Truth be told, these are my favorite types of meal Truth be told, these are my favorite types of meals… platters where you can just pick at them while sipping wine and catching up with a friend. Chances are, if you come over for a meal, you’re getting an assortment of things to nosh on, maybe a mix of homemade appetizers… but just an array of deliciousness you can snack on whilst enjoying the evening. 

I’ve been wanting to make a lox platter for awhile now, so here we are. I sprinkled some Everything But the Bagel seasoning onto smoked lox and then added sliced cucumbers and radishes to the platter along with sliced bialys and crackers. Dipping items are a must so I included hummus and tzatziki. A fun platter just to nibble from, but a bialys sandwich with everything stuffed in it was pretty perfect too. Hope that gave you a little bit of inspo for something you can easily whip up too!
I had planned another type of post tonight, but in I had planned another type of post tonight, but in light of today’s news, it just doesn’t feel right. Some days it can be hard to find the sunshine, especially a day like today. I can’t make sense as to why things like today continue to happen while people spend copious amounts of energy worrying about banning books and drag shows. Make it make sense. Just make it fucking make sense. It doesn’t. You can’t. Until it does, use your voice. Show up to meetings. Sign the petitions. Text ACT to 644-33 to get involved (I did). Be so loud that you can’t be ignored, until things change. Thirteen school shootings this year. When is enough, enough?
Weekend photos in review, old school edition. Cont Weekend photos in review, old school edition.
Context: 1) Lola has zero chill in the car, 2) fulfilling request for Chicken Parm Penne with Vodka Sauce, 3) Sunday vibes 4) my favorite porchetta sandwich 5) from @butlerandtheboard 6) affirmations, 7) the sun was out today
Just like the moon, you’re whole no matter what Just like the moon, you’re whole no matter what phase you’re in. ✨ Got this one back in September and it’s one of my favorites. I sometimes forget it’s there until I get a random flash of it.
Happy #NationalPuppyDay to these two. I used to ca Happy #NationalPuppyDay to these two. I used to call Clifford an asshat, because he basically was. But there’s a new asshat in town… 🙄 Clifford is now a freaking rockstar. His tumor and age have slowed him down a LOT and he virtually never misbehaves, and we are seriously so proud of him. Lola, on the other hand, is still full blown PUPPY. Tonight I’m assembling a gate to replace the wooden one she ate through. 😂 Berners love wood and she is OBSESSED with being in the kitchen. So one new metal gate coming right up as soon as I can figure out how to put it together.
Last week when I met the owners of the new French Last week when I met the owners of the new French bakery in town, I told them how happy I was that they were opening … because now I had an endless source for gifts for my mom’s future birthdays and Christmases. She was born in Paris and we’ve grown up with a healthy appreciation for French things … starting with their pastries and baguettes, but so much more. My daughter took her first trip to Paris last year and thoroughly enjoyed the croissants there and she deemed the ones at @chocolatinenj just as perfect. No surprise there since the owner is a French pastry chef! If you’re local and haven’t been, do make a point to stop in and visit. They’re open Wednesday through Sunday and have a wide selection of sweet and savory items and a few French retail selections as well. We’ve tried the macarons, the Croque Monsieur, the croissants, the tomato tarts, the baguette … basically we’re working our way through their display case in due time. Don’t miss this one - enjoy!
People complain about how much time is spent on ph People complain about how much time is spent on phones sometimes, but if it wasn’t for phones. I wouldn’t have these awesome little snippets of them growing up. I only wish I had more. Appreciate and document the little mundane things, for they are the very fabric of your life.
happy Spring, friends! Y’all know how long I’v happy Spring, friends! Y’all know how long I’ve been waiting for the seasons to change and I’m so excited that Mother Nature was on board today! ☀️ There is nothing like the energy from the sun and it makes me happy. Hope you got some today!
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Buffalo Chicken Pot Pie

March 27, 2008 · Narrative

buffalo-chicken-pot-pie-small.jpgFlaky, golden, piping hot crust.

Tender bites of chicken.

Sauteed vegetables.

Creamy sauce.

Comfort food at the ultimate.

Who doesn’t like pot pie?

The Husband.  And I don’t get it, and I have given up trying to understand why.  He likes all the components separately, but put together?  Not at all. 

I had printed off the recipe for tonight’s dinner and stuck it on the kitchen counter while I went off to do something.  A half-hour later, The Husband declared it was a “boys night out,” but swears he didn’t see the recipe.  

A new Rachael Ray recipe, this Buffalo Chicken Pot Pie comes from her daytime talk show.  Usually the recipes from there aren’t necessarily 30 minute recipes, but this one was fairly close, coming in around 40 minutes.  Considering Madeline was in the middle of the kitchen in her swing and squawking from time to time, I think that’s fairly good.

And the recipe?  Deeeelish.  The Husband is totally missing out.  I used rotisserie chicken, instead of chicken breasts, so was able to skip the first step.  I left out the celery, to save a trip to the grocery store, and just added two extra carrots.  I also cut back on the hot sauce just a smidge.  I know Rachael likes things hot, and I don’t mind a little extra heat, but don’t want to have to wash down each bite with a swig of water either.  Using a little less than the 1/4 cup called for still made the heat definitely present, but totally manageable.  The best part?  The little bits of creamy bleu cheese in the cornbread topping. 

Want more Rachael Ray dish?  Check out my friend Madeline’s site, Everything Rachael Ray, including her Friday round-up.   Madeline, who is about to have her first baby very, very soon, always has the latest tidbits on her favorite Food Network cook. 

Buffalo Chicken Pot Pie
Recipe courtesy of Rachael Ray

  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 pounds), cut into bite-sized pieces (I used a whole rotisserie chicken)
  • 1 large onion, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO), divided
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces (I used 4 carrots)
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped into bite-sized pieces (I skipped)
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 2-1/2 cups chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce (add more if you want more of a kick!) (I used a little less)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 boxes cornbread mix, such as Jiffy brand
  • 2 eggs
  • 2/3 cup of milk
  • 1 cup crumbled bleu cheese

Yields: 6 servings

Preheat the oven to 375º F.

Heat 2 tablespoons of EVOO in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped chicken chunks and sauté them on both sides until golden brown. Remove chicken chunks from skillet and reserve on a plate.  Add another 2 tablespoons of EVOO, the onion, carrot, celery and garlic to the same skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, 5-6 minutes.  While the veggies are cooking start the sauce: In a medium-size sauce pan, melt the butter over medium-high heat then stir in the flour and cook until light brown, about 1 minute. Whisk the chicken stock and hot sauce into the butter/flour mixture and bring it to a boil. Simmer the gravy until thickened, 2-3 minutes.

Return the reserved chicken chunks to the skillet with the cooked vegetables and add the gravy, stirring to combine. Transfer everything to a 9×11″ casserole dish and set aside while you prepare the topping.  In a medium-size mixing bowl, prepare the cornbread according to package directions. Stir the blue cheese crumbles into the cornbread mixture and drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the top of the casserole, covering it completely.  Bake the pot pie until the cornbread is baked through and the filling is hot, 20-30 minutes.

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  1. Patsy Kreitman says

    March 27, 2008 at 9:57 pm

    I’ve never made pot pie, but I love it! I may have to give this a try since winter wants to keep a hold on NJ right now… what a perfect way to warm back up.

    Reply
  2. Barbara says

    March 28, 2008 at 12:15 am

    I love chicken pot pie! I’ve never thought of making a spicy version though. Luckily my husband loves it as well!

    Reply
  3. Maria says

    March 28, 2008 at 5:29 am

    I’ve never eaten pot pie. Strange, I know. The buffalo chicken is calling to me.

    Reply
  4. The Sister In-Law says

    March 28, 2008 at 6:49 am

    Who doesn’t like pot pie? The Sister In-Law (must run in the family). Like my brother, I like all the components separately, but not together.

    SIL

    Reply
  5. Jessica says

    March 28, 2008 at 7:41 am

    Wow that sounds delicious!

    Reply
  6. Kris says

    March 28, 2008 at 9:27 pm

    Can’t wait to try this one

    Reply
  7. Lori Lynn @ Taste With The Eyes says

    March 28, 2008 at 9:32 pm

    I think this is brilliant. We already know the flavors work so well together, to put it in a pie is genius. Rotisserie chicken great idea too…

    Reply
  8. Margaret says

    March 30, 2008 at 9:52 am

    What kind of hot sauce? To me, hot sauce means tabasco, and that is a LOT of tabasco! Sounds great though, I love the idea of bleu cheese in the cornbread.

    Reply
  9. Cate says

    March 30, 2008 at 6:56 pm

    Margaret – I used Frank’s Hot Sauce. Pretty sure that’s her brand of choice too.

    Reply
  10. Christina Gleason @ Cutest Kid Ever says

    August 10, 2009 at 2:58 pm

    I’m with The Husband when it comes to pot pies. I really don’t like my foods all together like that. I was encouraged by the Buffalo Chicken here, but I was ultimately turned off by the cornbread mix and bleu cheese. I may be able to adapt it to my liking though, so we’ll see! (MY husband would be thrilled if I started liking any sort of pot pie!)

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