Although root vegetables are generally higher in carbohydrates than other vegetable choices, if you choose the right ones, and roast them or sauté them without adding sugar or sauces, you can still get high-flavor (and healthy) comfort food without going over your daily carb count. What are Root Vegetables Anyway? Well, to put it simply …
One of my resolutions this year is to include more vegetables in my recipes, but always with the criteria that they must be full of flavor and simple to cook. No bland vegetables allowed! This Tuscan stew makes use of Winter cabbage as the vegetable and adds heartiness and protein by cooking it with cannellini …
Sweet potato casseroles are often way too sweet for many palates, especially when they are served around the holidays with an abundance of other rich dishes. This casserole, or side dish, gets all of it’s sweetness from the sweet potato itself and enhances the flavor by roasting it with ginger and fresh lime juice. It …
Friends and family absolutely love to get surprise packages in the mail, and it’s even more special when you add a personal touch of a home-made treat. The problem with many baked goods is that they don’t ship well if they are crumbly or gooey. This chocolate bark is packed with holiday flavors, is easy …
Osso buco is a robust Northern Italian comfort food, traditionally made with veal shanks, but easily modified with other meats such as beef, lamb, veal and even pork. Although it sits in the oven braising for three hours, the hands-on part of cooking is easy and minimal. Great for cold weather cooking, entertaining guests or …
A sauce using a sweet tart jelly works wonderfully with pork chops, lamb, venison or wild game. A traditional fruity piquant sauce made with current jelly (called Cumberland sauce) is a classic. The recipe below is an easy version with no alcohol and is served up with some coriander-crusted seared pork chops. What is Cumberland …
Oyster stew is a classic dish for Christmas Eve, but it is also a great comfort food dish that will get you through any cold evening. Fresh oysters are ideal for this creamy soup, but canned oysters can work almost as well. Keys to Perfect Oyster Stew from Scratch You can purchase oyster stew in …
Spiced Mexican coffee uses hot and smoky chile peppers along with cocoa and whipped cream and coffee to make a great drink for winter.
This recipe for an out-of-season BLT using tomato jam is an easy, refreshing way to enjoy BLTs all year round.
This sweet and savory Moroccan Beef and Sweet Potato Stew is made in a large pot rather than the classic North African tagine
Chutneys are the perfect mix of a sweet and savory preserve, with the sweetness coming from the fruit and the savory typically coming from onions, mustards or vinegars. The problem with chutneys is that they are not as familiar to the home kitchen as jams or jellies, and it can be a little confusing as …