Olives and Lori go way, way, way back! My parents have joked that when I was itty-bitty I would only eat black olives & Oreo’s from time to time, nothing else! No surprise that I still really enjoy both, maybe the Oreo’s just a bit too much, but that’s a completely different issue. So, when…
Appetizers
How To Can Salsa, A Tutorial
How to Can Salsa, a Tutorial is just for you if you’ve ever wanted to make your own canned salsa, here’s how. Step by step photos of the process. How to Can Salsa, A Tutorial Ah, September! My favorite month of the year. Summer is sailing away in autumn’s cool breezes, and my garden…
Homemade Bagel Chips
Why buy from the store when you can make your own Homemade Bagel Chips right in your own kitchen? Perfect for dips, I love them! So we’ve all been there, bought bagels but didn’t get them all eaten soon enough. You reach into the bag & they are starting to become brick-like, not good for…
Refrigerator-Pickled Banana Peppers
Refrigerator-Pickled Banana Peppers ~ A great way to pickle peppers in the fridge, use those garden-fresh veggies in this great recipe! Refrigerator-Pickled Banana Peppers My veggie garden isn’t big by any definition, but I seem to have a decent green thumb when it comes to growing peppers. Last year I grew red and green bells…
Cilantro Lime Crema
Loaded with flavor you’ll find all sorts of ways to use Cilantro Lime Crema! One of my favorites is simply drizzled over fresh tomato slices, mmm! This is one of my all-time favorite condiments. It can be used as a dip, a salad dressing or a tasty drizzle over tacos. You can adjust to your…