“Out with the old in with the new.” This age old wish rings true in most every home on New Year’s Eve and Day. Why not welcome in the year proper with the addition of your favorite foods to ensure good fortune? Here are the wondrous 7 to help lead the way. Fish Fish are…
Category: Recipes
Beginnings: Mini Caprese Bites- Margarita Shrimp Cocktail Shots & Baby Chicken & Waffles
Here we have fun, striking and super quick mini accompaniments to your Leftovers Party, cocktail gathering or simply an impromptu get-together. These impressive little ditties go together in a flash, taste AMAZING and aren’t they just simply adorable?! Ingredients: 1 pt. grape tomatoes, halved 10 to 14 fresh small mozzarella cheese balls, cut into thirds…
Want to Spice Up Your Weekend? Have a Leftovers Party!
Want to Spice Up Your Weekend? Have a Leftovers Party! Plan a Christmas leftovers party for a day or two after the conclusion of the Merry Day to avoid wasted or food gone bad. Serve the fare in a similar fashion to the holidays, or create a variety of dishes from the leftovers such as…
Friendship Soup Another Last Minute Gift Idea
Friendship Soup This is a dry soup mix packed with split peas, pearl parley, lentils, onion flakes, barley and macaroni. Just add tomato paste, diced tomato, ground beef, and garlic for a rich and flavorful soup. Makes a wonderful gift! Layer in 1 Quart Jar… Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry split peas 1/3 cup beef bouillon…
Cranberry Orange Oatmeal Pistachio White Chocolate Cookies In a Jar Great Last Minute Gift!
I always loved the idea of giving and receiving layered dry baked goods in a Mason jar. They can safely be tucked away in the pantry for later use, once the sweetness of the Holidays are through and one needs a gentle, delightful reminder of the over and done festivities. Simply print out the recipe,…
Christmas Fare of Film & Song “Figgy Pudding” from “We Wish You a Merry Christmas”
Warm & Sticky Figgy Pudding Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups chopped dried pitted dates 3/4 cup chopped dried figs 2 cups water 1 teaspoon baking soda 7 tablespoons butter, softened 1 cup superfine sugar 2 eggs 2 1/2 cups self-rising flour 2 1/2-ounces dark chocolate, grated Butter, for coating ramekins Ice cream or whipped cream, for…
Holiday Fare of Film & Song! “The Best Pumpkin Pie” From “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”
The Best Pumpkin Pie Few things say “The Holidays” than smooth, creamy, spicy pumpkin pie. I’ve tried many recipes over the years; mostly with the called for condensed milk. All were good, but always needed a mask of whipped cream to be completely palatable. “Why not put the whipped cream ‘in’ the pie?”I thought to…
“Healthier” Garlic Herb Turkey Salisbury Steak with Portobello Gravy
Comfort food with a capital C! Yet, a much healthier, quick and easy version made with lean ground turkey; filled with all of the same goodness of Mom’s version, but with fresh herbs, sliced portabellas and a kiss of spice. Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1/3 cup onion, finely…
Guest Chef Christmas Cookie Exchange! Dolores’ Butterscotch Gingerbread Cookies
Here’s a buttery twist to an all-time classic recipe. The addition of brown sugar and butterscotch pudding not only adds a wonderful depth of flavor, but a special softness to the texture as well. Santa will love a taste test after his descent from your chimney top–remember the milk! The dunk is fantastic! Dolores says, “Whenever…
Northwest Glazed Smoked Salmon: The 30 Minute Marvel
Get to know your food: Did you know that salmon is considered anadromous: born in fresh water, migrate to the ocean, and then return to fresh water to reproduce. They maintain one color when living in fresh water, then change color when they are in salt water. Good to know and makes me tired…
Once Upon a Spice 