I'm going to go out on a limb here and say that summer cooking is almost every bit as good as summer lovin'. Actually, I think it might be what replaces the thrill of summer lovin' when you get old and boring. Â Because seriously, heirloom tomatoes covered with olive oil and basil? Or fresh sweet … Continue reading Pasta with Fresh Peas, Basil, and Mint
Honey Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Our rainy spring has turned into a rainy and cool summer here in the northeast. Â So that means our pool days have become "ummm, what on earth are we going to do today?" days. Â Because, you see, I have figured out the secret to staying sane with the kids at home over the summer: Â you … Continue reading Honey Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Honey Whole Grain and Spelt Rolls
As I have mentioned repeatedly, I am very lazy about going to the grocery store. Â If we decide to have burgers on a Saturday afternoon and I don't have rolls, I'd rather make them than get into the car and trudge to the store. Â There are just certain times I refuse to go the … Continue reading Honey Whole Grain and Spelt Rolls
Spinach-Laced Brownies
You know you are officially old when you are lacing your brownies with spinach. Â And also a major nerd -- because you have been contemplating how you feel about hiding vegetables in your children's food. Â And then writing about it. Â How far I have fallen. I generally don't like the concept of hiding anything in … Continue reading Spinach-Laced Brownies
Newtons Two Ways: Rhubarb Ginger and Fig Lavender
I am not a fussy cook. Â I have great respect for those who are, but I just seem to lack the patience and precision to do fine, detailed work. Â So, pastry chefs have my ultimate admiration. Â If I make cookies, they are usually drop-style rather than rolled and cut out. Â Any cake I make usually … Continue reading Newtons Two Ways: Rhubarb Ginger and Fig Lavender
Whole Wheat Belgian Waffles
Are your children as obsessed with maple syrup as mine? Oh my. I swear they don't even consider it a weekend breakfast if syrup isn't involved. And they always shoot for the moon with their requests -- first they go for waffles, second choice is pancakes, and if they know Mommy looks especially "tired" after … Continue reading Whole Wheat Belgian Waffles
Whole Wheat Macaroni and Cheese
It's only been recently that I have been able to crack open a box of mac and cheese and cook it for my kids. Â I've always had to make it from scratch with soy cheese/soy milk because my daughter was severely allergic to dairy (which she has thankfully outgrown). Â And somehow when you get used … Continue reading Whole Wheat Macaroni and Cheese
Chicken Apple Pot Pie with Cheddar Whole Grain Crust
A farmer at our local market had "Sunday Dinner Chickens" the other day, so I bought one. Â Of course, I fell right in line and cooked it on Sunday -- because that's what the marketing told me to do. Â It was delicious and left us with a whole lot of leftover meat (he promised it … Continue reading Chicken Apple Pot Pie with Cheddar Whole Grain Crust
Sprouted Wheat “Enchiladas”
This meal was one of those "fly by the seat of my pants" moments. Â I have many of those. Â It highlights one of those go-to ingredients that allow you to have a quick and easy family dinner: Â tortillas or wraps. Â With a few leftovers and a few simple ingredients, you are on your way … Continue reading Sprouted Wheat “Enchiladas”
George Washington’s Hoecakes with Honey Butter
My daughter came home with this recipe (presumably copyright attribution to George Washington?) for hoecakes and mentioned that her teacher would like me to make them for the class. Â I am generally happy to do so because she has severe food allergies and if I don't make it, it's virtually impossible for her to participate … Continue reading George Washington’s Hoecakes with Honey Butter