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Me n’ Martha Project: Day 40, Spoon Bread

Yesterday I tried a new recipe that I had never heard of, Spoon Bread from the South on page 198. One of my favorite things in doing the Martha Project is trying out recipes like this.  Because it’s always good … Continue reading

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Me n’ Martha Project: Day 39, Grilled Kielbasa Ring With Sauerkraut

Today I kept it simple with a Midwestern favorite, Grilled Kielbasa Ring With Sauerkraut from page 242. Like much of Martha’s American Food, this meal is a reflection of our vast melting pot.  The hearty kielbasa (which is the Polish … Continue reading

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Me n’ Martha Project, Day 38, Maple Bundt Cake

Yesterday my culinary road trip with Martha was interrupted by an actual road trip down to St. Petersburg to visit my mom at her new condo.  Today, I was once again able to hit the road in the comfort of … Continue reading

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Me n’ Martha Project: Day 37, Corn Dogs and Vichyssoise

My menu today is two great tastes that go great together — Corn Dogs and Vichyssoise! Perhaps this requires an explanation.  Okay, here’s the story — tomorrow I’ll be out of the house from early in the morning until late … Continue reading

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Me n’ Martha Project: Day 36, Louisiana Bread Pudding

The weather is finally clearing up and I was able to make it to the store where I picked up a beautiful baguette that I used to make Martha’s Louisiana Bread Pudding from page 215. This is a rich and … Continue reading

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Me n’ Martha Project: Day 35, Deviled Eggs

This week I experienced my first tropical storm!  Debby came to town last Sunday, and although it’s getting better out there, the roads are still flooded and the winds are still going strong.  Once again I find myself trying to … Continue reading

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Me n’ Martha Project: Day 34, Sticky Buns

Today I stayed in the Northeast and tried Martha’s Sticky Buns recipe from page 127. Sticky buns are a popular dessert that can be found in food courts all around the country.  My first encounter with a popular chain was … Continue reading

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Me n’ Martha Project: Day 33, Indian Pudding

Retro desserts are all the rage these days.  With the rise of old time favorites like cupcakes, red velvet cake and lemon meringue pie, it seems the demand for desserts that bring us back to a simpler time is higher … Continue reading

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Me n’ Martha Project: Day 32, Chicken and Dumplings

I have found that since I’ve moved down to Florida, I’ve become more interested in southern cooking. It’s a way of getting to know my new home better by exploring the local cuisine and learning how to cook it properly.  … Continue reading

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Me n’ Martha Project: Day 31, Waldorf Salad

Since I made a fig pizza yesterday I found myself with plenty of extra pizza dough.  Tonight I decided to go for a New York style pizza with marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese and pepperoni and have it with a classic … Continue reading

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