Archive for December, 2009

Mini Quiche

Here is another great party recipe.  I made several batches of this for my mom’s birthday party and they were a big hit.  There really is no right or wrong way to make this recipe.  Every single batch was a different combination of veggies and cheese and each one was great.  I think my personal [ READ MORE ]

Taco Dip

I just realized that I’ve been making this particular dip for over 15 years!  It’s pretty much expected at any family gathering.  Chopping the veggies takes the longest but even with that the entire recipe takes under 10 minutes to prepare.  The mixture of chopped veggies gives it a very festive holiday type appearance.  I [ READ MORE ]

Apple Pie Dip with Cheddar

I think I’m going to dedicate this week to dips and appetizer foods since many people are looking for something interesting to make or bring to a New Year’s Eve gathering.  Today’s recipe Apple Pie Dip is one I got from my friend Kathy.  She brought it to a pot luck at work once and [ READ MORE ]

Easy Enchiladas

This recipe is great after all the holiday rushing around and extra cooking.   It’s a quick throw together recipe with no true right or wrong way.  I make several variations depending on my mood and what’s in the house.  For my husband I always throw in a little grilled chicken which I buy the frozen [ READ MORE ]

Hot Cocoa

  • December 23rd, 2009
  • Posted in Anytime

There are so many great recipes out there for Hot Cocoa.  Or if you prefer Hot Chocolate.  Whatever you call it, there seems to be no reason to purchase the boxed variety.  If you’re a vegetarian please remember to exclude the marshmallows unless purchasing a veg vesion.  Here are some links to a variety of [ READ MORE ]

Fettucini Alfredo

This recipe is a slightly lightened up version of the classic favorite.  It’s not a low calorie version but I cut a few corners while maintaining a rich and creamy texture.  The original recipe was one from Emeril Lagasse but I wanted a lighter creamier sauce so I made a few changes. I add some [ READ MORE ]

Vegetarian Dog Treats

  • December 20th, 2009
  • Posted in Anytime

During the busy holiday season I have to be sure not to forget or exclude my 3 wonderful canine companions.  Shana, Casey, and Rocki are all dogs we rescued and each one of them brings something special to our family.  Shana is ½ German Shepard and ½ Lab and is our protector.  She is constantly [ READ MORE ]

Mac & Cheese

This one is a real crowd pleaser.  I actually got the recipe from a coworker who brought it to an office potluck.  I took the recipe, tweaked it and now it is the richest creamiest mac & cheese. Personally, I am still working on creating a much lighter and healthier version but for now nothing [ READ MORE ]

Mmmm, Mondel Brodt

Better known by my friends as Jewish Biscotti, Mondel Brodt is a quick easy dessert or treat that everyone loves.  I made this particular batch with the idea of freezing it for Christmas week.  I already need a new plan as the majority of it was eaten the first day!  The best part of this [ READ MORE ]

Meatless Monday Rant

  • December 14th, 2009
  • Posted in Veg Info

I am really tired of going to restaurants and having them look at me like I’m a freak when I ask for a vegetarian option.  It seems like it would be a no brainer to put one or two vegetarian selections on a menu or even have a meat dish with an advertised available meatless [ READ MORE ]

Southwest Sweet Potato Latke’s

First Happy Hanukkah everyone!  I am not the greatest practicing Jew but I do love the food of my heritage.  I also enjoy trying to make different variations of traditional food.  Sometimes I try to lighten up the fat content, at times I try to take something traditional and make it vegetarian and at times [ READ MORE ]

Pasta with Tofu & Veggies in Pesto Sauce

Last night I cooked a family favorite.  Sautéed veggies and tofu mixed with pesto and wine tossed over bowtie pasta.  It’s easy to prepare and stays nicely in the fridge for several days.  This is a great recipe to make for the busy family that often eats at different times.  My son and I both [ READ MORE ]

Oatmeal Crunch Apple Pie

  • December 10th, 2009
  • Posted in Dessert

No singular food says “holiday” like a good apple pie.  Not only is it a holiday treat, it’s great anytime.  My mom makes a wonderful recipe but it has the typical double crust which I find too heavy and filling.  I have played around with a few recipes and mixed and matched and came up [ READ MORE ]

Meatless Monday, oy!

I have been reading articles on Sir Paul McCartney’s please for Meat Free Mondays.  You would think he was asking for people to give up their right arm for a day.  It’s upsetting to see how misunderstood vegetarianism is.  From googling  just this subject I have found that he is trying to ban all household [ READ MORE ]

Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

The other day I watched a cooking show where Stuffed Mushrooms were made using sausage.  I watched it and thought how ridiculous to take a simple low fat item and ruin it with all that animal fat.  With that said, the recipe intrigued me and I wanted to figure out a way to make this [ READ MORE ]

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