I have always loved carving Jack-o-Lanterns at Halloween. Never able to turn away a misshapen pumpkin or commit to only one design, our porch is usually illuminated with a small army of rustically carved glowing squash. ‘Rustically’ makes it sound like there might be some cozy charm in the attempted artistry. That would be a…
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Screaming Witch Crudités for Halloween
Halloween celebrations always need some fresh, healthy options in my opinion. Sugar begets sugar in the craving department and it can become a roller coaster of sucrose highs followed by lethargic, depressive lows if something with substance isn’t wedged in between treats. Last year I created a Freaky Halloween Salad with a mixture of odd…
Glow-in-the-Dark Infected Brain Cocktail
Halloween Cocktails make the party and Glow-In-The-Dark Infected Brain Cocktail takes the prize! A few props and a few insider tips will make your party the best ever. I really love thinking up fun food and drink options for Halloween each year. I have favorites from past years too. The genesis of the recipe…
Taco Pasta with Black Bean Noodles
I spend a lot of time considering how to make my family meals smarter. How to optimize the nutritional value while providing great flavor and adequate portion sizes. Having kids who are growing and are athletes has changed the food landscape in our household considerably. After swimming hard for 2 hours after school I want…
Gluten-Free Maple-Pecan Waffles
Up until I was in college, my experience with waffles with a dismal one. I’m sure those we had at home were made from a mix and ironically though waffles and pancakes are essentially the same batter, I really did not like waffles. They tasted different to me. Maybe it was a texture thing, I…
Mutilated Zombie Cupcakes with Edible Glass Shards
I realize this blog post may be a defining moment in our relationship. Perhaps you’ll love this recipe; and if not, you’ll probably be repulsed by it. Some of you may send me a gentle note suggesting finding a good therapist would be a great use of my time, or ponder whether I experienced violent…
Double Dipped S’Mores Apples on a Stick
I have always wanted to make candied apples. I love the ruby red sheen of a candied apple especially around Halloween when they seem to be available at stores and recipes become readily available online. I have two fears about candied apples, however: 1) I really don’t know how to bite into one, and 2) I’m…
