Update and Redux: C – It can be hard for the vegans out there during a holiday full of meats. Fear not, we have lots of recipes on our Web site to help with vegans/vegetarians coming to a Thanksgiving dinner. This vegan mushroom gravy is awesome. Not many people will know … Continue reading
Category Archives: Sides
Thanksgiving Prep Week 2016: Ranch Style Smashed Red New Potatoes
Update and Redux: J – These guys are totally addicting. Also, completely different than Julia Child’s recipe. They are chunky, creamy and fresh. The herbs make a huge difference. They will be a hit … make lots. C – I think Luke and Chris are always in fear of leftovers. They never … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Prep Week 2016: Julia Child’s Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Update and Redux: C – Julia Child’s garlic mashed potatoes recipe is a masterpiece. It’s creamy, rich and full of flavor. No more lumpy potatoes on the dinner table. These potatoes smooth, wonderful, garlicky pillows of goodness. C – The name Julia Child gets everyone excited at my house. I … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Prep Week 2016: Turkey Leg Quarters Two Ways, Smoked and Roasted
Update and Redux: J – This started out as a “because we can” effort … with the help of Luke and Chris. Now, it’s more like “Sure, why not. It’s so good.” Nothing is difficult. It presents well. And, it’s gone in a flash. Make lots. C – I am so grateful … Continue reading
Fall Sides Week 2016: Sunchoke Puree with Chive Oil and Creme Fraiche
Update and Redux: J – This is one of those “oh, wow” holiday starters. Easy to serve individually, as people arrive. Or, all at once as an amuse bouch early in the meal. Be ready for second-serving requests. If you have extra shot glasses ready, seconds are a breeze. Enjoy. … Continue reading
Fall Sides Week 2016: Savory Challah Bread Pudding
Update and Redux: J – We did this for the first time a few years ago. Awesome. Now, it’s pretty much the only stuffing any of us will make … enough said? C – This is my new guilty pleasure. Well … for Thanksgiving anyway. Thanksgiving is usually tough for me, … Continue reading
Fall Sides Week 2016: Green Beans and Roasted Vegetables
Update and Redux: C – Need a flavorful Fall dish that everyone will love? Make this recipe of green beans and roasted vegetables. You might not want to share with anyone after you make it. C — One of my least favorite dishes … at my family’s house. Frozen carrots, peas, … Continue reading
Fall Sides Week 2016: Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Crisp Panchetta
Update and Redux: C – Brussels sprouts can be cooked wrong, but not in this recipe. They are roasted to perfection and topped off with panchetta. It makes it even better. C – I am a big fan of Brussels sprouts. … when they are done right. I think Brussels … Continue reading
Our Favorite French Food Week 2016: How To Make Torchon
Update and Redux: C – What to do with foie gras? Foie gras needs to be eaten quickly if you ever get a chance to get your hands on some. Or, you can make torchon. You can savor it a lot longer. C – Yesterday’s seared foie gras wasn’t what … Continue reading
Our Favorite French Food Week 2016: Brown Chicken Confit Rillette
Update and Redux: C – When I see a rillette on a French restaurant menu, I want to try it. But I am always scared I will waste my money because ours is so good. This recipe is amazing, addicting and changed my life for appetizers and dips. C – … Continue reading