In typical DC fashion, we jumped from unseasonably cool to 90 degrees this past weekend. Toddler in tow, I made it out to the markets a little earlier this time and successfully obtained my two wishlist items: ramps and asparagus. At the Old Town Alexandria market, the khaki-colored umbrellas of Bigg Riggs farm were a […]
At Market: West Virginia Ramp Crepes
April 30th, 2009 · 8 Comments
Tags: at market · eatLocalDC · farmers market news · NoVA Locavore · recipes
Lamb and Leek Stew
April 10th, 2009 · 2 Comments
Did you know that lamb is one of the healthier red meats? It’s high in B vitamins, zinc and iron and half its fat is unsaturated. Its tenderness also makes it easier for young toddler palates, who tend to be more sensitive to tougher meats. Of course, it is also more expensive, particularly if you’re […]
Recycled Recipes, Asparagus-Chive Quiche
April 10th, 2009 · 2 Comments
Asparagus may be a few weeks away still here in the DC/NoVA area, but Diane’s new “Friday Foodie Fix” event with the secret ingredient eggs seemed like the perfect reason to pull this recipe out of the archives. Perfect for a spring Sunday morning… Recipe: Spring Asparagus-Chive Quiche Ingredients: 1 9-inch pie crust 4 eggs […]
Baked Macaroni and Cheese
March 31st, 2009 · 12 Comments
Between our home-delivered farm-fresh milk and the cheese addiction my toddler shares, we consume a lot of (hormone-free) dairy products in our house. A favorite way to use up the assorted bits and ends of cheeses in our cheese drawer is my baked macaroni and cheese, with roasted red peppers. I don’t believe in hiding […]
Tags: dairy · pasta · recipes · sustainable family supper
Banana Oat Bran Pancakes
February 12th, 2009 · 5 Comments
Heart-shaped pancakes are something of a Valentine’s tradition in the FoodieTots’ home. I’ve been experimenting with a banana bran batter that provides a fiber boost while staying light and fluffy. The toddler loves to help make pancakes and as you can see, was quite pleased with this recipe. Best served with fresh fruit and topped […]
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