Holidays / Entertaining, Nostalgia, Snacks

Dirty Bird Sandwiches

November 30, 2008

While piecing together our Thanksgiving leftover sandwiches Friday evening CK and I had an impassioned discussion over the correct technique for creating a true snacking masterpiece. I’m a steadfast fan...

Appetizers, CK Cooks, Desserts, Holidays / Entertaining, Nostalgia

CK Cooks: Aunt Kara’s Ambrosia

November 27, 2008

Thanksgiving is the premier holiday for the Kelly family, and for as long as I can remember my favorite part of the meal has always been Ambrosia. This admittedly strange...

Contests / Giveaways

An Erin Cooks Contest: The Good Life Duo

November 26, 2008

Congratulations Emily! You were “lucky number” 44. You’ll be receiving the “Pink and Cheesy Party Duo” that includes Great Party Fondue and Party Confidential: New Etiquette for Fabulous Entertaining in...

Beverages, Holidays / Entertaining, Products

Go Green with Beaujolais Nouveau

November 22, 2008

CK picked up our annual supply of Beaujolais Nouveau last night at Best Cellars. I was a little taken aback when I pulled the bottles out of the bag and...

Contests / Giveaways

An Erin Cooks Contest: The Pink and Cheesy Party Duo

November 21, 2008

Over the next few weeks I’ll be giving away 5 sets of brand new cookbooks, direct from the Erin Cooks bookshelf, that I’ve grouped into cute themes. Don’t worry I’ll...

Holidays / Entertaining, Links, Products, To Buy / To Try

Erin Cooks the Internet: November 20, 2008

November 20, 2008

Before everyone starts throwing things at me for posting something holiday related prior to Thanksgiving, I just want to note that a little pre-holiday prep never hurt anyone. So let’s...

Dinner, Pasta / Grains

Mac and Two Cheeses with Caramelized Shallots

November 19, 2008

Much like my cookies, I like my Mac and Cheese to be rich, thick, and creamy. This recipe is more like a thin and crispy cookie, but I can still...

Baked Goods, Breakfast, Disasters, Muffins

Cornmeal and Bacon Muffins

November 17, 2008

Pretty right? Too bad I didn’t try them before I made this great breakfast tray for CK and I to enjoy. While edible and flavorful my corn muffins with bacon...