April 28, 2015

Smoked white fish chowder


Spring has been slow to get started here this year. In fact, it's still be rather chilly most days. I've yet to retire my jackets and sweaters and heavier jammies and it's almost May. On a chilly and damp day, a thick, creamy, and hearty chowder with a side of buttery bread is a perfect meal to me. This chowder uses a firm smoked white fish for the protein and it's paired with lots of vegetables and a creamy broth. Capers and a dash of hot sauce help add that extra something to really bring this chowder together.

This soup will serve about four people, especially with a side of crusty bread. I made a spelt sourdough to go with our chowder and it was a perfect companion for sopping up all the leftover broth. I'm working on perfecting my sourdough skills and will probably begin sharing more recipes using sourdough starter in the near future. You should be able to find smoked white fish in most larger grocery stores near the meat and deli section (probably near the smoked salmon). 


April 22, 2015

Strawberry sour cream-poppy seed pancakes

Stack of strawberry sour cream poppy seed pancakes.

Strawberry sour cream poppy seed pancakes are a delicious way to brighten up your weekend breakfast. 

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These pancakes contain sour cream and then I topped with a bit more. Having a bit of savory contrast is the perfect way to have a pancake to me - otherwise they can be just too sweet for my liking, especially after you throw in the maple syrup. Bacon also helps with this. Or sausage. I'm not picky.

These pancakes will feed about 2-3 people depending on hunger level.

Plate of strawberry sour cream poppy seed pancakes topped with sour cream and strawberries.

April 3, 2015

Silky peanut butter pie

Finished peanut butter pie.

This pie is sure to please everyone at your next gathering or dinner party. Smooth, creamy peanut butter whipped together with cream cheese and whipped cream in a shell of chocolate cookies - I mean, who could resist?? 

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Peanut butter + chocolate is a favorite combination of mine (as I bet many of you) so I knew when I finally got around to making a peanut butter pie during 25 Pies of 2015 that it would be in a chocolate crust. 

We had this pie when my in-laws were over for dinner and then had the leftovers the next night with my mom. It was a big hit with everyone; so much so that I never had the opportunity to get a photo of a slice. We were all too busy eating it! It's okay though - just trust me when I say you won't be disappointed by this rich, delicious pie.

Close up of the top of a finished peanut butter pie.