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Southwestern Red Rice

A great side to accompany great meals from the grill. [more]

Grandma’s Corn Flake Chicken (Revisited)

I say “revisited” because this is oven baked and a few revisions have been made. I use Dijon mustard instead of the bright yellow mustard that my grandmother used (she must have liked yellow, … [more]

Chinese Crab and Corn Chowder

This is a delicious fast and easy soup to make. Great for starting any meal. Serves about 8. [more]

Homemade Ploughman’s Mustard

A great, sturdy, home-made mustard that will stand up to any sausages, meats, or cheeses. Makes about 2 cups. [more]

Minted English Pea Soup

This is a great soup anytime of the year. Even with buttermilk, it is only 4 grams of fat per serving. Serves about 6. [more]

Potato and Leek Soup

There is nothing as comforting as this classic soup. Great for formal and informal meals. [more]

Vegetarian Butternut Squash Soup

This simple soup brings out the true character of the squash. The cream gives it a luxurious palate, but if cream isn’t your thing, it can be omitted for a more rustic texture. This serves about 4. … [more]

Gingerbread Cookies (For Cutouts or Houses)

This, to me, is the quintessential sign of the holiday season. Nothing says the holidays are upon us as the wafting fragrance of gingerbread spices throughout the house. This makes about 24, 5” … [more]

Cranberry Clafoutis

Here is a version just in time for the holidays based on a traditional French custard recipe. The tart cranberries contrast nicely with the sweet custard. This recipe serves about 6. [more]

Pecan Encrusted Grapes

These little cocktail sized cheese balls are delightful when you find that sweet, hidden grape at the center. [more]

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