Monthly Archives: January 2013

Masa de Harina Sweet Cornbread

Posted on January 30, 2013 by P~

  This isn’t any ol’ ordinary cornbread. It’s light as air, slightly sweet,  a tad yellow, and the answer to a challenge. Well, not a challenge in the conventional sense, but a challenge to me nonetheless. I know someone (who … Continue reading →

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Asparagus and Artichoke Stuffed Portobellos {Meatless Monday}

Posted on January 28, 2013 by P~

Asparagus and Artichoke Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms are the feature today for Meatless Monday; they are hearty, beautiful, filled with flavor, and in addition to being perfectly wonderful as a main dish served with a salad, the stuffing would transform these … Continue reading →

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Pomegranate Sangria

Posted on January 27, 2013 by P~

It’s that time of year when many people get the winter doldrums; it used to be that such feelings were attributed to mood. Now, I guess, there’s a real disorder associated with those doldrums: Seasonal Affective Disorder. I’m not poo-pooing … Continue reading →

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pecans

Posted on January 26, 2013 by P~

Brussels Sprouts get so little love amongst vegetables; this being, I think, because most people have not had them prepared in a way that makes them shine. This version does that, oh-boy-howdy, does it. There are no excuses to not … Continue reading →

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Chicken Piccata – {Five Ingredient Friday}

Posted on January 25, 2013 by P~

Not only is Chicken Piccata delicious, elegant looking, light and zesty, it is simple to prepare and it is ready in mere minutes. This Five Ingredient Friday entrée will become a favourite in your household; it certainly is in ours. … Continue reading →

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Kale and White Bean Soup – {Meatless Monday}

Posted on January 21, 2013 by P~

Kale and White Bean Soup is so chock-full of wonderful vitamins, minerals and protein – all without any meat. Not only that, it is delicious and filling. This soup is the third in my Meatless Monday installments and it covers … Continue reading →

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Spinach Artichoke Dip

Posted on January 20, 2013 by P~

Spinach Artichoke Dip is one of the most frequently seen appetizer dips on restaurant menus all over. There is a reason for this, and that would be because it is delicious. I’ll put this dip up against any you have … Continue reading →

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Oreo Egg Rolls {Five Ingredient Friday}

Posted on January 18, 2013 by P~

The avoidance of gluttony resulted in the creation of…well, a gluttonous dessert! Fail? Oh, no, I don’t think so. Neither will you, when you try these crispy-on-the-outside-gooey-chocolate-y-creamy-on-the-inside packages of delight: Oreo Egg Rolls. 

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Fig Sauce with Caramelized Onion and Bourbon

Posted on January 16, 2013 by P~

This fig sauce is part sauce, part glaze, and very reminiscent of a chutney; not only that, it’s part “cheater” because it starts out with a jar of fig preserves that get dressed up a bit. This is a method … Continue reading →

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Ratatouille Rigatoni – Eggplant and Zucchini Pasta {Meatless Monday}

Posted on January 14, 2013 by P~

Ratatouille is usually served as a side dish, but it can be served as a meal with pasta or rice. In this case, it is an entrée served with really fat rigatoni, making it a perfect meal for Meatless Monday. … Continue reading →

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