The Turquoise Table

Kristin Schell

in One Pot Wonders: Crock Pot, Soup, Chili, Stew

White Bean Soup

Mia and I began to plan Thanksgiving this week.  I say began because we got a bit distracted, as we tend to do, and ended up re-seasoning her cast iron skillet and riffling through old recipes.   At least we’ve started the process.   This year there is a hitch in our get-along as the UT vs. A&M game has…
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Banana Bread

The boys are going camping today.  It’s finally a perfect fall day in central Texas and the weather begs for a camp out.  In the midst of packing their gear, I realized I hadn’t thought of snacks for the overnight into the wilderness.  I found some buffalo jerky and granola bars and thought I’d bake a loaf of banana bread…
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Chicken Spaghetti and a whole lot more….

You come into this world and you go out. It is THE fact of life.  And no self-respecting Southern woman would witness birth or death without a casserole at arms reach.  Sadly, I spent Monday traveling for a funeral.  And when I’m sad I cook.  I also cook when I’m happy.  And when I’m bored, nervous, giddy and hopeful.  But…
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Mashed Sweet Potatoes

I recently saw sweet potatoes in the take out case at Whole Foods and it inspired me to get a little more creative with my sweet spuds.  I roast sweet potatoes at least once a week for Littlest.  She adores them and they are so healthy, loaded with vitamins A & C, beta carotene and good fiber.  Sweet potatoes are…
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Winner! Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Last month, I announced the Recipe Contest.  I was eager to hear from you, my dear readers, and equally excited to know what your favorite recipes were.  Thank you for sharing.  Over the last few weeks, I have made lamb, pork, scallops, steaks, zucchini, linguini, soups, lasagnas, enchiladas, salsas, potatoes, stews, goulash, chili, and casseroles.  Husband thanks you.  The Littles…
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Cornbread for Thanksgiving

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Cornbread for Thanksgiving Dressing

I thought I’d get a jump start on making cornbread for Thanksgiving.  I intended to freeze a few batches of this delicious treat, but the thing about cornbread is it smells so darned good.  And then people know you’ve made a big batch of it.  And then those people, even if they are little, eat it.  Which means I’ll be…
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