Wee Cook Wednesdays - Life on the Road Less Traveled

November 5, 2008

Wee Cook Wednesday: Best-Ever Brownies

This recipe seemed particularly apt today … Those of us (myself among them) who are feeling down about last night, well the chocolate will boost that endorphin level! And Governor Palin, if you’re reading this, know that this is one mother who still thinks you’re extraordinary, and if I had to do it all again I’d STILL vote for you! I have a hard time finding the right words — it’s just too sad — so I’ll turn you to this lovely tribe I found, courtesy of Sarah Reinhard, by Carter Clews at GetLiberty.com. This morning at “Aussie Coffee Shop,” Therese also offers some consoling […]

October 29, 2008

Wee Cook Wednesday: Chicken Divan (“Chicken Stuff”)

When I was in junior high, I was into what could best be called “experimental cooking.” I eschewed cookbooks, preferring to mix and match whatever was in the cupboard to put dinner together. One of my concoctions (the precise ingredient list I’ll spare you here) involved pork chops, curry, apple sauce, and brown rice. Dad took one bite, then turned to me and said, “Someday, my dear, your husband is going to have to thank me for this … Thanks to you, I have a cast iron stomach!” Eventually — when my father’s caustic commentary finally got through to me — I turned to my […]