Does anyone watch Barefoot Contessa? Ina usually roasts a chicken for Jeffrey on Fridays, with potatoes, usually. I wonder if she wears an apron?
Last night I didn’t roast a chicken, but I roasted some potatoes for Scott.
And I made another Cheezy Vegetable Bake
I used Brussels sprouts, peas, and green beans in addition to the other veggies I used in my original recipe.
And the soup I poured over it all before roasting was a can of minestrone I had on hand. Just use what you have! Don’t buy something just special.
It turned out so well.
Who can say no to roasted veggies + cheeze? I know Jenn just made a great brock + cheesey combo.
From my last post about Aprons and Messy Cooks, it was fun to hear who’s messy, who’s neat, who’s in between.
And who remembers to wear an apron? Most of us seem to forget or just skip the aprons. Or, I don’t want to get a super cute apron messy!
If I hadn’t gotten around to playing Ina and roasting any taters or making veggie bakes, Scott will always settle for ice cream. Mint Chocolate Chip is his favorite. My spin on that is Vegan Mint Chocolate Chip Softserve
Questions:
1. Best Thing You’ve Done or Ate so Far this Weekend?
I had a productive day at work, I ran errands Friday afternoon, and got my grocery shopping done for the weekend. I think. Hopefully I don’t suddenly remember I “need” something from the store.
2. Do you watch the Barefoot Contessa, aka Ina Garten?
I used to watch her tons and although she cooks with a ton of fat, butter, gluten, and does.not.skimp on ingredients ($50 worth of cheese and $50 worth of fresh fruit for appetizers for two people kind of not skimping) that woman can cook.
I am inspired by anyone who can cook, and cook well. Even if it’s not how I can or would choose to eat, I have major respect for her. And wish I could have her cook for me one day!
3. Do you watch any Food Network shows? Who’s your fave host or fave show?
I used to watch tons of Food Network before I had a child + FT job + blog + everything else. I feel like I “know” many of the hosts of the shows, i.e. Paula Deen, Giada, Ina, Tyler, Bobby, Sandra Lee, Rachel Ray, Anthony Bourdin. Yes, Food Network, Bravo, and E! were and still are my staples.
Be safe and have a great weekend, everyone!
I love roasted veggies so much…especially brussels. I’m not a huge potato fan though. I find them to be pretty tasteless and if I’m craving that texture, I much prefer the taste of sweet potatoes or other squashes.
I used to watch the food network a lot more than I do now. I loved Nigella Lawson…her laid back attitude and carefree joie de vivre just made me feel happy. And she really loves food and is just so passionate about it. We get a few different shows in Canada also…so there are probably a few shows I used to watch that you’ve never heard of. I also would watch them even though the cooking styles are so different from mine, because it is pretty fascinating what some people are able to come up with in the kitchen.
I used to watch Food Network ALL the time, Ina & Giada are my favorites. However, since I had a baby, tv watching has declined considerably!
I’ll have to try your veggie bake, it sounded DELISH :-)
Cheesy Veggies are YUM. I’m thinking I might need to take a break from the norm tonight.
I never watch the Food Network. I’ve tried, but I’d rather be in my kitchen actually cooking than watching someone doing it on tv.
Wow those veggies look amazing! :)
FoodNetwork, E and Bravo are pretty much the ONLY stations I watch :) It is sad I know but oh well, I like em!
Did you know that Ina had no formal training at all? She used to work in the White House! Haha. I read some bio about her cuz I was wondering how she is so damn successful.
Yes and i believe she owned a catering company. Her and Paula Deen are totally self made with no training. I have seen their Behind the Scenes type stories before…fascinating!
Those roasted potatoes and the cheezy veggie bake look YUM YUM!
I love Ina Garten!! I used to watch her nearly every day! In fact, I used to be glued to the Food Network, I watched just about everything they had on. Since we moved to this house the TVs aren’t noticeable from our office, so I we just listen to the news or cartoons throughout the day, but mainly satellite radio now. I must reunite with my love for Barefoot Contessa and my other Food Network favorites, I used to get sooo many ideas!
Although, I get more than food ideas from Ina: I think I almost convinced Dustin that we MUST live in the Hamptons! hahahaha
I think we all want to live in the Hamptons after watching Ina and have a first name relationship with our grocer, butcher, local milk delivery…it’s like a different world!!
Oh, just sent you a link situation. Ugh. It was in this post that a reader asked for the cheezecake recipe. Have no idea why it was 404’ed.
See here and then try to click cheesecake
https://www.loveveggiesandyoga.com/2011/01/lemon-recipes-when-life-hands-you.html
Very appetizing article!
That veggie bake looks wonderful…have to add that to the “try soon” collection. I love to watch the Food Network, but just like you I rarely have the time. I usually get my fix while on the elliptical or treadmill. I do like Ina – my favorite has to be Giada, I actually made one of her recipes last night. It was the best thing I have eaten this week, along with last night’s dessert – Roasted Butternut Squash & Goat Cheese Pasta and my very own Honeydew-Lemon Granita :)
I wish I could find some good canned soups around here!
This recipe looks so easy and tasty ;)
you dont ‘need’ canned soup. Just add a cup or 2/3rds cup of water with some extra salt and seasonings over the veggies and you’re fine :)
I love Food Network. Even though I’m vegan and try my best to eat a good chunk of raw food, I just love seeing what everyone creates. Giada, Rachael Ray and Iron Chef are my favorites! Now that a new season of cupcake wars with a vegan bakery is coming soon, I can’t wait to watch that, too. I plan on making this cheesy vegetable bake in the VERY near future. It just looks so good!! I can only hope it comes out as good as yours looks :)
Surprisingly, I actually don’t watch much of the foodnetwork!!! I like peruse all of the foodie-blogs instead :) I can actually get to know you guys!!!!
I want to eat your veggie bake right out of my computer screen!! I just have a feeling that if I try to make it myself, it won’t be as nice as yours…
I loooove Ina; I watch her at least once a day (I have the TV on in the background all the time…). She is such an amazing cook and I really enjoy her mild temperament. I rarely get recipe inspiration from her like I do from Iron Chef or from Rachael Ray, but she is def one of my faves.
You had me at ginger! Those potatoes sounds AWESOME!
I LOVE the food network — I haven’t had TV since I moved out of my parent’s place about 5 years ago, but they have cable at my gym, and I always turn it to the food network. Giada DeLaurentis is one of my favorites, and Anne Bartell’s Secret of a Restaurant Chef. The Cooking Channel has some great Indian chefs, too!
This weekend I’m planning on making cookies and, to keep things balanced, a green smoothie. And tonight my husband is making channa masala — his night to cook is Saturdays, and that’s what he always makes — but I don’t complain, it’s good!
This is how out of the loop i am…i never even watch the Cooking Channel. I’d love to see more Indian chefs and Indian food/recipes!
That’s great that we can take the loans and that opens completely new chances.
I watch a lot of cooking shows on the Food Network and Cooking Channel and it’s not a good idea when I’m hungry! :-P I wish there were more vegan shows, but I can still pull inspiration from the non-vegan stuff. The potatoes look great and so does the softserve, yum!
1. Not much yet, just having a relaxing morning drinking coffee, so that’s good I guess. :-)
2. I haven’t watched much of that one yet.
3. Yes, Good Eats, Diners, Drive Ins & Dives and Rachel Vacations to name a few.
I’m dying for some of your cheezy veggie bake!!! It always looks so good, and I really miss my cruciferous veggies. (Give the babe gas). :( So, please enjoy a big serving for me.
I am a complete mess in the kitchen, but never wear an apron. I have several – thanks for the reminder.
Don’t really watch much Food Network, but I do love Diners, Drive-In, and Dives, and yes, Barefoot Contessa can cook. I made some of her brownies once. I think they called for 1 pound of butter and a pound of chocolate. In other words, they were amazing. She also has this really good eggplant spread recipe that I love.
I think every time you come to my site, it’s mandatory I have my cheezy bake up. LOL
Ina’s brownies…I have never made any, the 1 lb of butter and 1 lb of chocolate factor tho sure do guarantee amazing results :)