This is one of my favorites for a quick, healthy breakfast. I developed this recipe when the boys were young to try and come up with a muffin that wasn’t loaded with sugar, saturated fat and empty calories. It has … Continue reading →
When we went to St. Louis to view the 2017 eclipse, Kevin and Katy built a party around the event and served these luscious Asian Turkey Burgers. They reminded us of our Porkies (Barbecued Pork Patties) on this site, but are probably a … Continue reading →
I’m always looking for healthy breakfast alternatives. Most American breakfast foods are laden with fat, sugar and refined carbs, and oatmeal with fruit gets a little old after a while. Avocado toast is a quick, healthy breakfast that uses fresh … Continue reading →
We’re always looking for Zucchini recipes. Here is a great appetizer with a fraction of the calories of breaded zucchini. Thanks to Marilyn Aliede for introducing us to this one. Baked Zucchini Appetizer July 1, 2016 by Mark Karney Ingredients 1 … Continue reading →
This is a variation of the basic hummus recipe. We usually serve it with whole wheat pita bread triangles that have been brushed with Olive Oil and toasted in the oven. This is a quick, easy, healthy and delicious recipe. … Continue reading →
I put this recipe together to put over meatloaf, but it would be excellent on any type of steak. It doesn’t take long to make and is lower in fat than regular gravy. Beef-Mushroom Wine Sauce February 29, 2012 by Mark … Continue reading →
I am always looking for ways to use up the summer bounty of produce and here’s another one. Benedictine is a Kentucky staple, but little known outside of the state. Now, this culinary creation has nothing to do with the … Continue reading →
Now, there is really nothing wrong with Kosher Salt except for the fact there are two distinctly different types, and if you use the wrong kind you will really mess up your recipe. When we so to St. Louis to … Continue reading →
Most appetizer recipes are not all that healthy, usually being laced with cheese and other fats. So, here’s a healthy recipe for black bean salsa can be served with corn chips. In the summer I grill the onions and roast … Continue reading →
Natalie found this one in one of her Taste of Home annual which always has great recipes. This appetizer departs from the usual party fare and is a nice change. Blue Cheese & Bacon Date Wraps January 31, 2012 by Mark … Continue reading →
This is an easy recipe, I came up with it after having something similar at the Tapas Restaurant, La Tasca. It is best if you make it a day ahead so the flavors get to blend. This is one of … Continue reading →
Butternut Squash Soup October 27, 2016 by Mark Karney Ingredients 4-5 pounds butternut squash (2 large) 2 large onions 2 large jalapeno peppers (optional) 1 large russet potato 1 pound carrots 10 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth or Vegetable Broth 3 – … Continue reading →
This is an old Hungarian recipe that I learned from my mother. Natalie and I were campers before kids and kept up the tradition after kids. We always tried to prepare simple, good meals and it was a bonus if … Continue reading →
Calabacita is Spanish for squash, but in New Mexico it can mean a dish made from squash. This is a recipe from New Mexico that came via Char Welch, whose sister lives in Santa Fe. Of course I modified it … Continue reading →
About August we are looking for as many ways as possible to use up the zucchini that is overtaking the garden. Our neighbor, Charlotte Welch, came up with this recipe for zucchini pancakes. It’s the best we’ve ever found. They … Continue reading →
There are at least a million Chili recipes out there, and probably about a half-million Chili Cook-off contests. I took my basic recipe and enhanced it with the spices from the number one award winning recipe on the web. Chili … Continue reading →
We made this recipe quite often in the past and recently made it again and remembered how good these cheese balls were. This is a relatively easy recipe to make and a bit different than the usual fare. They are … Continue reading →
This is an old family favorite that we always make for our summer neighborhood parties. We learned this recipe from college friends, Mike and Marilyn Sadowski and have been making it ever since. This is probably the recipe that Natalie … Continue reading →
Here’s the traditional recipe for Cookie Press Christmas cookies. This is a classic, but you still need the recipe, so here it is in a convenient place. Cookie Press Butter Cookies December 8, 2015 by Mark Karney Ingredients 3 ¾ cups … Continue reading →
I developed this recipe a while back to avoid the excess sugar and trans-fats of the boxed mixes. Corn Meal Muffins December 9, 2011 by Mark Karney Ingredients 1 c Yellow corn meal 1 c White flour 1 c Milk ½ … Continue reading →
This is my mother’s crepe recipe as would be used in Palacintas. They can also be used as dinner and dessert crepes with your choice of fillings. Crepes December 11, 2011 by Mark Karney Ingredients 2 Eggs 2 c Flour 2 … Continue reading →
There is nothing like freshly made croutons to add the perfect finishing touch to a soup or a salad. I’ve been making these for a while and never thought much of it. I recently made them with soup for my … Continue reading →
This award winning recipe (My oldest son, Jared, won first prize in an appetizer contest with it) comes from my Aunt Ellie, my mother’s younger sister. Aunt Ellie loved to entertain and we always looked forward to these cheddar slices around … Continue reading →
I was looking for something unique to go along with hummus rather than the usual pita bread, so I modified my pizza dough recipe a bit and came up with this flatbread recipe. It’s easy to make other than it … Continue reading →
Years ago I was looking for a fresh alternative to the gooey, canned cranberry sauce that was traditional at Thanksgiving. I came up with this simple recipe and we have been serving it on Thanksgiving ever since. It is a … Continue reading →
We have been making a fresh cranberry relish for Thanksgiving as long as I can remember. This recipe is a little more complicated, but it is still no-cook, fresh and healthy. Fresh Cranberry Relish – Fancy November 11, 2015 by Mark … Continue reading →
Sunday morning omelets have been a tradition with us for a long time, especially in the summer when we would rather be eating outside on our porch or deck, rather than at a restaurant. A true omelet is cooked more … Continue reading →
When Natalie and I travel we often stay at Marriott Couryard’s and usually have breakfast in their Bistro. My favorite item on the breakfast menu was their eggwhite frittata. They have changed their menu and still offer the frittata, but … Continue reading →
I created this recipe a number of years ago for Natalie when she was suffering from a bit of a cold since she is a big fan of ginger, garlic, and hot peppers. It provided some relief and we’ve been … Continue reading →
We have been blessed to live in a friendly and loving neighborhood since the boys were very young, and participated in many picnics and parties with our neighbors. Everyone had their specialty item, and Charlotte Welch always made a pot … Continue reading →