Category Archives: Entrees

Good for the soul. Good for colds.

Good for the soul. Good for colds.

That “good for colds” thing may just be an old wives’ tale, but it seemed to work out for JR last night. I have only a minute, but wanted to share with you the recipe for the cold-slaying (well, we hope cold-slaying after today, anyway) chicken soup. Chicken Soup with pasta – made with homemadeContinue Reading

Why can’t it just stay warm?

Why can’t it just stay warm?

I am clearly not at all ready for “real” fall, as I sit here groaning about how darned cold I am – to no one in particular, I might add – until you read this, that is – and it’s still in the 40s. At least I have this soup to keep me warm. PrintHeartyContinue Reading

A sweet variation

A sweet variation

Ahhhh, what a difference a week makes. I returned to the farmers market today, and Marie from Oakdale Farms was working in a short-sleeved shirt. It’s sunny, almost seventy degrees, and even the fruits and vegetables looked plumper, shinier, and more appetizing than last week. But then, everything looks better on a sunny day, doesn’tContinue Reading

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Phase One of the focaccia dough for tonight’s dinner is complete, the dough is safely on the rise, so I have a few minutes to write. We’re having roasted butternut squash soup with creme fraiche, bacon, and balsamic caramelized onions with the focaccia. It’s nearly meat-free, but I have 4 pieces of bacon hanging around,Continue Reading