Necessity is the mother of invention as a the old proverb goes, and my twist on a cheese steak sandwich was just that. I had long sandwich rolls (hot dog rolls really), I had the cheese, peppers and onions. I didn't have steak. I had ground beef. So hubby says, just brown up the hamburger … Continue reading Inventing a new Twist on Cheese steak Sandwiches
I live by this phrase in emergency work. Patient conditions can be critical and scary, and sometimes I doubt my own abilities. Life has been hectic lately. I am halfway through my advanced EMT course, doing ride time on ambulances and time on the floor in emergency rooms. So I have not had planning time … Continue reading Even When You Think You Can’t, You Have to.
This week I'm coming to you from my EMT perspective. How to safe guard your health and care in an emergency. It's best to have all medical information printed out, and put on your fridge door. The Refrigerator? Really? Yes, really. In an emergency, especially with an unconscious or altered mental status patient, the first … Continue reading The Best Emergency Medical Records Go on the Refrigerator
Our winter weather started off this week with a foot of snow. I knew I needed to make a pot of soup for the week, but what kind? No family member gave me any ideas. I had half a head of cabbage left from making galumpki's. I found half a ring of kielbasa in the … Continue reading Using Leftovers for Soup – a New Life Lesson
Now that the holidays are over, and suddenly the weather is supposed to have a cold snap (finally! 45 degrees at the end of December in the northeast is crazy!), it's time for soup. Specifically a Ham, Cheese and Potato soup that can be lunch or dinner. It's a good hearty meal. Just add salad … Continue reading How to Make a Great Ham, Cheese & Potato Soup
Here's an easy put together dinner that makes enough for the whole family - a simple Ravioli Lasagna made in the slow cooker. It's easy to put together in advance, and forget about it until a few hours later. Just add garlic bread and a salad for a complete meal! I used up a few … Continue reading The Amazing Slow Cooker Lasagna to Make For Family
Roasted garlic has a nice mellow garlic flavor, not the sharp bitter flavor of fresh garlic. Roasted garlic cloves turn into soft spreadable garlic that is easily pushed out of the garlic head. I use it multiple ways – in mashed potatoes, mixed with mayo for a bread spread, into pasta dishes or rubbed onto … Continue reading The Best Easy Way to Make Roasted Garlic At Home
There are certain things I must have in my kitchen to cook with. Maybe your twelve are different, but this list will get you started. I hate having an item that can only serve one purpose. It just takes up space, except for a couple of times a year when I might want it. And … Continue reading My Kitchen’s Most Valuable & Essential Appliances
Honey Apple Egg Rolls....I've made these for years and years. Almost 40 years in fact. I can't even remember where I found the recipe or maybe the inspiration for the recipe. They look hard, but are so easy. And make an unusual handheld dessert which are great for after an Asian meal, for a picnic, … Continue reading How to Make an Eggroll Dessert
Seasonal Changes Colorful leaves – Whether you prefer the red and orange maples in the northeast or golden aspens in the Rockies, autumn brings dazzling displays. Cooler weather – and no bugs! Sweatshirt hoodies and cozy sweaters – pull them out of storage, or buy a few new ones, it’s time for long sleeves again! … Continue reading The Best 25 Things (or more!) I Love About Autumn