by Josie | Jun 21, 2022 | Citrus, Cooking, Gluten Free, Herbs, Roasting and grilling, Sides, Vegan, Vegetarian
These chilled carrots are outstanding. I’m now exploring different herbs and enhancements so we can enjoy them year round – chilled or hot. Roasting carrots not only brings out the naturally sweet flavor, but enhances the gorgeous color, whether orange,...
by Josie | Dec 20, 2021 | Chicken, Dairy, Fermented Foods, Herbs, Hors d'oeuvres, Potatoes, Recipes, Sides, Skillet Cooking
Latkes are traditional potato pancakes. We made them every year for our new year’s brunch and served them with homemade applesauce, caramelized shallots, sour cream and chopped chives. There are so many recipes you could use and it seems that anyone who makes...
by Josie | Nov 28, 2021 | Recipes, Sauces, Sides, Vegan Option, Vegetarian
Brussel sprouts are in season right now. I have a hard time not buying them, especially when they’re displayed on the stalk. Everyone in our family loves them, particularly if they’re roasted – so I’ve been buying a lot lately. Unlike...
by Josie | Oct 21, 2021 | Condiments, Curry, Gluten Free, Hors d'oeuvres, Meal Planning, Salad Dressing, Salads, Sauces, Sides, Uncategorized, Vegan, Vegetarian
In my earlier days, the word hors d’oeuvre was typed in every single catering proposal I wrote. I just flashed back on that as my fingers quickly tapped it out on the keyboard. It’s still in there after all these years. This hors d’oeuvre idea was...
by Josie | Aug 31, 2021 | Cheese, Chef Inspired, Dairy, Gluten Free, Herbs, Roasting and grilling, Sides, Vegan Option, Vegetarian
I was reminded of this recipe this morning when my daily NYT email came through. We’ve made this a couple of times this summer, but I always forget to take pictures! So the picture credit goes to NYT. With summer coming to an end, so is our coveted corn...
by Josie | Aug 17, 2021 | Cheese, Freezer Friendly, Gluten Free, Herbs, Meal Planning, Recipes, Roasting and grilling, Sides, Vegetarian
These potatoes pair well with grilled meats, meatloaf, fish, grilled sausages, entree salads and omelettes. They turn out crisp, golden and totally enticing on the bed of sautéed garlicky kale. We have had these many times and most recently with grilled lamb chops,...
