In the Kitchen

Celebrate National Egg Month

Centuries of human civilization can’t be wrong. Eggs are one of nature’s most basic foods, with vast appeal. Historians say that eating eggs dates at least as far back as 1400 B.C.,… Keep reading

Milk Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake with Marshmallow-Crème Fraîche Ice Cream

I adore strawberry shortcake; it’s a comforting dessert my mom always made when I was growing up.  Her version of this classic treat consisted of yellow cake, sliced strawberries and fresh whipped… Keep reading

Bacon Gruyère Quiche Tartlets

These days more and more people are headed back into their kitchens to create delicious meals for their loved ones. However this feat can be easier said than done when there are… Keep reading

White Chocolate Macadamia Brownies

Sometimes I think I go overboard when it comes to recipes.  Sometimes I’ll add twenty unnecessary ingredients.  Sometimes I’ll add way too many steps to a recipe.  Other times I’ll add strange… Keep reading

Enjoying Eggs in Ecuador

Last December I visited a World Heritage City in Ecuador, called Cuenca.  I had read that Ecuador is especially interesting, with its mountains, colonial cities, multicolored native markets and Incan legacy.  For… Keep reading

No-Mayo Curry Egg Salad

Do you prefer more egg to mayo ratio in your egg salad? I don’t know about you, but egg salad drenched in mayonnaise makes me a little squeamish. I’ve devised a way… Keep reading

Green Eggs and Ham Popovers

Safest Choice is proud to share the following guest post written by Cheri Liefeld of the Adventures in the Kitchen blog. Cheri shares recipes and writes on family meals, entertaining and giving… Keep reading

Corn Pudding with Hatch Chiles

Part Mexican-style spoonbread, part sweet cornbread, this creamy corn pudding is corn comfort at its best and a delicious accompaniment to any main dish protein – imagine it served alongside roast chicken,… Keep reading

Parisian Macarons: Adorable Sweets for your Sweetie

The Parisian Macaron has developed quite the reputation of being a finicky pastry for home cooks. But fear not mes amis, for I have found that with a bit of patience and… Keep reading