Joyce Middleton's Blog, page 6
August 10, 2015
Amazing Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
This is our families secret chocolate chip recipe. We have a large family so this one makes over 4 dozen chocolate chip cookies. You can experiment with most cookie recipes to adjust to your own taste. Remenmber the more brown sugar you use the more chewy type cookie you create. I don’t think this one […]
Some Different Ideas for Cooking Rice
Rice needs to be thoroughly washed. A good way to do this is to put it into a colander, in a deep pan of water. Rub the rice well with the hands, lifting the colander in and out the water, and changing the water until it is clear; then drain. In this way the grit […]
August 9, 2015
B.B.Q. Sushi
This recipe will make you look like a master chef. It is so simple yet looks and more importantly tastes superb. Give it a try at your next BBQ. BBQ Sushi It starts with a sushi mat. Then strips of bacon spread evenly on it Next, some ground beef seasoned with salt and pepper […]
Cake Decorating Ideas For All Occasions
You really don’t need a special occasion to decorate a cake, but some events that can be made unforgettable and extra special with a decorated treat are holidays, birthdays, graduations, religious occasions, showers, weddings, and other personal special events. Here are some cake decorating ideas that will help you make any occasion special: New Year’s […]
August 8, 2015
Barbecue Techniques: Two Methods to Consider
When it comes to barbequing, there are two main schools of thought for the techniques that you can use. The first of these techniques – and the most popular method for those who grill in their back yards – is the style where the food is cooked directly over the source of heat. This way, […]
Barbecued Ribs Kansas City Style
Kansas City ribs are serious business when it comes to BBQ. True to tradition, barbeque in Kansas City is dry rub-spiced, smoked with hickory and coated with a KC style sauce. For Kansas City sauce means a thick, rich and tangy tomato based sauce with molasses and sometimes a hint of vinegar. The meat is […]
Jam Drops – Thermomix
When it concerns biscuits, it doesn’t get more timeless than an excellent old Jam Drop! These biscuits are much like little bites of heaven. A beautifully basic biscuit loaded with a little dollop of jam. This recipe has been adapted to the Thermomix to make them even easier. You could load your jam drops with […]
August 7, 2015
Tasty Fettucine With Asparagus, Red Pepper and Avocado
Ingredients: 1 16 oz. package organic fettucine noodles 1 pound fresh organic asparagus (try to obtain local, farm fresh!) 2 organic red peppers 2 organic avocados One half organic onion One quarter cup organic olive oil One half cup organic balsamic vinegar Fresh ground salt and pepper to taste Bring one large pot of water […]
British Cuisine
British cuisine has always suffered from bad press. The simple homespun fare and plain preparation of most traditional British foods pales when compared to French haute cuisine, and it’s not uncommon for food critics to sound almost apologetic when writing about traditional British dishes as if there were something shameful in enjoying a good, thick […]
August 6, 2015
Tips for Selecting the Right Beef Cuts
When we stand at the butchers counter, most of us may wonder what is the difference between a top sirloin and a porterhouse. If you ever come across a good beef cookbook, you will be able to appreciate a good diagram of beef cuts. Beef is the widely consumed animal protein through out the world […]
