History of This Cookbook

History of This Cookbook

History of This Cookbook I’ve been the head cook in our household since 1983, when I got laid off at the same time Sherry returned to work from maternity leave. We soon discovered that I was a much better cook than she; plus I enjoyed it much more than she did....

Basil Salad Dressing

Basil Salad Dressing Ingredients 2 T white wine vinegar 1/2 cup olive oil 1 cup basil leaves, packed salt and pepper to taste Directions Place all ingredients in blender or food processor, and process until the mixture is emulsified....

Sweet Potato & Black Bean Soup

Sweet Potato & Black Bean Soup This soup started out as Chinese, and suddenly evolved into Tex-Mex, Cajun, and soul-cooking all rolled into one. I started out with the notion of making egg drop soup, but with a twist. I had close to a quart of “pot...

No-oil Salad Dressing

No-oil Salad Dressing A little horseradish gives a lot of zip to this tart cooked dressing. Cornstarch offers a convenient way to thicken this tangy blend without oil. Update: First report in – this is good stuff according to the lady whose lunch box I helped...