Photography Choice

I have always been partial to Black and White Photography especially because of the greats like Ansel Adams and Edward Weston. However in playing with the pictures I have taken with my iPhone I am not sure if the Black and White is the best medium for all of my pictures. I do like the…

Rediscovering Old Hobbies

Since I haven’t been trying any new recipes lately I have been rediscovering old hobbies I use to enjoy. I have started playing guitar and writing music again. And the most surprising is I have found my way back to photography. It is a little different now than when I used to take pictures. I…

Taking a Break

I know I have not posted anything for quite a while, and unfortunately it does not look like I will be posting anything for a bit longer. I have decided to take a break from blogging and deal with some personal issues. Those of you who are my coworkers know the stress we have been…

Buttery White Chocolate Blondies

I have stated many times that I am not a baker, but lately I have been working on my baking skills more and more. I really admire the scratch bakers that make such delicious treats, but sometimes I feel like their recipes are so complex and with baking you must be so precise and accurate….

Jet Tila’s Bacon and Egg Fried Rice

I was watching an episode of FOODNETWORK’s The Kitchen, and saw chef Jet Tila show his Bacon and egg fried rice. Now I am a true fan of Asian cooking and I do cook with Asian flavors often but the true techniques have often escaped me. So seeing Jet Tila, who is one of my…

Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaf

I love meatloaf, it is a simple yet deliciously filling dinner especially in the colder weather. We do s few different types of meatloaves, but this is a current favorite. The wonderful flavor of a Philly Cheeseteak in meatloaf form. Also try my Philly Cheesesteak recipe . For those familar with the proper way to…

Simple Fudgey Gooey Brownies

As you may know I don’t do a lot of baking, most of my desserts are from box mixes. Well here is a simple from scratch brownie recipe that gives you nice fudgey and gooey brownies. Now cake brownies are good but this recipe will not give you those. Start off by melting 1/2 cup…

BBQ Braised Pot Roast

With winter arriving it is for hearty warming meals, during the colder months we do a lot of braising. Braising is a combination-cooking method that uses both wet and dry heats: typically, the food is first sautéed or seared at a high temperature, then finished in a covered pot at a lower temperature while sitting…

Mac and Cheese Pot Pie

Okay I had to do it. I had to combine two of my favorite comfort foods. Pot pies and mac and cheese. I actually had thought about doing this for awhile, but had to tweek the recipe a few times before it came out right. I made my normal bacon mac and cheese but it…

Milk Chicken Thighs

Jamie Oliver’s famous recipe paired down for 4-6 chicken thighs