Any way the wind blows
October 25, 2009 – 5:25 pmIt’s definitely Autumn.
I know this not only because of the cooler weather or the fact that it’s getting dark soon after I arrive home from work, but because my body has begun to crave my usual roster of autumnal foods. Things with lots of carbs — well, more than my usual intake — like potatoes, Shepherd’s Pie, roasted root veggies, and warm bread fresh from the oven.
This weekend has been filled with lots of comfort food, starting with the crazy-good meat pie I enjoyed while dining with friends at Ned Ludd. I’m sorry to use a cliché, but if loving butter is wrong, I don’t want to be right.
Thankfully, I love this time of year. It’s about spending time at home, being warm and snuggly, while enjoying a mug of something warm…or something that makes you feel warm inside.
For this weekend’s Shepherd’s Pie, I used lamb, carrots, onions, and parsnips. I also had peas, but as I was putting the pan into the oven, I realized I’d forgotten to add them in. D’oh! But it’s OK as I can use them later in the week when I cook up the chickpeas with an Indian simmer sauce.
I cheated on the broth opting for the canned variety and adding in some parsley.
Even Wilson got some non-seasoned lamb…
After topping the filling with homemade cheesy mashed potatoes and putting it in the oven for a bit, comfort food awaits!
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2 Responses to “Any way the wind blows”
Yum! I love fall. 50% for the colors. 50% for the weather. Oh! 50% for the wardrobe change. And another 50% for the foods! I’ll have to make this; I’ve been trying to find a way to bring lamb into my diet again!
By WonderSpot on Oct 26, 2009
The Shepherd’s pie turned out really well and I always love foods that taste better the next day as the flavors get more comfy with one another.
And I agree on the wardrobe change! Cute boots, warm tights, cute sweaters, and less chance of me being a sweaty mess because the temperature barely gets over 50 degrees. Yep, I love this time of year.
By DimpleAndASmirk on Oct 26, 2009