Farfalle Puttanesca!

I will give anyone a quarter who can say Farfalle Puttanesca ten times fast. This dish is typically called Spaghetti Puttanesca however, I was out of spaghetti noodles and decided upon Farfalle instead. It is a Mediterranean representing the salty (hence the olives and capers) attributes of Italian cuisine, that just sounds really fancy. We are pasta fanatics here at the farmstead, so this entree suited our taste buds quite eloquently.

For more information regarding this recipe please click HERE.

Enjoy,
Farming Fabulously

Super Bowl Commericals....

Billions of people nation wide tuned into the Super Bowl this year, watching the battle between the New Orleans Saints and Indianapolis Colts. The Saints prevailed, but not without a fight.

Now lets get to the true magic of last evening, the commercials. I always look forward to watching American creativity at its best, so highly anticipated endorsements really trip my trigger. It seems as though E-Trade never fails to disappoint, with their elaborate displays of Baby drama. Portraying the adorable innocence of a baby, showing just how easy it is to invest for your future. Props to you E-Trade.

Commercial is COMPLIMENTS of YouTube.

Sincerely,
Farming Fabulously

The Finished Product!

My apologizes for not posting this yesterday, as time simply got away from me. With that said, I would like to introduce to you the farmsteads new horse barn. As you can see by the expressions on the horses faces, they are thrilled to be in their new home.



They have settled in quite nicely, adjusting their new lavish lifestyle. After all, becoming pampered daily takes some getting accustomed to. But they are managing.






Sincerely,
Farming Fabulously


Program Note: No piglets allowed!

Italian Mozzarella Wings

Here is yet again another winning appetizer to please your more traditional party guests. We have our focus today on the might chicken wing. This method of preparation is relatively easy. Prior to your basic breading technique, you put a slit in the meatiest part of the wing, then insert a cube of mozzarella (you can buy pre-cubed mozzarella at your local grocery store), tucking it into the skin. Then dip into egg mixture and onto breadcrumbs (I would recommend Panko). Using the dipping sauce of your choice.

For more information regarding this recipe please click HERE.

Enjoy,
Farming Fabulously

Program Note: Tomorrow you will be getting a break from the "Recipe Madness", the I have bestowed upon you.

Spinach and Artichoke Mac and Cheese

For those of you attending a Super Bowl extravaganza and are asked to bring a side dish, you should try this Spinach and Artichoke Mac and Cheese. It is a delightful fusion of two American favorites, Spinach and Artichoke dip and Macaroni and Cheese. You really can not go wrong with this comforting lateral platter. Infact, this recipe was considered the top 10 for 2009, on most wanted side dishes.

For more information regarding this recipe please click HERE.

Pictured below is a past appetizer recipe, for more information regarding Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, click HERE.


You can find more of the Farmstead recipes by clicking HERE. Or there is a permanent link on the right hand column, look for the blue recipe box and click on it.

Enjoy,
Farming Fabulously

Mushrooms Stuffed With Brie

With the Super Bowl fast approaching, I will be focusing solely on highfalutin recipes that you would be honored to serve at your Pre-Game, Game-Time, and Post-Game shindigs this week. These recipes will not be your average; Velveeta cheese dip, taco dip, salsa, pizza, ect.. I will be attempting to score a touchdown with some new innovative concoctions. So tighten up your saddles cowboys and cowgirls, and enjoy this exciting recipe ride.

Here at the farmstead we occasional like to indulge our selves with mushrooms! Yes, we are lovers of the plant like organism that lacks chlorophyll. There is no sham in admitting this truth. Infact, I am proud to introduce this decadent appetizer to you. The meatiness of the mushrooms combined with the rich, creamy brie was a delightful pairing. The herb blend was extraordinarily tasteful, and very appealing to the eye. This was an extremely flirtatious appetizers, meaning you can not have just one.



For more information regarding this recipe please click HERE.

Enjoy,
Farming Fabulously

My First Tooth!

For the last few weeks Baby D has been indicating all of the signs of teething. Constant drooling, wanting to put everything into his mouth, and has been on the irritable side; So we knew that a tooth was going to be popping out shortly. So last week I decided that I would coax our tiny tots tooth along. We discussed what it would be like to indulge in a magnificently moist and flavorful steak (HH is a "Meat & Potatoes Man", surely Baby D will be the same)! I realize that this approach was extremely unethical, because a infant with only one tooth could not properly chew a steak nor would his tiny digestive tract be able to fully handle it yet. But I felt as though desperate times called for desperate measures. He has since forgotten all about our steak discussion, and is now concentrating solely on a plush football that he can bite down on.

Sincerely,
Farming Fabulously

How To Get Yo' Man To Eat Leeks!

Whenever I am scouring through our local convenient store, I hunt for produce that smells and looks immaculate. Recently I came across some gorgeous looking Leeks. So I decided to test my culinary skills and concoct a recipe to enhance this pungent ingredient to HH's liking. Now a Leek is similar to an onion, but milder and is less bitter then a scallion. Using this knowledge to my benefit, I created this side dish for my "Meat & Potato Man"

Leekalious Hashbrown Casserole

5 Pieces Of Bacon
1 Leek (Chopped, Cleaned)
1/2 Onion
1 tsp Garlic
3 Cups Hashbrowns
1 tsp Garlic Salt
1 Can Cream Of Celery
1-2 Cups Cheddar Cheese
S & P to taste

Fry Bacon on medium heat in a skillet until brown. Place bacon on a paper towel, and discard 1/2 of the grease, leaving the rest of the yummy goodness to baste with the leeks, onion and garlic. Once the onions and leeks turn translucent, remove from heat. In a large mixing bowl add Hashbrowns, Cream of Celery, Crumbled Bacon, Garlic Salt, S & P, and leek mixture. Stir everything together and place into a greased baking dish. Bake @ 350 degree's for approx 1 hour.

Enjoy,
Farming Fabulously

Beef Stew With Mushrooms; Oh So Comforting!

I relish myself on continually experimenting with new cuisines. Tampering with an aray boastfully pure and decadent ingredients. Yet, I always seem to be driven back towards the Ol Reliable Comfort Foods. This entree, was extremely rich in that "Winter Time Soothing Flavor". You know, that almost solace feeling that consumes your inner palette after embracing a warm meal in the dead of winter. That my friends, is the way I felt after daintily devouring this comforting meal.

I followed the recipe almost exactly...
After all of the ingredients were cooked, the meat was just slightly browned and all of the yummy brown bits were removed from the bottom of the pan. I poured the entire mixture into the crockpot. Cooking it low and slow for 2-3 hours (until meat was falling apart). Be sure to keep some Beef Broth on hand, if it becomes too thick for your liking, adding the broth will help to thin it out. Either cooking method will work wonderfully.

This recipe derived from Fabulous Pioneer Woman! I enjoy trying her dishes and I am always intrigued by her riveting tales surrounding her wild west lifestyle.

For more information regarding this recipe, please click HERE.

Enjoy,
Farming Fabulously

Program Note: Recently we have unexpectedly inherited another Canis lupus familiaris, more commonly referred to as a dog. We need a name for this fluffy 4 legged friend. I will be posting a picture of her and with your creative juices flowing, come up with a clever name.

This Is Not An Illusion.

For reasons unbeknownced to me, Baby D prefers to lay in some cockeyed positions. How can this be comfortable? Yet he is determined to "sprawl out", like this on a daily basis. Should I be concerned? Is this a sign of something interesting to come? Maybe he is trying to show us what is future occupation will be; Perhaps a limber chimney sweeper? Whatever the case, we continue to be baffled by his awkward use of his limbs.

Sincerely,
Farming Fabulously

Layered Mexican Bake

Everyone at the farmstead loves Mexican Cuisine! So when I happen to stumble upon a quick and easy Mexican dish, I jump on the opportunity to prepare it for them. Only few ingredients are needed to prep this dish. And, this particular entree can be made ahead of time and heated up at your desired dinner time. If you decided to double this recipe (as I did) you can also freeze this Layered Mexican Bake for later consumption.


For more information regarding this recipe please click HERE.

Enjoy,
Farming Fabulously

He's Got Arms, He Still Can't Use Them!

I Wanna Be A Cowboy Baby!

Yes I know, every mothers dream is for her son to grow up to become a rough and ready cowboy. Yearning for the day when he will be able to ride his first steed merrily throughout the countryside. Sporting only his Ariats, raggedy Stetson and Wranglers. Ready to rope any misguided cow into the proper direction. Horse whispering his way through millions of young colts. Never backing down from any unsuspecting bronc. Always willing to help clean horse stalls at his mothers beckon call.

Alas, this is a fantasy that his mother would want him reenact. Whether or not he chooses this road in life is his prerogative. However, I have a sneaky suspension that he will lean towards all things with engines.

Sincerely,
Farming Fabulously

Program Note: Horse Barn is completed, will be posting shortly.

Mussels in Dill Sauce

It is time to expand your culinary taste buds! I am a seafood lover who is continually searching for new recipes to try.

When we were in Wisconsin, I purchased a bag of fresh mussels that was recently shipped in from the east coast. Burnstads European Restaurant & Pub has just revamped their dinner menu, one of the entrees is steamed mussels (I indulged myself 3 times). The mussels were so tasty, marinating in a rich cream sauce. I just had to recreate it to the best of my ability. Best enjoyed with a robust glass of Pinot Grigio!



Here is a peak of the reconstructed Dinner Menu. You can then salivate in private. So Divine!

For more information regarding this recipe please click HERE.

Enjoy,
Farming Fabulously

Baby D's Food Complex....

We have been rotating baby foods for sometime. And with now fully developed taste buds, Baby D has is determining what flavor combinations he likes and what he does not care for. Thus far he does not appear to be a picky eater. However, he prefers everything that enters his mouth to be room temperature. This includes all baby food and even his bottle temperature, if it is too warm, he will turn up his nose and wants nothing to do with it. Odd?

Recently I have been entering the realm of making my own baby food for our tiny tot. I plan on sharing those recipes with you up coming posts.

Sincerely,
Farming Fabulously