(update on blog post) & outcome of Cornea Transplant Surgery Original post: http://www.amyjanecooks.com/i-have-a-parasite-eating-my-cornea/ That is a perfect way to describe how I finally had to look at everything when I came out of surgery.  When I came out of my corneal transplant they told me that they had to take my iris (the part of …

I have a Parasite eating my Cornea. This is a PSA and a Request for Prayers… I am days away from my Corneal Transplant! I know… it sounds bizarre.  Like some weird science show you would see on Discovery Channel…But it is currently my life and has been for the last 20 months. The summer …

Get Boo-ed I love it when it turns October.  It’s Boo time!!  Looking for a fun way to spread the Halloween Spirit?  Try doing this fun Halloween Activity, it is sure to create excitement and smiles galore in your hood!  I used to love doing this with my daughter. But now that she is in …

This treat just reminds me of Summer.  Since I was first introduced to this salad, it has been a staple around my house as a side dish or an afternoon snack.  It is just delicious and so easy! And I mean.. really easy!  Here goes.. Cut Watermelon into pieces.  Cut up fresh mint and mix …

Wow!  What a cool place! Chicago Athletic Association..a club anyone can belong to. I love history and this place is packed with it!!  Originally opened in 1893 as an All- Men’s private club.  It remained this until 2005 when it closed its doors.  But not for good…. a decade goes by…and then it Opened again …

Nothing tastes better on a cold winters night than a scrumptious hot soup.  This potato soup I have made for years and it is always a hit with everyone who tries it!  It is flavorful, but not real spicy.  It makes a great dinner for someone who is sick or a new mother.  I have …

I know this might seem trivial with the amount of human suffering going on in the world.  But for those of us dog lovers, the loss of a pet is like losing a part of our family.  Because that is what they are Family. As I drove home from picking up her ashes today.  I …

Over the weekend I ended up with some extra veggies from a crudité tray. you know how everyone seems to avoid the veggie tray when there are so many other appetizers offered.  Anyway… I hate things to go to waste… so I decided to use the tomatoes and broccoli. This is a healthy and delicious …

I love making this ahead of time and heating up before serving!  I like quiche… but I don’t love the ones that are so “eggy”…and so I created this one! It is amazing! Spinach Quiche   Print Author: Amy Jane Ingredients 2 pie shells (I use Kroger pie shells) 1 med onion 1 10 oz. …

There is nothing better on an extended weekend than to pop some of these bad boys in the oven!! Great for anything.. tailgates, brunch, appetizers, etc..  served alone or with a dip..  YOU just can’t get enough of them!! Sausage Balls   Print Author: Amy Jane Ingredients 1 lb Hot Sausage (or if you don’t …