Road Foodie: Tomato Time
July 25, 2017
One of my favorite things about summer is homegrown tomatoes, especially super-sweet cherry tomatoes. Homegrown tomatoes really taste different — sweeter, with more vibrant, tomatoey flavor notes — than the varieties found in the produce aisle at the grocery store. Tomatoes are easy to grow... Read more »
Road Foodie: Pecan Pralines, Please
July 20, 2017
When summer heats up, nobody wants to bake, but your sweet tooth may still crave a sugary treat. That’s where pecan pralines come in. This Southern candy/cookie doesn’t require heating your home or RV oven. It’s quick to make on the stovetop and its melt-in-your-mouth goodness will make you a favorite... Read more »
Celebrate the ‘Stinking Rose’
By Bobbie Hasselbring
May 22, 2017
Garlic is one of my favorite seasonings, second only to salt. I realized how much I use garlic when we recently hosted a friend who is severely allergic to both garlic and onion. I practically had to relearn to cook! I love garlic’s versatility. I cut off the top of an entire head and pour on... Read more »
Road Foodie: Welcome to Pearadise
By Bobbie Hasselbring
March 28, 2017
There are times of the year when berries, cherries, peaches and other fresh fruits are readily available. April isn’t necessarily one of those months, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy fabulous fruit desserts. That’s where dried fruits come in, and dried pears are one of the... Read more »
Road Foodie: Lighten Up with Lemons
By Bobbie Hasselbring
February 28, 2017
The holidays are behind us and, if you’re like me, all those sweets, cocktails and high-calorie foods have left you bloated, out of sorts and a little heavier than you’d like. My suggestion? Lighten up with lemons. Lemons aren’t a slim-down magic bullet, but they’re a terrific way to add... Read more »
Road Foodie: Hammond’s and Holiday Peppermint Bark
By Bobbie Hasselbring
November 28, 2016
Candy comes to mind at this sweet time of year, and no one does holiday treats better than Hammond’s Candies (www.hammondscandies.com), an old-time candy maker in Denver, Colorado, that’s been hand-making candy for more than 90 years. You’ve likely seen the company’s handcrafted candy... Read more »
Road Foodie: Baldwin Saloon and Brussels Sprouts
By Bobbie Hasselbring
October 25, 2016
I love eating at a place with a sense of history, and the Baldwin Saloon in The Dalles, located in Oregon’s beautiful Columbia River Gorge, certainly fits the bill. The Baldwin began its good-food tradition in 1876, when brothers James and John Baldwin ran a restaurant and saloon. With its location... Read more »
Road Foodie: Passionate for Pumpkins
By Bobbie Hasselbring
October 6, 2016
Pumpkins may be the Charlie Brown of vegetables. They’re largely ignored all year, until October or November. Then we carve them, smash them or even use them as projectiles. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, most of the nearly 2 billion pounds of pumpkin grown in the U.S. end... Read more »
Hmmm … Hummus
By Bobbie Hasselbring
July 20, 2016
The “other” dip, this chickpea concoction is an ancient, healthy food Whether you’re traveling the roads or kicking back at home, summer is a time to enjoy light fare like salads, appetizers and dips with chips and veggies. I’m especially a fan of dips, but many are loaded with... Read more »
Road Foodie: The Egg & I
By Bobbie Hasselbring
April 27, 2016
I’m in love with eggs. They’re versatile, quick and easy to prepare, and low in calories. You’re probably thinking, “Aren’t eggs full of cholesterol and bad for the heart?” Like a lot of health advice, in recent years cautions against eggs have faded. WebMD states: “After 25 years... Read more »
