Bacon wrapped dates are a crowd pleasing appetizer. They are fast and easy to make, and your guests will beg for more. You can never make enough – I promise. BACON WRAPPED DATES 35 dry dates, pitted (plan on a minimum of 5 pieces/person) 18 slices bacon – slice in half (1/2 slice per date)…
Strawberry Mango Salsa
So this isn’t the most seasonal of dishes. However, strawberry season just about HERE on the Central Coast! With that I’m sharing this recipe. Strawberry-mango salsa is a great appetizer that travels well too. Think about all the holidays & family gatherings this will be good for. I really like serving this with Terra chips….
How to Check Eggs for Freshness
Tips Tuesday – How to Check Eggs for Freshness This tips Tuesday is how to check eggs for freshness – place them in a cup of water. Fresh eggs sink – bad eggs float. About At sloCooking my goal is to assist my readers with recipes, information and tips to help you have an easier…
Who Doesn’t Love Crab Cakes?
Who doesn’t love crab cakes? This appetizer is a go-to for the husband. He’s been known to whip up a batch of these when we have a lazy Sunday afternoon. You know we haven’t had many of those, but that has totally changed for 2017! I hope your family enjoys this recipe for crab cakes…
How to Prevent Mushroom Slime
Tips Tuesday – How to Prevent Mushroom Slime This tips Tuesday is on how to prevent mushroom slime. Wrap mushrooms in paper towels before refrigerating to prevent mushroom slime. About At sloCooking my goal is to assist my readers with recipes, information and tips to help you have an easier time in the kitchen,…
Segway Into Spring with Homemade Salsa
I guess it’s time to start moving into spring – happy Spring by the way! Warm weather makes me want homemade salsa, and while you’re at it, throw in some chips. Are you as excited about this change as I am? I am happy to have longer days, warmer weather and sunshine. However the last…
How to Keep Salt Dry
Tips Tuesday – How to Keep Salt Dry This tips Tuesday is an old one. I remember my mom doing this when I was a little kid. How to keep salt dry – Keep RICE in the salt shaker to keep salt from hardening. Rice absorbs condensation. About At sloCooking my goal is to…
Best Time of the Year
Best Holiday Time of the Year It’s here! The best holiday time of the year. My favorite of seasons – happy to put an end to freakish winter hours. SUMMER Summer means tomatoes warm off the vine. And warm months of sun hot on the ground. Yes, the rain ends. And the days are longer….
Thoughts on Change
Thoughts on Change What are your thoughts on change? I may not have told you yet, but I’ve enrolled in an online writing seminar to move my lovely blog to the next level. You’re seeing some changes to how I’m presenting information. You’re also seeing how the blog layout is changing. I can’t wait for…