Don't you hate when you know everyone expects a dinner but nobody has a suggestion about what it should be? Not helpful! How about pasta bolognese? Or beef stew? Or even meatloaf for goodness sake?! I did get “something lighter” as a suggestion from the love of my life last week. I took that toContinue reading ““Remember Summer” Greek Chicken & Salad”
Category Archives: Dish of the Day
Eat Your Veg
It's the “It” vegetable of the day, but don't let that deter you from making this dish at home. I will also say – unless you're meat free, ordering cauliflower as a main while dining out is a big fat…well, you know. It's a pretty big markup for little investment. Do it if the chefContinue reading “Eat Your Veg”
For Goodness Sake, It’s 13 Degrees Blueberry Crumb Cake
I'm trying to save the last piece of blueberry crumb for my air warrior, but it's tough. This time, I got it perfect and I'm a harsh baking critic. The recipe calls for 45-50 minutes baking. If it feels a little soft @ 45, leave it in for 5 more. Mine took 50 exactly. Also,Continue reading “For Goodness Sake, It’s 13 Degrees Blueberry Crumb Cake”
A Christmas or Anytime Morning Casserole
Ok, so I skipped the pepperoni as our meal was closer to breakfast than lunch. And I forgot to garnish with scallion which I diligently chopped. But I guarantee this is a no fail recipe. Waking up Christmas morning, I also remembered I forgot to set the strata the night before. No matter – anContinue reading “A Christmas or Anytime Morning Casserole”
I Bean Making Soup
I couldn’t make lunch with my friend 😦 so I made soup. I had a mixed bag of legumes from my local Italian specialty store, but feel free to mix and match from the pantry. Use what you got – beans, barley, lentils, they all play nice. And give yourself plenty of lead time. BeansContinue reading “I Bean Making Soup”
Game Day Baked Goods
And by game day, I mean Ohio State vs anyone. Never underestimate a food manufacturer’s test kitchen. You need not use the brand names, but the following recipes are all winners, as was the team on Saturday. I sent the photo out Saturday – now recipes to match. The links to each are below. **AsContinue reading “Game Day Baked Goods”
Wings Take Flight
Funny thing happened over the weekend. My overzealous TYPE A nature bent enough to give the grocery list to the husband who offered. 3 pounds of wings (game day!) was on it. And 3 pounds were delivered…frozen. So we both learned something. I learned to write the word fresh if that's what I want. HeContinue reading “Wings Take Flight”
Any Night Stuffing!
Why wait for Thanksgiving? Give this savory confection a chance. It took less time than I thought (mostly in the oven) and gave me the benefit of feeling virtuous for not chucking some stale ciabatta. I highly recommend a gravy sidecar. 4 cups stale bread, 3/4 inch cube. 10-15 minutes in a 300 degree ovenContinue reading “Any Night Stuffing!”
Granola Redux
For my cousin who dislikes morning mush and all other Little Rascals appreciators. Ingredients 4 cups old fashioned rolled oats 1 cup sliced almonds or another shape, same size is better 1 cup raw not roasted sunflowers 1/2 cup raw sesame seeds if possible (wasn't for me today) 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon groundContinue reading “Granola Redux”
EZ As…Well, Frankly, Easier Than Pie
This crust is from one of my all time fave fruit based dessert cookbooks. I've filled it with fruit from just about every season. It is not hard to roll out. Just remember to flour your surface and rolling pin. Mistakes can be patched with extra dough. No judgement. Galette Dough Rustic Fruit Desserts byContinue reading “EZ As…Well, Frankly, Easier Than Pie”
I Am Not A Restaurant! 