• Archive for October, 2009

    Fall Squash

    by emily • October 15, 2009 • Cheese, baking-savory, vegetarian • 0 Comments

    In the theme of seasonal posts, here is an interesting and delicious idea I came across the other day during my hunt for something tasty. I had some acorn squash, but no proteins to match them with. What is a girl to do? Normally I consider squash a nice side dish, but this night, I [...]

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    Helene’s Drunken Beef Stew

    by emily • October 13, 2009 • Meat/Poultry, soups • 1 Comment

    This here is a guest post from my friend Alanna. She loves to CAW, cook, eat, and talk about it. When my boyfriend asked me what I wanted him to bring home from his vacation in Barcelona, I told him that when he saw something that made him think of me then that was what [...]

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    Apple Crisp

    by Mo • October 12, 2009 • baking, dessert • 1 Comment

    Finally! Apple season is among us and now we can dive right in to those yummy baked apple foods. The first on my list? Apple crisp. My roommate  bought a ton of apples for general McBride consumption a few days ago. My excitement for fresh, fall baked goods could not be contained. A classic apple [...]

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    Savory Apple Salad

    by Holly • October 12, 2009 • grains/nuts/lentils, salad, vegetarian • 0 Comments

    I don’t have much of a sweet tooth, but I am a fan of adding fruit to savory dishes to give it that yummy balance between salty and sweet.  Since apple season has begun, what better fruit to use to make a savory salad. I saw this recipe on Real Simple a couple weeks ago [...]

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    Man Jelly!

    by emily • October 6, 2009 • Uncategorized • 3 Comments

    So my man-crow took some culinary initiative this weekend when our box arrived looking less-than wonderful. Wilty chard, almost rotten grapes, smashed tomatoes…oh my… But fear not! Man crow’s gross food ideas started spewing…grape-jalapenos jelly anyone? Eh?eh? I admit I had my doubts- but it turned out great. I am going to bake it with [...]

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    Burgers- Turkey vs Beef

    by Holly • October 6, 2009 • Meat/Poultry, vinaigrette/marinade • 2 Comments

    I use ground turkey alot in my cooking, mainly because I find it easier to digest than beef.  Don’t get me wrong, i thoroughly enjoy both but feel that each one has its time and place. Beef Burgers: I enjoy these on the grill, out at restaurants, and with minimal seasoning so I can taste [...]

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    Quick Tuna Tip

    by Holly • October 2, 2009 • seafood, vegetarian • 0 Comments

    Adding Fresh herbs to tuna is a great way to jazz up a week day sandwich.  My favorite combo is freshly chopped celery leaves and basil, and of course a generous squeeze of lemon juice.  I’m sure there’s a multitude of herbs that would taste yummy in a tuna mixture- parsley, cilantro, etc.

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