by Anne Papina on June 9, 2013
You’re probably wondering what’s up with all the vegan and gluten-free recipes lately. Well, we’re trying to eat a little healthier around here. Sure, we love a fat, juicy burger just as much as the next person, but the fact is as we get older we need to be a little more mindful about what we put in our bodies. So, when Bea over at The Not So Cheesy Kitchen decided to host a “free for all” theme for #SundaySupper (that is, fat-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, whatever free), I was all over it! And I’m bringing this yummy vegan mac and “cheese” bake. By the way, this dish is dairy free, egg free, and gluten-free.
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by Anne Papina on June 2, 2013
Berries and summer seem to go hand in hand. And now that summer has arrived (hey, it was nearly 80 today in San Francisco!), the markets are brimming with nature’s candy. Berries are everywhere. So, it’s fitting that this week’s #SundaySupper salutes this seasonal favorite. Nicole over at Daily Dish Recipes is hosting this week’s event, and I’m bringing a warm blackberry pie, topped with brandy-spiked whipped cream.
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by Anne Papina on May 26, 2013
I had intended my Memorial Day post to be about barbecue. Serious barbecue. We’re talking a whole hog. I had all the pictures lined up, but the instructions, which are admittedly a bit involved, didn’t quite come together before I took off for Camp Blogaway. So, here I am, on the eve before my road trip, writing about this easy cheezy vegan chorizo pasta bake instead. It’s all good, as you’re gonna love this recipe. I’ve learned you can never go wrong with creamy cheesy pasta dishes!
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by Anne Papina on May 19, 2013
Slow cookers are an amazing kitchen gadget. Simply add a handful of ingredients to the pot, cover, set on low, and when you come home from work, dinner is ready for you. Seriously magic. This week the #SundaySupper crew is taking it low and slow with dozens of recipes for your crock pot. Susan over at the Girl in the Little Red Kitchen is our host, and I’m bringing a Milanese classic–Osso Buco.
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by Anne Papina on May 15, 2013
There’s something magical about the way a clay cooker effortlessly transforms a few simple ingredients into a guest-worthy meal. Take this chicken, for example–it’s irresistibly moist, and the meat is infused with the flavors of garlic, lemon, and thyme. Despite what seems to be an excessive amount of garlic, it never overpowers the dish. The garlic simply mellows out becoming buttery and begging to be spread on a slice of french bread.
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by Anne Papina on May 4, 2013
Cinco de Mayo is a holiday marking the Mexican army’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. While it’s a relatively minor holiday in Mexico, in the United States it has grown to be a major celebration of Mexican heritage and culture. This week for #SundaySupper we’re observing Cinco de Mayo, and my friend Jen over at Juanita’s Cocina is hosting. I’m bringing a big pitcher filled with a fresh and fruity wine punch–sangria.
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by Anne Papina on April 27, 2013
Cooking is an adventure. For me, some of my best recipes had experimental beginnings. Of course, trying something new is always part of the fun. This week, #SundaySupper is tackling new cooking adventures, and Conni over at The Foodie Army Wife is hosting. What should I make? My head was spinning with ideas when suddenly Anne Burrell was on my TV whipping up a batch of homemade ricotta. She has a way of gliding through the kitchen, making everything seem so effortless. I literally went out that day just to get the cheesecloth. I was on a mission.
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by Anne Papina on April 21, 2013
This week I’m keeping things short and sweet, as I’m writing this on the heels of my mom’s 89th birthday party. My sisters and I were cranking out appetizers all afternoon–what can I say? We love a good party! It’s so fitting that this week’s #SundaySupper is all about parties–bridal and baby showers in particular hosted by Home Cooking Memories. I’ve been on a baking kick, so I’m bringing this French Country Flat Pie, loaded with onions, potatoes, and Gruyère cheese, all nestled in a biscuit crust. Plus we have a great line up of noshes, main dishes, and desserts listed for you below.
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by Anne Papina on April 14, 2013
by Anne Papina on April 8, 2013
Good food doesn’t need to be fancy or expensive–in fact, over the years I’ve learned that sometimes the simplest meals are the best. Take, for instance, this Spinach Chicken Parmesan Pasta. Literally just a handful of ingredients come together in a superbly flavored dish. Plus, you’ve got at least three food groups going on here–there’s whole grain pasta, chicken for protein, spinach for your veggie… add a glass of milk, and you’ve got just about everything a body needs. Best of all, you probably have most, if not all, of the ingredients on hand. All together, the ingredients cost less than $10, and this will easily feed four, with a little leftover for your lunch the next day.
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