In Season Recipes

Marilyn,

The King Arthur Flour has the malted barley flour in it, it is also unbleached. A no cooking day soup for lunch and then going out for supper at a local fish fry with friends and then play cards. We play a lot of cards this time of year!

Welcome Rhody

Piper, I think I asked you this before.....where do you live? I'm east of Pittsburgh and work in Squirrel Hill

HA Rhody! I do think we have asked this before....for some reason...my brain thinks so at least.....anyhow...my sister is east...

I am North (outside Allegheny County, but work in Oakland-not far from where you work)

There is a gal on the threads who I have met a couple of times-she also works in Oakland.

I am beginning a new volunteer experience and will be in Oakland this evening.

I know I shouldn't be surprised, but just peeked out the window and saw a few snowflakes floating around. It is very cold today...I made a little potato, onion, egg concoction plated with a diced tomato and toast. A good old steaming cup of Sumatra coffee and staying layered and holed up in my house.

I am going to take a nap before volunteering tonight.

I am nervous as this is the programs first vigil and my first time with the program.

I like bone broth and thinking I need to make a big old pot of it over the weekend.

I drink it alone or add it to various recipes that call for broth.

http://yogimami.com/Empire/health-benefits-bone-br...

and for our vegetarian friends or those wanting a nice veggie broth......

http://gourmandeinthekitchen.com/2014/detox-vegeta...

Off to nap

wishing you all a warm and wonderful weekend

XOXOXOXO

Piper

Marilyn, I am in Louisiana now and feel that I am responsible for finding you a Pecan Pie recipe--there certainly are wonderful ones to buy here. One thought would be to buy organic corn syrup if you want the more authentic taste of southern pecan pie. The Camillia Grille is a local NOLA secret with terrific pies. This is their pecan pie recipe:

The Camellia Grill's pecan pie

Makes a 9-inch pie

4 large eggs

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 1/4 cups light corn syrup

1 1/4 cups brown sugar, firmly packed

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 9-inch pie shell, unbaked

1 cup pecans, chopped or whole

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a medium bowl, beat eggs with a wire whisk or fork until foamy. Add the salt, melted butter, light corn syrup, brown sugar and vanilla. Mix well. Pour into unbaked pastry shell; top the mixture with chopped or whole pecans.

Bake for about 45 to 50 minutes.

If course the deliciously unhealthy secret is that they warm up individual pieces by putting them on the griddle and cooking briefly in butter. Then they serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (or both). It is not a place for those worrying about their figures but the pies are wonderful for a treat. They also have a chocolate pecan pie--I will see if I can find their recipe for that.

I found two different recipes for the Camellia Grill's chocolate pecan pie so I am posting both. I imagine both are pretty good. Or else just come to NOLA and get the original. You probably should make a regular pecan and a chocolate pecan to see which you like better. . And since it is Thanksgiving, a pumpkin pie to round out the treats. :-) And be sure to smile and "fist bump" before you serve. The atmosphere at the Grill is wonderful and everyone leaves smiling and feeling wonderful.

Let me know if you like them.

VERSION ONE OF Camellia Grill ChocolateIPecan Pie Recipe4 Eggs
1 Cup Brown Sugar
1 Cup Light Karo Syrup
1/2 tsp. Vanilla Extract
1/8 cup Butter
Dash of Salt
3/4 Cup Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
1 Cup Chopped pecans
1 Pie Shell

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Take the Eggs, Sugar and Karo Syrup and
mix well. Add in the remaining ingredients and pour into pie shell.
Place pie into oven and bake for about 40 minutes. Check the center
with a tooth pic to make sure pie is done.

VERSION TWO OF A CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE Inspired by the Camellia Grill.

Crust:

• 1 9 inch pie crust

Filling:

• 4 ounces bittersweet, dark or semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter
• ½ cup packed, dark brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup light corn syrup
• 1½ cups pecan pieces, lightly toasted

Instructions

Crust:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. Roll out dough on floured surface to 13-inch round. Transfer to 9-inch-diameter glass pie dish. Trim overhang to 1 inch; fold under and crimp decoratively. Set aside.

Filling:

1. Stir chocolate and butter in saucepan over low heat until melted. Cool slightly.
2. Whisk brown sugar, eggs and salt in large bowl to blend. Whisk in corn syrup and chocolate mixture.
3. Sprinkle pecans over unbaked crust. Pour filling over pecans. Bake until crust is golden and filling is puffed, about 55 minutes.
4. Cool until just warm before serving" Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. .

And for those who are concerned, you can purchase organic light corn syrup on Amazon.

That chocolate pecan pie is really delicious--I have eaten it with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side! At this point, I am planning to make one of each--regular pecan and chocolate pecan and to do a "taste test" for fun.

Hugs to all.

have a great Thanksgiving, headed to air port soon not sure what we are eating but sure it will be good!

I haven't tried this recipe yet, but I will. I think it sounds delicious, and so good for you! Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!

Pumpkin Pie Power Bites

Serves: 22

Ingredients

• 8 pitted Medjool dates
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/4 cup peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1/2 cup ground oats (processed in food processor or in a coffee grinder)
• 2 Tablespoons ground flaxseed
• 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks

Directions

Place dates in the bowl of a food processor and process until dates form a sticky ball. Add the pumpkin puree, honey, peanut butter, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract and sea salt. Process again until smooth, stopping to scrape the sides as needed. When well combined, transfer mixture to a large bowl and add both ground and rolled oats, ground flax seed and chocolate. Stir until everything is combined. Cover and chill mixture in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. Roll mixture into bites using about 1 tablespoon of dough and place on parchment or waxed paper. Cover and refrigerate. Power bites will keep for a week in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer if stored in an airtight container or food storage bag.

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Congratulations on 12 years!!

So glad you could slow down long enough to enjoy your special day.

TY for sharing your pictures and wonderful meals.

I cannot wait to try the stuffed and wrapped dates. YUMMO!!

xoxoxoxo

Piper

We haven't finished the donut fest. Once my older daughter gets home, we will make beignets to celebrate Hannukah!

Wishing everyone a holiday season of health, happiness and serenity.

Hugs,

Mandy