We grow butternut squash every year, and the harvest is over. As usual, I look for new and interesting ways to cook it. If you’ve never tried butternut squash, this is the recipe to start with! Cheddar Ranch Squash Casserole is absolutely scrumptious, and perfect for special occasions. If you need some help picking out…
Tag: side dish
Sauerkraut Salad
Naturally fermented raw sauerkraut is really good for you. However, I’ve only appreciated it in a Reuben sandwich, until now. Sauerkraut salad is a superb side dish, much like slaw. And although I love slow cooked pork and sauerkraut, all the beneficial bacteria is killed by the heat. Sauerkraut Salad is excellent with fish, bbq,…
Garlic Chive Scapes With Celery
If you want an awesome combination of Asian flavors, Garlic Chive Scapes With Celery needs to be on your menu. Somehow, I overbought organic celery. Since it’s the time of year to harvest garlic chive scapes, I started concocting recipes! And yes there is a difference between organic and commercial celery. What most people notice…
White Bean and Tomato Salad
In the summer, I always look for flavorful no-cook options for meals or sides. Plus, we have veggies from the garden to use. So, I decided to combine our family recipe for Tomato Salad, with a couple of other favorite Italian ingredients. In addition to White Bean and Tomato Salad being amazingly delicious, it’s also easy…
Lentils and Brown Rice
We’re trying to up our energy levels, and decided on a simple dish of Lentils and Brown Rice. Lentils are quite high in iron, and we seem to feel more energetic after eating them!! With surprisingly few ingredients, you’ll have a delicious side or main dish. I used French lentils (Le Puy lentils) that are…