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From: MSN NicknameCanadianShe_Wolf�?/nobr>  (Original Message)Sent: 10/13/2007 9:14 PM

Sweet Fried Onions

Metric Ingredient Imperial
15 ml vegetable oil 1 tbsp
2 large onion, thinly sliced 2
10 ml worcestershire sauce 2 tsp
1 ml hot pepper sauce 1/4 tsp
10 ml brown sugar, packed 2 tsp
In large skillet; heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden.

Add worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce and brown sugar. Heat and stir for 2 to 3 minutes until brown sugar is dissolved.

Serves 4



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From: MSN NicknameCanadianShe_Wolf�?/nobr>Sent: 10/21/2007 7:29 PM
Goat Cheese, Pepper and Bacon Tart

1 (8 or 9-inch) unbaked pie shell
4 slices bacon, cooked crisply and crumbled
1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
4 ounces goat cheese
4 large eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
  1. Place pie shell in pie plate. In bottom of pie shell evenly scatter the crumbled bacon and chopped peppers.
  2. In medium bowl, beat together the cheese, eggs, milk, seasonings and onion. Pour over bacon and peppers in pie shell.
  3. Bake in a 325*F oven for about an hour, until set ( a knife inserted into custard halfway between center and crust will come out clean) and lightly browned on top.
  4. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Makes 8 servings


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From: MSN NicknameCanadianShe_Wolf�?/nobr>Sent: 10/21/2007 7:33 PM

Nutty Zucchini

Metric Ingredient Imperial
50 ml walnuts, chopped 1/4 cup
15 ml olive oil 1 tbsp
15 ml butter 1 tbsp
1 medium zucchini, thickly sliced 1
- pinch ground nutmeg -
- salt & pepper to taste -
Place medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add walnuts and toast for 1 to 2 minutes, shaking pan frequently. Remove walnuts to cool.

Add oil and butter to skillet. Add zucchini, season with nutmeg, salt and pepper. Cook until tender, tossing occasionally, for 6 to 7 minutes. Add walnuts to zucchini and serve.

Serves 2


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From: MSN NicknameCanadianShe_Wolf�?/nobr>Sent: 10/21/2007 7:34 PM
 

Creamy Onion, Garlic and Dill Beans

Metric Ingredient Imperial
175 ml chicken broth 3/4 cup
750 g whole green beans, trimmed 1 1/2 lb
30 ml butter 2 tbsp
125 ml red onion, finely chopped 1/2 cup
2 garlic cloves, minced 2
15 ml all purpose flour 1 tbsp
50 ml dry white wine 1/4 cup
175 ml half `n half cream 3/4 cup
15 ml fresh dill, chopped 1 tbsp
- salt & pepper to taste -
In a large deep skillet; bring broth to a boil. Add beans. Reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes or until tender. Drain and transfer to medium bowl.

In same skillet; melt butter over medium-low heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft. Add flour and mix well. Heat and stir for 2 minutes. Add wine. Heat and stir for about 2 minutes until boiling and slightly thickened.

Add cream, dill, salt and pepper. Heat and stir over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through. Add beans. Toss until beans are hot and evenly coated.

Serves 6


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From: MSN NicknameCanadianShe_Wolf�?/nobr>Sent: 10/25/2007 12:13 PM

Layered Bake Zucchini

Metric Ingredient Imperial
30 ml butter 2 tbsp
1 small onion, chopped 1
1 medium zucchini, sliced 1
- large tomato, sliced -
2 ml dried oregano 1/2 tsp
1 egg, beaten 1
125 ml gruyee cheese, grated 1/2 cup
In a skillet, over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add onion and zucchini; saute for 2 minutes. Transfer to shallow ovenproof dish. Place tomato slices on top. Sprinkle with oregano, salt and pepper to taste.

In a small bowl; combine egg and cheese. Spoon over tomato. Bake in preheated 350 F (180 C) oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until top is golden.

Serves 4


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From: MSN NicknameCanadianShe_Wolf�?/nobr>Sent: 11/22/2007 2:07 PM

Apple, Parsnip & Sweet Potato Crumble

Metric Ingredient Imperial
1 L parsnips, cut into large chunks 4 cup
1 L sweet potatoes, cut into large chunks 4 cup
375 ml chicken broth 1 1/2 cup
375 ml apple juice 1 1/2 cup
15 ml butter 1 tbsp
3 apples, peeled & chopped 3
5 ml dried thyme leaves 1 tsp
- salt & pepper to taste -
250 ml fresh bread crumbs 1 cup
75 ml walnuts, chopped 1/3 cup
75 ml cheddar cheese, grated 1/3 cup
40 ml butter, melted 3 tbsp
30 ml brown sugar 2 tbsp
In a large saucepan; combine parsnips, sweet potatoes, broth and apple juice. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low, cooking for 10 minutes. Partially uncover and cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until fork tender. Drain off all but 1/2 cup (125 ml) of the broth. Mash vegetables.

Meanwhile, in large skillet; heat butter over medium high heat. Add apples. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes. Sprinkle on thyme, salt and pepper. Continue to cook, stirring often, for 2 to 4 minutes or until apples are carmelized and soft.

Stir apples into mashed vegetables. Pour into greased baking dish.

In a medium bowl; add bread crumbs, walnuts, cheese, melted butter and brown sugar. Toss until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over vegetables. Bake in preheated 375 F (190 C) oven for 30 minutes or until golden.

Serves 8


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From: MSN NicknameCanadianShe_Wolf�?/nobr>Sent: 11/24/2007 1:44 AM

Herbed Zucchini and Carrots

Metric Ingredient Imperial
250 ml carrots, sliced 1 cup
4 medium zucchini, cut into julienne strips 4
30 ml butter 2 tbsp
5 ml dried sage leaves 1 tsp
1 ml dried dill weed 1/4 tsp
10 ml lemon juice 2 tsp
- salt & pepper to taste -
In a large steamer; steam carrots for approximately 3 minutes. Add zucchini and continue steaming for 4 to 6 minutes until vegetables are tender crisp.

In a medium skillet; melt butter over medium heat. Stir in carrots, zucchini and remaining ingredients. Cook uncovered 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently, until hot.

Serves 4


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