07 Thursday Feb 2019
Posted in Apples, Cabbage, Gluten Free, Salads, Vegetarian
I’ve decided to inundate you with slaws…I’m loving them, so I feel the need to force feed them to you! This one is beautiful, very holiday-looking, and is particularly nice in winter. It drowns out the grey, days of dreariness with its vivid colors and it just tastes great! Continue reading
06 Wednesday Feb 2019
Posted in Cabbage, Gluten Free, Salads, Vegetarian
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ball park mustard, buttermilk, cabbage, celery heart, jicama, Mandarin oranges, mayonnaise, Scallions, sugar
Slaws are underrated, in The Goddess’s ever so humble opinion. I think perhaps we think they are too ordinary, which is too bad. They don’t have to be. Explore your inner, creative side and slaw away! Continue reading
24 Thursday Jan 2019
Posted in Asian, Gluten Free Option, Ground beef, Ground pork, Onions, Sandwiches, Thighs
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bell pepper, Garlic, ginger, Ground pork, hoisin sauce, ketchup, lime juice, red onion, sambal oelek
I hope you are familiar with the Asian chef, Ming Tsai. He did a series on PBS and he had a restaurant in the Boston area, Blue Ginger. Anyway, this is based on a recipe from one of his books. They are so good, sloppy and just plain delicious. I think they’re better the next day. Continue reading
16 Sunday Dec 2018
Posted in cheddar cheese, Peppers, Roasted, Sandwiches
Pimento Cheese Spread is synonymous with the Southern US. It’s everywhere and can be easily purchased in the deli section of most supermarkets. Now purists would have us believe, and they’re probably right, that the supermarket stuff is well, YUK! But, in a pinch, and when you don’t know what the “real thing” should taste like, it’s not too bad! Continue reading
07 Friday Dec 2018
Posted in Gluten Free Option, Make Ahead, sauerkraut, Side Dishes, Vegetarian Option
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apple, bacon, bacon fat, caraway seeds, flour, onion, sauerkraut
Did you have a nice Thanksgiving? We were blessed with a visit from our good Canadian friends, The Austrian Sweet Tooth and The Organizer, Now Retired (she’s my political conscience!). They were visiting to “experience” the “Southern” Thanksgiving, as they have never been with us for Thanksgiving, American-style, and a “Southern” Thanksgiving, as well. We didn’t do the traditional turkey, but feasted on Pork Tenderloin with Mushrooms, Herbs and Apples, Bread Stuffing with Herbs, Scalloped Corn and sauerkraut. Sauerkraut is just so delicious with pork, so why not? And this…this is some gooood sauerkraut! Continue reading
04 Tuesday Dec 2018
Posted in Clementine, Condiments, Hot Chiles, Plums
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Clementines, honey, hot chile, mustard seeds, orange juice, red plums, red wine vinegar, tomato paste, Vidalia onion, white sugar
Condiments! I love ’em! They add an unexpected zing! to life. They make great gifts and they are just so flexible, easy to make and really, just plain delicious! Take this lovely chutney…it’s a somewhat unexpected combination of flavors, it’s gorgeous at the holidays and damn, is it delicious with latkes or Parsnip Pancakes! Continue reading
01 Saturday Dec 2018
Posted in Apples, Condiments, Garlic, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Mushrooms, Onions, Vegetarian Option
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apples, bacon fat, broth, Dijon mustard, dry white wine, Garlic, Mushrooms, Onions, Spices
The mixture of onions, apples and mushrooms is a winning combination. I love this combination with pork or roasted chicken. This is particularly nice, because you can make it ahead and reheat it. I think it’s even better reheated, making it perfect for company. And, this compote positively screams autumn! Continue reading
21 Wednesday Nov 2018
Posted in Gluten Free, Sweet Potatoes, Vegetarian
Sweet potatoes are wonderful and should be eaten more frequently than just at Thanksgiving. Don’t get me wrong, mashed sweet potatoes are wonderful, like the Bourbon Sweet Potatoes with Bacon-Pecan Topping, Savory Layered Sweet Potatoes, or Scalloped Sweet Potatoes with a Kick!, but let’s not limit ourselves. Roasted sweet potato wedges are a delicious alternative. Continue reading
31 Wednesday Oct 2018
Posted in Quickies (It's not what you think!), Soup, Tomatoes, Uncategorized, Vegetarian
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bacon, broth, butter, corn kernels, fire-roasted tomatoes, Garlic, honey, olive oil, Onions, rice flour, tomato paste, whole milk
This is a simple, full-flavored version of tomato soup. I’ve already posted Simply Tomato Soup (with Options) and this is more or less that. But, I’ve tweaked and changed a few things and frankly, simplified the recipe. This is in keeping with our recent discussions of “basic” soups. And really, who doesn’t like a good, simple tomato soup? Continue reading
25 Thursday Oct 2018
Posted in Carrots, Gluten Free, Soup
Okay, so Carrot Soup has been done before. The Goddess does not live under a rock, so she’s aware of this. But, she thinks it’s just a good idea to master “basic” recipes. Then that recipe can then be a “jumping off” point for new flavor adventures. This is such a recipe. Continue reading
