Side Dish

Last night it was just Alex and me home for dinner.  I decided to make spaghetti with marinara sauce, because it’s quick and easy and because this fabulous garlic bread …

I think that vegetables cooked on the grill are one of the most flavorful ways that you can prepare them.  A whole new side of the veggie comes out when …

These Foil Packet Grilled Potatoes have been my go-to for years. They’re easy to make, turn out perfectly every time and are always a crowd pleaser. My Go-To Summer Potato …

Whenever I make risotto, there always seems to be leftovers.  I hate to throw them out, but risotto is really best the first time around.  But still, I hate being …

Last Friday night we had another nice dinner at home.  The day before, Steve and I had gone to Stillwater for lunch and some shopping.  One of the places where …

Last winter, I took the most amazing cooking class at Chef’s Gallery in Stillwater, Mn.  It was a 5 day intensive, hands on class.  Everyday we started at 9am and chef Marge …

I love French fries!  I really love French fries that have been drizzled with truffle oil. On Sunday, Steve and I happened to go to an oil and vinegar store in Stillwater, …

I have not tried my hand at shepherds pie before, but for some reason, I thought I needed to give it a shot….I don’t know why.  Maybe it’s because of the …

Ok, I admit it….I’ve become a chicken stock snob.  I used to be fine with buying the canned broth, then I moved up to stock in a box.  Then, one crazy …