Pumpkin Bundt Cake with Orange Glaze I made pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving one year and used canned pumpkin. That was the first and last time! I don't recommend it. Baking fresh pumpkin takes a little longer but makes a big difference in taste. To bake pumpkins, remove tops and scoop out seeds and stringy pulp. Slice […]
Yellow Basmati Rice This fragrant rice is a great accompaniment to many chicken and meat dishes. Especially Middle Eastern and Greek. The saffron adds a bright color and delicious taste. Ingredients 3 cups Basmati Rice, rinsed in several changes of cold water until water runs clear 4 ½ cups + ¼ cup boiling-hot water 1 […]
Lemongrass Braised Chicken I planted lemongrass in my herb garden this year. It grew strong and tall. This aromatic herb is pungent in flavor and should be used in small amounts. When buying lemongrass select fresh stalks that don't look dry and brittle. If you don't find it at your local grocery store, lemongrass is […]
Spiced Butternut Squash Soup My absolute favorite squash! A good source of vitamin C, fiber, magnesium, and potassium butternut squash has yellow skin and orange fleshy pulp. When ripe it turns increasingly orange and sweeter in taste. The hardest part about making this soup is peeling and cutting the squash. Once you've accomplished that the […]
The air is cooler and the warm fall colors are here, its harvest season. The meaning of harvest is the gathering of a crop. Sitting in the center of my kitchen island is a big decorative bowl that I use to fill with my daily harvest. Acorn, butternut, pumpkin, kacocha, and spaghetti squashes; Pineapples, bananas, lemons […]
The subject is frequently mentioned at the dinner table. "What is high cholesterol?" "Is it important to get my cholesterol levels checked?" "My cholesterol is 250, is that high?" "What is the difference between HDL and LDL levels? Here is a brief introduction to cholesterol... Cholesterol levels play a big role in your heart health. High cholesterol levels are […]
Red and White Sauce Lasagna with Sausage and Mushrooms The Sausage and Bella mushroom tomato sauce combined with the Shitake Mushroom White sauce creates a tasty lasagna recipe with a slight creaminess. It is a huge favorite in my kitchen. The only problem is the lasagna is quickly demolished and there are never any leftovers! […]
Sausage and Bella Mushroom Tomato Sauce with Penne Pasta The sausage, mushroom, and hint of spice create a flavorful sauce and a wonderful aroma. It's the perfect meal for any evening. Ingredients 1 ½ pounds Mild Italian Sausage, casings removed 1 pound bella mushrooms, sliced 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 large red bell […]
Grilled Rib Eye Steaks with Red Corn Relish and Red Pepper Mashed Potatoes Yes there is red corn and yes it's delicious. The flavor of the corn is earthy and stays more al dente than yellow corn when cooked. You may run into red corn at the grocery store when in season. It is definitely […]
Red Pepper Mashed Potatoes Roasted red peppers are one of my favorite ingredients to cook with. They add a beautiful color and flavor to many dishes. It brings a unique taste to this mashed potato recipe. You will love it! Ingredients 10-12 medium red potatoes cut into large cubes (skins on) 2 red bell peppers, […]