These little gems can be a wonderful addition to next Thursday’s Thanksgiving meal. A slightly more nutritious alternative to Marshmallow Sweet Potato Casserole (although we see nothing wrong with doing both!), this stuffed acorn squash is as pretty as it is delicious. My Skipper and I will be rafted up with Captain Alex, friends and…
When was the last time someone served you parsnips? Good chance, never. Parsnips are a forgotten vegetable of the 1950’s farmhouse. Before that, a European Renaissance staple. Needless to say, there’s nothing “nouvelle cuisine” about parsnips. But this Galley Pirate is trying to rejuvenate the parsnip’s reputation. They have a distinct aroma and flavor unlike…
So…my cooking/writing/photographer/blogging hero, Ree Drummond, jumped the gun on Turkey Tetrazzini last week. She just had to beat Galley Pirates to the punch. ; ) But our recipes are very different so check ’em both out and let us know your thoughts! This is my skipper’s favorite leftover turkey meal. It’s an easy galley meal. If…
The last thing you’re thinking as you roll out of your berth today is to get back in the galley and cook. Take-out sushi, carry-out pizza…anything but cooking…anything but turkey. But this breakfast recipe might change your mind. Turkey, Sage & Leek Quiche 5 eggs 1 2/3 cups milk 2/3 cup chopped leeks 1 tablespoon…
This is our family’s favorite holiday pie, aside from pecan. The tangy tartness of the prepared mincemeat cuts the rich, creaminess of the pumpkin custard. A big scoop of freshly-whipped cream is all it takes to make it heaven. Your ingredients are a can of pumpkin, all the things that it lists for pie, and…
For a healthy and refreshing alternative to candied yams, try this combination of autumn vegetables which brings out the lighter side of sweet potatoes.