Whenever we plan to host an event in our backyard, we’re not sure if the weather is going to agree. But we were fortunate this time for our dinner group gathering. It was just warm enough at dinner that no one was shivering and by the time dessert was served, the fire was warm and… Continue reading Dinner Group Gathering
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Pork Passion Prize Winner!
Remember when I went to Austin to speak at BlogHer Food (and my husband came with me and had himself a vacation?)? Well, I won a prize from one of the vendors who helped sponsor the event. As it turns out, it wasn’t a prize but rather several prizes! The National Pork Board had a… Continue reading Pork Passion Prize Winner!
New Seasons Market Father’s Day Giveaway
This is a sponsored giveaway. Hello readers! I’m excited to share with you that New Seasons Market and I have cooked up (pun intended) another giveaway for one lucky Go Gingham reader! To celebrate Father’s Day, we’re giving away a $100 gift card to spend at a New Seasons Market store! Here are some Father’s… Continue reading New Seasons Market Father’s Day Giveaway
Dry Brining a Turkey for Thanksgiving
Because we’re always trying to simplify our Thanksgiving celebration, this recipe for dry brining a turkey for Thanksgiving falls under the category of “super duper simple.” It requires only a few minutes of actual effort and then it’s a matter of waiting. Plus, I recommend getting your husband to do it and then it’s even… Continue reading Dry Brining a Turkey for Thanksgiving
Dinner Group Gathering
At our last dinner group get together, which we hosted in our backyard, we planned a summer meal for the evening. Even though our dinner group met over Labor day weekend, we carried on like it was the middle of July. Well, that is until it got chilly and dark. So dark that it was… Continue reading Dinner Group Gathering
Why I Cook with Pork
When Ruthie asked me about our use of ground pork in our weekly meal plan, I was going to reply back to her in a comment but then realized I had too much to say on the topic. Ruthie writes, “I notice you cook with a lot of ground pork. Does your family just prefer… Continue reading Why I Cook with Pork
Happy Father’s Day
Happy Father’s Day! To celebrate Father’s Day, I’d like to honor all Fathers and especially my own, who died suddenly many years ago at the very young age of 51. My dad was a “master griller” meaning he loved to grill on his big Weber Kettle barbeque (charcoal only, of course). Growing up, we always… Continue reading Happy Father’s Day
Grilled Vegetables
My favorite time of year for cooking is during the summer. Between the fresh vegetables from the garden and my husband firing up his big Weber to grill , it’s easy cooking at our house. Since it’s not grilled meat every night at our dinner table (like my family wishes it was!), I’ve got an… Continue reading Grilled Vegetables
Best Ever Garlicky Tangy BBQ Sauce
My husband made up the title for this sauce. It’s his recipe and I just wrote it down. Only a little bit of encouraging was needed. It’s so good you’ll want a spoon. A big spoon. I spilled some on the counter and considered licking it off but stopped myself. (Please don’t tell my kids… Continue reading Best Ever Garlicky Tangy BBQ Sauce
Happy Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you’re enjoying a day of family, friends, giving thanks, and traditions both old and new. We’re hosting Thanksgiving at our house this year and getting everything ready for the big day. The turkey is in the midst of a dry brine as I write this, the Thanksgiving meal spreadsheet (yes, say… Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving
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