dinner on the table every night
It’s Friday. It’s also parent-teacher conference day and there is no school, so I’ll be carting my daughter around all day. And my aunt and uncle are coming to dinner. Oh, and we’re throwing a pumpkin-carving party tomorrow. I don’t want to be exhausted by the end of the night. … Continue reading →
The Scenario:
It’s my husband’s birthday. We’re doing a big celebration on Friday and something low-key today.
My aunt and uncle are coming for dinner.
I need something that scales up and pleases a crowd.
I’m also making a tart, so don’t want anything too complicated for dinner.
The solution: Pasta Night!… Continue reading →
The Scenario:
It is miserably cold and rainy.
I’ve made some soup but need something satisfying to accompany it.
I’d love fish, but the reasonable seafood options around here aren’t affordable for a weeknight meal.
I’ve got a homemade loaf of bread.
The Solution: Soup, Sandwiches and a Salad… Continue reading →