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Spatzle That Tastes Darn Good

in DINNER / PASTA January 19, 2018January 23, 2018 4 comments

In case you haven’t been following along on my Instagram account (shame on you!), I’ve been doing this little thing called, “What Was That?” on my Instagram Stories. It’s a weekly series where I break down a cooking method, recipe, ingredient, etc, from the previous week’s episode of Top Chef. Fun, right? Yeah, tune in, you’ll love it! Essentially, I’m trying to make YOU a Top Chef in YOUR kitchen! Last week’s episode was all about German food. So this week, I dedicated my Stories to the beloved German dumpling, spatzle!

Think confit is something you can only get at restaurants? No way! Learn how to make this super easy, addictive Garlic Confit! @cookinRD | sarahaasrdn.com

Creamy Dreamy Garlic Confit

in APPETIZER / CONDIMENTS January 11, 2018 2 comments

For most of us, confit is not a term that’s commonly used in our vernacular. It’s fancy, it’s French, and we’re not “confit-ing” much on a daily basis. But, um, while we’re on the topic, what the heck is confit? It’s okay that you aren’t sure, that’s why I’m here! And I’ve got a recipe to make things even better. That’s right, Creamy Dreamy Garlic Confit!

Red Lentil Dal

in DINNER / VEGETARIAN January 4, 2018January 4, 2018 6 comments

When I tell people how much I love legumes, they look at me like I have a third eye. I’m pretty sure that I don’t, so I can’t figure out what the funny looks are for. I mean, is it so crazy to love legumes? I sure don’t think so and I’m about to tell you why. And not only that, I’m going to share a pretty darn delicious recipe for Red Lentil Dal. Read on, friends!

Panzanella, a delightful bread salad made with chewy whole grain baguette tossed with fresh tomatoes, basil and a simple vinaigrette. @cookinRD | sarahaasrdn.com

Super Simple Panzanella

in SALADS December 28, 2017December 28, 2017 0 comments

If you’re anything like me, you crave bread. And if you can pair that bread with a really yummy salad, well, that’s pretty darn amazing. Perhaps that’s why I love panzanella so much! Pan-za-WHAT? Oh, you don’t know about it? Well, let me introduce you!

Candy Cane Chocolate Cake

in CAKES / DESSERT December 22, 2017December 22, 2017 12 comments

When life hands you candy canes, you make Candy Cane Chocolate Cake. Right? Isn’t that how the saying goes? Well, who cares if it doesn’t because I’m all about this festive dessert right now!

Whole Wheat Eggnog Waffles

in BREAKFAST / PANCAKES AND WAFFLES December 19, 2017December 19, 2017 6 comments

Am I the only one who ends up with an exorbitant amount of eggnog leftover after Christmas? It always seems like there’s some extra kicking around in the bottom of the carton and I’m always left scratching my head, pondering what the heck should I do with it. Most normal people would probably drink it. But, I much prefer to turn it into something magical. And for me, magical equals Whole Wheat Eggnog Waffles.

Holiday Snack Mix

in APPETIZER / SNACKS December 11, 2017December 11, 2017 0 comments

Do you ever get tired of the same old snack mix that gets set out at parties? I know I do. Give me something with a balance of salty and sweet, please. Is That kind of snack is hard to come by. Or is it? This Holiday Snack Mix might save your next party!

Sometimes you need a fancy drink to put you in a festive mood. This Pom-Cherry Spritzer is just the thing! @cookinRD | sarahaasrdn.com

Festive Pomegranate Cherry Spritzer

in BEVERAGES November 30, 2017 4 comments

When I was little, I used to marvel at the fancy drinks my parents would enjoy during the holidays. Big punch bowls full of mystical liquid were at every party. Most of them were deemed “for the adults only.” Bummer! What I would’ve given for a big punch bowl full of something deemed “for the kids only!” And I think I would’ve really loved this Pom-Cherry Spritzer!

Baked Spinach Turkey Meatballs | sarahaasrdn.com

Cookbook Review & Giveaway

in Blog Post November 16, 2017November 15, 2017 2 comments

I love a good cookbook! And I love cookbooks from America’s Test Kitchen. But I’ll get to that in a minute. Their newest book, “Cooking at Home with Bridget & Julia” has become a new favorite of mine. I mean check out those meatballs up there!? Yum, right? P.S. I’ve partnered with ATK to give away a copy of this book! Details below!

Applesauce Cranberry Muffins

in BREAKFAST / MUFFINS, QUICK BREADS, ETC November 14, 2017November 13, 2017 3 comments

When life is out of control, I bake. If you follow along here on my blog, you know this about me. Baking is my meditation. So when life ordered up devastation, I turned to my oven. My old reliable friend whispered, “I know what you need, comfort in the form of baked goods.” Yes, oven, I sure did. And nothing was more comforting than warm, Applesauce Cranberry Muffins.