Blog Posts from August 2009
Here's an archive of our blog posts from August 2009. Click on the title to see the full post.
We’re nostalgic for Pineapple-Banana Frozen Salad Cups
Retro recipe alert! Remember those frozen “salads” from the ‘50ies and ‘60ies that combined fruit, nuts, sour cream and, more often than not, mayonnaise?
BBQ Chicken fit for a man with a bit of beer and a lotta banjo!
At Beverly's house, Barbecued Chicken means a man with tongs, meat and fire who has an excuse to hide in the backyard, sip beer and play the banjo. Preferably for a very long time.
Dressing from Desperation Entertaining is a bit retro, but sweetly so!
There was a time when you couldn't say Spinach Salad without thinking Poppyseed Dressing. Never fear. For those in the mood to splurge on something slightly sweet with your salad, here's that dressing of old, complete with Poppyseeds.
Kids....family meals....harmony. So how realistic is this combination?
The research is very clear and widely discussed -- kids who eat regular family meals have a definite leg up. But how on Earth are we supposed to pull it off?
Topsail White Shrimp is delicious in August -- or any time of year
Growing up on Topsail Island we waited anxiously for “white shrimp” to come into season. Every August boats trolled off the shore directly in front of our home in search of the largest, most succulent shrimp species North Carolina has to offer. Topsail White Shrimp Spaghetti is our tribute to this most delicious crustacean.
How to get a steakhouse-style "Perfect Baked Potato"
Before now, we'd never been able to bake a perfect steakhouse potato. But after our first try with this recipe and the astounded look on our husbands' faces, we knew we'd hit the jackpot.
Iceberg Wedge Salad Sparks Passion....Love it .. or Really, Really Don't?
By her own admission, Jeanette Sanders is an adventurous eater and cook. But when it comes to the Iceberg Wedge Salad, she’s just not buying it! Here’s what she has to say:
Alicia's favorite authentic guacamole is simple and easy, but is it the best?
There are probably as many recipes for guacamole as there are people who love this Mexican specialty. Here's Alicia's favorite recipe.
Perfect chocolate-oatmeal cookie is an old-fashioned childhood dream
All I want is that simple recipe for no-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies – you know, the kind the elementary school cooks make with oats, peanut butter, and cocoa.
Thanks to Jennifer for her kind words and for her "Special Stir-Fry" recipe!
This is the sort of letter we live for – the writer loves Desperation Dinners, expresses it beautifully and shares a terrific original recipe we’ve nicknamed “Jennifer’s Special Stir-Fry.”
When is it safe to baste meat in its own marinade?
Should you baste meat while cooking it or not? Here’s out quick overview of how we decide based on guidelines from the USDA.
Grilled Chicken for Cooks Who Forgot to Defrost First...
If you’re in the desperate category while reading this, do not despair. You can indeed grill terrific chicken in a blink. Our Emergency Grilled Chicken recipe is just the ticket.
