tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81313513492373010462024-03-05T04:16:36.394-05:00 Fed WellSharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.comBlogger459125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-45862504712775358792023-07-07T07:23:00.002-04:002023-07-07T07:50:30.541-04:00Dinner with Family now means Dinner with Grandkids<p>We took our family out to dinner last night at a restaurant on the Newburgh waterfront. I wanted to be able to see the Hudson River but sit in the cool air conditioning so <a href="https://captainjakesrestaurant.com/" target="_blank">Captain Jake's</a> was the perfect family-friendly solution.</p><p>A pair of grandparents, two adult couples, and three littles ranging in age from 3 months - 3 years, we were seated at a large round table in a corner of the dining room. An ideal location for our group.</p><p>The service was friendly and well-paced. The kid meals came out quickly and the adult dinners were all delicious (everyone practically cleaned their plates except me but I wanted to take some of the seafood risotto home). </p><p>But, the moment I want to share has nothing to do with reviewing a local restaurant.</p><p>I ordered a cup of New England clam chowder. Not exactly the stuff of toddler delight. The creamy broth is a bit thick, without being like paste, making it easy for little hands to spoon into their own mouth or to feed their grandparents. The clam itself was mild in flavor, not salty or too briny and the potatoes were spoon-sized cubes cooked to a soft al dente. The standard plastic baggie of oyster crackers sat on the saucer.</p><p>After enjoying a few spoonfuls I noticed my granddaughter was watching me very closely and she asked if my soup was hot. She reminded me I could blow on it if it was too hot. I smiled and asked if she wanted to try something.</p><p>Head bobbing enthusiastically up and down, I fed her the first bit and after she determined she liked it, she pushed my hand away and told me, "I do it."</p><p>Alrighty then.</p><p>Papa told our granddaughter that he preferred crackers in his soup. She immediately dunked one in, plunged the spoon to the bottom of the cup, and hoisted it up before bringing it sideways to his mouth. "Here, Papa."</p><p>She coached him along by opening her own mouth, instructing the way she was taught, and showing her strong desire to nurture. </p><p>"Oh, thank you," he said and swallowed.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTHy_KQZBNUHABRNhEKhLFy6pCcnDFJsSozm0kfRxobmOVocu95nlflolNpWr9iaM0QpVxrmcPOguOv1qU04qoEuwvcJvhVA-GgSE1OOeDNwTGYvsDz0hOc_JkyB6YcOX51XnEwn_JB6pLcHEcGavgE-VHqgR0Wsu5dtSL1lG9JQn7KrWJix1MagOiS_cA/s2048/347407209_10226951217959292_3445574866730125345_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTHy_KQZBNUHABRNhEKhLFy6pCcnDFJsSozm0kfRxobmOVocu95nlflolNpWr9iaM0QpVxrmcPOguOv1qU04qoEuwvcJvhVA-GgSE1OOeDNwTGYvsDz0hOc_JkyB6YcOX51XnEwn_JB6pLcHEcGavgE-VHqgR0Wsu5dtSL1lG9JQn7KrWJix1MagOiS_cA/w258-h400/347407209_10226951217959292_3445574866730125345_n.jpg" width="258" /></a></div><br /><p>Pleased--no, thrilled with delight, she continued to share the soup with her Papa.</p><p>I watched and thought of the first time I met him. He was 19. Never on that night did either of us even for a moment imagine we would be grandparents together and that it would quite possibly be the best chapter. These are the moments I want to slow down, sit in, and marinade, making me softer, gentler, and full of the best well-seasoned memories.</p><p>If you are of a certain age, enjoy dinner with your grandkids. You will be Fed Well.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-30420482049642078522023-03-27T11:14:00.020-04:002023-03-27T11:44:11.292-04:00Easter Menu Ideas, Traditions & Revisions<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjwGCYbuwaWR03aqulv_hXjvs0YeL1CwHFzWIkEho5b0UZAn3dfaDwe56AZYfBqq2_cHDGBPLRKK6LJ761ISRRUQ4_6gSivLbZQXNrCZ9deZ71_iZUeXBzRJ78hX_dOB1kuczFjGfl62v3YeaIX4x0xaot80OGFe-b7WLXTJDYU7it9m96GPZkh_7STw/s5269/pexels-jill-wellington-3979241.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3512" data-original-width="5269" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjwGCYbuwaWR03aqulv_hXjvs0YeL1CwHFzWIkEho5b0UZAn3dfaDwe56AZYfBqq2_cHDGBPLRKK6LJ761ISRRUQ4_6gSivLbZQXNrCZ9deZ71_iZUeXBzRJ78hX_dOB1kuczFjGfl62v3YeaIX4x0xaot80OGFe-b7WLXTJDYU7it9m96GPZkh_7STw/w640-h426/pexels-jill-wellington-3979241.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; text-align: left;">Growing up, Easter brunch was always:</span></div><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Ham/Kielbasa</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Hard-boiled eggs of every color</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Homemade bread (with raisins but never referred to as raisin bread)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Pierogies</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Fruit salad</span></li></ul><span style="font-size: medium;">My mom cooked. My grandparents came over. My sister and I dipped into our Easter baskets before and after the meal and a fun time was had by most. </span><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizcyDAhuwmJPhkbWvqcn0ZdjTRxFh5y_x3K5WEL3icQ3W_pDB0ObRarEJK2CtBOuPXY0z19slFR9lv4-wBBMfsA3qEJmrLBw_7nlyOXAEKjFZ8VMnpeyMDZ_KdsWalb6rId79jWamRN4MEw0NtXX52nJIWvYOg7WRqIIQKohREKk6TMrLABbrH9ugT_w/s6035/pexels-roman-odintsov-6897542.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6035" data-original-width="4023" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizcyDAhuwmJPhkbWvqcn0ZdjTRxFh5y_x3K5WEL3icQ3W_pDB0ObRarEJK2CtBOuPXY0z19slFR9lv4-wBBMfsA3qEJmrLBw_7nlyOXAEKjFZ8VMnpeyMDZ_KdsWalb6rId79jWamRN4MEw0NtXX52nJIWvYOg7WRqIIQKohREKk6TMrLABbrH9ugT_w/w266-h400/pexels-roman-odintsov-6897542.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><span style="font-size: medium;">As an adult, my mother continued to host Easter brunch, and once I had a family of my own, we divided our time on holidays. First, we would visit my mother and then my in-laws. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Now, my children are adults and we are proud grandparents. My mother has passed the torch to me on this one mostly due to space and the ability to accommodate 6 - 8 more people than those earlier, smaller gatherings.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I am building on our traditional Easter menu and it's only slightly modified:</span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Spiral ham with a sweet glaze</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Kielbasa from a nearby Polish deli - likely grilled</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Fresh pineapple - also grilled</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Scallion pancakes</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Hard-boiled eggs personalized and dyed in every color</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Homemade bread (with raisins but never referred to as raisin bread)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Pierogies</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Cucumber salad with dill</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Carrots - roasted with a bit of honey, salt and pepper</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Fruit salad</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">A dessert table that always includes the good carrot cake – the one with pineapple juice in the cream cheese frosting</span></li></ul><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Grilled pineapple really adds that extra something and although <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/23/dining/pineapple-ham-recipes.html?action=click&module=Well&pgtype=Homepage&section=Food">this article</a> in the New York Times recommends only fresh, canned pineapple is fabulously yummy!</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZyKxd-j3ONyvsvaaEA0Q0IfBXy-XPhvSBTm8XgmHMT_rFKrxr_kpF6puKnOfWVzWRqADDUB7vATY273eZsrW1JPtKuTA2QaA3U3TPMbaeIoPCKN_2WNXvcWj1fs4qAhTPXch3aVS_V7AsQx0HCzJ3pQOFpI31SeA8_SLhUnLaidR3yCEyUyp1MgCisw/s931/1000_F_208736266_wkWpwQCLD6J2Ua6NwTd3A4WNV4O8ZecL.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><img border="0" data-original-height="801" data-original-width="931" height="275" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZyKxd-j3ONyvsvaaEA0Q0IfBXy-XPhvSBTm8XgmHMT_rFKrxr_kpF6puKnOfWVzWRqADDUB7vATY273eZsrW1JPtKuTA2QaA3U3TPMbaeIoPCKN_2WNXvcWj1fs4qAhTPXch3aVS_V7AsQx0HCzJ3pQOFpI31SeA8_SLhUnLaidR3yCEyUyp1MgCisw/s320/1000_F_208736266_wkWpwQCLD6J2Ua6NwTd3A4WNV4O8ZecL.jpg" width="320" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p><span style="font-size: medium;">What's on your holiday table? Is it a tradition through the generations or something you've created and personalized? </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">We're looking forward to a festive family brunch that will likely include some fun activities, a few bites of sweet treats, and leave us feeling Fed Well!</span></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-72368466704931306682023-01-14T17:10:00.005-05:002023-01-14T17:20:10.407-05:00The Bruynswick Inn Oyster & Clam Bar - The Experience<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqapDfV4GjNgev-jnEIMPhUSKJGP5dcZZsqn-BI8GMtJVRYuKDrR4DE7U8vnowUzLmLGtg4I5C-Q_-qovTfwmEYlhJuGi9BFtaxL2TxoiwXIomkpd8D54PVuRMUmOGn2QBlKLxR_MD81mIubCYcM_dWRY-gwkTK12t2UMGH1vxBzttTkH3XrApZRdUsw/s424/Logo.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="424" data-original-width="424" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqapDfV4GjNgev-jnEIMPhUSKJGP5dcZZsqn-BI8GMtJVRYuKDrR4DE7U8vnowUzLmLGtg4I5C-Q_-qovTfwmEYlhJuGi9BFtaxL2TxoiwXIomkpd8D54PVuRMUmOGn2QBlKLxR_MD81mIubCYcM_dWRY-gwkTK12t2UMGH1vxBzttTkH3XrApZRdUsw/w400-h400/Logo.webp" width="400" /></a></div><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">My husband and I had a wonderful time as guests at </span><a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.instagram.com/thebruynswickinn/" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #4a6ee0; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;" target="_blank"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">The Bruynswick Inn Oyster & Clam Bar</span></a><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> opening preview and celebration. But this post is about our dining experience as customers just a few days later.</span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">First, I invite you to remember the last restaurant you dined at in the Hudson Valley. Was it a chain? Was it fine dining? Was it a pub? Hold those thoughts.</span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">Were you warmly greeted at the door with a smile and made to feel welcome? Or did someone cut straight to business and pointedly ask you, "Do you have a reservation?"</span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">Once you were seated, in addition to asking you what you would like to drink, were you given insightful and detailed information about the selections available from the raw bar? Were you thoughtfully informed of the differences between various shellfish in terms of brininess/saltiness and size, the geographic location of their origin, followed by an informative overview of the specials? </span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">Did you get the feeling at the last restaurant you visited that you were about to have a dining experience, or were you the people at Table 11?</span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">Were you made aware of the locally sourced wines?</span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">If you answered no to one or more of these questions, guess what, that restaurant and </span><a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089425927448" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #4a6ee0; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;" target="_blank"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">The Bruynswick Inn Oyster & Clam Bar</span></a><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> are not the same. </span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">As a result, making comparisons may not be the right thing to do. Kind of like the differences among various vehicles and car companies. Some manufacture reliable inexpensive transportation, while others are built for speed and may only have room for two. Luxury models aim to deliver comfort with a long list of options to enhance the driving experience. Some try to pick and choose a combination of benefits that seem appealing to the masses.</span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">Back to food and restaurants. </span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Here's what it was like for us to dine at </span><a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.theoysterandclamny.com/" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #4a6ee0; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;" target="_blank"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">The Bruynswick Inn Oyster & Clam Bar</span></a><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> this past Friday, officially Day 2 of being open.</span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">We were meeting friends who were already at the bar. The hostess immediately conveyed a sense of welcome when she led us from the bar with a warm smile from the bar to our table and gave us our server's name.</span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: #0e101a; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEn-ai9cD_X104_JkcMa9gN83lobTRI3TG_LmBCDwc6djZaTPulK2y6ksFbkaQWSsrqOxp3mbZppNpy8n2-z55nalzbvlX6CfBDQ7wkuijAao7nnk2VbwSnKx1NvEO5BY8pHrgLQmoZb5Y5PCLQtgFsJfApxef7IPuOqVDCjPLnuaKlSr7H8106Y3O1Q/s1857/IMG_7172.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1857" data-original-width="1393" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEn-ai9cD_X104_JkcMa9gN83lobTRI3TG_LmBCDwc6djZaTPulK2y6ksFbkaQWSsrqOxp3mbZppNpy8n2-z55nalzbvlX6CfBDQ7wkuijAao7nnk2VbwSnKx1NvEO5BY8pHrgLQmoZb5Y5PCLQtgFsJfApxef7IPuOqVDCjPLnuaKlSr7H8106Y3O1Q/w300-h400/IMG_7172.jpg" width="300" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #0e101a;">Seasonal Pear Shandy</span></div></span><p></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-size: large;">All the servers were dressed neatly in long aprons with crisp white shirts. Zoë introduced herself with a smile and told us about the raw bar and dinner specials as well as the seasonal soup. </span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">I know, I know–you want to know what we ate and how it tasted. So, here it is...</span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">The appetizers we had were:</span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUgizMlFB9StUXO69H-X9cpV1icgot0VZ_GOHvsyq-8glhFo4THyyRBwc_e4_uxdb7vqkCDdZpUvJOLpYxv0c2jnBnpBHYcKNOficduaLBDa7SOoV1spAiG7CJhMopJSyab2E7w00eAtKNUq-3LBcSd41SU4Zp7WAzV6GTkn9aFQOKc_vqxDllcOBGZQ/s1788/IMG_7175.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="1788" height="339" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUgizMlFB9StUXO69H-X9cpV1icgot0VZ_GOHvsyq-8glhFo4THyyRBwc_e4_uxdb7vqkCDdZpUvJOLpYxv0c2jnBnpBHYcKNOficduaLBDa7SOoV1spAiG7CJhMopJSyab2E7w00eAtKNUq-3LBcSd41SU4Zp7WAzV6GTkn9aFQOKc_vqxDllcOBGZQ/w400-h339/IMG_7175.jpg" width="400" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Steamers with toasted bread</span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCx9jqt3PVoxAlp0Ex-sYNjMv-KSpuMqxT6abz0Mx8dNq6_EGGJFp5z_DGGW2fpu9WbWO4ON4aJjbVmazDx4NaLTY5jMx8E56Ulwl3AhWsutDLNboFUwtV13GptlmzRhsfRnF7qwacJAD7-rEQiPlhUc5Hwe3Q9SNpJvs09yJNccMjGbZKBchqFDFXRw/s1920/IMG_7174.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1512" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCx9jqt3PVoxAlp0Ex-sYNjMv-KSpuMqxT6abz0Mx8dNq6_EGGJFp5z_DGGW2fpu9WbWO4ON4aJjbVmazDx4NaLTY5jMx8E56Ulwl3AhWsutDLNboFUwtV13GptlmzRhsfRnF7qwacJAD7-rEQiPlhUc5Hwe3Q9SNpJvs09yJNccMjGbZKBchqFDFXRw/w315-h400/IMG_7174.jpg" width="315" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Oysters Rockefeller</span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1E6Rwom5WW_40UL8jp90QeYL6-sI3mRJTd5DovmprDq8KMduwzL4rt8pai3c2kgeG5ngI8_BqbNXPDJEIwfkTrVfHVBp7MjrsJ_4tbPtSbHOnLG0h3m-tmjld2WEJl6Malwm9YQfE7Edk29L-ODM8qK2kvOlUU54QMn8eB1_7FVjrN6N93u2Mt0I_Ow/s1757/IMG_7173.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1321" data-original-width="1757" height="301" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1E6Rwom5WW_40UL8jp90QeYL6-sI3mRJTd5DovmprDq8KMduwzL4rt8pai3c2kgeG5ngI8_BqbNXPDJEIwfkTrVfHVBp7MjrsJ_4tbPtSbHOnLG0h3m-tmjld2WEJl6Malwm9YQfE7Edk29L-ODM8qK2kvOlUU54QMn8eB1_7FVjrN6N93u2Mt0I_Ow/w400-h301/IMG_7173.jpg" width="400" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">The crab cakes</span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"> (2 per order and comes with a delicious side salad)</span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">PLUS</span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSMa0sQ43_buTQpPhS3EmCyfQh_0bIL_yI5ILIJgeDx52x5SQQn2UoDXYjrcWBscxjq3ydk3Vf3-YE0bWPozlWFd0Eyp3TY7J7FrhHE2haDM5Skx66bJoFaJ5puCRc2-Au-UgoBQtsg6XBoFnQyUVGX5El_G0viLxQ-89LjC8n-Qgf6nFT1_MOgZ9T0Q/s1763/IMG_7177.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1763" data-original-width="1371" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSMa0sQ43_buTQpPhS3EmCyfQh_0bIL_yI5ILIJgeDx52x5SQQn2UoDXYjrcWBscxjq3ydk3Vf3-YE0bWPozlWFd0Eyp3TY7J7FrhHE2haDM5Skx66bJoFaJ5puCRc2-Au-UgoBQtsg6XBoFnQyUVGX5El_G0viLxQ-89LjC8n-Qgf6nFT1_MOgZ9T0Q/w311-h400/IMG_7177.jpg" width="311" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /><div style="text-align: center;">New England Clam Chowder</div></span><p></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Our main courses included: </span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip2gfol0nD5_zJeWincA6HLr9fYaMRf8Vf7A6alKZ6xKO6qgyAF7gC6BXip5SHUsDLKgHmtQRjHJsmcJ79fe8j5nnsTT10sJqT9QlS-wzUsUfEJgHGrK-8XlVNeRJTtwZIa0wq_Mvc5FPiHm4Ab8Jyph5tDHR_c2JTwt9e-p6gwDBEQCBZEhq9gJYCyQ/s2016/IMG_7180.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2016" data-original-width="1512" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip2gfol0nD5_zJeWincA6HLr9fYaMRf8Vf7A6alKZ6xKO6qgyAF7gC6BXip5SHUsDLKgHmtQRjHJsmcJ79fe8j5nnsTT10sJqT9QlS-wzUsUfEJgHGrK-8XlVNeRJTtwZIa0wq_Mvc5FPiHm4Ab8Jyph5tDHR_c2JTwt9e-p6gwDBEQCBZEhq9gJYCyQ/w300-h400/IMG_7180.jpg" width="300" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Cesar Salad with Chicken</span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsVYLOGsB4BtCew457aHNeTQM7OjWf6_nHPEz-7Stae57GMTHM0IaCvkCXqa5pqYp_JtUF-ukcPLzgWvk4pd1BjFwn3LsFKJJnm6SyQEA4-xqkjr01chBFIDtqB2COPxtKOfhpcML3l_ZHBN_-eAYrHcvksqQTcd-mMaZUSnwvAB_WuAfUHrnb8g3bxg/s1837/IMG_7181.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1837" data-original-width="1512" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsVYLOGsB4BtCew457aHNeTQM7OjWf6_nHPEz-7Stae57GMTHM0IaCvkCXqa5pqYp_JtUF-ukcPLzgWvk4pd1BjFwn3LsFKJJnm6SyQEA4-xqkjr01chBFIDtqB2COPxtKOfhpcML3l_ZHBN_-eAYrHcvksqQTcd-mMaZUSnwvAB_WuAfUHrnb8g3bxg/w329-h400/IMG_7181.jpg" width="329" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">The Seafood Pot Pie*</span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">(The Seafood Pot Pie is presented with the puffed pastry neatly on top. It was removed for the photo to show contents.)</span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">For dessert: </span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9l0u6UN0qeToL2FU5VC-CffMhGGLRnK9s0fs25OVRRZ0VBrQoZsE9EonZiO809s-4T7Dr2skVd0cejTxrqywc7IIHe_s5LeVyT5tE7NeMQq1snsvNqtbSlu8MgGkYObfYg277PHyJseWcJHKLnFyPCsAd_Ek-pNKkbD2yR5l7OTH5gKwDjLwv8L1Siw/s1963/IMG_7185.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1472" data-original-width="1963" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9l0u6UN0qeToL2FU5VC-CffMhGGLRnK9s0fs25OVRRZ0VBrQoZsE9EonZiO809s-4T7Dr2skVd0cejTxrqywc7IIHe_s5LeVyT5tE7NeMQq1snsvNqtbSlu8MgGkYObfYg277PHyJseWcJHKLnFyPCsAd_Ek-pNKkbD2yR5l7OTH5gKwDjLwv8L1Siw/w400-h300/IMG_7185.jpg" width="400" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Housemade Baked Apple Goodie with Whipped Cream</span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">Personally, I had the Oysters Rockefeller (my favorite) which was delicious! A combination of luscious goodness, spinach, and oysters. This appetizer is available topped with crispy bacon for a minimal upcharge. </span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">I also had one of the crab cakes which was a generous portion of crabmeat to binder ratio as well as tasty and dressed with a flavorful remoulade.</span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">I am still thinking about the silkiness of the New England Clam Chowder. This chowder was savory, fresh, and packed with clams and potatoes. I don't think I participated in any conversation while eating my soup as I enjoyed every spoonful.</span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">Let's talk about the Seafood Pot Pie! I followed my friend's lead and removed the puffed pastry and dug right into the mussels, shrimp, and lobster meat making sure I had fennel, peas, and pernod (anise or licorice flavor) cream in every magical bite! As I worked my way through the dish, I would occasionally dip the pastry down in the cream sauce (highly recommend).</span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">Finally, the housemade dessert includes freshly whipped cream. Let's hear a little commotion for this detail because honestly, it just tastes better than the stuff whooshed out of a can. The generous dollop meant I had enough cream for every, single bite of the flavorful and tender Apple Goodie. </span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">Thank you to the entire team for ensuring our dining experience was stellar from start to finish. We all felt like well-cared for guests and all of our dishes tasted exceptional. We will be back!</span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicOdMgWitrVGAqOV77YcsTwZa3zQOcZlY-m66ifniTLlyPsHBLOZnm5qc2VKhoMEt8N6lmaF45QTVap-RWEZQ9BlZU-BXRWe8TG7PbZYjSE4Q1V3EnS3uggSPiDB0zLjbLlWKq7GA-wpbu2ycR5bwlmdSBUvcSldEndic2D9yUiyId-SMUo1QvTFWxOA/s1887/IMG_7188.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1887" data-original-width="1415" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicOdMgWitrVGAqOV77YcsTwZa3zQOcZlY-m66ifniTLlyPsHBLOZnm5qc2VKhoMEt8N6lmaF45QTVap-RWEZQ9BlZU-BXRWe8TG7PbZYjSE4Q1V3EnS3uggSPiDB0zLjbLlWKq7GA-wpbu2ycR5bwlmdSBUvcSldEndic2D9yUiyId-SMUo1QvTFWxOA/w300-h400/IMG_7188.jpg" width="300" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #0e101a;">The Oyster & Clam Bar at the New Bruynswick Inn is open Thursday - Monday from 3 - 9 p.m. located at </span><span style="color: #0e101a;">2162 Bruynswick Road in Wallkill, NY 12589. Reservations are recommended by calling (845) 524-4757 with the last reservation time being 8:30 p.m.</span></span></p><p style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-17805169593879490332022-11-10T09:27:00.005-05:002022-11-10T10:33:23.481-05:00From Cold Cut Platter to Salami Roses–The Evolution of Holiday Appetizers<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzMOi_2J3Yg7mye7vG4wpmRpHHIk6DsEDOQyvCTz9WU548ScYaUQLiti2Ud_dSS65Gg_tK7KSeqROXoSl1Qoh4097eenDbFqweqCRCFySo6d6VRLP21LEkPWIYTQOhJzEvUsEJNol59FfEhJjUNmhnXmIpx8iORoefebq38GTvzuDBv36WZ4onHs3p4g/s907/1000_F_391877945_s7WxqcHuyioqbPQPKuDGvaJtQg8N4JQm.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="907" height="294" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzMOi_2J3Yg7mye7vG4wpmRpHHIk6DsEDOQyvCTz9WU548ScYaUQLiti2Ud_dSS65Gg_tK7KSeqROXoSl1Qoh4097eenDbFqweqCRCFySo6d6VRLP21LEkPWIYTQOhJzEvUsEJNol59FfEhJjUNmhnXmIpx8iORoefebq38GTvzuDBv36WZ4onHs3p4g/w400-h294/1000_F_391877945_s7WxqcHuyioqbPQPKuDGvaJtQg8N4JQm.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Welcome to holiday menu planning season! As I sit and prepare, my mind wanders off to holidays past. And do you know one thing I remember? That the food was good!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">As I grew up a bit and started attending holidays at other people's homes, including my husband's family, the appetizer(s) were the early stages of the modern-day charcuterie board. My Italian mother-in-law always had a killer antipasto course. I tried many foods, like anchovies (yummy, salty goodness), crispy giardiniera (pickled vegetables), and a variety of cured meats– some sliced so thin you could almost see through it, and others cut into chewy chunks, hard and soft cheeses. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I also learned about my husband's timeless passion for marinated mushrooms. They are perfect to serve on any holiday or special occasion.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I can see my children, nieces and nephews, running in and out of the room, loading a small disposable plate with goodies, then heading to the children's table. A little loud. A bit boisterous. Rosy cheeks. Damp foreheads. Excited to be together and engage in the wild fun that is childhood.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Fast forwarding through time, I think about the Thanksgiving meals I've hosted and prepared with some form of those early antipasto courses included. Now, I make salami roses like they are standard fare by layering slices of salami around the rim of a small/medium-sized glass, turn it over onto the serving board or platter, and presto–a rose.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">And one of the great things about a charcuterie board or antipasto course is the ability to please all palates, allergies, dietary restrictions, and guests of all ages. PLUS, you can use whatever ingredients you like in whatever quantity you prefer or can afford. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">For example, the price of prosciutto has always been significantly higher than salami or ham, so I often use less of it. Have half a jar of olives? Put them in a smaller dish. Not a huge pickle fan? Buy a smaller container. Want to try a new ingredient? Serve less and see how it is received. Use more fresh produce like sliced cucumber, tomato, and fresh fruits for vegetarians, and consider plating them separately from the meats if possible.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">If adding crispy crackers or toasted slices of bread– consider including a gluten-free option and identifying it. Someone is sure to love you for the effort.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Every once in a while, I consider cutting out the antipasto-like appetizers. The feeling lasts for just a second then I think about what I might add or eliminate from this year's version. I wonder what my grandchildren are already starting to crave at these gatherings? </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">My not-quite-two-year-old granddaughter recently pointed to the chair at the head of our dining room table and said, "Papa's chair." Made me stop and think about what she is noticing, experiencing, and looking forward to.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Who knows what holiday memories are being created for the next generation and how much they look forward to these special treats? The proof of their love for these foods is in the lack of leftovers. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Check out these past posts I've written for holiday appetizer ideas:</span></p><p><a href="https://blog.zulily.com/easy-ideas-for-the-best-make-ahead-thanksgiving-appetizers/" target="_blank">Thanksgiving Appetizers</a></p><p><a href="https://fedwell.blogspot.com/2020/11/last-minute-make-ahead-thanksgiving.html" target="_blank">Charcuterie Ideas</a></p><p><a href="https://blog.zulily.com/best-cheese-to-buy-for-charcuterie-boards/" target="_blank">Cheese for Charcuterie</a></p><p><a href="https://fedwell.blogspot.com/2021/02/blog-post_18.html" target="_blank">More about Salami Roses</a></p><p><a href="https://fedwell.blogspot.com/2020/12/new-years-eve-at-home-appetizer-and.html" target="_blank">Holiday Appetizers to Celebrate at Home</a></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-67478454373596220252021-07-26T11:35:00.005-04:002021-07-26T11:36:26.643-04:00Party Planning Tips: At Home Party Planning (Series)<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil-JgWlslohtHE0YJTC4i91OKDJNEfwjwlVwNSJSqHLZ2TmbPR_ejaD7ZUg1rp9TSnCkEMtoJQfQnuDP-kUOfUx7j1cLnen0vu_NH5cevGL3NoEUNBqKoFis__Ce96LTRHPljCbJcLXV6s/s2048/Picture1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1488" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil-JgWlslohtHE0YJTC4i91OKDJNEfwjwlVwNSJSqHLZ2TmbPR_ejaD7ZUg1rp9TSnCkEMtoJQfQnuDP-kUOfUx7j1cLnen0vu_NH5cevGL3NoEUNBqKoFis__Ce96LTRHPljCbJcLXV6s/w464-h640/Picture1.png" width="464" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Backyard entertaining – whether a large party (all the way up
to wedding size) or a small, intimate gathering can be a wonderful way to
entertain but does require a bit of planning for the highest rate of success
and the checklist is the same regardless of the size of the guest list.<o:p></o:p></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Here are the first five steps to planning an amazing outdoor
celebration. Future posts will help finalize the details.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Garamond; mso-fareast-font-family: Garamond;">1.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Determine the guest list/head count<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">It’s great that you are going to host a celebration at home
and think, ‘well we will just invite our close family and friends, it should be
about 50 people,’ but – write a list. Writing out exactly who you will invite
may surprise you by the time you tally it up and the total is 20 more than you
originally estimated. For those who feel so inclined, keep your list in a
digital spreadsheet to help keep things organized and streamlined as the party details
continue to grow or write it all out longhand on paper or Google event planning
apps but beware some are for professional event planners.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Some rules to keep in mind about headcount:<o:p></o:p></span></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">According to <a href="https://www.theknot.com/content/dream-solutions-to-your-wedding-guest-list-nightmares">The
Knot</a> and personal experience, about 10% of guests will decline the invite.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="text-align: left; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Include
an RSVP date when you do create your invitations to help make a best
guesstimate of headcount. Keep in mind, not everyone will respond and some
could still show up.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-align: left; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Decide if
the invite is for a family, a plus one, or the person invited only AND let the
guest know exactly who is included in their invitation.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-align: left; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">The
reason the headcount number (or as close as possible) is critical is not only
to ensure you have the right amount of food and beverages, but tables, chairs,
parking, are also part of the planning process.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Garamond; mso-fareast-font-family: Garamond;">2.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Define the space<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">For those fortunate enough to have front, back and side yards,
decks or porches, terraces, firepit areas or some combination of all of these outdoor
spaces, consider designating different areas for one unique aspect of the
party. Specifically, decide where each of the following can be placed:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="text-align: left; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Food –
appetizer, buffet, dessert/cake. Also, can these be in the same area and
cleared after use. Try to include small signs (handwritten is fine) that
identifies what foods are and if it is not obvious you can always state if it
is dairy free, gluten free, or vegan friendly.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-align: left; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Beverages
– whether alcoholic or not, drinks can be in a very different space than the
food to avoid overcrowding in one area. Coolers can be labeled with their
contents. A bar can simply be a large
pitcher of ice water (with or without fruit), and any other cold drinks of
choice, all on a simple table. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-align: left; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Gifts.
If gifts are part of the celebration, try to designate an area or have an extra
table for gifts.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-align: left; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">A place for
guests to sit. Tables and chairs can be in whatever configuration works best
but please do include enough sits for all guests.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Garamond; mso-fareast-font-family: Garamond;">3.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Cater or cook<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Who is making the food? Whether you decide to have a potluck,
do all of the cooking yourself, cook some dishes and have some store bought or
restaurant take out of have the entire shindig fully catered, once the headcount
is determined, a menu can be decided. Working within a budget can guide the
process. Other questions to answer include:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Do I have any guests with allergies? If so, do I have
something they can eat?<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Can I afford to hire someone to help set-up, serve, and break
down the food area?<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Can I realistically take care of it all myself? <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">If anyone asks how they can help, ask how they would like to
help. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Garamond; mso-fareast-font-family: Garamond;">4.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Decide about drinks<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Take a little time and really make a plan about drinks. Some
options are:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="text-align: left; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">No
alcohol<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-align: left; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Water,
Beer and Wine<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-align: left; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Water,
Beer, Wine and a specialty cocktail that can be served by the pitcher like
sangria or mimosas.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-align: left; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Water,
Beer, Wine, and a few mixers with vodka, rum, whiskey or whatever 3 main forms
of alcohol you like.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="text-align: left; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Full bar<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Consider what works best for you, the time of day for the
event, will guests be self-serving, can you monitor everyone’s safety, and of
course, budget. Also think about keeping alcohol in a separate area from
non-alcoholic drinks to allow for the safe monitoring of underage guests.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><b><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Garamond; mso-fareast-font-family: Garamond;">5.<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Tent or open space<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">Renting or using a tent to protect guests from sun, rain, or
any weather condition is a popular option. However, some prefer the simple open
sky, with shade from lush trees. Either set up can be absolutely perfect but making
the plan is part of the party process.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Garamond",serif; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 107%;">More tips to come about planning your at-home party for the
best Fed Well success!<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><p><br /></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-69740069327680245482021-06-14T09:54:00.004-04:002021-06-14T09:55:18.998-04:00Fried Chicken and Life Lessons<p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> </span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEUHjEb0O9w7PuQmo5WSEseyCECmTMcJ3D25_zVPZasFqHnzQkZgHMnTrdMsVAfhuRowWR38vGVBPSkj3J0FZNVDXXgxAY3hXPTNKt5qkZwh7MkNnhUOUDtHCMtEGtUGfENLbFd5oitamb/s940/Untitled+design+%25284%2529.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="940" height="536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEUHjEb0O9w7PuQmo5WSEseyCECmTMcJ3D25_zVPZasFqHnzQkZgHMnTrdMsVAfhuRowWR38vGVBPSkj3J0FZNVDXXgxAY3hXPTNKt5qkZwh7MkNnhUOUDtHCMtEGtUGfENLbFd5oitamb/w640-h536/Untitled+design+%25284%2529.png" width="640" /></a><span><br /></span><span>My great grandmother invited my family for a visit when I
was elementary school age. We lived in a rural small town and she lived in the
biggest building I had ever been inside in a far away place with a funny name.
Yonkers.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">Remember, I said great grandmother. I estimate she was in or
near her 70’s. Think pantyhose with a low heeled shoe, sort of like Queen Elizabeth,
but topped with an apron. Hair perfectly done. Stout, with a stern looking face
at first, that always broke into a broad smile. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">One afternoon, we all got in the car and started the trip.
Rest stops and rest areas were a popular thing – not just for using the rest
room but for grabbing a quick bite to eat. It felt like a magical outing for
sure since we stopped! Wow.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">My dad never seemed to drive straight to her apartment
building. We were often given a bit of a tour, “See that, that’s where I went
to the park,” or, “That’s the house where my aunt lived.” What I would give to
be able to relive those moments now. I had no idea how fast time would pass and
how very fragile a single life is or that not everyone gets to grow old.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">Between you and me, I think he also meandered around for a
few minutes to get his bearings. And then, to find parking. In time, we went in
the small elevator and were on our way to see Nana!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">As soon as she opened the door -<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I smelled it. I saw the beautifully golden
brown fried chicken stacked on a platter and I could hardly contain myself.
This was a treat!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">But, I wasn’t hungry. We just ate at the iconic Red Apple
Rest and I immediately felt the need to share this information with my Nana.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">She shot my father a look and said, “You ate? Didn’t you think
I would feed you? Of course I would feed you.”<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">She was INSULTED. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">“Nana, we don’t want you to go through all of this work for
our visit,” (or something like that) was what he assured her.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">He was able to charm her back and we did all gather at her table
to enjoy the crispy fried goodness of that delicious chicken. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">The memory blurs from there but I remembered the rules of
hosting I was starting to learn. Always have good food on hand for your family,
friends, or guests. Make it your best. Make sure you have plenty. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">We left feeling Fed Well and hopefully she didn’t stay angry
or disappointed or have hurt feelings for long. I remembered feeling guilty for blurting out that we ate but in self-defense, I did not want to be forced to sit and eat when I was not hungry. Funny how we find the room to eat when presented with truly mouth watering food.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">Nana lived to see the birth of
my first son, her great-great-grandson. Amazing.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></o:p></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-53475836717454623592021-06-11T09:48:00.001-04:002021-06-11T09:48:44.293-04:00Add a little bit of...spice (A few spices you should have in your kitchen)<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCIrPqOSgIZjDQt9QSueXMooqBwck8QWh5QsC7JRUKFwsbTwmRtS6mAcdYaqN5KvalJLN2ORpCWStDwCYkWzBrpynNz_yxPKYtqvt1YxZ6x_QIBTM4z84ZCeBBKtzZq_EGPsIPq1wFJgK7/s940/Add+a+little...+spice.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="940" height="536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCIrPqOSgIZjDQt9QSueXMooqBwck8QWh5QsC7JRUKFwsbTwmRtS6mAcdYaqN5KvalJLN2ORpCWStDwCYkWzBrpynNz_yxPKYtqvt1YxZ6x_QIBTM4z84ZCeBBKtzZq_EGPsIPq1wFJgK7/w640-h536/Add+a+little...+spice.png" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /> I confess, I watch Tik Tok videos and yes, it is kind of like Sesame Street for grown-ups. Quick one minute video clips, often set to music, that entertain, educate, or offer like hacks are the ones I gravitate toward. If you know Tik Tok then you have likely heard this little sound byte about, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiTzCknl4P4" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">Add a little bit of spice</a>. I had to include it here on the blog for fellow Tik Tok viewers.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Spices. Dried seasonings we add to foods to dial up flavor and add a bit of personality to dishes. They can be mild, pungent, bitter, peppery, sweet, grassy or earthy, or woody (to name a few).</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Asked to create a short list of essential spices for Zulily, I compiled this blog post (<a href="https://blog.zulily.com/essential-cooking-spices-every-at-home-chef-should-own/">Click Here</a>) with 12 must haves for your kitchen.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">PLUS, I include a recipe for making your own seasoning mixtures like Adobo and a popular steak blend.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Remember, dried spices are a bit more potent in flavor then their fresh version. When cooking, it's best to make adjustments if the recipe calls for dried oregano and you have fresh or vice versa.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Mixing up your seasonings is a bit like interior decorating. Learn which flavors can compliment each other (like having prints and florals in a room), experiment with taste combinations to create new twists on favorites, and when in doubt, leave it out - too much can sometimes just be well, too much.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">During the winter months, I like to make a chicken stew with carrots. I also enjoy alternating the spices to bring different flavors forward. And, one of my surprise additions is ginger! The warmth is comforting without being overpowering. Ginger really doesn't get enough love and in addition to adding a flavor punch offers a bunch of health benefits (relieves nausea, can help with weight loss, can reduce joint pain and stiffness, and more). Yes, you can make a tea, but blend it with other seasonings for salad dressing, chicken, and beef. So, if you are thinking of a quick way to change a flavor profile while adding some potential healthful benefits - add some ginger!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">I hope you are feeling Fed Well and find new ways to incorporate more spices in your cooking!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><br /></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-85264125499756860742021-06-03T13:42:00.003-04:002021-06-03T13:42:56.511-04:00Cooking with Hot Sauce - thoughts and recipe ideas<p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwuNyeGElsYDdDEzHG9mhmcL-7UugrmREbW-xAOezHOYHOxCwVPCOa1OfhDarEFbWvL7yNpnkvFS-gBoTPEewafTWi6ENdu1_zwFiNlvm6QJXV62Ymus8xufNDsG1UoVFZaCAwMUM3bhsu/s940/mild+medium+or+HOT.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="940" height="536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwuNyeGElsYDdDEzHG9mhmcL-7UugrmREbW-xAOezHOYHOxCwVPCOa1OfhDarEFbWvL7yNpnkvFS-gBoTPEewafTWi6ENdu1_zwFiNlvm6QJXV62Ymus8xufNDsG1UoVFZaCAwMUM3bhsu/w640-h536/mild+medium+or+HOT.png" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">I have a confession to make. I am not a hot sauce person. It's awful, I know. So many people love spicy food but I am not one of them. Never was.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">For me, it starts as a warmth, that quickly accelerates, spreads and blows out all taste sensation, replacing it with the hot sensation that is 100% distracting from the flavor. And, more simply, I just don't enjoy it. But I know I am in the minority. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Plus, once in awhile, I still try things because well, you never know - I might like this level of heat, this time.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">I also know Buffalo anything is wildly popular at get togethers and since we are starting to socialize again this dip may be a hit at your next party:</span></p><h1 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #87189d; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.5px; line-height: 1.3em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-transform: uppercase; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">CREAMY</span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></h1><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Ingredients</span></span></p><div style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><ul style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 0px; padding: 0.7em 0px 1em 1.143em; vertical-align: baseline;"><li><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">2 cups of cooked, shredded chicken</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">1 – 8 ounce package of softened cream cheese</span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">½ cup of ranch style dressing<span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">½ cup of hot sauce</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li></ul></div><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Directions</span></span></p><ol style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: outside; margin: 0px; padding: 0.7em 0px 1em 1.143em; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Heat the oven to </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">3</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">50°F</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> then transfer to a </span><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=baking+dish&fromSearch=true" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;">shallow baking dish</a><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Bake for </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">20 minutes, stir to make sure the dip is hot all the way through.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Serve with crackers, tortilla chips, or vegetables.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li></ol><div><span style="color: #333333; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blog.zulily.com/6-recipes-using-hot-sauce/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here for more hot sauce inspired recipes!</a></span></div><div><span style="color: #333333; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #333333; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Recently, one of my nephews thought this was a dish I had already made and requested it but it was actually part of a pot luck style gathering at my house. Now, I am prepared to make it at a future party! </span></div><div><span style="color: #333333; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #333333; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">In fact, he is graduating high school this year - quite a milestone. The graduation ceremony will likely be much smaller with only his parents and perhaps brother in attendance, it doesn't mean we won't celebrate it with the same enthusiasm after he receives his diploma. I can't wait. And, I can't believe he is old enough to graduate high school. He can age while I am on pause since I remember quite vividly when he was born! We have spent his 18 years together at many celebrations and life events and have been Fed Well.</span></div><div><span style="color: #333333; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #333333; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">CG - I wish you all the best on your future chapters!</span></div>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-44714810021037574762021-05-27T09:11:00.004-04:002021-05-27T09:16:25.592-04:00Choosing an Olive Oil<p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu_3MYhLsP126Jzv4JdiFBavRjKUzKq_kSFn8W7jtR89FLvzDm8TiUDRxnfc52nyPAcbn6DsMBKgS92LjIU37POUac3liMr9RK8VEcYbla97KoWY80-7EZMUNzURieBXd9gF8r1aSzzKmY/s1640/Olive+Oil+101.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="924" data-original-width="1640" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu_3MYhLsP126Jzv4JdiFBavRjKUzKq_kSFn8W7jtR89FLvzDm8TiUDRxnfc52nyPAcbn6DsMBKgS92LjIU37POUac3liMr9RK8VEcYbla97KoWY80-7EZMUNzURieBXd9gF8r1aSzzKmY/w640-h360/Olive+Oil+101.png" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">When I first started dating my now husband of many years, I was often fascinated by the differences in his mother’s Italian cooking based on her heritage and experience. Her father was a first generation Italian immigrant who owned and cooked in his own restaurant</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> in New York City</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">. Her food was not fancy or critically acclaimed. </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">But</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> it was always delicious and often accompanied by a story or explanation. Tossed salad was always served with dinner and eaten after the main course. On the table were </span><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=cruet+set&fromSearch=true" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;">two glass decanters with stoppers</a><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">, one with </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">ruby </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">red liquid, the other</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> a distinct green-gold</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">. Yes, red wine vinegar and olive oil.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">“</span><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=salad+bowls&fromSearch=true" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;">Extra virgin olive oil is best for salads</a><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">,” she explained, “because you are going to eat it and really taste it. Cooking oil (also olive oil and likely used for sautéing or frying) doesn’t have to be the same.”</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">On the floor of her pantry was a large, rectangular</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">, 3 liter container of extra virgin olive oil</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> – used to fill the salad dressing decanter and whenever the olive oil should take center stage for its flavor.</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Long before a now famous television food personality </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">first spoke the catch phrase, “EVOO,” Rita </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">was well ahead of the trend. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">So how do you decide which is best?</span></p><p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Ever stand in front of the olive oil section at your local grocery store or specialty shop and wonder why you have such a range of choices? What's the difference? Why is it EVOO - is extra virgin olive oil never touched by human hands? Why the range in price and will anyone ever notice the difference once it's mixed with other ingredients?</span></p><p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">The short answer is - yes, different olive oils have varying tastes, extra virgin means the process used to make the olive oil does not involve any heat or chemicals, the price is partly correlated to the way the olive oil is made and the classification the end product has (as well as the quality of olives). </span></p><p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;">For more details about the different olive oils - </span><a href="https://blog.zulily.com/guide-to-picking-the-best-olive-oil/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Click here</span></a>.</p><p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Haven't been using olive oil for anything other than salad dressing? Try replacing butter or margarine with olive oil. The taste is a bit fuller and brighter, a little goes a long way and it is a bit better for you. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Drizzle a spoonful of olive oil over cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly to keep it from clumping together. It's also a great base for scampi or add a bit of garlic, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes to taste for a complete dish. This technique is not recommended when using a thick or heavy sauce (like vodka sauce) that you want to cling to the pasta.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">My mother-in-law is 91 and continues to share her opinions on important matters like olive oil, the need for cutlets to be pounded "real thin," a preference for Manhattan clam chowder over New England, who the Jets should have gotten in the last draft, politics, and if drinking dark colas really has any impact on the formation of kidney stones. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Yes, I do have a large, rectangular container of EVOO on the floor of my pantry. I don't necessarily fill the glass decanter with it but my younger son does maintain a squeeze bottle of it for easy dispensing for cooking. We do what we need to do to feel and be Fed Well including handing down our food traditions.</span></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-32468914202636484992021-05-18T09:40:00.003-04:002021-05-18T09:42:56.970-04:00WWND - What would Nora do? Ephron that is.<p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaUhChx_NYVzYH-xJVZt9X-crJfo1XtWKlxtR4SkDCYV1vte_f1ZpQvWbY0M6pAp19efik6LqRI4Ir8nmPPS-XQIrmNLKFPKz4I58Ue8N7dJj9OV2kuYgpPqsvKGgJ4SHgYtZ5gkhq1__P/s940/Cheers.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="940" height="536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaUhChx_NYVzYH-xJVZt9X-crJfo1XtWKlxtR4SkDCYV1vte_f1ZpQvWbY0M6pAp19efik6LqRI4Ir8nmPPS-XQIrmNLKFPKz4I58Ue8N7dJj9OV2kuYgpPqsvKGgJ4SHgYtZ5gkhq1__P/w640-h536/Cheers.png" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I have never <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Copy-Jacob-Bernstein/dp/B01LYU8PYD">watched a biography more than once</a>. I rarely re-read books - only the ones I truly love. Like meals I want to enjoy, over and over, comfort food for the brain. Last night, I re-enjoyed Nora Ephron: Everything is Copy. It does not matter that I know damn well how it ends.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Lately, I am somewhere between concerned and obsessively anxious about finding a full-time job that will be fulfilling, meaningful, provide a chance to grow, and all while paying an above average salary. Is that really to much to ask by a woman in their early 50's with enough experience that she was advised not to put the years on her resume for fear of sounding too old? (Yes, I wrote that run-on sentence just as out of breath as I would have if I were sitting across from you.)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I have writing heroes - Dorothy Parker and Nora Ephron sit on thrones. Queens of the written word with a bit of razor sharp wit. Okay, maybe even an abundance of razor sharp wit.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I have food heroes. Alex Guarneschelli and Julia Child. An odd combination? No. I disagree. Guarneschelli is the utmost leader in food adjectives, passionate discussions about ingredients, dishes, and meals always occur when she speaks in any medium. Child - well, do I really need to discuss this with you? </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Wait - there are connections? Nora Ephron and the movie, <i>Julie and Julia</i>. No, Ephron did not write it, that was Julie Powell, but she directed it. Ah.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">So, what do I do with this information and dotted lines with a bit of crossover? Can I take a bit of something from each of these women, lessons learned, trails blazed, and mix it all together to create my own dish? Yes. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">It's not happening fast enough - I can admit it. After that crazy breast cancer journey, the calendar, no the clock on the wall is a constant presence, a tap on the shoulder, a more than gentle nudge, that time is precious and finite.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I spend my days finding ways to be Fed Well. Every day, compiling ingredients and putting them together. Some days a low and slow simmer, and others the temptation to throw everything in the microwave and just cook up something, anything is tempting. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">What would Nora do?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><br /><p></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-30824944080589339692021-05-14T09:23:00.005-04:002021-05-14T09:31:01.293-04:00Memories of Grandma's Beef Stew<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCl7vMhpc18lm9KEFnlx87JL8Vaz5wniNpZ_AC9IlgUYbYK5fnGx5X1GE_HPMLM30cFYTft8fav2vtcO-WDhACdPPae8zxNkzagKFeQ7z04Yk5UxNGX0xH8zweRRSOLEgiJrC_n9zQuIaQ/s2048/Picture1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1364" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCl7vMhpc18lm9KEFnlx87JL8Vaz5wniNpZ_AC9IlgUYbYK5fnGx5X1GE_HPMLM30cFYTft8fav2vtcO-WDhACdPPae8zxNkzagKFeQ7z04Yk5UxNGX0xH8zweRRSOLEgiJrC_n9zQuIaQ/w640-h426/Picture1.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Take a moment, pause, put down your phone, let go of
the mouse, sit still and take a few breaths. Now, visit your very earliest memories
– no, not that traumatizing injury but can you remember a meal or the smell of
something delicious cooking? I can think of a few but one that hits me right in
the feels includes my paternal grandmother who I didn’t have enough time with to
get to know very well.<o:p></o:p></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I was about four or five, sitting with a coloring book
and crayons at one end of her long kitchen table. I remember the room fairly
clearly as only having lower cabinets along one wall that had to be ten or more
feet long. I once wondered if someone could lay on top of what seemed like a
never ending countertop. My grandma was at the other end of the table, transferring the
contents of a large pot to a bowl.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I heard squishing. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">The sound, to my post toddler yet inexperienced
with life brain, translated to, “ew.”<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I made the sound out loud.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">“Ew.”<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I immediately realized my mistake and looked down at
my coloring with feigned intensity designed to convince my grandmother when she
invariably brought her attention to me, that she would doubt she heard me
correctly or hopefully question if she heard anything at all.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">It didn’t work.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">“It’s not ew,” she said. “It’s beef stew and it’s delicious.”<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Damn it.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I looked up as if I were seeing what she was doing for
the first time. The thick brown gravy had cooled into a pudding consistency. I
could see the mixture punctuated distinctly with green peas and for me, their
presence alone was a real deal breaker.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">“I wasn’t talking about the food. I was talking about
my coloring.”<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Ah – my first memory of a clear, premeditated lie.
Although an argument could be made for not only the desire to save my own ass
but to spare her any bad feelings both toward me and about her cooking.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">The memory becomes blurry from here but what I wouldn’t
give to go back, just to that moment, and take away that, “ew.” And replace it
with, “Can I try it?”<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Imagine what that could have felt like instead. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">As a grandmother, I know for a fact I would stop whatever I was doing to feed my grandson or granddaughter and if they asked for something I made from scratch? Well. The world would simply stop turning while I attended to this request.</span></p>
<h1 style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-size: large;">Beef Stew</span></span></b></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><b><u>Ingredients:</u></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;">2 pounds of beef</span></li><li><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">A possible combination of fresh carrots, celery, onions
and mushrooms</span></li><li><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Flour, salt, pepper</span></li><li><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Maybe a bit of tomato sauce if the mood strikes</span></li><li><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Beef broth</span></li></ul><p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><b><u>Vague Grandma-like directions:</u></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.25in;"></p><ol style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Toss all ingredients in
flour to coat</span></li><li><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Brown the beef in a
tablespoon of vegetable oil</span></li><li><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Add the onions</span></li><li><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Once the onions are
softened, add the remaining vegetables and stir</span></li><li><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Add the rest, cover and
simmer in an oven for hours – slow and low</span></li></ol><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">
</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Serve over egg noodles or rice or with large chunks of
potatoes.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Hold the peas.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I only have a small handful of other memories with my
grandma. Many of those are tied to the few pictures I have or stories that were
handed down. She died young. After this birthday, I will have lived longer than
she did and yes, I am very much aware of it. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I absolutely know I would very
much have loved to have more time with her – we would have been Fed Well.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ5LDuUyOHnNVWyTwjN80hvEnfzmzDblFGHgCV_wldMrMkj40qTnZdbUxMAZlMnBqdFFwgsMpvM7WtfgF5NpPOMxgty3KVAKrAbmjBn0UzCUrvTozA4uaXVzg_ha3IbZp6rLQPkRqslfVH/s2048/image0+%25281%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1247" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ5LDuUyOHnNVWyTwjN80hvEnfzmzDblFGHgCV_wldMrMkj40qTnZdbUxMAZlMnBqdFFwgsMpvM7WtfgF5NpPOMxgty3KVAKrAbmjBn0UzCUrvTozA4uaXVzg_ha3IbZp6rLQPkRqslfVH/s320/image0+%25281%2529.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p></div><p><br /></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-73748467226982816612021-05-11T17:14:00.008-04:002021-05-11T17:19:31.246-04:00Mother's Day Brunch: The Results<p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggjrowg1VM5gkZ8YjykK573ae8jdGMU_ROAcMPWphhp9t5HaCVmkumvjM5hsNcl-c8d1lx1PVvpgBwdqH4qRJ_XafGZ0tPo-WrECnXUwi-MqQJismWaI_PgpEoQtJ0M0aTwNdVXF8YQYmM/s940/Mother%2527s+Day+Brunch.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="940" height="536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggjrowg1VM5gkZ8YjykK573ae8jdGMU_ROAcMPWphhp9t5HaCVmkumvjM5hsNcl-c8d1lx1PVvpgBwdqH4qRJ_XafGZ0tPo-WrECnXUwi-MqQJismWaI_PgpEoQtJ0M0aTwNdVXF8YQYmM/w640-h536/Mother%2527s+Day+Brunch.png" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I had one of the best Mother's Day's at my home - ever. We were all healthy, able to gather, the morning and early afternoon were sun filled and the whiffle ball game yielded no injuries! What more can anyone ask for?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Ah - what did we eat? I thought you'd never ask.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Here's the main menu:</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-size: large;">Three types of grilled luganega - Italian sausage sold in a spiral. We had hot, with cheese, and a no fennel version.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">Baked ham</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">Two casseroles with egg and cheese, one with sausage and the other with bacon.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">A veggie frittata - no dairy.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">Deviled eggs</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">Pancakes - plain and blueberry</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">Breakfast potatoes</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">Fresh fruit bowl</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">Cranberry sauce because my grandson currently cannot get enough of it.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">Prosciutto bread</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">Raspberry sorbet champagne punch</span></li></ul></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">For dessert:</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-size: large;">Chocolate torte with berry sauce</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">Crumb cake</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">Cherry pie</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">Chocolate chip pudding cake</span></li></ul><div><span style="font-size: large;">Forgot to make/include and still sitting in the refrigerator or on the counter:</span></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-size: large;">fresh apple slices with caramel and chocolate dipping sauces</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">cinnamon rolls</span></li></ul><div><span style="font-size: large;">Here's what I really want to talk about - those potatoes.</span></div></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">My younger son really loves the unseasoned, small cubes of frozen potatoes with eggs. It is a meal he can eat anytime of day and one he considers to be comfort food. So, it stands to reason I would delegate the preparation of these brunch carbs to him.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">He mixes the potatoes in a large, stainless steel mixing bowl with a bit of olive oil, salt, paprika, and seasoned pepper. They are then spread out in a single layer and baked according to the package directions. Normally, a home run.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">I made things challenging by adding a second bag to ensure the quantity we would need but only provided one baking dish rather than two separate cookie sheets. I know. I know.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">But, realizing the challenge, we thought we started the potatoes with enough time to stir, and cook them more than the single layer version.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">Not everyone arrived on time and that was a good thing. The potatoes continued to cook. And cook. And cook.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">Punch was served. Mix a bottle of soda (pick your fave clear or raspeberry flavored), a bottle of champagne, and some cranberry juice are combined in a punch bowl with ice and a container of raspberry sorbet or sherbet.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">Everyone has now arrived and are seated. The potatoes are READY!</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOZXeOzFWkx2EikgMPITMakcJv5_q4W8EbJXu77HRZZVL4-TRqMGgSQUnF2Ttls272xCmDzkKby7CW4xsLL-nNda4ImjkD0MnphzgGTjquAAEDk0w04QUtoGggbbjtQj93lPour61OBD5r/s2048/image0.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOZXeOzFWkx2EikgMPITMakcJv5_q4W8EbJXu77HRZZVL4-TRqMGgSQUnF2Ttls272xCmDzkKby7CW4xsLL-nNda4ImjkD0MnphzgGTjquAAEDk0w04QUtoGggbbjtQj93lPour61OBD5r/w300-h400/image0.jpeg" width="300" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">They were just waiting for all the guests! The trick though, seriously, is to stick with it, don't give up and just keep cooking.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">In between the main meal and dessert - that is when we play whiffle ball and take family photos. We are lucky to have two special Grand Poo-bahs attend and they are our matriarchs! Four generations of fun and laughter made it the best Mother's Day <a href="https://blog.zulily.com/plan-an-unforgettable-mothers-day-menu-recipes-ideas-and-a-cocktail/">(click here for more Mother's Day recipes you can make anytime)</a> and all were Fed Well.</span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><br /><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><br /><p></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-65186025936000142652021-04-30T14:53:00.001-04:002021-04-30T14:57:51.025-04:00Have grilling questions? Grilled & Seasoned Bread can be the answer.<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1LPAjfCUDaJKlYn4hMMnSC3CK9bABV3xRWqIxfR8y8ErF1sGiV_oT5WX4FFqW3G1j7xHo9lBOcHrUoJvWO1L2msxAA54_6AmtqhOTU99fB2ULkOvf3_og6RRzz4osvlhFMC-fwjYKNPV3/s1713/Picture2.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1337" data-original-width="1713" height="500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1LPAjfCUDaJKlYn4hMMnSC3CK9bABV3xRWqIxfR8y8ErF1sGiV_oT5WX4FFqW3G1j7xHo9lBOcHrUoJvWO1L2msxAA54_6AmtqhOTU99fB2ULkOvf3_og6RRzz4osvlhFMC-fwjYKNPV3/w640-h500/Picture2.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Grilling season is well underway. I know, I know, some folks grill year round but I think it's safe to say everyone is grilling now!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Burgers, dogs, chicken, steak, pork, sausage, and some vegetables. Woo hoo! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Know what else?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Grill some bread. Grill it as a base for bruschetta. Grill it then rub with sliced, fresh garlic. Grill it then top with horseradish mayo and roast beef. Grill it before smearing on some goat cheese and cranberries, or carmelized onion, or grilled portabella mushrooms. Grill bread for crostini, canapes, or just to enjoy the flavorful, seasoned crunch! But please - try it! <a href="https://blog.zulily.com/easy-ideas-for-the-best-make-ahead-thanksgiving-appetizers/" target="_blank">Click here for a few more details for your grilled bread!</a></div><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSVp6ibf5Ppy5tZYhgSNjm6ZylZ2b9NnFQ4627jqoVCsKQI09PFSgIlUavaUy5T1Goq1HBGi9KJjjmP_DDN1h1uMtmwXCgQTAo-0VIvndOEaeq0tLbVUe3KzY5fSlH4beSAPS4sdrj4TXg/s2048/pexels-pixabay-33783.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="315" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSVp6ibf5Ppy5tZYhgSNjm6ZylZ2b9NnFQ4627jqoVCsKQI09PFSgIlUavaUy5T1Goq1HBGi9KJjjmP_DDN1h1uMtmwXCgQTAo-0VIvndOEaeq0tLbVUe3KzY5fSlH4beSAPS4sdrj4TXg/w400-h315/pexels-pixabay-33783.jpg" width="400" /></a></p><p><span face=""Belltown Bold", Helvetica, Arial, Lucida, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #87189d; font-size: 16px; letter-spacing: 0.5px; text-transform: uppercase;">Grilled & seasoned bread</span></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">Slice the bread in approximately ½” slices </span></li><li><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">In a </span><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=mixing+bowl&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">bowl</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">, whisk together olive oil with salt and pepper to taste (do not skip this opportunity to season) </span></li><li><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">Use a pastry brush to lightly coat each side of the bread slices – immersing the bread in the oil mixture to save time will result in soggy crostini </span></li><ol><ol><ol><ol><ol><ol><ol><ol><ul><li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">Grill bread on both sides at a low enough temperature to allow the entire slice to warm through as well as have a crispy texture with visible golden-brown color. </span></li></ul></ol></ol></ol></ol></ol></ol></ol></ol></ul><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Keep trying new techniques for classic favorites. Grilling allows everyone to move outside and socialize, gives foods a distinct taste and texture, and can turn everyday foods into festive fare. Exactly what we need for these times and to facilitate feeling Fed Well - again!</div>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-3132576691679954532021-04-26T13:51:00.026-04:002021-04-27T09:39:02.073-04:00Comfort Foods <span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><img src="https://drive.google.com/uc?id=12PCUvR1ZqoVi0vgob3jwsANpArhgaLk3" width="100%" /></span><div><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Even when we are not dealing with the impacts of working remotely as the result of a global pandemic, we all crave comfort foods at various times in our lives. What those foods are vary from person to person but overall they typically bring soothing feelings, a sense of peace, and calm and well, comfort. For some, it may be sweets, or something really hot and ooey-gooey with cheese, and others may not crave snack foods at all but rather a piping hot bowl of mashed potatoes. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Mashed potatoes are a bit under-rated I think and are only brought out for holiday dinners or when paired with heavy stews on chilly, snowy nights. Doesn't have to be this way!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: underline; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">More than Mashed Potatoes</span> </span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Turn </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=masher&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">creamy, smooth mashed potatoes</a></span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> into an entrée by adding a few fun toppings! </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Ingredients:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><ul style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 0px; padding: 0.7em 0px 1em 1.143em; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">3 pounds of peeled Yukon gold potatoes, cut into </span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">2” chunks</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1 cup of milk (or heavy cream)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1 stick of butter</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1 pint of sour cream</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Kosher salt and pepper to taste</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li></ul><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Directions:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><ol style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: outside; margin: 0px; padding: 0.7em 0px 1em 1.143em; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Bring potatoes to a boil and let cook until they are fork tender.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Drain the potatoes </span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">and let them </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=colander&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">rest in a colander</a></span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Add milk</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> and butter to the warm pot</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Once the mixture is melted and combined, add the potatoes back in.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Mash with a masher</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> then add the sour cream, salt, and pepper and mash </span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">until creamy.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li></ol><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Dairy free? </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=measuring+cup&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">Substitute a cup</a></span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> of chicken broth and omit the milk, butter, and sour cream.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Once the potatoes are mashed, </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=soup+bowls&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">scoop a serving into a bowl</a></span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> and top with any combination of the following</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><ul style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 0px; padding: 0.7em 0px 1em 1.143em; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Black beans</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Corn</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Crumbled, crispy bacon</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Chives</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Cheddar cheese</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Chopped parsley</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Gravy</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Jal</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">a</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">penos</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Pulled pork</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Roast chicken or beef that has been shredded</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li></ul><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0KtjERgfIRiQVfLkN5fNC6NWXnT0SIOwP577jphyphenhyphenspdPeYYDVvZ6XhE5xM4Kx7Jo6Ip3_PEw9euTDLP2o57nmt_K4iRS4bmbnS9tfAl5iagg33toi5vAUNLJvesvhZdbnNYzJlt-yEhbd/s725/game-day-spud-bar_03.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="408" data-original-width="725" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0KtjERgfIRiQVfLkN5fNC6NWXnT0SIOwP577jphyphenhyphenspdPeYYDVvZ6XhE5xM4Kx7Jo6Ip3_PEw9euTDLP2o57nmt_K4iRS4bmbnS9tfAl5iagg33toi5vAUNLJvesvhZdbnNYzJlt-yEhbd/w400-h225/game-day-spud-bar_03.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="color: #333333; font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Whether in a bowl or on a plate, treat your </span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">mashed potatoes </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=scooper&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">like the ice cream base</a></span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> in a sundae and load them up with savory</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> toppings! </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Looking for more comfort food recipes? <a href="https://blog.zulily.com/master-mashed-potatoes-plus-5-other-comfort-food-recipes/" target="_blank">Click here</a> for Everything's Better with Cheddar Pasta, Unbirthday Milkshakes, and Strawberry Shortcake Biscuits!</span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">I know I have seasonal favorite foods but sometimes a dish like mashed potatoes really can be re-worked to be warm weather friendly and paired with grilled meats or turned into a meal on its own. The comfort level will be high and feelings of being Fed Well will be shared by all who share these foods with you.</span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></span></span></p></div>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-87108770171180167222021-04-23T16:36:00.001-04:002021-04-23T16:36:11.121-04:00Cloud Bread - what it is, how to make it, and serving ideas!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSfw3cur2XoVmbgaPoRoMzovdTLdme4Tbt6xw0kojiQcAHzdQ4Zz4A11AI3fczZ1wcTBd4XiugufT6pCJk8xIVppEZ5S5Ws0lElvWl7T5zdSlPGAis-aN6nUMhvUFZg8a_GRRS7mpBFHBr/s468/Picture1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="468" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSfw3cur2XoVmbgaPoRoMzovdTLdme4Tbt6xw0kojiQcAHzdQ4Zz4A11AI3fczZ1wcTBd4XiugufT6pCJk8xIVppEZ5S5Ws0lElvWl7T5zdSlPGAis-aN6nUMhvUFZg8a_GRRS7mpBFHBr/w640-h426/Picture1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Cloud Bread</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Cloud Bread may be a staple for some Keto diet followers but whether you partake in a low carb diet or not, you sure can add a 3 ingredient baked good to your recipes.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This is also another great opportunity for you to build on the basic ingredients and add your own personal spin.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">All you need to get started is:</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">3 eggs – separated </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">3 tablespoons of softened cream cheese </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">1/8 teaspoon of cream of tartar </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">That's it!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Here's what to do:</span></div><p></p><ol style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: outside; margin: 0px; padding: 0.7em 0px 1em 1.143em; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Preheat oven to 300°F.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Separate the eggs into two bowls.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Add the cream of tartar to the egg whites and </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=hand+mixer&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">beat until stiff peaks form</a></span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">In the bowl with the yolks, a</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">dd the cream cheese and mix </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">well</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Fold </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">(</span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=spatula&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">use a spatula to gently lift</a></span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> the mixture up from the bottom of the bowl then cross over the top rather than stirring) </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">half of the egg whites into the yolks until just combined. Add the re</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">maining egg </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">white mixture</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> and fold until incorporated.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Spoon </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">one </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">heaping tablespoon</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> at a time </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">to create a ½” thick circle </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=baking+sheet&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">onto a baking sheet</a></span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> lined with parchment paper. The paper will help keep the bottoms of the </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">bread from becoming too brown or sticking to the </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">sheet.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=timer&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">Bake for 30 minutes</a></span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> or until golden.</span></span></li></ol><div><span style="color: #333333; font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;">Want to know some great customization ides? <a href="https://blog.zulily.com/what-is-cloud-bread-and-how-to-make-it/" target="_blank">Click here for more</a> tips on creating more savory, tasty Cloud Bread and how to make a few quick bites with it.</span></div><div><span style="color: #333333; font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #333333; font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;">New recipes are always welcome here and I hope you feel the same. Breaking out of the same old routine helps keep us feeling Fed Well!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><p><br /></p><!--[if mso & !supportInlineShapes & supportFields]><span
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Savory or Sweet - PIE is the answer!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqQHP-5OuaAlj_j-iP9mGcM3QNJ9YrrPEgSMhGRHKeCNyFDTJBpSPGIr9NvKtEYi0nwCs7RpgZTyq94sByuGRCqg7OyePLlreLY-fXdV1xzp_ZDcgY3DgLXJdqOKdv9WXV7tznDZEtqaO_/s2048/Crust.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1785" data-original-width="2048" height="558" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqQHP-5OuaAlj_j-iP9mGcM3QNJ9YrrPEgSMhGRHKeCNyFDTJBpSPGIr9NvKtEYi0nwCs7RpgZTyq94sByuGRCqg7OyePLlreLY-fXdV1xzp_ZDcgY3DgLXJdqOKdv9WXV7tznDZEtqaO_/w640-h558/Crust.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Fruit pies. Savory pies. With or without crust. Any season. Pies are THE most versatile food and the answer to most questions.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">What's for lunch? Chicken Pot Pie.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">What's for dinner? Shepherd's Pie.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">What's for dessert? Apple Pie.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">What should I bring to brunch? Tomato Tart.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">What can I bring to the party? Sugar Cream Pie.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One of my family's favorites, and a meal everyone here enjoys (leave the dairy out of the potatoes and substitute a splash of chicken broth) is Shepherd's Pie. I make mine in a large rectangular baking dish instead of a traditional pie pan because we need to double the recipe if all of us are gathered.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAoynehQNadQthkaKDXcvQ5Pvu8bVH1es_3oCHhDCoASx_QgK15S134q9ryVOnfyLSEW4LvDI6A3tJBV6JRfTvTCp7Ir7-mjglzAkTC6M5n-yqPx2GA2j9Mhldo_G_Aw3V_95ofhhyphenhyphenPLS_/s1843/Shepherds+Pie.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1843" data-original-width="1719" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAoynehQNadQthkaKDXcvQ5Pvu8bVH1es_3oCHhDCoASx_QgK15S134q9ryVOnfyLSEW4LvDI6A3tJBV6JRfTvTCp7Ir7-mjglzAkTC6M5n-yqPx2GA2j9Mhldo_G_Aw3V_95ofhhyphenhyphenPLS_/w596-h640/Shepherds+Pie.png" width="596" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><h2 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #87189d; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.5px; line-height: 1.3em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-align: left; text-transform: uppercase; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">WEEKNIGHT</span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">SHEPHERD’S PIE</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></h2><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">The Shepherd’s Pie recipe in </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">vintage cookbooks may include lamb </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">stew meat. Today, ground lamb, or ground beef, are the more common</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">ly used</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> protein</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">. </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Locations</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> around the globe may also refer to the use of beef as </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">a Cottage Pie and the use of lamb as Shepherd’s Pie. </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Although this dish does not use a traditional pie crust, the </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=mashed+potato&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">mashed potato topping</a></span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> acts in a similar </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">way as a pastry crust</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> – the potatoes keep their s</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">oft, pillowy inner</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> texture but develop a crisp crust and work</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> b</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">y </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">holding the heat in and letting the filling cook </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">to create a </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">craveable</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> comfort dish.</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Filling</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> Ingredients:</span></p><ul style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 0px; padding: 0.7em 0px 1em 1.143em; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;"><li><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">3 – 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into similar size chunks</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1 stick of butter </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1 pound of ground beef</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">2 cups of vegetables – carrots, celery, corn, peas</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1 medium onion, chopped</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">½ cup of beef broth</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=salt+and+pepper&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">Salt and pepper</a></span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> to taste</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li></ul><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Directions</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><ol style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: outside; margin: 0px; padding: 0.7em 0px 1em 1.143em; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Preheat oven to 350°.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Boil the potatoes in salted water</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> until tender.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Drain potatoes </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">then</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> mash </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">them</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> in the pot </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">with half of the stick of butter. Leave</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> the mashed potatoes</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> in </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">the </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">pot</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> until needed.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Brown ground beef in a </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=skillet&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">large skillet until brown</a></span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">. Drain beef and set aside.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Place half of the stick of butter in the same skillet t</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">he beef was cooked in (ensure no grease remains in the pan). Add the onion and carrots.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Once the onion is soft, add celery if desired</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Combine beef, cooked vegetables, corn and peas, beef broth, salt and pepper</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">, Worcestershire sauce in a pie dish.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Top mixture with a layer of mashed potatoes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Use a fork to create stripes in the potatoes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> This step is a non-negotiable for my husband. I was just going to put it in the oven when he came in the kitchen and asked if I was going to make the lines. I had no idea this was important to him.</span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Place the Shepherd’s Pie in the oven on the middle rack and bake for approximately 30 minutes or until potato topping is </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">golden</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> brown.</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=broil&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">Broil for the last 2 – 3 minutes</a></span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> if desired for </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">crispier potatoes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li></ol></div>I serve mine with a classic brown gravy. The vegetables sometimes include mushrooms and I have to confess, I usually leave out the peas.<div><br /></div><div>A quick cold snap here in the Northeast makes Shepherd's Pie a real possibility for dinner on a chilly April weeknight.<br /><div><br /></div><div>We have grown from a family of four to having 6 adults gathered at the table, one grandson in a high chair and a granddaughter nearby who is not ready yet to eat solid food. We tend to gather on a weeknight for dinner since work schedules fluctuate to not only include weekends but nights as well. Recently, I was not sure what to make and was considering take-out but made this dish instead. My daughter-in-law said, "Wow, I had no idea this was an I just whipped this up kind of meal." I smiled from the inside.</div><div><br /></div><div>Being able to gather at all, and enjoy food and conversations, with my immediate family always leaves me feeling Fed Well. <a href="https://blog.zulily.com/pie-perfection-five-sweet-and-savory-pies-to-add-to-your-recipe-book/" target="_blank">For more great pie recipes - click here</a>.<br /><p></p><p><br /></p><!--[if mso & !supportInlineShapes & supportFields]><span
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But, the good news is, you sure can if that is something you enjoy, or you can leave them out. Paella has very few rules!<div><br /></div><div>If you've never heard anyone say paella before, I say, pie -A-ya. I have no idea if that's right, that's just me.</div><div><br /></div><div>This dish focuses on the rice. A short grain rice with a bit of a crispy bite is the one rule the traditionalists would want followed as well as using a large, wide pan so the ingredients can be spread out over the surface area. </div><div><br /></div><div>In fact, this is a meal named for the pan and its origins seem to be from Spain. To find out more details about paella, <a href="https://blog.zulily.com/how-to-make-the-perfect-paella/" target="_blank">click here</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here's a great starter recipe for paella:</div><div><br /></div><div><div><b>LAND AND SEA PAELLA WITH CHICKEN, SAUSAGE, AND SHRIMP</b> </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Ingredients </b></div><div><br /></div><div>4 tablespoons olive oil </div><div>1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 2” pieces, coated in flour </div><div>1 pound of ground sausage </div><div>1 pound of medium shrimp, peeled and deveined </div><div>1 cup minced onions </div><div>1 diced celery stalk </div><div>1 each small-sized sweet red and green bell peppers, cut into small chunks </div><div>1 cup chopped canned tomatoes </div><div>1 tablespoon minced garlic </div><div>Kosher salt and black pepper to taste </div><div>3 cups of white rice – short grain or Arborio </div><div>1/4 teaspoon ground saffron or saffron threads </div><div>6 cups of liquid (chicken stock, vegetable, or seafood broth) </div><div>Finely chopped parsley and lemon wedges for garnish (optional) </div><div> </div><div><b>Directions </b></div><div><br /></div><div><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>Place the ground sausage in a large diameter frying pan over medium heat. </li><li>Add the flour coated chicken. Cook until the chicken is golden and firm. </li><li>Remove sausage and chicken from the pan and set aside. </li><li>In the same pan, combine olive oil, onion, celery, and peppers – season with salt and pepper and allow to cook for 2 – 3 minutes. </li><li>Stir in canned tomatoes and scrape up any bits on the bottom of the pan. </li><li>Combine saffron with ¼ cup of liquid before adding to the mixture. </li><li>Pour in remaining stock. </li><li>Add rice and stir. </li><li>Once the liquid is simmering, nestle in the chicken, sausage, and shrimp. </li><li>Do not stir. </li><li>Allow to cook on low-medium heat with lid, until the liquid is absorbed. </li><li>Let the paella rest off of the heat for a few minutes before serving. </li><li>Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges. </li></ol></div><div>Options: </div><div><br /></div><div>Add sliced green olives or capers if desired. </div><div>Substitute ¼ teaspoon each of paprika and turmeric for the saffron. </div><div>If bone in chicken is desired, cook in the same pan ahead of time, then remove and reserve. Add in step #9. </div></div><div><br /></div><div>This is a great meal for gatherings, celebrations, lunch or dinner, and can travel well. As you begin to share meals again with extended family and friends, consider a paella for its ability to please so many palettes. Want to bring a meal to someone who is feeling under the weather, just had a baby, or lost a loved one? Paella.</div><div><br /></div><div>Don't like seafood - don't use it. Would rather have chorrizo or kielbasi over sausage. Wonderful! Want to make a vegetarian version? Go for it! Do what you like to make this a tasty dish that will leave you feeling Fed Well!</div><div> <p></p></div>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-77467677283719410922021-04-16T10:56:00.000-04:002021-04-16T10:56:31.231-04:00Mother's Day Ideas & Recipe for Broken Lasagna Noodle Primavera<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU76D0mdvBvo1JfC17mKfOR_azXifYxZgC6roH29EBDg0nCMQdSrDTnXxnQwzPyLCKTiyfbcWEIZSpdlgD7ixPZR40tlpjajhHkNzZVo2I-8wrqTOr1D69pn8-YOndk6UC348JGEdO5c4S/s2048/pexels-giftpunditscom-2072170+%25281%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU76D0mdvBvo1JfC17mKfOR_azXifYxZgC6roH29EBDg0nCMQdSrDTnXxnQwzPyLCKTiyfbcWEIZSpdlgD7ixPZR40tlpjajhHkNzZVo2I-8wrqTOr1D69pn8-YOndk6UC348JGEdO5c4S/w640-h426/pexels-giftpunditscom-2072170+%25281%2529.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Hosting a Mother's Day meal this year? Whether it is your first time or your 21st - here are a few tips to help make the celebration a success and a few menu ideas.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">1. Flowers are wonderful - as gifts, on the table, around the room - or all of the above. Arrangements, cut flowers, or potted plants all add color, and a pretty touch. Consider mixing things up and including small pots of herbs, or starter plants for her vegetable garden like tomatoes which can be grown in containers on her porch or deck.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">2. Breakfast in bed, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, happy hour, dinner and dessert are all fabulous options for celebrating the Mom in your life. Find the tradition that works best and just own it!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">3. What does she enjoy? Tea? Coffee? A bit of the bubbly? A Blood Mary filled with spears of fresh vegetables and a skewer of shrimp? Choose a cocktail or special drink that honors her tastes. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">4. Do not in any way create work for Mom as a result of the celebration. Cooking? Well, that means you are also setting up, clearing and cleaning. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">5. Keep safety precautions in mind. If it's not safe to celebrate in person, consider leaving a basket of goodies at Mom's door with a special card or send a video message AND a phone call.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">So...about the menu ideas and recipes. Make what Mom likes. Make the latest trend. Make whatever is the tradition. Looking for new ideas?</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blog.zulily.com/plan-an-unforgettable-mothers-day-menu-recipes-ideas-and-a-cocktail/" target="_blank">Click here for my Zulily Mother's Day menu post.</a> </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">This is one I am looking forward to making:</span></p><h2 style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #87189d; font-family: "Belltown Bold", Helvetica, Arial, Lucida, sans-serif; font-size: 22px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.5px; line-height: 1.3em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 10px; text-transform: uppercase; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">PASTA </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">PERFECTION – </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">BROKEN LASAGNA NOODLE PRIMAVERA</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></h2><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">What is more fun than the ribbon, curlicue, </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=lasagna&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">edges of lasagna noodles</a></span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> when it comes to pasta shapes? Tired of making a full pan of the traditional baked dish or looking for a bright, springtime primavera twist? </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Looking for a recipe that allows a lot of flexibility for swap outs and customizing to your family’s tastes? Need a gluten-free, dairy-free item on the menu? </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Broken lasagna noodle primavera is the answer!</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Ingredients:</span></span></p><ul style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 0px; padding: 0.7em 0px 1em 1.143em; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1-pound of lasagna noodles</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> (regular or gluten-free)</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> broken to create about five pieces per noodle</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1-pound asparagus, trimmed</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1 cup peas or ½ pound of sugar snap peas</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1 small head of broccoli or broccolini</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1 small zucchini halved and chopped into half-moons</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1 bunch of chopped green onion or one small, thinly sliced shallot</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1 – 2 tablespoons olive oil</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li></ul><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">S</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">auce</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> ingredients</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><ul style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 0px; padding: 0.7em 0px 1em 1.143em; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">½ cup of olive oil</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1 – 2 cloves of finely minced garlic</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">½ cup chopped parsley</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1 cup reserved pasta water</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Juice from one fresh lemon</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Salt and pepper to taste</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li></ul><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Directions</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><ol style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: outside; margin: 0px; padding: 0.7em 0px 1em 1.143em; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Preheat oven to 425 °.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Boil </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=cookware&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">salted water in a large pot</a></span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> and cook broken lasagna noodles according to package directions.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Reserve one cup of </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">the </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">pasta cooking water</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> before</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=colander&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">draining the noodles</a></span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> and set aside.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Combine asparagus, broccoli or broccolini, zucchini, </span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">onion,</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> or shallot</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">,</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> with olive oil, then arrange in a </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=baking+sheet&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">single layer on a baking sheet</a></span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> and sprinkle with salt and pepper.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Roast the vegetables in the oven until they are tender (about 15 minutes).</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">In a saucepan, combine olive oil and garlic and simmer over medium heat until fragrant. Add ½ cup of pasta water, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 1 – 2 minutes. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Combine and toss broken lasagna noodles, roasted vegetables, and sauce </span><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=serving+bowl&fromSearch=true?tid=33647575_zcvp2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;" target="_blank">in a large bowl</a></span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">. If more sauce is needed, add the rem</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">aining</span><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> reserved pasta water. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Top with parsley and serve.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li></ol><p><span style="font-size: large;">Remember - a recipe is just a guide. I might add shrimp. Maybe I will grill the asparagus first. Maybe the grocery store broccoli didn't look good and I had to leave it out. All good.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">What do we do at my house? Typically I host a brunch, with mimosas or perhaps a punch, and my sister and I provide an assortment of dishes mostly focusing on breakfast foods - could be pancakes, waffles, egg casseroles, sausage, ham, potatoes, fruit, and pastries - to name a few past successes. THEN, if the weather allows, we all head outside for a group game of maybe kickball or I think this year it will be Whiffle Ball. It can get pretty competitive, but we have a great time and a group photo before heading back inside for some decadent desserts. Mother's Day always leaves us feeling Fed Well and happy for being together.</span></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-15018064019085362052021-04-15T15:05:00.003-04:002021-04-15T15:08:24.150-04:00Cheese, Glorious Cheese - Which ones are on your Charcuterie Board?<p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN04wskcY06udfp7dd1mxxo1lMUGGxpP9vuZHtEZXEoFoz7euHo0Pa3LmcgLh89IG9c6RopxzZ-9byB7U_4Iqpr8NGmdCGHhT02lmhJ8I_zNGGGN44NoHcdJByYUs6JItqddUitikROgEf/s2048/pexels-luna-lovegood-4087609+%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1366" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN04wskcY06udfp7dd1mxxo1lMUGGxpP9vuZHtEZXEoFoz7euHo0Pa3LmcgLh89IG9c6RopxzZ-9byB7U_4Iqpr8NGmdCGHhT02lmhJ8I_zNGGGN44NoHcdJByYUs6JItqddUitikROgEf/w640-h426/pexels-luna-lovegood-4087609+%25281%2529.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Before we deep dive into cheeses, can we just review the evolution of appetizers served at home parties and celebrations in no particular order?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Pepperoni and cheese</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Cheese and crackers</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Fondue</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Cheeseballs</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Cheesepuffs </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Loaded potato skins</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Baked Brie</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Caprese Platters drizzled with Balsamic</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Cheese-y Nachos</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Goat Cheese Canapes</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Stromboli</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Mozzarella Sticks</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Quesadillas</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Charcuterie Boards</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Yes, Charcuterie Boards seem to be the biggest, and most recent appetizer trend everyone has embraced. Largely because they can be customized to include whatever a person enjoys with as many other components as they choose - but mostly, they have meats and cheeses, as defined by the very name - Charcuterie.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">Plus, a Charcuterie Board is generally crowd pleasing, beautiful, and of course, delicious.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivdBjGjERj2bpc899MuPBYZzeafLWerWTBwTqyjq7N008MRnFhbq5IuiTpJJh7bU-Dt-67v6Jn66cA7Y0dDSwvn6UO3X7gLjsQwZvmfZOXyh2IrzDKhvJgvpUONc5hsKnJvl0fUMp7KrZ6/s2048/pexels-karolina-grabowska-6660128.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivdBjGjERj2bpc899MuPBYZzeafLWerWTBwTqyjq7N008MRnFhbq5IuiTpJJh7bU-Dt-67v6Jn66cA7Y0dDSwvn6UO3X7gLjsQwZvmfZOXyh2IrzDKhvJgvpUONc5hsKnJvl0fUMp7KrZ6/w426-h640/pexels-karolina-grabowska-6660128.jpg" width="426" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Textures, colors, and a range of flavors all combine to create the perfect bite!</span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2Z1UcFOb5kgnj2_RYXUOLinEYhfzEiVeI4mwN1HVaYybmus4GXMAt9nl0si4t-foHucb-XYNGapU0JTpodrco3SvIpvlaQG9Qyyvb5igFK2Z2KizRTa4MXQiJv8VZOc7s19xuNAF-Wa-C/s2048/pexels-karolina-grabowska-6660071.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2Z1UcFOb5kgnj2_RYXUOLinEYhfzEiVeI4mwN1HVaYybmus4GXMAt9nl0si4t-foHucb-XYNGapU0JTpodrco3SvIpvlaQG9Qyyvb5igFK2Z2KizRTa4MXQiJv8VZOc7s19xuNAF-Wa-C/w640-h426/pexels-karolina-grabowska-6660071.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">How do you decide which are the best cheese to include? Start with one or two of your personal favorites because after all, this is your creation.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">For the rest, try to mix up textures and consider what will pair well or taste best when combined with the rest of the components on the board. Bold versus mild, hard or soft textures, and adding in cheeses made with goat or sheep's milk helps keep things interesting and tasty. <a href="https://blog.zulily.com/best-cheese-to-buy-for-charcuterie-boards/" target="_blank">Click here for more details about choosing the best cheese for your charcuterie board.</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">During the social restrictions imposed during the pandemic, my immediate family gathered once a week for dinner and adopted a Happy Hour time prior to the main meal. Frequently, charcuterie boards can be found with salami, pepperoni, cheddar, mozzarella, pickles, crackers or grilled garlic bread rounds, sliced tomatoes, olives, grapes, and whatever other treats are on hand that week. We play music in the background and chat while the meal finishes cooking (or take-out is picked up). As life returns to pre-Covid traditions, we actually hope to keep this practice alive. I hope you and yours have found a way to connect during these challenging times and continue to be Fed Well.</span></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-4987163425919301582021-04-13T20:35:00.002-04:002021-04-13T20:41:56.407-04:00Fresh Salad Recipes including a Big M Burger Salad<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvhU8eVVyeEuHULNBd7pREMCNKAyK_lEh3XwZKpw3NLdGCkPSAiZNka54Pnop6AWlqQSbpvoVqYnzl2UMBDeRvs19WMouboIR7SL1QN4qwOv_tlEPSAfYTCMqbNPg-iuICYB9It4G8EajE/s940/Turn+your+burger+into+a+salad%2521.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="940" height="536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvhU8eVVyeEuHULNBd7pREMCNKAyK_lEh3XwZKpw3NLdGCkPSAiZNka54Pnop6AWlqQSbpvoVqYnzl2UMBDeRvs19WMouboIR7SL1QN4qwOv_tlEPSAfYTCMqbNPg-iuICYB9It4G8EajE/w640-h536/Turn+your+burger+into+a+salad%2521.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Nope. I'm not crazy! Turn your burgers and cheeseburgers into a salad!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Think about it. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Lettuce - check. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Tomatoes - check. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Onions - check. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Cheese - check.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Pickles - check.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Thousand Island dressing - check.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Top with sesame seeds - check.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Trade off the bun for croutons (or leave out the carbs). </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">All the key ingredients for that classic double yellow arches, two all beef patty, MacBurger - turned into a salad! This Big M Burger Salad could be scaled up and served in a big platter for pool parties (I'm thinking of bringing one to my son and daughter-in-law's house this summer) and barbecues or as a main meal for one or two!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Why haven't we talked about this before now?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Chop up your lettuce, add diced, fresh tomatoes, chopped onion and pickles, either chunks of cheddar or American cheese, dress with Thousand Island or your own secret sauce, sprinkle on some sesame seeds, add your freshly grilled hamburger on top, and this salad is ready!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Crispy, crunchy, juicy. All the flavor combinations you have come to love and recognize from a class hamburger loaded with fresh toppings.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Yes, you can swap out the burger for grilled chicken. Yes, you could also use grilled steak, or shrimp or whatever protein you like, but really, the idea is to give you all the flavors of that juicy burger with a higher ratio of salad.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Want some more fresh salad ideas? <a href="https://blog.zulily.com/top-10-healthy-tasty-quick-salad-ideas-with-recipes-to-try/">Click here</a> for my recent Zulily post - Top 10 Healthy, Tasty & Quick Salad Ideas with Recipes to try!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I'm looking forward to the warmer weather, safely gathering again with friends and family, and celebrating the longer days and just being together. The restrictions of the pandemic have shown how sweet it really is to be together and Fed Well!</span></div><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div> <p></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-80289567455708806492021-04-06T13:59:00.004-04:002021-04-06T13:59:59.076-04:00Breakfast and Lunch for Dinner!<p><span style="font-size: large;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv4OkkHUosnBbdssYiR2z0tlJYvYQAkOfYe-pD8QiQlbV8IObeCWyReHmLnGNd4Zbrt2Ix7jQzFPIspHKKaSFJ15gLY6Fy5a7trY_5PuxP5GJVDHIdQEfGyJyQIzQpQ2SuOw1bq7XJOV-S/s940/Add+a+heading+%25281%2529.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="940" height="536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv4OkkHUosnBbdssYiR2z0tlJYvYQAkOfYe-pD8QiQlbV8IObeCWyReHmLnGNd4Zbrt2Ix7jQzFPIspHKKaSFJ15gLY6Fy5a7trY_5PuxP5GJVDHIdQEfGyJyQIzQpQ2SuOw1bq7XJOV-S/w640-h536/Add+a+heading+%25281%2529.png" width="640" /></a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Growing up, the meal formula was typically a protein (which if I'm really honest was only meat - beef, pork, or chicken were always in rotation), a vegetable, and a starch which was either a rice, potato or pasta. Imagine three big wheels, protein, vegetable and starch, that could be spun to create the evening meal. Okay, it wasn't exactly like that, but you could modernize this technique to help keep dinners interesting and fresh!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Proteins have been expanded to include other options like fish including shellfish, cheese or dairy, and even turkey! Turkey is a great option for leanness and can be found in the supermarket section as a ground meat, cutlet, or even tenderloin. Sausage, kielbasa or chorizo, ham, or cold cured meats like salami can also widen your evening meal selection (and they can even be made from turkey).</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Guess what else is protein?</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Give yourself 10 points if you thought - eggs!! Yes! This is where it starts to get fun! Eggs can be the primary focus for any meal! Frittatas, quiches, omelettes are a few great options. OR fry and egg for on top of your burger. OR try baked eggs in tomato sauce, also known as Shakshuka. Voilà - breakfast for dinner that is not pancakes or French toast and overflowing with carbs or sugar.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Lunch. What comes to mind? No, no fast food choices! Traditionally though, sandwiches are popular choices for lunch, right? BLT, grilled cheese, chicken salad, turkey club, tuna melt, so many options. Or salads. Tossed salad, cobb, Caesar...oooh, why not combine somethings right here and make a grilled chicken, grilled Caesar salad for dinner with a side of grilled garlic toast instead of croutons! What?</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Here's how:</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">1. Grill chicken breast that have simply been marinated in a little Italian dressing, or a splash of olive oil with freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt and pepper.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">2. Split romaine lettuce lengthwise and drizzle with olive oil then season with salt and pepper to taste. Then grill until the leaves have hash marks or are a bit wilted.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">3. In a small bowl, mix three cloves of crushed garlic with 3/4 cup of olive oil, salt and pepper. Use a pastry brush to spread the mixture on the surface of individual slices of Italian bread, then grill until toasted, turn, and finish grilling on the other side. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">4. Plate 1 section of romaine, top with your favorite Ceasar dressing, then the sliced, grilled chicken breast and serve with a side of grilled garlic toast. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">This will likely become one of your summer go-to dinners this year!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Try to find ways to mix things up to keep meals interesting for yourself. Make substitutions and swap outs and work with recipes you already know and love.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Looking for more meal inspiration? <a href="https://blog.zulily.com/13504-2/" target="_blank">Check out this blog post by Fed Well on Zulily</a> and try an Instant Pot (R) recipe for dinner! </span></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-75761390372650665122021-03-29T13:52:00.000-04:002021-03-29T13:52:15.589-04:00Whip up a Whiskey Sour<p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3DqMWZKeCqCzsjuyVqwoxzu6QEltGOt1qVUzwV-4_w4l-Oi8TxkfGDiMNs-1kCC9t0nU2zjF5OrZFXEuDh4drdVUgqSIw2MJzW6NAPMaLgUj_5nYnB7w9hhpS6Cnqy_7op-yKpBDZFd-J/s2048/pexels-anthony-shkraba-4485372.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1334" data-original-width="2048" height="416" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3DqMWZKeCqCzsjuyVqwoxzu6QEltGOt1qVUzwV-4_w4l-Oi8TxkfGDiMNs-1kCC9t0nU2zjF5OrZFXEuDh4drdVUgqSIw2MJzW6NAPMaLgUj_5nYnB7w9hhpS6Cnqy_7op-yKpBDZFd-J/w640-h416/pexels-anthony-shkraba-4485372.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Ever have a cocktail in one bar or restaurant and you love it so you order it again someplace else and the two do not compare? </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">For me, a Whiskey Sour can very much vary from location to location. Want to know the secret?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Foamy egg whites must be shaken with the ingredients to give it that little bit of lush, density that truly defines a Whiskey Sour. AND never use commercially prepared cocktail mix. That's not snobbery, it's just better to make your beverages with fresh ingredients - just like your food.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">So...here's how I make a Whiskey Sour:</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">What you need -</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-size: large;">1/2 shot of Simple Syrup (equal parts water and sugar boiled then cooled)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">2 shots of Whiskey</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">1 shot of Lemon juice</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">1/2 shot of Egg white</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">Ice</span></li><li><span style="font-size: large;">Maraschino cherry in the glass and/or slice of orange for garnish</span></li></ul></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Yes, I know. I did not mention bitters. Well, please feel free to add your choice of bitters at your discretion.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Otherwise, mix the simply syrup, whiskey, lemon juice, and egg white in a shaker filled with ice. Shake some more. If your fingertips are frozen - go ahead and pour into a short glass. Enjoy.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz8_PUNuhv718zV4bAaYUawUCKqBhUVGmy7EdnsPsSd5wTFUkvAkU6yagkCxnELcBmsvd1CovsKWAL_s6nHlCqkzGhTkI7BIREg4qHUYIaqi3WwWjVmf5ogsR_tychwbxyLnNpZIefXpwX/s2048/pexels-kseniia-lopyreva-4959831.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz8_PUNuhv718zV4bAaYUawUCKqBhUVGmy7EdnsPsSd5wTFUkvAkU6yagkCxnELcBmsvd1CovsKWAL_s6nHlCqkzGhTkI7BIREg4qHUYIaqi3WwWjVmf5ogsR_tychwbxyLnNpZIefXpwX/w426-h640/pexels-kseniia-lopyreva-4959831.jpg" width="426" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">We enjoyed Whiskey Sours for St. Patrick's Day this year at my house with take-out corned beef dinners. It was a fun night with family as we remembered years past when we would attend a largely celebrated and attended St. Patrick's Day parade. Events are starting to return as the pandemic restrictions are changing. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Sláinte! And cheers to you and yours - may 2021 be the year you celebrate being Fed Well!</span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><br /><p></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-8394282341392170382021-03-28T14:49:00.001-04:002021-03-28T14:49:37.872-04:00Mom! What's for lunch? Ideas for home and your little one's lunchbox!<p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirH8wWkQ9a84rCdMDdeGMJu0pepOZ-NHxNQBp5Sj0ejSxgGi-dJp1y4rb6IpOGcDS13HNvA-gBS49JlTj_hSWGC5fF2wuwWnBYIREy9oTgLOnGKXnGjjKCqRukaMgDwX4as0hS5TfleOW1/s2048/pexels-katerina-holmes-5905691.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirH8wWkQ9a84rCdMDdeGMJu0pepOZ-NHxNQBp5Sj0ejSxgGi-dJp1y4rb6IpOGcDS13HNvA-gBS49JlTj_hSWGC5fF2wuwWnBYIREy9oTgLOnGKXnGjjKCqRukaMgDwX4as0hS5TfleOW1/w640-h426/pexels-katerina-holmes-5905691.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Maybe you are on spring break this week. Maybe your child is 100% learning remotely or has always been home schooled. Whatever your circumstance - your child needs lunch! The key to being able to prepare a lunch your child will love is not the need for fantastical and whimsical, artfully arranged food that looks as though a professional stylist created a next level masterpiece. Simply have a few well loved ingredients and food items on hand to put together a lunch they will WANT to eat (and never trade)!</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Categories</b></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Think in terms of categories - </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">proteins, fruits, vegetables, grains, and treats.</span> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Pairings</b></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Just as we like to eat certain food combinations, your child likely has developed a taste for certain foods together and whether you might never consider traying peanut butter and banana, if that is a combo your child loves - go with it!</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Flexibility </span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">When introducing a new food(s), remember not every swing is a homerun, and have an alternative in mind. It's best to introduce something for the first time when your child is home so they can have another choice. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Keep in mind the need to substitute ingredients based on allergies as well as preferences.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Try not to focus on strict adherence to nutritional guidelines per meal but rather in making sure your child gets what they need throughout the course of a day.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Menu Ideas</b></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Use classic lunch menus (including those inside prepacked commercial lunch products) as a starting point. The reason manufacturers and marketers make selections like ham and swiss or veggies with humus, is because they have been proven to be purchased and enjoyed. A way to bring these pairings to life is in the presentation - cut meats and cheeses into bite sized cubes, or even fun geometric shapes or package veggies and dips in easy to open, decorative containers.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b>Veggie Nuggets</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Make some veggie nuggets and include their favorite sauce or dip.</span></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="auto" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Ingredients:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><ul style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 0px; padding: 0.7em 0px 1em 1.143em; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1/2</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> cup each boiled or </span><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=vegetable+steamer&fromSearch=true" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;">steamed</a><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> tender carrots, broccoli, </span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">and</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">cauliflower</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">,</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> cooled</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1/4</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> cup of breadcrumbs for filling, </span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">plus </span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">extra for dipping formed nuggets</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1 large egg</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Salt and pepper</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">,</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> to taste</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Vegetable oil for </span><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=frying+pan&fromSearch=true" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;">frying</a><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li></ul><p style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: 1.7em; margin: 0px 0px 1.6em; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Steps:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></p><ol style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: outside; margin: 0px; padding: 0.7em 0px 1em 1.143em; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline;"><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Combine </span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">vegetables</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">, </span><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=measuring+cup&fromSearch=true%22%20\" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;">1/4 cup</a><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> breadcrumbs, salt</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> and pepper.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to portion out veggie mixture into a ball</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">,</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> then flatten into a nugget shape.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Coat nuggets with more breadcrumbs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Fry nuggets until golden brown or use an </span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">a</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">ir </span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">f</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">ryer.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.zulily.com/search?q=cooling+rack&fromSearch=true" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #590776; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;">Drain and cool.</a><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li><li style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0.7em; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Nuggets can also be baked in a traditional oven at 400</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">°</span><span data-contrast="none" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> F for about 15 minutes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span></span></li></ol></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">For more lunch ideas and recipes, <a href="https://blog.zulily.com/list-of-healthy-lunch-ideas-for-kids/" target="_blank">check out this post</a>!</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;">Enjoy this time with the children in your life. As many of us already know, the days may seem long, but the years pass quickly - make sure they (and you) are Fed Well!</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></div><br /><p></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-45938204420251395992021-03-26T08:32:00.005-04:002021-03-26T08:49:34.469-04:00Chicken Cutlet Perfection - 4 Ingredients<p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwx-FouzvEb2c489CMzYA6WR_5-eASn01YVdurCc4VYvGlq7-ZgPP73jVh2-XEc75bcWiATn3_W40_6g1oASJApnwte9AjUDZV1BWMcb6A8g2J1McV2smWGuo9Fn7hI4Ul9fDEZDIcJc3E/s820/egg+flour+breadcrumb.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="547" data-original-width="820" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwx-FouzvEb2c489CMzYA6WR_5-eASn01YVdurCc4VYvGlq7-ZgPP73jVh2-XEc75bcWiATn3_W40_6g1oASJApnwte9AjUDZV1BWMcb6A8g2J1McV2smWGuo9Fn7hI4Ul9fDEZDIcJc3E/w640-h426/egg+flour+breadcrumb.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Chicken Cutlet 101</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">A perfectly, golden brown, crispy yet tender and juicy, chicken cutlet is one of the culinary world's greatest offerings. Over the years, I thought I was doing a pretty great job, selecting organic chicken, slicing it into cutlets, pounding it out underneath a layer of plastic wrap, gently heating the oil in a large skillet then dipping the chicken in egg wash before covering it in bread crumbs and frying.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">No, that's not a typo. That's how I did it. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I always thought the flour was an unnecessary, extra step, what-good-does-it do, bit of nonsense. Plus, I thought most of the flour would wash off in the egg mixture. My cutlets were great.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I believed.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Until, one night, my younger son, armed with enthusiasm and a thermometer, took over the cutlet task for me.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">He checked the temperature of the oil.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">What? </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">He dredged the cutlet in flour before the egg wash then finished with panko.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I don't think I have to really tell you - the cutlets were not only beautiful, but that crispness - I can still hear it - ah, perfect.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">On a salad. Or next to pasta. Or with vegetables on the side. It doesn't matter. I am not too proud to tell you, he took a good thing and built on it by using the proper technique. THAT does matter.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">By the way, he will likely be the cooker of the cutlets from now on because he did such an amazing job. Just like in the workplace, when you show you are good at something, you get to do it more.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Looking forward to the next serving of perfect chicken cutlets and feeling Fed Well!</span></div><br /><p></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131351349237301046.post-15299267137845580822021-03-15T10:24:00.000-04:002021-03-15T10:24:02.588-04:00Sunday Dinner - Burgers and Babies (and a recipe for potato salad)<p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixLIlQMEwRoeHSCXCVTBFCUQFd3zwoK-tBsSI2WviAjb3E2IoN-7Cz6u3JlNMrRuhigB0HXA5z_SqWQBreFf0WT2meq8Pc1ITeGtvGDfPGkx7IPquBNC9Wo1TWh8P0XdS2vhIkZoyvFxmM/s1365/Better+Burgers_2019-04-10_9244_TSUCALAS.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="1365" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixLIlQMEwRoeHSCXCVTBFCUQFd3zwoK-tBsSI2WviAjb3E2IoN-7Cz6u3JlNMrRuhigB0HXA5z_SqWQBreFf0WT2meq8Pc1ITeGtvGDfPGkx7IPquBNC9Wo1TWh8P0XdS2vhIkZoyvFxmM/w640-h640/Better+Burgers_2019-04-10_9244_TSUCALAS.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Sunday Dinner.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Does it make you imagine something like this:</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXwfBG3r6e7MRX6Jpqp4-iy-Ld0Y-YMTRmRdEHNPmxT_Uv9SWXfcbI9ZtHr-urtmdiMaFSRJs_8-0GmDYEGQwSnT0u1K-5CWneMfeu5vX9r8SRFvUcC3bGwHLAtOj5D47MDw1MXdMJ1tPJ/s960/Sanzone+MacGregor+Christmas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="604" data-original-width="960" height="402" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXwfBG3r6e7MRX6Jpqp4-iy-Ld0Y-YMTRmRdEHNPmxT_Uv9SWXfcbI9ZtHr-urtmdiMaFSRJs_8-0GmDYEGQwSnT0u1K-5CWneMfeu5vX9r8SRFvUcC3bGwHLAtOj5D47MDw1MXdMJ1tPJ/w640-h402/Sanzone+MacGregor+Christmas.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p><span style="font-size: large;">I came across this family photo from my husband's family recently and just love it. Three generations. Dressed up for the occasion and knowing it is special enough to have a group photo. I'm assuming Christmas or Christmas Eve based on the tree in the left-hand corner, but just look at them. Joy. Celebration. Family. Together.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">I've been missing gathering. And while the current pandemic climate can make gathering tricky, I can feel the change coming and soon I will make it a point to make sure we can all safely enjoy each other's company as well as a wonderful meal in my home again.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">A section of my family was able to enjoy Sunday dinner this past week. Burgers from the grill. Yes, on a cold blustery Northeastern March evening, we enjoyed grilled goodness with potato salad, tossed salad, and a selection of simple frozen vegetables. Know what? It was delicious - the Mr. grilled, and I assembled the rest with help from everyone. I was able to hold my new granddaughter and give her a bottle.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">AND, she met her great grandmother (my Mommy) for the first time.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu5DppKWQFVi3Ub7kjsxO_5muwt6OcBqcLZPx8u_asxR5tTEXQNRT4-nDeSowQrJnxlhvcJesiU82YNB0-UHQwDnttlqlec5ImX3zXG95hNtQpulBVgDrbDLfrZLc_5JaGZrSjvwVvB8ZS/s2048/Mommy+and+Norah.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1605" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu5DppKWQFVi3Ub7kjsxO_5muwt6OcBqcLZPx8u_asxR5tTEXQNRT4-nDeSowQrJnxlhvcJesiU82YNB0-UHQwDnttlqlec5ImX3zXG95hNtQpulBVgDrbDLfrZLc_5JaGZrSjvwVvB8ZS/s320/Mommy+and+Norah.jpg" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Three generations became four just about 18 months ago, but as the family grows, we welcome each new member with celebration. How lucky we are...</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Want to know about the potato salad?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="color: #444444; font-size: large;">I boiled one pound of small red potatoes with the skins on, cut into chunks, in salted water.</span></li><li><span style="color: #444444; font-size: large;">In a large mixing bowl, I combined some diced onion, two minced stalks of celery, a bit of salt and pepper with a splash of mustard and some mayonnaise. (Sorry, I don't really measure).</span></li><li><span style="color: #444444; font-size: large;">Then, I drained the potatoes really well. Stirred them into the mixing bowl and made sure everything was well coated before sprinkling some paprika on top. Transferred the potato salad to a serving bowl, covered, and chilled in the refrigerator for a few hours.</span></li></ul></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">It was a hit!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">So were the burgers.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">And the baby.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">We are planning a larger gathering for Easter. Nothing too grand. But, I can tell you I am excited and looking forward to sharing food, stories, and create wonderful memories along with feeling Fed Well. </span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p><br /></p>Sharon MacGregorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16808649140272497808noreply@blogger.com0