Different countries around the world have traditional foods that are eaten on New Year’s Day, usually believed to bring good luck and prosperity for the New Year. China, Japan and other Asian countries eat long noodles. Cuba, Spain and Portugal enjoy pork. In the Philippines and Europe round fruits. In Turkey it’s the pomegranate….and…
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Continue ReadingDried beans are an excellent source of fiber and protein. They’re economical and versatile. The only drawback….they need to be soaked several hours before cooking, best done overnight. It’s a simple step that requires little effort but one I have a difficult time remembering. Today on Time Saving Tuesday, I’m going to share with you…
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Continue ReadingThis is not the first time Rice Pudding has been on the blog. In fact, it’s rather infamous. Sadly, last year it made the Top 5 Epic Fails! This year…SUCCESS! Rice Pudding is one of “Grandma’s Recipes” that my husband and I really love. It’s one of our once a year treats that I make…
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Continue ReadingI first shared this French Dip Sandwich recipe at Just Us Four. Thank you Arby’s for introducing me to my good friend the French Dip Sandwich! As a picky teen, I didn’t like hamburgers…I know “teen” and “didn’t like hamburgers” don’t normally go in the same sentence….but it was nevertheless true. For that reason, I…
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Continue ReadingWatching Christmas movies is another one of our family traditions. Everyone in the family has their favorite and we try to watch them all… every year. My husband loves It’s a Wonderful Life, my son is partial to Home Alone, my daughters like The Santa Clause and I enjoy just having everyone together. But…