Our Family’s Mock Pecan Pie (a.ka. Soup Bean Pie)

Once upon a time there was a young girl who was a very picky eater. She sneered up her nose at many foods that everyone else loved. She also had this very special gift because she could know what foods she didn’t like even before she tried them!

If something looked or smelled a … [read more]

Buffalo Beer Chili

One of the gals I work with (Jewell) was telling me about the chili she makes at home. She said her secret ingredient is beer! She said she’s tried it with different types of beer but her preference is chili made with dark beer.

Anyway, ever since she told me that, I’ve been itching to give … [read more]

Making Refried Beans

It’s really easy to do. Just mash some cooked beans (store-bought or homemade) in a little oil or bacon grease. Fry it until it gets thick. That’s it.

If the beans are unseasoned, you can season them to your liking with just salt and pepper or maybe with some cumin and chili powder.

I made refried black … [read more]

Cauliflower Bean Soup

This is one of my favorite cool-weather soups, but for some reason, I was in the mood for it today. I usually add carrots to the soup, but we seemed to have eaten them all, so I had to do without them. It’s very easy to make and fairly quick too, and it’s … [read more]