Tag Archives: Autumn

Turkey & Black Bean Chili

I am on track for my one relaxed hour. My chili is done and waiting patiently in the refrigerator. If you too would like to do a  Chili Bar for your Halloween Party, here’s the recipe for Turkey & Black … Continue reading

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My Plan to Entertain: Mike’s Halloween Birthday Party

If you leave everything to the last minute you will have only one minute to do everything. Halloween is a week from tomorrow. So, to get my one relaxed hour prior to guest arrival I need to use this weekend … Continue reading

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Plan to Entertain: Halloween

Planning ahead is the cardinal principle of home entertaining. In case I was not clear: Planning ahead is the cardinal principle of home entertaining. This year Halloween falls on a Saturday. The key to my goal for you — one … Continue reading

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Noah’s Spicy Roasted Whole Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

Noah, my 22-year-old son —helps us manage our  operation at the Franklin Institute — he’s a budding cook and roasted the seeds. I share Noah’s recipe here. 1 cup rinsed and towel dried pumpkin seeds 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 1 … Continue reading

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Cider Pecan Pie Recipe

Reduced cider syrup brings a fruitier sweetness to standard pecan pie for a flavor combination that’s truly autumnal. Pecan pie was one of the all-time favorite desserts served at Frog and The Commissary. Convenient as well as delicious, it can … Continue reading

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Sweet Endings: Chapter 19 — Baking Required

This is it, the end of our preview. Over the past 19 days as I have counted down to books shipping from the printer, I have provided just the barest glimpse of At Home by Steve Poses: A Caterer’s Guide … Continue reading

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Chapter 14 – Accompaniments: Vegetables & Beans

I feel like an expectant parent. Shipping in five days. My preview of Section 5: Accompaniments continues with Chapter 14: Vegetables & Beans. This chapter features 2o recipes — all designed to add luster to your home entertaining. Many recipes … Continue reading

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Ragout of Cranberries, Apples, Sweet Potatoes & Parsnips Recipe

There’s no limit to the creative combinations of fruits and vegetables you can toss together in a single dish. Here, the tart flavors of balsamic vinegar and cranberries accent sweet roasted root vegetables for a great addition to your autumn … Continue reading

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