Category Archive: cooking tips

May 08 2013

Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop 87

Its time for Thursday Favorite Things! I’m happy to have Paige from  Eco Mom as my co host this week  The Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop is where you can link your favorite post or write a post about your favorite things and share it with old and new followers. You gain visibility for your …

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Feb 27 2013

Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop 77

It’s Time For Thursday Favorite Things ♥ I’m happy to have Rea from Home for 4 Sweet Home  as my co host this week Please share the hop with your readers and please let me know if you would like to co-host. I love to have a co-host every week. I do my best to visit all …

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Feb 25 2013

Shining the light on some yummy recipes

Ah a new week ahead, so many possibilities await us all. For the past few days I have been sequestered in my art room. I have been working diligently on a big order for a hotel. They bought several of my embroidered do not disturb signs from my shop. My hubby went on an ice …

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Feb 18 2013

Steamed Alaskan King Crab

We postponed our valentines dinner until Friday night. We made  sauteed shrimp ( I’ve shared that recipe with you before) and then we made some fabulous steamed crab legs for our main course. It was delish. But, it’s not much of a recipe to share with you today. So I thought I’d give you a …

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Oct 16 2012

Tea Time

tea kettle katherines copy

It’s Tid Bit Tuesday and today’s share is probably already known by some of you. I drink tea. I think it’s in my blood. Being from England, we start drinking tea when we are quite young ( usually with lots of milk). I now drink decaffeinated tea ( Doctors orders). But it is tea just without …

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Oct 08 2012

Laid Up

take out containers

Interesting term laid up, does that mean I was sitting up or laying down? Either way I spent the majority of the weekend laying on the couch with a heating pad. I hurt my back, and well, it’s a real pain. Pun intended. Why am I sharing this little tid bit when it’s not tid …

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Oct 01 2012

Baked Eggplant and Peppers

The weather here still shows no sign of Autumn temperatures. Our garden is flourishing with fresh eggplant, zucchini, carrots, onions and peppers. Even the tomato bushes are full ( perfect for fresh salsa)I thought I would spare you another zucchini recipe and instead share this simple and delicious eggplant dish. I make this for just …

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Sep 21 2012

Pumpkin Time

The change of seasons has most of us thinking of seasonal decor and seasonal foods. One of the most popular veggies in autumn is the pumpkin. We decorate with them, carve them, paint them, bling them and most of all we eat them. We eat them in pies(my recipe is Click HERE )and in cookies mostly. But, …

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Aug 27 2012

Meals On Monday,Chocolate

fresh salsa

It’s time for meals on Monday, I hope you had a happy weekend. Last week I featured some yumminess from the blog hop. I thought I would do the same thing this week. We did make some some yummy fresh salsa this weekend though and you can find the recipe in my recipe section under vegetable recipes. …

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Aug 24 2012

Fixing Cooking Mistakes

veggie soup

You all know how much I love to cook, and well, eat. But, I make mistakes in the kitchen all of the time when trying out new things. Even when making tried and true recipes. I hope these tips are useful to you. Fix Watery Soup- If your soup is to thin (watery) mix a …

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Jul 09 2012

Meals On Monday Did Someone Say Zucchini

Zucchini, did someone say zucchini? Yes. We have plenty. Our garden is producing quicker than I can cook it. We have baskets full, bowls full and a fridge full. I heard someone say once .”when zucchini season arrives don’t leave your car unlocked” Because you will surely  find it filled with zucchini . We have …

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May 28 2012

Meatless Monday Memorial Day Recipe

As we remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Please join me in prayer as we ask our Lord to hold our service men and women in His strong arms. To cover them with His sheltering grace and presence as they stand in the gap for our protection.   May all …

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Apr 23 2012

Meals On Monday Eggplant Fries or Zucchini Fries

It’s Meals on Monday and it’s meatless today! You are going to love this simple recipe. I make it with eggplant (or zucchini.) So I hope you will try both ways. Enjoy! What You Need 1 Eggplant ( or you can use 4 small or two large zucchini) 1 Cup flour 1 Cup Italian bread …

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Mar 05 2012

Meals On Monday Pasta Parmesan

I often notice that the simplest meals are the best ones. This is one of our favorites. It is an easy “go to” recipe for lunch, a side dish, or in our case, a complete meal with a little crusty bread. What You Need 8 oz. Pasta (Linguine, spaghetti or fettuccini) 1 Clove garlic (minced) …

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Feb 27 2012

Meals On Monday, Breakfast Biscuits

Yesterday we decided we wanted a little something different for breakfast and we decided on breakfast biscuits . This is an easy recipe with only a few ingredients.   What You Need 2 Cups flour (plus more for dusting rolling pin and surface) 1 Tbsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. Salt 1 tsp. Sugar (or sugar …

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Jan 16 2012

Meals On Monday Cream Of Potato Soup

This is a wonderful and delish comfort food and its perfect for cold weather. It is a meatless Monday at Katherines Corner today, Be sure to read my tid bits at the bottom for alternatives too!       What You Need 4 Large potatoes (cleaned, peeled and cubed) 3 Stalks celery (finely chopped) ¼ …

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Jan 09 2012

Meals On Monday, Ham and Sage Noodles

I’ve given it a lot of thought and I have  decided to morph Meatless Monday into Meals on Monday. You can always count on me to share veggie recipes and delish dessert recipes . But now I  will share  a variety of poultry, pork , seafood and occasionally beef recipes on Monday too. I hope you …

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Jan 02 2012

Meatless Monday is Back with Katies Stuffed Zucchini

Meatless Monday is back! Today I’m sharing my stuffed zucchini recipe, enjoy.       What You’ll Need 2 Medium zucchini (about 1 lb) 2 Tbsp butter 1 Clove garlic (minced) 2 Tbsp white onion (chopped) 2 Cups soft bread cut into small cubes your choice of bread (white or sour dough is great) 1/2 …

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Dec 05 2011

Seasons Eatings Thumbprint Cookies

Continuing my seasons eatings recipes this week I’m sharing a long time favorite, thumbprint cookies. They remind me of my childhood, I used to make these with my Mother at the holidays.  Did you still make cookies you used to make as a child?            What You Need 1 1/4 cups …

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Nov 21 2011

Meatless Monday Pumpkin Bread

pumpkin bread

You are going to start seeing a whole lot of holiday themed foods here over the next few weeks. Meatless Monday may just turn into recipe Monday for a little while. I hope you like this pumpkin bread recipe. You can make one loaf for now and one loaf for Thanksgiving.       What …

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Nov 14 2011

Meatless Monday Ginger Nut Cookies

I have always loved the taste of ginger. I like recipes using ginger.These cookies are delish and ginger is what makes them so good. Oh and nuts of course!   Do you have a favorite ginger recipe?. What You Need 1/2 Cup self-rising flour 1/2 Cup pistachio nuts ( shelled) 1/2 Cup crystallized ginger 2 Eggs …

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Nov 04 2011

Eggs To Go

I have always loved breakfast.I’ve even blogged about my morning yummies. But sometimes I am a bit rushed and it’s hard to make a nice breakfast. Now with my new job, did I mention I have a new job? My early mornings(4-6 am) are filled with time here at Katherines Corner, my online shops and …

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Oct 24 2011

Meatless Monday Pumpkin Soup

Pumpkin soup seemed like the perfect Meatless Monday food this week. Welcome to Autumn.it’s time for soup. Do you have a  favorite autumn soup?     What You Need 1 Can (15 oz.) pumpkin puree ¾ Cup Onion (shredded) 1 Tbsp. olive oil 1 Tbsp. butter (unsalted) Large can (32 oz.) vegetable broth 1/4 Cup …

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Oct 17 2011

Meatless Monday Spider Web Apples

Call the dentist I made caramel apples for our grandchildren! I love being a Grandma! I made these fun and very messy apples the other night. Our grandchildren ate them in slices and only a little at a time, so I’m not feeling to bad about it…. I thought I’d share it all with you …

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Oct 11 2011

Recipe Cream Of Stinky Soup

Oops sorry I didn’t post yesterday! Today’s meatless Monday recipe is brought to you by Tuesday. I know it has a crazy name. You can call it cream of broccoli soup. But don’t you think the name cream of stinky is more fun? This is my daughter’s favorite soup. Enjoy!       What You …

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Oct 03 2011

Meatless Monday Recipe Candy Bar Cake

Did someone say chocolate? What You Need For The Cake 3 1/2 cups flour 1 Tbsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 2 Cups  chocolate candy bars (finely chopped) Go crazy pick your favorite! 1 Cup butter (softened) 1 1/2 Cups sugar 4 Large eggs (separated) 2 tsp Vanilla extract 1 1/4 Cups milk ( not …

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Sep 27 2011

Tomatoes and Peppers What To Do

Before I get started with today’s post.  I wanted to mention the change in the comments section. You all know how much I love your comments.Love them!! I try and reply to them all here at Katherines Corner ( sometimes I fall behind) . But the other day I had over 300 and I was …

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Sep 12 2011

Meatless Monday Bowtied Spinach

We love pasta!!! I found this recipe in my recipe box. You can go without the bacon or prosciutto in this dish to make it meatless. Enjoy this yummy and eazy peazy recipe for today’s meatless Monday.       What You Need 3/4 Cup cashew nuts ( optional) 3/4 Cup raisins ( any or …

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Sep 02 2011

Lemon, One Squeeze Or Two

bowl of rice

I love to share fun new uses for things. I have  mentioned vinegar and olive oil in the past. But lemons are handy for more than the rim of your favorite ice tea. Side note I bought these wood bowls for only $2.00 each at Tuesday morning.             Did you …

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Aug 29 2011

Meatless Monday Katies Super Secret Zucchini Bread

Hello sweet bloggy friends.  We have had an abundance of zucchini from our garden lately. We have had it grilled, sauteed, raw,baked, stir fried and now in my super secret zucchini bread. That’s right friends, I’m sharing my secret low sugar recipe with you today, Enjoy!   What You’ll Need 1 ½ Cups all purpose  …

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