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Tag Archives: Dinner
What I was looking for.
On the menu: French Lentil Soup with Thyme and Sage Buttermilk Biscuits We sought out some seriously comforting foods last week. Not comfort food that brought us back to our roots, but warm, simple dinners to ward off the bone-chilling … Continue reading
Posted in Bacon, Breads, Dinner, Meat, Soups/Stews
Tagged buttermilk biscuits, Dinner, Food, Lentil Soup, puy lentils, Recipes
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Off the deep end.
On the menu: Black Pepper Tempeh We’ve gone off the deep end, friends. We’ve ventured into the world of alternative proteins. I don’t really count tofu as an alternative protein anymore because it’s become pretty popular. But tempeh? I still … Continue reading
I am all about it.
On the menu: Shrimp wontons with soy sesame dipping sauce As obsessed as I may be about cooking, I will drop any plans for dinner if Kevin asks to make something. The guy is incredibly laid back and therefore approves … Continue reading
Easy to adapt.
On the menu: Roasted Chickpeas and Vegetables We’ve been busy around here. I’ve picked up a second job to supplement my meager finances, and it has definitely taken a toll on my motivation to cook. But cooking is what keeps … Continue reading
Posted in Beans, Dinner, Rice, Vegetables, Vegetarian
Tagged Buttercup Squash, Dinner, Food, Meatless, Recipe, Roasted Chickpeas
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Seemed so simple.
On the menu: Mushroom Pies with Pear Salad Earlier this month, I took out my old November issues of Food Network Magazine to look for some Thanksgiving inspiration. I didn’t find any holiday ideas, but I did find a couple … Continue reading
Posted in Dinner, Salads, Sides, Vegetables, Vegetarian
Tagged Dinner, Food, Mushrooms, Pear Salad, Recipes
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We needed a foil.
On the menu: Smoky Pumpkin Black Bean Soup and Chiles Rellenos We’re still eating through our supply of Hatch green chiles. The flavors and the heat from New Mexican chiles are so great for the cooler temperatures of autumn, so … Continue reading
Posted in Dinner, Soups/Stews
Tagged Dinner, Food, Green Chiles, Pumpkin Black Bean Soup, Recipes
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A little compromise.
On the menu: Carne Adovada I confess. I am succumbing to an obsession with slow-roasted or braised Mexican pork dishes. They’re kind of trendy at the moment, and I totally understand why. Succulent, flavorful pork? I didn’t know that even … Continue reading
Posted in Dinner, Meat, Pork
Tagged Carne Adovada, Dinner, Food, New Mexico, Pork, Recipes, Red Chile
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Unexpectedly decadent.
On the menu: Acorn Squash with Quinoa and Pistachios and Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Grapes and Walnuts Wait! Don’t leave! Don’t get overwhelmed by the length of the names of these dishes like I did–this dinner was simple to make … Continue reading
Posted in Dinner, Other Grains, Sides, Thanksgiving, Vegetables, Vegetarian
Tagged Acorn Squash, Brussels Sprouts, Dinner, Food, Recipes, Thanksgiving, Vegetarian
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A transitory treat.
On the menu: Corn Potato Chowder Two things occurred last week that led to this meal: 1) It got bloody cold, and 2) It was Soup Week on The Kitchn. After spending a chilly week looking at all sorts of … Continue reading
That’s a lot of garlic.
On the menu: Garlic Pork Roast Have I ever told you how much I love garlic? It’s kind of a problem. Good thing Kevin eats all the same garlicky foods that I do…because then my garlic addiction would be a … Continue reading