Thanksgiving ideas?

In article said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I have
a slow cooker, if that helps.

Make your own glaze. You can use Splenda instead of some or all of the
sugar/honey. And you'll know exactly how much there is, so you can
figure out your carbs.

Quoted message said:

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed potatoes
and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make, especially the
simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato substitute make out of
cauliflower?

Green beans with slivered almonds (or without!).

As for cauliflower, google for "fauxtatoes". There are lots of recipes
out there.

You can make pumpkin custard (aka crustless pumpkin pie). You buy a can
of pumpkin puree (not the pumpkin pie filling). There's a recipe on the
can. Ignore the crust, and substitute cream for the condensed milk and
Splenda for the sugar. I brought some to a Halloween potluck at work,
and had non lc'ers ask me for the recipe.

--
"[[censored]] has very definite opinions, and does not suffer fools lightly.
This, apparently, upsets the fools."
---BB cuts to the pith of a flame-fest

In article said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I have
a slow cooker, if that helps.

Make your own glaze. You can use Splenda instead of some or all of the
sugar/honey. And you'll know exactly how much there is, so you can
figure out your carbs.

Quoted message said:

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed potatoes
and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make, especially the
simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato substitute make out of
cauliflower?

Green beans with slivered almonds (or without!).

As for cauliflower, google for "fauxtatoes". There are lots of recipes
out there.

You can make pumpkin custard (aka crustless pumpkin pie). You buy a can
of pumpkin puree (not the pumpkin pie filling). There's a recipe on the
can. Ignore the crust, and substitute cream for the condensed milk and
Splenda for the sugar. I brought some to a Halloween potluck at work,
and had non lc'ers ask me for the recipe.

--
"[[censored]] has very definite opinions, and does not suffer fools lightly.
This, apparently, upsets the fools."
---BB cuts to the pith of a flame-fest

In article said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I have
a slow cooker, if that helps.

Make your own glaze. You can use Splenda instead of some or all of the
sugar/honey. And you'll know exactly how much there is, so you can
figure out your carbs.

Quoted message said:

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed potatoes
and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make, especially the
simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato substitute make out of
cauliflower?

Green beans with slivered almonds (or without!).

As for cauliflower, google for "fauxtatoes". There are lots of recipes
out there.

You can make pumpkin custard (aka crustless pumpkin pie). You buy a can
of pumpkin puree (not the pumpkin pie filling). There's a recipe on the
can. Ignore the crust, and substitute cream for the condensed milk and
Splenda for the sugar. I brought some to a Halloween potluck at work,
and had non lc'ers ask me for the recipe.

--
"[[censored]] has very definite opinions, and does not suffer fools lightly.
This, apparently, upsets the fools."
---BB cuts to the pith of a flame-fest

In article said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I have
a slow cooker, if that helps.

Make your own glaze. You can use Splenda instead of some or all of the
sugar/honey. And you'll know exactly how much there is, so you can
figure out your carbs.

Quoted message said:

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed potatoes
and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make, especially the
simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato substitute make out of
cauliflower?

Green beans with slivered almonds (or without!).

As for cauliflower, google for "fauxtatoes". There are lots of recipes
out there.

You can make pumpkin custard (aka crustless pumpkin pie). You buy a can
of pumpkin puree (not the pumpkin pie filling). There's a recipe on the
can. Ignore the crust, and substitute cream for the condensed milk and
Splenda for the sugar. I brought some to a Halloween potluck at work,
and had non lc'ers ask me for the recipe.

--
"[[censored]] has very definite opinions, and does not suffer fools lightly.
This, apparently, upsets the fools."
---BB cuts to the pith of a flame-fest

Alice Faber said:

In article said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I have
a slow cooker, if that helps.

Make your own glaze. You can use Splenda instead of some or all of the
sugar/honey. And you'll know exactly how much there is, so you can
figure out your carbs.

Quoted message said:

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed potatoes
and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make, especially the
simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato substitute make out of
cauliflower?

Green beans with slivered almonds (or without!).

As for cauliflower, google for "fauxtatoes". There are lots of recipes
out there.

You can make pumpkin custard (aka crustless pumpkin pie). You buy a can
of pumpkin puree (not the pumpkin pie filling). There's a recipe on the
can. Ignore the crust, and substitute cream for the condensed milk and
Splenda for the sugar. I brought some to a Halloween potluck at work,
and had non lc'ers ask me for the recipe.

--
"[[censored]] has very definite opinions, and does not suffer fools lightly.
This, apparently, upsets the fools."
---BB cuts to the pith of a flame-fest

Get a frozen or fresh turkey breast. Smaller, easier to deal with,
and good if you're cooking for 1 or 2.

For the faux mashed potatoes:

2 heads cauliflower
1 Pkg cream cheese
2 Knorr Veg Bullion cubes
Black Pepper

Cut up cauliflower into about 2 - 3" chunks and boil till soft. I
discard the center base piece near the bottom, but use all the rest.
Next step is key. Get out as much of the water as possible. I do
this by first using a masher to press them while they are in a
colander in the sink. Then use a small plate to press on them in the
colander, repeat till most of the water is out.

Place in food processor and add cream cheese, which has been warmed a
bit in microwave to soften. It helps if cauliflower is still
warm. Mix veg bullion cubes with couple Tbsp of hot water in cup and
dissolve in microwave. Add to food processor with some black
pepper. Process till desired consistency. Adjust salt/pepper as
needed. If you use veg bullion cubes, shouldn't need salt as the
bullion has enough. Can also add roasted garlic, fresh garlic,
chives, whatever you like.

The qtys are approximate. I just wing it each time I make them, but
none of this is critical, you can adjust as you like. You can also
use chicken bullion or base instead of veg, but I've found the Knorr
veg product to be be best. Same recipe works with rutabagas too.

You can also make stuffing, using most recipes and LC bread. It
won;t be super low carb, but for the holidays or those nearing
maintenance, etc can be a tasty side dish in moderation.

Cranberry sauce is easy and delicious. Just buy a pkg of fresh
cranberries and follow the recipe on the bag, substituting Splenda.
It's just the berries placed with water, Splenda, orange zest and
boiled for a few mins

Alice Faber said:

In article said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I have
a slow cooker, if that helps.

Make your own glaze. You can use Splenda instead of some or all of the
sugar/honey. And you'll know exactly how much there is, so you can
figure out your carbs.

Quoted message said:

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed potatoes
and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make, especially the
simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato substitute make out of
cauliflower?

Green beans with slivered almonds (or without!).

As for cauliflower, google for "fauxtatoes". There are lots of recipes
out there.

You can make pumpkin custard (aka crustless pumpkin pie). You buy a can
of pumpkin puree (not the pumpkin pie filling). There's a recipe on the
can. Ignore the crust, and substitute cream for the condensed milk and
Splenda for the sugar. I brought some to a Halloween potluck at work,
and had non lc'ers ask me for the recipe.

--
"[[censored]] has very definite opinions, and does not suffer fools lightly.
This, apparently, upsets the fools."
---BB cuts to the pith of a flame-fest

Get a frozen or fresh turkey breast. Smaller, easier to deal with,
and good if you're cooking for 1 or 2.

For the faux mashed potatoes:

2 heads cauliflower
1 Pkg cream cheese
2 Knorr Veg Bullion cubes
Black Pepper

Cut up cauliflower into about 2 - 3" chunks and boil till soft. I
discard the center base piece near the bottom, but use all the rest.
Next step is key. Get out as much of the water as possible. I do
this by first using a masher to press them while they are in a
colander in the sink. Then use a small plate to press on them in the
colander, repeat till most of the water is out.

Place in food processor and add cream cheese, which has been warmed a
bit in microwave to soften. It helps if cauliflower is still
warm. Mix veg bullion cubes with couple Tbsp of hot water in cup and
dissolve in microwave. Add to food processor with some black
pepper. Process till desired consistency. Adjust salt/pepper as
needed. If you use veg bullion cubes, shouldn't need salt as the
bullion has enough. Can also add roasted garlic, fresh garlic,
chives, whatever you like.

The qtys are approximate. I just wing it each time I make them, but
none of this is critical, you can adjust as you like. You can also
use chicken bullion or base instead of veg, but I've found the Knorr
veg product to be be best. Same recipe works with rutabagas too.

You can also make stuffing, using most recipes and LC bread. It
won;t be super low carb, but for the holidays or those nearing
maintenance, etc can be a tasty side dish in moderation.

Cranberry sauce is easy and delicious. Just buy a pkg of fresh
cranberries and follow the recipe on the bag, substituting Splenda.
It's just the berries placed with water, Splenda, orange zest and
boiled for a few mins

Alice Faber said:

In article said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I have
a slow cooker, if that helps.

Make your own glaze. You can use Splenda instead of some or all of the
sugar/honey. And you'll know exactly how much there is, so you can
figure out your carbs.

Quoted message said:

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed potatoes
and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make, especially the
simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato substitute make out of
cauliflower?

Green beans with slivered almonds (or without!).

As for cauliflower, google for "fauxtatoes". There are lots of recipes
out there.

You can make pumpkin custard (aka crustless pumpkin pie). You buy a can
of pumpkin puree (not the pumpkin pie filling). There's a recipe on the
can. Ignore the crust, and substitute cream for the condensed milk and
Splenda for the sugar. I brought some to a Halloween potluck at work,
and had non lc'ers ask me for the recipe.

--
"[[censored]] has very definite opinions, and does not suffer fools lightly.
This, apparently, upsets the fools."
---BB cuts to the pith of a flame-fest

Get a frozen or fresh turkey breast. Smaller, easier to deal with,
and good if you're cooking for 1 or 2.

For the faux mashed potatoes:

2 heads cauliflower
1 Pkg cream cheese
2 Knorr Veg Bullion cubes
Black Pepper

Cut up cauliflower into about 2 - 3" chunks and boil till soft. I
discard the center base piece near the bottom, but use all the rest.
Next step is key. Get out as much of the water as possible. I do
this by first using a masher to press them while they are in a
colander in the sink. Then use a small plate to press on them in the
colander, repeat till most of the water is out.

Place in food processor and add cream cheese, which has been warmed a
bit in microwave to soften. It helps if cauliflower is still
warm. Mix veg bullion cubes with couple Tbsp of hot water in cup and
dissolve in microwave. Add to food processor with some black
pepper. Process till desired consistency. Adjust salt/pepper as
needed. If you use veg bullion cubes, shouldn't need salt as the
bullion has enough. Can also add roasted garlic, fresh garlic,
chives, whatever you like.

The qtys are approximate. I just wing it each time I make them, but
none of this is critical, you can adjust as you like. You can also
use chicken bullion or base instead of veg, but I've found the Knorr
veg product to be be best. Same recipe works with rutabagas too.

You can also make stuffing, using most recipes and LC bread. It
won;t be super low carb, but for the holidays or those nearing
maintenance, etc can be a tasty side dish in moderation.

Cranberry sauce is easy and delicious. Just buy a pkg of fresh
cranberries and follow the recipe on the bag, substituting Splenda.
It's just the berries placed with water, Splenda, orange zest and
boiled for a few mins

Alice Faber said:

In article said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I have
a slow cooker, if that helps.

Make your own glaze. You can use Splenda instead of some or all of the
sugar/honey. And you'll know exactly how much there is, so you can
figure out your carbs.

Quoted message said:

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed potatoes
and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make, especially the
simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato substitute make out of
cauliflower?

Green beans with slivered almonds (or without!).

As for cauliflower, google for "fauxtatoes". There are lots of recipes
out there.

You can make pumpkin custard (aka crustless pumpkin pie). You buy a can
of pumpkin puree (not the pumpkin pie filling). There's a recipe on the
can. Ignore the crust, and substitute cream for the condensed milk and
Splenda for the sugar. I brought some to a Halloween potluck at work,
and had non lc'ers ask me for the recipe.

--
"[[censored]] has very definite opinions, and does not suffer fools lightly.
This, apparently, upsets the fools."
---BB cuts to the pith of a flame-fest

Get a frozen or fresh turkey breast. Smaller, easier to deal with,
and good if you're cooking for 1 or 2.

For the faux mashed potatoes:

2 heads cauliflower
1 Pkg cream cheese
2 Knorr Veg Bullion cubes
Black Pepper

Cut up cauliflower into about 2 - 3" chunks and boil till soft. I
discard the center base piece near the bottom, but use all the rest.
Next step is key. Get out as much of the water as possible. I do
this by first using a masher to press them while they are in a
colander in the sink. Then use a small plate to press on them in the
colander, repeat till most of the water is out.

Place in food processor and add cream cheese, which has been warmed a
bit in microwave to soften. It helps if cauliflower is still
warm. Mix veg bullion cubes with couple Tbsp of hot water in cup and
dissolve in microwave. Add to food processor with some black
pepper. Process till desired consistency. Adjust salt/pepper as
needed. If you use veg bullion cubes, shouldn't need salt as the
bullion has enough. Can also add roasted garlic, fresh garlic,
chives, whatever you like.

The qtys are approximate. I just wing it each time I make them, but
none of this is critical, you can adjust as you like. You can also
use chicken bullion or base instead of veg, but I've found the Knorr
veg product to be be best. Same recipe works with rutabagas too.

You can also make stuffing, using most recipes and LC bread. It
won;t be super low carb, but for the holidays or those nearing
maintenance, etc can be a tasty side dish in moderation.

Cranberry sauce is easy and delicious. Just buy a pkg of fresh
cranberries and follow the recipe on the bag, substituting Splenda.
It's just the berries placed with water, Splenda, orange zest and
boiled for a few mins

"em" <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:[email hidden]...

Quoted message said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I
have a slow cooker, if that helps.

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed potatoes
and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make, especially the
simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato substitute make out of
cauliflower?

Why not cook a turkey? It's great as long as you don't get bored with it...

Mashed cauliflower is great as long as you get the seasonings right.

I'll probably just do ribs or steaks on the barby.

"em" <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:[email hidden]...

Quoted message said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I
have a slow cooker, if that helps.

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed potatoes
and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make, especially the
simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato substitute make out of
cauliflower?

Why not cook a turkey? It's great as long as you don't get bored with it...

Mashed cauliflower is great as long as you get the seasonings right.

I'll probably just do ribs or steaks on the barby.

"em" <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:[email hidden]...

Quoted message said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I
have a slow cooker, if that helps.

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed potatoes
and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make, especially the
simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato substitute make out of
cauliflower?

Why not cook a turkey? It's great as long as you don't get bored with it...

Mashed cauliflower is great as long as you get the seasonings right.

I'll probably just do ribs or steaks on the barby.

"em" <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:[email hidden]...

Quoted message said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I
have a slow cooker, if that helps.

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed potatoes
and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make, especially the
simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato substitute make out of
cauliflower?

Why not cook a turkey? It's great as long as you don't get bored with it...

Mashed cauliflower is great as long as you get the seasonings right.

I'll probably just do ribs or steaks on the barby.

em said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I
have a slow cooker, if that helps.

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed
potatoes and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make,
especially the simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato
substitute make out of cauliflower?

Thanks!

Mike
what the hell happened to c?

Check with your Honey Baked store. Ours will do a spiral sliced ham
without the glaze if you order it in advance.

Gary

em said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I
have a slow cooker, if that helps.

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed
potatoes and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make,
especially the simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato
substitute make out of cauliflower?

Thanks!

Mike
what the hell happened to c?

Check with your Honey Baked store. Ours will do a spiral sliced ham
without the glaze if you order it in advance.

Gary

em said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I
have a slow cooker, if that helps.

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed
potatoes and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make,
especially the simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato
substitute make out of cauliflower?

Thanks!

Mike
what the hell happened to c?

Check with your Honey Baked store. Ours will do a spiral sliced ham
without the glaze if you order it in advance.

Gary

em said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I
have a slow cooker, if that helps.

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed
potatoes and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make,
especially the simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato
substitute make out of cauliflower?

Thanks!

Mike
what the hell happened to c?

Check with your Honey Baked store. Ours will do a spiral sliced ham
without the glaze if you order it in advance.

Gary

em said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I
have a slow cooker, if that helps.

I do a whole bird myself even though this year there will just be two of
us. I do a whole bird several times a year - we like turkey.

That being said, if we didn't, I might do a ham (which doesn't *have* to
be honey-baked - I prefer a whole ham anyway so I have the bone for soup
making later), a turkey breast, a pork tenderloin or a beef roast of
some sort. I like meats that generate lots of leftovers as I'm a lazy
cook.

Quoted message said:

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed
potatoes and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make,
especially the simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato
substitute make out of cauliflower?

Mashed cauliflower is easy enough - cook it until soft, drain it and
mash it with stuff like chives and sour cream or cream cheese.

My menu isn't solid yet.

I am thinking roasted green beans though. They carmelize nicely. You
just toss a pound of fresh green beans with a tablespoon of olive oil
and throw them on a foil-lined pan in the oven at 450 for 10 minutes.
Stir them up, sprinkle with garlic powder and freshly-ground black
pepper and return to the oven for another ten minutes. They come out
rather sweet.

Susan posted on another group about roasting turnips with chunks of
shallots, which sounded really good to me, so I will try that also.

I'll probably also do a pumpkin custard. My recipe is here:
http://ornery-geeks.org/text/cooking/baking/pumpkincustard.asp

--
http://www.ornery-geeks.org/consulting/

em said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I
have a slow cooker, if that helps.

I do a whole bird myself even though this year there will just be two of
us. I do a whole bird several times a year - we like turkey.

That being said, if we didn't, I might do a ham (which doesn't *have* to
be honey-baked - I prefer a whole ham anyway so I have the bone for soup
making later), a turkey breast, a pork tenderloin or a beef roast of
some sort. I like meats that generate lots of leftovers as I'm a lazy
cook.

Quoted message said:

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed
potatoes and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make,
especially the simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato
substitute make out of cauliflower?

Mashed cauliflower is easy enough - cook it until soft, drain it and
mash it with stuff like chives and sour cream or cream cheese.

My menu isn't solid yet.

I am thinking roasted green beans though. They carmelize nicely. You
just toss a pound of fresh green beans with a tablespoon of olive oil
and throw them on a foil-lined pan in the oven at 450 for 10 minutes.
Stir them up, sprinkle with garlic powder and freshly-ground black
pepper and return to the oven for another ten minutes. They come out
rather sweet.

Susan posted on another group about roasting turnips with chunks of
shallots, which sounded really good to me, so I will try that also.

I'll probably also do a pumpkin custard. My recipe is here:
http://ornery-geeks.org/text/cooking/baking/pumpkincustard.asp

--
http://www.ornery-geeks.org/consulting/

em said:

I'm not about to cook a turkey this year, at least not a whole fricken'
bird. I've been thinking about a honey-baked ham, but they add too much
sugar. What's a good simple thing to cook other than steak and eggs? I
have a slow cooker, if that helps.

I do a whole bird myself even though this year there will just be two of
us. I do a whole bird several times a year - we like turkey.

That being said, if we didn't, I might do a ham (which doesn't *have* to
be honey-baked - I prefer a whole ham anyway so I have the bone for soup
making later), a turkey breast, a pork tenderloin or a beef roast of
some sort. I like meats that generate lots of leftovers as I'm a lazy
cook.

Quoted message said:

Also, there's a lot of carby [censored] that goes along with tg, mashed
potatoes and so forth. What are some of the things you guys make,
especially the simple stuff? Also, what's a good mashed potato
substitute make out of cauliflower?

Mashed cauliflower is easy enough - cook it until soft, drain it and
mash it with stuff like chives and sour cream or cream cheese.

My menu isn't solid yet.

I am thinking roasted green beans though. They carmelize nicely. You
just toss a pound of fresh green beans with a tablespoon of olive oil
and throw them on a foil-lined pan in the oven at 450 for 10 minutes.
Stir them up, sprinkle with garlic powder and freshly-ground black
pepper and return to the oven for another ten minutes. They come out
rather sweet.

Susan posted on another group about roasting turnips with chunks of
shallots, which sounded really good to me, so I will try that also.

I'll probably also do a pumpkin custard. My recipe is here:
http://ornery-geeks.org/text/cooking/baking/pumpkincustard.asp

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