Butternut Squash, Sausage and Sage Pasta

Oh my goodness, I forget the simple joys of butternut squash.  It is the most under celebrated fall vegetable!  This dish is divinely simple and a crowd pleaser.  If you are vegetarian, eliminate the sausage and enjoy the savory deliciousness of butternut and sage! INGREDIENTS: 1 box of gluten free penne 1 pound mild (or spicy if…

Horseradish Mayo

This is one of our favorite, cow-dairy free dipping sauces.  You can whip it up in a matter of minutes.  Add more or less horseradish to suit your taste.   INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup Dukes or other mayonnaise (not Miracle Whip) 1 tablespoon horseradish 2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon…

What in the heck is an Insta-pot

Friends, let me solve the mystery…. it’s  a pressure cooker.  Old school pressure cookers -could be a little scary and horror stories abounded.  The new style “Insta-pot” often plug in like  a crockpot and feature an electronic setting. Do you want one, yes.  It will change your life.  You can cook pot roasts, stocks and…

Royal Menu

I couldn’t let the Royal Wedding pass without paying homage to the Royal Menu.  If the wedding was a dream,  the luncheon and reception have to be heaven! As near as I can tell, pictures of the food must be a national secret as there are NO images on-line.  Here are the menus and the…

Butternut squash puree

Another mashed potato substitute.  This is heavenly with chicken, pork or lamb.  Not quite as sweet as sweet potato, play up it’s savory qualities with garlic and herbs.  It whips up butter smooth and delicious. INGREDIENTS: 2-3 cups goat milk 1 butternut squash cut lengthways 2 cloves of garlic 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened ½…