You just gotta love Spring…..especially if you are like me and dislike having flannel sheets on the bed. NOW, because it is Spring, I get to remove them and put real, regular, slide-into-bed-cool sheets. This is a game my husband and I play with…he gets the flannel sheets for six months (seems like fifteen)and I…
Like Me Honey Martini
This is a nice trend-setting martini to try again and again. Yummmmmmm. You will need: 2 parts Grey Goose Vodka 4 parts Brandy 2 parts Creme de Menthe (not green) 1 part Irish Mist (or Glayva)* Pour ingredients into a shaker filled with cracked ice and shake well. Strain and pour into prepared martini…
Lamb, Beef or Pork Pot Pie
This makes two pies…one for now, one for later or if really, really hungary…… You can make it with whatever meat you like. You will need: 2 lbs. meat, boneless, 2 tbsp. MILD curry paste 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 large onion, thinly sliced 4 cloves minced garlic 1 tbsp. fresh minced ginger 3…
Icewine Martini
This is one way to serve icewine. Make it into a martini. In a shaker filled with cracked ice wine, pour: 1 1/2 ounces of chilled icewine, 1/8 ounce of lemon juice, 1 ounce fresh peach juice 1 ounce cranberry juice. Shake well and strain into prepared martini glasses. On a cocktail pick, thread 3…
Pumpkin Smoothie
This smoothie is little different….it is packed with vitamins and is really scrumptious. Did I say “non-fattening?” I don’t think so. 1/4 cup pure pumpkin 1/4 cup vanilla yogurt 1 small banana 1 tsp. creamy peanut butter 1 tbsp. honey 1 cup whipping cream dollop of whipped cream sprinkle of cinnamon In a blender,…
Creamy Cauliflower Soup
This is one good way to get your vegetables. Serve this for your company and get raves. You will need: 2 tbsp. butter 1 small onion, finely diced 1 garlic clove, minced 4 cups good brand chicken stock 1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets 1 bay leaf 2 stalks celery, ribs removed 2 cups…
Ed ‘n Mark Martini
This is for two very hard working men in the construction business. They have done so much for us, this one’s for them. 10 parts Grey Goose Vodka 2 parts Frangelico liqueur 2 parts Creme de Cacao 1 part Bailey’s liqueur Pour ingredients into a shaker with cracked ice and shake well. Strain into…
Swingin’ Friday Martini
It doesn’t really have to be Friday to make this… 6 parts Citrus Vodka 3 parts Gin 2 parts Lime Cordial Rim the glasses with Dry Vermouth. Pour ingredients into shaker filled with cracked ice and shake well. Strain into well chilled glasses and garnish with a lime or lemon twist. Have fun!…
Cinnamon Martini
I figured, after setting up the guest bedroom, you would need a new but tasty martini to congratulate yourself on a job well done. You will need: 6 parts Cinnamon Vodka 1 part Sweet Vermouth 1 part Triple Sec Pour ingredients into a shaker filled with crushed ice. Shake well and strain into well…
Back To Overnight Guest Needs
When we talked the other day about guest rooms and making your guests feel welcome and, yes, pampered try these tips: Shop at your local drugstore/big box store for the travel size toiletries and buy a bunch. Label a drawer(s) with a tag so they know they can use them for their belongings. Use a…
Guest Room? Here’s How To..
When you have a guest room, it is important to make it as comfortable as you can afford to. A good bed is important. Also,the furnishings should complement each other in terms of colour and style. Make sure the closets have space in them to hang clothes and use good hangers that match,. Have a…
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread
I just made this loaf and while the beautiful aroma wafts into my office, I am going to share it with you. This makes 3 loaves (1 to eat now, 2 to freeze for later) 3 cups sugar 1 (15 oz) can PURE pumpkin (not pie filling) 1 cup Crisco Oil 2/3 cup water 4…