The original name of this recipe is Half-Hour Chicken and Leek Stew. I lopped off the beginning because it took a bit longer. But it was worth it. Cutting the chicken into 1-inch pieces instead of 2-inch chunks would cut a few minutes off the cook time. But it’s really the preparation of … View Post
Chicken Sausage, Mushroom and Cheese Frittata
I usually have at least a few cookbooks out from the library. They inspire me, entertain me and provide me with a stockpile of recipes to try. Checking out new cookbooks is also a good way to keep up with food trends. You’d think I’d have enough recipes by now, but I can’t seem … View Post
Mushroom, Sweet Potato and Smoked Gouda Chowder
We loved this soup. The combination of sweet potatoes and creamy gouda, with a little bacon throw in, is irresistible. Slices of mushroom add meatiness. I adapted the recipe from Elly Says Opa, which offers lots of tempting recipes. I found it on Pinterest. I used a mix of half-and-half varieties I had on hand, … View Post
Shepherd’s Stew with Dumplings
I came across this goody in my stack of untried soup recipes. It’s from the Food Network Kitchen’s The Chopped Cookbook: Use What You’ve Got to Cook Something Great. The recipe, a take on the classic Shepherd’s Pie*, says it takes 50 minutes to make, and that is about right. But contestants never get that much … View Post
Spadaro Pork Chops and Seriously Good Cauliflower
This is the chop recipe I turn to when I’ve thawed or just bought chops and haven’t given any thought to how I want to cook them till I am in the kitchen saying, “Huh. Time to get cooking.” They’re easy and I always have the ingredients (or close enough). And the pan juices are … View Post