Simple Saturday

Simple Saturday: French Ham & Cheese Sandwiches

Beep beep beeeep beep beep beep beeeep. Important news break: I am in France! Also, butter makes French ham and cheese sandwiches amazing — are we really surprised?! My husband and I are spending about 8 days in Paris and our favorite Loire Valley town, eating, drinking and enjoying some R&R. And so I thought […]

Spice Saturday Featuring Jada Spices

Spices are…well, the spice of life. I can’t image what I would do without the dozens of spices in my pantry. I mean you’ve got your chili powder, cumin and cayenne, then your curry powder, turmeric and smoked paprika, then your mustard, Old Bay, coriander, fennel seeds, and who even knows what else is lurking […]

Simple Saturday: Jamaica (Hibiscus Tea)

Growing up, I went on a handful of mission trips in Mexico, and I loved it. Time with church friends, my parents would usually be there leading the pack, too, helping people with home and church projects, and then an extra bonus of getting to sample the local food. That included street asada especial (with […]

grilled potato skins

Simple Saturday: Grilled Potato Skins

Isn’t it funny how we all have really sophisticated foods that we like, while at the same time there is some really junky stuff that we get excited about eating. I assume I am not the only one who is this way. While I love fresh oysters, a fine wine and nouveau French food, I’m […]

baked egg hash

Simple Saturday: Baked Egg Hash

Like I’ve been saying, there’s a lot you can do with eggs…and baked eggs! If you’re looking for a way to use up the last of your winter potato stash, then I’ve got just the thing. This Baked Egg Hash recipe is simple and satisfying, and it only takes like 30 minutes to make. You […]