Trusty, Crusty Cornbread

Let me ask you a question, and be honest. Do I make you corny baby, yeah! Now that we’ve gotten the obvious out of the way…cornbread! In my quest to get away from box mixes, I’ve needed to find a good cornbread recipe for a long time. Instead of experimenting, I’ve just gone without. It’s been a sad time. But the kitchen powers that be had other plans for me and simultaneously brought cornmeal and a reliable recipe for cornbread … Continue reading

Hairless Corn

I realize that titling this post, Hairless Corn, might be a little disturbing, but if you’ve ever eaten a piece of corn on the cob and gotten its silky strands stuck in your teeth, then you’ll forgive me. This corn-cooking method does a great job of getting all of the hairs off of your corn. The method has spread like wildfire through my family, so I thought I’d share it with you too. My grandmother recently got an iPad, and … Continue reading

Citrusy Broiled Chicken Legs

It is a real shame living in a place with no outdoor space or grill access. I love grilling! To substitute, I’ve been experimenting with my broiler. I figure a close, dry flame is the closest I can get to grilling. It’s really nothing like the BBQ, but it makes good food in its own right. These chicken leggies make a fun and tasty dinner. The marinade on these chicken legs is the best part. It’s so delicious and lightly … Continue reading