July 2021 “In My Kitchen”

I believe I skipped the last couple of months of “In My Kitchen” and while I didn’t gain a lot of new gadgetry in the kitchen, I still wanted to check in and share.

First, I was thrilled to announce on July 1st that I am a finalist in a Taste of Home cooking contest. . . . → Read More: July 2021 “In My Kitchen”

Please vote for me!

I’m a finalist in a Taste of Home recipe contest. Please read on and VOTE for my ,Maple-Chai Pumpkin Muffins. . . . → Read More: Please vote for me!

Chili Cook-Off, Part I

We’re starting to tweak some recipes for a chili cook off. This recipe is our first hope for bringing home the trophy. . . . → Read More: Chili Cook-Off, Part I

Are you ready for some sexy? #TripleSBites

I know that everyone is ready for some football today, but prepare yourselves for #TripleSBites, some fantastic food and some fantastic giveaways. . . . → Read More: Are you ready for some sexy? #TripleSBites

12 Days of Cookie Contest Update

I won! . . . → Read More: 12 Days of Cookie Contest Update

Mixed Citrus Green Salad and a Trip to Birmingham

I’m ending my OCD recipe contest rant by highlighting my biggest prize and honor—my first and only cook-off, Cooking Light’s “Ultimate Reader’s Contest,” 2009.

I entered twenty-six recipes, everything from Chipotle Chicken Salad to Healthier Hoppin’ John.

I was totally unprepared with what the editors picked: Mixed Citrus Green Salad.

A salad? How the heck . . . → Read More: Mixed Citrus Green Salad and a Trip to Birmingham

My final “Best Burger” installment (at least for now)

“Poblanocado” Burgers with Jicama-Radish Salad and Lime-Chipotle Vinaigrette. This was my best hope for winning in 2009! Foiled again! . . . → Read More: My final “Best Burger” installment (at least for now)

Another Best Burger Recipe

Another recipe that didn’t win…but, it sure is tasty: Brat Burgers with “Dunkelized” Onions . . . → Read More: Another Best Burger Recipe

Best Burger Contests

OCD—I am a recovering food contest fanatic. . . . → Read More: Best Burger Contests

We’re a winner!!!!!!!

Cooks the Books Club announces the winner. It is me! . . . → Read More: We’re a winner!!!!!!!