Tag: Contest

July 2021 “In My Kitchen”
I believe I skipped the last couple of months of “In My Kitchen” and while I didn’t gain a lot of new gadgetry in the kitchen, I still wanted to check in and share. First, I was thrilled to announce on July 1st that I am a finalist in a Taste of Home cooking contest. …

Please vote for me!
I’m a finalist in a Taste of Home recipe contest. Please read on and VOTE for my ,Maple-Chai Pumpkin Muffins.

Chili Cook-Off, Part I
We’re starting to tweak some recipes for a chili cook off. This recipe is our first hope for bringing home the trophy.

Are you ready for some sexy? #TripleSBites
I know that everyone is ready for some football today, but prepare yourselves for #TripleSBites, some fantastic food and some fantastic giveaways.

12 Days of Cookie Contest Update
I won!

Mixed Citrus Green Salad and a Trip to Birmingham
I’m ending my OCD recipe contest rant by highlighting my biggest prize and honor—my first and only cook-off, Cooking Light’s “Ultimate Reader’s Contest,” 2009. I entered twenty-six recipes, everything from Chipotle Chicken Salad to Healthier Hoppin’ John. I was totally unprepared with what the editors picked: Mixed Citrus Green Salad. A salad? How the heck…

My final “Best Burger” installment (at least for now)
“Poblanocado” Burgers with Jicama-Radish Salad and Lime-Chipotle Vinaigrette. This was my best hope for winning in 2009! Foiled again!
Another Best Burger Recipe
Another recipe that didn’t win…but, it sure is tasty: Brat Burgers with “Dunkelized” Onions

Best Burger Contests
OCD—I am a recovering food contest fanatic.

We’re a winner!!!!!!!
Cooks the Books Club announces the winner. It is me!