Ice Cream History

  Legends and Myths of Ices and Ice Cream History     Generally speaking, a fictional story or an incredible tale, in lieu of evidence, that is passed from one … Continued

Blue ceramic bowl of 15 Bean Soup with ham and sausage, a spoonful of soup hovering over the bowl for the first bite.

15 Bean Soup with Ham and Sausage Recipe

Stove Top Method – Slow Cooker Method – Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Method This 15 Bean Soup with Ham and Sausage is a hearty and delicious recipe that makes great use … Continued

Corn On The Cob

About Corn – Corn On The Cob

How To Boil Corn On The Cob Boiling is the quickest, easiest, and tastiest way to prepare fresh corn.  Too many people do not know how to correctly boil fresh … Continued

Absinthe - the "Green Fairy"

Absinthe – the “Green Fairy” Returns

The Revival of the “Green Fairy” Are you familiar with Absinthe – the “Green Fairy”?  A now legalized liquor that has long been rumored to cause madness.  No other drink has … Continued

Absolute Best Chocolate Chip Cookie

Absolute Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

These are the Absolute Best Chocolate Chip Cookies!  The addition of powdered rolled oats makes these exceptional chocolate chip cookies.  This will definitely become your favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe! … Continued

Afternoon and High Tea History

Afternoon and High Tea History

  History of High Tea – History English Afternoon Tea – Tea Etiquette Find out where some of the longest lasting tea traditions originated from in Afternoon Tea History. High … Continued

Agave Nectar

Agave Nectar

Agave (pronounced ah-GAH-vay) nectar is a syrup made from the agave plant.  It has become popular in recent years as people look for healthier alternatives to white sugar.  Called agave, … Continued

Akutaq – Eskimo Ice Cream History and Recipes

The native people (Indigenous People) of Alaska have a distinct version of ice cream called Akutaq (also known as Eskimo Ice Cream).  It is not creamy ice cream as we … Continued

Almonds History and Recipes

Almonds History and Recipes

Tea Travels!™ – Almonds and How To Use Them Recipes and Photos by Ellen Easton 2020  – All Rights Reserved Reva Paul’s Hand Decorated Almond and Almond Cup Check out … Continued

Angel Food Cake History

Angel Food Cake History

  Angel Food cake is thought to be a takeoff of the Sponge Cake, Cornstarch Cake, Silver Cake, and/or Snow-drift Cake.  There are several theories on who originated this Angel … Continued

Appalachian Soup Beans - Pinto Bean Soup

Appalachian Soup Beans Recipe and History

Appalachian Soup Beans Recipe and History (aka Pinto Bean Soup) Stove top – Slow Cooker – Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Instructions In the cold winter months, you can find an inviting … Continued

Apple Pie History

Check out my family’s favorite apple pie recipe, Mom’s Apple Pie.   Apple pies or tarts have shown up, in one form or another, since the Middle Ages. 1381 – … Continued

History and Legends of Apples

Apples – History and Legends of Apples

  What are cooking apples? A cooking apple is an apple that is used primarily for cooking rather than eating.  While there’s no harm to using an eating apple in … Continued

Artichokes

Artichokes History

Photo courtesy of The California Artichoke Advisory Board (CAAB)   The globe artichoke (Cynara scolymus), also called “French artichoke” and “green artichoke,” derives its common name from the northern Italian … Continued

Authentic Hawaiian Potato Macaroni Salad

Authentic Hawaiian Potato Macaroni Salad Recipe (Potato Mac Salad)

Authentic Hawaiian Potato Macaroni Salad Recipe a.k.a. “Potato Mac Salad” Potato Macaroni salad, also known as “potato mac salad” is a popular side dish served in plate lunches all over … Continued