I don’t know why I feel the need to participate in every food meme I can find, but for whatever reason - I do. I enjoy it.
So here is another one, all set and ready to go for today!
What’s your #1 comfort food?
It really depends on the mood I am in. Usually chocolate cake or cookies. But sometimes an actual “meal” will comfort me - then its subs.
If you were on a deserted island, what one food would you want to have with you?
My wish would be that the island would have a ton of resources for fresh fruit. That would make me smile. If not, then I’m back to the sub sandwich thing.
What is/are your signature dishes? (What dishes are you ‘known’ for?)
Texas Sheet Cake and Hash Brown Casserole. Weird combination, but these are the two things that I am asked to bring often by name. Not just “that huge chocolate cake thing your make”.
It’s Friday night, you don’t know what to cook. You opt for…
I actually don’t have this happen too often because I meal plan, so dinner would already be thought out. But if not, we often grab a Papa Murphy’s pizza.
What’s your biggest weakness when it comes to food?
Baked goods. Donuts, Cupcakes, Cakes, Pies - anything sweet and baked.
What food can you absolutely not eat?
Well, I’m going to say Brussels Sprouts. I have tried and tried them in a variety of ways and I just cannot do it. Also nothing that stems from body parts of an animal that might not “normally” be consumed.
You need a drink. You grab a…
Depends on the time of day. If I need a drink in the A.M. it’s coffee no question. Usually the rest of the day is a mixture of iced tea and water bottles.
What’s the most decadent dish you’ve had?
I’m not actually sure. I can remember eating some totally “I want to die, I think I found heaven, what the hell IS this” chocolate cheesecake a long time ago. It had a cinnamon edge and while I have a recipe that is sinfully delicious and close, it just doesn’t measure up to that thing I ate years ago.
What’s your favorite type of food?
Seafood and Italian.
Favorite dish?
Honestly, I do not have a favorite meal. I like the ease of casseroles and one pot meals and those tend to taste the best to me.
If your partner could take you to any restaurant you wanted, which one would it be?
This is so silly, and I’ve been there before - but the Catfish Plantation. I so love that place. Mmm…. fried pickles.
Are you a soup or salad person?
Soup in the winter. Salad in the summer.
Buffet, take-out or sit-down restaurant?
This actually depends on my mood. I prefer a buffet style restaurant, because I love that everyone can get exactly what they want and also try new things. I also really like bringing food home and having a family night with games, a movie or something else while dining on take out.
What’s the most impressive dinner you’ve ever made?
This would be the first Thanksgiving I ever had everyone over. I went all out and catered to 13 people for the first time in my life. That WAS impressive and went over well. It wasn’t so much about the food as it was the fact that I was able to keep everything organized and everyone loved everything.
Do you consider yourself a good cook?
Yes.
Do you know what vichyssoise is?
Yes, and depending on how and WHO serves it, I actually can handle eating it. Oh, and its a cold soup with cream and potatoes and leeks.
Who’s your favorite TV cook?
Honestly, I enjoy Rachel Ray for her simple banter, but not necessarily all the foods she cooks (though we really do like a lot of them). I really don’t watch TV cooking shows very often.
Can you name at least three TV cooking personalities?
Martha Stewart, Rachel Ray and Paula Deen
Homemade or homemade from a box?
Homemade
Name 3 or more other foodies you are going to tag.
I’m actually not going to tag anyone. But, if there is anyone who wants to take this up, consider yourself tagged. Just leave me a comment and I’ll come visit you.
We all love these. I started out making them at Christmas, but now find myself making them throughout the year. I’ve been known to take them along to potlucks a time or two and everyone wants the recipe. The recipe is simply a standard peanut butter ball recipe.
