by Brian | Nov 21, 2023 | Recipes, Thanksgiving
Still in search of an ideal side dish for your holiday table? There is life beyond mere potatoes and carrots. Here’s a gratin, sans cheese, so it is strikingly healthy. And earthy with the fall flavors of parsnips, celery root, and sweet potatoes. It’s a lovely way to...
by Brian | Mar 31, 2018 | Recipes
Sunday is Easter and many of us will be enjoying protein + potatoes. Rich, gooey potatoes. This recipe, from Cast Iron Skillet: Big Flavors, suggests using prosciutto strips on top. I...
by Brian | Nov 18, 2017 | Recipes
Yes, those little pumpkins you have used for decoration can be eaten, too. For this dish you can cook your own pumpkin or squash, or buy the ready-made puree. For a busy Thanksgiving meal, that can might be a time-saver! This dish comes from Patricia Wells so you know...
by Brian | Aug 8, 2017 | Recipes
In John Whaite’s wonderful Perfect Plates in 5 Ingredients there is this rather interesting recipes. John notes that not even he needs meat to make a meal, or at least not every meal. This most hearty gratin will lower your appetite and elevate your satisfaction...
by Brian | Nov 7, 2016 | Recipes
In Cooking, Blokes & Artichokes: A Modern Man’s Kitchen Handbook chef, and now author, Brendan Collings provides guidance to all men. Including the kitchen-challenged. You don’t really need courage to cook, just a smile, a great guide, and...