‘Food’ Archives
Sustenance for Walking »
Like humans across the globe, walking and hiking are by far two of my favorite pasttimes. I actually have a bit of a love affair with hiking, long distance walking and competitive walking. Along the way I have learned some very valuable lessons to make it more fun by properly fueling my body. I learned this the hard way (which seems to be [...]
Black-eyed Pea and Roasted Corn Salsa »
Black-eye peas are one of my favorite vegetables, so I eat them at least once a week. Not only are black-eye peas tasty, but they are inexpensive and filling. Another favorite vegetable is corn, especially sweet white corn. Living in the south allows me to get fresh corn year-round, however if you aren’t as lucky, frozen corn will [...]
Baked Southwest Red Potatoes »
Baked southwest potatoes is one of the easiest side dishes I prepare. There is literally no measuring to do, the potatoes are cooked and served all in the same dish, and the preparation is easily modified to be either dinner for one or a dish for twelve. This vegetable dish combines southwestern flavors with hearty ingredients to make [...]
The Meat-Loving Vegetarian »
I love walking down the street and catching a whiff of searing dead cow coming from the restaurant nearby. I love the feel of a warm, damp washcloth on my face, as I wipe away the remains of BBQ ribs. I love the excitement I feel when I pull into the drive-thru and order my favorite burger, knowing that soon I will be savoring every [...]
Eating Healthy at Drop-Dead Prices »
Breakfast Isn’t Just for Breakfast Anymore I don’t think that the “downturn” in the economy is what’s killing the finances in my home. Rather, I think that what’s been pinching my wallet most acutely is the continually rising cost of food. Ever try to average the cost of each bag of groceries that you take away from the [...]
Hot Wings »
Firehouse Hot Wings With the double excitement of football season and the baseball playoffs, many of us find ourselves in front of the tube for extended amounts of time enjoying the games. Although I may not be in attendance at a game, I still enjoy the “sport” of tailgating. There is something about spending an afternoon on the couch [...]
Pineapple-Kiwi Pound Cake »
My southern family has a tradition. Pound cake. It is the dessert of choice for birthdays, family reunions and any other celebration. Recipes for poundcake have been passed down from generation to generation. As a child, I remember watching my grandmother labor in her kitchen putting together the ingredients of the cakes. She would mix by [...]
