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Cashew Chicken Perfection Recipe

Quote For The Day:

"Food for us comes from our relatives, whether they have wings or fins or roots. That is how we consider food. Food has a culture. It has a history. It has a story. It has relationships." - Winona LaDuke

Food For Thought:

Another sandwich picture?

"Why does this food blogger have to post a picture of his sandwich?" I know a sandwich is a sandwich but Manwich...I had to write that. This is not a post about Manwich. I don't like the Manwich product. I must brag some more on my oldest daughter's Jalapeno Cheddar sourdough bread. 

This sandwich is made with her homemade bread, purple onion, tomato, lettuce, pickle loaf meat from the deli, and mayonnaise. I think there's pepper sprinkled on the sandwich too. Man, what a sandwich! It's not a Manwich! I hope you are not a Manwich fan. If you are a Manwich fan, I offer my sincerest apologies.

A sandwich is a recipe. There are great sandwich recipes to share. As I sip my Earl Grey tea and type this post I am thinking of the simple peanut butter and jelly sandwich. As a child, I always simply had peanut butter and jelly on bread. Then one day someone made a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for me and it had a thin layer of butter on the bread with the peanut butter. It blew my mind! I had never had butter on my peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Adding a layer of butter expanded my world of peanut butter sandwiches.

Ok, here's where I get all philosophical on you. Let me ask a question here. What if something simple in your life is added to a situation that seems normal and has the potential to make it better. Maybe it's a thought or idea. I am writing to get you thinking.

No matter the situation you are in, it can change. It can get better. Just think about it a little. I would love to know your thoughts on the subject. Leave a comment below or message me about it. I have a private group on Facebook if you are interested. Topics are cooking recipes, and anything encouraging and helpful to the group.

Some Questions For You:

• Do you enjoy Cashew Chicken?
• What is your favorite restaurant to get Cashew Chicken from?
• Have you ever made Cashew Chicken for yourself?
• Do you know the history of Cashew Chicken? I have another Cashew Chicken recipe post where I talk about the history of Cashew Chicken. I was born in the city it was invented in.
• Did you see my recipe post yesterday? It is called Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake Easy Recipe. I hope you like it!

Extra Information For You:

You may have noticed my Food Safety Recall section on my blog. There is a recent recall of a poultry product. It is good to know up-to-date recalls on food.

Did you know that chickens raised for meat all came from four different types of chickens in Asia? There is a big difference between commercially raised chickens and "purebred" chickens. Chicken meat that has been mechanically separated is cheaper than most chicken meat. It only takes about 12 weeks for a chicken to be ready for the grocery store. You can visit Foodmate to learn more facts about chicken meat and its history.

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My Thoughts On Cashew Chicken Perfection:

If you are looking for a great Cashew Chicken recipe to try, you will like this one. It is very traditional and tastes great. There is oyster sauce in this recipe and I think it gives that special distinct flavor that is in cashew chicken. The flavor of fresh cashews blends well on the tastebuds.

I have a memory of my mother always being a big fan of cashew chicken. I know today she still loves cashew chicken. My personal favorite is General Chicken. I think it is the spicy taste I like best. I can't forget to mention that cooking your chicken in peanut oil also gives it that special taste.

Cashew Chicken Perfection Recipe - (Asian Food)

Ingredients:

• 4 whole chicken breasts (3 pounds estimate)
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Flour (all-purpose)
• Peanut oil
• 2 chicken bouillon cubes
• 1 1/2 cup cold water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon oyster sauce (or more if you like)
• 1 package cashews ( about 2 ounces)
• 1 bunch of scallions (chopped)

Instructions:

Skin and bone the chicken; cut into bite-size pieces. Mix eggs, milk, salt, and pepper:  pour over the chicken and let the chicken stand for 10 minutes. Remove the chicken and dredge it in flour. Let it stand for 15 minutes. Pour the peanut oil 1 inch deep into a large skillet. Heat the oil to 375 degrees. Fry the chicken a few pieces at a time. Remove the chicken to the platter, and keep it warm.

Dissolve the bouillon cubes in boiling water. Combine cold water and cornstarch, and slowly stir into hot bouillon. Add the sugar, oyster sauce, and additional salt and pepper to taste. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens. Remove from the heat; stir in cashews, and let stand for 10 minutes. Pour the sauce over the chicken, and sprinkle with chopped scallions.

Keep on cooking!
-The Recipe Guy

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So easy and tasty!

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Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake Easy Recipe

Quote For The Day:

“The only time to eat diet food is while you’re waiting for the steak to cook.” – Julia Child

Food For Thought:

July 4, 2024

I hope you had a great Independence Day! I had a great day. We didn't have any fireworks but it was easy to enjoy the fireworks that other people were shooting off in the area. Our kids are grown and aren't that interested in fireworks and the little grandbabies are too little at this time to feel safe and enjoy fireworks.

It is a blurry picture I shared of our meal and I apologize for that. I will describe it to you. It is a tradition in our household to cook barbecue bologna on the grill once a year. I usually have it sliced at the deli 1-inch thick. We use cole slaw as a topping on the barbecue bologna sandwich. We had beef hotdogs too. For the sides, potato salad, barbecue baked beans, and barbecue potato chips. It was a great family time and good food. The grandbabies colored with crayons on paper and decorated their creations with stickers.

A Few Questions For You:

• What was your meal for the 4th of July?
• Do you consider dump cake a dessert, pastry, or both?
• Did your day include fireworks?
• Have you had Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake before?
• What did you have for dessert on the 4th of July?
• Did you see my recipe yesterday? It is called the Stuffed Meatballs Recipe. Take a look and leave a comment on the recipe. I would like to read your thoughts on any recipe.

Extra Information For You:

Rule #1: NEVER mix a dump cake! That is the biggest mistake when making dump cakes. Its name is signature in that you simply dump the cake mix in the baking pan. It is difficult to pinpoint the first published dump cake recipes, but they became trendy in the 50s and 60s in America. Recipes for dump cakes began showing up as early as the 1920s. You can visit MASHED and read their article called The Fascinating History Of The Dump Cake.

Here is a great Dump Cake Recipe Cookbook with 60 recipes you will find interesting.

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My Thoughts On Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake:

My grandmother would make dump cakes in the past. She always enjoyed sharing her cakes and recipes. She would always mention how easy it was to make. Dump cakes and cobblers can always be a hit at any gathering and they were always present at my family reunions. This cherry pineapple dump cake recipe is a favorite because I love the tangy sweetness of cherry and pineapple. If you are looking for something sweet and quick, this is it!

Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake Easy Recipe - (Desserts)

Ingredients:

• 1 can cherry pie filling
• 1 can crushed pineapple
• 1/2 to 3/4 box white or yellow cake mix
• 1 stick butter or margarine (1/4 pound)
• Pecan halves

Instructions:

Combine the cherry pie filling and crushed pineapple in the bottom of a 13x9x2-inch baking pan. Sprinkle the cake mix over the pie fillings. Slice the butter or margarine very thin over the top of the cake mix. Place the pan in a 375-degree oven and wait until the butter or margarine is melted. Remove the pan from the oven and place the pecan halves in rows on top of the cake. Return the pan to the oven and bake until juice cooks through the batter, and the top is golden brown. Remove the pan from the oven; cool and serve.

Keep on cooking!
-The Recipe Guy

Fruit Pizza Secret Recipe

 

This glaze is FANTASTIC!

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Fruit Pizza Secret Recipe - (Pies & Pastries)

Ingredients:

• 1 package cream cheese ( 8 ounces, softened)
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• Fresh fruits include bananas, blueberries, raspberries, kiwi, grapes, strawberries, peaches, and pineapple.

Directions:

Prepare the Crust and Glaze. Combine the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla. Cream the mixture until it is smooth. Spread it over the cooled crust. Slice your fruits. Starting at the outside of the crust, arrange the fruit into rings using one fruit for each ring. Spoon the cooled glaze over the fruit, covering it completely. Chill it in the refrigerator. Cut the Fruit Pizza into wedges before serving.

Crust:

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup butter or margarine (melted)
• 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons pecan pieces

Directions:

Combine the melted butter, sugar, and flour, mixing well. Stir in the nuts. Pat the dough into a 12-inch pizza pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and cool.

Glaze:

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon orange rind (grated)
• 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier liqueur

Directions:

Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches boiling point and thickens. Let cool.

Thoughts On Fruit Pizza Secret Recipe: (Secret Recipe)

The butter is one of the secrets to this fruit pizza's incredible flavor. Butter is a better choice for taste instead of margarine. If you use browned butter for this recipe it does something special how it hits the tongue. You will receive compliments with this dessert dish.

The grated orange rind gives this Fruit Pizza a great orange flavoring. Real grated orange peel instead of using orange extract flavor also enhances the taste of orange.

Grand Marnier liqueur has a bitter orange aftertaste that is delightful. The browned butter, real grated orange peel, and Grand Marnier liqueur work together in this recipe ingredient trio to make anyone want more. Trust me, you will love it!

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More Information For You:

Fruit Pizza is categorized as a pastry. Many people consider it a healthier option because of the fruit. Fruit Pizza dates back to 500 B.C. in Persia. It was also found in Italy during the 1700s. Visit Kiddle for more interesting facts about the history of Fruit Pizza.

Some Questions For You:

• Have you made fruit pizza before?
• Have you tried making fruit pizza in the past?
• What favorite fruits do you like for fruit pizza?
• Did you read my recipe from yesterday? It is called Peppermint Ice Cream Homemade Recipe. Please share your thoughts about it in the comments below.

My Thoughts For Today:

Employee appreciation.

My employer showed appreciation for all the employees by serving us burgers, brots, and delicious sides. I am always grateful when this happens. The food was very good. The burgers had a great fresh beef flavor. I had tomato, lettuce, cheese, and mayonnaise on my burger. You can see in the picture what I had on my brot. I am a huge mustard fan. Please do not judge me for the amount of mustard I use. Do you love mustard? Does your employer show their appreciation for you with food? Please share your experiences.

Keep on cooking!

-The Recipe Guy

Quote For The Day:

“Cooking is not difficult. Everyone has taste, even if they don’t realize it. Even if you’re not a great chef, there’s nothing to stop you from understanding the difference between what tastes good and what doesn’t.” – Gerard Depardieu

Peach-A-Berry Cobbler Recipe

 

Cobblericous!

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Peach-A-Berry Cobbler Recipe - (Desserts)

Filling

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 2 cups sweetened peaches (sliced; frozen or fresh)
• 1 cup blueberries (optional)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions:

Mix cornstarch, brown sugar, and cold water. Add the fruit. Cook and stir until the mixture thickens. Add butter and lemon juice. Pour into a 9x9-inch pan.

Topping

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup butter (salt)

Directions:

Sift dry ingredients together. Add milk and butter. Beat until smooth. Pour over the fruit mixture. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons sugar and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg over batter. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

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Thoughts On Peach-A-Berry Cobbler:

This Peach-A-Berry Cobbler recipe is a great cobbler dessert! As mentioned in the recipe, the blueberries are optional. If you love peaches and blueberries, this cobbler will delight you. I've always enjoyed ice cream with my cobbler; vanilla is my favorite. I'm a coffee lover too, and a good cup of black coffee goes well for me. What do you think?

More Information For You:

To learn the history of cobbler you have to go back to the Colonial days in America. Many cobblers had normal on-hand ingredients. Cobblers were first meat and vegetable and then later evolved into a fruit dessert. Visit TastingTable to learn more about the rich history of cobbler.

Some Questions For You:

• Do you like cobbler?
• What is your favorite type of cobbler?
• Have you made cobber before? Please share your experience with me.
• Did you see my recipe from yesterday? It is called 7-Up Cake With Icing Recipe. Take a look!

My Thoughts For Today:

Help for our puppy.

My youngest daughter has a Beagle and we love her very much. She is such a good dog. We noticed she has not been acting well lately. She wants to go outside to go to the bathroom a lot. I thought she might have a bladder issue so I ordered some cranberry cleanse medicine for dogs. I hope this will help her. I ordered it last night and it should be delivered tomorrow. If you have any experience with this kidney cleanse product please let me know your experience. Keep our Bella in your thoughts.

Keep on cooking!

-The Recipe Guy

Quote For The Day:

"Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars." —Norman Vincent Peale, American clergyman

Oriental Skillet Supper Recipe

 

Taste of the East for supper!

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Oriental Skillet Supper Recipe - (Asian Food)

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup green bell pepper (cut into strips)
• 1/3 cup celery (cut into slices)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 pound minute steak or stew meat (cut into 1/4 inch cubes)
• 1/3 cup cold water
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons corn starch
• 1/4 teaspoons salt
• 1 medium tomato (cut into wedges)
• 1 cup cooked rice (hot)

Directions:

In a hot skillet cook quickly the green pepper and celery in oil until tender. Remove vegetables and add meat to hot skillet. Brown quickly. Combine the cold water, soy sauce, cornstarch, and salt, and add to the skillet. Cook and stir until the mixture thickens. Add the green pepper, celery, tomato, and heat thoroughly. Serve over hot rice.

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Thoughts On Oriental Skillet Supper Recipe:

This recipe is perfect for two people. If more is needed you can double the recipe. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. If you like this recipe a little sweeter, add 1 teaspoon of sugar. The sugar will make this dish taste like it came from an Asian restaurant.

When I eat Asian food I like to have egg rolls and crab rangoons with it. A fortune cookie is nice but that is such an American culture food item. I still enjoy the fortune cookie.

More Information For You:

Fortune cookies are a common food item at Asian restaurants in America. It is common to receive a mint, chocolate, or fortune cookie when you eat Chinese food at a restaurant. Fortune cookies originated in Japan. Learn more interesting facts about the Fortune Cookie by reading HISTORY's article, The Surprising Origins of the Fortune Cookie.

Questions For You:

• Have you tried this Oriental Skillet Supper Recipe or one that is similar?
• What is your favorite Asian meal?
• Do you enjoy fortune cookies?
• Did you read my recipe from yesterday? It is called Orange Balls Recipe and would go well with today's Oriental Skillet.

My Thoughts For Today:

My favorite BBQ!

Excellent pulled pork!

I love barbecue! One of my favorite places to get barbecue is at a local food truck. The food they make is so good and they have good prices. The barbecue is honestly some of the best I have ever tasted. I have written about this business in the past. This food truck serves the Webster County area and the locals are happy about it. The city does not have a barbecue restaurant so KETTLE & QUE fills a demand for great tasting food.

You can Follow or Like KETTLE & QUE's Facebook page so you will never miss a notification when they are open and their location. They are actually a food trailer but I don't know the technical term for it. Any ideas?

I stopped by the food truck this weekend and bought a pulled pork sandwich. My youngest daughter drove me because she likes driving and I had to pick up some things at the Big Box store. She had a turkey sandwich and said it was the best turkey she ever had. That is a big compliment because I can cook a tasty turkey. I picked up a pulled pork sandwich for my wife too. She loved it!

When I cook barbecue I like to cook it in the Instapot and add barbecue sauce when it's dished out. The Instapot makes the process quicker for me.

Keep on cooking!

-The Recipe Guy

Quote For The Day:

"I'm not going to continue knocking that old door that doesn't open for me. I'm going to create my own door and walk through that."
— Ava DuVernay

Orange Balls Recipe - Cool Tangy Sweet

 

Cool off with this sweet treat!

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Orange Balls Recipe - Cool Tangy & Sweet - (Cool Treats)

Ingredients:

1 can frozen orange juice (12 ounces, thawed)

1 box vanilla wafers (1 pound, crushed)

1 cup powdered sugar (2 cups if not sweet enough for you)

1 stick of butter (melted)

1 cup of nuts (chopped)

Coconut Flakes

Directions:

Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl. When thoroughly mixed make into balls the size of walnuts. Roll the balls into the coconut flakes. Store in the refrigerator to cool.

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Thoughts On Orange Balls Recipe:

This Orange Balls recipe will be a great choice if you enjoy orange treats in warmer weather. It has a sweet and orange tangy flavor with coconut. It has a very fruity, tropical taste. Kids love these Orange Balls. You may have to make more. They can be served with orange slices as a garnish that can be enjoyed too.

More Information For You:

Oranges are loaded with vitamins. They are not natural fruits that grow in nature. Oranges are also not orange. They turn orange as they ripen. Do you know what two words rhyme with Orange? Do you know how many gallons of water it takes to grow a single orange? When purchasing oranges you can tell how sweet it is by looking. Learn more interesting facts about oranges by visiting TASTEMADE.

Questions For You:

• Do you like oranges?
• Have you made orange desserts before?
• What kind of orange recipes have you made? Let me know in the comment section below.
• Did you see my recipe from yesterday? It is called Strawberry Jam Cake Recipe and I asked a question I need help with.

My Thoughts For Today:

Photo Credit: Eric Gillespie on Facebook

Today I am sharing another food meme that is funny and also might make you raise an eyebrow. My big question after a little observation is, what is Goo Gone doing in the refrigerator? Are they keeping the Goo Gone cool for a purpose? Are they hiding it? I have had my work lunch stolen in the past and it's not a good feeling. Do you have a good idea like this meme to keep people from stealing your lunch? I wonder if a single piece of shrimp or a piece of rice would be missed? I figure if someone takes my lunch they may need it more than me. What are your thoughts about this food meme?

Keep on cooking!

Food For Thought: Quote

• “Forever is composed of nows.” — Emily Dickinson

Strawberry Jam Cake Recipe

 

Simply a delight!

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Strawberry Jam Cake Recipe - (Cakes)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup butter
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup strawberry jam

Directions:

Cream the sugar and butter. Add the eggs. Mix it well. Mix in the buttermilk and baking soda. Sift the flour and add alternately with the buttermilk. Add the jam and stir just enough to mix it well. Pour in an oblong pan and bake in a 350° oven until the cake turns loose from the sides. Test the cake with a toothpick.

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Thoughts About Strawberry Jam Cake:

You can use your favorite icing for this Strawberry Jam Cake. If you want to bake a layer cake you can bake two pans of the cake and layer strawberry jam between the layers. For added appeal simply cut fresh strawberries in half and place them on top of the iced cake. Another idea is to layer the top with strawberry jam instead of icing the cake and then place fresh-cut strawberries on top. You are only limited by your imagination.

More Information For You:

The strawberry cake was first published by The Ohio Cultivator in 1845 and then made popular by The Lady's Recipe Book in 1847. Strawberries come from Europe. Strawberries get ripe first in Spring, they are categorized as a type of rose and even come in different colors. Visit Edible to learn more interesting facts about strawberries.

A Few Questions For You:

• What icing do you think goes best with Strawberry Jam Cake?
• Did you know there is a National Pick Strawberries Day? - (May 20th)
• Do you like the recipe I posted yesterday? It is called Easy Hot Fudge Recipe - Old Fashioned. Let me know what you think!

My Thoughts For Today:

I love barbecue pulled pork!

This weekend I am excited to visit a local food truck. The food truck serves the best barbecue I have tasted. I worked with a young friend whose father is the same age as me and has worked in the construction business for most of his life. He is in his middle age now and has always had the dream of owning his own food truck. He loves to cook and enjoys cooking barbecue food.

Some time back he began building his food trailer. It looks great and has a back porch with a barbecue smoker to cook the meats.

My friend told me his father had some issues getting his food trailer approved by the local health department. Apparently, the local food is very strict. Long story short, the food trailer is up to code and my friend's dad is serving the public. I am looking forward to visiting this local food trailer and enjoying a barbecue pulled pork sandwich.

Keep on cooking! - The Recipe Guy

Quote For The Day:

"I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination." —Jimmy Dean

Apple Bread Pudding Recipe

 

Topped with ice cream!

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Apple Bread Pudding Recipe - (Desserts)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 egg (beaten)
• 1/2 cup nuts (chopped)
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 2 cups apples (diced)

Directions:

Cream sugar and shortening. Add flour which has been sifted with baking soda. Add salt, cinnamon, beaten egg and mix well. Then, add nuts, raisins, apples, cinnamon, and beaten egg, and mix well. Then add to the baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes.

Thoughts On Apple Bread Pudding:

This dessert can be topped with your favorite ice cream. It is best fresh out of the oven. I like to sprinkle a little cinnamon on top of the ice cream. If you are a coffee drinker like me, a hot cup of coffee goes well with this Apple Bread Pudding. When I was a teenager I worked at a local family restaurant. It was my first job. The restaurant had a weekly buffet on Sundays. They served bread pudding. It was the first time I tried bread pudding. The owners allowed us to charge any food we ate and they would deduct it from our paycheck at the end of the week. I always had something to eat there and bread pudding was delicious. It was deducted from my paycheck.

More Information For You:

Bread pudding goes back to the 11th century. It also was found in many countries. It was originally made for low-income people in different cultures but today has a better reputation. It is no longer considered a penny-pincher recipe. You can learn more interesting facts about Bread Pudding by visiting Oh Danish Bakery.

A Few Questions For You:

• What is your favorite topping or side for bread pudding?
• Have you baked bread pudding before?
• Would you care to share your recipe with me? I will link back to you.
• What are your thoughts on Apple Bread Pudding? Leave a comment.
• Did you see my recipe from yesterday? It is called Stuffed Bell Pepper Recipe | Classic. Let me know what you think about it.

My Thoughts For Today:

My mother's father.

This is my grandfather. He is my mother's father. He is holding his first great-great-granddaughter. This picture was taken several years ago. Today he is 94 years old. I have many memories of my grandfather. He served in the United States Navy and was in the Korean War. He served on a ship they nicknamed the "Tin Can" and shared many memories with me of his time there. I believe he said the ship was a "Destroyer" ship and is now a retired ship. The ship was named U.S.S. Potter. I love hearing about his time serving in the Navy.

My grandfather likes to make banana bread. I haven't had his banana bread in some time but I always enjoy it. You can see the tattoos on his arm in the picture. It was very taboo in his time for people to have tattoos but it was a common thing to have in the Navy as a memento. He has a Hula girl tattooed on his arm and when I was a child he would show it to me. He would flex his arm muscles and make the Hula girl dance. It always made me laugh.

Keep on cooking!

Quote For The Day:

"In the long run, you make your own luck — good, bad, or indifferent." —Loretta Lynn