tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62576974248922926382024-03-14T06:54:16.944-07:00Merry Meeting MenusA collection of generations of family recipes created in memory of my mother.Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.comBlogger929125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-8325180912310189452023-05-07T15:42:00.007-07:002023-05-07T15:42:54.936-07:00Oysters on Spinach IngredientsOysters2 pounds Spinach 1/2 small onion, chopped fine1/2 cup thin white sauce, with more white sauce to season for service. 1/8 teaspoons Macegarlic saltsalt and pepper1 teaspoon Brandy10 Oysters, shelled but keep half the shells for serviceRock salt Process1. Place rock salt in bottom of pan and heat in oven. 2. Wash and cook the spinach. As soon as leaves are wilted, Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-20967476720717822532023-05-07T15:22:00.001-07:002023-05-07T15:22:03.014-07:00Onion Soup Back to my great grandmother's recipes in the old metal box. IngredientsBoneseasoningssaltpepperwaterbutter6 onions, sliced2 slices bread, lightly browned and buttered.CheeseProcess1. Place any kind of bone, put in seasonings, and boil a long time with salt and pepper, adding additional spices as desired. 2. Put in 1/2 bouillon and half cup water. ( make sure it is at least a Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-16531680491869543392023-02-28T15:12:00.006-08:002023-02-28T15:12:46.132-08:00Cream of Artichoke Soup This soup is the brain child of SP's after combining a few recipes, tweaking it to taste, and was a welcome addition for this year's Mystery Soup at Christmas dinner. Ingredients 1 pound frozen artichoke hearts, thawed (we use Trader Joe's)4 cups chicken broth2 Tablespoons unsalted butter (add oil if you need more)2 cloves garlic, chopped1/2 cup heavy cream2 Tablespoons lemon juice1/4 Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-22296092619274230442023-01-05T17:06:00.006-08:002023-01-05T18:49:29.196-08:00Air Fryer Dill Pickle Chicken This is one of my new and all time favorite recipes! It started with another recipe that I have adapted to better fit my tastes and sustainability. The first couple of times I made it, I bought a jar of dill pickles, dumped them out, and brined the chicken in the sauce. That leaves a lot of pickles to be worked with with out the brine to keep them in. I mean you could make Molly Yeh's FriedMaine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-68814136440708418012022-11-06T14:51:00.003-08:002022-11-06T14:51:46.147-08:00Dill Pickle Mini Saltines I'm proud to say I did a thing today. It's not a really big thing, but it is a thing I don't normally do. I made a recipe of my own. I know, I probably do it more often than I think I do but it felt like an achievement none the less. I guess there are recipes I have crafted before like the Awesomesauce Bruschetta or Potato Feta Wonder which, to my surprise, needs to be put on Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-26215229312632063182022-11-06T11:12:00.003-08:002022-11-06T11:23:23.445-08:00Strawberry Balsamic Chutney Our friend Nick is a local caterer and he delighted us at a recent event with a delicious appetizer. It was a crustini made from slices of toasted baguette with a smear of goat cheese topped with a balsamic strawberry chutney. I couldn't get enough! Luckily, Nick was kind enough to explain to me what it was and how he made it so now I have the skills to recreate it at home. We are only Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-79445000691003385312022-05-31T14:31:00.003-07:002022-11-06T11:14:28.850-08:00Pickle's improved Chili of the Nightosphere Our daughter Pickle is a huge fan of the cartoon Adventure Time, so when she put the Adventure Time cookbook on her wish list you can rest assured that I jumped at the opportunity. After making their recipe once, she new she had to embellish it with even more flavor. So here is Pickle's improved Chili of the Nightosphere - thanks Adventure time!Ingredients 1 Tablespoon Vegetable oil1 Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-23535636641770002342021-12-16T15:33:00.002-08:002021-12-16T15:33:40.031-08:00Ranch Dip My sister sent me this recipe. It is simple and feeds a crowd. I just can't decide the vehicle - tortilla chips or Bugles? Ingredients1 package cream cheese, softened1 cup sour cream1 package Ranch seasoning2 cups cheddar6 slices bacon, crispy and crumbledsliced scallionsProcessCombine all ingredients and mix well. Chill and serve. Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-77855540668036331242021-12-15T14:42:00.003-08:002021-12-15T14:42:57.109-08:00Christmas Cheese Ball from Cafe Delights I make this recipe every year. It is simply the best cheese ball ever. This year I am going to halve the recipe and make a ball instead of the tree. This recipe is from Cafe Delights. IngredientsFor The Dip:4 cups cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped1/2 cup red bell peppers (or capsicum
), diced1/4 cup dill pickles, finely diced1/4 cup chives, chopped1/4 cup Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-22148354303600951842021-12-15T12:37:00.001-08:002021-12-15T12:37:58.209-08:00Meat Pie In snow making season, I try to make something warm and nourishing for the 4 to 12 shift SP works on. I recently thought of a Mexican Meat pie recipe that's on this blog and decided to make it. My first thought when I printed it out was, why is it called Mexican? There's nothing really Mexican about it in the slightest. My first observation of the recipe was why the heck had I written the Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-62093652059291111332021-12-02T17:13:00.003-08:002021-12-02T17:13:49.826-08:00Welsh Rarebit Mac and Cheese You had me at cheese Rachel Ray! This recipe is SO good. I think next time I will make it even saucier. Yummo!Welsh Rarebit Mac and Cheese Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-32904223740123007672021-11-21T15:17:00.000-08:002021-11-21T15:17:16.395-08:00Cranberry Curd Pie with Biscoff Cookie Crust This recipe is an absolute gem and a Thanksgiving favorite. Published in last years Hannaford Fresh, I was surprised to discover I never put it up on the blog last year. Here's the online recipe. Ingredients13 Tbsp. unsalted butter24 Biscoff cookies (about 6 1/2 oz.)1 cup plus 5 Tbsp. sugar1/4 tsp. almond extract3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (about 12 oz.)1/2 cup water1 tsp. lemon Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-33742039172688432362021-11-04T15:21:00.003-07:002021-11-04T15:21:39.442-07:00Monster Cookies I made these as a cute little treat for Daughter on what is likely her last Halloween at home. I even added eyeballs to these rather large cookies. Here is the link: Monster Cookies. Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-37637736809364865332021-10-29T18:42:00.003-07:002021-10-29T18:42:30.953-07:00Grill Eu Brochette for 1Ingredients1 loin lamb chop, boned with tail cut offsalt and pepper2 chicken livers2 mushrooms, whole but peeled? (I do not eat nor work with mushrooms)1 and 1/2 Tablespoon melted butter1/2 teaspoon chopped chives1/2 teaspoon chopped parsleyTabascoProcess1. Cut tender part of chop in three pieces. 2. Rub with salt and pepper. 3. Add butter to pan and brown with chicken Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-79660144583503715392021-10-29T18:31:00.001-07:002021-10-29T18:31:28.153-07:00Duck a la Bigarade I'm spelling this the right way, not how it looks on the card with it's ancient calligraphy. (Shane's witty narration) Ingredients2 ducks Livers from the two ducksTwo oranges, peeled2 tsp. beef stockpinch cayenne1/2 cup portProcess1. Roast ducks as usual (like a boss). 2. Parboil and puree the livers3. (This is my favorite transition) Meantime, Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-78618401993446311792021-10-29T17:58:00.000-07:002021-10-29T17:58:33.998-07:00Southern Chili Serves 6 - or more? I would like to make this soon and freeze it for Dad's Christmas Maine Meals on Wheels! (It's our little inside joke and perfect Christmas gift and use of freezer space in the fall). Ingredientsbutter1 clove garlic, crushed3 onions, chopped1 Green pepper, chopped 1 pound ground beef 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce1/4 pound pork sausage, NOT links4 TablespoonsMaine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-82507804557561882072021-10-29T17:16:00.002-07:002021-10-29T17:16:19.243-07:00Chicken Mareug..??? We can't read the card - any help welcomeIngredients2 Tablespoons oil small roasting chicken, cut into pieces for serving, including insidesflour1 cup white wine3 tomatoes, choppedLarge Tablespoon tomatoe paste1 onion, slicedsaltpepperfresh thymepaprikared peppersagetarragon1/4 pound sliced unpeeled mushroomsPitted ripe olivesTablespoon whiskey breadmore oil. Process 1. Heat 2 Tablespoons oil in a pot. 2. Toss each Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-83176673299753783122021-10-29T16:59:00.001-07:002021-10-29T16:59:08.784-07:00Lobster Princess BallsIngredients 1 freshly cooked lobster, unshelled1 large potato, boiled and ricedgrated onion1 egg, well beatenAnchovy Buttersalt and pepper to tasteDeep fat for fryingwatercress Process1. Put meat of lobster through a food chopper and place in a bowl. 2. Add 1 cup freshly boiled and riced potato, 1 teaspoon grated onion, the egg, 1 Tablespoon Anchovy butter and pepper and salt to taste. Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-36908638570517401642021-10-29T16:47:00.006-07:002021-10-29T16:47:43.962-07:00Potatoes BarigouleIngredientsPotatoesstock 1 cup olive oilsalt peppervinegarProcess 1. Place peeled and washed potatoes in sauce pan. 2. Cover with stock and boil until tender. Drain3. Put 1 cup olive oil in a deep frying pan, heat and add potatoes. 4. Cook until lightly brown. 5. Place on dish, sprinkle with salt pepper and vinegar. Serve. Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-25742290476632922972021-10-29T16:42:00.000-07:002021-10-29T16:42:21.533-07:00Pot de Creme Au Chocolate for 6 This recipe is a huge memory for me and Hi-ho's culinary adventures. She loved making pot de creme for her frequent dinner parties. This is a yummy indulgence. Ingredients1 quart milk1/2 pound semi-sweet chocolate. 3 Tablespoons sugar3 eggs separatedProcess1. Boil 1 quart milk 2. Very gradually, add the milk to the chocolate to melt, stirring all the time. 3. Add 3 Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-10828581722516759242021-10-29T14:44:00.000-07:002021-10-29T14:44:18.795-07:00Cauliflower Casserole This recipe began with a nudge from Food and Wine but we tweaked it to feed a crowd. Ingredients2 heads Cauliflower, cut into floretsPint of sour cream2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (we like Cabot)2 teaspoons Paprikaa handful of fresh thyme leaves2 teaspoons salt1 Tablespoon Aleppo pepper flakesProcess1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. 2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 3. Butter Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-61910069324987284182021-10-29T14:28:00.005-07:002021-10-29T14:33:27.194-07:00Chicken Parmesan Sliders I originally made this following a recipe from delish.com (thanks delish) but I have tweaked it a bit to accommodate our palate.This recipe is flexible enough to feed a family or a crowd!Ingredients20 oz package (or larger) Air fried chicken cutlets or breasts12 to 24 slider buns1 to 2 jars Marinara2 cups + shredded mozzarella (there is never too much cheese)1 cup grated parmesan1/4 cup to Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-92131558490687494582021-10-29T14:07:00.007-07:002021-10-29T14:07:56.734-07:00Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan Pasta thanks to Damn Delicious I have had this recipe saved from some point during the pandemic. It is kept in a green binder with all the other recipes I have accumulated in the last two years. I really wanted an easy family friendly Crockpot version of chicken Parmesan. This recipe came close but needs some tinkering. I missed the breading on the chicken, but I also wanted more Basil taste. Either way, it was a Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-26017117788582641642021-10-29T14:00:00.005-07:002021-10-29T14:02:09.319-07:00Harvest Pound Cake I am not usually fans of Facebook ads, especially when they market something as main stream as Betty Crocker, as if that American staple needs more attention. After passing by the ad multiple times, I finally clicked on it and loved it for it's simplicity. Then I noticed two apples foundering on the counter top and I knew I would be making this. It is simple and lovely, and the caramel Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6257697424892292638.post-62148922249603815102021-09-01T16:48:00.004-07:002021-09-01T16:48:46.015-07:00Pasta with Caramelized Shallots This recipe is originally from the New York Times. SP called it a keeper but made some modifications to it. It was then decided that this would be a terrific base for Puttanesca Sauce. Serves 4Ingredients1/3 cup olive oil, plus more as needed6 large shallots, sliced very thin5 garlic cloves - 1 finely chopped and 4 thinly slicedSalt and Pepper to tasteRed pepper flakes - Aleppo would Maine Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00325403359330547466noreply@blogger.com0