We didn’t make it to Pazzoria Bakery this year for our panettone bread so I thought, “How hard could it be?” As it turns out, not that hard! After some experimenting I think I’ve got it right. Panettone Loaf For the dried fruit mixture: 1/4 cup each of: Dried Cranberries Dried Currants Golden Rasins Dried …
This is a British derivation on a Swedish recipe created by the Hasslebacken Hotel a few centuries ago. I love that its super simple but looks very fancy. Perfect for my Christmas Eve feast! Hassleback Potatoes Preheat oven to 425 degrees. 12 Yukon gold potatoes of medium size 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Salt & Pepper …
For those who have had a Brussels sprouts related childhood trauma, I’m here to help. Anything followed by “& Bacon” can’t be bad, now can it. Brussels Sprouts & Bacon 1 lb. Brussels Sprouts (fresh) 1/2 pound thick sliced Bacon (about 10 rashers) 1/2 cup Dried Cranberry Freshly ground pepper. Slice a little of the …
This month I’d like you to meet is Sarah Carey. She’s the editor for Martha Stewart’s Everyday Food Magazine. Sarah makes amazingly simple and easy to fix meals. Whether you’re a seasoned pro looking for new ideas or a novice needing basic knowledge, Sarah is your girl! She’s really improved dinner time around my house! …
Who want’s a super easy make ahead Thanksgiving dinner side dish? Mango Ginger Glazed Carrots 2 16 oz. packages Baby Carrots 1 8 oz. jar Mango Ginger Chutney 1/2 cup light Brown Sugar 1 teaspoon fresh Cilantro or Parsley Steam the carrots for 10 minutes or until they are just cooked through. Spread them out …
I think I’ve mentioned before that Halloween is my favorite holiday. Last year I made Blue Cheese Brain Dip and served it up in a full sized skull replica. This year I thought, instead of the traditional meat(loaf) hand, I’d mix it up a bit and serve… Country “hand” pate! I followed this recipe, and …
This, my friends is professional level comfort food! At the same time it’s really easy and you can make it on a weeknight. Cheesy Grits 4 cups Milk 2 cups water 3 tablespoons Butter 2 teaspoons Salt LOTS of pepper 2 cups Corn Grits (I like Bob’s Red Mill) 1/2 cup Cream 1 cup grated …
My friend and her family went crabbing over the weekend and I was lucky enough to receive some of the bounty from their expedition. Oregon Crab Cakes 4 cups Crab Meat (cooked, cleaned and shelled) 1 cup Mayonnaise 2 Eggs 1 teaspoon Onion Powder 2 tablespoons Capers 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning 5-6 dashes Tabasco …
For the past 12 years I’ve relied on this handy template when entertaining. No matter the occasion, big or small, this is the first thing I pull out. A little organization at the start saves frayed nerves on the day. Also, the other benefit is you have a record of what you served last time …
The U-pick season is started and the strawberry patch is in full swing these days, so it seems that pie is in order. Strawberry Amaretto Galette Pie Dough (Store bought frozen or your favorite recipe) 2 cups Strawberries (hulled and halved) 1 tablespoon Sugar 1 teaspoon Corn Starch 1/2 cup Amaretto Cookies (crumbled) Egg Wash …
Kathleen Rear 