Week of October 16

We are having family stay for several days, so I've put together meals I can make in advance of their visit.  You may recognize some of these from my prior posts.

Macaroni Gratin

This is a great make-ahead meal.  Just bake before serving.  I really like the recipe in The Balthazar Cookbook.  Check out the recipe here:  http://leitesculinaria.com/1703/recipes-macaroni-and-cheese.html

Parmesan Chicken

This is fast and easy.  Here's a link to Ina Garten's recipe:  http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/parmesan-chicken-recipe/index.html

Vegetarian Chili with Cast Iron Cornbread

This includes orange and cumin for a unique and delicious take on vegetarian chili.  You can find the recipe I love at:  http://www.food.com/recipe/vegetarian-black-bean-chili-with-orange-cumin-358548

The cast iron cornbread I've made several times now.  It's yummy!  Here a link to my favorite recipe:  http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alexandra-guarnaschelli/cast-iron-skillet-corn-bread-recipe/index.html

Pancakes with Cheese and Mushrooms

This is a favorite of mine by Raymond Blanc.  Find the recipe at:  http://www.raymondblanc.com/Portals/14/docs/SpinachGruyerePancakes.pdf


Pasta, Pesto and Peas

This is a great Ina Garten standby that I pull out for lunches when I have guests staying a while.
Go to:  http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/pasta-pesto-and-peas-recipe/index.html