Monthly Archives: February 2010

Brewers’ Chili

Posted on February 28, 2010 by Kellie

This chili recipe is loosely based on a recipe that a friend shared with me from The Joy of Cooking cookbook.  Since trying the recipe (and losing the paper copy of it that I had) I have made several more … Continue reading →

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Potato Beer Cheese Soup

Posted on February 27, 2010 by Kellie

This soup was inspired by two things: 1) I had 8 potatoes that needed to be used, pronto! 2)  I have been craving the beer cheese soup served The Run of the Mill Public House. The beer cheese soup at … Continue reading →

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Roasted Asparagus and Spicy Mac & Cheese

Posted on February 21, 2010 by Kellie

Now that I’ve tried roasting asparagus, I don’t think I’ll ever steam it again.  It was easy to prepare, far more flavorful than the steamed version, and even a little crisp.  To prepare, trim the asparagus, and toss it with … Continue reading →

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Creamless Ice Cream…

Posted on February 20, 2010 by Kellie

As much as I love ice cream, I know that consuming heavy whipping cream in large quantities is not good for anyone.  This recipe was my attempt to create a lighter version. 1 banana 1  14oz can sweetened condensed milk … Continue reading →

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Root Vegetable Risotto

Posted on February 18, 2010 by Kellie

This root vegetable risotto was inspired by one that I tried at Bull Feeney’s restaurant.  Risotto is fairly easy to make, and it is wonderful winter comfort food. Root Vegetable Risotto 1/2 c. pearl barley 1/4 c. brown rice 1/4 … Continue reading →

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Cinnamon Pastry Pinwheels

Posted on February 17, 2010 by Kellie

I’m not really sure what people call these little bite-sized pastries, but I remember having them at a friend’s house several years ago.  She made a large batch of them for a party, and if I recall correctly, they hardly … Continue reading →

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Tarte au Sirop d’ Érable

Posted on February 16, 2010 by Kellie

Tarte au Sirop d’ Érable (English translation: Maple Syrup Pie) is by far one of the foods that must be had while visiting the province of Quebec.  Each time I have visited Quebec City, I have made it a point … Continue reading →

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Vegetarian Kale Soup

Posted on February 15, 2010 by Kellie

This Valentine’s Day, instead of fighting the crowds at the local restaurants, we opted for a stop at Whole Foods to pick up ingredients for dinner in.  We didn’t have a plan, or a list, but instead looked for ingredients … Continue reading →

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Bean Salad

Posted on February 11, 2010 by Kellie

Last week I stumbled upon this recipe for bean salad on a blog that seems to specialize in vegan foods and healthful eating.  I modified the recipe only by serving it on a bed of baby spinach, and garnishing with … Continue reading →

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Homemade Alfredo Sauce

Posted on February 10, 2010 by Kellie

Alfredo sauce is one thing that I don’t often make due to the amount of butter and heavy cream involved.  Having made homemade ice cream this past weekend, I had a small amount of heavy cream leftover, so I had … Continue reading →

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