The Perfect Cup of Hot Chocolate [RECIPE]

Cooler temperatures means warmer beverages, and one of my absolute favorite cold-weather drinks is a delicious cup of cocoa. Although many of you probably grew up on instant hot chocolate packets made with water like I did, I think you deserve something a bit more decadent. So here’s our recipe for the perfect cup of hot chocolate. And here’s an extra tip: They go wonderfully with snickerdoodles! Continue reading “The Perfect Cup of Hot Chocolate [RECIPE]”

Jathan FinkNovember 23, 2015Leave a comment

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Potato Pancakes [RECIPE]

Did you make up a huge batch of mashed potatoes to go with your favorite fall feast? If you find that you’re left with extras afterward, don’t toss them out! Save them and use them to make these potato pancakes for breakfast instead. They’re so delicious you may find yourself intentionally making heaps of potatoes in the future, just so you’ll have enough leftovers to fry these up again. Drizzled with ketchup, sour cream, or salsa, they’re the perfect substitute for hash browns and taste yummy alongside scrambled eggs or a hefty omelet. Continue reading “Potato Pancakes [RECIPE]”

Jathan FinkNovember 21, 2015Leave a comment

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Barley Soup with Italian Meatballs and Kale

When I lived in New York City in the early 90s, I got an awful case of the flu that just wouldn’t go away. My friend Veeda brought me barley soup to help me get better, and I loved how hearty and delicious it was! But you don’t have to be sick to crave this soup. In fact, now that temperatures are dropping, this is the perfect season to make it! In this version, I kicked the recipe up a notch by adding Italian meatballs and fresh kale. Serve with salad and fresh, warm bread and it quickly becomes the perfect weeknight dinner. Enjoy! Continue reading “Barley Soup with Italian Meatballs and Kale”

Jathan FinkNovember 19, 2015November 22, 2015Leave a comment

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Apple Cranberry Cobbler Cake [RECIPE]

In my opinion, autumn is the perfect time of year to bake because two of my favorite things are in season: apples and cranberries! While Heather is the primary baker in our house, there are a few things I do like to prepare when she’s not using the oven. In this case, I love this hybrid recipe which takes advantage of ripe seasonal fruit and tops it with yummy batter that rises too thick to be called a traditional cobbler. But it is oh so good. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! Continue reading “Apple Cranberry Cobbler Cake [RECIPE]”

Jathan FinkNovember 18, 2015November 18, 2015Leave a comment

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Chicken Tortellini Soup

With the arrival of autumn and cooler temperatures, soup is the natural food of choice in our kitchen. We love it because we can eat off one big pot all week, or serve it up to guests for a wonderful Sunday afternoon supper. This week we craved the hearty goodness and delicious Italian flavors of this yummy Chicken Tortellini Soup. Serve it alongside a tossed salad and warm Italian bread with an olive oil dipping sauce for a complete meal. Continue reading “Chicken Tortellini Soup”

Jathan FinkNovember 1, 2015November 1, 2015Leave a comment