Simple Layered Potatoes

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This is what I served with the Roasted Tenderloin. Isn’t it gorgeous? The visual effect of the layered potatoes thrills me. What’s more…this is a very simple dish.

And I mean they are simple in the very best ways. They are easy, yes. But the ingredients are at hand usually and very inexpensive. They …click to continue Simple Layered Potatoes

Gravenstein Apples: Heirloom Apple Cake

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This cake is a community cake. A week ago, my friend Jon Rowley sent a big box of Gravenstein apples to Dallas for me. This is the second time he has performed this great and generous task on my behalf. The rest of that story is after this recipe. …click to continue Gravenstein Apples: Heirloom Apple Cake

Honey and Whole Grain Mustard Pork Tenderloin

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This is as easy an entrée recipe as you can find. I love this quick pork tenderloin preparation and I think I will make it over and over again. This is perfect for those evenings when you simply don’t have time to fuss (much). This requires a little basting and attention during the thirty …click to continue Honey and Whole Grain Mustard Pork Tenderloin

Snickerdoodle Crisp Tart

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Imagine, if you will, a Snickerdoodle cookie with the topping of an apple crisp. I find that to be a very compelling marriage. My twitter friend, Milisa, of Miss in the Kitchen made Snickerdoodle Bars a few weeks ago that prompted me to get out my apron and …click to continue Snickerdoodle Crisp Tart

Whole Grain Salad with Beets and Goat Cheese

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This salad is kind of a pain. I am not a big grain cook. It requires a bit of timing to get it all done at the same time. Here, I have taken seven different whole grains and cooked them in one pot. Several of them take about 50 minutes and the remaining take …click to continue Whole Grain Salad with Beets and Goat Cheese