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Mushroom Sliders

Posted on by May 8, 2016

It’s hard to believe that it’s already Super Bowl time, but it is, and this year, I’m expanding on last year’s menu with these Mushroom Sliders. Super Bowl Parties tend to be meat and more meat, with a side of junk food. Of course, there’s plenty of that at my Super Bowl Party, but it’s also nice to provide a veggie option for guests. These Mushroom Sliders are so good, you’ll have to make enough for the omnivores too. Since I already made the brioche for the pulled pork, it’s nice to pick another sandwich that guests can serve themselves. This way I’m watching the commercials and not waiting on my friends. I pile a plate high with all the components and set it next to the crockpot of pulled pork and basket of fresh brioche rolls. This way people can eat when they like. Or they can just snack on the other treats on the menu. Either way, these Mushroom Sliders will disappear so make sure you get one before the party gets started. And don’t wait for the Super Bowl to make these Mushroom Sliders; they’re great during BBQ season, too. … Continue reading →

Mushroom and Kale Tamales

Posted on by May 8, 2016

Of the three different tamales on my Hot Tamale Dinner Menu, these Mushroom and Kale Tamales are my favorites. That is quite the accolade too, because they’re all amazing. The strong mushroom and kale flavor is perfectly balanced against the dark chile rojo salsa. Even when we make all 30 of each kind, and we’re eating them for months, I never get tired of these Mushroom and Kale Tamales. The only modification I make from the original recipe is to omit the cheese and cilantro. While I’m sure they’re really good as conceived, I’ve never made them that way. To be sure, they are plenty rich without the cheese and it’s nice to have options for guests who are lactose intolerant. This is important to me because one of my favorite tamale builders tends to stay away from cheese. I’m glad I skipped it the very first time, because now I make it cheese free every time. So, so good. That’s all you need to say. While tamales are truly a lot of work, these Mushroom and Kale Tamales will make you incredibly glad you put in the time and your freezer is full of leftovers. … Continue reading →

Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup

Posted on by November 3, 2014

Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup is normally a winter soup for me, but since I didn’t share it this winter and we need it to make the Green Bean Casserole for our Midwestern Potluck, I’m sharing it now. The truth is, I don’t know why I think of it as such a distinctly Winter item; it’s certainly delicious year ’round. I love to use lots of mushroom varieties for a dynamic flavor, but any will do the trick if you don’t have access to lots of variety. There’s nothing wrong with plain old button mushrooms. In this version of my Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup, I used oyster, shitake, portabella, and button mushrooms. If you want, you can saute some extra mushrooms and reserve them as a garnish of sorts. Some Hen of the Woods mushrooms would be very dramatic. Aside from the mushrooms, the flavor base comes from all sorts of savory ingredients. Lots of sauteed onions and chili flakes give it depth of flavor. The white wine adds acidity to balance the salt and milk. The fresh herbs and bay leaves add brightness and earthiness and the milk and flour form the creamy base. You can add some … Continue reading →