How many kids do you know who like Brussels sprouts? Somehow, Brussels sprouts are at the top of our list (minus the husband). I should clarify, Trader Joe’s Shaved Brussels sprouts, sautéed with olive oil and sea salt, was what originally put them on our radar. From there, I gained the confidence to experiment with a new dish: Brussels sprouts and Bacon with Maple Syrup. Another hit. The irony? There isn’t a shred of Brussels sprouts in any of Mom’s recipes. In fact, I didn’t even know what they looked like until starting the … [Read more...]
Chicken Tetrazzini
January 3, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Snow has been steadily falling for the past few hours, turning the city into a peaceful winter diorama. Temperatures have plummeted to low teens and we’re bracing for another bitter day today complete with ample sledding, movie watching, reading and eating. Knowing that we'd be stuck indoors for some time, last night I knew we needed the ultimate comfort food for dinner-- to warm us and to tide us over until today, when we could happily enjoy the leftovers again. I decided to make one of mom’s hearty casseroles—with chicken and noodles and … [Read more...]
Best TV Watching Appetizers
January 1, 2014 By 3 Comments
With many highly-anticipated television events on the horizon in the new year, tasty finger food recipes are a necessity. From the Superbowl to the Grammy’s to the Academy Awards, chances are you'll be hosting or attending a tv viewing party. Whether an informal sports gathering or a fancy dinner party, these appetizers are reliable crowd pleasers! Enjoy... Judy’s Baked Brie: A deliciously warm and sweet appetizer to compliment any party. No one expects the "kick" provided by the honey mustard and ginger snap combination. Mom … [Read more...]
Creamy Mashed Potatoes
December 30, 2013 By 2 Comments
Today was a perfect vacation day. Have you ever longed for a day where you never get out of your pajamas? Where you (almost) don’t have a care in the world? Where you really feel as though you’re off any sort of radar? When I woke up and heard the wind howl and saw the rain cascading over my windowsill, I knew we’d have a day chock full of puzzles and baking and reading and dozing ahead of us. … [Read more...]
