August 29th - September 1st

I was just thinking summer was finally here and the nights are already cooling down. I can't say I'm too sad. My kitchen will be substantially cooler and more comfortable :o) Pumpkin bread and cookies will be here, but I refuse until September, although it sounds sooo good! Fall is my favorite season, so I'm excited about the change! For this week's menu I'm mixing some old favorites with a new recipe or two. I hope that you enjoy it!

Monday, August 29th

Baked Ziti -- This was a favorite last time I cooked it. This is one of my favorite Italian dishes and one that's easy to transport and re-warm. It's great to have one of these darlings in your freezer at all times! You will love the garlic tomato sauce with fresh herbs. You'll love the three cheeses. It's the perfect amount of sauce to cheese. A true family pleaser! 8x6 $12, 9x13 $22

Caesar Salad -- Classic Caesar salad with creamy Caesar dressing, freshly grated Parmesan and croutons. Quart $6, Gallon $22

Garlic Knots -- Perfect with Italian food! They have a unique garlic and Italian herb butter on them when taken from the oven, so it soaks in! These are definitely a favorite whenever I offer them! 1/2 Doz $4, 1 Doz $6

Peach Pie -- Peaches are finally ripe! I have several peach pies that I make. This is one of the favorites! If I say so myself, my Dad and brother grow the world's best peaches. It's not just me I have many people confirm it on Saturday mornings at farmer's market. I think it's a combination of his orchard being right next to the mountains and cool nights and that they are grown with love. My favorite thing about this pie is that the crust does not get soggy like with a traditional peach pie and you can finish off the next day... if there is any left! This pie has a cookie/shortbread crust. Fresh, tree-ripened peaches are next with an amazing glaze. It wouldn't be complete without real whipped cream on the top and a peach fan for garnish. Hooray for peach pie! $15

Wednesday, August 31st

Beef Stew -- Surprisingly (to me), this has been one of the most popular items offered. Slow cooked stew meat with big chunks of vegetables (carrots, onions,celery, and potatoes) in a rich beef sauce made with demi-glaze and delicious beef juices. This will remind you of childhood days and the great outdoors. 1 Quart $7, 1 gallon $24

Baking Powder Biscuits -- These biscuits are tender and flaky and great served along side or warmed up on top of the beef stew. Yummmmm. 1 dozen $6

Apple Crisp -- Fresh apples (Guess what? Grown on my Dad and brother's farm with love!) cut up and baked to perfection with just the right amount of Siagon Cinnamon and Nutmeg. Topped with a crunchy topping. 8x8 pan $15

Thursday, September 1st

Chicken Honey Lime Enchiladas -- This is a very popular enchilada recipe that has been going around for the last year or so. Anything that stays around that long deserves your attention! Tender, slow cooked chicken, with fresh herbs, fresh lime juice and honey in a green enchilada sauce. Of course, there's plenty of cheese in these darlings also! I'm pretty sure that this will be a family favorite. 8x6 $12, 9x13 $22

Refried Beans -- Homemade refried beans made from pinto beans, slowly soaked and cooked to perfection with green chilis and Hispanic spices. 1/2 Quart $4, 1 Quart $6

Cilantro Lime Rice -- This cilantro lime rice is one of my favorites. Coconut milk, fresh lime, and fresh cilantro make it great! 1/2 Quart $4, 1 Quart $6

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies -- Since September will be here, I think these cookies are the perfect way to celebrate! There is nothing like pumpkin in the fall and chocolate certainly doesn't hurt these little gems! $8 a dozen