My brother Floyd drinks at least one beer every day.  He drinks beer because he is a humanitarian.  Drinking beer is how he contributes to the world; he is saving water for the rest of us. I am thanking my brother today for his charitable contributions. UNCLE FLOYD BEER BREAD 3 cups self-rising flour,  1/4…

Beets are a sweet tasting winter vegetable, they are in in season in December.  Beets are good for you, and they are an excellent source of many vitamins and minerals.  According to Foodlife.com, there are Eight Healthy Reasons to Eat Beets.  The eight reasons are as follows:  1.  weight loss; 2.  brain and energy boost; 3.  nature’s Viagra; 4….

Eggplant is high in fiber and low in calories.  According to organicfacts.net, eggplant helps build strong bones, reduces the symptom side effects of anemia, and increases cognition.  Eggplant can also help you regulate your bowel movements and can lower your risk of heart disease. If you wonder why I call this dish Pacoima Fried Eggplant…

It also refers this famous song to as the Dance of the Mirliton or Marzipan. This section is from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite.  In The Nutcracker’s 2nd act, Tchaikovsky throws in a tune about mirliton’s along with an assortment of hot drinks, Russian dancers, and a bunch of flowers. Mirliton (pronounced mella-ton) is a squash native to Mexico. In Mexico,…

I woke up this morning wanting waffles; I didn’t feel like frying chicken wings, so I had to think of something else to bring the magic.   Found a cup of semi-sweet dark chocolate.  You’re right. I am having DARK CHOCOLATE BUCKWHEAT BELGIUM WAFFLES.  Dark chocolate is a good mood elevator, and it tastes good. DARK…

OATMEAL COFFEE CAKE 1 cup quick oatmeal, 1/2 cup boiling water, 1 stick salted butter, softened, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract,  1/4 teaspoon almond extract, 1 cup brown sugar, packed, 1 cup white sugar, 2 eggs, beaten, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon,  3/4 teaspoon ground mace, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 1 1/2 cups cake…

Today I am fixing a traditional southern Louisiana dish, Eggplant Dressing.  I love eggplant taste, and I was surprised and pleased to learn their many health benefits.  Eggplant is high and rich in a chemical called phytonutrients.  This chemical increases blood flow, which increases your energy and oxygen level.  Increased energy and oxygen translates to…

ANYONE INTERESTED IN HOOKING UP WITH THAT PERFECT MAN? This is a food blog, so a perfect Man is a perfect Manicotti dish. 16 manicotti pasta shells, 8 eggs, 1 1/2 cup self-rising flour, 1/2 cup evaporated milk, 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1/2  pound bulk Italian turkey sausage, 1/2 pound ground chicken, 1 pound cottage cheese,…

The Po Boy is a submarine type sandwich coined and created in New Orleans by Benny and Clovis Martin; both were former streetcar conductors. According to the New Orleans Times-Picayune newspaper, there were approximately 1,800 striking streetcar drivers in 1929.  The Martin brothers gave the sandwiches to the striking men for free. The sandwiches they…

With this pandemic, we all are facing challenges.  I am challenged; my blessings outweigh the challenges!   Lord, let me live my life according to 1 John 3:18:  The gist of this is passage actions speak louder than words.  My actions determine my love for you.  Love is a verb.  Father God, help me show my…

MY MAMMAS CRACKLING BREAD This is Essie Mae’s recipe. It’s cold outside, and I have a pot of Great Northern Beans on the stove. These beans demand crackling bread! 2 cups yellow cornmeal, 1/2 cup flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/8 cup shortening, 1 1/2 cup pork cracklings,…

PEANUT BUTTER STUFFED FRENCH TOAST 8 tablespoons creamy peanut butter, 4 tablespoons strawberries preserves, 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup whole milk, 4 slices Texas toast, 4 tablespoons salted butter, 1/4 cup  fresh strawberries, 3 1/2 tablespoons powdered sugar.   Get out a cutting board, slice the strawberries, set them aside.  Get out a bowl, add…