MADE IN AMERICA - DOUGHNUTS
It's Friday, so it's time for another American recipe, this time, Judith shares her recipe for doughnuts. CLICK HERE to read her recipe and why it's special. We're still in the states where a warm Krispy Kreme doughnut comes awfully close to heaven. Imagine making them at home!
If you've been following along, you'll know that JUDITH first came up with the idea of sharing some really good, really American recipes, mostly to show our Italian friends that we can do more than make delicious sweets...
Judith also has a LIST OF ALL THE RECIPES HERE, just in case you'd like to see if one of our favorites might become one of yours!
Labels: doughnuts
MADE IN AMERICA - CRABCAKES
It's Friday, so it's time for another American recipe, this time, Mary, over at THE FLAVORS OF ABRUZZO , shares one of her favorite American-style recipes. Clicking on the link will take you to Mary's recipe for crabcakes.
If you've been following along, you'll know that Judith over at THINK ON IT first came up with the idea of sharing some really good, really American recipes, mostly to show our Italian friends that we can do more than make delicious sweets...
Judith also has a LIST OF ALL THE RECIPES HERE, just in case you'd like to see if one of our favorites might become one of yours!
Labels: crabcakes
BIG BROWN DELIVERS!!!!!
It was a beautiful day...blue skies, fluffly clouds, cool breeze. As Big Brown walked into the paddock to be saddled he let loose.....leaving a few horse patties in his wake. 
At that moment I predicted to my daughter that Big Brown would win, simply because I knew he felt so much lighter! Coming from the 20th post position he did the nearly impossible, winning easily by several lengths. Big Brown did indeed deliver!
The excitement and joy was quickly replaced with concern when we saw that Eight Belles, the filly, the second place finisher, was down on the track. It wasn't long before we learned that the worst had happened...she had multiple breaks in both front legs and had been put down.
What a roller coaster ride for everyone! Congratulations to everyone associated with Big Brown, and heartfelt condolences to everyone associated with Eight Belles. Next stop...Baltimore!
Labels: Big Brown, Churchill Downs, KY Derby
IT'S DERBY DAY!
After a rainy Oaks day, we're hopeful that Derby 134 will be a little nicer. Although the track at Churchill Downs drains well and the horses still run rain or shine, it sure makes for a better time if the sun is out! I'm not sure how much detail the various writers go into, but you can check out the NYTIMES DERBY PICKS by clicking on the link. Pick a name that sounds good to you and place your bets...at least that's how I do it!!
Labels: Churchill Downs, KY Derby
MADE IN AMERICA - PICKLES
It's Friday, so it's time for another American recipe, this time, Judy, aka Divina Cucina, over at OVER A TUSCAN STOVE. Clicking on the link will take you to Judy's recipe for bread and butter pickles. I like all kinds of pickles, but if I had to choose a favorite, it would be bread and butter pickles, cut thick and chunky, served crisp and cold.
For whatever reason, there aren't many pickles in Italy, and most of the ones I've found are rather sour and not to my liking. As for sweet pickles or bread and butter pickles, or even pickle relish, I've never seen them.
If you've been following along, you'll know that Judith over at THINK ON IT first came up with the idea of sharing some really good, really American recipes, mostly to show our Italian friends that we can do more than make delicious sweets...
Judith also has a LIST OF ALL THE RECIPES HERE, just in case you'd like to see if one of our favorites might become one of yours!
Labels: pickles, recipe
NOT GONE, NOT FORGOTTEN, JUST BUSY!
As you know we're here in Louisville for a few weeks. Art's started work at Churchill Downs, but before that we had a full week to relax and catch up. We've seen friends and family, celebrated our grandson's 15th birthday, seen quite a few movies, eaten some of our favorite American treats and cooked for friends.
Most of the movies we've seen have been okay....and just okay. Several of the movies we've seen have been recommended by friends and acquaintances, but honestly, nothing's been that special. We saw "Juno" on the plane...cute, nicely done, but still..... We saw "The Bands' Visit", a quirky little foreign film, and "Death At A Funeral", and "Once". All were worth a few bucks, but still nothing really grabbed me. So far the only movie I've seen that I thought was GREAT! FANTASTIC! and WORTH SEEING AGAIN! was Scorsese's "Shine A Light"! Wow!!!!! I've never seen the Stones in concert and boy, do I regret it! Lots of energy, lots of fun, and most of all, lots of good music! This one gets two thumbs up from me!!
Our weather here seems to be the same as in Italy...a few warm days followed by clouds and cooler temps with a little rain thrown in for good measure. Today is better, and I hoping for a beautiful day to the Kentucky Derby on Saturday. No, I don't have a horse picked out....don't even know any of the horses running, except "Big Brown", who just won the Florida Derby and is expected to be the favorite. I guess this will be my daughter's horse since she works at OOPS.
Anyway, as you can tell, nothing much to report from the Derby City, just thought I'd let everyone know we're alive and kickin'!
Labels: Churchill Downs, Kentucky Derby
MADE IN AMERICA - BUTTERMILK BISCUITS
It's Friday, so it's time for another American recipe, this time buttermilk biscuits over at MY BELLA VITA. Clicking on the link will take you to Cherrye's recipe for her version of this southern staple.
I have to admit that I've never made buttermilk biscuits...I make baking powder biscuits...but now I guess I have to give these a try since they look so decadently wonderful!
If you've been following along, you'll know that Judith over at THINK ON IT first came up with the idea of sharing some really good, really American recipes, mostly to show our Italian friends that we can do more than make delicious sweets...although we certainly do seem to have a lock on that market!
Judith also has a LIST OF ALL THE RECIPES HERE, just in case you'd like to see if one of our favorites might become one of yours!
Labels: biscuits
MADE IN AMERICA - DRESSING/STUFFING
It's Friday, so it's time for another American recipe, this time courtesy of Michelle over at BLEEDING ESPRESSO. Clicking on the link will take you to Michelle's recipe for stuffing...or dressing, depending on what you call that wonderful concoction of bread, celery, onions and whatever else your family adds in. Just as in Italy, every cook has her own special blend of ingredients, and of course every family has their traditional favorites.
If you've been following along, you'll know that Judith over at THINK ON IT first came up with the idea of sharing some really good, really American recipes, mostly to show our Italian friends that we can do more than make delicious sweets...although we certainly do seem to have a lock on that market!
Judith also has a LIST OF ALL THE RECIPES HERE, just in case you'd like to see if one of our favorites might become one of yours!
Labels: dressing, recipes, stuffing
Spina Bifida
