Hi Readers!I have a feeling not everyone realized I moved to a new home. So I thought I'd give the link once again. You can find me over at www.slocooking.net.Be sure to sign up for my bi-we… Read More
Dear readers;I've been working towards a goal for a long time, but now that we've closed the catering company I'm finally ready to take that step. Please visit me at my new home!This site… Read More
Available for the first time, QuickBites by Heather B. Thomas.Quick recipes for busy moms. Modern moms need a break. At sloCooking I write about ways to achieve balance. Balance at home in… Read More
Dear readers;I've been working towards a goal for a long time, but now that we've closed the catering company I'm finally ready to take that step. Please visit me at my new home!This site wi… Read More
I guess it’s time to start moving into spring – happy Spring by the way! Are you as excited about this change as I am? I am over the top excited to have longer days, warmer weath… Read More
Chinese New Year is here and it’s time to make some amazing pork fried rice. This was so good and so easy - and was great as left overs. Part of the fun is that Uncle Ben's makes "boil… Read More
Don't hate me - but did I share with you that I found an obscure website that lists food holidays? Ha ha - you're going to be seeing a bunch of these this year!So Happy National Popcorn Day!… Read More
Now this is a very late post considering it was cooked for Christmas dinner - but better late than never I say!This isn't your ordinary yule log - it is completely dairy, nut and egg free. M… Read More
It's Saturday - you've survived the week. I know you're probably thinking you want to BBQ, because it's CA and that's what we do. But no - today is National Sloppy Joe's Day. But… Read More
Hi readers - don't mind me. I'm just running a test to see if the feed is working to deliver sloCooking directly to your email. If you've subscribed but aren't getting posts let me know! Hea… Read More
Who likes chili – you do right? Well I totally do. I’ve told you how much I like making frito boats, or “walking tacos” as they’re called in other parts of the… Read More
Do you remember me talking the other day about change? How I’m not good with change, but that I needed to embrace it in order to have a personal life & family time? Do you remember… Read More
I may not have told you yet, but I’ve enrolled in an online writing seminar to move my lovely blog to the next level. You will start to see some changes to how I’m presenting inf… Read More
So in an attempt to embrace the Irish in my family I’ve been on the hunt for Irish recipes. I’d love to hear from someone actually living in Ireland about Irish foods. Sadly my A… Read More
When I stumbled across this recipe I laughed at the thought of an Irish Nacho. Laughed even harder when I realized they’re made with potato rounds and not tortilla chips. In short… Read More
I’ve never attempted Irish Soda Bread, though the hubs has made it a few times for wine dinners. As much as I love eating carbs, I am coming to the conclusion that I am not much of a l… Read More
Sorry for the late post. As you can see this was supposed to go out yesterday. I'm starting a new segment "Tips Tuesday with sloCooking" but in busy mom fashion lost track of time with… Read More
One question I am asked frequently by readers is “What brand of crock-pot do you use”?I prefer to using an actual Crock-Pot brand one. The one I currently have, and over the year… Read More
Tipping the hat to the Irish again today with this recipe I found for Irish Apple Crumble. In testing out a new recipe I always cut it in half because I’m never sure exactly what&rsquo&hell…Read More
I stumbled across some ground lamb the other night at the store so I snatched it up and proceeded to make my Bean & Turkey Hot Dish, but substituted ground lamb for the turkey. Not to sh… Read More
In honor of the small bit of Irish in my family I thought I’d give you a few out of the normal Irish recipes in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. To be honest these aren’t f… Read More
I ran across a FaceBook post a while back that is a get to know you kind of thing. I thought it was cute and that it would be a fun & silly way for you to learn a bit more about me.Can Y… Read More
In honor of Mardi Gras I'm sending you over to Emeril Lagassi's website for a sure fire hit and win with his Cajun Jambalaya.If you’re feeling energetic try making a King’s Cake… Read More
In an earlier post I explained that I am a product of my environment in that I grew up in a household that cooked (both parents). Well as it turns out I also suffer from the same kitchen ail… Read More
Do you crave to eat certain foods at a non-typical time of day? I do – and normally it’s breakfast foods at dinner time. I’ve learned to embrace that desire and happily my… Read More
Apparently today is National Banana Bread Day. Really? Another food holiday? You don’t say! Well to celebrate with style we’re going to enjoy a good old re-post so click HER… Read More
One of my favorite meals when I was a kid was sloppy joes. After having a kid I decided in my free time to learn to make my own from scratch. Click HERE for my recipe. It’s in regular… Read More
I grew up in a house where everyone cooked – including my dad. He enjoyed making pizza dough and cookies. I am certainly a product of my environment. Here’s a shot of my dad in t… Read More
I’m really liking the national food holiday website! Can’t help myself – it’s just so funny that somewhere along the line someone assigned every day of the year with… Read More
Happy Peanut Butter & Jelly Day! Are you tired yet of the “food of the day” holidays I found?Today I’m keeping it simple – not exactly a PB&J, but better.&nbs&hell…Read More
Have you had that moment where you just want something sweet to snack on but for whatever reason just aren’t able to eat it? That would be me ever since I had to eliminate dairy from m… Read More
We decided to splurge the other night and went out for Japanese food. And instead of getting delivery or take out, we decided to eat in. Feeling a bit adventurous we decided to order th… Read More
Do you find yourself just wanting to hit the easy button for dinner? But just can’t bring yourself to order take out because let’s be honest – you’ve done that just o… Read More
Have you, after many years of doing something, ever had to change the way you do it because of something out of your control? That’s me with cooking and adult onset food allergies. The… Read More
Ever faced with that moment where you know you have to cook dinner, but just can’t seem to put it together fast enough? Me too – despite my best efforts and desires to plan ahead… Read More
Happy Valentine’s Day – still on the quest for yummy breakfast foods? You know I still am. I’ve discovered this yummy breakfast muffin that’s perfect for valenti… Read More
Have you had that moment where you just want something sweet to snack on but for whatever reason just aren’t able to eat it? That would be me ever since I had to eliminate dairy from m… Read More
Happy Peanut Butter & Jelly Day! Are you tired yet of the “food of the day” holidays I found?Today I’m keeping it simple – not exactly a PB&J, but better.&nbs&hell…Read More
Muffins make me happy – so does baking first thing in the morning before anyone else is awake. Here is another muffin recipe that dates back to our café days. I hope you enjoy i… Read More
Photo from Food.comContinuing on with this month’s breakfast theme I bring to you another muffin recipe. This one is a delicious mix of various things including oat bran – yep, s… Read More
Here’s the second granola recipe in rotation at my house – happy cooking! If you’re just now joining, you can find Version 1 on February 8, 2017.HEATHER’S GRANOLA VER… Read More
I’ve been trying out muffin recipes – hunting for something tasty that is also a bit on the healthier side without being too nuts & twiggy if you know what I mean. I think I… Read More
Occasionally when I have a bad day I need a little retail pick me up – I know, it’s a bad habit to get into, however it’s not one that I choose to participate in that often… Read More
Happy Super Bowl Sunday! I hope you’re ready for a good game. The New Englander in me is thrilled that the Patriots have made it here again!! Go Pats! Here’s one last snack… Read More
Photo from receitasgourmet.comWe were asked to make this Brazilian soup a few years ago for a customer’s New Year’s party. It was a hit with them and also with us. I hope you enj… Read More
Since my family is completely popcorn obsessed I’m always curious about recipes for savory flavored popcorn. I was raised in a house that used butter & salt only, nothing else. So… Read More
This is seriously the easiest recipe in the entire world, and you’ll kick yourself for not doing it sooner. Honest – easy, tasty and fast to make.PARMESAN BREAD STICKS with RED S… Read More
Photo by ChowhoundFebruary is starting off as the month of snacks since the Super Bowl is this weekend. So leading up to the big game I’ll be posting up some quick and easy recipes tha… Read More
When the weather is cold & rainy sometime all you want is a warm cup of hot chocolate. I was always a user of hot chocolate packets because they were quick and easy, however when I went… Read More
Everyone needs to know how to make a basic slider bun. The hubs favorite is to make Parker House rolls and use those for sliders. Aren't these just adorable?Click HERE for one from the Food… Read More
Ever wonder how to make your own corn chips? Well wonder no longer and happy National Corn Chip Day by the way. You’re going to kick yourself for not doing this sooner because thi… Read More
Chinese New Year is here and it’s time to make some amazing pork fried rice. This was so good and so easy - and was great as left overs. Part of the fun is that Uncle Ben's makes "boil… Read More
Everyone needs a little chocolate cake love in their day, so go ahead and make a chocolate, chocolate, chocolate cake like this one. Chocolate cake with chocolate frosting and mini chocolate… Read More
One of the things that was top in my husband’s mind as we made the decision to close our catering business was our lack of free time. He in particular was in serious dislike that our c… Read More
I’m really liking the national food holiday website! Can’t help myself – it’s just so funny that somewhere along the line someone assigned every day of the year with… Read More
When we were catering we used to make the best roast beef sandwiches. Hubs gets amazing ciabatta buns from a local bakery, we'd slice the roast beef nice and thin and layer it with market le… Read More
Today is National Pie Day. Knowing that I like to play in the kitchen I found a recipe a few years back for an avocado pie. Avocado! I know, crazy right? But I promise this really is a … Read More
What do you choose to eat on nights when you just don’t want to get into the kitchen and cook? We have a few regular spots we frequent, one of our favorite a just a few blocks away whe… Read More
My quest for a good vegan yogurt has come to a close. Daiya now makes a tasty “Greek” style vegan yogurt that is allergy safe for me. I can once again do tasty things for br… Read More
When I was little my mom used to make baked potato rounds for us when we were sick. They're still a favorite food dish in my house, but now I turn it up a notch and dress them up for parties… Read More
Veggies sweating in the bowlI’ve been reading about the health benefits of eating fermented foods like kimchi and sauerkraut. I’d never eaten kimchi, but I knew the hubs had made… Read More
I’m finding myself with pizza on the brain these days. I think it’s because now that I’m getting mobile again I’m supposed to be watching my carb intake to lower my A… Read More
These were always a big hit when the kid was little. Here's my new allergy friendly take on the same menu. Feel free to play around with the base and add your own favorite toppings, sauce an… Read More
I had a brainstorm over my winter holiday about a running a small series of info graphics on Cooking Tips for Every Day.Here is the first one. I hope you find it useful. If you should find y… Read More
Ever wonder if there are other days to cook an eggplant? Well the answer is yes. Not only are they tasty fried, in ratatouille, or in eggplant Parmesan – but they’re also tasty s… Read More
On our last trip to San Francisco the hubs tracked down a wonderful Middle Eastern market in SOMA (South of Market for those of you not familiar with the city). If you’re interested in… Read More
The kid really likes cooking in the kitchen. In addition to her “world famous fruit & veggie salad” her favorite thing to make are pancakes.Her latest favorite thing is to ma… Read More
I discovered this salad a few summers ago when we purchased our travel trailer. It works well for a quick meal and tastes great after spending a whole day outside playing. I know we're in w… Read More
I grew up in a house where everyone cooked – including my dad. He enjoyed making pizza dough and cookies. I am certainly a product of my environment. Here’s a shot of my dad in t… Read More
One of the food items I had to give up when I ditched dairy was mayonnaise – not because of the eggs, but because it was difficult to find out if the “natural flavorings” l… Read More
Some nights just call for simple comfort foods. Tonight was calling for shake & bake style chicken and a potato salad. Hop on over HERE for a potato salad recipe. And if you click H… Read More
Does anyone have a good dairy free English Toffee Recipe they'd like to share with me? I know there are recipes out there - but for once I'm not in the mood to test something out only… Read More
The hubs loves breakfast foods – and if we go out for breakfast loves going to a diner and getting biscuits & gravy. I ran across this recipe and gave it a try for the diner style… Read More
I love cooking casseroles and soups when the weather is cold. Today as I type this it's in the upper 40's here in San Luis Obispo and I'm freezing my tush off. I know readers on the East Coa… Read More
Photo from AllRecipes.comI’ve been so cold this winter that I’ve been craving soup. This one came from a magazine and I love it – it’s in regular rotation at our hous… Read More
Did you know today is National Spaghetti Day? I had no idea it existed and believe me, now that I know I plan to celebrate with gusto. Keeping that in mind though, I’m not in the… Read More
Last month as I was still in full recuperation mode from the broken Achilles tendon I took a moment and went through the stack of cooking magazines I’d accumulated while being down &am&hell…Read More
You all know I’ve been on a quest for a good nacho cheese sauce ever since I was forced to go dairy free. Not exactly sure why I’m obsessing about this as I never ate it regularl… Read More
I’m always looking for fun dips to serve at parties or for a lazy Sunday afternoon. Last year we had a winery ask for something that could be delivered the day before and then served t… Read More
This was my attempt at creating my mom's Christmas breakfast roll. She has a variety of recipes for this - all of which have the year by them for each year she made it and the specific notes… Read More
My mother used to make this all the time back in the 80’s. It’s one of my absolute favorite comfort food dishes. The book I got the recipe from was one she used for years (The Ne… Read More
Winter nights make me want to cook casseroles. They’re warm, quick, and easy. Not to mention tasty as all get out. Here’s my talk on a taco casserole - My favorite part of this w… Read More
A few months ago I was asked by a company called RawSpiceBar if I would like to receive a free month of spice packets in return for me to review their product on the blog. As you know I&rsqu&hell…Read More
Happy Boxing Day! If you’re planning on spending your day watching sports you need something to much on. How about some homemade pineapple salsa to go with your favorite chips? I mysel… Read More
Entry #12: Cream Cheese Cookies From: Mom – via my great grandmotherLocation: Pompton Lakes, NJCookies of the World Geographic Tag: ItalyNote: Here’s another one from my gre… Read More
These turned out so well when I first made them that they’re now in regular rotation at our house. Forgive my little cheat - I hate posting recipes without pictures, but can't find the… Read More
Entry #11: Anise Cookie From: Mom – via my great grandmotherLocation: Pompton Lakes, NJCookies of the World Geographic Tag: ItalyNote: My mom remembers her grandmother Albigese ba… Read More