A person doesn’t have to be Irish to love Irish coffee. And it doesn’t have to be St. Patrick’s Day to drink Irish coffee. In fact, one of the best cups of Irish coffee I’ve ever had was in Scotland. Another in Park City, Utah. And the other in my small-town Minnesota living room.
Rotmos – Swedish Mashed Root Vegetables
One thing Swedes have really mastered is the art of eating fresh produce at every meal – breakfast, lunch, supper. Cucumbers, tomatoes, salad, fresh fruit. It’s all raw. And then there’s rotmos! Move over mashed potatoes! It’s time for something better.
Creamy Smoked Gouda Chicken and Mushrooms
Inspiration can come from the most unusual places. While on the phone with a fantastic customer service representative, conversation gravitated towards food – no surprise, as it was supper-time. If you’re reading this, Anthony, your suggestion of modified chicken alfredo prompted this amazing dish. Two batches later, I’m still hoping for leftovers!
Pastel Mint Dessert
Every family has its black sheep — the person that didn’t really follow the norm but went their own way. Not that there’s anything wrong with being different and not conforming, but sometimes the contrast is so drastic it’s comical. That’s Grandpa’s younger sister, “Margit”.
Golden Vegetables Immune-Boosting Soup
Liquid sunshine. That’s what this is! When you’re feeling worn out, exhausted, vulnerable to every virus, this is even more therapeutic than a catnap in the sun. And the taste is so amazing that you will make it over and over again – even when it’s not soup season.
Big Batch of Bourbon Baked Beans
I never have to look far to find a reason (excuse???) to invite people over for a party. Someone’s birthday? Let’s party! The house is clean? Let’s party! It’s above zero degrees? Let’s party! Taxes are done? LET’S PARTY!
Andouille Macaroni and Cheese
Quick! What’s for supper? I’ve been working all day, the guys are hungry, and I’m tired and somewhat cranky because I haven’t had enough food. (Yes, I’m one of those who, on crazy days, sometimes forgets to eat – even though I know the consequences.)
Parsnip and Ginger Soup
I got myself into a situation last week — too much sugar, and not enough food. I’m old enough to know better (!) but when I’m on vacation and enjoying special treats with special people, such things happen.
Lax med Potatis Gratäng – Salmon and Potatoes au Gratin
“Kristina i Köket” is still waiting to be picked up by Swedish television 😄, but I have certainly enjoyed days of shopping, visiting friends, and sharing delicious meals with my daughter in Sweden.
Read moreLax med Potatis Gratäng – Salmon and Potatoes au Gratin
Baba Ghanoush (Eggplant Dip)
“Kristina i Köket” (Kristina in the Kitchen) would be a great title for a television show! At least for the next week or so, as I visit my daughter who lives and works in the Stockholm Archipelago. She is an amazing, creative, instinctive, adventurous cook!