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Jamon and Arugula Salad

While interesting, it can be a challenge to search out completely authentic ingredients. You can locate products from Spain to compose a delicious Jamon and Arugula Salad, if you like. Or simply rely on the inspiration of Spanish cuisine to spark the exploration of great local products. Either way, enjoy the adventure!

Family Secrets

What’s in a name? There are many answers to that question, but this is a food blog and today I am writing about family history… and pie. Still, it can be a very good question and, as you’ll see, it does apply.

Buttermilk Scone on a plate with jam jar.

Buttermilk Scones

On my recent trip to England I developed a special affection not only for a Full English Breakfast, but also for scones. The scone pictured above was one served at the Tower of London. In England it seems that you can find a scone almost anywhere. Every possible tourist destination […]

Breakfast in England

What a wonderful custom, this British concept of Bed and Breakfast! Besides a comfortable room with a tea kettle and biscuits I found that a Full English Breakfast, and then some, was served in the dining room every morning…

Chocolate Chip Meringue Cookies on a plate

Chocolate Chip Meringue Cookies

If you crave cookies but don’t mind passing on dense buttery richness, try these light, sweet Chocolate Chip Meringue Cookies. They consist of just the basics: sugar, chocolate and nuts, held together in a meringue cloud. Meringue Cookie Occasions The holidays are over. We have just followed a celebration featuring […]

Meringue Ghost Cookies on an orange plate with ceramic leaf decorations.

Meringue Ghost Cookies

Baking a batch of Meringue Ghost Cookies is a great way for children of all ages to enjoy the season. These cookies are easy to make using just a few simple ingredients. They are also low in calories and fat and have a wonderful vanilla flavor.