Author Archives: Sandy

Dill Pickles

Posted on February 10, 2010 by Sandy

My mother made wonderful pickles.  I remember one year she had tasted the neighbors pickles and enjoyed them so much, she used the neighbors recipe.  They turned out way so sour, too much vinegar.  She was so disappointed!  I remember … Continue reading →

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Eggplant Parmesan – Parmigiana di Melanzani

Posted on February 4, 2010 by Sandy

1 1/2 pounds eggplant, peeled and cut in 1/2 inch slices Salt Flout 1/4 to 1/2 cup olive oil 2 cups your favorite pasta sauce 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced 1/2 cup freshly greated Parmesan cheese Preheat oven to … Continue reading →

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Meatloaf Sandwich

Posted on January 11, 2010 by Sandy

Came home yesterday and all the meatloaf was gone!  I had my mind set on a meatloaf sandwich. A bit of mayonnaise on fresh Sheepherder’s White Bread, dill pickle slice and you have a very fulfilling sandwich – a manwich.  … Continue reading →

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Crispy Oven Roasted Potatoes or Root Vegies

Posted on January 10, 2010 by Sandy

.Potatoes – Golden, Red or Russetts (all work well) Chop into large cubes Olive Oil Herbs (Rosemary is good) , Salt and Pepper Roast in 400 degree oven for 40 minutes. Turn over as needed. I love potatoes and these … Continue reading →

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Honey Whole Wheat Bread

Posted on January 3, 2010 by Sandy

Hodgson Mill’s recipe  Ingredients 1 1/8 c warm water (110 degrees F.) 3 Tbsp. honey 1/3 tsp salt 1 1/2 c HODGSON MILL WHOLE WHEAT GRAHAM FLOUR 1 1/2 c HODGSON MILL BEST FOR BREAD FLOUR 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil … Continue reading →

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Blue Cheese Ceasar

Posted on January 3, 2010 by Sandy

Blue Cheese Caesar Salad Cold greens and dressing on a warm, crunchy crust. Who could resist? You can make the dish more substantial with the addition of grilled chicken or shrimp. Ingredients Serves: Serves 6 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar 2 … Continue reading →

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Roasted Carrots and Parsnips with White Balsamic

Posted on December 5, 2009 by Sandy

This is simple and pleasing to the eye and good eats… 2 1/4 pounds medium parsnips, trimmed, peeled, cut into 3 inch x 1/2 inch sticks. 1 1/2 pounds of medium carrots trimmed and peeled.  (Cut into same size as … Continue reading →

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Ceasar Salad

Posted on November 29, 2009 by Sandy

Baby romaine lettuce Shredded Parmesan Cheese Butter and Garlic Croutons Toss lettuce with Ken’s Creamy Ceasar add parmesan and croutons. Serve immediately. Salt and Pepper to taste. To kick it up, add a little anchovie paste or hot mustard to … Continue reading →

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Ham, Parmesan and Pear Salad

Posted on November 29, 2009 by Sandy

Simple and Delicious.  Thinly sliced ham Thinly sliced parmesan Thinly sliced pears Garnish  with Arugula leaves Top with toasted pine nuts Drizzle with extra Virgin Olive Oil Garnish with cracked pepper

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Curly Pasta Salad

Posted on November 29, 2009 by Sandy

Cook pasta and chill.  Add veggies, meat scraps and lettuce you have on hand. Salt and Pepper to taste. Toss with Girard’s Light Champagne Vinegarette or go greek or go asian. Diced onions celery apple Arugula Bell Peppers Greek:  Tomatoes, … Continue reading →

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