Archive for June, 2009

I’ve never been a huge fan of the Jell-O – fruit molds, but when I reader requested a recipe, I had to get down to work. 1 (12-oz.) can crushed pineapple 2 (3.oz.) packages lime gelatin 1 pint sour cream 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped Drain the can of pineapple, but save the juice. Add enough...

6 large potatoes 1 cup chopped onions 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2/3 cup vinegar 1/3 cup water 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1 egg 1/3 cup salad oil 6 strips bacon — cooked to crisp Scrub potatoes and cook with skin on in enough water to cover. Cover...

2 lbs. beef shank 2 cups water 1 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/3 cup celery, diced 1/3 cup carrots, julienne 1/3 cup onions, chopped 1 quart beef stock 3 tablespoons barley 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Add beef shank, water and seasonings to a large pot and...

1 9″ pie shell, baked 1 quart fresh strawberries, washed and hulled 1 cup sugar 3 tablespoons cornstarch whipped cream confectioners sugar Take a little more than half of the berries and mash them in a bowl with sugar and cornstarch. Place the mixture in a double boiler and cook until it thickens...

1 1/2 lbs. mushrooms, sliced 1 cup onions: chopped 3 tablespoons butter 8 cups beef stock or 8 cups water and 4 beef bouillon cubes 4 carrots, peeled and sliced 1/2 teaspoon thyme 1 teaspoon salt (add more, to taste) 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (add more, to taste) In a large pot, saute the mushrooms and...

I have mentioned this deal in the past, but I really must share it with you again… This is a must for anyone who likes to eat out at restaurants. The 80% off deal is back! Until June 15, you can purchase local restaurant gift certificates for 80% off. So for 2 BUCKS you can purchase a $25 gift...

fresh tarragon Tarragon is one of the four fines herbes of French cooking. It adds a wonderful flavor to chicken, fish and egg dishes. Fresh, lightly bruised sprigs of tarragon may be steeped in vinegar to fuse their flavor. 2 whole chickens (2 1/2 lbs. each) 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup extra-virgin...