Thanksgiving Tips, Recipes and ChecklistThanksgiving on your mind? It’s been on my mind as I prepared for and then taught a cooking class this past Saturday. The class centered around ways to have more joy and less stress leading up to and during Thanksgiving Day. Today I share with you these same timesaving and stress-reducing tips along with Continue reading Thanksgiving – More Joy, Less Stress
Sweet Potato Leek Soup – Creamy & ChunkyThree gorgeous long, white leeks and a five-pound bag of organic yams gave me an idea. I’d make my favorite Country-Style Leek & Potato Soup with sweet potatoes and yams instead of russets and Yukon golds. Until I looked online, I was sure this was an original idea. Continue reading Sweet Potato Leek Soup with Fresh Spinach
Winter Squash Spread – What’s in a Name?Hummus means chickpeas
I didn’t realize what a stickler for “tradition” I’d become. The last straw, so to speak, came after making a recipe called “Squash Hummus.” It sounded interesting so I tried it. Only to be completely surprised. Hummus it was not. Continue reading Winter Squash Spread – Savory-Sweet & Tasty, Too
Roasted Delicata Squash & Friends—Made for Holiday MealsA family favorite for at least a month now. Ever since I saw it among the New York Times’ Thanksgiving recipes. It was love at first sight. The two beautiful delicata squash on my kitchen counter took to this new recipe famously with their tender skin and sweet flesh. Continue reading Roasted Delicata Squash, Purple Onions & Tahini Sauce
Give Thanks for Unknown Blessings Already on Their Way. Native American Prayer
We increase our joy, create loving relationships and improve our health through the simple act of expressing gratitude. The more we give thanks, the more we have to be thankful for. Continue reading Give Thanks
Guests with Allergies . . . Serve Gluten & Dairy-Free Maple Pumpkin Flan“What’s Thanksgiving without pumpkin pie?” So read the note I received last year from a friend in Florida asking for help. What dessert could she serve to her two gluten-sensitive nieces for Thanksgiving Dinner? I suggested she bake my Perfectly Delicious Maple Pumpkin Pie as a custard. Continue reading Maple Pumpkin Flan
Nine Thanksgiving Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday Such a great holiday celebrating family, friends and food. Lots of glorious food. Yet the anxiety and pressure to get that food on the table on time and beautifully presented often blurs the gratitude aspect of Thanksgiving. With a bit of planning, even the cook(s) will enjoy a relatively calm and relaxed Thanksgiving Day. Continue reading Thanksgiving Tips – Checklist – Recipes
