It’s a Mormon thing, I know. Although I have been LDS (Mormon) since I was a girl, and my mother grew up in primarily LDS communities, I did not try Hawaiian Haystacks until I was living in Washington D.C. as an adult and attended a baby shower hosted by an LDS friend. This is a meal that is universally appealing and one of the few that EVERYONE in my family will eat….
Tomato & Goat Cheese Quiche
I have always loved quiche. It is perfect hot, amazing cold, and really good room temperature! How many foods can you enjoy equally at any temperature? My love for this food only increased while I lived in France. It is a perfect food and can even be enjoyed crustless for those who cannot eat gluten. …
Vegetarian Pot Pie
This has been a comfort food for me for years. In the late 80’s when there was no internet and not a lot of vegetarians, or vegetarian resources, my Mom subscribed to Vegetarian Times, a monthly magazine. This recipe comes from that magazine and was an instant hit in our family! Between Mollie Katzen’s Moosewood cookbooks and this magazine my mother was able to stock my vegetarian recipe repertoire with plenty of delicious offerings!…
Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie
I love this recipe any time of the year, but especially in the winter. It is so hearty and warming….
Cheese Fondue – The Real Deal
I loved gathering around a pot of this with friends while I was a missionary in France. Grant calls this kid favorite recipe the Heart Attack . Favorite dipping items: thick crusted french bread (not the soft grocery store variety), cherry or grape tomatoes, broccoli (lightly steamed), red peppers….