Category Archives: Recipes

Pasta Salad with Kale and Red Beans

Posted on 04/09/2018 by

When we lived in the South, every potluck had about four plates of deviled eggs and at least two banana puddings. Here in the Northwest, whenever we go to a barbecue where people bring sides there are about 15 kale … Continue reading →

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Roast Parsnip Soup

Posted on 04/07/2018 by

Here is an easy first course. Or double everything for a main. Roast Parsnip Soup 3/4 lb parsnip peeled and cut into large chunks 1/2 lb carrots peeled and cut into large chunks 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary 1 tbsp … Continue reading →

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Irish Lemon Pudding

Posted on 03/23/2018 by

This is a fantastic dessert that separates into a fluffy cake on top and a dense pudding on bottom. Irish Lemon Pudding 4 tbsp butter 1/2 cup sugar 4 eggs separated 1 cup unbleached white flour 4 large lemons zested … Continue reading →

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Irish Brown Bread

Posted on 03/17/2018 by

This is a dense wheat bread fantastic for soaking up broth from corned beef and cabbage. Or other meat stews. This is not Boston brown bread which is sweeter and steamed. Irish Brown Bread 3 cups whole wheat flour 1 … Continue reading →

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Bearnaise Sauce

Posted on 01/14/2018 by

By Katherine I typically make Greg steak and potatoes each year for his birthday and try to do something slightly different each time.  It can be a challenge to come up with new ideas since we met in 1999. Surf … Continue reading →

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Breaded Sole on Crispy Kale

Posted on 01/01/2018 by

This is a good way to use some leftover ham. Bacon is the natural substitute. Any firm flesh white fish will work, but the oilier ones crisp the breading better. Breaded Sole and Crispy Kale 1/2-1 lb Sole filet 1 … Continue reading →

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Broiled Oysters on the Half Shell

Posted on 12/27/2017 by

Here is a simple way to enjoy fresh oysters if someone prefers them cooked and someone else prefers them raw. If you do not know how to shuck an oyster go here. If you do not have an oyster knife … Continue reading →

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