I often wake up thinking, “I wish I could stay in my pajamas all day and bake.” If I didn’t have a guilt complex, I would probably play hooky JUST to bake all day long. The weekends are the perfect excuse to accomplish these goals. Yesterday I ate good food and drank wine all day [...]
I’m not a vegetarian by any means (I would not have traded my Filet Mignon this weekend for anything!), however; I do find myself eating “vegetarian” a few times each week. I tend to eat like this for one reason: it’s easy. When I get home from work I want a meal that is fuss [...]
Roasted Brussel Sprouts, All Day Boston Baked Beans, Roasted Butternut Squash How do I stay warm on a rainy day? I turn on my oven. I actually hover over my oven as the food cooks to absorb the warm, beautiful aroma. My hair always smells fantastic. For dinner tonight I wanted something simple and roasted. [...]
Yep, I am one of those suckers who loves the Fall for early sunsets and chilly temperatures. I don’t feel obligated to do anything but relax at the end of my day. I look forward to the moment when I can finely settle down with my favorites: wine, chocolate, and fuzzy slippers. Throw in a [...]
Roasted Butternut Squash; All Day Boston Baked Beans; Baked Parmesan Kale; Cabernet SauvignonMy dinner last night was inspired by Caitlin‘s Sweet Potato and Baked Beans combination. I tried this meal a while back and loved how something so simple could be completely satisfying. I thought I’d give it a twist with my All Day Boston [...]
1 pound navy beans 3/4 cup molasses 1 medium onion, grated 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tsp paprika 1 tsp dry mustard 1 6oz can of tomato paste 2 cups water Tomato paste was a last minute addition. I thought perhaps I added a bit too much molasses and wanted some contrast.This whole process began [...]
I have not lived. Dinner was ridiculously simple and delicious: Slow Cooked Boston Baked Beans; Homemade Skillet Cornbread; Kale Sauteed in Olive Oil, Garlic and Lemon topped with Cherry Tomatoes and Grated Parmesan Cheese; and a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon. Photos first, then words. This knocked my socks off. Er…well flip flops. Sandal season is [...]
