Hey Guys! This year I’ve had a lot of book promos but that’s not going to be the norm. I won’t be having three book releases next year (just one!) so I thought I’d fill this space in the interim between new books with posts I/we enjoyed when it was the old Wishing for Horses …
I often call this Cheaters Bolognese, because of it’s shameless use of jared marinara. No apologies! The short-cut from the grocery makes this a speedy weekday favorite that tastes like it was simmered for hours. Sausage Bolognese 1 lb. (500g) Sweet Italian Sausage 1 lb. (500g) Ground Beef 2 tablespoons Olive Oil 1 cup (200g) …
It’s a seriously easy, but flavorful, side dish! Lemon Orzo Salad 1 lb. box Orzo Pasta 1/2 cup (20g) Fresh Parsley (finely chopped) 1/3 cup (13g) Fresh Dill (finely chopped) 10 oz. crumbled Feta Cheese (optional) Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 10-12 minutes or until tender. Drain and set …
Classic side for a week night meal or a holiday gathering. Easy and make ahead too! Rice Pilaf 1 cup Royal Blend or Wild + Basmati Rice Mixed 1 1/2 cups Veggie or Beef Stock Salt & Pepper 1/4 cup Angel Hair Pasta (broken into 1 inch pieces) 1 teaspoon Olive Oil 1 teaspoon Dried …
I’ll be willing to bet Mac & Cheese is near the top of the list when it comes to comfort food favorites! You can make it with gourmet cheeses and luxe add-in’s like truffle, or keep it simple and familiar with an “all cheddar” approach. My offering is a midway point between fancy-pants and kid …
It’s still too warm to crank on the oven. Oh how i’m craving a hot cheesy gratin and roast chicken! I suppose it’ll have to wait a few weeks yet. This cheesy, creamy dish is helping me get over it. No oven required. Herb and Pea Alfredo 1 lb. Penne Pasta 2 Eggs 2 Egg …
You want a big bowl of something comforting, but it’s too much to handle on a Tuesday with homework waiting and the kids howling for their dinner. Definitely time to whip out your lazy day repertoire. 2 tablespoons Olive Oil 1 package Sweet Italian Sausage (I like Johnsonville) 1 32 oz. can of Crushed Tomatoes …
Toss with pasta or over steaks or chicken. There are so many applications for this dish. 1 tablespoon Butter 1 tablespoon Olive Oil 8 oz. Brown Button or mixed Mushrooms (sliced) Salt & Pepper 1 tablespoon finely chopped Rosemary 1/4 cup Cream Sherry or White Wine 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar …
Have you ever thought, “I could make this from scratch and it would be much better.” It occurred to me, while having a bowl of something similar out of a can, that I could do just that. Lemon Chicken and Orzo Soup 3 tablespoons Olive Oil 3 Carrots (diced) 2 ribs of Celery (diced) 1 …
Here’s a recipe to warm you up in the chilly weather. Minestrone Soup 1 cup Pasta Shells (Cooked) 2 tablespoons Olive Oil 1 cup diced Onion 3 cloves Garlic (sliced) 1/2 cup diced Carrot 1/4 cup diced Celery 1 teaspoon pepper 1 small Zucchini (large dice) 1/2 cup White Wine 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable …
Kathleen Rear 