Happenings over the Hiatus

Miss me?  I missed you, dear blog and appreciated readers.  I don't really have a fantastic reason for my extended hiatus.  Having read other blogs, I know that such breaks frequently happen to all but the most dedicated of bloggers (and sometimes, even the die-hards); after starting which such vigor, I didn't expect and certainly didn't plan to fall into that trap, but I did. Boo.

But now, I'm back...to let you know...I can really cook it down.

With that Contours-inspired lead-in, I want to give you a glimpse at the kitchen happenings over the hiatus.  See something you MUST eat?  Post a comment with your request, and I'll post additional recipe or source info as needed.  Hope you are well, and I hope that this blog may continue to be a resource for you as you facilitate your health and happiness in 2011!

Christmas Dinner:
VwV Gnocchi and Tomato Sauce with
Garlic Knots and Chopped Salad
(Yes, homemade gnocchi and rolls!)

Mom's Cinnamon Rolls and
QEVB Pea, Tarragon and
 Cream Cheese Tart

Couple's Cooking #2:
Black Bean and Squash Empanadas
from VEGANOMICON

Beyond yum (and you can even
freeze them for later yum!)

Couple's Cooking #1:
Completely Homemade Ravioli
(Yay new roller attachment!)

Ravioli stuffing: Pinot-sauteed
mushrooms, VwV ricotta, and
fresh spinach

Plated

Pretty darn spectacular,
especially since this was the
first use of roller and first
time making ravioli!

Couple's Cooking #3:
Look out Brown Sugar -- our adaptation
of VwV's Pad Thai 

VegTimes Jan./Feb. '11:
Spiced Quinoa and Red
Lentil Soup and Sweet
Potato and Leek Gratin