When the temperatures start dropping, nothing battles the chilly weather quite like a big bowl of soup. Chowder, to be exact. This Italian Sausage and Corn Chowder hits all the right spots. It’s hearty, creamy, and full of warm flavors. With the Italian sausage, potatoes and corn, it’s a meal in itself. Thanks for sharing, Kim!

Have a good Friday, friends, and make yourself something special this weekend!

Do you look forward to making breakfast on the weekend? I love the leisurely pace of it, plenty of time to make something from scratch without simultaneously having to pack lunches or scurry around getting myself—and possibly other humans—dressed. Also, it’s the weekend. Something a little rich or decadent is allowed. I always get excited to have houseguests, because I love waking up a little earlier and making scones or muffins. Typically, family and friends don’t mind being offered something warm from the oven first thing in the morning. Serious hostess points.

Sometimes, though, it’s great to prep a dish the night before and then just pop it in the oven and enjoy some idle time sipping your coffee. Or, let’s be real, doing some laundry, or playing legos with a 6-year-old … just a hypothetical. This Sausage Breakfast Bagel Strata from our wonderful member Justine would be great for company and can be assembled the night before. I love the idea of a breakfast strata made with bagels. Looks darn delicious. Hope you enjoy some yummy breakfasts this weekend!

 
I can’t stop thinking about this recipe from Tasty Kitchen Member Apricosa (Erica). The light filling of cottage cheese, feta cheese, and tomato sounds delicious at this time of year, but it’s the beautiful light green crust—the result of the addition of basil—that really caught my eye. I’ll be trying this over the weekend, as I have tomatoes and basil I need to use. I just love the way it looks, and I can only imagine how delicious it is.

Thank you, Erica, for the gorgeous recipe!

(Check out Erica’s blog Apricosa to peek at her gorgeous cooking.)

Happy weekend, everyone!
P-Dub

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Here's a 20-minute dinner for those busy weeknights, or when you've been playing and shopping and cleaning all day and find yourself without a game plan for dinner.