Hard Sauce

Hard Sauce At every Thanksgiving dinner I remember, a big bowl of Hard Sauce (sprinkled with nutmeg) has been the inseparable companion for Mince Pie. As kids we silently measured the amount each person before us scooped onto the dessert … Continue reading →

Homemade Mincemeat

Homemade Mincemeat Makes enough for 1 pie and 6 mini tarts Served with Hard Sauce on the side, Mince Pie in various forms has been the Thanksgiving dessert favorite in my family forever. Mincemeat is a classic sweet and savory … Continue reading →

Fresh Fennel, Apple, Red Onion Salad with Roasted Chestnuts

Fresh Fennel, Apple, Red Onion Salad with Roasted Chestnuts Serves 6-8 This salad can be served tossed or arranged and plated. Either way it is delicious and provides a great medium for roasted chestnuts (or pumpkin seeds). Roasted chestnuts are … Continue reading →

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds and Pepitas

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds and Pepitas (Mexican Pumpkin Seeds) Inspiration Pre-dinner snack designed to keep impatient fingers out of the mashed potatoes. Ingredients 2 cups raw pumpkin seeds 2 cups raw Pepitas 3 tbs. extra virgin olive oil ΒΌ tsp. Chinese … Continue reading →