Monthly Archives: November 2011

Spicy Snack Mix

Posted on November 28, 2011 by P~

I feel certain that everyone is familiar with that holiday favorite cereal snack mix out there.  This is similar, but filled with the things I love…and with a little kick.  If you’re searching for something a little different, give my … Continue reading →

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The Thanksgiving Letter

Posted on November 22, 2011 by P~

  Since it first appeared in Awkward Family Photos in 2009, this has become a holiday favorite; I thought I’d share it with you.  Marney penned a letter to her family in anticipation of the joyous gathering of kin.  

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Pan Seared Sea Bass with Mushroom Grits

Posted on November 21, 2011 by P~

For those of you who are local, The Market (at Washington and High Street) in Maryville has Sea Bass in stock.  It’s a delicious fish, very meaty in texture and mild in flavor.  This is a super simple recipe that’s … Continue reading →

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Bourbon Pecan Pie Cheesecake

Posted on November 18, 2011 by P~

I’ve been seeing so many different versions of cheesecakes for Thanksgiving, and this set me to thinkin’, “I wonder if anyone has done a pecan pie cheesecake?” I put on my tiara (yes, I’m the Google Queen) to do a … Continue reading →

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Shepherd’s Pie aka Cottage Pie

Posted on November 9, 2011 by P~

  Shepherd’s Pie is a savory meat (lamb) pie with the crust being formed with potatoes. Cottage Pie is the term that is applicable if any other form of meat is used, besides lamb. It’s easy to remember, Shepherd = … Continue reading →

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Bourbon Carrot Cake

Posted on November 6, 2011 by P~

In my mind, there is some intrinsic connection between Bourbon and Autumn and Carrot Cake. Perhaps it’s that bourbon equals football; football equals autumn and autumn equals the spiciness of carrot cake?  Add that all up and you either get … Continue reading →

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