Pineapple Banana Bread

The plant is indigenous to South America.

Taco Bowls

The taco predates the arrival of Europeans in Mexico. There is anthropological evidence that the indigenous people living in the lake region of the Valley of Mexico traditionally ate tacos filled with small fish.

Cheeseburger Macaroni

The tomato is native to western South America and Central America.

Italian Sausage Potatoes

In 1945, Ralph F. and Alice Stayer opened a butcher shop and named it after their quaint hometown, Johnsonville, Wisconsin. 

Skillet Pork Chops

Although carrots are available throughout the year, locally grown carrots are in season in the summer and fall when they are the freshest and most flavorful. 

Cheesy Baked Potatoes

In Texas, large, stuffed baked potatoes may be served as an entree, usually filled with meat, cheese, bacon bits. 

Brussel Sprouts with Bacon

Forerunners to modern Brussels sprouts were likely cultivated in ancient Rome. 

Bacon Deviled Eggs

Black pepper is available whole, crushed or ground into powder.

Homemade Rice And Roni

In 1694, rice arrived in South Carolina, probably originating from Madagascar.

Christmas Gift Cookbook Giveaway Winner

On Thursday, November 29, 2012 I had my Christmas gift giveaway for Ina Garten Back to Basic Cookbook. Today is the day I announce the winner! 

Cracker Candy

In 1894 Milton Hershey’s started the Hershey Chocolate Company.