Scandinavian Almond Cake Recipe
Despite my half-breed Scandinavian heritage, I had never heard of Scandinavian Almond Cake until recently. My favorite neighbor, and full-blooded Norwegian Paul Knutson, told me about it. His family made us corn bread in this odd-shaped pan, and … [Read More...]
Tav on the Ave: Great Bar Fare in Mankato
We have been visiting "The Tav" (Tavern on the Avenue) regularly for over 20 years. It was one of our favorite places to go in college at MSU and … [Read More...]
Mexican Spoon Bread
In honor of Cinco de Mayo, I present to you my recipe for Mexican Spoon Bread. This custard-like corn dessert is yummy enough to satisfy any sweet … [Read More...]
Bacon Cheddar Beer Bread with Self Rising Flour
One of the reasons I like beer bread is that it is SO easy. It surprises me how costly the prepackaged mixes are! The basic beer bread with … [Read More...]
Shrimp Creole
Shrimp Creole is a flavorful Louisiana recipe that relies on the flavors of the trinity (celery, onion and green pepper) along with Tabasco to give it … [Read More...]
(Better Than) Applebee’s Spinach and Artichoke Dip
(Better Than) Applebee's Spinach and Artichoke Dip I've heard people say they're nuts about the Applebee's Spinach and Artichoke Dip. I'm really … [Read More...]
She Crab Soup Recipe: Flavors of the Gulf at Home
On our Panama City Beach road trip, I was reminded how wonderful she crab soup can taste. Living in Minnesota, it's not something we see on the menu … [Read More...]
Chicken Wild Rice Soup
Chicken Wild Rice Soup is one of the first things I started making regularly when I was first married nearly 20 years ago. It's a Minnesota classic. … [Read More...]
Tortellini Gorgonzola
This Tortellini Gorgonzola recipe was inspired by a local restaurant called The Neighbors Italian Bistro. I order it almost every time I go there, … [Read More...]
Pumpkin Bars: Yummy Any Time of the Year
This is another one of the terrific recipes from the forums at Mommysavers.com (Pumpkin Bars via Mommy2Mercedes). I made it last week and it was … [Read More...]
Spanish Rice with Bacon
Spanish rice is the perfect side to serve with any Tex-Mex dish. Bacon and chicken stock add tons of flavor to this classic. Print Spanish … [Read More...]
