Category Archives: Veggies & Grains

Marilee’s Famous Cheese-Carrot Casserole

My first tasting of this delicious casserole was nearly a decade ago when I was the lucky recipient of a specially prepared lunch by my “Secret Santa” Marilee.  I still remember the note I received, informing me not to bring … Continue reading

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It’s Fiddlehead Time!

My uncle makes the best pickled fiddleheads.  This time, however, he surprised me with a large bag of fresh fiddleheads!

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Turbo Veggie Soup

This is another recipe that was submitted by a student for the healthy recipe contest and cooking demonstration held on February 17th.  While the recipe calls for chicken broth, vegetable broth could be substituted to make it a true vegetarian … Continue reading

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A Recipe Contest and a Guest Chef!

Before February vacation the students at Jordan-Small Middle School in Raymond, Maine participated in a healthy recipe contest which was organized by school health coordinator Stephanie Joyce with assistance from JSMS health teacher, Mrs. Pock.  Students submitted recipes, and three … Continue reading

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Squash & Apple Risotto

After reading a blog post written by my friend at Blame it on the Food, I was inspired to try her recipe for squash risotto.  This batch of risotto definitely had a unique combination of flavors: sweet, savory, spicy and … Continue reading

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Three Bean Salad

This three bean salad recipe is a family favorite.  We often make it for barbecues, as an easy summer side dish, or any time of year to have as an easy-to-pack vegetable and protein lunch component.  It’s quick and easy … Continue reading

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Vegetable Cheddar Chowder

My grandmother gave me this recipe, which she found in a packet of soup and stew recipes assembled by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension.  It was a very simple recipe to prepare, and one that I plan to make … Continue reading

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Braised Red Cabbage

Inspired by the braised red cabbage I enjoyed at Loon Mountain’s Oktoberfest over Columbus Day Weekend, I decided to make a batch of this sweet and savory comfort food at home.  Last Fall I made a batch of braised red … Continue reading

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Broccoli Mac & Cheese

This isn’t super creative, and doesn’t make for pretty pictures, but it is a very quick and easy way to use up cheese and have an easy dinner and easy lunch leftovers.  Basically make mac and cheese as you normally … Continue reading

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Eggplant Nuggets

These crispy eggplant nuggets are very easy to make.  Just slice a small eggplant in 1/2 inch thick slices, dip slices in scrambled egg, then in panko bread crumbs (I used Italian seasoned panko crumbs).  Bake at 400 about 20 … Continue reading

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