Mexican Ratatouille Ingredients 1 onion, diced 2–3 medium tomatoes, diced 4 small yellow squash, chopped 3 Anaheim peppers, roasted, skinned, and diced 1 bunch of cilantro, chopped 1 tsp chicken stock dissolved in ½ cup water [...]
When most people think of Peru, the image that comes to mind is the mist-shrouded peaks of Machu Picchu. Yet long before the Inca Empire, other civilizations flourished along Peru’s coast—leaving behind remarkable structures like Huaca Pucllana, an adobe pyramid in the heart of Lima. [...]
Meatloaf in an Onion Ingredients (Serves 6) 1 pound lean ground beef 1 egg 1/4 cup cracker crumbs 1/4 cup tomato sauce 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 6 large onions, peeled and halved horizontally 6 sheets [...]
During my travels through Thailand, I was constantly struck by how spirituality is seamlessly woven into everyday life. One of the most beautiful and symbolic examples of this is the spirit house—or san phra phum—found outside homes, businesses, and temples all across the country. These [...]
On one of my many visits to Thailand, I came across an unforgettable scene—a group of young novice monks, their bright orange robes vivid against the early morning light, standing in a quiet line. Each boy rested his hand on the shoulder of the one [...]
Ball Toss Ice Cream: A Fun DIY Treat for Families Ingredients 3/4 cup whole milk (or flavored milk) 1 cup whipping cream 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract If you’re looking for a sweet way to combine family [...]
Tucked along the Indian Creek Scenic Byway in southeastern Utah is a sandstone cliff etched with hundreds of mysterious symbols, animals, and human figures. Known today as Newspaper Rock, it’s more than just a historical landmark to me—it’s a place deeply woven into the fabric [...]
Cornish Hen in a Backpack Ingredients (Serves 2) 1 Cornish hen 1/2 cup barbecue sauce 3 medium-sized rocks (about the size of your fist) 18-inch sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil 2-inch-thick stack of newspaper Optional: 2–3 small red potatoes + 1 [...]
By Julian Thomas Published in This People Magazine 1995 Intro by Dian Thomas This story is one of my greatest treasures. It was written by my father, Julian Thomas, as part of a series titled Father of Champions. In it, he reflects on my childhood growing [...]
Smoked Herbal Pork Roast Ingredients (Serves 6–8) 2 teaspoons dried oregano 2 teaspoons dried basil 2 teaspoons dried thyme 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 tablespoon coarse salt 1 (3- to 5-pound) pork picnic roast Aluminum foil (for resting) [...]
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