Three bean pasta salad

I tryed this in july great summer salad. This was a lot of fun it takes alot of time. If your not in a hurry this is some cutting practic and chopping.I don't think I've ever put so many Items in one salad. But the outcome is wow. so this salad was made from issue#81 page 21

Strawberry Pizza

My sister Amanda and I made this recipe in May 2010.  This is so delicious and easy to make.  Amanda did all the decorating (beautiful).  This can be found in the April 2010 issue #80 page 50 and pictured on the back inside cover.  I must admit this pizza didn't last long in my house.  I highly recommend making this recipe whenever you can.  Thanks Amanda.

BBQ Deviled Eggs

I made these last night.  Though I would try a different approach to deviled eggs.  They were a bit different.  Recipe found in issue #81, June 2010 page 20.  The BBQ sauce I used was Sweet Baby Rays so it's redundant to say that it was sweet.  Maybe better with a more vinegar base sauce.  The idea of using a plastic bag to pipe the eggs is genius just make sure that your yolks are fully blended.  If you are a lover of BBQ sauce definitely try this recipe.  

Make -Ahead Meatballs & Albondigas Soup

I have made these meatballs before but it was a while before the blog.  I used them to make meatball subs, my husband used them for a variety of meals while I was out of town.  Thought I would go ahead and make them and try the soup.  The soup is delicious.  A little heat in the background and very hearty to eat.  I made this on September 12th, cold and rainy a perfect day for soup.  This recipe comes from issue 80 April 2010 pages 48-49.  I am going to make the Meatball Stroganoff with the other half of the meatballs.  The meatballs bake in about 10 minutes and are very easy to make.  I was able to make this whole dish without having to buy special ingredients.  A go to cold weather dinner.

Lemon Pudding Cake

A little late getting this one on the blog.  I made this recipe on Sept 2 from 81 June 2010 page 31.  I used blackberries because we have such an abundance.  The pudding came out very creamy and full of flavor.  I think it would be excellent with blueberries.

Spicy Hot Fried Chicken

OK, here is the fried chicken in 6/10 issue 81, page 15.
I made the medium version. It was fantastic! I've been craving fried chicken anyway.

So this was perfect! I loved the glaze that we drizzled on afterward.
I used Tapatio instead of Tabasco. And I didn't have panko bread crumbs so,
I substituted instant potato flakes instead. Turned out delicious!
I will make this again for sure!

Quick Romesco-Style Grilled Pizza

Charring bell peppers for sauce.

My first recipe: Made this for dinner tonight.  This recipe can be found in the Cuisine at Home Magazine from June 2010 issue pages 44-45. This is a very unconventional pizza and I have a very conventional husband when it comes to making pizza.  His first question was can he have onions, mushrooms, pepperoni and olives.  I must confess I did add some ingredients to his pizza.  I did make mine very close to the recipe.  To the left is a picture of my peppers on the grill. They char so much better on the grill then on the stove.
I didn't get to cook my pizza on the grill however.  We had a sudden rain storm and I made the pizzas on my grill pan.  Started by browning the crust on one side then flipped them and added the sauce, other toppings and brushed the crust with olive oil.
Well here is the finished product:

Finished pizza

The crust was very crisp and the sauce was wonderful.  I think I would opt for a different cheese.  I was true to the recipe and used goat cheese but think I would enjoy a milder flavor.  The experience was great over all.  I love to try new things.

Welcome

This blog is a project for three sisters (Evelyn Amanda & Susan) to cook their way through our Cuisine at Home Magazine.  I am the older sister Susan and I love to cook.  I live the Pacific Northwest in a very rural area ingredients can be a challenge.  I am looking forward to this culinary adventure with my sisters.  

Farmer's Salad with grilled salmon

Ok Here it is! I thought I would take advantage of this great magazine and cook something! This is from the August issue #82.Page 33. It turned out delicious!
I made a marinade to slather on the Salmon during cooking: Butter, Garlic, Chopped Lemon Balm from the garden, salt and pepper. Also, I substituted olive oil for the peanut oil. The Shallots I grew there wasn't much of a harvest this year (about 5).
Just enough though. This dish was so delicious! I will definitely make it again!
One recipe down! This is gonna be fun :) I might even become a better cook!
Love you girls!