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Basic Gumbo

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Victoria Janssen

Here is a basic recipe for one of the best wintertime dishes ever. Gumbo is or is related to an African word for okra, but not all gumbo has okra in it–sometimes file (pronounce with accent on the e) is … Continue reading →

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November Baked Chicken

Posted on November 25, 2011 by Victoria Janssen

Wait for a chilly day so the oven will keep your kitchen warm. Ingredients: –oil, salt, pepper, minced or pressed garlic –a raw chicken –an onion –rosemary and/or sage, fresh Also, a meat thermometer helps a lot. Preheat oven to … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Swirl Bread

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Victoria Janssen

I’m traveling today, on my way to celebrate Thanksgiving – here’s a dessert recipe, from my aunt! Pumpkin Swirl Bread 1 8 oz package cream cheese 1/4 cup sugar 1 egg, beaten 1 3/4 cups flour 1 1/2 cups sugar … Continue reading →

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Basic Chicken Stock

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Victoria Janssen

In honor of American Thanksgiving, I give to you a week of receipes. Basic Chicken Stock One really needs a stock pot to make stock. If you use smaller quantities of everything, you can get away with a large saucepan. … Continue reading →

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Pintos and Pumpkin

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Victoria Janssen

I’ve never posted recipes in this blog before, though I did in my LiveJournal, a while back. This sudden urge to chat about food came from a Twitter discussion. So in honor of fall, and pumpkins, here is my quick … Continue reading →

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