stilton blue cheese and apple scones

Dwalin: What is this?

Balin: I don't know. I think it's supposed to be cheese, it's gone blue.

I still have Hobbit fever after watching The Hobbit marathon a few days ago and I wanted to channel some of that into the kitchen.  In a hilarious scene in The Unexpected Journey, Dwalin and Balin raid the shelves of Bilbo Baggins when Balin holds up a wedge of cheese.  Unfamiliar with blue cheese, he tosses it off to the corner thinking it has gone blue. On a side note, who else wants a pantry like Bilbo?

Hobbit or not, these blue cheese and apple scones are amazing.  I find myself typically craving sweet and salty food combinations and this really hits the spot.  Feel free to substitute various dried fruits and other kinds of cheese that you have in you pantry for this recipe.

Apple and Butternut Squash Soup

   

 It's easy to say I've been on a soup kick ever since the weather has gotten a bit chillier.  There really is nothing like a warm bowl of soup with a crusty piece of bread to dip it in.  While making my rounds at my local market a few days ago, it was difficult to ignore the beautiful squash that were available.  

This recipe is so easy! All you honestly need is a cutting board and pot.  I hate fussing with equipment on some days and this recipe is perfect with a cold night when you don't want to be fussing in the kitchen. This soup is great for work the next day as well.  I hope you guys enjoy it!