Monthly Archives: October 2012

Look at Me

Posted on October 31, 2012 by AmandaE

French Onion Soup We survived Sandy!  Unfortunately so did the annoying holly tree in our front yard, apparently my totally authentic tree removal dance wasn’t very effective.  On a positive note we did keep power throughout the Frankenstorm so we … Continue reading →

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Of Sugar

Posted on October 26, 2012 by AmandaE

Roasted Vegetables Growing up there were a few vegetables that never made an appearance on our table, and when I got older and started cooking for myself I tended to avoid them as well.  Beets, brussel sprouts, and turnips.  I … Continue reading →

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Chapel

Posted on October 24, 2012 by AmandaE

Chocolate Mousse This past week Joe and I celebrated six months of marriage, because yes I am that dorky.  I decided that I wanted to do a special Joe-centric dessert that was more than just my standard creme brulee.  I … Continue reading →

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Shark Under Water

Posted on October 18, 2012 by AmandaE

Quinoa with Acorn Squash Another new seasonal vegetable!  Acorn squash was once of the seasonal squashes I had always seen at the market, but since it’s normally right next to the butternut squash I would skip over it.  This time … Continue reading →

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Trapped In

Posted on October 15, 2012 by AmandaE

Mexican Casserole For the most part I’m pretty good about buying things and then immediately using them, partially because I like a clean kitchen and partially because my lack of a pantry demands that.   I write my grocery lists … Continue reading →

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