Category Archives: Stories

The Life and Times of a Wee Kitchen Garden Shed – A Story of Love, Forgetfulness and Found Purpose

Posted on May 21, 2013 by P~

                  This isn’t the step-by-step account of a Do-It-Yourself project; rather, it is a story of love, thoughtfulness, forgetfulness, and how a poor, pitiful, Pie Safe found its purpose in life.  

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Adventures of a Wee Kitchen Gardener

Posted on May 15, 2013 by P~

I have waited nearly twenty years to plant a garden in this very spot; I finally have the chance and the time; I’ll be taking you along on my gardening adventures. I’ve decided to call my garden (because I am … Continue reading →

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Banana Macadamia Nut Muffins with a Streusel Top

Posted on April 6, 2013 by P~

Banana Macadamia Nut Muffins with a Streusel Top…oh, how I love thee. Not only are these muffins divine, they have a sentimental history for me.

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Bagels and Lox Deviled Eggs – Minus the Bagels

Posted on January 6, 2013 by P~

These deviled eggs combine most of the wonderful ingredients on a Bagels and Lox Platter, minus the bagels. Tucked into the egg yolks are brine-cured and beautiful pinkish-orange salmon, red onions and capers. The yolk is dressed with a bit … Continue reading →

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Split Pea with Ham Soup

Posted on December 8, 2012 by P~

Split Pea with Ham Soup is one of my all-time favourites. This soup is filled with deliciousness and is ready quickly! It is the perfect answer to “What’s for dinner?” And…it’s even better warmed up for lunch the next day. … Continue reading →

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Low Country Oyster Casserole

Posted on December 7, 2012 by P~

Oyster Casserole is an absolute-must-have in the Saucy household for the holidays; it is that important on the holiday foods line-up. Additionally, it may very well be the single dish that sealed the deal and convinced Mr. Saucy to propose marriage all … Continue reading →

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Kentucky Beer Cheese

Posted on November 15, 2012 by P~

Are you looking for a quick dip that works with vegetables and crackers and pretzels and chips? This is it! Beer Cheese! 

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Shrimp Bacon Spinach Tomato Linguine in Wine Cream Sauce

Posted on August 17, 2012 by P~

    I decided to make a garlicy shrimp pasta the other night, but the dish sort of morphed into something other than the scampy-like dish I’d originally envisioned. Instead, this is what I came up with for our dinner. … Continue reading →

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Coq au Vin – A Tribute to Julia Child’s 100th Birthday

Posted on August 9, 2012 by P~

Julia Child is one of my culinary icons. In honor of what would have been Julia’s 100th birthday, on August 15, I have made her recipe for Coq au Vin. This post is dedicated to an amazing woman, lover of … Continue reading →

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Boiled Peanut Spaghetti?

Posted on June 14, 2012 by P~

Some stories just scream to be told; this one does. So, a quote to start it off seems quite the fitting beginning:  ”A man’s palate can, in time, become accustomed to anything.” Napoleon Bonaparte  

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