Mashed Potatoes, Plain and FancyOne of my favorite potato recipes in mashed potatoes.  Comforting, frugal, easy, no-fail, and oh, so delicious.  Plus, they’re easy to dress up and make something special from. Basic Mashed Potatoes: Potatoes (about 3-5 small, 2 to 4 medium, or 1 or 2 large potatoes for each person, depending on if [...]

What is the best way to prepare canned green beans?I'd like a tastier way to prepare canned green beans rather than just heating them up on the stove. Should I ad some bacon? Some tasty spices? Give me some ideas and thanks in advance! Mmm… green beans. My mom used to make wonderful green beans…from [...]

This is one of the Belizean fast food snacks, found on every corner in every town, 2 or 3 “fu dollah”. The other snacks are salbutes and panades. Garnaches are the easiest to make.

This is another of those great easy breads you can whip up at a moment’s notice.

Chicken, Swiss cheese, mushrooms, bread crumbs. This is great served over rice with a green salad or green beans.

Hawaiian Stove Top Dish- 1/4 to 1/2 small bell pepper, sliced, for each diner – 2 pineapple rings (or a similar amount of fresh pineapple), chopped into bite sized pieces, for each dinner – 2 ounces chicken, ham, Polish sausage, firm tofu, or sliced beef for each dinner – 1 tsp. soy sauce or tamari, [...]

Looking for a quick, easy dinner that won’t break your budget and is healthier than fast food? Try a French bread pizza.

These are absolutely delectable and elegant; great for fancy dinners when you want a side dish to impress your guests.

Egg in the Hole or Peeping EggsIf you’re looking for a breakfast that’s quick and easy, yet delicious and different, try egg in the hole. Ingredients: 1 slice bread for each diner 1 egg for each diner butter 1 cheese slice for each diner (optional) Melt butter in pan over low heat. Meanwhile, use a [...]

Super Tasty Tuna or Salmon SaladIt’s getting warmer, and quick salads with bread or crackers are great for lunch! When I was a kid, tuna salad meant tuna, mayonnaise, and pickles. Blah. It tasted good, but Blah. This recipe is based off of one in the Joy of Cooking, which I have modified for my [...]