Dog In A Biscuit Quilt

Looking for a quick weeknight dinner? This works great for kids and teens. Or even for kids after sports. You can make this while they’re up taking a shower. Hey, it’s a hot dog, and it’s dough. I know, depending on the age of your children, what you’re thinking: and yes you can substitute ketchup…

Halibut Wellington

A friend of mine (Leslie) sent me a recipe for salmon Wellington, and I loved the concept.(Thank you, Leslie, for the idea). I love salmon, and I love Wellington, but I have a rule at my favorite fish place (Crosby’s Crabs): I always buy the freshest thing in the display case (unless it’s fresh lutefisk…

Cookie Butter Cookies & Jam

My daughter introduced me to cookie butter a few weeks ago, and I became intrigued. Then I experimented. Then I came up with this recipe. So, imagine your airline cookie snack amped up with more flavor. I hope you like it. 1 1/4 cup flour 1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup granulated sugar1/2 cup…

Deep Fried Chocolate Sandwich Cookie

Oh, I don’t know why I’ve been thinking about the Midway at the county fair, but fried sandwich cookies come to mind. Maybe because I know Prince William County’s favorite food truck might start serving them soon. HFR. More news to come on that soon. I hope you like them. 2 quarts oil for frying1…

Irish Stew – Updated

It’s winter. It’s cold. It’s wet. It’s nasty. I’m hibernating up in the house l, so let’s make a stew. How about Irish stew? But that’s so plain. How about some upgrades like some beer, a lot of garlic, and some spices. The traditional has only onions, garlic, and parsley, so I added some vegetables….