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
25 Tuesday Sep 2018
Posted in Apples, Gluten Free, Mushrooms, Onions, Pork, Skillet Dinner
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apples, boneless pork ribs, broth, fresh herbs, Garlic, heavy cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, Mushrooms, olive oil, onion
When I made this there was a hurricane brewing out there in the Atlantic. And it hit North Carolina. It hit hard near the coast. Sadly, there are far too many people who suffered terrible loss at the hands of Mother Nature and will continue to deal with the devastation left in the wake of Flo. We were very fortunate that Flo changed her mind and lost some steam by the time she arrived inland. But, life goes on and you have to keep up your strength to brave the elements and repair the damage done. Continue reading
18 Tuesday Sep 2018
Posted in Gluten Free Option, Ground beef, Main Course, Mushrooms, Onions, Pan-Frying, Shallots
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arrowroot, Bread, capers, Garlic, ground chuck, ketchup, Mushrooms, Onions, red wine, Shallots, stock, Swiss cheese
Salisbury Steak is just a lovely way of saying that we’re looking at a thick hamburger “steak” with gravy. And I’m all over that. I hate those thick burgers, that in order to eat them you have to unhinge your jaw, like a python. I always eat those types of burgers with a knife and fork anyway, so why not add some terrific gravy? 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
14 Sunday May 2017
Posted in Comfort Food, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Mushrooms, Soup, Vegetarian
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bacon bits, black pepper, butter, chicken broth base, dried mushrooms, dry white wine, fresh chives, garlic granules, heavy cream, Leeks, lemon juice, Mushrooms, rice flour, Thyme, whole milk
The Spicy Honey loves his mushroom soup. Usually, he’s happy with the canned stuff, but this is so simple to make; it is really soooooo delicious. I thought I probably should share the recipe. Because, you need to make this. Continue reading
