a journal of food, family & friends
A fulfilling life. What does that mean exactly? Let’s get the basics out of the way so we can concentrate on the core of this. You know what I mean by basics …like having our most fundamental needs met on a daily basis. Food on the table and a roof over our head. Good health
This Middle-Eastern inspired side dish, Moroccan Roasted Eggplant with Stewed Tomatoes, is just too delicious to save for dinner. Pile it high on top of a generous amount of hummus. Add pita bread or naan. And you have everyone’s new favorite appetizer.
Who doesn’t love fresh pastries? All warm and crispy, straight from the oven. You can enjoy that at home. With this easy recipe using frozen puff pastry dough. These Super Easy Pear & Cranberry Turnovers can be on your table. So darn good.
Here’s a delicious addition to your appetizer tray. This Caramelized Fennel & Leek Cheese Dip can be made ahead then thrown in the oven for the final step.
You know that chicken soup your grandma used to make? The one that simmered on the stove for hours? This Quick & Rich Chicken Soup with Fresh Noodles may not be that exact soup but it sure does taste like it.
There’s something about really good hummus that’s simply addictive. I’m not talking about the pre-packaged type that you find in the refrigerated section of your store. I’m here to talk about the freshly made creamy goodness created in an authentic Middle Eastern establishment. I am so happy to have found the recipe for Ottolenghi’s Basic
Not sure if you would call Cinnamon Raisin Bread Pudding a breakfast treat or a dessert. However you label it, you must give this one a try. It is beyond delicious. And so easy to make.
Do you love the flavor of coconut? If so, these guys are for you. The pairing of coconut and blueberries is pure genius.
Who doesn’t love roasted carrots? We’re big fans in my household. Sometimes, I’ll add some carrot chunks to my tray of potatoes before they go in the oven to roast. Just for the heck of it. But you really need to check out these guys. These Roasted Carrots with Honey Butter Glaze from Cafe Delites
When delicata squash was recently at the height of its season, I stocked up on quite a bit of it. I’ve been storing it in an open container on my back porch. It’s been just the right environment to keep it fresh and tasty, but it’s now time to cook up that goodness. Or I
You’ve seen those videos that pop up on your Facebook feed, right? The finished Scalloped Potato Roll looks so amazing but they sometimes seem to be a bit intimidating. My friend recently tagged me on this one …wondering if I may be interested in trying it out for my blog. So glad she did.
Who doesn’t love soft pretzels? Imagine making them, sort of from scratch, in your own home. It’s way easier than you may think.
