This banana bread has all of the wonderful qualities that we love in banana bread plus some chocolate-y goodness. And it’s moist. And oh my goodness it is so moist that you don’t even need to add that large pat of butter on top. 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon bakingContinue reading “Chocolate Chip Banana Bread”
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Creamy Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese
6 tablespoons butter 1 cup panko bread crumbs 2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese 12 ounce of macaroni noodles 3 cups whole milk, warmed 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard 1 teaspoon fine salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 package of frozen pureed butternut or winterContinue reading “Creamy Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese”
Goat’s milk, anyone?
After receiving several cases of goat cheese and feta from my dear mother, I am now forced to get my creative cooking juices flowing. Last night’s creation was a pleasant mixture of this cheese and a few things I picked up during my Trader Joes shopping spree. Honey BBQ Chicken Wraps Approximately 2 tbsp ofContinue reading “Goat’s milk, anyone?”
What’s for dinner? BBQ glazed meatloaf
Tonight I decided to try something new and switch my sweet tomato sauce glaze with a sweet BBQ sauce. This is definitely a keeper. Top your super-secret family meatloaf recipe with a cup of good Kansas City BBQ sauce mixed with a tablespoon of dark brown sugar. Save a little sauce to heat up andContinue reading “What’s for dinner? BBQ glazed meatloaf”
Chicken Sausage, veggie, goat cheese scramble
Breakfast burritos for brunch with ingredients on hand: 2 sundried tomato chicken sausages8 medium eggsHalf of a yellow onion1 small yellow squash2 cups frozen hashbrowns4 ounces goat cheeseDash of garlic powderDash of smoked paprikaDash of milk – Brown hashbrowns, onions– Add chopped sausage and squash; Cook until tender. – Add eggs beaten with milk, garlicContinue reading “Chicken Sausage, veggie, goat cheese scramble”
Confessions of a Salad Hater
Although they are generally healthy, and don’t make you heat up your kitchen with an hour-long oven bake… I just don’t like salads. I definitely like most of the ingredients in most salads, but the large amount of lettuce and lack of bread just kind of leaves me unfulfilled. If I do order a saladContinue reading “Confessions of a Salad Hater”
Whole wheat pasta… it’s actually good!
In the interest of being a bit more health-conscious and possibly losing those last 5lbs before a vacation to the beach, I’ve been substituting whole wheat in most of my pasta dishes. I’ve actually decided that in some cases I really like whole wheat pasta better. It’s chewier, has a more earthy flavor, and holdsContinue reading “Whole wheat pasta… it’s actually good!”
Pierogi Casserole
I made this casserole for a Christmas party with an international theme. No one really had a clue what it was supposed to be, so it’s best labeled as “mashed potato lasagne.” It’s tasty and a kid-favorite, but it’s also really rich. The picture was taken just before I put the casserole into the ovenContinue reading “Pierogi Casserole”
Must try: Nicole’s Awesome Bleu Cheeseburgers
I just have to comment on Nicole’s bleu cheeseburger genius over at Pinch My Salt. I made these on Tuesday night and I think I’m still having dreams about them. I didn’t even get a photo of my version since I was too concerned with getting somewhere to start eating immediately. I should also noteContinue reading “Must try: Nicole’s Awesome Bleu Cheeseburgers”
Rachael’s Bacon and Egg Carbonara
Course Salt1 pound Spaghetti1/3 pound pancetta, cured Italian meat, chopped (bacon works too)2 tablespoons4 or 5 cloves garlic, finely chopped1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, crushed in palm of hand1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken stock2 large egg yolks3 tablespoons Parmesan CheeseA handful fresh parsley leaves, finely choppedA few grinds black pepper – PlaceContinue reading “Rachael’s Bacon and Egg Carbonara”
Delusions of Chefery 