C – This year my husband and I aren’t going to see his family in Tennessee for the holidays. We are definitely going to miss a lot of things. Seeing our niece and nephew. Every year they seem to be whole new people. Seeing my father-in-law’s new toys and adventures. … Continue reading
Category Archives: Snacks
Holiday Gift Ideas: Granola
Update and Redux: C – Got a cereal lover on your gift list for the holidays? Make some awesome homemade granola. It’s the best thing you can give them. This granola is not too sweet, either. Place it into small one-cup mason jars and put a ribbon on top. It’s … Continue reading
Holiday Gift Ideas: Flank Steak Jerky
Update and Redux: C – Jerky for a holiday gift idea? Yup! These are way better than dried sausages or salami. Unless they are homemade … but, that’s a different conversation. With homemade jerky you can add your own flare. I love the making lots of these jars to give … Continue reading
Holiday Gift Ideas: Candied Nuts
Update and Redux: C – Sweet and a little spicy nuts. You can also just add your own seasonings to the mix. It’s a great personalized gift for someone who loves to snack and isn’t allergic to nuts. Make it fancy with expensive nuts you can find for an affordable … Continue reading
Halloween Week: Giant Candy Corn
Update and Redux: C – We thought making giant candy corn would be cute. Yup, they were. They taste good. You really only have to eat one. I don’t think people will force you to eat another … unless you want it. C – Happy Halloween! When Jessica suggested we … Continue reading
Halloween Week: Jack-O-Lantern Deviled Eggs
C – Halloween parties are my least favorite kind of parties. Especially, when it is a potluck. What should we bring? Candy? Alcohol? I am sure candy is a given for everyone. I hate bringing either one. Not a big fan of bringing things like that unless it’s required. Monday … Continue reading
Fall Squash Week: Roasted Rosemary Acorn Squash
Update and Redux: C – I am still surprised how easy, delicious and addicting this recipe it. It’s perfect. Simple, beautiful and just plain impressive when you serve it for your guests. I really loved this dish. C – I can’t believe this is so simple … and so good! … Continue reading
Squash Week: Zucchini-Wrapped Scallops with Purple Beet Cubes, Fennel and Watercress Puree
J – Going over-the-top is fun! Luke and I were trying to figure out something different to do with zucchini. “This might be a little over-the-top” we mused. Good! Let’s do it. We have a grateful access to Azolla Farm and all the bounty Scrivner provides. Only problem is, we … Continue reading
Squash Week: Zucchini Pancakes
Update and Redux: C — It’s one of my vegetarian go-to meals. So fast and easy to make. It’s very filling and delicious with sriracha mayonnaise to go along with it. Add a side salad and you have a great vegetarian meal or a great snack. C – Jim is always … Continue reading
Summer Dinner Party Week: Endive with Tuna Confit and Caper Aioli
Update and Redux: J – This dish grew from a less-than-happy restaurant experience. We decided to do something about it. So, we made our own tuna confit! This easy appetizer is one of the delicious things you can make with tuna confit … Yum! What a great way to start … Continue reading