Lentil Shepherd’s Pie (and Rural Oregon)
One of the things I love about spring is the ever changing weather. The variance makes things so interesting. Yesterday, we spent some time out in open fields, admiring the rolling […]
Category Archives: Potatoes
Parsnip Gratin
I don’t know what it is about parsnips, but I find their distinctive taste addictive. They’re similar to potatoes, but they have a much more interesting flavor, with a […]
Venison Stew (Winter Sunday Dinner)
So far, every recipe I’ve posted has been vegetarian. And I do generally eat a vegetarian diet, although I’m not incredibly strict about it. However, there is an exception to my general […]
Easy, Creamy Potato Soup
Some days just feel like soup days. Especially stormy, January evenings, when lights go on and shades go down earlier than usual, and you can hear the rainwater spraying under […]
Bolanee: Savory Afghan Dumplings
I sometimes daydream about taking a culinary tour of the Middle East. I’m a novice when it comes to authentic cooking from the region, but I love the stateside versions […]
Aloo Tamatar: Simple Potato Curry
It has taken a long time for Autumn to set in around here, as we’ve been enjoying a warmer-than-usual fall, but we’ve had some decidedly cooler days the last couple […]
Sabudana: Tapioca Curry
Even though my friend Minni just moved into her new apartment, I can tell it’s her home from the second I walk through the door: She stakes her claim via […]
Crispy Sweet Potato & Kale Skillet
I love sweet potatoes. Their vibrant orange color, super-sweet flesh, and creamy texture. Yum. I have been known to eat them for breakfast, actually. Now, one of the best ways […]
The Joyful Pantry 