Monday, February 26, 2018

Angel Hair with Fava Beans and Gremolata Pangrattato

Pasta with fava beans and lemony garlic breadcrumbs

Despite days of rain and gloom, the temperature is actually warming up quite a bit here. I think the groundhog said 6 more weeks of winter but that's just a rodent with a bad attitude. I'm predicting an early spring. And even if the sun is not quite cooperating now, I'm willing it to with spring-like foods.

Wednesday, February 21, 2018

Air Fried Doughnut Puffs

Air Fried Doughnut Puffs

I've been having fun testing recipes in my air fryer so it was only a matter of time before I tried something sweet. Doughnuts are such great deep fried treats so I obviously had to see how they would do without the oil.

Monday, February 19, 2018

Cheesy Meatloaf Sliders with Pickled Red Onion

Cheesy Meatloaf Sliders with Pickled Red Onion

Meatloaf is one of those recipes that I love as much the next day, as a leftover, as I do freshly made for dinner. It's one of my favorite comfort foods when served fresh with mashed potatoes and gravy (diners do this dish SO well) but it's equally amazing as a sandwich the next day.

Thursday, February 15, 2018

Buttered Bourbon Pop-Tail

Buttered Bourbon Pop-Tail

Do you and your friends love seeing all the Oscar nominated movies before the awards are handed out? It's definitely movie watching time around here and the planning of a festive group Oscar watching party. It's so much more fun to watch with other people.

Tuesday, February 13, 2018

Individual Red Lentil Pot Pies

Recipe for individual pot pies filled with vegetables and red lentils in a cheesy sauce.

There are just some culinary terms that make me extra happy and pot pie is one of them. The image of creamy filling encased in pastry is enough to make me hungry. It's also an incredibly versatile dish since both the crust and the filling can be varied so much.

Thursday, February 8, 2018

Apple Puff Tart with Tahini Caramel

Recipe for an apple dessert in puff pastry with tahini caramel sauce.

Not all Valentine's Day desserts have to contain chocolate. Especially if you suspect a box of your favorite chocolate truffles is being purchased for you because somebody knows how much you love them. So, on the assumption that somebody knows what's good for them and is purchasing said truffles, I think it's safe to move away from the chocolate. There should still be caramel, though.

Monday, February 5, 2018

Ground Beef Stroganoff

Recipe for a ground beef dish in a mushroom, beef stock and red wine sauce.

Sunday was cold and rainy and I was feeling run down from a long week. Normally I make a big pot of soup when I feel like that but I was more in the mood for something rich and hearty. Or, at least, rich tasting.