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Sea scallops are a quite unique food. They are my favorite sea food. Scallops are harvested in different ways. Usually they are dragged across the ocean floor by a dredge or trawler. Unfortunately this method causes the scallop to be collect sand. Divers also hand pick scallops off the ocean floor. This method allows for less [...]

Did you ever get a craving for something chocolate and moist? This is the answer to that craving. These chocolate brownies are so moist and satisfying for any sweet tooth. I always add some chocolate chips to the mix to make them even more moist. The trick for fudgy brownies is to not overcook them. [...]

This was one of those hungry mornings. I decided to utilize my fresh blueberries and made some buckwheat blueberry pancakes.  I used War Eagle Mill’s Buckwheat Pancake and Waffle Mix. It is an organic grain mix and is quite delicious. Buckwheat pancakes have been my favorite since I was a young child. My mom would [...]

I wonder what it is about company that brings out the baker in me. Grandpa Bud is visiting from Florida so I decided to make a home cooked Italian meal. I made raviolis, sausage, and meatballs. What goes better with this meal than Italian Bread? Not too much except possibly a little red wine and [...]

The raspberries are abundant right now. I went out and picked to my heart’s content. I love to eat them with a touch of whipped cream. Unfortunately, my husband rather eat them in a cake. Being the nice wife that I am, I whipped up a delicious raspberry cake, not that I mean to brag, [...]

We recently had a huge family gathering. One of the delights of our oceanic culinary feast, (fish night), was baked cod with pico de gallo. Pico de gallo, (Spanish for “rooster’s beak”), is a fresh uncooked condiment made from chopped tomato, onion, and sometimes chiles (typically jalapeños or serranos). Other ingredients may also be added, [...]

Living in the northeast does have its advantages. I enjoy picking the various fruits as they come into season. We have a lot of local farms that allow berry picking. Blueberries are now in season and are worth the effort to pick them fresh. I sometimes freeze them. The best method I have found is [...]

My sons and their families are arriving from the west tomorrow. Like I said before, when our family meets, it eats. Cookmanfood Dan has been planning to visit the local Dunkin Donuts, and has even posted a blog about donuts and his favorite choices. Hmm. I rarely have donuts. Donuts automatically say, “Do Not!” to [...]

Blueberries are one of my favorite summertime fruits. They pair well with a lot of other fruits, such as apples. I have been very fortunate to be living in a very healthy body, and I plan to do my best to keep it that way. I get a little tired of the moaning, groaning people [...]

After contemplating what to have for dessert, I decided on a combination that is hard to surpass! I wanted something sweet that included chocolate. The raspberries are in season right now so I opted for a chocolate cake with fresh raspberries and a dollop of whipped cream! What a great taste!  This a perfect light dessert [...]