Archive for August, 2009

Great seafood recipes and wine combinations – Part 27

This compilation of recipes for an appetizer and a main dish make an impressive and very romantic grand slam dinner. To Start, we’ll make Champagne and tarragon oysters that lead up to angel hair with crab sauce.

CHAMPAGNE AND …

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Chinese recipes for a dinner party – Part 9

There are many Chinese food recipes that can be served at dinner parties, and most of them can be modified and made easily in large quantities. This recipe is for delicious Homemade Chicken Stir fry. It takes only minutes to make and will leave …

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Recipes: Chicken fried steak – Part 2

… “chicken” into the name to counteract the unhealthy images brought to mind by the “fried” part. Fast and easy this recipe is a decadant treat! All kidding aside, you can also BAKE chicken fried steak. See notes below for a healthy alternative for …

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Recipes: Chocolate pots de creme

… Chocolate, chopped into small pieces

1 1/2 Cups Heavy Cream

Pinch of Salt

1/2 Cup Baileys Irish Cream

1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla

6 Large Egg Yolks

1 Tablespoon Sugar

Whipped Cream (optional)

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Inexpensive Chicken Recipes

… face it most of us don’t have a lot of time to make dinner with work, kids and soccer practice. So now we need recipes for chicken breasts that are cheap, flavorful, AND don’t take much time.

You’re in luck because I just so happen to …

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Quick and easy soup recipes – Part 6

… minutes, till flavors are blended. Top with cheddar cheese before serving. Makes two portions.

Another quick and easy soup recipe that I’ve perfected over the years is Hamburger Vegetable Soup; it tastes a bit different each time, depending …

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Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Ideas

… salads, pastas and casseroles area all contenders. Even a turkey omelet can find its way into your post Thanksgiving turkey recipes.

South of the border flavors aren’t out of bounds either. A turkey enchilada or burrito is a unique yet …

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The colors of Easter

… , brilliant orange ducklings, and fluffy, white bunnies abound during this season. Now is the time to bring out those favorite recipes and make colorful cookies, and desserts. For many, the pastel shades of the Easter season are one sign of the …

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Recipes: Pot roast – Part 1

… when done. Remove from oven. Add some fresh breadsticks with your favorite beverage, and the meal is complete. Serves 6.

Sources:

I wouldn’t have this recipe if not for my folks.

Sharon Brunn (Mom)

Gary Martin (Dad)

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Quick and easy crockpot recipes – Part 1

… will taste every bit as good as those that are cooked all day in the oven. You can play with this recipe and bacon may be substituted for the salt pork and dry mustard can also be added. There is no way to mess up this recipe, it is perfect every …

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