Spaghetti Carbonara
(I made this one from memory tonight, though I did double-check the recipe before posting!) Ingredients 1 Lb spaghetti 1/2 pound pancetta (one thick slice) 3-4 Tbs extra virgin olive oil 2-3 cloves … Read more
Hobbies
South of Lone Pine
The last day of our trip found us taking it pretty easy. We drove south a ways to see the Cottonwood charcoal kilns (charcoal was used in the smelters, which were used to … Read more
Titus Canyon
After visiting Rhyolite we headed over to Titus Canyon Road, a steep, rugged, beautiful and fun to drive road. Unless it’s rained recently, the road should be entirely safe, even for passenger vehicles … Read more
Visions of the Past: Rhyolite, Nevada
Continuing coverage of Mike and Sheryl’s November Desert trip. 24 November 2003 After spending a restful night in Stovepipe Wells, we took off for another day of exploring the northern Death Valley area. … Read more
Tove’s Sirapskakor (Syrup Cookies)
Swedish syrupcookies/sirapskakor that are a little sweet and chewy. Tove sent me the recipe after enjoying our Peanut Butter Cookie recipe. The sirapskakor are very good; thanks Tove! 50-60 cookies, depending on how … Read more
Vegas Strip Food and Photos
During our stay we’ve had a variety of interesting meals; returning to sentimental favorites for the buffet at Ballys and the 10.99$ steak and lobster at the Stardust, plus a nice dinner at … Read more