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Burrata Sandwich with Chutney

Burrata Sandwich with Chutney

A burrata sandwich with chutney is enveloped in a flaky, Indian paratha flatbread, finished off with fresh cilantro for an explosion of textures and flavors.

Sunday Somethings

Sunday Somethings

Hello, Sunday. It’s been a nice relaxing weekend here with family and friends and so much food. We’re digging into leftovers and so much pie and I spent 90% of yesterday on the couch watching some oldie GBBO, The Mighty Ducks and Gordon Ramsey. And…

Turkey Salad Sandwiches

Turkey Salad Sandwiches

I’m offering these easy turkey salad sandwiches as an antidote to the too much food this week issue.

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Monday Musings

Monday Musings

Hello, Monday. It seems that every Monday lately I’ve been apologizing for not getting my Somethings out on Sunday. Well, it’s the week before Thanksgiving and the rush has begun, so my chance to sit down for a cuppa and a (virtual) chat didn’t come…

Butterscotch Apple Biscotti

Butterscotch Apple Biscotti

Butterscotch apple biscotti is a classic twice-baked cookie recipe with dried apples and pecans and topped with melted butterscotch and more pecans.

Sunday Somethings

Sunday Somethings

Hello Sunday.
 
I’m writing this on a cozy Saturday afternoon from my couch. The snow is falling outside (though not sticking) and Crawley is curled up on my lap while I watch what is I’m sure the first of many bad holiday rom-coms. It’s a good place to be.
 
Also knowing that I would realistically need 10 hours to sit and watch the new season of The Crown straight through, I haven’t started it yet.
 
We avoided a little health scare with Crawley the last few months but all seems to be well and I’m counting our blessings for that.
 
I can feel the season’s busy starting to creep up and I’m coming at it with a good attitude and baked goods (which I’ll be sharing soon!). I hope you can face what’s ahead with equal good spirits. And may your spirit not be broken.
 
Here’s what’s what this week:
 
The Friends are revealing all this week– and it’s a reminder that celebrities are people, too.
 
Speaking of friends, the secret to building and maintaining friendships.
 
Matchmaker, matchmaker make me a match.
 
Even though I’m Team Cake > Team Pie, I recognize it’s kind of unofficial Pie Week (as opposed to Pi Day). Here are some ideas for you.
 
Do you need to organize your digital life? Here here. I thought this was somewhat helpful.
 
The Challenger still gives me goosebumps.
 
Not that I ever need an excuse to cross the pond: The UK is T&L’s 2023 destination of the year. Take me back!
 
And if you’re Team Cake, here and here are some pumpkin pie alternatives.
 
Looking for a cozy Sunday meal? Reminding you of this beouf bourguignon.
 
If you’re looking for a new stuffing recipe, I think my mom’s is just the best.
 
That’s it! Have a great week.
Spiced Cardamom Coffee Cake

Spiced Cardamom Coffee Cake

Spiced cardamom coffee cake is a twist on a traditional sour cream coffee cake with South Asian spices and textures that will make it your go-to coffee cake.

Spicy Lamb Curry Bowl

Spicy Lamb Curry Bowl

This spicy lamb curry bowl is a lighter take on a heavy, richer family favorite with spiced lamb, sheet pan cauliflower and garbanzos.

Monday Musings

Monday Musings

Hello, Monday.

Hello, November!

You’d think with an extra hour that I’d have gotten my regular Sunday thoughts in on time, but as I sat down Saturday night to write, the wind was howling and my internet patchy and I just gave up and watched Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2.

Yup, you read that right. That was what called to me on Netflix, and you know what? I still know all the words to the Ninja Rap. So I consider this a good decision.

Keeping it light and easy today. And as the sun rises on a new month (hence, the picture), new thoughts.

wishing: on stars, always

hoping: 2022 closes out with a win

thinking: of all the things I want to decorate the house

praying: crawley gets good news at the vet this month

planning: 2023 travel – it’s looking good

dreaming: deep sleep dreams

wearing: it’s slipper season

watching: only murders in the building

reading: all this time

eating: a salad version of this – coming at you this week

cooking: all the fall things – also coming to you soon

What’s going on with you?

 

My Favorite Pumpkin Recipes

My Favorite Pumpkin Recipes

Whoa, November. I can’t even believe we’re here and that Mariah Carey has transformed and now the holiday explosion is upon us. I do try to restrain my holiday frivolity to just before Thanksgiving, but since we are in November, it’s safe to go full…