Shepherds Pie

by Alton Brown

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/shepherds-pie-recipe2.html

Finally I made a great shepherd's pie. I have tried several recipe but they never turned out well for me. Usually the potatoes were soggy and greasy. This meat had very rich flavor, and potatoes were good too. 

Changes:

- added celery and mushrooms

- used beef chuck instead of lamb

- added red wine

Will I make it again? - yes. This will be my staple recipe for shepherd's pie

Salmon Loaf

http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/salmon-loaf

This is a good alternative for a fish dish. The loaf turned out very fluffy. I added capers to the sauce and they went very well with the dish. I like it cold the next day on a sandwich. I tried canned salmon and in a pouch and the canned was much better. The dish still had the canned fish flavor, but it also has some kind of craving effect. I would like to try it with frozen salmon next time.

Will I make it again? - yes.

Asparagus mushroom pasta

Creamy Fartalle with Cremini, Asparagus and Walnuts
By Giada de Laurentiis
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/creamy-farfalle-with-cremini-asparagus-and-walnuts-recipe.html

I love asparagus and eat as much as I can during the fresh season. This recipe includes my favorites - asparagus, mushrooms and nuts. It was a good change from my beloved asparagus and prosciutto pasta, but I still prefer the complexity and richness from prosciutto.

Special Ingredients:
- asparagus
- mushrooms
- walnuts

Will I make it again? - yes.

Swordfish with Citrus Pesto

By Giada de Laurentiis
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/swordfish-with-citrus-pesto-recipe.html

I love fish, and I tried the swordfish for a change. The citrus pesto was a bit orange forward, but pretty good to change things up. I made half recipe, and that was too much. Next time I would make a 1/4th of the pesto recipe.

Special Ingredients:
- orange and lemon
- basil
- pine nuts
- parmesan

Would I make it again? - maybe.

Beef Roast

By Ree Drummond

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree-drummond/perfect-pot-roast-recipe.html

Fall is coming, and we decided to get a chuck beef at the market, together with other fresh vegetables. Ree's recipe is simple and includes all easy to find ingredients. The flavor was rich from beef and wine. Very satisfying home food.

Special Ingredients:

- beef chuck

- red wine (optional)

- beef stock

- herbs (thyme, rosemary, etc)

Corrections:

Next time I would cook at 200-220 F instead of 275F per recipe. It overcooked fast. And must measure the meet temperature, starting in an hour, to be around 140F.

Will I make it again? - maybe. It's a good basic recipe, but I prefer the complexity and twists of Ann Burrell's recipes, or French stews.

Sweet Potatoe Casserole, Gratin Style

By The Healthy Foodie
http://thehealthyfoodie.com/sweet-potato-casserole-gratin-style/

Great combination of fried onion layers and the sweet potatoes with pecans. A great festive dish for a holiday side. Spices and mustard complete the dish with a lot of flavor. I did nit have the rosemary, and will definitely try with it next time.

Maple Bourbon Glazed Salmon with Cranberry Chutney

http://www.halfbakedharvest.com/maple-bourbon-glazed-salmon-wsweet-cranberry-chutney-salt-roasted-potatoes/

Special Ingredients:
- bourbon
- maple syrup
- soy source
- orange juice

- apple
- orange zest
- jalapeno


Salmon rich with complex flavors. I would also like to try grilling. Half of chutney recipe would be plenty. Great flavor and refreshing offset to the richness of salmon. I made the romaine, apple and blue cheese salad on a side with mustard dressing.
I did not have jalapeno, but would definitely try it next time. I forgot ginger and cinnamon, but the chutney still turned out great.

Will I make it again? - Yes. Excellent go to recipe for salmon. Next time I will try grilling.