C – It’s that time again … time to make pies. Even better. I wanted to make small pies. I am small, so anything small I like. I wanted to make mini pumpkin pies, but Jim had a different idea. He wanted them a little bit bigger. He liked the … Continue reading
Category Archives: Seasonal
Thanksgiving Week: Ranch-Style Smashed Red New Potatoes
C – I think Luke and Chris are always in fear of leftovers. They never seem to make much. I guess that’s why they are so good at their jobs. Nothing goes to waste this way. When I suggested we make a whole mess of these ranch-style smashed potatoes, Chris … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Week: Individual Savory Challah Bread Pudding with Shiitake Mushrooms and Butternut Squash
C – This is my new guilty pleasure. Well … for Thanksgiving anyway. Thanksgiving is usually tough for me, especially when I don’t make the food. I love food. I want to try everything. I overeat. If there is something new and interesting, I will probably be the first to … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Week #1: Turkey Leg Quarters Two Ways, Smoked and Roasted
C – I am so grateful Luke and Chris made this wonderful meal for us. I don’t think one person could take on all these things at once. I am always amazed at how well they work together. Calm, cool and collected. Of course, keeping a good stock of beer … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Week #1: Roasted Boneless Turkey Breasts, Herb-Stuffed and Double-Rolled with a Shiitake Mushroom Veloute
J – This year we went non-traditional! Whole roasted turkeys are way overrated. They take much too long to roast. And, no matter what most people do, the breast meat is usually overcooked. So, we broke down the bird and got three great turkey dishes for dinner, an amazing stock … Continue reading
Red Velvet Mini Cakes
C – It’s Valentine’s Week. Since we have Luke cooking a few recipes in preparation for Valentine’s Day, I thought I would wish a happy Valentine’s Day to everyone today. I was out shopping the other day and started to really miss being back in elementary school. I hated school, … Continue reading
A New Year’s Letter To Our Friends
J – Be Mindful. Be Human. was born in 2012. Yay! My First Day Christina’s first day on the job as a blogger was making tarts. She was nervous. Big first step. Very tasty. Kale Salad and the Steak King Then, I became Steak King and met Christina’s friend Kale. … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Leftovers: Turkey Sweet Potato Hash with Stuffing Leftovers
C — It’s Friday, the day after Thanksgiving. We have lots of leftovers. I have to be creative. Jim doesn’t like turkey very much and the Be Mindful. Be Human. Thanksgiving event didn’t have many takers for leftovers. My usual Thanksgiving with my family leaves no leftovers. So, it’s actually a real … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Gratitude
C – Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. It’s a day when you get off work, cook lots of food, eat too much and are together with the ones you love. The part of this holiday I love the most is being grateful for what you have. At Be Mindful. Be … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Side Dishes — Pureed Potatoes with Truffle Oil and Gravy
J — Truffle oil on potatoes. Wow! Thanksgiving dinner just stepped up a notch or two. When I was growing up, Thanksgiving mashed potatoes consisted of instant potatoes served with butter. I never really liked potatoes. And, I had no idea potatoes could be anything different. I believe I am … Continue reading