Friday, November 22, 2024

Repurposing Meatloaf Two Ways

Last Saturday, my brother, Dick, joined us for dinner.  We had Mass before he was scheduled to arrive so I decided to make Crockpot Meatloaf so it would be ready when we got home.  I made a batch and a half because Rae had said she would make Meatloaf Sandwiches for dinner on Sunday.

Meatloaf Sandwich

As a kid, Mom sometimes packed me leftover meatloaf sandwiches for lunch.  Cold meatloaf on soft bread with ketchup.  I loved it but had never made it myself.  Rae's Meatloaf Sandwich was nothing like that!!!

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Wintery Pavlova with Port Cranberries #CakeSliceBakers

Gorgeous fluffy meringue covered with fresh whipped cream and topped with a savory cranberry compote.  It is not only beautiful but delicious too.

Pavlova with Cranberry Compote

It's time for the Cake Slice Bakers......

X is for Xylocarp

What is a xylocarp?  It is a fruit with a hard woody shell.  The best-known xylocarp is a coconut.  And the best way to enjoy coconut?  In a Pina Colada, of course.

PIna Colada

With just 3 ingredients, some ice, and a heavy-duty blender you can enjoy an Xciting Xylocarp Cocktail.....

Sunday, November 17, 2024

Banana Cream Pudding Parfait #SundayFunday

Layers of Nilla Wafer Cookies, Fresh Bananas, Banana Pudding and Whipped Cream.  It's like having Banana Cream Pie in a glass.

Banana Cream Pudding Parfait

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Parfait today....Hey, I'm a poet.....

Friday, November 15, 2024

Holiday Parties and the Weekly Menu

The holiday season is in full swing on the Farm and our calendar is filling up quickly with outings, gatherings, parties and preparations. I'm running around like a chicken with my head cut off....

Chicken with no head
Image from Google

I'm just kidding.  Those who know me best, know that there is nothing I love more than spending time with my family and friends......

Wednesday, November 13, 2024

Maple Marinara Sauce #Movies&Munchies

Homemade Marinara sweetened with just a touch of Pure Maple Syrup slow cooked in the crockpot.  I added Meatballs and served it over Spaghetti inspired by the movie Elf.

Spaghetti with Maple Marinara

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Cornbread Cupcakes #BreadBakers

These cupcakes contain cornmeal along with the flour.  They are not corn muffins as they are lighter and fluffier than a muffin would be.  They do contain leavening and if you put them into a loaf pan you could call it sweet bread.  

Cornbread Cupcakes

The Bread Bakers are sharing Cornbread recipes today.....

Sunday, November 10, 2024

Shirin Chorek #EattheWorld #SundayFunday

This sweet bread from Azerbaijan is traditionally served during their holidays of New Year or Ramadan.  It is slightly sweet and with a deep golden brown exterior and a beautiful yellow interior.  It would be a perfect addition to your Holiday Brunch Buffet.

Shirin Chorek

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Yeast Breads today and the Eat the World Group is visiting Azerbaijan.  I doubled the fun by combining these groups and baking up this Sweet Milk Bread.

Friday, November 8, 2024

Shipwreck Casserole, A Book Review and the Weekly Menu

Created in the 1940's this classic hamburger/potato dinner is called Shipwreck Casserole.  There are several different theories as to how it got it's name.

Shipwreck Casserole

Thursday, November 7, 2024

Celebrating an American Thanksgiving with an Italian Antipasti Platter and a Sparkling Wine from Italy that is not Prosecco #ItalianFWT

Start your Thanksgiving Dinner with some Antipasti and a bottle of Capisco Spumante from Northern Italy.

Antipasti and Sparkling Wine

Our Italian Food, Wine, and Travel group are celebrating an American Thanksgiving with Italian Wine......

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

W is for Whiskey

Salted Caramel Royal Crown Whiskey hooks up with Kahlua, Creme de Banana and Espresso for a different take on an Espresso Martini.

Banana Foster Espresso Martini

W is for Whiskey.......

Sunday, November 3, 2024

Turkey Trot Sandwich Board #SundayFunday

This fun sandwich board is sure to please your guests at your next gathering.  Perfect for watching the game.

Turkey Trot Sandwich Board

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Charcuterie today......

Saturday, November 2, 2024

Celebrating Diwali as we welcome in November and the Weekly Menu

Thursday was the first day of Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights.  It is a celebration of good over evil and lasts for 5 days usually between October and November depending on the position of the moon.  

Diwali
Photo Courtesy of Google Images

Friday, November 1, 2024

Cabbage Salad with Oranges and Pecans

This colorful, delicious salad features seasonal produce.  It is the perfect starter or side for your Holiday Dinner Table.

Cabbage Salad with Oranges and Pecans

Today is the final day of the Holiday Side Dish event......