Mix AND bake a chocolate chip cookie all in one skillet!! This recipe had me at one skillet (and one spoon). Serve this giant baked cookie right out of the skillet with 4 scoops of ice cream and 4 spoons. Slightly under-cook for a gooey, chewy fun dessert. In […]
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Leek Bread Pudding
My computer went to computer heaven and took along many of my December posts and photos!!! Fortunately, I had this recipe on my list from last year to try. Success with a capitol S! This bread pudding will be present on my Christmas menu to accompany beef tenderloin. Thomas Keller […]
Roasted Cranberries Ricotta And Honey Crostini
It’s the cranberries big season, the traditional condiment for your Thanksgiving table. These nutritional powerhouses also make a great appetizers for the big day. Roasted cranberries have a sweet tartness that make a perfect companion for ricotta or goat cheese. A drizzle of honey adds a sweet note and […]
Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes
The Bitten Word is a highly respected food blog that scours current monthly food magazines and cooks at least one recipe from each. They are honest with their results, good or bad. So, I trust Zach and Clay when they find a winner. Every year they host a “Fakesgiving” (weeks […]
Roasted Cauliflower With Crunch Butter and Pickled Peppers
One of the Stephanie Izard’s most popular and long running dishes at “Girl And The Goat” is roasted cauliflower with crunch butter and pickled peppers. She combines caramelized cauliflower with a topping that includes butter, garlic, Parmesan and panko bread crumbs. She pickles peppers and then tosses them with toasted pine […]
French Apple Cake
Dorie Greenspan, the renowned cookbook author, calls this her “back pocket recipe,” meaning it can be made without a trip to the store. This trademark apple cake needs few ingredients and just a couple of steps to produce a rustic dish which is more apple than cake. Just mix in a […]
Sweet Potato Galettes
My last post, Crunchy Butternut Squash from Yotan Ottolenghi, was a hit. So… I’m back in his cookbook because I love the way he combines simple ingredients to create dishes that are memorable and delicious. For this seasonal stunner start with store-bought puff pastry, add a layer of sour cream, […]
Crusted Butternut Squash
Tis the season for delicious sides bursting with Fall flavors! This vibrant recipe highlights sweet butternut squash drizzled with olive oil and tossed with bread crumbs, herbs, garlic and earthy Parmesan cheese. The quick, easy recipe is the genius of London’s Ottolenghi….he never disappoints with his perfect combinations of […]
Apple Dutch Baby
Apples on apples on apples…..this is a tasty way to take advantage of Fall’s greatest fruit. It’s an eggy creation that is a cross between a pancake and a crepe. This easy, delicious dish with its crisp golden brown edges and popover texture offers a weekend breakfast better than […]
Cider Dijon Pork Chops with Roasted Vegetables and Apples
This healthy autumn dish highlights apples, fennel and sweet potatoes roasted until perfectly caramelized. Pan frying the pork chops creates a base for a sweet and savory sauce…..the result, a colorful and flavorful meal that will have you cheering the season. Cider Dijon Pork Chops with Roasted Vegetables an […]
Herbed Rotisserie Chicken
The store-bought rotisserie chicken seems to be a weekly staple for most families. I love the convenience of the ready-made bird however, they just don’t come close to the flavor of roasting your own. Many roasters are cooked at a high heat, slathered with butter and come out of […]
Corn And Pancetta Salad
We still have corn at the farmer’s market!! What a year. What a salad. Smokey charred scallions, roasted corn, crispy pancetta, earthy mushrooms, nutty Gruyere, refreshing greens and a bright dressing all combine for the perfect autumnal salad. Thanks Maureen for the inspiration!! Corn And Pancetta Salad Serves 6 6 large […]
Tomato Sauce With Onion And Butter
Every Wednesday, Food 52 prints a recipe they claim “Genius”. Columnist Kristen Miglore explains: ”There are good recipes, and great ones — and then there are genius recipes. Genius recipes surprise us and make us rethink cooking tropes. They’re handed down by luminaries of the food world and become […]
Zucchini, Rice And Cheese Gratin
Not everyone gets excited about zucchini. But when “goat girl” showed up with a bag of these end-of-summer veggies along with tons o’ tomatoes, my search for a great dish began. This original Julia Childs recipe is quick and easy and is featured on many fantastic food blogs. You will […]
Corn Fritters with Cilantro Lime Sauce
With corn still the star of the season, I tried a few corn cake recipes this week and the winner is……………this one (with a a big nod to WSJ)!! It’s healthy, savory, spicy and has a great texture that holds up well to toppings. A great appetizer or the […]
Grilled Corn And Black Bean Salad With Cilantro Lime Dressing
For our meatless Monday, I took a look at the weekend leftovers and turned these farmstand veggies into a simple salad brimming with bright flavors. The grilled corn steals the show in this protein packed entree. Grilling the corn turns this summer staple smokey. Add creamy avocado, grilled poblanos, […]
Zucchini Parmesan Crisps
It’s prime season for summer squash and when the harvest shows up you need to get going!! Zucchini bread, zucchini ribbons, or crispy chips are just a few ways to enjoy these seasonal veggies. This healthy, savory snack is the perfect vehicle for all that yummy Parmesan cheese. Serve with […]
Bloody Mary Salad
Hold the Vodka! That’s all that’s missing in this tasty twist of a Bloody Mary. Sweet, farm fresh tomatoes combined with all those yummy components of the cocktail make a delicious side for your summer BBQ. I paired this salad with a grilled flank steak and roasted potatoes for a […]
Charred Green Beans with Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette
Another idea for all those beans coming out of your garden and local farmers markets. A quick and tasty 10 minute side to pair with your summer mains. Charring the beans brings out a smokey, nutty flavor and it’s the only way I prepare these seasonal veggies. Add lime and […]
Sweet Kentucky Bourbon Cornbread Pudding with Candied Jalapenos
When I served this side along with BBQ ribs, I called it cornbread and Randy quickly responded, “this is not cornbread.” Huh? I looked at the recipe again and he was right, it is corn pudding. While that made sense to him, I’m really “not a connoisseur of the cornbread” […]
Tortellini Salad with Lemon and Asparagus
A refreshing summer pasta salad was the hit of the last shower I attended. It had colorful highlights of asparagus and yellow peppers, but the real star was that dressing……sweet and tangy. (I added an alternative dressing with less sugar, however the first dressing is my fave!) The finishing touches included […]
Cherry Almond Dutch Baby
Where has this baby been my whole life??? I had my first Dutch Baby a few weeks ago in wine country at a beautiful B&B where host Felisa introduced me to this tasty dish. This “pancake” pulls together quickly using a few basic ingredients that you can whisk in a bowl […]
Tarragon Chicken Salad
This salad…..amazing and amazingly simple, is a must for your busy summer schedule. Picnics, concerts, ballgames….and “I just don’t feel like cooking dinner tonight” dinners. A light and refreshing salad that has sweetness from the grapes, crunch from the celery, and a slight hint of anise from the tarragon. Cooking the […]
Cedar Planked Salmon With Maple Glaze and Mustard Mashed Potaotes
Well, there is a first for everything ….and this was that!! Success. Cooking salmon on cedar planks creates a fragrant, smokey flavor that helps lock in the moisture AND prevents the fish from sticking to the grill. A glaze of maple syrup with ginger, garlic, soy and lemon juice […]
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Grilled Veggies With Quinoa
After busy summer weekends, we like a fresh start on our Monday’s with healthy veggie packets. When you heat the vegetables in foil packets they release their natural juices and the heat also helps to caramelize them. This is hardly a recipe, really just a starting point for you to […]
Bean-tini
A spicy twist on the classic dirty martini. I came across this jar of specialty pickled french beans and thought this could be a clever use of these summer veggies. The ingredients of the brine are apple cider vinegar, cane sugar, sweet onions, serrano peppers, red peppers, salt and […]
Stuffed Poblano Peppers
If you are a food prepper or have a fridge with lots of leftovers, this recipe pulls together quickly for a tasty weeknight dinner. Poblano chiles are rich and flavorful with a mild to medium heat. Mix the remaining ingredients to create a fiesta of flavor that can be adjusted […]
Celery Salad With Dates, Almonds, And Parmesan
A refreshing, simple salad that has huge flavor and big nutrition! Cool and crisp from the celery, sweet from dates, sour from the lemon, salty from Parmesan, crunch from the almonds…pretty much says it all! We love this satisfying side paired with salmon and a crisp white wine. […]
Grilled Chicken Apple Cheddar Burgers
One of the most popular posts on ShreddedSprout is the Chipolte Apple Turkey Burger. Well, move over…..you have some serious competition!! This chicken burger with apples, cheddar cheese, red onion, bacon and Dijon has just won over my love of the “white burger.” Start with lean ground chicken breast […]