Guess Who’s Back
I hope that everyone has had a wonderful start to the year. I have missed writing here for the last six months. Since my “Word of the Year” for 2023 is ENJOY, I have decided to write here when I … Read More
Recipes
Goodbye Mom in the City (Plus What’s Next)
Last month was a blur…in a good way. My oldest son Michael graduated from Townsend Harris High School and is all registered for his fall college classes. Where did the time go?! Michael is moving forward and so am I. … Read More
Pairing Cheese with Food and Wine
Today is National Cheese Day. The celebration reminded me of a cheese-themed event that I attended about a decade ago. That is why I’m resharing this post about cheese pairings – the best way to pair cheese with various foods … Read More
Mom in the City’s Easter Round-Up (Easy Recipes, Crafts + More)
Easter is this upcoming Sunday, April 17th. I’m excited to actually be able to attend an in-person church service this year. I normally have an Easter brunch at my home after service where I invite several people. This year, we … Read More
Best Recipe for Quiche Lorraine (That Is Easy to Make)
I have been to several brunches and events where various quiche dishes have been served. When I was thinking of an easy one-dish meal that “my guys” could make for Mother’s Day in the past, I came up with what … Read More
Healthy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Chips (Crispy, Homemade Fries)
Last month, one of the men in my Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners Facebook page asked how to cook chips in an air fryer. I shared how I made some delicious air fryer sweet potato chips. I want to give … Read More
Simple Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers Dinner
I am constantly on the lookout for dinners that are quick and easy to prepare. For the last couple of months, I have been preparing a sheet pan sausage and peppers (with onions) dish that fits the bill. Since I … Read More
Easy “Fall off the Bone” Slow-Baked St. Louis Style Ribs
I realized I have recipes for cooking ribs in a slow cooker and air fryer ribs on this site. Since everyone doesn’t have those appliances, I’m sharing an easy oven-baked St. Louis style ribs recipe today. “Low(ish) and Slow(ish)” I … Read More
Easy Crock Pot Shepherd’s Pie Recipe to Make This St. Patrick’s Day
I wanted to make corned beef and cabbage for St. Patrick’s Day 2021. My family had different plans though so I ended up making a crock pot shepherd’s pie recipe instead. Don’t worry if you don’t have a slow cooker. … Read More
Ground Beef and Andouille Sausage Chili (Easy Dutch Oven Recipe)
Chili is one of my favorite dishes during the cold weather months. A while ago, my family enjoyed a ground beef and andouille sausage chili that a friend had brought to a potluck dinner. Last month, I started to make … Read More