Day 98 Today’s recipe is perfect for company. The filling is much like that of a potpie while the topper for each serving is a cheddar garlic drop biscuit instead of a pastry crust. You really need nothing more than some sliced tomatoes or green peas on the side of this casserole to make it a complete, balanced meal. Photo […]
Day 97 If you like the flavors of bacon, butter, and maple together, this recipe is for you. And furthermore, if you enjoy the texture of cake or breakfast breads with these aforementioned flavors, this recipe is really, really, really for you. Photo by Maggie Kapustin Just trust me on this one. Embrace how easy it is. Celebrate its […]
Day 96 All that talk about Julia Child in my last entry is to blame. That’s what made me want to read her recipe for garlic soup and to begin searching for others so that I could make something of my own. Next, of course, I’ll try hers and compare. I already know the winner; no one can top a […]
Day 95 I made these individual trifles in plastic disposable cups last weekend for our book club. They related a bit to the book we were discussing, Big Little Lies, by Liane Moriarty (a fun read!) since the main characters often enjoyed mimosas and muffins together. Trying to indulge the orange flavor and the airy texture in this trifle, […]
Day 94 There really are some desserts that needn’t be changed or adorned; they are delicious just as they are. Old-fashioned pies certainly qualify as a sort of simplistic perfection, and what better pie than an egg custard? It falls into the category of desserts that have survived, basically unchanged, for generations. My grandmother used to reminisce about her grandmother’s […]
Day 93 My husband, Doug, has mentioned for years that he wanted not only to make, but to perfect his German grandmother’s butter cookies. He has mentioned them on a regular basis, always reminiscing about how he relished them as a child. Having no one still living in his family who has a copy of the recipe, he began searching […]
Day 92 Whenever I serve grilled chicken, pork, or steak, finding a suitable side that isn’t humdrum is a chore. The usual—baked, fried, or mashed potatoes—can be boring. Recently, I began experimenting with various hash brown casserole recipes to see which flavor combinations might work best with a hearty meat. I really liked the idea of a potato casserole as […]
Day 91 It’s March, and I bet I can safely assume that we’re all ready for spring weather. Food-wise, however, we still have a few more weeks to enjoy some rich chowders, soups, bisques, and stews. Let’s take advantage of the fleeting winter temps with today’s recipe! This clam chowder is definitely just what the doctor ordered for a delicious […]
Day 90 This recipe is my twist on the more traditional stuffed shells that often include ricotta and ground beef with a savory tomato marinara. Sometimes, especially in colder weather, I want to serve my family a dish that’s more stick-to-the-ribs. I’ve taken this idea and paired it with some springtime flavors—grilled chicken, peppers, onions, garlic, and spinach—to create a […]
Day 89 It all started with an innocent trip to a country French café that I enjoy, La Madeleine. When I go there, I never can decide which pastry I want from the display case because they all look scrumptious. I am fairly certain I’ve heard most of them call my name on at least one occasion. I’ve learned to […]
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