We typically buy free-range chickens from local organic farms, which cost $15-20 each. Therefore, we try to get the most bang for our buck from our birds. As you’ve seen, we roast them and make stock from them. We also use the leftover meat (usually dark) to make chicken salad. And since we do it […]
Author: Jenny Turknett
Deviled eggs: cumin-mustard-style
Deviled eggs have long been the victim of death by mayonnaise, but they don’t have to be. Don’t get me wrong, I have nothing against mayonnaise. I just think we can do the eggs justice with a few flavor bumps. Let deviled eggs become your blank canvas for creating a masterpiece. I’ve long wanted to […]
Sunday projects: Make your own chicken stock
In our family, we tend to hang around the house on Sundays. It’s a time for straightening, doing homework, and getting ready for the upcoming week. It’s also a time to delve into any home-based projects. At our house the projects may include canning, cheese making, mead brewing, making homemade cat food, or any number […]
Project chicken: roasting made simple
Chicken and eggs. Some say the mark of a true chef is in how well he/she can prepare the basics like eggs and roasted chicken. Some executive chefs even test new hires by having them prepare these very items. Don’t be intimidated by roasting a chicken. Maybe you haven’t had success in the past, but […]
Smoked salmon chowder
Remember that smoked salmon I pulled out of the freezer to make the twice-baked smoked salmon potatoes? I didn’t use it all for the potatoes, so I used the rest to make this smoked salmon chowder. It’s pretty rich and creamy — perfect for the cold season ahead. The bacon and smoked salmon add depth […]
Creamy sweet potato soup with chipotle and orange
Here’s a soup to kick off the cooler months, one that would make a nice addition to your Thanksgiving menu. The soup has a little heat from the chipotle pepper, but you can adjust the spice level with the addition or reduction of the number of peppers used. The garnishes are my favorite part of […]