“This is a great fall recipe, nicely spiced, very heavy and moist. It tastes great on it’s own but even better with vanilla nutmeg sauce. The cake batter can also be made into Apple Muffins, just cut down on the baking time. ” INGREDIENTS 3 eggs, beaten 2 cups sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 1/2… Read more »
Vanilla Nutmeg Sauce
“This sauce goes well with Mom’s Apple Cake and with Apple Dumplings. ” INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon flour pinch salt 1 cup boiling water 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon vanilla nutmeg to taste DIRECTIONS Mix sugar, flour and salt in small saucepan. Add boiling water. Cook on low for 5 minutes until thickened.… Read more »
Garlic Jelly
Looking for something interesting to do with all the extra garlic we have, I came across a recipe for Garlic Jelly in a local wine magazine that was taken from the Bernardin website. The jelly turned out to be very sweet, thanks to 3 cups of sugar, but was very enjoyable on warmed bread with… Read more »
Ginger Soy Dipping Sauce
“Great with pot stickers, chinese dumplings or shrimp.” INGREDIENTS 1/3 cup soy sauce 1/3 cup rice vinegar 1/3 cup thinly sliced scallions (green and white) 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 1 teaspoon sugar DIRECTIONS Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Yield: about 1 cup
Soy Sauce Chicken Wings
“Make a big batch for a party snack. Or use drumsticks or legs and make it meal sized.” INGREDIENTS 6 pounds chicken wings, cut off tips 2 cups brown sugar 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup water garlic to taste DIRECTIONS Wash wings. Rub well with sugar. Lay in single layer in roasting pan.… Read more »
Saucy Chardonnay Chicken and Mushrooms
“Easy enough for everyday but nice enough for entertaining.” INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons flour 1/4 teaspoon salt pinch pepper 6 boneless skinless chicken breast 2 tablespoons each butter and olive oil 1 cup Chardonnay wine 2 leeks, sliced 1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 cup chicken stock 1/2 cup whipping cream (see… Read more »
Greek Tacos
“These are as fun for kids to put together as traditional tacos but offer a different flavour. ” INGREDIENTS 1/4 large onion, finely chopped 3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 red pepper, diced 1 zucchini, diced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound lean ground turkey or ground chicken 2 tablespoon dried greek seasonings 1 teaspoon… Read more »
Easy Chicken With Mushroom Sauce
“An elegant chicken dish yet easy enough for every day.” INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons flour 1/4 teaspoon salt pinch pepper 6 boneless skinless chicken breast 2 tablespoons each butter and olive oil 1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg 1 cup chicken stock (or 1/2 white wine, 1/2 stock) 2 –… Read more »
Chicken Souvlakia
“A tasty BBQ souvlakia. Make extra and freeze uncooked chicken on skewers. Much better than store bought. ” INGREDIENTS 6 boneless skinless chicken 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 cloves garlic, minced DIRECTIONS Cut chicken into 2″ squares.… Read more »
Chicken with Spinach, Feta and Rice Recipe
“This is an everyday version of a family favourite. I also make a richer version, complete with cream sauce when we are entertaining. ” INGREDIENTS 4 – 6 cups spinach, washed 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled 4 single boneless skinless chicken breast 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 2 cups chicken stock… Read more »