Author Archives: Michie

About Michie

I write two blogs - This Food Thing, (www.thisfoodthing.com) and This Life I Lead (www.thislifeilead.wordpress.com).

Potato Salad

Posted on March 31, 2008 by Michie

I’ve said this often on my blog, and to people when discussing recipes: There are many variations to any recipe. I really believe that recipes, in all their variations, are as personal as fingerprints. And, in essence, a recipe really … Continue reading →

Tagged Grains, Potatoes, Pasta, old fashioned, picnic, potato, potato salad, recipe, salad, Sauces, Dips and Misc recipes, summer | 5 Comments

Chicken Piccata

Posted on March 30, 2008 by Michie

The very first time I had Chicken Piccata, I was just amazed at how delicious it was. The lemon was not over-powering, or over-acidic, and the butter added to the depth of flavor. I have since had many versions … Continue reading →

Posted in Italian | Tagged chicken, chicken piccata, Italian, italian recipes, lemon, Meats - Beef, Poultry, & Fish, piccata | Leave a comment

Ingredient Replacement

Posted on March 29, 2008 by Michie

Replacing ingredients in recipes is sometimes necessary. Here is a small list of ingredients, and their respective replacements. Related Page: Measurement Conversion To replace a cup of whole milk (4%): 5/8ths Skim milk + 3/8ths cup of Half … Continue reading →

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Fry Bread

Posted on March 11, 2008 by Michie

I’ve always loved Fry Bread — it’s one of those things you grow up eating, and take for granted will always be around to get. But since I’ve lived here in NY, I rarely have been able to get this … Continue reading →

Tagged bread, Breads, fry bread, native american, Nebraska | 1 Comment

Classic Macaroni And Cheese

Posted on March 9, 2008 by Michie

I’m putting this recipe up for those that have been looking for a Mac and Cheese recipe, with a béchamel sauce, instead of the version I prefer (The Lady’s Cheese Mac). Enjoy! Classic Macaroni And Cheese Recipe from: … Continue reading →

Tagged Cheese, Grains, Potatoes, Pasta, mac & cheese, mac and cheese, macaroni, macaroni and cheese, recipe | Leave a comment

Hot milk with honey

Posted on January 13, 2008 by Michie

Everybody has bad memories about their childhood, when they were forced to drink hot milk with honey and onions… ewwwwwww!! But do try it without onions – just milk and honey. It is incredibly good – and also, the one … Continue reading →

Posted in Estonian | Tagged Estonian | 3 Comments