Here's a wonton recipe to rival homemade ravioli. Just remember to share the results with someone who appreciates your efforts. Or, make it all for yourself if there's no Chinese take-out nearby! Ingredients 1/4 lb. ground pork 1/2 C frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 2 T green onions, chopped fine 1/2 t soy sauce 1/2 t dark sesame oil 1/8 t ginger 1/8 t salt 1/8 t sugar 8 wonton wrappers 1 T canola oil 1/2 C water 1/2 C Asian plum sauce 1 T white wine vinegar 1 t brown sugar, packed Instructions Place pork into a mixing bowl; add spinach and green onion; lightly … [Read more...]
Summer Salad
This Summer Salad is a colorful addition to 4th of July picnics and backyard barbecues. Red peppers, corn, celery, carrots and green onions mix with potatoes in zesty homemade vinaigrette. Serve chilled or fresh from the kitchen. Ingredients 5 red potatoes cut in small chunks 1 sweet red pepper, cut into strips 1 cup of frozen corn, thawed 1 celery rib, sliced thin 1 carrot, shredded 3 green onions, sliced thin 1 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed 2/3 cup olive oil 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1/4 cup of white wine vinegar 2 Tbsp fresh thyme, minced 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp sugar 1/2 … [Read more...]
Shrimp Pasta Salad for Two
Shrimp pasta salad is part of our Romantic Dinner Recipes collection. Serve as a side dish or a light lunch. Garlic bread goes nicely with this make-ahead meal. For Valentine's Day, cut the bread into the shape of a heart if you dare. Ingredients 1/2 C uncooked elbow macaroni 1/2 lb. small shrimp, cooked 1/2 C frozen peas, thawed (or fresh peas in season would be perfect) 1 rib of celery, chopped fine 1 small onion, chopped fine 3/4 C mayonnaise 1/4 C French dressing 1 T sugar 1 T white wine vinegar 1 t paprika 1/2 t salt 1/2 t garlic powder 1/2 t pepper Instructions Cook … [Read more...]
Grilled Vegetable Salad
This Grilled Vegetable Salad is a flavorful twist on the traditional side dish. Grilled potatoes, carrots and onions mix with a tangy sauce for a unique and robust taste. Prepare ahead of time and serve at your next barbecue gathering. Ingredients 1 3/4 lbs. potatoes, peeled and cut into sticks 3 Tbsp of olive oil 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp of pepper 2 large carrots, cleaned and cut into sticks 1 Vidalia onion, sliced 2 Tbsp of mayonnaise 2 Tbsp of plain yogurt 2 Tbsp of white wine vinegar 1 tsp Dijon style mustard Instructions Bring potato … [Read more...]
Grilled Baby Back Ribs
Apple cider and jalapeno peppers spice up these Grilled Baby Back Ribs for a zesty twist on the traditional backyard barbecue meal. Ingredients 2 cups apple cider 1/2 cup shallots, minced 1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced 1/4 cup ketchup 2 Tbsp white wine vinegar 2 Tbsp tomato paste 1 Tbsp dark brown sugar 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 3 slabs (4 lbs) baby back ribs Salt and pepper to season ribs Instructions Sauce directions: Boil apple cider, shallots and jalapeno pepper over medium-high heat. Continue … [Read more...]
Caesar Salad Dressing Recipe
Make a Traditional Caesar Salad Dressing Recipe or a Quick version for last-minute meals. Anchovies always optional. Many people are discovering just how simple it is to make a dressing at home and in the process are developing the recipe to suit their unique taste. You will need a food blender and measure the ingredients into containers before you start. This allows you to make the dressing in next to no time. Ingredients 2 Eggs 1 Clove of garlic 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 tsps Dijon mustard 3 Tbsp White Wine Vinegar 3/4 Cup of Extra Virgin Olive Oil 3/4 … [Read more...]
Basil Bean Salad
Basil Bean Salad blends the flavors of basil, a herb more often associated with tomato dishes, and beans. The result proves yet again that simple can be the most delicious. Serve as a side salad or a light lunch. Ingredients 1 16 oz can dark kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 16 oz can canellini beans 1 14-1/2 oz can cut green beans, drained 1 14-1/2 oz can wax beans, drained 1 small jar diced pimento 1 16 oz can whole kernel corn, drained 1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup white wine vinegar 6 Tbsp granulated sugar 2 tsp dried basil (I … [Read more...]
Basic Mayonnaise
When you can make basic mayonnaise a whole new world of making salad dressing and sauces opens to you and you can start replicating the tastes normally associated with top chefs. In the rush of modern living many cooking skills are being lost as we purchase bottled sauces from the supermarket. Once you master making your own, you will not want to buy off the shelf again. Ingredients 3 large egg yolks 2 tsps Dijon mustard 2 tsps white wine vinegar 3/4 cup (200 mls) vegetable oil 3/4 cup (200 mls) olive oil - Extra virgin olive oil gives best result Salt and ground white … [Read more...]
