Category: Blog Posts

Weekend in New Orleans (with food)

We took a little weekend trip to New Orleans last week for our anniversary. I promptly tried to eat my weight in beignets. Who knew fried dough could be SOOOOO good? Save me, I have

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Let’s Grow Herbs!

With my apologies to those of you still having winter in May…Let’s grow fresh herbs! Henry invites you to take a small tour of the patio. He’s very diligent about checking out each and every

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Best Hostess Gift Ever!

So, last night we hosted a big fun party. Food, drinks, CAKE, good friends, great conversation, good times. When you are the host of the big fun party, occasionally people come to your door bearing

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Safety First! Or…Be Not an Idiot

Note to Self: The time to discover that your fire extinguisher does not work is NOT when the neighbor’s kitchen is on fire! True Story. Thankfully with a happy ending. Our neighbor was invited to

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Labor Day Recipes & Something New!

Labor Day is this weekend. How did that happen? Wasn’t it just July a week or so ago? I’ve put together some of my favorite recipes — great options for the 3 day weekend that

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Thanks Julia!

Today is the 100th Anniversary of the birth of Julia Child. I’m thrilled that thanks to the big Julie & Julia movie/book craze of a few years ago, Meryl Streep’s lovely acting, and a plethora

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Celebratory Chocolate Cupcakes!

Happy Birthday to Idiot’s Kitchen. We turned 2 yesterday! 2 years, 194 recipes, several cat photos, and many many nice people like you reading, trying, and suggesting great recipes. Let’s celebrate with some awesome chocolate

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Thanksgiving Recipes

Yikes! Thanksgiving is Thursday. As in THIS Thursday. At least I have the Mr. & Mrs. Pilgrim Salt & Pepper shakers out. Priorities, my friends, priorities. I’ve been running (and flying) around like a crazy

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1st Anniversary!

Today is the 1st Anniversary of Idiot’s Kitchen! One year ago today, it all started with Pork Chops with Tomaotoes and Sage and Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots. One year and 97 recipes later…. Thanks

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Valentine’s Day Dinner

Happy Valentine’s Day! Otherwise known as International “Let’s Eat Chocolate Day!” What a great holiday….but not always the best day to go out to dinner. Especially this year. It’s Monday. Geez, the week just got

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