Basque Cheesecake Recipe & The History Of Basque Cheesecake

We are a devotee of cheesecake, and haven’t yet found a good Basque cheesecake in our home town. Even the slice we had at the gourmet Spanish market owned by a prominent chef we admire was bland. July 30th is National (and International) Cheesecake Day. No time like the present to create this drool-worthy dessert.…
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Easy, Yummy Pecan-Crusted Chicken Fingers – Tenders – Strips

[1] No boring flour here: These fingers have a terrific breading of corn flakes and chopped pecans (photo © Taste Of Home). [2] Pecans are a great crust for chicken, but if you prefer, you can use your nut of choice. Macadamias? Pistachios? (photo © Schermer Pecans). [3] Corn Flakes are our favorite coating for…
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Is A Hot Dog A Sandwich & The Difference Between Rolls & Buns

We often come across a debate about if a hot dog (or burger) is a sandwich. Now that it’s National Hot Dog Month, let’s settle it. Yes, the hot dog is a sandwich, as is the burger, taco, and burrito. A sandwich is defined as bread with filling. It can be any type of bread,…
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