Skinny Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms

December 14, 2015 Amanda Plott

I got this lovely bottle of Gloria Ferrer Pinot Noir that I've had sitting on my counter and staring at me for a couple of weeks now. I've been pondering over what exactly I wanted to pair with it. With the holidays still in full swing, I thought it would be the perfect time to whip up another tasty and better-for-you appetizer that would be perfect for entertaining; sure to make your next elegant holiday party sparkle!

One of my most favorite things to pair with pinot noir is the earthy flavors of mushrooms that only bring out the brambly flavor of this red wine. Many few years back I had started making these spinach and cheese stuffed mushrooms, so I knew that they would be the perfect partner to my pinot noir....

Skinny Crustless Quiche

November 25, 2013 Amanda Plott

Quiche is another perfect way to use up leftovers since the recipe is just so forgiving.

You can use basically any sort of meat or vegetable that you happen to have on hand. Don't have mushrooms? Swap them out for a cup of cooked meat; bacon, sausage, deli ham, it doesn't really matter! You could even swap them for another veggie, like bell pepper...

Red Wine Beef Stew

September 14, 2013 Amanda Plott

When I was growing up, it was all about my mom's infamous beef pot roast. I can't ever recall us having any beef stew though. When I asked her why she never made it, she said it was 'just something she wasn't too fond of'.

Well, I've managed to change her mind with this recipe.

My picky brother even gave me a thumbs-up for this stew! And... I think I only got a thumbs-up because he was busy stuffing his face with the other hand...