Penne with Bacon, Leeks, and Peas

This is a super simple pasta dish that came together with just a handful of ingredients and the time it took to cook the pasta.  It made for a really filling weeknight meal that left a ton of leftovers for weekday lunches. Penne with Bacon, Leeks, and Peas Serves 6-8 1 lb penne pasta 1 … Continue reading

What’s for dinner: Whenever

I’ve lost track of the days. Last weekend was my daughter’s 3rd birthday party and this week has just kind of disappeared. I keep taking pictures of stuff and then forgetting to write about it. So here’s a few that were worth noting. Above, my not as lovely version of Framed Cooks’ Fettuccine with Leeks … Continue reading

Chicken Stew and Sweet Potato Biscuits

This recipe for Down-Home Chicken Stew is a delicious, relatively healthy recipe that uses up several fall CSA favorites – turnips, turnip greens, potatoes, and leeks. It takes a few steps, but if you do all your chopping first, you can do them at the same time. I also think it’s a great stew recipe … Continue reading

Leek and Tomato Frittata

This was the first time we got leeks in our CSA box.  I was excited, but a little confused.  I didn’t quite know what to make of them as I don’t have any memories of cooking or eating leeks in the past.  They look like giant green onions and they are basically…well…giant green onions.  I … Continue reading