An Alternative To Pumpkin Pie

You may have noticed a dearth of dessert recipes on this blog. That’s not to say I lack a sweet tooth (who doesn’t love chocolate!), but I’d rather have an appetizer or cheese over the calories that typically accompany a piece of cake. Plus, I don’t find it as enjoyable as preparing other courses. Baking…

Talking Turkey Sandwiches

It’s practically impossible not to have leftover turkey.  Turkey soup, turkey hash, turkey casserole, turkey and rice … the uses can seem endless and bland.  And by now you probably want to cut your own head off if you even have to think about eating anymore turkey.  But in case you want an option that…

Celeriac and Parsnip

With this cool weather, the comfort from a warm bowl of soup keeps calling. Although celeriac may look scary, it’s easy to work with after you peel it. The idea for this fall root vegetable combination came from Gracie’s in Providence, RI, where I once had a scrumptious cream of celeriac soup that will forever…

Curried Pumpkin Soup

Besides turkey, pumpkin is the center of the Thanksgiving holiday in the US.  But you don’t have to wait until dessert when you’re as stuffed as the turkey to attempt to enjoy it in the traditional pie.  This quick and easy recipe is as inexpensive to make as it is elegant.  Serve it on the…