The Joy of Cooking

I spent today in the kitchen, as I like to spend many Sundays this time of year.  I love filling the house with the smells of treats baking in the oven and a special dinner that cooks all afternoon.

My hope is that I’m creating great memories for the kids as they are there in the kitchen helping me throughout that day.

First order of business, pumpkin bread. 

Next up, Ragu.   This is Chidozie’s specialty, but I have taken it on and have come close to mastering the recipe myself.

Onions, celery, carrots, and prosciutto. 

Getting those all happy together with some wine,

Adding milk,

 

then, adding tomato puree and beef stock.  Only 2 1/2 hours till food bliss.

In the meantime, it’s pie time.  Here’s Ian & Hannah with the pie scraps making a special treat.

The pie before it heads into the oven.

The ragu is done, so it’s time to eat…