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Potato Salad

June 30, 2008 | Posted as Uncategorized at 10:57 pm | (4) Comments »

Ingredients
4 strips bacon
1 pound small red potatoes, unpeeled
1 green onion, sliced
1 boiled egg, chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper
Cook bacon until crispy. Drain, reserving a few tablespoons of the grease, and crumble. Set aside. Place the potatoes in a large saucepan. Cover with cold water. Add a tablespoon of the bacon grease and [...]

No Knead Bread

March 2, 2008 | Posted as Bread Recipe, Uncategorized at 10:41 pm | Comments »

Nothing beats freshly baked bread — but most of us shy away from the task of having to knead it. However, there is a new method that involves absolutely no kneading.
You get a loaf with a crispy crust and lots of holes in the inside. Definitely much better than the store bought variety but [...]

Trip to the Orient

February 11, 2008 | Posted as Uncategorized at 8:40 am | Comments »

Oriental cuisine puts a lot of emphasis on presentation. In the East, meals are spiritual acts: as you take in the nourishment from Nature, you become one with it. That harmony must be reflected in the way the food is served.
Luckily food aesthetics is pretty easy to achieve . Invest in high quality plates and [...]

Curry Spice Mix

January 24, 2008 | Posted as Uncategorized at 9:48 am | Comments »

Storebought curry is for wimps. To get authentic Indian flavor, make your own.
2 tablespoons ground coriander
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground cardamom
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Combine all ingredients. Stir well. Store in an airtight container. Use [...]

Sequel Soup

January 9, 2008 | Posted as Beef- It's What's For Dinner, Quick Meal Ideas, Recipe, Tid Bits & News, Uncategorized at 1:07 pm | Comments »

This soup uses holiday leftovers (hence the word sequel) — but your family will never know! It’s delicious, hearty, and perfect for the chilly January weather.
Ingredients:
1 large onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups chopped, cooked chicken, turkey or ham
1 cup cooked rice
1/2 cup frozen peas
Up to [...]