Easy Country Gourmet Recipes
Elderberry syrup has been used for centuries as a country home remedy to treat and prevent colds and flu. Elderberries must be cooked before consuming and are a rich source of vitamins A, C, and bioflavonoids that boost and strengthen the immune system. Elderberries hold antibiotic compounds that help to treat many types of illnesses. …
There are many different recipes for lasagna, some more complicated than others. This recipe was inspired by the fact that we were snowed in one day and I had to come up with something for dinner. With the use of some pantry items and some fresh ingredients, the Easy Peasy Lasagna was born and has…
This salad is simple to make when you’re in a hurry to get dinner on the table. The only thing you need to plan ahead for is to be sure the shrimp are peeled, deveined, and defrosted; the rest is a cinch. Also, make sure you have a grill basket for cooking the shrimp on…
There are many versions of meat pies that are traditionally served around Christmas time. My version of the French-Canadian Meat Pie has been a favorite in my family since moving to Vermont.
Homemade pie crust is easy to make, especially when made in a food processor because it only takes a few minutes. The key is to use frozen butter and let the dough rest in the frig for about an hour before rolling it out. Here’s the recipe: 3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1 tsp. fine…
Most people do not think of their rice cooker as a vessel for creating a complete meal in one pot; however, it can produce wonderful results. The key I found is not to use more than two cups of rice because overloading the cooker can result in soggy rice. Using two cups of rice with…
A country favorite!
Most of the time when you see hand pies, they are typically fried. With this recipe, the pies are baked, which helps to reduce some calories, and gives them a lighter taste. You can use regular sugar, I used Swerve, which is a natural sweetener that does not impact blood sugar and measures cup for…
So simple yet so delicious!
Warm & Comforting