Two articles I wrote for Pur Water have just been published. As you might have guessed, the main topic is WATER. First and foremost, as we all hopefully know by now, drinking plenty of water is crucial for a healthy existence. But, have you ever thought about the importance of water in the baking and cooking process? To check out my latest article over on the Pur website where I provide an overview of the role water plays in the kitchen, click here! My second article transports you to the dimly-lit relaxation room of … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2015
Vegetable-Packed Winter Comfort Soup
February 25, 2015 By 2 Comments
Back by popular demand, we're thrilled to have Serena, aka Seriously Soupy! Serena started creating soups as a creative outlet for herself after her first daughter was born, which combined her passion for cooking with an interest in learning more about soups and soup making. She has given soup tours and taught soup classes and has a catalog of over 100 homemade soups. Twice a month you can find her here, at My Judy the Foodie, sharing her culinary wisdom and helping to demystify the world of soup. Here's what Serena has to say about her … [Read more...]
Artichoke Squares
February 23, 2015 By 1 Comment
Last night I went to an Oscars viewing party and needed to bring a appetizer, one that appeals masses - kids and adults alike. I turned to Mom's no-fail Artichoke Squares because they're tasty and filling and easy to make. My kids prepared the entire dish- -from the chopping to the mixing to the baking. And, the finished product is quite flavorful, almost like an artichoke egg quiche. We added an additional 10 minutes to Mom's cook time and decided that next time around we would definitely sprinkle breadcrumbs over top the mixture … [Read more...]
Chocolate Chip Meringue Cookies
February 19, 2015 By 4 Comments
I had a craving to make Mom’s Meringue Cookies. Maybe that’s because the landscape in the northeast resembles the white colorless batter—thanks to the blast of arctic weather we’ve had the past few weeks. As I watched the electric mixer beat the egg whites and sugar into stiff peaks, I envisioned the mounds of icy snow that still hug every street corner (days after the last snow storm). In just five minutes, I had a mixing bowl filled with the purest looking batter I’ve ever seen. I love the crispy exterior and hollow interior … [Read more...]
