I had started to take down all the Christmas decorations. The dining room and kitchen were finished and I had moved onto the family room and fireplace. As I removed all the colorful figurines, stockings and garland, I found myself getting gloomy. So, I put them back up! It’s only 354 days until Christmas and…
Author: kcinaz
Cooking is a major part of my life and I wouldn't be fulfilled without it. Of course, we all have to eat, but the main part of cooking for me is entertaining, sharing fun and flavorful foods with great friends. Dinner parties, happy hours and well, most anything to do with food is where I begin to enjoy.
My artsy side is a craving for art, painting and photography. I recently went to a wine and paint party. That was great fun but a challenge to finish an acrylic painting in less that 3 hours. After several courses in enhancing photography I'm okay with what I do but could learn much more.
Turkey Stuffed with Apple Pecan Dressing
When making this yummy turkey I used a Fresh Young Turkey at 22 pounds. It was so juicy and tender. There was no need to add butter if it already is pre-basted. For a super tasty bird brine it overnight first. 22 pound Turkey 1/8 teaspoon Basil 1/2 teaspoon Poultry Seasoning Paprika 1/4 cup Salt;…
Apple Pecan Rice & Bread Turkey Stuffing
Turkey stuffing for those of us who used to hate stuffing. I started making this dressing many years ago and it’s always been a hit. Can be prepared the day before and then baked with Turkey the next day. For a vegetarian version use Knorrs vegetable cubes prepared in water to replace chicken broth. 18…
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Mom’s Guarding the Nest
It’s fairly early this morning and mom Morning Dove is on the nest keeping the eggs warm. It’s 77 Fahrenheit so there is not a lot of morning chill. Carefully I crept up to take a picture and she was tolerant for about 2-3 minutes as I snapped a few images with my iPhone 10….
Morning Doves Nest
It has been a long time since we have had Morning Doves nest at eye level or even close to eye level. This nest appears as though it is in our oleanders but not. The nest is strategically place atop a horizontal 14 foot ladder normally used for painting. Gus is not going to use…
Tomatoes are Thriving
I will have some cherry tomatoes soon thanks to AeroGarden. They are doing much better than the strawberries. Only have two strawberry plants left… wahhhh…I think I may have killed them. But the tomatoes area thriving. Thanks, Dad, for your inspiration. I loved that you always brought me tomatoes when you came to visit me….