One of the things we strive for when planning our menus is making everything fit together into one nice, neat little package. We look to use ingredients in different ways throughout the week so that we're benefiting from the ability of do-aheads and being able to buy in bulk. … [Read more...] about Weekly Menu Plan: 11/29/10
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Spice it up After the Holidays with Leftover Turkey and Vegetable Curry
This vegetable curry is perfect for using up some of your turkey leftovers from Thanksgiving, or you can make it without the turkey for a completely vegetarian meal as well. Both ways, this meal is sure to satisfy on cold nights in the winter. We had a lovely, quiet … [Read more...] about Spice it up After the Holidays with Leftover Turkey and Vegetable Curry
Leek and Potato Gratin as We Bid Farewell to Winter
Today, the sun is shining. The icicles that adorned my house have all melted. The snow that covered my backyard? Well, it's still there, but the forecast says it won't be there forever, which is how I felt about it last week at this time. Yet the nights still dip below … [Read more...] about Leek and Potato Gratin as We Bid Farewell to Winter
Potato Leek Soup for Surviving Winter
My appetite changes with the season. In the winter I appreciate things that warm you up and keep you warm. Like soup. In the summer, soup takes a back seat to pasta salads, potato salads, slaws, grilled meats and fresh fruit. A warm cup of soup on a winter day makes the … [Read more...] about Potato Leek Soup for Surviving Winter
