A Muse in My Kitchen

Chocolate Crepes

A Kitchen Muse — Thu, 09 May 2013 12:34:18 +0000

I remember Mother’s Days of years gone by when my little girls would make me breakfast in bed. They would make me lie in bed while they were whispering and hustling in the kitchen. The three of them would parade in carrying a tray of toast, cereal and a flower picked from the garden. We [...]

Peas and Parsley Orzo

A Kitchen Muse — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:49:07 +0000

If I had to make one thing for my Hubby for the rest of his life – it would be peas. Preferably peas and pasta. With the spring vegetables sneaking into the farmer’s markets and grocery stores, fresh peas have made an appearance, and I have been searching for a new peas and pasta recipe. [...]

Zucchini Quinoa Salad

A Kitchen Muse — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 01:14:05 +0000

What is it about Sunday nights? Every Sunday night, I try to make up for the sins of the week. Oh – and this week was sinful. We had our 3 5-year old grandsons for 2 days and it was pizza, hamburgers, more pizza and bacon. What was I supposed to do? Eat yogurt when [...]

Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

A Kitchen Muse — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 12:24:39 +0000

Is it possible to have the goodness of three cookie recipes in one? Oh yes! A healthy recipe that’s also gluten free? Yes! With a pinch of salt on top to counter the sweetness? Yes! Yes! Yes! Crunchy on the outside – chewy on the inside! This recipe is a must make. Guiltless oatmeal, peanut [...]

Cherry Nut Granola

A Kitchen Muse — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:45:35 +0000

So what are you eating for breakfast? Cold cereal? Dry Toast? Store-bought granola? Or are you one of those people who eats nothing for breakfast? Stop eating right now and pay attention. I’m eating homemade granola – and it is the best thing I have ever made! Truly. I’m going to stop gloating and share [...]

Jambalaya!

A Kitchen Muse — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 20:51:04 +0000

Oh Baby! It was hot and spicy here this weekend as I made Val’s husband’s recipe for Jambalaya. Jambalaya originated in the Caribbean Islands. The Spanish culture mixed with the native foods created what is known as Jambalaya. Jambalaya is traditionally made in three parts, with meats and vegetables, and is completed by adding stock [...]

Cheese-Filled Braided Bread

A Kitchen Muse — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:26:10 +0000

This Easter I’m switching it up by trying a new recipe for our Easter Bread. Every year I make the traditional Paska that my Mother has made for years – this year I wanted something a bit different. This recipe rocks! It looks like danish with cheese filling. It looks hard to make – but [...]

Cheesy Dog Biscuits

A Kitchen Muse — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 12:34:03 +0000

One of my most favorite things to make in the kitchen is treats for my dogs. I swear they know when something’s going on in the kitchen for them for they stand in front of me – looking so obedient and grateful. My rescue – Polly – will do anything for a home made treat! [...]

Whiskey Glazed Corned Beef

A Kitchen Muse — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:47:35 +0000

I’m sliding right under the wire on this one! St. Paddy’s Day is not over yet…I just have to share this recipe. It’s not mine. I found it on the Internet and kept losing the recipe. So today I’m writing about so I don’t lose the recipe again! It is such a delicious way to [...]

Ginger Chicken Lettuce Wraps

A Kitchen Muse — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 19:44:04 +0000

My weekend was a slippery slope for eating healthy starting with Friday night. We watched our 5 year old grandson for most of the weekend and we ate like 5 year olds! Pizza, cheeseburgers, strawberry shortcake pancakes, ice cream… I thought chasing my grandson around would burn the calories but that was wishful thinking. By [...]