Pumpkin AND pecans? Why yes, and it’s delicious!
Maple Glazed Parsnips
February 8, 2010 By 8 Comments
So here’s another attempt at parsnips with maple. The soup from the other day tasted good, but the texture just wasn’t right. I figured I had a better shot at this recipe from Simply in Season because who doesn’t love roasted parsnips?
Whole Beet Skillet
February 7, 2010 By 4 Comments
I used to think I hated beets. Turns out I just don’t like canned beets in those weird jelly-like slices. When I started getting them in my CSA, I’d steam them when I made rice. The juice made the rice a pretty pink, and when they were steamed they didn’t have the funny taste I [...]
Fit Jerk Friday: Chai Oatmeal
February 5, 2010 By 6 Comments
This week, I was really worried that I’d have to report a gain. I had my monthly, er, blip. Luckily it came off and then some, so I netted a half pound loss for the week. Better than a gain! In my weight loss class we are focusing on fiber this week. So for my [...]
5 Reasons Why My Blog Rocks
February 4, 2010 By 11 Comments
Maple Parsnip Soup (Dark Days Challenge)
February 4, 2010 By 5 Comments
Maple Parsnip Soup, I really wanted to like you. You were so quick and easy, I was able to fit you in while spending 40 minutes on the treadmill. You feature some of the best produce that Michigan has to offer–parsnips and maple syrup.
Sweet Potato Quesadillas
February 2, 2010 By 10 Comments
This is another one of those recipes from Simply in Season where I read it and was like “huh?” But when I started to add the herbs, it all started to come together. I hope that someday I’ll be able to figure all these herbs out, and what flavors they help meld together. This recipe [...]
Corny Cornbread
February 1, 2010 By 2 Comments
Yes, this is made with cornmeal and not a box It’s very tasty and the corn keeps it moist. DH LOVED this, he had several helpings. Another winner from Simply in Season. Would it have been better with real corn fresh from the cob, in season? Yes. But DH wouldn’t have eaten any less.
