Risotto is one of those simple, hearty, low fat glorious dishes. It is essentially arborio rice, stock, parmesan and whatever ingredients you wish to include. For Halloween or any harvest meal, try squash which is in season and have that lovely orange color. Roasting the … [Read more...] about Colorful Squash Risotto
Fall
Fall’s Pumpkin Spice Scones
There is something about the smell and taste of pumpkin spices that fit so well with the change of seasons. You almost look forward to Fall. You can easily add these pumpkin spiced scones o your tea tray to create a Fall themed tea. Fall's Pumpkin Spice Scones There … [Read more...] about Fall’s Pumpkin Spice Scones
Remains of the Day Turkey Soup
This is a great hearty soup that uses up ingredients from your holiday dinner to enjoy the next day, "made over" in a new way. Add as many or as few of the suggested ingredients as you please. There will be plenty for a full meal for the family with extras to freeze, to share … [Read more...] about Remains of the Day Turkey Soup
All the Taste, Half the Guilt Pumpkin Pie
While we associate pumpkin pie with American cuisine, recipes for pumpkin pie appeared as early as the 17th century. Originally they were called “pompion”, the French word for “pumpkin”, which suggests that the French created the first pumpkin pie recipes. Non fat evaporated … [Read more...] about All the Taste, Half the Guilt Pumpkin Pie
Make your Own Pumpkin Purée
A pumpkin yields a lot of flesh, and while canned pumpkin is convenient, you can easily make your own pumpkin purée. Use some now, and freeze the rest. Make Your Own Pumpkin Purée A pumpkin yields a lot of flesh, and while canned pumpkin is convenient, you can easily … [Read more...] about Make your Own Pumpkin Purée
