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Baked Manicotti

Posted on April 24, 2015 by Cat

By Cat, Dec 2008; updated Feb & July 2008 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: 1. Casseroles Menu; 2. Vegetarian Menu; 3. Mediterranean Menu; 4. Rich Tomato Sauce with Sage or Basil; 5. Spinach and Ricotta Pappardelle; 6. Pasta (About) Includes: 1. … Continue reading →

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Beer-Cheddar Soup

Posted on February 20, 2015 by Cat

By Cat, Dec 2010 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) When I was a kid in elementary school, we were often served sticks of cheddar cheese from government surplus, but I didn’t like it. Mamma told me it was OK, children often … Continue reading →

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Corn & Cheese Chowder

Posted on November 10, 2014 by Cat

By Cat, Jan 2008 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I’d not been exposed to chowders growing up – the closest I’d come is oyster stew. But on my own in my 20s, I became enamored with Anna Thomas’s cookbooks, The … Continue reading →

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Herbs & Spices, Individual, G – Z

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Cat

By Cat, Aug 2007 (Photo of Cat’s Spice Rack, right, by Cat) NOTE: spices/herbs in red (below) have yet to be added to this post. Also, chile peppers are discussed individually by type. Herbs/spices in red in the “Includes” list below are not … Continue reading →

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Polenta, shortcut method, with variations

Posted on September 10, 2014 by Cat

By Cat, Sept 8, 2014 (photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Includes: 1. Basic shortcut polenta; 2. Herbed-Ricotta Polenta; 3. Polenta with Fontina & Sun-Dried Tomatoes; 4. Blue Cheese Polenta; 5. Polenta with Yogurt, Lemon & Dill Raw corn polenta is really just … Continue reading →

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Hunters’ Chicken (alla Cacciatora)

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Cat

By Cat, Jun 2014; updated April 2017 (photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Back in the 1970s, I challenged a roommate who was going on a 500 calorie a day diet, to see who would fare better after 2 months: her ultra-low cal plan; or … Continue reading →

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Dad’s Beef Stew with Root Veggies

Posted on April 6, 2014 by Cat

by Cat, April 2014 (Photo, right, from Cat’s photo collection; photo, below from mibekfarms.com/stewtips.html) When my Dad was the chief cook and bottle washer at home (while my Mom worked at the bar), one of his favorite dishes was beef stew. He … Continue reading →

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Mom’s Meatloaf

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Cat

by Cat, Sept 2007 (photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: 1. Swedish/Danish Meatballs (Köttbullar/Frikadeller) with Sour Cream Sauce; 2. Italian Meatballs (Polpette); 3. Lacto-Fermented Tomato Catsup (Ketchup); 4. Sherry-Mushroom Gravy Other meatloaf recipes I’d like to try (see links in reference section): 1. Meatloaf … Continue reading →

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Slow-Roast Game Hen, Brined & Glazed with Maple Syrup

Posted on January 19, 2014 by Cat

by Cat, Jan 2014 (photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I’ve not yet tested this recipe. See also: About Cornish Game Hens, Grouse, Pheasant & Other Small Fowl I love the flavor of real maple syrup but don’t get to indulge in it … Continue reading →

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Slow Roast Beef, Buffalo, Venison or Lamb

Posted on December 11, 2013 by Cat

See also: 1. Beef, Venison, Buffalo Main Course Menu; scroll to Roast (Pan, Oven, and/or Slow) for related recipes;  Slow-roasting and braising are the best ways to cook a roast for optimum tenderness, but also because the presence of moisture and the lower … Continue reading →

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