These are my absolute favorite pickles. I have always loved bread and butter pickles since I was little, but these are so much better than store-bought. We very much enjoyed them when we were out on a picnic at the lake yesterday.
Food
Homemade Condiment Week
If there's one thing I learned last week while cooking from Homemade with Love by Jennifer Perillo, it's that homemade is better, and totally worth the extra effort. I'm going to spend some time this week trying out some new recipes for some of my favorite condiments, and revisiting some of my tried and true...
Oven-Roasted Barbecue Ribs with Coffee Dry Rub
This is the rib recipe I have been hoping for! It was such a hit with the Hubby, and very easy to make. Not a lot of hands-on prep or "babysitting" needed, so it's great if you've got guests or something else to do. Not too spicy, not too sweet. Great combination of flavors. I...
Apple, Cheddar & Pancetta Panini
This made for a nice, quick springtime dinner. The green apple provided a great, tangy crunch. Apple, Cheddar & Pancetta Panini Credit: Homemade with Love by Jennifer Perillo Ingredients: 8 thin slices pancetta 8 thick slices country bread whole grain mustard, for spreading 8 slices Cheddar cheese 1 tart green apple, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon...
Peach Raspberry Tart
This was a great dessert after our ribs. Very easy and delicious. I love fruit desserts in the summer, so I'm sure we will be making this again. Peach Raspberry Tart Credit: Homemade with Love by Jennifer Perillo Ingredients: 1 batch Sweet Butter Pastry Crust 4 peaches, peeled and sliced ½ pint raspberries 2 tablespoons...
Sweet Butter Pastry Crust
Sweet Butter Pastry Crust Credit: Homemade with Love by Jennifer Perillo Makes one 12-inch tart Ingredients: 1 ½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt ¼ cup granulated natural cane sugar 1 ½ sticks cold unsalted butter, cut into 12 pieces 3 tablespoons ice cold water Directions: Add the flour, salt, and sugar...
Fresh Tomato and Mozzarella Panzanella
I've never made a panzella (Tuscan bread and tomato salad) before, but now that I have I can't wait to make it all summer for a nice lunch or light dinner. July 24, 2014 Update: We enjoyed this Fresh Tomato and Mozzarella Panzanella for dinner again last night, and it was the perfect light dinner...
Parmesan Skillet Croutons
Making your own croutons at home is a quick and easy way to use up leftover bread, and they taste much better than store-bought! Use these Parmesan Skillet Croutons to add some crunch to your favorite salad, or to make Fresh Tomato and Mozzarella Panzanella.
Homemade Manicotti
Michael's favorite meal when he was growing up was manicotti. He would always request it for his birthday dinner, special occasions, etc. Over the years that we've been married, I haven't made it a lot of times. Probably because I don't love it, and he hasn't requested it much. All that has changed now. He...
20-Minute Marinara Sauce
After my successful search for San Marzano tomatoes a few days ago, it was time to try them out. This sauce was quick and easy to make after working late,and I'm sure we'll be making it again soon. 20-Minute Marinara Sauce Credit: Homemade with Love by Jennifer Perillo Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2...