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Monthly Archives: December 2012

Welcome Winter Thyme {A Spice Exploration}

30 Sunday Dec 2012

Posted by in herbs, oils & spices, love to cook, spice exploration

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Lemony Thyme was born out of my new found love of cooking (and eating) when I discovered how fresh herbs could bring a dish to life.  We bought three whiskey barrels for the back porch and filled them full of young herb plants.  Spring Thyme looked something like this when we first began.

Spring Thyme

Then as the summer sun showered our young plants with love, they began to flourish.   Every recipe was an opportunity to harvest these glorious herbs.  Just as fresh as the produce of the season, our dishes were bright with fresh herb flavors.  Summer Thyme was a happy thyme for certain. Continue reading »

Huevos Rancheros {Kind Of}

29 Saturday Dec 2012

Posted by in breakfast & brunch, eat out of the fridge/pantry, gluten free, love to cook, Mexican/Latin

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While these aren’t near authentic Huevos Rancheros, they are a nice twist on those wonderful Mexican Ranch Eggs. 

I tossed onion, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes in olive oil, oregano, salt and pepper and then roasted them for about 20 minutes until the onions were tender and the tomatoes began to burst. 

This mixture took the place of the traditional tomato-chili sauce and refried beans. 

You could substitute with whatever fresh veggies you have on hand, after all this is eat of the fridge/pantry week. 

Huevos Rancheros
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Apple Cranberry Crisp

28 Friday Dec 2012

Posted by in desserts, eat out of the fridge/pantry, love to cook

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Apple Cranberry Crisp

Scrolling through my Lemony Thyme News Feed yesterday I discovered this recipe posted by Feastie (on behalf of Two Peas and Their Pod).  My first thought was YES, I do have apples and cranberries in my fridge, purchased with good intentions, yet still patiently waiting for their time to shine.  My second thought was THIS is exactly the recipe that my brand new adorable mini covered baking dishes are longing for.  My third (and final thought) was….oh my, forget the first two thoughts…this Apple Cranberry Crisp sounds awe-mazing and I’m making it.

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North African Chicken {with Spicy Green Sauce}

23 Sunday Dec 2012

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North African Chicken with Spicy Green Sauce

It’s hard to believe that just three short months ago I was harvesting my fresh herbs and hanging them by their toes to dry, as we began Autumn Thyme.  Now I can hardly wait for Winter Thyme ~ A Spice Exploration.  Shortly after Christmas, we’ll be unveiling our new Winter Thyme banner….but for now, I’ll give you a preview of what’s to come.  Presenting North African Chicken with Spicy Green Sauce.

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Spicy Green Sauce

23 Sunday Dec 2012

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Spicy Green Sauce

Our new love of North African flavors has led us to discover a unique blend of spices and ingredients.  This Spicy Green Sauce from City Kitchen,called chermoula offers just that.  A slightly spicy pesto-like sauce that infuses the heat of serrano peppers, with the very bright and green flavors of lots of fresh cilantro and scallions, and finishes with a hint of tart lemon zest.  We paired this sauce initially with our North African Chicken, but are certain it would be delicious with fish, beef, or lamb.

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Slow-Roasted Salmon with Tarragon and Citrus

22 Saturday Dec 2012

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Slow Roasted Salmon with Tarragon and Citrus

Hints of citrus and sweet tarragon & fennel infuse flavor into this Slow-Roasted Salmon dish.  This luxurious recipe from Food & Wine is wonderful for the holidays.  To begin, a seasoning mixture is made from melted butter, thinly sliced garlic & shallots, ground fennel seeds, fresh tarragon & lemony thyme, lemon & orange zest, and coarsely ground pepper. 

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Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies {Topped with Sea Salt}

20 Thursday Dec 2012

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Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies Topped with Sea Salt

I may be a touch giddy today.  It’s 10:55 am on a Thursday and I’m writing this post in my pj’s, gazing into my living room where the tree is a twinkling, the fire is a blazing, the dog is a napping, the coffee is a brewing, and the rain is a pouring down.  And I’m about to make Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies Topped with Sea Salt.  Can you see me smiling out loud?

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Roasted Vegetable Orzo {Featuring Delicata Squash}

19 Wednesday Dec 2012

Posted by in healthy choices, love to cook, pasta, side dishes, vegetarian

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Roasted Vegetable Orzo Featuring Delicata Squash

Roasted Vegetable Orzo {Featuring Delicata Squash}, inspired by this wonderfully delightful recipe from 101 Cookbooks.  As I’ve said many times before I eat with my eyes first and the vision of these beautiful roasted delicata squash is what drew me to this recipe.

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Roasted Tomato Soup {with White Cheddar Cheese Cookies}

18 Tuesday Dec 2012

Posted by in breads, gluten free, healthy choices, love to cook, soups, stews, chili, vegetarian

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Roasted Tomato Soup

Yesterday we, like many other bloggers, observed a moment of silence from what we love to do…..which is talk about food (or crafts, or sewing, or our other various passions).  After a weekend of media overload about an unimaginable tragedy, a little less was much more.  So while we stepped away from our computers to quietly talk about the how could’s and the why’s, we made a simple comfort food dinner.  Roasted Tomato Soup with White Cheddar Cheese Cookies.

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