Archive for Fall Recipes

Quinoa-roni with brussel sprout slivers

Quinoa-roni with Brussel Sprouts Recipe


 December 28, 2009  2 Comments

This is a healthier spin-off of the traditional Rice-a-Roni. I used orzo for the pasta, quinoa instead of rice, and you’ll be surprised how good it really is, and good for you!

Chicken noodle soup with kale

Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe


 December 2, 2009  1 Comment

I made this chicken noodle soup to help mend and soothe my sore throat and runny nose. It’s full of chunks of chicken, noodles, and kale. Just put your nose over the hot bowl and breathe in.

Pumpkin bread

Toasted Pecan Pumpkin Bread Recipe


 November 25, 2009  2 Comments

This bread will knock your socks off. A combination of fresh pumpkin, applesauce, toasted pecans and plump raisins makes way for the best tasting pumpkin bread you will ever sink your teeth into.

Sweet Potato and Leek Recipe

Sweet Potato and Leek Recipe


 November 24, 2009  2 Comments

Mini sweet potatoes and yams side dish for Thanksgiving. Add fresh sage and leeks to make this dish a fitting addition for any holiday meal.

White pumpkin shortbread tartlets

White Pumpkin Pie Tartlet Recipe


 November 16, 2009  2 Comments

White pumpkin pie tartlets recipe. I experimented with a white pumpkin instead of the traditional sugar pumpkin to make this holiday dessert. Using whole wheat pastry flour to line the tartlet pans, these pumpkin pie tartlets are divine.

Roasted green chili corn chowder in a bread bowl

Roasted Green Chile Corn Chowder Recipe


 November 13, 2009  

Recipe for a hearty, spicy chowder. The inspiration for using green chiles came from my local farmer’s market where each week they roast fresh green chiles over a fire pit. Serve this green chile corn chowder in a sourdough bread bowl.

Homemade pumpkin spice ice cream

Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Recipe


 November 9, 2009  1 Comment

I’ve never run into an ice cream I didn’t like. This custard-based pumpkin ice cream is spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Optionally you can add a pinch of instant coffee to make it pumpkin spice latte ice cream.

Caramel apples dipped into pecans and almonds.

Caramel Apple Recipe


 November 5, 2009  

Caramel apples dipped in pecans and slivered almonds. I bought a bag of caramels, melted them down and played around a bit with different toppings.

Spiced cider

Spiced Cider Recipe


 November 1, 2009  

Spiced cider is similar to mulled wine, or at least the spices are. It adds an aromatic fragrance that seeps into every room and smells delightful. Perfect cold weather drink.

Mini Ghost Pumpkin Cupcakes Recipe


 October 31, 2009  3 Comments

Bite-size pumpkin cupcakes with cream cheese frosting. These ghost-looking cupcakes are just so adorable, and equally delicious!