Less sugar allows the fresh flavor of the carrots and the earthy complexity of the walnuts to engage deliciously in this favorite Carrot Spice Cake. Topped with tangy Cream Cheese Frosting it makes a deliciously flavorful layer cake that is well worth repeating.
Try this colorful coleslaw and enjoy a lighter side at your next barbecue. Slimmer Slaw includes craisins, apples and cider vinegar for a tart sweet tang that is as perfect for fall gatherings as it is for summer picnics.
Carrot Cake Bread, spiced with cinnamon and ginger, is a delicious quick bread for a snack time treat or a casual dessert. Brush the tops of the loaves with egg white and sprinkle with sugar for a crispy crust. Scatter a few chocolate chips on top for added interest or garnish each loaf with a few walnut halves before baking. No matter the finishing details Carrot Cake Bread is an easy way to create Carrot Cake deliciousness with a minimum of fuss.
Lentil Soup requires little in the way of advanced planning since the lentils are small and cook quickly. As is, this humble soup tastes warm and healing. The addition of a roasted spice blend, including panch phoron, coriander seeds and Chile pepper, adds a more exotic flavor and visual interest.
What secret ingredient do you use in the kitchen to share your best intentions? When added, does it make your go-to dishes taste even better? After eating a wonderful meal of Hearty Chicken Stew, prepared for us by a thoughtful neighbor, we thanked her for the meal. She responded with enthusiasm and then shared the recipe, including her secret ingredient.
Tucked in the oven, Homemade Chicken Pot Pies are fragrant and inviting. They promise a hot and nourishing meal that is easy to eat and easy to enjoy. Topped with golden pastry cutouts these individual entrees are an elegant version of comfort food.
Lamb shanks, browned then braised in wine, make a lusciously hearty meal served with white beans and roasted squash. This is comfort food worth lingering over!
As a Pot Roast cooks in a warm oven, the delicious aroma of meat and herbs fills the kitchen. When the meat begins to flake apart easily it is time for the family to gather around the table to enjoy the hearty comfort of a deliciously satisfying meal.
Roasted Carrots with Feta Cheese makes a delicious and attractive side for your Thanksgiving Feast or anytime.
This vintage Cole Slaw recipe relies on a mayo-free oil and vinegar dressing flavored with dry mustard and celery seed. Straight from my Mother-in-Law’s recipe box, it is the perfect side for barbecues and picnic dinners.
I like the simplicity of this Carrot Cake. It relies on carrots, walnuts and spices for flavor, leaving out the sticky sweetness of pineapple and raisins that many recipes include. What’s more, this cake is moist and delicious and with four cups of carrots it might even be considered a vegetable dish. In any case, topped with Maple Frosting or Cream Cheese Frosting it makes a fantastic dessert.
Here is a great meat and potatoes dinner featuring Pork Tenderloin. Maple Glazed Tenderloin with Carrots and Rosemary Potatoes is a one-pan meal that is easy to shop for, quick to prep and a cinch to clean up. It is perfect for a family dinner or even entertaining guests.