Micki’s Morsels

Jolly Good Mate!

A little beer for the batter, a little for me…very little for me cause I’m a lightweight.  Look.  See.  I took a picture of it on a paper towel on top of a brown bag!  Oh well.  Despite what some of you think, I’m not a perfectionist!  My inspiration was Newcastle Brown Ale, which has a rich, full flavor, comes from England, and is the perfect beer for traditional fish ‘n chips. I served the fish with my Skillet Chips.  (more…)

Pear Compote on Pie Crust Cutouts.

These little pie crust cutouts with or without compote will disappear faster than a pie. Take it from a pie eater who usually leaves the crust behind, this pie crust recipe with a sprinkling of cinnamon & sugar is simply irresistible.  Of course, you can use this foolproof recipe for your pie crust too. I would definitely eat this crust.  Recipe follows…
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It’s Good.  What Is It?

I “dress up” my meat so often that my husband hardly knows whether he is eating beef, pork or chicken. I have to do it, or else I’d get sick of meat. And of course, I would have nothing to tell you if I just made the same old thing, now would I? So this is a simple little sauce of balsamic vinegar and tarragon. Read the recipe…
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