Peggy's Home Cooking Blog March 2008 Archive

Touted as a wonder food in the 1950s, yogurt is low in fat and helps tenderize both meats and baked goods. Save money by making your own at home. The ... Read More

Boneless pork loin roast is studded with garlic and then marinated in a fresh garlic, ginger, onion, and honey mixture. The result is a wonderful gentle flavoring of garlic and ... Read More

Capers have long been a favorite in the Mediterranean region. The small, green herb buds lend a piquant sour and salty flavor to salads, dressings, sauces, vegetables and a variety ... Read More

Chicken soup may well be the ultimate comfort food. How does the Jewish penicillin theory as a cure for the common cold hold up in the scientific community? Find out ... Read More

Think about what to do with hard-boiled eggs, and the first thing that comes to mind is deviled eggs. Without question, deviled eggs are a universal favorite when it comes ... Read More

Believe it or not, there is an art to cooking eggs in the shell. Find out how to cook them perfectly to your tastes without that gray-green tinge or losing ... Read More

Lamb has a special connotation at the Easter dinner table. Learn how to choose the right lamb cut for your dish, then try one of the succulent lamb recipes including ... Read More

Hot Cross Buns are a traditional favorite for Lent and Good Friday before Easter, but they are enjoyable year-round. These yeast rolls are studded with currants or raisins and hazelnuts, ... Read More

Ham is the traditional main dish for Easter in many homes. If you have purchased a nice country ham, you will need to plan ahead since it takes a couple ... Read More

Acquaint yourself with the many different foods of Ireland to celebrate St. Patrick's Day or every day. Learn about traditional foods and dishes and experience the recipes, including Irish stew, ... Read More

What are the traditional ingredients of Irish stew and how has it evolved? Irish stew is a filling, flavorful peasant dish made with the cheapest, most readily-available ingredients, usually with ... Read More

Although corned beef did not originate in Ireland, it is inexorably linked with cabbage for St. Patrick's Day. Now is the best time to find corned beef on sale at ... Read More

Believe it or not, Corned Beef and Cabbage is not a traditional Irish recipe. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with hearty classic Irish recipes. The Irish food glossary explains traditional Irish ... Read More

The cabbage is an ancient vegetable which has a lot of interesting history and lore backing it up, including its use as a hangover remedy. It's also packed with vitamins, ... Read More

Asparagus used to be an expensive delicacy, reserved for royalty and rulers. Now the cost is down, and asparagus is available to all gourmands with rich palates. Find out ... Read More

Goodness in a thistle is what you will find within an artichoke. Learn how to prepare an artichoke for cooking, and try such tasty artichoke recipes as Artichoke Fritters, Crab ... Read More

Garnishes are usually overlooked in the everyday home meal, but they can make your food look as delicious as it tastes. For special meals and parties, garnishes are a must. ... Read More

Although they may be cheap, lentils are very nutritious, filling, and more importantly, arguably the most flavorful of all the legumes. They are also an excellent protein substitution for meats. ... Read More

Yukon Gold potatoes are considered truly versatile, good for baking, boiling, frying, and mashing. Their golden flesh and buttery, almost nutty flavor make a fabulous addition to any meal and ... Read More