Monthly Archives: December 2013

2013 in Review: Palatable Pastime from Birth to Mirth!

December 31, 2013 By in Uncategorized Tags: , , , , 4 Comments

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Hoppin’ John

December 29, 2013 By in Black-Eyed Peas, Cajun, Celery, Ham, Main Dish, Onions, Peas, Peppers or Chillies, Pork, Rice, Southern, Stovetop, United States Tags: , , , , , , , Leave a comment

Hoppin’ John is a traditional and auspicious low country New Year’s Day meal made with fresh or dried black-eyed peas.
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Cracklin’ Corn Bread

December 29, 2013 By in Breads, Corn masa/ corn flour/ corn meal, Dairy, Eggs, Grains, Milk & Cream, Oven Baked, Pork, Quick Breads, Southern Tags: , , , , , , , 2 Comments

Cracklin’ Corn Bread kicks up the standard with delicious and crunchy bits of cracklins! A true New Year’s tradition.
Cracklin' Corn Bread
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Creamy Ham and Beans

December 26, 2013 By in Beans, Carrots, Ham, Legumes, Main Dish, Southern, Stovetop, United States, White Beans / Cannellini, Northern, Navy, Etc Tags: , , , 1 Comment

Creamy Ham and Beans is a hearty version of a traditional New Years Day meal eaten to ensure prosperity in the coming year.
Creamy Ham and Beans

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Beefy Cheddar Cheese Ball

December 26, 2013 By in Appetizers, Beef, Cheese, Dried Beef, Food Processor, No Cook, United States Tags: , , , , , , , , , , 1 Comment

Beefy Cheddar Cheese Ball is easy to prepare and delicious, great with crackers for a party or holiday snacking.

Beefy Cheddar Cheese Ball

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Cranberry Guacamole

December 22, 2013 By in Appetizers, Avocados, Cranberries, Mexican or Southwest US, No Cook, Seeds, Tex-Mex Tags: , , , , , , , , , 2 Comments

Cranberry Guacamole is a seasonal departure from the usual ingredients; this delicious guack is festive and nutty.
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Stone Crab Claws in Red Curry

December 20, 2013 By in Appetizers, Asian, Cooking Method, Course, Crab, Cuisine, Curries, Fish and Seafood, Herbs, Spices, Teas, and Coffee, Main Dish, Main Ingredients, Onions, Peppers or Chillies, Shellfish, Stovetop, Thai, Tomatoes Tags: , , , , , , , , , Leave a comment

Stone Crab Claws in Red Curry are spicy and delicious and can be served as an appetizer or as an exotic curry with rice.

Stone Crab Claws in Red Curry
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Spiced Indian Tomato Soup

December 16, 2013 By in Asian, Blender, Cooking Method, Course, Cuisine, Dairy, Food Processor, Indian, Main Ingredients, Soup, Soups, Stews & Chili, Stovetop, Tomato Sauce, Tomatoes, Yogurt Tags: , , , , , , 6 Comments

Spiced Indian Tomato Soup is delicious homemade tomato soup with a depth of flavor from exotic spices.

Spiced Indian Tomato Soup

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