That uncomfortable, awkward, and embarrassing second of silence when someone with complete certainty exclaims that this is the way it is, period , in a voice called ”if you argue against, you’re an idiot”, and everybody around the table have at the tip of their tongues to say that well, it’s not actually confirmed, orContinue reading “Awkward Second”
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Cod on it’s best behavior
my husband’s favorite fish recipe
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Damask napkin
He was sent to 1st grade with a napkin in his lunch box. It was of the finest damask. It was missing when he came home. Several days later, and after many inquiries, it showed up among the classroom’s painting rags; torn, worn and with permanent paint stains, red, in a fold close to theContinue reading “Damask napkin”
Kombucha
Makes 1 gallon 3 quarts filtered water 1 cup sugar 1 pinch of salt 4 tea bags of organic black tea ½ cup kombucha from previous culture 1 kombucha mushroom Some pieces of fresh ginger Bring the water to boil. Add salt and sugar and simmer until dissolved. Remove from heat and add tea bags.Continue reading “Kombucha”
Pumpkin Soup
Serves at least 10 4 pounds pumpkin, peeled, seeded and cut into small pieces 6 garlic cloves 4 onions, chopped 4 tomatoes, chopped 10 cups vegetable or chicken stock 1 cup dry white wine 2 tablespoons honey 6 bay leaves 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon marjoram Salt and white pepper to taste 2 cupsContinue reading “Pumpkin Soup”
Teriyaki Sauce
½ cup tamari or soy sauce 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 tablespoon sesame oil ¼ cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon honey ¾ teaspoon ground ginger 1-2 garlic cloves Peel and finely chop the garlic. Mix all ingredients in a small pot over low heat. Bring to a boil while stirring, and cook for a fewContinue reading “Teriyaki Sauce”
Via Superiore
When we go on vacation and I make the reservations, we end up on B&Bs. They are sometimes fancy, sometimes not, but usually interesting, often funny and exciting places. When the husband makes the reservations, we stay in household name hotels, where you know exactly what the dining room will look like. That can beContinue reading “Via Superiore”
Macadamia Sliders
Yield is for one lovely serving tray. It is not possible to indicate how many servings this recipe will yield, as it is completely depending on how large the endives are and how thrilled the guests will be. And they will be thrilled! Best advice is to make a test batch and enjoy by yourself.Continue reading “Macadamia Sliders”