Category Archives: Kitchen Adventures

Beet Salad with Pecorino, Candied Pecans, and Shishito Peppers

Flipping through a magazine in line at the grocery store (am I the only one who does this?) I came across a recipe for Beets with Pecorino, Pecans, and Shishito Peppers. I thought oh, I can make that. Here is … Continue reading

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Prevention in the Kitchen

Make potholders   & tablecloths unstainable: Spray new potholders & tablecloths with spray starch. This will prevent greasy stains and keep them looking like new. Reapply starch after laundering.  Prevent refrigerator odors: Place an uncovered cup of baking soda in … Continue reading

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What the hell is a Snake Bean?

Strolling through the market, I discovered beans upon beans. The ones that caught my eye this time were Snake Beans. They are not new to me, in the sense that I had seen them on countless occasions under the label … Continue reading

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Little Free Pantry

  The headline read “Little Free Pantry“. Something about the idea reminded me of past posts Dispensing Tales, Human Connection – Date While you Wait, and Tiny Mailboxes. All these posts have the element of human interaction and kindness, proving kindness … Continue reading

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Pureed Green Bean Soup

Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
I am 100% sure these green beans were meant for some holiday casserole or other amazing dish. However, as it often happens at the holidays, we get invited out a LOT and…

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