Betsy’s Mashed Potatoes
My mom and I LOVE mashed potatoes so this is a go to side dish at holiday meals. Simple, flavorful and minimal dishes to wash! Ingredients: 2 ½-3 lbs. red potatoes washed (not peeled) ¼ cup parmesan...
View ArticleAdding Spice to your Gluten Free Cooking with Old Bay
The husband and I love Old Bay! Ever since my friend, Becky, gave us a huge container of the seasoning salt as an engagement gift (she’s from Easton so that sort of explains the gift), we’ve loved...
View ArticleCooking with Acorn Squash: A Hearty Rice Dish
Fall is on its way and while I’m sad to see the last cherry tomatoes at the farmers’ markets, I’m also excited about the cool weather produce and all of the different things to make with them. The...
View ArticleRoasting Peppers: How to & Uses
This weekend I had an abundance of sweet peppers of all shapes, sizes and colors. I had never roasted peppers before so I decided to give it a try. It’s really easy to do and there are so many things...
View ArticleEasy Gluten-Free Dinner
While it can seem overwhelming to cook gluten-free, it really can be done and done simply, with lots of good flavor. I have to give a shout out to my friends Maury, Mary Stuart and Jen for showing...
View ArticleSummer Squash Casserole
Summer squash is a favorite of mine. I love the different colors, textures and shapes. Squash can be roasted simply but I also use it in squash casserole. Yes, ‘squash casserole’ sounds a bit funny,...
View ArticleLet the Countdown Begin…
T minus 7 days until Thanksgiving supper… Turkey Day is happening at Casa Metcalf this year. Yep, that’s right; David and I are hosting his family. I can’t wait to host everyone in our new house and...
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