This Wild Rice Soup Recipe with mushrooms relies on a simple layering technique in the crock pot to ensure the rice and vegetables are firm but tender. This classic soup works well as a first course or a light lunch. Ingredients 1 lb. whole mushrooms, halved1/2 Cup uncooked wild rice1 stalk celery, chopped2 carrots, chopped1 […]
Traditional Chicken Soup
Traditional chicken soup is the closest recipe I can find to original Jewish Penicillin, that good old-fashioned medicine for every ailment. A great comfort food and it tastes fantastic. Ingredients 1 whole (3-4 pounds) Empire chicken (the best, but any fresh chicken will do) 1 medium turnip, quartered 2 leeks white part only, cleaned thoroughly […]
Tomato and Avocado Meatloaf
Tomato and Avocado Meatloaf is one of those magical dishes that allow varying flavors to blend without overpowering each other. In fact, it is hard to believe that you are eating a humble meatloaf. This recipe also uses mushrooms. I like to use 50% wild mushrooms, but you can pick from any varieties that suit […]
Thanksgiving Turkey
This Thanksgiving Turkey Rub recipe uses fresh lemons to spice up the traditional holiday meal. Celery, carrots, onions and parsnips roast right inside the bird for a delicious alternative to stuffing. Ingredients 1 (15 lb) whole turkey, thawed 2 lemons cut in halves 1 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 1 onion, quartered 2 celery stalks, […]