So the first thing you have to do is come to Moses Lake and go fishing. J.D. is the expert in the family on that subject. Actually , I’m sure any nice , flaky, white fish will work well with this recipe. Getting them fresh from the Lake to the frying pan is a real bonus…
Butternut Squash or Broccoli Soup
So here’s a two for the price of one! Your choice of butternut squash or broccoli soup. Either soup will fit well in the bowl with the Red Pepper soup found on the blog. The presentation is fun. However, either of these soups will stand just as well on their own or in a Print…
Red Bell Pepper Soup
On its own this is an O.K. soup. It really hits the spot when you make this and a pot of Butternut Squash, or Broccoli Soup and pour half and half in a bowl. They won’t mix if you pour them in at the same time so its a great presentation as well as a…
Spinach Dip for Bread Bowl
I know you can find this recipe on the back of the package now, but when my mother first started using it you needed the recipe. Now if they ever quit publishing it we have it. This bread bowl seems to come and go at appetizer parties but it is making a revival right now…
Beer Batter Vegetables
This recipe was given to us by one of our dearest friends, Susan Standish. Just like her, you can always count on it to be one of your favorites!!! I know we are trying to avoid fatty, fried, foods but there are times when you just need to let your hair down and enjoy your…
Shrimp and Mushroom Crepes
This recipe makes a beautiful first course that will set the mood for the repast to follow. It is also excellent, on its own for a luncheon. The crepe recipe is found elsewhere on the blog. They are definetly the ‘do-ahead’ part of this recipe. This recipe will absolutely blow your guests skirts up right over their heads!!!!!…
Hot Artichoke Dip
A real party standard. Never seems to get old. Print Recipe Hot Artichoke Dip Prep Time 30 minutes Cook Time 30 minutes Servings Ingredients 16 ounces canned artichoke hearts drained and chopped (not pickled)1 cup Parmesan cheese1 cup mayonnaise1 8 ounce container chopped green chiliesCorn Chips for dipping Prep Time 30 minutes Cook Time 30…
Cheese Ball
This appetizer has been a Christmas standard for 40 years. The shape changes, at times, but the combination of cheeses rolled or covered in nuts stays the same. Guess you just can’t improve on perfection, or a taste memory you are looking for. So make this in three separate little logs, a giant ball or…
Blueberry Pie
Nothing like fresh blueberries when they are in season. Enjoy the pie! Also good with frozen berries. Print Recipe Blueberry Pie Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 50 minutes Servings Ingredients 3/4 cups white sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon4 cups blueberries2 pie crusts see flakey pie crust recipe elswhere on blog1 tablespoon butter…
Noreen’s White Bark Cookies
These cookies have all kinds of things going for them. They are good tasting, will store well, and are child friendly for making since they are no-bake. So gather the little ones around and start “cooking.” Print Recipe Noreen’s White Bark Cookies Prep Time 1/2 hour Servings dozen Ingredients 1 cup Rice Krispies1 cup Cherios2…
Cabbage Rolls
The first time I ever heard of a cabbage roll, I was married and had three children. We took a trip to see Joe’s parents in Pennsylvania and what do you know there was talk about cabbage rolls. It was high on the list of favorites of most anyone you met. There was talk of…
Spaghetti With Garlic Sauce
This is a very basic recipe. It is a good side dish for most meat dishes. The real fun with this recipe is when you add your own touches to the basic plan. Jock’s favorite is to top it with mizithra cheese , Joe liked it with shrimp stirred in, I’m sure you will come…