I have a slight obsession with vintage recipes. Just something about the fads and trends of cooking that thought Jello molds and mayonnaise was a good combination fascinates me. I often find myself wondering, what was the mindset of the women (for it was almost assuredly women) who came up with these unorthodox combinations. I think it must have been a little bit ...
Drinks & Cocktails
Summer Granita
I don't know about where you live, but where I live it is stupid hot. Not "so hot it makes you stupid" ( although it will do that), it's more like temperatures are so incredibly high that it's ridiculous. Or, as they say, stupid. I mean 112 degrees?! Really! Did I accidentally wake up in Death Valley? Thank goodness I have an extra well just for the garden, because my poor ...
Strawberry Peach Limeade
Strawberry Peach Limeade is an easy summer beverage to whip up for a warm Summer day! Add an ounce of vodka to your glass to make it a delicious adult beverage! I have spent the entire day moving my parents out of their old house and into their new one. The house that they built themselves 30 years ago will now be solely dedicated to being a winery and my parents will now ...
Watermelon Strawberry Granita AND a Cocktail
As Summer reaches it's highest peak, Mother Nature offers man a slight reprieve in the form of watermelon. Is there anything better than cold watermelon on a hot summer day? Watermelon is really hitting it's stride right now. They are everywhere and it's hard for me to resist. I bought this fantastic Sugar Baby Watermelon at the farmer's market the other day. It's the best ...
Lemon-Lime Sun Tea
Lemon-Lime Sun Tea is a simple Southern specialty. Take advantage of the summer sun and brew yourself a nice jug of fresh tea outside. When I was a little girl, my parent's house was much smaller than it is today. The back of the kitchen was the laundry room which was directly in front of the east facing back door. There were black iron steps that connected the ...