by Kate Otterstrom | Feb 2, 2023 | 60 Minute Meals, Food
I find that winter is a time that I crave comfort food, and chicken pot pie is classic comfort food. The flaky, buttery crust is the perfect foil for the rich, creamy filling. Here, butternut squash, carrots, and celery or peas join chicken breast in a filling that is...
by Kate Otterstrom | Feb 1, 2023 | Food
4040 am thrilled to have made it to the end of January, which is always a pretty dark and cold month in the Pacific Northwest. We are entering February at a run, of course, since we have school and activities throughout the week. Our weekend will be a little busier...
by Kate Otterstrom | Jan 28, 2023 | Food, Gluten-free Treats, Snacks
3-4 oz toffee 6 cups crispy rice (Malt-O-Meal makes a good gluten-free alternative to Kellog’s) Chop toffee into small pieces. Measure rice into a large bowl. Grease a 9×13-inch pan. 6 Tablespoons butter 10 oz marshmallows Coarse sea salt Place the...
by Kate Otterstrom | Jan 24, 2023 | Food, Gluten Free, Snacks
“Mom! What do we have for a snack? I’m hungry!” I hear this at least once a day, despite the fact that I always make sure to have apples, oranges, carrots, nuts, cheese, tortillas, and bread on hand for quick (nutritious!) snacks. Honestly, it is difficult for these...
by Kate Otterstrom | Jan 8, 2023 | Food, Gluten Free
Every year on New Year’s Eve, we have a tradition of our “Around the World” dinner. This was born of the need to celebrate the new year before midnight when our children were really small. We talk about different countries who have already celebrated the new year and...
by Kate Otterstrom | Nov 18, 2022 | Food, Gluten Free
Charcuterie boards are incredibly popular ways to present appetizers these days. The pops of color and groupings of many delectable treats make them both visually and gustatorily appealing. They are the perfect pre-dinner nosh, unless one of your guests happens to...
