GF Baked Pumpkin Spice Donuts
The weekend is about to start and it’s Fall. So what could be better this Saturday or Sunday morning than a good cup of tea or coffee and a warm pumpkin spice donut?!! Read more
Posts from the ‘Food Glorious Food’ Category
Nov 2
Oct 26
Halloween Treats
Here are some tricks for making some fun treats for your Halloween get together! Read more
Oct 25
Easy Brazilian Cheese Bread – GF
Brazilian Cheese Bread is English for Pão de Queijo. GF is the abbreviation for gluten free. So this is a yummy and delicious gluten free cheese bread from Brazil that just happens to be very easy to make! Read more
Oct 17
Chewy, Chocolatey And Gluten Free
Usually when a recipe is modified to accommodate a sensitivity or food allergy, we just hope it will taste “OK”. Having someone say “It’s pretty good considering it’s______”, Read more
Oct 12
Baked Pumpkin Donuts -Gluten Free (GF)
Don’t you just love the feeling of Fall? What wonderful colors the season brings, the crispness in the air, and smell of spices in so many baked goods. Read more
Sep 27
DIY – GF – AP Flour
Translation: Do it yourself- gluten free – all purpose flour. Did you get all that? We have a recipe (or two) for you today, for gluten free flour you can mix up at home 🙂 Read more
Sep 26
Favorite Finds – Every Oven Needs One
Have you ever wondered if your oven is heating to the correct degrees? Read more
Sep 18
# Together -Well Done Meghan
Meghan Markle became a member of the British Royal family earlier this year when she married Prince Harry. To her credit she has not just become a princess who enjoys being photographed and having her fashion choices admired. She has wasted no time making her position count for the good. Read more
Sep 13
Sep 10
GF Crunchy Crispy Chicken
(Photo curtesy of American Lifestyle magazine)
As promised last week, today we have a recipe that uses the ghee we told you about in our post last Thursday. The added benefit? This one is also gluten free 🙂 Read more
Sep 6
Ghee – Liquid Gold
If you’ve never heard of it…read on. If you have, read on anyway. We’ve got some good info for you today. Read more
Aug 23
Aug 17
Festive In A Hurry
Need something to make your celebration festive? Or just to make an ordinary day a festive one? We’ve got a simple solution. Cupcakes make everything seem like a celebration. Read more
Aug 10
No Bake Oreo Truffles
These are for you to make and enjoy this weekend. Simple 3 ingredient delights. You’re welcome:-) Read more
Aug 3
It’s A Big Yum!
If you are a fan of peanut butter cup candy, these no bake peanut butter chocolate bars will be right up your alley! Read more
Jul 20
DIY-Soft Serve Ice Cream
You may have heard that last Sunday was dubbed National Ice Cream Day, in celebration of that favorite dessert of all ages. If you ask us, your Two Chums, we would tell you that everyday could be considered “Ice Cream Day”! Read more
Jul 18
Rainbow Unicorns – Making Summer Fun
What can be more fun in the summer than popsicles, Read more
Jul 6
Sweet Kitties
Today we have some yummy and cute kitties that just happen to be very edible and fun to make! Read more
Jul 3
Slow Cooker Ribs
If grilling or BBQing isn’t possible for your celebration this 4th of July, we have a delicious and easy alternative for making those ribs we all love to eat! These are so simple and will travel well too in your slow cooker if you are taking them to a 4th of July celebration.
Bon appetit!
Slow Cooker Ribs*
3 lbs. pork ribs (we like St. Louis style or baby back ribs)
Rub made from 1 tablespoon each: salt, pepper, paprika, chili powder
5 cloves of minced garlic
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup honey
Rub the ribs on all sides with rub and place in slow cooker. Mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey and garlic and add to slow cooker. Cook ribs on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours. Remove ribs and slice between bones. Pour additional sauce from slow cooker over ribs and serve.
* For traditional more smoky BBQ style ribs, replace soy sauce with apple juice or cider, and cover the ribs in hickory BBQ sauce after removing ribs from slow cooker.
Jul 2
Fun In Red White and Blue
Today we have an easy and simple way to make your 4th of July dessert festive! Buy your favorite ice cream cones, any size or kind that suits you or your guests. Read more
Jun 29
Jun 22
If You Build It…
they will come! Read more
Jun 21
Summertime Treats – Gooey No-Bake Crunch Bars
If you happen to be a fan of caramel, chocolate, and peanut butter, you are going to love these Gooey No-Bake Crunch Bars! These are easy to make and even easier to eat 🙂 Read more
Jun 15
A Feast For Dad – Lobster and Steak
If you feel like really going all out for dad this Sunday, you really can’t go wrong by serving some lobster and steak. Read more
Jun 14
Dessert For Dad – Red Velvet Cake
On Sunday, dads will be the guests of honor at celebrations of Fatherhood all over the country. We have a wonderful dessert for your family’s celebration. It’s a great way to remind your father, grandfather, Godfather, or husband just how “sweet” you think he is 🙂 Read more
Jun 7
Making Breakfast Fun – Confetti Pancakes
School is out in many places and it’s summer vacation for most already. Maybe now there is a bit more time for breakfast and we have a fast, easy and very economical way to make breakfast fun for your family. Read more
Jun 1
Birthday Cake Pops Bouquet
What could be more fun for a celebration than a bouquet of cake pops?!!! Read more
May 29
Chilaquiles Our Way
There are about as many ways to make this Mexican classic as there are people making it. Suffice it to say there is no right or wrong way to make this Mexican treat. We have actually made it a number of times and it is usually a little different each and every time. Why?…. you may ask Read more
May 25
The Royal Cake – Lemon Elderflower Cake
A week ago today, Royal watchers everywhere were preparing for the big wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and planning their own celebrations to mark the occasion. Our Royal wedding festivities included a cake like the one the happy couple and their guests were going to enjoy…a Lemon Elderflower Cake. Read more
May 16
The Perfect Soft Boiled Egg
Eggs are a staple of many breakfasts, but cooking them, especially soft boiling them, can be a frustration. No one trying to cook a soft boiled egg wants a runny white or a hard yolk, yet that is what we often get. That is until now! Read more
May 11
Grilled Veggie And Shrimp Salad
This salad, or a version of it, is served at one of the most popular restaurants on Los Angeles, The Ivy. Often seen in magazines because it is favorite celeb hangout, the restaurant is always packed! Read more
May 4
Kentucky Derby Refreshment
Tomorrow is the Kentucky Derby. What has come to be known as “the run for the roses” and “the greatest 2 minutes in sports” will take place again on the first Saturday in May, as it has since 1872. Read more
May 1
May Day Again
Like every other date on the calendar, this one comes just once a year. But this one is different because it has a special name…May Day. Read more
Apr 27
Pigs With New Blankets
Most of us have had some version of Pigs in a Blanket along the way. It’s one of these foods you always seem to enjoy but frequently forget about when you are looking to make a snack for your children, or a simple and casual hors d’ouvres. We’ve got a really simple version of this classic for you today. Read more
Apr 19
Apr 16
On The Side – Twice Baked Potatoes
As the week begins we have an idea for you to make any meal seem more special. Read more
Apr 13
The “Sweet” Weekend – Macadamia Nut Cookies
As if having a couple of days at the end of each week to enjoy yourself and your family weren’t sweet enough, today we have a cookie that can make your weekend even sweeter 🙂 Read more
Apr 10
On The Side – Spiced Rice
Sometimes all we need to liven up our ordinary meals is a good side dish. Read more
Apr 5
Tea or Milk First?
Your Two Chums have always said that, when pouring a cup of tea, the milk should go in first and then the tea. Is this correct? Read more
Apr 3
What’s For Dinner? – Sesame Chicken
Want a quick yummy option for dinner? We’ve got that! Read more
Mar 30
Carrots For Easter
Most people think of eggs and bunnies when they think of decorating, or preparing food for Easter. Today we’ve got some fun ways to use carrots as well. Read more
Mar 23
A Tasty Tradition
Your Two Chums truly enjoy going out to dinner. We like all kinds of restaurants but at least once a year, usually in the Spring, we have dinner at a local Japanese, teppan restaurant…it’s tradition. Read more
Mar 22
Having Fun With Food – Yummy Pandas
Making food fun is good for grownups and kids alike. Read more
Mar 16
Sweet and Green – Happy St. Pat’s Day
Tomorrow, as you are surely aware, is St. Patrick’s Day. Whether you are technically Irish or not, it seems on March 17th EVERYONE is at least a little bit Irish. Read more
Mar 14
Happy Pi Day!
It’s international Pi Day. And do we have a “pie” for you! Read more
Mar 8
Rise and Shine – South Of The Border
The weekend will soon be here. It’s time for another good breakfast option. Read more
Mar 2
A Confetti Celebration
It’s the weekend…. and the Oscars. And if those are not reasons enough, you may have any number of other reasons to celebrate. If you do, we’ve got something fun we know you’ll enjoy! Read more
Feb 23
Rise and Shine – Breakfast Enchilada Casserole
The weekend is coming. Shouldn’t you have something yummy to start it off with?… or finish it up with? We think you should. This is easy, yummy and gluten free to boot 🙂
Breakfast Enchilada Casserole
Corn tortillas, cut in half
Red, yellow and green mini peppers, chopped (approximately 2 cups)
Green onion, chopped (1 large bunch)
Garlic, chopped (2 cloves)
1 lb. sausage or chorizo sauted
1/2 lb. pepper jack cheese, grated
1/2 lb. sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 1/2 cups half and half
9 eggs
1 teaspoon Lawry’s seasoning salt
Enchilada sauce
Sour cream (Approximately 1 cup)
lime juice (about 1/2 cup)
Cilantro, chopped
Butter the bottom of a 9″ x1 3″ baking dish and cover with a layer of tortillas. Add 1/2 of the grated cheese over tortillas. Mix chopped peppers, green onion, garlic and sausage and cover the cheese layer. Add another layer of tortillas and then the rest of the cheese. In the blender, mix well the half and half and eggs and seasoning salt. Pour over the tortillas, cheese and sausage. Bake for 30140 minutes in a preheated 375 degree oven until golden brown.
While casserole is baking mix sour cream with enough lime juice to thin it to a pourable consistency. When the casserole comes out of the oven, pour a small can of enchilada sauce over the top and then drizzle with sour cream lime juice mixture. Put the casserole back in the oven for 10 minutes. Top with chopped cilantro and serve immediately with fresh fruit.
Feb 13
Mardi Gras Love At First Bite
Today is Mardi Gras. Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day! We have something yummy for you to make in a snap whether you are indulging today and giving up chocolate for Lent tomorrow, or celebrating tomorrow on the “day of love”. Today is a good day to make these sweet treats. Give some to those you love. They will surely return the love once they get a bite of these! Read more
Feb 7
Updating An Old Favorite
Who doesn’t love a good Rice Krispie treat from time to time? Read more
Jan 26
Why Shrimp Turns Pink
Have you ever wondered why it is that uncooked shrimp is a grayish blue color, but when you cook it, the shrimp turns pink? Read more
Jan 25
Schnitzel With Noodles?
We watched the Sound of Music as a family the other night. It is always a treat, and in our family usually turns into a sing-a-long too. One of our favorite things is the scene where Maria sings to the Von Trapp children about what to do when things are bad or when you sad. She tells them through song “I simply remember my favorite things and then I don’t feel so bad!” What are those “favorite things?” Read more
Jan 23
The Real Fried Rice
When one thinks of fried rice it usually conjures up the thought of an Asian rice side dish with scallions, egg, perhaps some small bits of a meat of some kind and certainly soy sauce. It is quite tasty, but not the kind of fried rice we want to tell you about today. Read more
Jan 18
Keeping Winter Warm And Sweet
Perhaps nothing is more soothing and comforting on a cold day or night than a tasty cup of homemade hot cocoa. Read more
Jan 11
A Tasty Hedge Hog
If you’ve never tried making garlicky cheese bread, now is the time to start. This Hedge Hog Bread is DELICIOUS! Read more
Jan 5
Old Things Made New – Bread Pudding
It’s a new year. Time for new things. But sometimes the best “new” things come from “old” things. Read more
Dec 29
Old Favorites For The New Year
If you are planning a New Years Eve gathering or a get together for New Years Day, we have a list here of some old favorites that can help you ring in the New Year in a tasty way. Read more
Dec 15
Sweet Hanukkah – Matzo Toffee
Photography by Andrew Scrivani for The New York Times
We are right in the middle of Hanukkah. Every holiday needs something sweet. The New York Times, known for it’s food section and recipes, is offering a spin on a classic toffee recipe, substituting matzo for the usual saltine crackers, and adding a bit of zing with ginger! Read more
Dec 8
South Of The Border Brunch
The holidays are upon us and opportunities for get togethers to celebrate with family and friends are abundant. Though our holiday parties usually happen in the evenings, who says they have to be night time events. Why not have a brunch gathering instead? Read more
Dec 6
Popovers
Last week, when we gave our chums the recipe for one of our favorite Winter soups, Pasta e Fagipoli, we also promised to give you the recipe for the popovers that we served with the soup. Today we are making good on that promise 🙂 Read more
Nov 27
Soup’s On – Pasta e Fagioli
After all the “heavy” eating most of us have done since Thanksgiving and all weekend long with leftovers, it’s time for something a bit “lighter” and more simple. We think this soup is just the thing! Read more
Nov 22
Thanksgiving- The Supporting Cast
Turkey will be the star of the show on most tables around the country tomorrow. But we have some side dishes that make a great supporting cast! Read more
Nov 21
Marbled Sweet Potato Cheesecake
Thanksgiving is just two days away. If you are still deciding about dessert, we have a pretty delicious idea for you. This is a new twist on two old favorites…cheesecake and sweet potato pie! Read more
Nov 9
Food Matters
Anyone who has been around Two Chums for any length of time probably knows that we love good food. We think good food really matters, but for more than the obvious reason. Read more
Nov 6
Nov 3
Oct 31
Old Classic – New Twist
If you need a quick and yummy last minute treat for your Halloween celebration we’ve got just the thing for you. This is an old classic with a new twist. Read more
Oct 26
Souper Thursday – Black Bean Soup
Soup is one of those dishes that seems right anytime. Black Bean Soup is simple and hearty and really tasty too. This one you will make again and again 🙂 Read more
Oct 17
Salad Days – Bright And Beautiful
Salad doesn’t have to be bland and boring. This one is not only healthy and tasty, but bright and beautiful too! Read more
Sep 18
Cookies & Cream Cheesecake
This cheesecake, you may take notice, is two toned…chocolate and vanilla. Both chocolate and vanilla are enjoyable by themselves, yet together, these elements create an even sweeter and more satisfying experience than either of them could produce alone. Read more
Sep 7
Salad Days – Green Salad With Roasted Strawberries
Today we have yet another recipe for a delicious salad with strawberries used in a more unusual way….roasted. Read more
Sep 4
Labor Day -The End Of Summer
Here’s a great tip for your Labor Day BBQ…. Read more
Aug 28
Pretty, Pink and Sweet
Last week we told you we would be bringing you some yummy recipes using those plentiful strawberries you find in every grocery store right now. So today we have a great one for you. It’s so easy, so sweet and yummy and so pink. And as if that wasn’t enough, these delicious oversized meringues are gluten-free too! Read more
Aug 24
Sadie’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Crackers
I came home from a trip to the market recently, to find these yummy treats that my 11 year old granddaughter, Sadie had whipped up on her own while I was gone. ” What recipe did you use?”, I asked her. “The one I just made up!”, was her answer 🙂 Read more
Aug 17
Aug 16
Back to School Treats – Strawberry Rolls-Ups
As promised on Monday, throughout the next couple of weeks we will be sharing some yummy strawberry recipes that anyone can make and everyone can enjoy. This is our first installment on strawberry treats 🙂 Read more
Aug 14
Strawberries
All photos courtesy of Getty Images
They are colorful, juicy, sweet and one of the most iconic fruits of summer…strawberries. Over the next couple of weeks we will share with you some info and recipes for this delicious gift of summer. Today we will start with some fun facts about the strawberry 🙂 Read more
Aug 9
On Being A Gentleman
The world is full of boys and men. Gentlemen of any age are in shorter supply. Read more
Aug 4
Aunt Mary’s Lemon Vanilla Ice Cream
It’s hot! Want to keep cool and enjoy the cooling off too? We have just the thing you’re looking for right here 🙂 Read more
Jul 31
Lemony Blueberry Sorbet
If you love lemon, or blueberries, or both…you’re in for a treat today! Read more
Jul 20
Jul 18
Aunt Sandy’s Lemon Pie
This is a classic. If you like lemon meringue pie, you can’t do better than this one! For as long as we can remember our chum, Sandy, (who also happens to be Robin’s cousin), has been making the yummiest lemon meringue pie. Even people who don’t like lemon, or meringue, love this pie. So you can imagine what a hit it is with people who do like them! Read more
Jul 12
Summer Refreshment – Minted Watermelon Lemonade
As the dog days of summer come upon us, we can all use some tasty refreshment. And what could be better than some homemade Minted Watermelon Lemonade! Read more
Jul 10
Simple Chicken Sandwich
Sometimes the simplest things can be some of the best. This simple chicken and avocado sandwich is a perfect example! Read more
Jun 30
Made With Love – Sour Cream Cake
Earlier this week I returned home from a week long trip with my oldest daughter, Sara, and granddaughter, Sadie. When we arrived home from the airport there was a sweet surprise awaiting us…Sour Cream Cake 🙂 Read more
Jun 26
Making Food Fun
Summer is here and maybe you are looking for ways to get your little ones to try foods they don’t normally eat. Or maybe you have some really good eaters but you need some activities to keep little hands and minds busy so you don’t hear those awful words “I’m bored!” If that’s you, we’ve got some fun ideas for you today 🙂 Read more
Jun 20
Cousins and Cake
Who can argue that the first time a little one has “Happy Birthday” sung to them, or they have their first bite of birthday cake isn’t a sweet moment for everyone involved! And even if the party is a simple family affair, if it includes yummy cake, and cousins, the whole thing is sure to be a hit 🙂 Read more
Jun 16
Tomahawk Steak
As promised yesterday, here is our pick for a delicious way to celebrate Dad this Sunday 🙂 Read more
Jun 15
Father’s Day Dinner Menu
Sunday is the day we celebrate Dad! Making him yummy dinner may just be his favorite gift of all. We have a suggestion for making a flavorful meal he is sure to love:-) Read more
Jun 14
Smashed and Crispy
There is hardly any better way to describe these potatoes than smashed and crispy 🙂 Read more
Jun 8
Cheesy Spinach Maria
This is delicious anytime, but with Father’s Day less than 2 weeks away, this could be a great start to your dinner to honor Dad! Read more
Jun 1
Buttermilk Tea Cake
Buttermilk is a workhorse in the kitchen. Used in baked goods, salad dressings, dips and drinks, it makes everything you use it in taste better. This yummy Tea Cake is no exception. The tang of buttermilk gives this cake added flavor and tenderness. Read more
May 24
What To Eat
No matter where you are headed this summer for your vacation, you can find some delicious food. And we can help! Read more
May 23
A Twist On A Favorite
If there is one dessert that we have requests for again and again and again at events from birthdays to holidays it would have to be a Strawberry Meringue. This Strawberry Lemon Meringue, is a variation of that favorite dessert. Read more
May 16
Drippy Beef Sandwiches
The name of this dish says it all…well, almost all. These sandwiches are most certainly drippy, but what the name doesn’t tell you is that they aren’t just dripping with juice but also dripping with flavor 🙂 Read more
May 11
Mother’s Day Flowers
All mother’s love flowers…any kind of flowers. But flowers you can eat? All the better 🙂 Read more
May 5
An Oldie But Goodie With A Twist
This Magic Bar recipe has been around for decades. This is one of those recipes that once you’ve tried it you make it again and again. You just can’t go wrong with these Magic Bars. They are “magic” because they are simple to make, and simply yummy!
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May 3
Jeremy’s Orange Chicken
If you are asking yourself “Who is Jeremy and what is his Orange Chicken all about?”, the answer is simple. Jeremy is my 13 year old grandson and his Orange chicken is all about deliciousness! Read more
Apr 27
Ice Cream – Minty And Fresh
If you love the flavor of fresh mint, love chocolate and love ice cream, you are going to LOVE this easy and delicious mint chocolate chip ice cream! Read more
Apr 21
Dinner – Healthy and Delicious
Sometimes we make things for dinner that taste really good, but are not necessarily so good for us. Then there are those healthy meals that leave something to be desired with regard to taste. This one is both good and good for you! Read more
