So Easy, So Good!
Author: Randi Charron
Owner and operator of Randi's Country Kitchen. I live in Vermont, and the recipes posted are dishes that I am actually making that day or made the day before. Actual photos are taken in preparation to make it easy to see the steps. I hope you enjoy trying some of my recipes. I would love to hear what you think. Enjoy and happy cooking!
Randi
Salmon Chowder
Today is fish Friday at our house and although I love to cook, even I sometimes want a quick and hearty meal with little effort. So, I whipped up this salmon chowder that is hearty enough to be a meal in itself. When I buy a whole salmon or a half large boneless skinless fillet,…
Sauerbraten (German Style Braised Beef)
Worth the wait
Montreal Smoked Beef & Cheese Baguette
It’s sandwich night tonight and I wanted to make a Montreal Smoked Beef & Cheese sandwich on a crusty baguette. While my sandwich may not compare to those of Jeff Mauro (“The Sandwich King”), and who is also one of the stars on The Food Network’s The Kitchen, I do my best. We used to…
Braised Chicken Thighs with Golden Greek Pepperoncini
This recipe makes a lot of chicken that is great to have for lunches, the next day, or another meal during the week. I like to save energy by cooking extra to use for our lunches the following day because it also saves time, something we could all use more of. The flavor is fabulous…
Easy Weeknight Rigatoni with Garlic & Fresh Basil
This easy weeknight recipe comes together quickly with an easy homemade sauce that is restaurant quality without the price. My rigatoni recipe was inspired by the large amount of basil that I had growing in my greenhouse in the middle of October. I decided to start using it up before the really cold weather came…
Green Beans with Browned Butter, Garlic, & Pepperoncino
Here is another fabulous recipe for my week of side dishes that pair well with almost any meal and a great addition to your tailgate menu. These beans are packed with flavor and a little heat they reheat and travel well for parties and gettogethers. First, wash and trim 1 lb. of green beans and…
Maple Chipotle Glazed Carrots
Here is another side dish as promised, one each day this week! These carrots are addicting and are wonderful with practically any meal and a cool, or should I say hot, addition to your tailgate party. Roast or steam 2 lbs. of baby carrots until crisp tender. While carrots are cooking, melt 1/2 stick of…
Warm Red Cabbage, Bacon, Balsamic & Walnut Salad
This warm red cabbage salad is a wonderful side dish that can be served warm or at room temperature and is a unique dish to serve at your tailgate party. First, place a 1 1/2 cups walnut halves in a dry pan and toast on med high heat tossing continuously until light golden, being careful…
Herbed Garlic Potatoes Great for Picnics, Tailgating, or for Every Day
This week I will be posting recipes for awesome side dishes that are great for tailgate parties and every day meals too. These herb roasted potatoes are easy to make and then packed in a thermos and will stay hot for hours making them great for tailgating or picnics. First take your thermos (I used…