Frosty mornings, cool, crisp air...a certain call for comfort foods to round out the day. Tuesday morning began this way longing for something warm and comforting for the evening meal. I let my thoughts meander around the pantry and fridge for several hours until it finally came to me...risotto! Despite being an Italian dish, I never grew up eating risotto, but have come to love its creamy, aromatic, richness.
For supper, carnival squash risotto, begun with onions, garlic, with the last liquid absorbed being a good white wine. It was delicious served with braised kale. Now what to do with the leftovers:
...again the mind's journey took several twists and turns before settling on...
risotto/kale layered with phyllo dough and plenty of melted butter...
served with a fresh spinach salad liberally sprinkled with cut up apples, olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Another night of warm, comforting food, which tasted just a bit elegant. Served with a good glass of white wine (14 Hands Chardonnay) and warm crusty bread...oh, we eat so well!
1 comment:
Your phyllo entree looks delicious. What a great way to use your kale!
I laughed when I say the 14 Hands Chardonnay, because last night at my Co-op meeting, two board members each brought a bottle of 14 Hands. Guess we all have the same taste in wine!
Hope all is well in the Kickapoo Valley.
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