Basic Barbeque Sauce
This is our go to barbeque sauce, and we just about always have it on hand. But if need be, our kitchen is stocked with all ingredients, so that we can quickly put a batch together. We have not purchased a store brand barbeque sauce in years, since this sauce is the best we’ve tasted.Adapted…
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Honey Ham Glaze
I have never been a fan of pre-packaged ham glazes and it’s super easy to prepare from scratch. This is a very simple homemade glaze that works perfect for a 10 pound ham.
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Alfredo Sauce
Alfredo sauce is really easy to whip up and so much better than store bought. Toss it over linguini with a sprinkle of parsley for a quick elegant meal.
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Paella
A paella pan is needed for this recipe. We purchased an outdoor propane system with pan from the Spanish Table in Seattle.
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Easy Hot Pot Broths
We’ve been trying out hot pot lately. It’s fun for family and friends; everyone can add their favorite meats and veggies for customized servings. It’s like an Asian fondue. These are easy and basic recipes but stay tuned, as we experiment more, we hope to add other recipes.
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French Onion Soup
We’ve been experimenting with slightly different versions of French onion soup, and so far this one is our favorite.
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Mai Tai Cocktail
We juice fresh pineapples and oranges for this recipe. You can use store bought juices, but using fresh, makes this drink super yummy. This is also great as a blended drink, just add the ingredients to a blender with ice and blend until smooth. Pour into your favorite glass with embellishments for an icy cold tropical…
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Corning Beef Brisket
The week before Saint Patrick’s day, you’ll find us corning a beef brisket for corned beef and cabbage and Ruben sandwiches in celebration of our Irish roots. We’re all a little Irish!
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Russian Dressing
This Russian dressing is a bit spicier than most, since it’s intended for a Ruben sandwich. It’s worth a little extra effort to make this authentic recipe, it makes a much yummier sandwich than the store bought versions.
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Chicken & White Bean Cassoulet
I modified a recipe to work with my Milo by Kana Dutch oven. I chose the mini version (3.5 quarts), since the size is more manageable. I love this Dutch oven. It's priced lower than the big brands and is now also sold at Crate and Barrel stores.If you have a large dutch oven and…
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