Marinated Artichokes

This recipe was a classic example of having to improvise to ensure I stick to the plan. I was originally intending to make roasted artichokes for my Party on the Porch. But, what seemed like a simple visit to the store, turned into an adventure around Pittsburgh to find them. The only place that had [...]

Rotisserie Chicken and Apple Salad Sandwich

Have you ever become fixated on an ingredient that you can’t get out of your head?  I’ve recently become a fan of rotisserie chicken from the deli section of my local market.  It’s so easy to buy on my way home from work and it’s pretty flavorful too. So when Brent is off playing volleyball, [...]

Roasted Corn & Black Bean Salad

You’re considered part of the “really good friend” category when you’re invited to a messy meal at my house.  Not too long ago, I hosted rib night.  Say it with me folks….. “Riiiiiiiiiiibbbbs”.  There were only three of us for dinner, but I made enough ribs for 20.  Imagine a pile of tender, fall-off-the-bone, pork [...]

Classic Potato Salad: My Way

You are almost always guaranteed to run into a bowl of goop claiming to be potato salad at any community pot luck party, family reunion, or summer barbeque across the country.  This statement was confirmed when I was thumbing through my extensive collection of small town “old lady” fundraiser cookbooks.  I glanced though the index [...]