Holidays don't mean too much to me, we didn't celebrate them when I was growing up. My Mom and I did though often bake and cook together, as she liked to make things for us and her family, and holidays were usually when ingredients were on sale. I don't have a lot of family left… Continue reading My Mother’s Kitchen: Hamantaschen Cookies
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The Best Cranberry Sauce Evah…….
Yeah, I know. It takes a lot to declare something "Best Evah". 'Cause usually it isn't. I try to not shout this too often for that reason, but yeah, this cranberry sauce will slap you in the face and demand to be eaten. Not to be ignored and found moldy in the frig on the second week of January.....this you… Continue reading The Best Cranberry Sauce Evah…….
Simple & Delicious Pumpkin Pie
A theme with my pies this year for the holidays is think simple. Don't over think the classics. Stick with organic ingredients and enjoy my time with the family rather than sweating if a new recipe will turn out.....next year I'll get back to being adventurous when the baby is older. Simple & Delicious Pumpkin Pie… Continue reading Simple & Delicious Pumpkin Pie
Butternut Farro Risotto
I was inspired to try this via a recipe I came across in a copy of Good Housekeeping Light & Healthy Cooking: 250 Delicious, Satisfying, Guilt-Free Recipes (Good Housekeeping Cookbooks), on page 222. With a few adaptions and cooking changes we had a very tasty dinner. Having said that, if you haven't tried Farro (Emmer Wheat)… Continue reading Butternut Farro Risotto