Posts Tagged Lombard Street

  • Ella’s Kitchen

    After the really warm March, we are now experiencing cool evenings again. A hot soup for supper is in order. But the two soups below have a light, spring flair to them. The other recipes are of the made-from-scratch variety. Convenient foods are great, but sometimes it is rewarding to do it the “o...

  • Ella’s Kitchen

    We have had a mild winter, but many of us are still getting cabin fever waiting for spring. Spring is a great time for cruises, so have a party and bring on a cruise theme! Ella [Ella can be contacted at ellaweeze@yahoo.com or Ella – 50+ Lifestyles, 804 W Lombard Street, Davenport, IA, 52804] ...

  • Ella’s Kitchen

    Comfort Food – We hear that term often associated when the weather turns cold and dreary. According to Webster’s Dictionary, the term was first used in 1977. It can be applied to give “comfort” for nostalgic, emotional or psychological reasons. Comfort food is also easy to prepare and easy t...

  • Ella’s Kitchen

    Happy New Year to all. I wish you the very best in 2012! A warm hearty soup is always welcome on a cold January day. Baked peach halves are a great addition to any breakfast or brunch – and the added fact that you need to use hot oven will help take the chill off in the early morn! Ell...

  • Ella’s Kitchen

    December is the month of happy hectic holidays. My advice is to dream big for this festive season. Make your lists and plans. Decide how you want to decorate. Do as much as you are able. THEN don’t fret about what you don’t get done, relax and enjoy your friends and family. If the silver hasn...

  • Ella’s Kitchen – Dinner for Four

    As we age, our family size changes. Immediate family gets smaller and our extended family gets larger. Perhaps you are planning a small meal. No reason it can’t be just as festive as the big laborsome meals of years gone by. Below I have suggested a holiday fare for a small group. Enjoy! - Ell...

  • Ella’s Kitchen – Kid’s Corner

    Kids are loads of fun…and a bit of work! Luckily, cooking with them can be one of the fun aspects. All you need are simple recipes for nutritious foods that look good and taste yummy. Luckily, I had two granddaughters visiting me, and we tried some recipes. Hope you have fun cooking, too! ...

  • Ella’s Kitchen

    In August, I like simple, quick meals – but ones that are also good for entertaining. Here are some of my favorite recipes. Hope you like them, too. Ella [Ella can be contacted at ellaweeze@yahoo.com or Ella – 50+ Lifestyles, 804 W Lombard Street, Davenport, IA, 52804]...