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.
Seasonal Humility Life has its ways of keeping us humble. Just as the sun begins to shine and the horizon looks level, just when we begin to think we’ve got it made, the road takes an unexpected turn and: That groundhog sees his shadow. Hopes of an early spring in […]
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! Discovering Lamb Shanks In the realm of comfort food I have found a new love! Though late in coming, I am delighted by the […]
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.
With the holiday season behind me, and January flying by, I feel a little out of step. All those lists and plans from December, many of which were abandoned while Portland rested under a blanket of snow, were gladly set aside in favor of a more organic holiday schedule inspired […]