Author: cookingcardinal

Parsley Garlic Steak Bites

Parsley Garlic Steak Bites

In college I spent a semester abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina.  I picked my major (international business) mostly because of the study abroad requirement.  If you ask a majority of the students why they picked that major, you will most likely get the response: “Well, 

Lemon Supreme Pie

Lemon Supreme Pie

Another holiday has come and gone, and it was a darn good one!  Easter was yesterday, and my family had a relaxed, fun day at my mom’s.  We don’t usually do big family events any more; instead we opt for the quieter occasion, filled with 

Caramel Marshmallow Swirl Brownies

Caramel Marshmallow Swirl Brownies

I am cat sitting for a friend of mine this week, and it is a little disheartening to learn that you’ve raised a cat who doesn’t get along well with others.  Things have progressively gotten better over the week, and both cats can now be 

Sun-dried Tomato Quinoa

Sun-dried Tomato Quinoa

This was an exciting week for me – I finally had a dishwasher installed in my apartment!  I’ve lived in the same apartment for a little over two years now, and when I first moved in I was told by the apartment manager that they 

Vanilla Bean Cheesecake

Vanilla Bean Cheesecake

Easter can be an under appreciated holiday when it comes to the food.  Ham and potatoes are great and all, but it’s time to give the meal some flare! Last year my sister gave me Easter Egg shaped springform pans as a gift, and I