23 Monday Dec 2019
Posted in Pie, raisins, sour cream
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all-purpose flour, bourbon, cane sugar, cider vinegar, eggs, heavy cream, pie crust, raisins, Spices, vanilla etract
My mother came from a long line of damn fine cooks. Some cooked meat well, others were bakers. I always think of Aunt Mary as a baker. Though I suspect she could make a mean pot roast. She made this pie. It was her little bit of heaven, and it is a culinary delight to behold. Continue reading
27 Saturday Jul 2019
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Salad Dressing, Vegetarian
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cider vinegar, dry mustard, frozen orange juice concentrate, garlic granules, onion, poppy seeds, sugar, vegetable oil
The basic poppy seed dressing recipe has been a part of my repertoire for years. But, The Goddess decided it was time for a change, hence the orange and vanilla. It’s still a little bit sweet and a little bit sharp—it really is the perfect summer dressing. Continue reading
14 Thursday Feb 2019
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cider vinegar, dry chopped onions, garlic granules, horseradish, ketchup, mayonnaise, mustard, pickle beet, Spices, tomato paste
Russian dressing? No. This is really more of a spread or dip. It’s this creamy version that absolutely makes a perfect Reuben sandwich. I love Reuben sandwiches. I think they are my favorite grilled sandwich and largely it’s because of a good, thick schmear of this little bit of heaven. This is pretty decent on a burger and it absolutely makes a roast beef sandwich. Oh, yeah…you can actually dress a salad, with it too! Continue reading
23 Wednesday Jan 2019
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ball park mustard, bell peppers, carrot, cider vinegar, Ground beef, ketchup, onion, Spices, tomato juice, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce
Sloppy Joe’s were always my birthday request when I was but a wee one. I still love them. My mother made hers with tomato soup, but I tend not to use canned soups…I think it might just be a bit of snobbery on my part, because there really was a reason I asked for them every year. They were sublimely delicious! Continue reading
24 Friday Aug 2018
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Potatoes, Salads, Vegetarian
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ball park mustard, Carrots, Celery, cider vinegar, dill pickle juice, dill pickles, dillweed, olive oil, onion, Potatoes
I was eating a dill pickle the other day, and thinking about potato salad. Who knows why? But, that was what I was doing. And the more this thought wandered aimlessly around my head, the more ideas came to me…this salad it the result of that wander. Continue reading
18 Friday May 2018
Posted in Appetizers, Eggs, Gluten Free, Vegetarian
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bacon bits, ball park mustard, black pepper, cider vinegar, eggs, mayonnaise, salt, Spices, Worcestershire sauce
Eggs and bacon go together like…well, bacon and eggs! These are really the basic recipe for deviled eggs. The garnish is up to you, but we like bacon, a sprinkle of fresh snipped chives and tonight, a thin slice of a cherry tomato. The Latin Lover will be happy, as he loves deviled eggs. Continue reading
21 Tuesday Nov 2017
Posted in Apples, Condiments, Gluten Free, Holiday Fare, Make Ahead, Vegetarian
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apple cider, apples, brown sugar, cider vinegar, dried cranberries, ginger root, mustard seeds, Onions, orange zest, Spices, toasted nuts
Anyone you knows The Goddess, knows that her refrigerator is always bursting at the seams. The reason? One word…condiments. Condiments and sauces are where it’s at. It’s such a luxury to have jars of sauces, relishes or chutney tucked away, just waiting to be smeared on crackers, or added to a grilled cheese. Or serve alongside your Thanksgiving turkey, which is a nice change from, or in addition to, cranberry relish. Continue reading
30 Wednesday Aug 2017
Posted in Condiments, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Peaches, Pineapple, Vegetarian
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cider vinegar, Dried Fruit, lemon zest, orange marmalade, Peaches, pineapple, sugar, whole spices
Fruit relishes are a wonderful way to preserve have the summer flavors on the autumn and winter table. I love these with Thanksgiving turkey and don’t get me started on how good this relish is on a turkey sandwich. Not only that, fruit relishes are relatively easy. Continue reading
17 Friday Mar 2017
Posted in Buffet Food, Comfort Food, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Salads, Vegetarian
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broccoli slaw, carrot, celery seed, cider vinegar, lemon juice, mayonnaise, mustard, onion, seasoning, sour cream, white sugar, whole milk
As I mentioned in the post for the Broccoli-Apple Slaw with Cranberries, I’ve discovered broccoli slaw, that mixture of shredded broccoli that lives in the produce department of your supermarket. We really liked that slaw, but it’s not exactly a “classic” slaw. So why not make a more classic version of coleslaw, but using the broccoli instead? Seriously. Why not? We’re flexible, aren’t we and this is just as delicious. Maybe even better. Continue reading
14 Tuesday Mar 2017
Posted in Apples, Salad Dressing, Salads, Vegetarian
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broccoli slaw, cider vinegar, dried cranberries, Garlic, Greek-style yogurt, mayonnaise, mustard, orange zest, Spices, sugar
I picked up a bag of broccoli slaw, when the store was out of regular slaw. I’m so glad I did. I love the stuff, but The Goddess has never met a piece of broccoli she didn’t love. There must be a little Italian blood in her veins, rather than the rumored ice water. Continue reading
