It has been cool and a bit blustery in New Mexico this week – and what better to warm up with than a big pot of soup. This soup has an Italian twist to it, so I wanted to add just a bit of pasta. Here’s my big confession (followed of course by my justification)… Continue reading Beef and Vegetable Soup
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Twice-Cooked Zucchini Boats
I confess – I’ve been a little crazed with the zucchini this year. Not because I actually grew any – – I am a horrible gardener! I planted several zucchini plants, and didn’t grow a single squash. When people talk of how productive their plants are, and they “just don’t know what to do with… Continue reading Twice-Cooked Zucchini Boats
Cauliflower Purée with Goat Cheese
We ran across some MONSTER grass-fed ribeye steaks on-the-bone, perfect for Sunday Steak Night™! It seemed like a good night for a simple, mashed vegetable side dish. We have posted another recipe for mashed cauliflower, which I love, but it is really hearty and filling on its own. We needed something a little less rich… Continue reading Cauliflower Purée with Goat Cheese
Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Kale
I promised to post a recipe for butternut squash and kale, but my friend Ed says he doesn’t care much for butternut squash. Hopefully he likes sweet potatoes! I don’t see how anyone could not like either one, since they both roast-up to be creamy inside with a sweet, caramelized crust on the outside. I… Continue reading Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Kale
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