I did something like this a few years ago, but I have a new one with and impoved formula on the cookie and decided to alter my toppings. I added egg to the batter and changed some of the ratios. The results got raves from the taste tester ie the crash test dummies. I hope…

I haven’t done any “Hidden Gems” in a while, mostly because I haven’t been getting out much lately. That said, I found one at the Long Family Farmers Market in Stafford, Virginia. When I was at the market after wandering around and getting some produce, I saw a food truck. It was called Catfish on…

This started out as a chicken and waffles recipe but since we couldn’t find the waffle iron so it’s chicken and pancakes but that doesn’t preclude you from making waffles. It does have pumpkin purée in the batter along with pumpkin spice. The syrup has pepitas and golden raisins so crunch and sweetness in every…

Here is a vegetarian breakfast or brunch. My youngest will love this one. Crunchy toast topped with creamy ricotta cheese then an earthy mushroom bolognese. Other supporting flavors are balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire chives and I topped with with a runny egg. I hope you like it. 4 slices sourdough bread2 tablespoons olive oil1 clove garlic…

Dolly Parton had many gifts, singer, song writer, actor, icon, advocate for reading: the list is endless. She was also known for her down home cooking. This is my take on her famous 5 ingredient chicken casserole. There are a few recipes that I don’t put my spin on. I just added three items chives,…