Lavender blackberry ice cubes will brighten any summer drink. Fresh lavender and blackberries make this recipe smoothie worthy. Use an ice mold and the rich berry color will add a new dimension to your punch bowl. With fresh lavender from The Fresh Herb Company in Boulder County, Colorado Mama Caruso and Chet Anderson talked about […]
When the lavender is fresh it will send any dish out of this world and this lavender lemon goat cheese is no exception. With fresh lavender from The Fresh Herb Company in Boulder County, Colorado Mama Caruso and Chet Anderson whipped up this recipe right on the farm with the field of lavender in the […]
What makes rice Brazilian style? Well it takes a Brazilian Rotary Exchange student sharing her mother’s secrets for cooking a traditional Brazilian comfort food during an episode of Mama Caruso Cooks Hacks and Tips Brazilian Comfort Food. Thank you Nati and Nati’s mom for a great easy recipe that is sure to elevate any rice recipe. […]
Whether you are planning a day picnic or an extended outing, the staples you pack in your picnic pantry will give you the most food flexibility. This checklist from Mama Caruso Cooks includes some basic pantry supplies for your picnicking enjoyment: Basic Picnic Pantry Collapsible table Table cloth 2 cutting boards 2 knives 2 plastic […]
Warm-up by roasting walnuts Nothing warms up a kitchen in the cold winter than having the oven on and something cooking. Not only does the heat permeate through the kitchen, but the lovely smells of whatever you are cooking draws your friends and family into your kitchen. Roasting walnuts helps to release the natural oils […]
Mama Caruso is cooking live! Cooking Tips and Hacks: Measure Much? What is a pinch of salt? Or a sprinkle of sugar? The great thing about cooking is that both of these ingredients, salt and sugar, can be adjusted to match the palate of those eating. Finding just the right amount takes practice and should […]
Warming nuts brings out the natural oils. Toasted pecans are delicious and nutty and add a deeper dimension to any dish. Whether you serve them right out of the oven warm or chopped on top of a salad – your guests will notice the difference and you will be a rock star in your own […]
