The late months of summer usher in one of America’s most beloved treats and there are so many wonderful ways to enjoy this beloved classic. The apple is crisp, sometimes tart, and finds it’s way onto dessert menus everywhere. Whether baked, simmered, or wrapped in a pastry you just can’t really go wrong. Apple dumplings…Continue Reading “Apple Dumplings”
My garden is always brimming with an abundance of broccoli. And this year is no exception. Typically a cool weather crop ideal for spring or fall, Broccoli can be harvested on into the summer with adequate watering and attention. From frittatas to stir fry, there are so many great ways to utilize all of that…Continue Reading “Parmesan Roasted Broccoli”
Let’s be honest. Everything is just way damn cuter when it’s mini. Well, at least most things. So a little minute version of a Shepherd’s pie is just irresistible. Perfectly portioned sizes are ideal for parties or weeknight dinners alike. The addition of a golden crust is just ideal for adding that bit of crisp…Continue Reading “Mini Shepherd’s Pie”
Ah meatloaf, just the mention suddenly transports me to an amazing, retro kitchen outfitted with muted, pastel appliances and a Leave it to Beaver wholesomeness. This comfort dish is without question the go-to of our grandmothers for a weeknight family meal. Update this classic dish with fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, and oregano for a…Continue Reading “Meatloaf”
Fall, to me, signals the time for all things roasted and comforting. I am not discerning in roasting choices either, and, most often, use seasonal root vegetables. Luckily, carrots are absolutely amazing roasted and also one of the most affordable choices in the produce aisle. Roasted carrots compliment the hearty dishes of fall quite perfectly…Continue Reading “Roasted Carrots”
There are at least a million ways to incorporate pumpkin into your fall recipe index, and nothing quite beats roasting them. Roasted heirloom pumpkins make an excellent salsa when combined with savory spices, bold cilantro, and a hint of lime. RECIPE: 2 cups roasted pumpkin 1/2 cup tomatillo salsa 1 T Sriracha sauce 1/2 t…Continue Reading “Pumpkin Salsa”
Treat yourself this Halloween to a devilish apple that’s covered in rich chocolate decadence and all the fixins you desire. The best part, under that sweet, innocent shell is a schnapps infused apple bursting with cinnamon flavor. RECIPE: 6-8 Granny Smith Apples, medium size 1, 24oz package milk chocolate Almond Bark 1, 24oz package white…Continue Reading “Decadent Candy Apples”
Invite some feathered friends to roost at your door this Halloween with a festive wreath. Upgrade a plain grapevine wreath to the standards of a night watchman with nesting materials like mosses, lichens, dried foliage, and cotton netting. MATERIALS: Grapevine Wreath Artificial Crow Black Netting Moss Manzanita Branches Dried flowers or foliage Floral Wire Hot…Continue Reading “Crows Nest Wreath”
As the darkness falls and the wild wind blows; forests just seem a bit more desolate this time of year. Create your very own haunted forest from the comforts of home with mini trees made from branches and a little burlap. Display on tabletops, mantles, or counters for a haunting effect. MATERIALS: Branches Burlap Scissors…Continue Reading “Mini Haunted Forest”
Mums require a great deal of water especially in the warmer weeks leading up to Halloween. So, if you purchased your mums a bit too early and have a few crispy, crunchy specimens by your doorstep; by all means paint them. You heard me. Paint them in a spooky black and plant them in a…Continue Reading “Dead Mum Planter”