Makes one 10 inch pie
Submitted by Tiffany Harris
Fall has arrived and it’s that time of the year to pull out the best recipes for the Holidays. Here is a twist on the classic pumpkin pie that is easy to make and special enough for a fussy crowd, including those that don’t care for pumpkin pie (this includes me)! The addition of the eggnog gives this pie a less intense taste and rich flavor. Enjoy!
Each celebration, big or small, requires food that is just as special as the individual or the occasion which you are celebrating. Susan Campoy, founder and chef of Julienne, a beloved local neighborhood bistro, recently published Celebrating with Julienne, which she shares her most popular and cherished recipes along with tips, stories and advice. Located in our neighboring city of San Marino, this charming bistro serves breakfast and lunch on the shaded outdoor patio or in the inviting French Café inspired interior. The traditional menu is refined but casual and everything is always finished to perfection. Inside the restaurant you will also find a gourmet market with specialty jams, candies, oils, and baked goods.
Julienne’s is perfect for a special gathering or a ladies lunch out. I always think of Julienne when my grandmother or girlfriends come to visit. There is definitely something for everyone. Stroll by if you are in the area or make a special trip to experience the warmth of the atmosphere and fabulous food.
Although a recipe for hot dogs may seem a bit unnecessary… this dish deserves to be passed on to chefs with hard-to-please audiences and/or family members with simple palates in dire need of a tune up. Festive enough for end of summer bbq’s and hearty enough for fall.
Grill hot dogs on bbq and toast buns if you please. Heat the black beans in a small pot on medium heat (do not drain) until warm all the way through. Sautee the red onion in the olive or grape seed oil until soft, translucent, and browned a bit (about 15 minutes). Assemble the hot dog with desired amount of each topping. Voila! Quick, easy, filling and festive.
With Dad’s big day rapidly approaching what could be more appropriate than a quick and easy recipe for some family friendly (and shhhhh – good for you) meatballs. A really tasty meatball can be eaten alone, without sauce or pasta. But of course, either one is a great compliment to this dish. And the great thing about this recipe is that you can easily increase or decrease the ingredient quantity based on how many you would like to make. Oh and let’s not forget the part about the hidden vegetables…not a child nor picky eating father will be the wiser. Enjoy!
submitted by Melissa Webster
Combine ground beef, egg, and bread crumbs in a large bowl and mix with hands…old fashioned, but truly the best way in this instance. Gradually add bits of feta cheese and leaf spinach depending on the palate of the crowd you are serving. (Spinach can even be sautéed if you’d really like to boost the iron content without making the veggie content as obvious.) Mix well. Shape into roughly 1.5 inch diameter balls, disguising the spinach in the depths of each meatball as much as possible. Cook on medium/high heat in a frying pan, rotating on each side until brown and meatballs are firm (about 15 minutes.) Serve while hot, add pasta and sauce if desired, and cheers to Dad!
