With whipping winds and cold temperatures here in the northeast, I've set my thoughts to warm, hearty soups. As we approach the #Thanksgiving holiday, you know that you'll be inundated with stuffing and meats and vegetables and pies so, soup could be a welcomed diversion. As I've been making soups over the past few years, I've found that often the simplest ingredients make the best tasting soups. This recipe for Cauliflower Chick Pea Soup (from my favorite soup expert Seriously Soupy) offers wonderfully nutty fall-like flavors from the … [Read more...]
Pasta Pilaf-Stuffed Squash
November 19, 2016 By Leave a Comment
While you're planning out your festive meal, don't forget about the side dishes that are even more important than the turkey--- especially if you have vegetarians at your table. If you want to take your Thanksgiving to the next level, check out this recipe that makes a festive addition to any side table. Your guests will be begging for leftovers. Save Print Pasta Pilaf-Stuffed Squash Author: adapted from pastafits.org Recipe type: Side Dish Prep time: 12 mins Cook time: 45 mins Total time: 57 mins … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving: Asian BBQ Chicken Wings
November 17, 2016 By Leave a Comment
I promised a week full of slow cookery to provide ease of use meals that require little to no thinking. But, I'm focused on Thanksgiving recipes and needed to share this delicious one for BBQ chicken wings. Admittedly, while these wings don't bake in a slow cooker, the recipe is as easy to prepare, and it would be the perfect addition to your appetizer hit list for the big turkey day. I recently had dinner over my neighbors and fell in love with this recipe because it's so basic to make yet, it tastes so decadent. The combination of soy … [Read more...]
Baked Apples
November 13, 2016 By Leave a Comment
After the long week that we've all endured, I decided I'd put my slow cooker to overuse. I honestly could not muster the energy or concentration to cook anything. I wanted to churn out meals that required as little prep and focus as possible. So, my slow cooker resumed its fixed place on my counter top and I started my week of slow cookery with Baked Apples. I specifically remember Mom making baked apples often during those cool fall days. However, she baked them in a beaten up cake pan in our oven, not in the porcelain pot of an electric … [Read more...]
