Lightly oil a bowl for the dough. Mix the yeast, water and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Add the flour and salt and mix until it forms a well-blended but somewhat soft dough. (resist the temptation to work in any more flour than absolutely necessary.) Knead the dough by hand or machine. If by […]

–EQUAL PARTS– Oregano Sweet Basil Rosemary Sage Marjoram Cajun Spice (for spicy -dishes) 1 Part Paprika 1 Part Turmeric 1/2 Part Cayenne Pepper 1 Part Cumin 1/4 Part Black Pepper Mixing seasonings in parts provides flexibility for quantities. One example for making a small amount is to allow 1 part to equal 1 teaspoon and […]

Quarter lemons lengthwise and put in a noncorrosive airtight container. Freeze for 8 hours. Add 1 tablespoon salt per lemon (4 quarters). Store airtight at room temperature for 6 days; shake occasionally. Use as suggested. To store, chill up to 6 months (color darkens). Each lemon makes 4 pieces.

To prepare Egg mixture: In bowl combine shrimp, beaten eggs, bean sprouts, scallions, and seasonings, mixing well. In 9 inch nonstick skillet heat oil; drop a scant 1/4 cup of egg mixture into hot oil and cook until set and lightly browned on bottom. Turn patty over and brown other side; remove to a warmed […]

Wash the eggplants and put into a pan (or wrap in foil) and bake until soft. Put the onions into cold water to soak and remove some of the strength. Remove the skins from the cooked eggplant and mash the pulp thoroughly. Drain the onion well and add to the eggplant. Add salt and pepper, […]

Combine tomatoes, scallions, onion, cilantro & mint. Whisk together oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt & pepper. Pour dressing over tomato mixture. Cover & chill. Serve with pita wedges. Alternatively, this salad makes a great topping for pita stuffed with falafel.

For the best results in preparing this attractive Chinese dish cook the lobster pieces as quickly as possible. The beaten egg added to the sauce makes it richer and creamier. With sharp knife, pry lobster meat from shell and slice into medallions. Mince garlic and black beans together. Heat oil in wok or skillet and […]

1. Over hot (not boiling) water in double boiler, beat egg yolks with whisk until fluffy. 2. Very slowly pour melted butter into yolks, whisking until thick. 3. Add lemon juice, flour, water, paprika, shrimp, crabmeat, mushrooms and oyster liquor; heat. Season to taste.

SEASONINGS 1/2 c Peanuts, crushed 2 tb Chopped sweet pickled radish 1/4 lb Tofu, diced 2 tb Soy sauce 2 ts Sugar 1 ts Red pepper flakes Juice of 1/2 lime 3 Green onions, chopped CONDIMENTS 1 c Bean sprouts 3 tb Soy sauce 2 tb Red & green chili peppers, — slivered Sugar, optional […]

Put 1 qt of milk into a bowl and soak the herring in it overnight.. remove the and pat dry being sure to remove any and all bones. Coaresly chop the herring. Fry the onions in 2 T of butter until golden. Pan fry the ground meats seperately and place into a food processor/blander. Add […]