Bloomin’ Onion Bread

my version pre-bake We've all gone through cooking ruts. Some probably last longer than others but, they still suck the life out of you. Wracking your brain trying to figure out what to make for your family can become quite stressful.  Sometimes, all you need is that one dish that wows, versus generating an entire 3-course meal. I was having a stressful moment the other day in the kitchen but, I nipped it in the bud... I had seen an amazing video on how to make Bloomin' Onion Bread  (not to be confused with Outback Steakhouses' … [Read more...]

Cucumber and Carrot Gazpacho

  Today's recipe is from resident soup expert Serena, aka Seriously Soupy. Serena has not only given soup tours and taught soup classes, but has a catalog of over 100 original soups! Once month you can join Serena on her soupy journey here, at My Judy the Foodie, sharing her wisdom and helping demystify the world of soup. I asked Serena to create a light, yet hearty, chilled soup celebrating the bounty of summer. Here's what Serena has to say: Summer is synonymous with enjoying the outdoors while also trying to beat the … [Read more...]

Raisin Bread for Beginners

I've always told my kids it's ok to make mistakes.  We learn from our mistakes. As the age-old saying goes, "you never touch a hot stove twice." And so, I attempted to make a very easy Raisin Bread yesterday and failed miserably. The best part was that my kids watched me fail, get frustrated, and try again. I was dubious of the active yeast that I had purchased for the bread making. It was the first time I used a yeast that didn't require mixing with water. When, after 90 minutes covered in a bowl in a warm place, my yeast did … [Read more...]

10 Recipes for Your Memorial Day Menu

Fire up the grill this weekend and kick-off summer with a smorgasbord of items which will quench your thirst and satiate your hunger. From sangria to salad to burgers, we've curated our summer favorites from the past four years of My Judy the Foodie. So, tighten your apron, get your spatulas ready, and bring on the FOOD (and drink):   White Wine Sangria This sangria only takes about 5 minutes to make and it tastes so refreshing (I let it sit overnight in the fridge).  People will be impressed that you’re not just serving wine … [Read more...]