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New Year’s Day Black Eyed Peas
What are some of the traditions you grew up with? We have many in my family; like banging pots and pans at midnight, or staying up late and celebrating with loved one. Some traditions have changed over the years, some have not. Like this old Southern tradition of eating Black Eyed Peas on New Year’s Day. If you’ve been reading my blog , you know I am from the San Francisco Bay Area, but my mom grew up in Mississippi, and my dad was born in Arkansas. So needless to say my Southern roots, albeit through my parents and grandparents are alive and well in this California girl. …
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Minestrone
What is better than a piping hot bowl of really good soup on a rainy, and cold winter’s day? A piece of crusty French bread to go with it! Simmering all day on the stove, waiting to be ladled up to my family as they make their way home from work or school. One of our family’s favorite soups is a classic Minestrone. Loaded with lots of vegetables, hearty pasta, and delicious broth, It always hits the spot on days like today. It’s easy to make, delicious, comforting, and oh-so-satisfying! When I was a kid, my mom would go by her favorite…
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Tomato Soup & Home Made Croutons
Is there anything more comforting on a cold day than a piping hot bowl of soup? The classic combination of Tomato soup and Grilled cheese is one of the most popular soup/sandwich combination. It is good for lunch or dinner and is satisfying and delicious. My son and husband absolutely love this meal, and after working on a few versions of the soup, this is what I came up with. I like to pair it with a grilled cheese made with a soft but hearty focaccia or ciabatta bread, lots of sharp cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan, or any of your favorite cheeses and top it off with home made…
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Creamy Asparagus Soup
My Grandma Virgie & Grandpa had 5 children! They were not wealthy people, raising their family in a modest 2 bedroom home in Richmond, CA. Needless to say feeding a family of 7 must have been a daunting task. My Grandma often quoted famous sayings, like that of Benjamin Franklin, ” A Penny Saved is a Penny Earned”, and others like “Waste Not, Want Not”. These sayings have been around for hundreds of years and still hold true for so many today. Grandma worked hard to make ends meet and stretch the food budget; luckily my Grandpa was an avid gardener with a lush vegetable garden in the backyard that…
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