When I posted about Hellmann’s Chicken Change Up a couple of weeks ago, I had no idea I was unleashing something in my kitchen. Since then, DH has taken that idea and improved upon it.
Pan-Fried Fish
March 20, 2012 By 8 Comments
Growing up, freshly caught perch, bluegill, and crappie were a staple; usually beer battered in Drake’s.
Herb Roasted Lamb with Roasted Asparagus
February 29, 2012 By 10 Comments
In anticipation of spring and in honor of “roast” week in our Back to Basics Series, I present to you Herb Roasted Lamb with Roasted Asparagus.
Pin ItWondering What to Do with Random Winter Root Vegetables? Roast ‘em!
February 28, 2012 By 1 Comment
Perhaps you joined a winter CSA and aren’t exactly sure what the root vegetables you received are; or maybe you just want something quick to make that will clean out your refrigerator. Regardless, roasting winter root vegetables is the answer!
Pin ItPlum Tomato Pie {Really a Galette}
February 9, 2012 By 9 Comments
When I was researching tarts for this week’s Back to Basics theme, I combed my archives and discovered Plum Tomato Pie. At the time, I described it as “Not really a pie, more like a pizza.” Now I realize it was a galette! Or tart, whichever you want to call it.
Pin ItFlavored Butter
January 15, 2012 By 1 Comment
I was able to kill two birds with one stone by making this herbed butter–I wanted to try it for sauces week, plus it’s on my list of recipes I still need to finish from Simply in Season. This one is great on baked potatoes.
Pin ItMeat Sauce (Bolognese)
January 10, 2012 By 3 Comments
It’s not one of the four essential sauces, but this past weekend I went to a cooking demo at The Homestead Resort in Glen Arbor, MI. There, I learned how to make Bolognese (meat sauce) from an actual Italian chef!
10 Winter-ish Salads
January 3, 2012 By 6 Comments
“Local Cook,” you may be protesting, “how can you challenge us to make salad in the WINTER?” It’s easy to take fresh from the garden vegetables and create a salad, but in the winter it requires a bit more creativity. Here are some ideas to help you get outside the lettuce box.
Pin ItChorizo Breakfast Skillet
December 18, 2011 By 1 Comment
Leisurely Sunday breakfasts are a treasured tradition for me and DH. Today’s doubles as this week’s Dark Days Challenge entry and features nearly all local ingredients.
Pin It10 Favorite Holiday Appetizer Recipes
December 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
