The Jello Side Dish

The Jello Side Dish

Several years ago, I had the pleasure of trying a crazy-delicious, albeit not high on the nutritionally healthy level, jello-based dish that my at-the-time rector’s Mom brought to a church luncheon. If you are from the mid-west, you know the sort of dish I am 

Easy Roots and Greens Saute

Easy Roots and Greens Saute

Start with beets, carrots, baby turnips, and greens: Heat some olive oil in a pan, add root veggies, and saute: Turn heat to very low, cover, let cook until tender, then stir in greens, cover, and cook for a bit more. Season with ground coriander, 

No-Fuss Alfredo Sauce, Brussels Sprouts, and Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts – Who would have thought?

No-Fuss Alfredo Sauce, Brussels Sprouts, and Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts – Who would have thought?

First let me thank Fior D’Italia (The Pasta Man) for the most wonderful ravioli that inspired an amazing meal! For a change, I’ll start off with a picture of the plated meal, albeit taken after one ravioli had already been had eaten. And here is 

Rice Pilaf – Small Effort for Something Special

Rice Pilaf – Small Effort for Something Special

Rice is good.  You can dress it up as little or as much as you would like.  And, dressing it up is an excellent way to get more flavor and a few more veggies into your meal, or even create a one-pot meal, albeit the