As a busy mom, I know how hard it can be to get a meal together and your family around the table. Mealtime is important and I know this. (If you're curious, The Truth about Family Meals gives several examples of the benefits of family meals.) I also know how guilty I feel when I allow us to fall … [Read more...] about Dining In
Archives for November 2015
Onions At The Table
Onions are a holiday cooking staple, and over the past few weeks we’ve shared some of our favorite recipes to help you add onions to your table. From appetizers and entrees, to side dishes that range from light and refreshing to traditionally comforting, the options for incorporating onions are … [Read more...] about Onions At The Table
Four Onion Scalloped Potatoes
If you are looking for a recipe that adds a fancy touch to your holiday meal, this is it. A combination of white and red onions adds a pleasant, pungent flavor alongside the rich cream and cheeses surrounding the earthy potatoes. Anything you can get done ahead of time saves a lot stress before a … [Read more...] about Four Onion Scalloped Potatoes
Red Cabbage and Onions with Apples and Apricots
Add some color to the Thanksgiving table! This recipe uses seasonal ingredients to create a vibrant side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted turkey, or just about any braised, grilled, or roasted meat. The lush flavor of the onions goes well with the mildly bitter red cabbage and the sweetness … [Read more...] about Red Cabbage and Onions with Apples and Apricots
Mixed Greens with Roasted Fall Fruit, Frizzled Onions and Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
With all the heavy, filling dishes on the holiday table, a refreshing salad makes a nice side dish to balance out the menu. The frizzled onions with the fall flavors of this salad offer just the right touch to let you know you are celebrating a special occasion. You’ll want to hang onto this … [Read more...] about Mixed Greens with Roasted Fall Fruit, Frizzled Onions and Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
10 Ways To Bake With Onions
Cooler weather is here and that means one thing - the start of baking season! Turning on the oven is the perfect way to warm up the kitchen and create something delicious to eat at the same time! Some people think only of savory, dinner time dishes when they think about onions but the truth is … [Read more...] about 10 Ways To Bake With Onions