Author: Black Tie and Jam

In this time of the pandemic, we all crave human interaction with others, especially those who are considered our closest friends. Although everyone is encouraged to stay away from each other, it is not a realistic endeavor for long periods of time. Of course, everyone should be mindful of illness when accepting invitations, but this […]

Menu Plan Monday – Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry, Steamed Yellow Squash and Salad Tuesday – Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Soup Wednesday – Keto Lasagna and Salad Thursday – Steak with Red Wine Sauce, Roasted Broccoli, Salad Friday – Taco Beef Bake, Salad with Creamy Cilantro Dressing Saturday – Keto Island Chicken, Edamame Succotash, Salad […]

The Meal Plan Monday – Salmon with Olive Salsa, Asparagus and Mushroom Cauliflower Rice Tuesday – Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry, Cauliflower Rice Wednesday – Oven-Baked BBQ Brisket, Grilled Vegetables Thursday – Hot Chicken Salad, Grilled Zucchini, Green Salad Friday – Leftovers Saturday – IT’S CHEAT DAY!! Chicken Fried Steak and French Fries Sunday – […]

I love a good cookbook! I love the photos, reading recipes and the history of foods and food culture. I love the vibe that different chefs and home cooks present across the pages. I love vintage recipes and modern ones. I guess you could call me a cookbook nerd. I particularly enjoy a cookbook that […]

Ingredients 6 Tbsp. butter 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 stalks celery, finely chopped 1 small green pepper, finely chopped 1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped 1 tsp. of Beef Better than Bouillon or 1 cube of beef bouillon 1/4 cup water 2 tsp. Worcestershire 1/2 tsp. dried dill 1 tsp. dried chives 1 […]

Ingredients 1 bag fresh mini peppers 2 blocks cream cheese 2 handfuls cilantro, stems removed Juice of 4 limes 4 dashes Tabasco or to taste salt to taste cheddar cheese Slice the tops off of the mini peppers; then, slice each pepper in half lengthwise, trying to slice it in such a way that provides […]

Ingredients 4 salmon filets Extra Virgin Olive oil 1-1/2 tsp. paprika 1-1/2 tsp. cumin 1 tsp. each salt and pepper 1/2 small red onion, chopped fine 2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped 1/4 cup green olives, chopped Juice of 1 lime 1 tsp. crushed red pepper Instructions In a bowl, combine the tomatoes, red onion, […]

In the past, I have shared my experience and knowledge as a writer and teacher of Language Arts with middle and high school students. Many students are intimidated by writing because it makes them uncomfortable to break the rules, or they think they are not good at writing. Like anything, writing takes practice. Sports figures, […]

Many people have asked me how I could plan a menu and grocery shop for an entire month. It took me a while to develop a system that works for me. My persistence paid off, but it took me a while to get it. Looking back, I can laugh because now I cannot see myself […]

I recently visited my best friend, who moved to the Orlando area in August 2020. Yes, I had to fly there. No, there was no social distancing on the plane. Yes, I double-masked on the aircraft before double-masking was a thing. I was careful during this season of Covid 19. In any event, I got […]