07 Saturday Jul 2018
Posted in apricots, Holiday Fare, Make Ahead, Side Dishes, Sweet Potatoes, Vegetarian
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apricot nectar, apricots, lemon juice, mulling spice, orange juice, parmesan cheese, pecans, Sweet Potatoes
This is particularly delicious with fish, seafood or pork. The thing I like about this, is that even though it’s nice Thanksgiving side dish, it’s wonderful when fresh apricots are in season. It’s quick, easy and totally delicious. Continue reading
24 Saturday Mar 2018
Posted in Baking, Broiling, Casserole, Cheese, Cheese, Gluten Free, Holiday Fare, Sweet Potatoes, Vegetarian
Sweet potatoes are a nice change of pace and they shouldn’t be relegated to being served as just a Thanksgiving side dish. And savory is the way to go, as sweet potatoes are sweet enough…you know, like The Goddess! Continue reading
28 Thursday Dec 2017
Posted in Gluten Free, Holiday Fare, Oysters
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celery hearts, fennel bulb, half and half, heavy cream, oyster liquor, Oysters, Shallots, Spices, Spinach, tarragon, whole milk
Tradition! Tradition! Can you hear the music soaring? Can you see the fiddler on the roof? Well, Oyster Stew was a New Year’s Eve tradition in my home. It was a simple version—butter, finely minced onion, whole milk, heavy cream, oyster and their liquor and heaps of black pepper…any oyster crackers. Simple and simply delicious. Continue reading
27 Wednesday Dec 2017
Posted in Beef, Gluten Free, Holiday Fare, Make Ahead, Roast
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butter, egg yolks, peppercorns, prime rib beef roast, seasonings, tarragon, white wine, white wine vinegar
Everyone should know how and feel comfortable making Prime Rib…It is Perfection! The process for this “perfection”, is what’s referred to as a “reverse sear”. It produces an incredibly delicious slab of meat. We’re talking salivatingly delicious. Continue reading
25 Monday Dec 2017
Posted in Christmas
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The Goddess wants to take a moment (and I do mean just a moment) to wish One and All—Happy Hanukkah, Feliz Navidad, Bon Natal, Joyeux Nöel, Buon Natale, and Merry Christmas! Yes, I know there are a ton more options, both from a linguist and religious standpoint. But, alas the language matters not, it’s the sentiment, the warmth and the joy of the Season, whichever holiday you and yours celebrates, that matters. Let’s join hands around our tables, look across those tables and see the best in each other. We all need to be seen in our best light.
The hands above are those of The Middle Progeny’s family. We welcomed a new addition, a Goddess-in-Training, if you will, this past September. She is spectacular and spectacularly healthy. Without a doubt she is the smartest, cutest baby in the world! She’s loaded with personality. I think her fist says it all, don’t you? And, of course, we are totally unbiased.
So may blessings galore rain down on our home and family. And may you experience untold joy and warmth this holiday season. Now, have that second helping of whatever your heart desires! Happy Holidays!
22 Friday Dec 2017
Posted in Condiments, Cranberries, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Thanksgiving, Vegetarian
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allspice, apple cider, cherry preserves, cinnamon stick, Cranberries, guava preserves, honey, Mango, Meyer lemon, orange pulp, orange zest, pineapple, sugar, water
‘Tis the time of year, and as you know, The Goddess loves her cranberry sauce. She loves homemade cranberry sauce. She loves the stuff in the cans, too. She’s been pining for cranberry sauce for months, so she began by making a double batch. Hey, cranberries are only around for a short time, but cranberry sauce can be forever! Well, almost…. Continue reading
16 Saturday Dec 2017
Posted in Gluten Free, Side Dishes, Sweet Potatoes, Thanksgiving, Vegetarian
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apple cider, bacon, bourbon, brown sugar, cornflakes, maple syrup, orange juice, pecans, Spices, Sweet Potatoes, unsweetened applesauce
Sweet potatoes or yams, I honestly don’t really know the difference. I know there is a difference. But, if you mash ’em up with some bourbon, top ’em with bacon and pecans and a good drizzle of maple syrup…well then, I don’t think it matters one bit. Continue reading
25 Saturday Nov 2017
Posted in Comfort Food, Gluten Free Option, Holiday Fare, Leftovers, Soup, Vegetarian
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bay leaf, broth, butter, dried herbs, dried mushrooms, dry sherry, fresh herbs, fresh mushrooms, Garlic, heavy cream, Leeks, soy sauce
At our home, mushroom soup is king. It’s pure comfort. I can’t believe I haven’t posted this before. I always have dried mushrooms in the cupboard, as well as porcini powder, so you can make mushroom soup whenever the mood comes over me. Continue reading
24 Friday Nov 2017
Posted in Gluten Free, Holiday Fare, Make Ahead, Sandwiches, Sauces, Vegetarian
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apricot preserves, curry powder, Greek-style yogurt, lime juice, mayonnaise, orange marmalade, Spices
A Thanksgiving turkey sandwich with slices of sweet mango, a good schmear of Sweet Curry Mayo, is hands-down, no contest, the favorite way The Eldest Progeny likes to have his leftover Thanksgiving turkey. And if a couple of slices of bacon happen to jump on the sandwich, he’ll sacrifice himself. It’s the blend of flavors, I guess. But, I always make a good-sized container of Sweet Curry Mayo for him and his sandwiches. Continue reading
22 Wednesday Nov 2017
Posted in Buffet Food, Casserole, Fennel, Garlic, Gluten Free Option, Make Ahead, Mushrooms, Onions, Pumpkin, Spinach, Thanksgiving, Vegetarian
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bacon, cheese, dried herbs, dry bread, fennel bulb, fresh herbs, frozen spinach, heavy cream, Leeks, Mushrooms, pie pumpkin, sliced garlic, Sun-dried, toasted nuts, white wine
Every now and again, we have a vegetarian at our holiday table. There are always plenty of side dishes that will work for them, but I think vegetarians should be able to experience a filling and delicious main course. Just to be clear, non-vegetarians gobble this up, too! Yeah, I went for the Thanksgiving pun…get over it! Continue reading
