Alright, I know, it’s been actual ages since I’ve written anything. This whole “life” thing sort of happens and bed time looks really nice around 8pm. (Don’t kid yourselves, I don’t actually go to bed … Continue reading Perfection in Imperfection
Fall Apart Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs
This one is a personal favorite of the Tolin clan. It’s something I first made back in Hungary for a dear friend of ours as he had just acquired a new enamel covered dutch oven … Continue reading Fall Apart Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs
Stimulating the Economy
I had several different titles for this particular post. Some of the other options included: “Congress Owes Me A Couch” and “Buttholes and Marshmallows” Now, I’m sure you’re wondering why there are three different titles … Continue reading Stimulating the Economy
I Feel Like We’ve Done This Before
Back on New Year’s Day, I excitedly proclaimed,”catch the story on the blog soon!” and friends were excited. But then, it did not (obviously) find its way to the blog. My Bad. Have you ever … Continue reading I Feel Like We’ve Done This Before
Restaurant Quality Tomahawk Chop Ribeye
Brace yourselves friends. This one is SO super simple and SO fabulous that you’re about to knock your entertaining capabilities through the roof. Yesterday we had planned to toss some steaks on the smoker (get … Continue reading Restaurant Quality Tomahawk Chop Ribeye
Sloppy Sloppy Joes
SLOPPY JOES or MY GOD THIS WAS A BAD IDEA, LOOK AT THE DISASTER THE CHILDREN HAVE MADE OF THEMSELVES AND MY TABLE! 1lb hamburger 1 tsp granulated garlic 1 small onion chopped up very … Continue reading Sloppy Sloppy Joes
Cream Cheese Frosting- good for just about everything
This recipe is super easy, and super delicious. It’s a thicker frosting, but if you want a fluffier mix, all you have to do is add more confectioners (powdered sugar) 16 oz (should be two … Continue reading Cream Cheese Frosting- good for just about everything
Challah & Cinnamon Roll Challah (our fave!)
Ok, this one is pretty easy… start here: 2 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) 1 tablespoon active dry yeast 1/2 cup honey 4 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 eggs 1 tablespoon salt … Continue reading Challah & Cinnamon Roll Challah (our fave!)