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Simple Beef and Vegetable Soup for a Crowd

March 29, 2024April 22, 2022 by Carlotta

Easy to shop for, easy to make, reliably delicious, and feeds a small army.

Minnesota-style Manhattan Clam Chowder

March 23, 2022March 22, 2022 by Carlotta

I can’t help it. Even though I have flown through JFK many times, I have never been to Manhattan. Any time spent on the East Coast was when I was very young. BUT I have wonderful memories of making friends in Maine, eating fresh seafood every day, and Dad coming back with huge stories after spending a day on a lobster boat. My take-away from that trip? CLAMS. Steamed, stewed, or chowdered. Clams are the best.

Caramelized Salmon

February 23, 2022February 18, 2022 by Carlotta

Salmon is one of the quickest, simplest, healthiest foods to prepare. And I prepare it often! Obviously! There are so many salmon recipes on my blog that I’ve considered renaming it “The Salmon Concerto”.

Bourbon Chicken & Vegetable Stir-fry

January 31, 2022January 31, 2022 by Carlotta

This recipe combines some of my favorite ingredients: chicken (my all-time favorite food is chicken caesar salad), vegetables (hello, baby corn!), and bourbon. Yes, bourbon. If you doubt my affinity for this Kentucky-made, corn-based, charred-oak-barrel-aged beverage, just search my blog. At least one dozen recipes using bourbon pop up. I love that stuff! The secret … Read more Bourbon Chicken & Vegetable Stir-fry

Maple & Cider Glazed Pork Chops

January 15, 2022January 14, 2022 by Carlotta

One of the trips we took as kids encompassed several of the New England states. Two places made an impact on me: Maine with the fresh lobster and steamed clams, and Vermont with all that maple syrup.

Smoky Dry-Rubbed Pork Shoulder

January 6, 2022January 6, 2022 by Carlotta

There are days that I wish grilling season lasted longer, but Minnesota is home to too many frigid days with brutal wind chills. Perfectly smoky pork shoulder doesn’t have to be relegated strictly to summertime menus! This dry rub can be patted on, the crockpot employed, and results will still be worthy of a party. … Read more Smoky Dry-Rubbed Pork Shoulder

Lobster Bisque

December 18, 2021December 17, 2021 by Carlotta

I’m so thankful some people are picky eaters! A few years ago we attended a wedding reception, and sat at table with several people we didn’t know. The first course of the dinner was a tiny bowl of lobster bisque. Some people don’t like seafood! Hooray! I got to eat their soup course, which totally made my evening.

Bacon, Butternut & Bellas Risotto

December 15, 2021December 14, 2021 by Carlotta

We love Veggie Tales. I mean, how much fun is a bunch of gourds making up the wildly popular “Boyz in the Sink” band? Or silly songs about “crusin’ to Dunkin’ Donuts for a cup of steaming Joe in our sport utility vehicles…”?

Comforting Turkey Noodle Soup – gluten free

December 15, 2021December 6, 2021 by Carlotta

The best phrase to describe this soup is “comfort in a bowl”. Even though “comfort in a cup” sounds better, turkey noodle soup is so amazing, you are definitely going to want more than a cup worth! Bring on the biggest bowl in the house!

Creamy Chicken Alfredo for Two

December 5, 2021December 4, 2021 by Carlotta

Friday night. Date night at home. Candlelit dinner near the crackling fire, cloth napkins, flowers in a glass vase, pretty dishes, something special for dessert, and no calorie counting – just food so delicious you can’t hold in that big sigh.

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