Focaccia
When my kids were little they used to call this “salty bread”. When Abby’s college friends asked for it they called it “Fa-fa-fa” (this was before Focaccia was a “thing” in the US). I’ve been making this for years, from…
Category: Soups
Fresh Corn Soup
This is such a plain and simple recipe, it’s hard to believe such a good tasting soup comes out of it! The ingredient list for this soup is so ordinary that it’s hard to imagine the exceptional taste. Been there,…
Ham Bone Bean Soup
Photo by Home & Plate I love Honey Baked ham. Love it, love it, love it! But have you heard the definition of eternity? Two people and a ham! Thank goodness I have a panini press for grilled ham and Swiss sandwiches. Thank goodness…
Pho – Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup
Depending on where you live, you may or may not have a proliferation of “Pho” restaurants in your community. If you do have a Pho restaurant nearby, I encourage you to try it out. You’ll be rewarded with a huge bowl of…
Gringo Grandma’s Chili
Gingo Grandma’s chili! That’s me! This is my chili! You’ve probably guessed that this is NOT serious cook-off chili. This is big pot, throw-it-all-together, family friendly, low-budget chili—chili that everyone likes! Chili with ground meat! And beans! Oh, my! A recipe…
