All about apples. Everything you didn’t know you wanted to know. The Origin of the Apple We all love to eat apples in one form or another. Mostly it is the apple pie form that we are fond of, but snagging a fresh one off the tree is tasty, too. But, just where did the…
Sauteed Zucchini is an End of Summer Favorite
Fresh fish makes my hubs happy. Spending the day on the water to get said fresh fish makes him even happier and who can argue? We live so close to the water it’s a shame not to take full advantage of what’s near us during the season. We like to serve fresh fish with this…
Fall is a Great Time for Pantry Organization
I’ll show you mine – if you show me yours… Oh get your mind out of the gutter – I’m talking about your pantry! Fall is a great time for pantry organization. I’m always curious what other people’s pantries look like. In the dream home of my future not only will I have a FULL…
I Love Making Apple Spice Tea
Fall is the time for apples and I love making apple spice tea. But nothing beats taking a family outing to a local farm – taking a hay ride out into the orchard, picking a bushel of apples and going home with the spoils. Our favorite local location is Avila Valley Barn – do you…
Fried Green Tomatoes
Fried green tomatoes are an absolutely favorite food. If you’re lucky enough to find green tomatoes at your local farmer’s market buy them – I promise you wont be disappointed. I like to do this dish when the tomatoes are still on the harder side – if you wait until they’re soft, they’ll fall apart…
Sicilian Orange Salad
This recipe for Sicilian orange salad was another winery even recipe. One of my best friends from home has a brother that’s a local winemaker here on the Central Coast. If you’re ever looking for delicious Italian varietals look no further than Clesi winery in Templeton. If you go tasting, tell them Heather Pesco sent…
On Sale – Quick Bites by Heather B. Thomas
Quick Bites Quick Recipes for … By Heather B. Thomas Book Preview Did you know I published a cookbook? Get it while you can. Debating taking it out of circulation for a while… What do you think?
Tomato Bruschetta
Tomato Bruschetta This is a family favorite that we make every summer, and have even been known to make it year round when we can get good tomatoes. I think you’ll enjoy this recipe for its simplicity and deliciousness. Tomato Bruschetta 2 tbsp. olive oil 5 cloves garlic, finely minced (I use a garlic press)…
Sweet & Sour Pork
Asian food is always a hit in our house. Over the years I have played around with making various dishes to mimic Chinese takeout and am happy to report I have found quite a few wonderful recipes like this sweet & sour pork with bell peppers and pineapple. Only other thing you have to do…