Category Archives: Sides

It has it all.

On the menu: Barley Salad with Chickpeas, Cherries, and Pecans I can’t believe I haven’t yet told you about this book. Serve Yourself by Joe Yonan was released late last spring, right as Kevin was getting ready to move down to … Continue reading

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Seemed so simple.

On the menu: Mushroom Pies with Pear Salad Earlier this month, I took out my old November issues of Food Network Magazine to look for some Thanksgiving inspiration. I didn’t find any holiday ideas, but I did find a couple … Continue reading

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Unexpectedly decadent.

On the menu: Acorn Squash with Quinoa and Pistachios and Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Grapes and Walnuts Wait! Don’t leave! Don’t get overwhelmed by the length of the names of these dishes like I did–this dinner was simple to make … Continue reading

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It’s aptly named.

On the Menu: Spicy Chinese Slaw My attendance at the weekly farmers market here has been embarrassingly rare this summer. I hadn’t really gotten into cooking last summer, and as I discovered the joy that is fresh, local ingredients over … Continue reading

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Something green.

On the Menu: Fava Beans and Carrots While we were in Wisconsin last week, Kevin and I were treated to many meat-heavy meals. We also consumed quite a bit of Wisconsin beer and Wisconsin cheese, which made our intestines quite … Continue reading

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