Life In Pleasantville
Food, Travel, Life
Make your own microwave popcorn? Absolutely. I complained in this space once about the fact that store bought hot chocolate was a major con. In fact, I posted the recipe so that people could a) see how easy it was to actually make your own b) save you a few dollars and c) keep the …
First off, I’d like to start a petition please to classify pancetta as a food group. Line forms behind me. Ok, now that we’ve got that out of the way, you won’t be surprised to hear that there is pancetta in this recipe, along with caramelized onions and asparagus. Cue the singing angels because it’s …
The beauty of caramelized onions is not just in their delicious flavour, but their versatility. They are perfect for French Onion Soup, pastas, pizzas, toppings for burgers, sandwiches and even just a side. Here’s a simple recipe to follow that I’ve been using from Fine Cooking for years now. I try to always keep a …
If you have a girl, it’s not long before your daughter is a little beyond Ramona and Beezus but not quite ready for The Hunger Games or Twilight. It can be a challenging time. Tween girls don’t want to be treated like little kids anymore and are looking for something more adventurous and challenging to …
I love making my kids snacks for school. I try not to buy store bought treats because a) they’re expensive and b) they’re usually not made with the best ingredients. This is one of my go-to recipes for weekday lunches. Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/4 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp …
I have been making banana bread in a cast iron skillet since 2012, which means I have made it approximately one thousand times and I am not even slightly tired of it. That is not an exaggeration. That is just what happens when a recipe is this good. The cast iron skillet is not a …
I keep every copy of my Fine Cooking magazines because each issue is loaded with amazing recipes. This is one of my all time favorites. Just a couple of quick notes. We always double the sauce, because I’m a saucy girl. Second I don’t know what kind of super powered oven they use but the …
My mother has been making this chicken and ribs recipe since before I knew what a BBQ was. One sauce. Both meats. Doubles without thinking about it and keeps in the fridge for two weeks. If you have ever stood at a backyard BBQ wondering why someone else’s ribs taste better than yours, this is …
