Simple Pear Tart

The one picture of this dessert that I have so doesn’t give it justice.  I took the picture before baking and the result of this endeavor was that wonderful feeling that comes sometimes from creating a food that looks like you have more skill than you really do.  I felt like an artisan baker and…

Honey Soy Porkchops with Light Salad

There is nothing better than cooking a great meal for family and everyone REALLY enjoying it.  Could’ve been that it was a great summer evening as well.   This meal was simple to put together and great to present.  It was one of the few times I was cooking with the other white meat (pork),…