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On The Menu~ Week Of May 30, 2011

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh286wDeobNNrlSXsTH1TxwMxXGtN5At6rq6tb4WKn6Wd2Z-bphAdahPaS_JVCA5K-ldZJ2tSvuYh9Q7MAUqdOx7j7o-OYSdqZDeUdDpPjgXdbTR9HowKJkrPr4DAn2Pb2jm8moELouaV8/s1600/Weekly+Menu+5-30-11.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh286wDeobNNrlSXsTH1TxwMxXGtN5At6rq6tb4WKn6Wd2Z-bphAdahPaS_JVCA5K-ldZJ2tSvuYh9Q7MAUqdOx7j7o-OYSdqZDeUdDpPjgXdbTR9HowKJkrPr4DAn2Pb2jm8moELouaV8/s640/Weekly+Menu+5-30-11.png" t8="true" width="426px" /></a></div><div align="center"><br /></div><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Tuesday</span><br /><strong>Lobster Stuffed Salmon Roll-Ups</strong><br /><strong>Green Beans With Brown Butter And  Pine Nuts</strong><br /><strong>Watermelon and Feta Salad</strong><br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Watermelon Feta Salad</span><br /><em>There are so many variations of this summer salad. I tend to like this easy straightforward version!</em><br />3 cups watermelon, cubed and no seeds<br />1/2 cup feta cheese<br />1/4 red onion, sliced into paper thin rings (sometimes I omit the onion)<br />2 TBS fresh mint leaves, chopped<br />drizzle of aged balsamic vinegar<br />drizzle of olive oil<br /><br />Combine the watermelon, feta, onion and mint in a large bowl. Drizzle vinegar and oil. Toss and serve immediately.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/watermelon-and-feta-salad">Printable Version</a><br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Wednesday</span><br /><strong>Balsamic Grilled Chicken</strong><br /><strong>Grilled Asparagus With Shaved Manchego </strong><br /><strong>Tasty Taters</strong><br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Balsamic Marinade Grilled Chicken</span><br />8 chicken thighs or combo of thighs and drummies<br />StoneGable Marinade<br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">StoneGable Marinade:</span><br />2/3 cup olive oil<br />1/4 cup balsamic vinegar<br />2 garlic cloves, pressed or chopped finely<br />2 tsp mustard<br />juice of 1 lemon<br />1 TBS Worcestershire sauce<br />pinch of salt and pepper<br />1/4 cup basil chiffonades<br /><br />Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl and transfer to a large zip lock bag. Add chicken and marinade 2-8 hours.<br /><br />Heat grill to medium. When grill is heated cook chicken for 10 minutes on one side with the grill lid down. Turn chicken and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until done and the juices run clear.<br /><a href="http://www.blogger.com/8%20chicken%20thighs%20or%20combo%20of%20thighs%20and%20drummiesStoneGable%20MarinadeStoneGable%20Marinade:2/3%20cup%20olive%20oil1/4%20cup%20balsamic%20vinegar2%20garlic%20cloves,%20pressed%20or%20chopped%20finely2%20tsp%20mustardjuice%20of%201%20lemon1%20TBS%20Worchestershire%20saucepinch%20of%20salt%20and%20pepper1/4%20cup%20basil%20chiffonadesWhisk%20all%20ingredients%20together%20in%20a%20bowl%20and%20transfer%20to%20a%20large%20zip%20lock%20bag.%20Add%20chicken%20and%20marinade%202-8%20hours.Heat%20grill%20to%20medium.%20When%20grill%20is%20heated%20cook%20chicken%20for%2010%20minutes%20on%20one%20side%20with%20the%20grill%20lid%20down.%20Turn%20chicken%20and%20cook%20for%20an%20additional%205-10%20minutes%20until%20done%20and%20the%20juices%20run%20clear.https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/balsamic-marinade-grilled-chicken">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Thursday</span><br /><strong>Linguine With Pesto</strong><br /><strong>Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil Salad</strong><br /><strong>Bread Sticks</strong><br /><br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381869003916365394" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvBiZNOrYff_osgH8nX5hm3mQ3jG6DMl7gSRkqmJ5CF0gr19q0idZnkNB-m_1tneGXRxaiSrgPq5TY29ajdbVQpe8kluqn-kfB2YyRQg6uN0g_jsOCw5rDDFImCgJcXwEKPHNEMs_oJf4/s640/DSC08014.JPG" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" /><br /><div align="center"></div><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Pesto</span><br />Everyone should make pesto at least once. Because if you do you will make it often and keep it frozen and use it all year! For this scrumptious "green gold" made from basil click <a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2009/09/pesto-as-summers-heat-gives-way-to.html">HERE</a>.  In today's dish a lovely artisan linguine is tossed with pesto and served with shaved Parmesan Cheese. Reserve a little pasta water to thin down pesto if it is too thick.  Heavenly!<br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Salad</span><br />Oh, I love love love the pure delicate taste of fresh Mozzarella and vine ripened tomatoes (okay, good store bought plum tomatoes for now) sliced and beautiful alternated on a plate. The smell of freshly cut chiffonades of basil sprinkled on top of the Mozzarella and tomatoes and a healthy drizzle of very good olive oil putting a fragrant shine on everything! Don't forget a hand sprinkled dash of sea salt and a turn of the pepper mill!  There you have it! Easy, basic and PERFECT! A beauty of a dish!<br /><br /><br /><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHRE7D4qOrRQaiFoTV0Ew-0jvGOwxR5obQQQLcyzgzp0iIncJrpKV-0B7alwNtKBw_v-prJBwzx-_c_nwou1rsOA5o050pwvyIs2PmAfOmODWyEUuzG_1Vjq3TSLdwK2divk49AvKVGm5u/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_9390.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" ox="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHRE7D4qOrRQaiFoTV0Ew-0jvGOwxR5obQQQLcyzgzp0iIncJrpKV-0B7alwNtKBw_v-prJBwzx-_c_nwou1rsOA5o050pwvyIs2PmAfOmODWyEUuzG_1Vjq3TSLdwK2divk49AvKVGm5u/s640/Copy+of+IMG_9390.JPG" width="428px" /></a></div><br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Fresh Mozzarella</span><br />If you ever thought, "Can I make this myself?", this recipe will make you feel so accomplished. It is quite easy, and the mozzarella you can make in your own kitchen is far more excellent than anything you can buy. Click <a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2010/08/making-fresh-mozzarella.html">HERE</a> to try you hand at cheese making!<br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Easy Garlic Parmesan Breadsticks</span><br />1 1/2 cups warm water<br />1 TBS sugar<br />1 tsp salt<br />1 TBS dry active yeast<br />3 1/2 cups flour<br />1/2 cup olive oil<br />1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan Cheese<br />garlic salt<br /><br />Mix water, sugar, salt and yeast together and let yeast activate (about 10 minutes).  Add flour and stir together with a fork. <br /><br />Turn dough out on to a floured surface and kneed for a couple of minutes until the dough holds together and is elastic. Form into a ball and cut off 32 equal pieces. <br /><br />Mix Parmesan cheese and garlic salt on a piece of parchment paper.<br /><br />Roll each piece of dough into a snake and and brush with oil. Dredge in cheese. Put breadsticks  on 2 large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.<br /><br />Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Let breadsticks proof for 20 minutes and cook for 15 minutes. Serve hot. YUMMY!<br /><br />*These may be make ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator until ready to bake. Take them out of the oven 45 minutes before baking.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/easy-garlic-parmesan-breadsticks">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Friday~ Company's Coming For Lunch</span><br />Strawberry Spinach Salad With  Champagne Vinaigrette<br />Wild Mushroom Bisque<br />Asparagus Tart<br />Individual Strawberry Pies<br />StoneGable Iced Tea<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Strawberry Spinach Salad With Champagne Vinaigrette</span><br />1/3 cup pecans, toasted and rough chopped<br />1-2 bag baby spinach, rinsed (I'm using baby leaf lettuce from my garden)<br />1 cup sliced fresh strawberries<br />2 TBS red onion, sliced paper thin and chopped (I sometimes omit these or use green onions)<br />2-3 TBS crumbed bleu cheese<br />1/2 cup good olive oil<br />3 TBS champagne vinegar<br />1/2 tsp sugar or honey<br />1/4 tsp dijon mustard<br /><br />Toss spinach, strawberries, onions, bleu cheese and toasted pecans in a salad bowl.<br /><br />In a jar with a tightly fitted lid combine, olive oil, vinegar, honey and mustard. Shake till combined.<br />Drizzle over salad and toss.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/strawberry-spinach-salad">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Wild Mushroom Bisque</span><br />This is a fabulous soup! So company worthy. My sister-in-law made it during a visit and I have made it several times since. <br />2 TBS olive oil<br />12 oz. various varieties mushrooms, chopped<br />2.5 quarts chicken stock<br />1 chicken bullion cube<br />1 beef bullion cube<br />20 oz. whole milk<br />7 oz. roux (equal parts butter and flour)<br />20 oz. heavy cream (I'm using no fat half and half)<br />salt and pepper<br />6 oz. sauteed mushroom caps, chopped<br /><br />Heat the oil in a dutch oven and add mushroom. Saute approximately 6 minutes or until mushrooms are soft. Do not let them brown.<br />Add stock, bullion cubes and milk.<br />Bring to a boil and add the warm roux. Whisk it in so it dissolves. No lumps!<br />Add cream, salt and pepper.<br />Let simmer for a half hour. Do not boil.<br />Saute the diced mushroom caps and add to the soup.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/wild-mushroom-bisque-1">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Asparagus Tart</span><br />Look for this delicious recipe on an upcoming Foodie Friday.<br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Individual Strawberry Pies</span><br />Look for this recipe on an upcoming Foodie Friday!<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Saturday</span><br /><strong>Artichoke Parmesan Turkey Pesto Panini</strong><br /><strong>Homemade Potato Chips</strong><br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Artichoke Parmesan Turkey Pesto Panini</span><br />I love the delicious sandwiches at Panera Bread! I thought I would try to craft something as delicious at home. <br />4 slices great artisan sourdough bread<br />2-3 oz. lean honey smoked turkey, deli<br />Pamesan cheese, shaved slices for 2 sandwiches<br />1/4 cup Artichoke Parmesan spread, jarred<br />2 tsp pesto (see above recipe)<br />1 red onion, peeled and sliced into thin rounds<br />1 TBS olive oil<br />dash of sugar <br />butter<br /><br />In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Add thinly sliced onions and a dash of sugar. Cook over medium low heat until onions browned and caramelized, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat and reserve.<br /><br />Lay out 4 slices of bread. Spread 2 slices with pesto and 2 with Artichoke Parmesan spread. Pile turkey and shaved Parmesan on top of the pesto. Top with caramelized onions (refrigerate any left for later use). <br /><br />Butter each side of bread and cook in Panini press, George Forman, or a skillet until browned and warm inside.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/artichoke-parmesan-turkey-pesto-panini">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Homemade Potato Chips</span><br />Look for Homemade Potato Chips in an upcoming Foodie Friday.<br /><br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Sunday: Slow Cooker Day</span><br /><strong>Sausage And Peppers</strong><br /><strong>Crusty Rolls</strong><br /><strong>Homemade Coleslaw</strong><br /><strong><br /></strong><br /><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Slow Cooker Sausage And Peppers</span><br />2 lbs. sweet Italian Turkey Sausage<br />1 TBS olive oil<br />3 large bell pepper, green, yellow and red, seeded and cut into strips<br />1 large yellow sweet onion, peeled and slivered<br />2 cloves garlic, finely diced or pressed<br />1 TBS fresh thyme, minced<br />1/3 cup dry red wine<br /><br />Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausages and brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the slow cooker. Add wine to the skillet and bring it to a simmer, scraping up all the brown bits. Pour over sausage.<br /><br />Add onions, peppers, garlic and thyme to the slow cooker. Cook on LOW for 6 hours or until done. Serve sausages and peppers in crusty rolls.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/slow-cooker-sausage-and-peppers">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">H</span>ere's <span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">What Else Is Cooking</span> At StoneGable:<br /><br /><br /><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm3hMwB8RUt7kPEk_onvjC_KrQdvbZh-eLOXLqeEcaQiBtfIljpnHGu3vQO_eOAgt9uWz_bz8u1aDNtF9D_WUND045GiN7IVYmOcpKfpT_9rZ1ptW0e1UHWsx9rda48sh5iRhVYmJlzwc/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_4136.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" n4="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm3hMwB8RUt7kPEk_onvjC_KrQdvbZh-eLOXLqeEcaQiBtfIljpnHGu3vQO_eOAgt9uWz_bz8u1aDNtF9D_WUND045GiN7IVYmOcpKfpT_9rZ1ptW0e1UHWsx9rda48sh5iRhVYmJlzwc/s640/Copy+of+IMG_4136.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2011/01/sour-cream-scones.html"><span style="color: #274e13;">SOUR CREAM SCONES</span></a></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi7DYf-5iOMKHXiYeyXYaCJhbQMr_APj2_pUv5FAL1LqixscZetf6YFtmbntjqrm_twN1Ha10f4pU6liSVwewPhVU3-uocNCgfiWQHvQeGCLTBC_MzWiqiMQFlI1iiLghFFk7mc5r1t35c/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7377.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi7DYf-5iOMKHXiYeyXYaCJhbQMr_APj2_pUv5FAL1LqixscZetf6YFtmbntjqrm_twN1Ha10f4pU6liSVwewPhVU3-uocNCgfiWQHvQeGCLTBC_MzWiqiMQFlI1iiLghFFk7mc5r1t35c/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7377.JPG" width="428px" /></a></div><div align="center"><a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2010/07/easy-and-delicious-stonegable-iced-tea.html"><span style="color: #274e13;">STONEGABLE ICED TEA</span></a></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">F</span>or these and other<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;"> StoneGable</span> printable recipes click <a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">HERE</span></a>.</div><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfnQl7Y87KblfPt37-X50-kDDK2fTzHgqNnwBYXAGPJoDHfG1j4ynYlxmxYecxeHHSAMwjHJew4etqy9L8Yz2YXznyRUHzGVBoIygC-QL6jgPeOTBt7xlPI19ZX8HjCels0MmO-IvnWZc/s1600/Bon+Appetit+5-30-11.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfnQl7Y87KblfPt37-X50-kDDK2fTzHgqNnwBYXAGPJoDHfG1j4ynYlxmxYecxeHHSAMwjHJew4etqy9L8Yz2YXznyRUHzGVBoIygC-QL6jgPeOTBt7xlPI19ZX8HjCels0MmO-IvnWZc/s640/Bon+Appetit+5-30-11.png" t8="true" width="426px" /></a></div><div align="center"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><script type="text/javascript">var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? 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On The Menu~ Week Of May 30, 2011

Tuesday Lobster Stuffed Salmon Roll-Ups Green Beans With Brown Butter And  Pine Nuts Watermelon and Feta Salad Recipe: Watermelon Feta Salad...

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Memorial Day 2011

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div align="center"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi41X5zgREjN8n3U1LCebSNgwXuZGtviwFg7PMEO693Kew7p8OTa0f6sprOGS0mWyeKTNGcm8_f3V7wXihY18wMhEGTDY8nKVJSiV6Zo5t4yrNS1ZEnVhtxL1IdFszLRabIuCESdH-smoo/s1600/Sunday+Scripture+Memorial+Day+2011.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi41X5zgREjN8n3U1LCebSNgwXuZGtviwFg7PMEO693Kew7p8OTa0f6sprOGS0mWyeKTNGcm8_f3V7wXihY18wMhEGTDY8nKVJSiV6Zo5t4yrNS1ZEnVhtxL1IdFszLRabIuCESdH-smoo/s640/Sunday+Scripture+Memorial+Day+2011.png" t8="true" width="426px" /></a></div><br /></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">In Flanders Fields</span></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center">In Flanders fields the poppies blow</div><div style="text-align: center;">Between the crosses, row on row</div><div style="text-align: center;">That mark our place; and in the sky</div><div style="text-align: center;">The larks, still bravely singing, fly</div><div style="text-align: center;">Scarce heard amid the guns below.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">We are the Dead. Short days ago</div><div style="text-align: center;">We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,</div><div style="text-align: center;">Loved and were loved, and now we lie</div><div style="text-align: center;">In Flanders fields.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Take up our quarrel with the foe:</div><div style="text-align: center;">To you from failing hands we throw</div><div style="text-align: center;">The torch; be yours to hold it high.</div><div style="text-align: center;">If ye break faith with us who die</div><div style="text-align: center;">We shall not sleep, though poppies grow</div><div style="text-align: center;">In Flanders fields.<span style="font-size: x-small;">    John McCrae</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">G</span>od bless our fallen <span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">patriots</span>, those who have <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">bravely</span> served or are serving now, and their <span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">faithful </span>families!</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">God Bless America</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">I<span style="color: black; font-size: small;"> am participating in:</span></span><br /><a href="http://thetablescaper.blogspot.com/2011/05/seasonal-sundays-51-happy-memorial-day.html"><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">Seasonal Sundays</span></a> at <span style="font-size: x-large;">The Tablescapers</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><script type="text/javascript">var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); </script></div><script type="text/javascript">try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-11244474-1"); pageTracker._trackPageview(); } catch(err) {} </script>

Memorial Day 2011

In Flanders Fields In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still...

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An Unexpected Trip

<div align="center"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3VEfjLzbsF-VCjuJYL4Dlr54DHvwrqTWl2o7HlbgTUtBdJTt7LqOArsQTRvcvI5jL2fXFQE4CBMkVNcazFVh9k1EoCM-BEdjNC_V30UwDJXLGSY1hxeL6E5AY_i0KJreIJBuWy-UIdI/s1600/Memorial+Day+2011.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3VEfjLzbsF-VCjuJYL4Dlr54DHvwrqTWl2o7HlbgTUtBdJTt7LqOArsQTRvcvI5jL2fXFQE4CBMkVNcazFVh9k1EoCM-BEdjNC_V30UwDJXLGSY1hxeL6E5AY_i0KJreIJBuWy-UIdI/s640/Memorial+Day+2011.png" t8="true" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">I </span>have missed my blogging friends and dear readers this week, but an unexpected trip to the hospital has kept me out of commission! I had an almost fatal reaction to some back pain meds. Luckily, a three day stay in our local hospital kept me out of danger. I returned home yesterday weak, but in good spirits! Thanks to all my friends and family for your prayers!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">L</span>ook for "<span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;">On The Menu</span>"  Sunday evening. Until then, I am taking it easy and getting my strength back.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">I</span> wish everyone a very happy<span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;"> Memorial Day</span>. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">I </span>am so grateful for our brave<span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;"> heros</span> who serve our great country and for the one's who have given the <span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">ultimate sacrifice</span> so we can all be <span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;">free</span>. <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">God </span>bless you and your families! You are our true<span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;"> national treasures</span>!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><script type="text/javascript">var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); </script></div><script type="text/javascript">try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-11244474-1"); pageTracker._trackPageview(); } catch(err) {} </script>

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On The Menu At StoneGable~ Week Of May 23,2011

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji7ENmUyV2H2gKRdbo3pM0WKhUecNPPk7LG2dxTzDQ4GSQyxZDT-VwDgxlp4BTndxYj2kDVPBqPbxNu7aRLabZ3EIHs4KK9_iomvQ3egqeO6HinHJK8opCJ7HOofnPstvTb3qh6CaAHv0/s1600/Weekly+Menu+5-23-11.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji7ENmUyV2H2gKRdbo3pM0WKhUecNPPk7LG2dxTzDQ4GSQyxZDT-VwDgxlp4BTndxYj2kDVPBqPbxNu7aRLabZ3EIHs4KK9_iomvQ3egqeO6HinHJK8opCJ7HOofnPstvTb3qh6CaAHv0/s640/Weekly+Menu+5-23-11.png" width="426px" /></a></div><div align="center"><br /></div><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;">H</span><span style="color: black;">ere at <span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">StoneGable</span> we are gearing up for the official start to the <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">Summer</span>! Lots of work going on outside... weeding, mulching, <span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;">planting</span>, power washing and organizing...getting StoneGable spit-polished for the <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">holiday</span> weekend. Now if only the weather would cooperate! The weather report for the some of the week is rainy, hot and humid. NOT my kind of weather at all! </span><br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;">W</span>e are flying <span style="color: #990000; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Old Glory</span> proudly. Our flags have been lovingly tucked away for the winter, and now are <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">unfurled</span> in all their <span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;">star-spangled</span> glory! I LOVE to see them "<span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">flying proud</span>" around our home. Look for an upcoming post about flags.<br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;"><strong>Monday</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Balsamic Glazed Roast Chicken Thighs</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Sauteed Rice</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Green Beans </span><br /><span style="color: #990000;"><br /></span><br /><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Balsamic Glazed Roast Chicken Thighs</span><br />8 chicken thighs<br />1 TBS dried thyme<br />1/3 cup red currant jelly<br />3 TBS balsamic vinegar <br />flat leaf parsley, chopped, for garnish<br />salt and pepper<br /><br />Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a large baking sheet and lightly oil.<br /><br />Salt and pepper chicken. Rub with 2 1/2 tsp of thyme. Put chicken bone side up on baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.<br /><br />Meanwhile, put jelly, vinegar and 1/2 tsp of dried thyme into a small saucepan and heat over medium low heat until jam melts.<br /><br />Turn chicken meat side up. Brush generously with jelly glaze. continue to roast, brushing with glaze until cooked through, about 20 minutes. Garnish with parsley.<br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;"><strong>Tuesday</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Spanakopita</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Fresh Berries</span><br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Spanakopita</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Spanakopita is a Greek Spinach Pie wrapped in delicate layers of phyllo! Doesn't that sound scrumptious?</span><br />3 TBS olive oil<br />6 green onions, chopped (white and green)<br />2 cloves garlic, chopped or pressed<br />2 lbs fresh spinach, rinsed and chopped<br />1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped<br />2 large eggs<br />1/2 cup ricotta cheese<br />1/4 cup parmesan cheese<br />1 cup feta cheese<br />1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs<br />2 TBS fresh dill, finely chopped<br />1 package phyllo dough<br />1/4 cup melted butter<br />1/4 cup olive oil<br />Preheat oven to 350 degrees.<br /><br />Filling: In a large saute pan, heat 3 TBS olive oil over medium heat. Add green onions and cook until tender. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add spinach and parsley and cook until spinach is wilted and heated through. Salt and pepper. Take off heat and cool. If spinach mixture is watery squeeze out any liquid.<br /><br />In a large bowl, beat 2 eggs. Add ricotta, Parmesan, feta, bread crumbs and dill. Beat together. Once spinach mixture is cooled, add it to the cheese mixture.<br /><br />Phyllo: Combine melted butter and oil. Place 1 phyllo sheet on a clean work surface. Brush with butter/oil.<br /><br />Put another sheet of phyllo on top of the first. Repeat for 10 layers. Remember to cover phyllo sheets not in use with a piece of parchment/plastic wrap/waxed paper and a barely damp tea towel.<br /><br />Assembly: Put the layered phyllo sheets in a 9x9 pan. The ends of the phylo will stick over the edges. Fill with spinach mixtures. Bring phyllo over top of the spinach mixture.<br /><br />Make another 10 layer phyllo dough like above. Cut phyllo to fit the top of the pan and GENTLY score the phyllo top into serving sizes. Only score through the first half of the phyllo sheets. Put phyllo on top of the pie.<br /><br />Bake for 20-25 minutes until top is browned and the pie is hot.<br /><br />Cut and serve. <br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-spanakopita">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;"><strong>Wednesday: Soup Day</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Nani's Chicken Noodle Soup</span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWB4WnbPqToMY90d3GYpZQxuXInA5bVFrFfM71BPm_jlFy4Qu65z7_HsJpnDACSkTEhgJr84nTjZe_HpYSWkZ6-MvBZXW3-hul2CotZmBhi8XJmD_e4kthNC2BgfnHcb7MYE8M13DjlMw/s1600-h/DSC09012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ps="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWB4WnbPqToMY90d3GYpZQxuXInA5bVFrFfM71BPm_jlFy4Qu65z7_HsJpnDACSkTEhgJr84nTjZe_HpYSWkZ6-MvBZXW3-hul2CotZmBhi8XJmD_e4kthNC2BgfnHcb7MYE8M13DjlMw/s640/DSC09012.JPG" /></a><br /><div align="center"></div><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Nani's Chicken Noodle Soup</span><br />I have a stockpile of this wonderful, flavor-filled soup in my freezer! I make a big pot of soup and freeze it in meal size containers. Do not put the noodles in the soup, they will get soggy and lose their flavor. Just make thin noodles and put them right into the bowl. Pour hot soup over noodles and... YUMMY! Click <a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2010/01/how-to-make-perfect-chicken-noodle-soup.html">HERE</a> for this hearty soup.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/nani-s-chicken-noodle-soup">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;"><strong>Thursday</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Baked Haddock With Green Goddess Dressing</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Bed Of Spinach Sauteed In Garlic Oil</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Baked Potato</span><br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Baked Haddock With Green Goddess Dressing</span><br />2 lbs fresh haddock<br />salt and pepper<br />1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs<br />4 TBS melted butter, divided<br />Green Goddess Dressing, recipe follows<br /><br />Preheat oven to 350 degrees.<br />Coat the bottom of a baking dish with 1 TBS melted butter. Pat dry fish with a paper towel. Salt and pepper fish.  Put fish in the baking dish.<br /><br />In a small bowl, add panko bread crumbs and remaining melted butter. Mix to coat. Put bread crumbs over fish.<br /><br /><br /><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBw7J1zjRw8DvpOpQYcPt_vMOUuWvR6IiEDmCDq1sSjxPX3rCJNGSH_67R10MxgmXId9J0ZD94XpjZqEUWtHtaHvp3HbpCRRqxbubVrxNXNgkCAIOJ_z0PeAU0axGlxuphGewhHexWTck/s1600/Project1.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBw7J1zjRw8DvpOpQYcPt_vMOUuWvR6IiEDmCDq1sSjxPX3rCJNGSH_67R10MxgmXId9J0ZD94XpjZqEUWtHtaHvp3HbpCRRqxbubVrxNXNgkCAIOJ_z0PeAU0axGlxuphGewhHexWTck/s640/Project1.png" width="426px" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Green Goddess Dressing</span><br />Pretty green color infused with flecks of herbs, Green Goddess Dressing works on more than salads. Great on chicken and veggies too! But I enjoy it best on fish. Click <a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2011/05/green-goddess-dressing.html">HERE</a> for this versatile recipe.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-green-goddess-dressing">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;"><strong>Friday: Company's Coming</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Arugula, Shaved Parmesan, Toasted Pinenuts In A Lemon Vinaigrette</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Braised Short Ribs</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Cheesy Polent</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Pie In A Jar~Berry Pies</span><br /><br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-family: Courier New; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Arugual, Shaved Parmesan, Toasted Pinenuts In A Lemon Vinaigrette</span><br /><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><em>This is a real crowd pleaser and is a compliment for just about any meal. So fast and easy to make, I can even make this up ahead and assemble it in a flash! </em></span><br />1 bag of FREST baby arugula<br />1/4 cup shaved good parmesan<br />3-4 TBS toasted pine nuts<br />1/4 cup good olive oil<br />juice of 1 juicy lemon<br />1/4 tsp dijon mustard<br />good dash of kosher salt<br /><br />Put the bagged arugula in a large salad bowl. <br /><br />In a small jar add oil, lemon juice, mustard and salt. Put lid on jar and shake to emulsify. Pour just enough dressing over arugula to coat. Refrigerate the rest.<br /><br />Add Parmesan and pine nuts. Mix. Serve immediately!<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-arugula-shaved-parmesan-and-pine-nuts-in-a-lemon-vinaigrette">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Braised Short Ribs</span><br />I will make these a day or two ahead, refrigerate, degrease and concentrate the sauce. <br />1 cup dry red wine<br />2/3 cups ketchup<br />2 TBS tomato paste<br />3 TBS soy sauce<br />1 TBS Worcestershire sauce<br />2 cloves garlic, pressed<br />2 TBS dark brown sugar<br />1 large onion, chopped<br />pepper<br />4 lbs short ribs<br /><br />Combine wine, ketchup, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, brown sugar, onions and pepper in the slow cooker. Add short rib and make sure the ribs are totally submerged to coat. Cook on low for 7-8 hours, until very tender.<br /><br /><br /><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihslMZ8G7_gnjhGEcvTEHHZdp8oxyy29BikkituXGs58_oQn3tzQDEbgGBNVUNevNgs8br9DjfNwmxmzrvKREhA9_dtMN3BBwoN1syJVUjsJw2SGiu2LQT-NosYFbukT4i0aQe15HXcO_d/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7092.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihslMZ8G7_gnjhGEcvTEHHZdp8oxyy29BikkituXGs58_oQn3tzQDEbgGBNVUNevNgs8br9DjfNwmxmzrvKREhA9_dtMN3BBwoN1syJVUjsJw2SGiu2LQT-NosYFbukT4i0aQe15HXcO_d/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7092.JPG" width="428px" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Pie In A Jar~ Berry Pie</span><br />This is just as fun to make as it is delicious to eat! A WOW dessert! Perfect for a sassy ending to a dinner party or a family picnic. <br /><br />Click <a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2010/07/pie-in-jar.html">HERE</a> for a great tutorial, recipes and lots of pictures!<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-pie-in-a-jar">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;"><strong>Saturday</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Grilled Honey Teriyaki Chicken</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Asian Coslaw</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Sticky Rice</span><br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Grilled Honey Teriyaki Chicken</span><br />4 chicken thighs<br />4 drummies<br />1 cup teriyaki sauce<br />1/4 cup lemon juice<br />2 TBS honey<br />2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic<br />2 teaspoons sesame oil<br /><br />Preheat grill to medium.<br /><br />Combine teriyaki sauce, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic and sesame oil in a bowl. Transfer to a zip lock bag and add chicken. Marinade for 2 to 8 hours. <br /><br />Grill chicken for 10-15 minutes on both sides until done and the juices run clear.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-gilled-honeyteriyaki-chicken">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Asian Coslaw</span><br />1 cup canola oil<br />1/2 cup sugar<br />1/3 cup cider vinegar<br />2 packages Ramen Oriental beef soup seasoning packet<br />1 lb. package coleslaw salad mix<br />2 packages Ramen Oriental beef noodles (do not cook)<br />1 cup salted sunflower seeds<br />1 cup toasted slivered almonds<br />1/2 cup carrots <br />3 green onions, use white and light green parts, finely chopped<br /><br />Mix oil, sugar, vinegar and soup seasoning packet well and refrigerate overnight.<br /><br />Break up the raw noodles. Mix the remaining ingredients, add the raw broken noodles and add the dressing. Toss and serve.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/asian-coslaw">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;"><strong>Sunday</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Grilled Chicken Ceasar Salad</span><br /><br /><br /><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij4tpADrGUO86StxvfUumq4CLsRKuGcN7P37iq4GbDybLx1jCnXDoU4Ak1lUHlQNYRhcNoP_jTALvfLA5XzOX5-EsZphbDJip6-eRJwiXUeYeROvYIiEwZ1Lb01wXnAjiFql01PxbcKlA/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_3903.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" n4="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij4tpADrGUO86StxvfUumq4CLsRKuGcN7P37iq4GbDybLx1jCnXDoU4Ak1lUHlQNYRhcNoP_jTALvfLA5XzOX5-EsZphbDJip6-eRJwiXUeYeROvYIiEwZ1Lb01wXnAjiFql01PxbcKlA/s640/Copy+of+IMG_3903.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div align="center"><br /></div><br /><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Ceasar Salad</span><br />A big favorite at StoneGable, Ceasar Salad makes a great meal! Click <a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2011/01/stonegable-ceasar-salad.html">HERE</a> for this classic salad. We are adding chicken marinaded in StoneGable's Ceasar Dressing and grilled to delicious perfection!<br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;"><strong>Memorial Day Cookout</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">StoneGable Hamburgers On the Grill</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Broccoli Salad</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">StoneGable Potato Salad</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">Watermellon</span><br /><span style="color: #990000;">StoneGable Iced Tea</span><br /><br /><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: StoneGable Hamburgers</span><br />Oh, I could eat these several times of week! That good! <br />1 lb 85% ground beef (no lower fat content)<br />1 package Lipton Onion Soup Mix<br />3 TBS water<br />3 TBS Worchestershire Sauce (or more... we like lots!)<br />Freshly ground pepper<br />Pinch of salt<br /><br />Heat up the grill to medium heat.<br /><br />Put ground beef in a large bowl. Add the rest of the ingredients and GENTLY mix. Do not smoosh or your hamburger will be tough. GENTLY form into hamburgers. We love large hamburgers so I usually double the recipe. Grill until done to your liking. DO NOT press hamburger down with spatula! We want all those wonderful juices to stay IN the hamburger. So yummy!<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-hamburgers-on-the-grill">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi7DYf-5iOMKHXiYeyXYaCJhbQMr_APj2_pUv5FAL1LqixscZetf6YFtmbntjqrm_twN1Ha10f4pU6liSVwewPhVU3-uocNCgfiWQHvQeGCLTBC_MzWiqiMQFlI1iiLghFFk7mc5r1t35c/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_7377.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi7DYf-5iOMKHXiYeyXYaCJhbQMr_APj2_pUv5FAL1LqixscZetf6YFtmbntjqrm_twN1Ha10f4pU6liSVwewPhVU3-uocNCgfiWQHvQeGCLTBC_MzWiqiMQFlI1iiLghFFk7mc5r1t35c/s640/Copy+of+IMG_7377.JPG" width="428px" /></a></div><div align="center"></div><br /><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: StoneGable Iced Tea</span><br />My mother made this as I was growing up. I just tweaked it a little to make it decaf and low calorie. If you open my frig from May through September you will always find a big pitcher of StoneGable Iced Tea!<br />Click <a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2010/07/easy-and-delicious-stonegable-iced-tea.html">HERE</a> for the recipe and pictures!<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-iced-tea">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJJjCjO3IOCGbxSsoZeL1YzHMQ3YVY4Uz3VElZzayHO1dCAafHPGmiwB4Db6vBUijRdk2_duXXytkw4ZpXk-g0MqxXjlRI0q3M_7wEvWfANIwP7-Dsv10Mgai1CV1m8c_rJ7erYATT2es/s1600/Bon+Appetit+5-23-11.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJJjCjO3IOCGbxSsoZeL1YzHMQ3YVY4Uz3VElZzayHO1dCAafHPGmiwB4Db6vBUijRdk2_duXXytkw4ZpXk-g0MqxXjlRI0q3M_7wEvWfANIwP7-Dsv10Mgai1CV1m8c_rJ7erYATT2es/s640/Bon+Appetit+5-23-11.png" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;">F</span>or these and other<span style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;"> FAVORITE</span> StoneGable printable recipes, click <a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/">HERE</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;">I</span> am participating in <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/">Menu Plan Monday</a> at <span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;">Organizing Junkie</span>.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><script type="text/javascript">var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? 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On The Menu At StoneGable~ Week Of May 23,2011

H ere at StoneGable we are gearing up for the official start to the Summer ! Lots of work going on outside... weeding, mulching, planting ,...

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Green Goddess Dressing

<div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBw7J1zjRw8DvpOpQYcPt_vMOUuWvR6IiEDmCDq1sSjxPX3rCJNGSH_67R10MxgmXId9J0ZD94XpjZqEUWtHtaHvp3HbpCRRqxbubVrxNXNgkCAIOJ_z0PeAU0axGlxuphGewhHexWTck/s1600/Project1.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBw7J1zjRw8DvpOpQYcPt_vMOUuWvR6IiEDmCDq1sSjxPX3rCJNGSH_67R10MxgmXId9J0ZD94XpjZqEUWtHtaHvp3HbpCRRqxbubVrxNXNgkCAIOJ_z0PeAU0axGlxuphGewhHexWTck/s640/Project1.png" width="426px" /></a></div><br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">H</span>omemade<span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;"> salad dressings</span> are little culinary<span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;"> luxuries</span>. Delicious, fresh and so flavorful! And the best part is that salad dressings are so easy to make. Once you start making them yourself you won't go back to the bottle!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">G</span>reen Goddess dressing is not named for it's herb-infused <span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">delicate</span> green color or the green onions so prominent in it's recipe... but for the 1920's play, Green Goddess.  Regardless, this wonderful herb dressing packs a big<span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;"> flavorful</span> punch wrapped in a<span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;"> creamy</span> texture!<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijSr2sezsj9DMw0oTOe4-HkgYkxSGU-cxHi-RarD4JkYBu6u1Y2r-Y0zmikYYh2U9OoIsGA7XqTbYuX_MSYINNLPnD1afewFEQc3bDAX0S6RbvhrCU4Es4rW4pOtxexEursJQwHjDxI4s/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6522.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijSr2sezsj9DMw0oTOe4-HkgYkxSGU-cxHi-RarD4JkYBu6u1Y2r-Y0zmikYYh2U9OoIsGA7XqTbYuX_MSYINNLPnD1afewFEQc3bDAX0S6RbvhrCU4Es4rW4pOtxexEursJQwHjDxI4s/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6522.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">W</span>onderful on delicate greens, such as Bibb lettuce or baby field greens, Green Goddess <span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">caresses</span> each leaf with delightful flavor. It is the<span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;"> <span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">taste</span></span><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"> </span>of Spring!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXa8HqaPOgvyxvyZuctvBbcCDFKWXMTl0HgJ01wb9K4zUYW6qRLgNPwPErLDUWhnQp4gKJxJ0NL2J13V4xmi0144mGGYCePLhCfsUGcPaeBTfV6g7Q2tMTQV1ASCbXeVoJ8Quzk1SmOHI/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6573.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXa8HqaPOgvyxvyZuctvBbcCDFKWXMTl0HgJ01wb9K4zUYW6qRLgNPwPErLDUWhnQp4gKJxJ0NL2J13V4xmi0144mGGYCePLhCfsUGcPaeBTfV6g7Q2tMTQV1ASCbXeVoJ8Quzk1SmOHI/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6573.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">B</span>ut don't just use it on a salad. This dressing is <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;">luscious</span> as a sauce drizzled over fish, chicken and vegetables.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">I</span> hope you consider making <span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">your own</span> dressing. It is like making <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;">bliss</span>!<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCkOnaW9d6M-L2SfhVq4-U5lk2Uls1Bo_daD1q6OM82EUvk_ns6SxR5KFg3GgsB56Qsu9a53ERzRMf21dvEViDF4dHUWQSRy-G2IzqpVEb69JI-bvFUUQ4Pw1_cFdxohxH1xP2kyCT7-Q/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6567.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCkOnaW9d6M-L2SfhVq4-U5lk2Uls1Bo_daD1q6OM82EUvk_ns6SxR5KFg3GgsB56Qsu9a53ERzRMf21dvEViDF4dHUWQSRy-G2IzqpVEb69JI-bvFUUQ4Pw1_cFdxohxH1xP2kyCT7-Q/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6567.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">StoneGable Green Goddess Dressing</span></div><div style="text-align: center;">1/2 cup mayonnaise</div><div style="text-align: center;">1/2 cup sour cream</div><div style="text-align: center;">1/2 cup chopped green onions, white and green</div><div style="text-align: center;">2 TBS chopped chives</div><div style="text-align: center;">2 TBS basil (or tarragon)</div><div style="text-align: center;">2 TBS parsley</div><div style="text-align: center;">1 TBS anchovy paste (don't leave this out)</div><div style="text-align: center;">4 TBS lemon juice, freshly squeezed</div><div style="text-align: center;">1 clove garlic</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">A</span>dd all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">U</span>se immediately or refrigerate.<br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">C</span>lick<span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;"> </span><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-green-goddess-dressing"><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;">HERE</span></a> for Printable Recipe.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaJIo8K_kVKNZmYZ5URfyvsLtJ_VfASQgRpvsN8sPZbjCvIJVzuDfLYaRLTAAV0_UsdPD6Af6SZSn9v2_D_4Jh1EKSJmr6VEj9hah2VigBohPnTUiYgV0bQf9VsfLYiLcaDuQkqlwHCnE/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6572.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaJIo8K_kVKNZmYZ5URfyvsLtJ_VfASQgRpvsN8sPZbjCvIJVzuDfLYaRLTAAV0_UsdPD6Af6SZSn9v2_D_4Jh1EKSJmr6VEj9hah2VigBohPnTUiYgV0bQf9VsfLYiLcaDuQkqlwHCnE/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6572.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu6JyB9JQhZ4Q3hW3EbdfXH-tv5uxs-hEN5zdCHPna8iA-x5SxLUrf8oSPmpUk8EKhG_lP01hfmVJi09xtlYMNV7SN1YbgOoQd7ayPr3D6TvWrqFdWFb9qm0-7Te3iDZvmotUcdcXlREI/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6545.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu6JyB9JQhZ4Q3hW3EbdfXH-tv5uxs-hEN5zdCHPna8iA-x5SxLUrf8oSPmpUk8EKhG_lP01hfmVJi09xtlYMNV7SN1YbgOoQd7ayPr3D6TvWrqFdWFb9qm0-7Te3iDZvmotUcdcXlREI/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6545.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">I</span> hope you enjoy this recipe!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">I </span>am participating in:<br /> <a href="http://designsbygollum.blogspot.com/2011/05/funny-foodie-friday.html"><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;">Foodie Friday</span></a> at Designs By Gollum.<br /><a href="http://annkroeker.com/2011/04/14/food-on-fridays-europe-comes-to-america/"><span style="color: #274e13; font-size: x-large;">Food On Friday</span></a> at Ann Kroeker.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><script type="text/javascript">var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? 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Green Goddess Dressing

H omemade salad dressings are little culinary luxuries . Delicious, fresh and so flavorful! And the best part is that salad dressings are...

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Lilac Tea And Sandwiches

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVfIDTxb2vRTPLNPUh0aDvGZaxX2Dxj-HHYAFvb6X1MheTr5WRmpqr_aTTYDg9lQQu1ni83UdVwKVM3JVBJbowDqyHzJDkhyphenhyphenoEBZiwbT33ZREMFSalg9C1P_o3wDqlcgLoIauGlp5Vgus/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6490.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVfIDTxb2vRTPLNPUh0aDvGZaxX2Dxj-HHYAFvb6X1MheTr5WRmpqr_aTTYDg9lQQu1ni83UdVwKVM3JVBJbowDqyHzJDkhyphenhyphenoEBZiwbT33ZREMFSalg9C1P_o3wDqlcgLoIauGlp5Vgus/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6490.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">T</span>he Princess<span style="color: #741b47; font-size: x-large;"> Lilacs</span> are in full bloom at StoneGable. And the sky is booming! It has been raining on and off for days.  I originally wanted to set a small table near the <span style="color: #4c1130; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">lilac bush</span>, but the raindrops chased me onto the front porch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJrmPHU-QmbEW4B1y2k6vrhS7nqGtatbrl8OhRQasWt-1XOsM_If50pkwiEUdOO3fFudRyG82gN57t9DfbNEiAMjGuZ30NqbhJzJFWTKHSF89BwgNI_TJqWYFktkrpoW90jOeFXBykOyw/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6488.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJrmPHU-QmbEW4B1y2k6vrhS7nqGtatbrl8OhRQasWt-1XOsM_If50pkwiEUdOO3fFudRyG82gN57t9DfbNEiAMjGuZ30NqbhJzJFWTKHSF89BwgNI_TJqWYFktkrpoW90jOeFXBykOyw/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6488.JPG" width="640px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">T</span>he inspiration for this simple table are the lilac and white <span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">vintage</span> sandwich plates. Purchased years ago, these <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">delicate</span> dishes return to my table every spring when the <span style="color: #741b47; font-size: x-large;">lilacs bloom</span>. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSofValnFqqJ6ceZ7cX4Ylxw_88z_6cNGOFaf5pYpKUeoBvd2gnoYNOYN_qX1DkIg0lFBhGKvpLRCKfS8jcErOo8lrpeOl0uINn54jsN0jb6ZbBC-X1BERuF4vI5wQnhUuY5JiaCWOdzo/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6467.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSofValnFqqJ6ceZ7cX4Ylxw_88z_6cNGOFaf5pYpKUeoBvd2gnoYNOYN_qX1DkIg0lFBhGKvpLRCKfS8jcErOo8lrpeOl0uINn54jsN0jb6ZbBC-X1BERuF4vI5wQnhUuY5JiaCWOdzo/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6467.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">G</span>reeting each guest is a <span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">teacup</span> full of lilacs!  The<span style="color: #741b47; font-size: x-large;"> aroma</span> of the lilacs is as beautiful as the flowers!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDnOhuc8tYeJ-58v39ygADBjFrVr9RTddj9IIAy3PQ9Wfqw2e6iclqenJ8VOzea-KGIA75DlNSaTDQa6OI3hViUfL18zAFsAMnKWCMk9FL_EpBBhTc_CUo5igT3BpjSijwAAHNtWUiyLs/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6462.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDnOhuc8tYeJ-58v39ygADBjFrVr9RTddj9IIAy3PQ9Wfqw2e6iclqenJ8VOzea-KGIA75DlNSaTDQa6OI3hViUfL18zAFsAMnKWCMk9FL_EpBBhTc_CUo5igT3BpjSijwAAHNtWUiyLs/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6462.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Lilac and green is such a lovely<span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;"> springtime</span> combination.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6-muBgOmKvkojw1RY-KSq-0Sr0LbKzD6IWXWyjw_dODEzTvXLEzidn0jCqIHODfFSQQqXFuIT2ZhIJ7HNFj6RZcbFasW2FN0M11id_FuPrHfSTbrNDGBmxkr99mZqSIu5fA7LyZnvDgw/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6463.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6-muBgOmKvkojw1RY-KSq-0Sr0LbKzD6IWXWyjw_dODEzTvXLEzidn0jCqIHODfFSQQqXFuIT2ZhIJ7HNFj6RZcbFasW2FN0M11id_FuPrHfSTbrNDGBmxkr99mZqSIu5fA7LyZnvDgw/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6463.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">E</span>dit, edit, edit! I spent most of the time on this table<span style="color: #741b47; font-size: x-large;"> editing</span>! Until I was left with just the basics! Anything else seemed too much. And that is saying a whole lot. I am the queen of embellishment!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">I</span> tried 4 different napkins until I settled on a<span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;"> simple</span> white cotton napkin with a<span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;"> battenburg lace</span> corner. It was folded in the most <span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">classic and</span> simple way!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">T</span>he only flatware needed is a dessert fork and spoon. Vintage <span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">silverplate</span> was perfect for this table~ after trying 3 other patterns and colors.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3W32h1a9YYH-N7omcLj55X0ZqjbyZgDBpcwa88i1s5EfDMa2MElsqeMYLyAxmSetADs1nLUMSvUr9LivjkZz8ucBcbbhBpqBiGSz2B4zjzB9Mv0v31RtoI3hK38Fir4XwTutJH0kV4gk/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6469.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3W32h1a9YYH-N7omcLj55X0ZqjbyZgDBpcwa88i1s5EfDMa2MElsqeMYLyAxmSetADs1nLUMSvUr9LivjkZz8ucBcbbhBpqBiGSz2B4zjzB9Mv0v31RtoI3hK38Fir4XwTutJH0kV4gk/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6469.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">A</span> purple ribbed champagne <span style="color: #741b47; font-size: x-large;">flute</span> (Target) is ready for a champagne cocktail. The vintage sherbet glasses are such a <span style="color: #741b47; font-size: x-large;"> luscious</span> shade of plum. I got these glasses for a song~ and they still make me swoon! They will hold <span style="color: #741b47; font-size: x-large;">fresh berries</span> and cream.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYkwCum6texFc2rKgfDo2ELqc51Lc_tzuR5a1_BPcAg6Rfk-vG8pBZT-Eh697XbR9OR9pxfq-6rsj3TzmMeYHnPupGWK9SzxBIDdEnS6-4T7wW-U22sSVcaqYfoBd3QegcDvha-3rpWhU/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6485.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYkwCum6texFc2rKgfDo2ELqc51Lc_tzuR5a1_BPcAg6Rfk-vG8pBZT-Eh697XbR9OR9pxfq-6rsj3TzmMeYHnPupGWK9SzxBIDdEnS6-4T7wW-U22sSVcaqYfoBd3QegcDvha-3rpWhU/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6485.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhys5Znlx1cagzI3k6HhTkZU9gevG03jRIe2r6hKLq-LUfPP3itHEASNWrtDT31ajERQF9kExr6-Mm-nspycIg7vLDkDh-1eYbTeNbSEp0QDqDTEfLWb_Up04cVR-jp20hIgZI_kIp4zos/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6493.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhys5Znlx1cagzI3k6HhTkZU9gevG03jRIe2r6hKLq-LUfPP3itHEASNWrtDT31ajERQF9kExr6-Mm-nspycIg7vLDkDh-1eYbTeNbSEp0QDqDTEfLWb_Up04cVR-jp20hIgZI_kIp4zos/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6493.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">A</span> crisp white pitcher with wonderful detail holds a fresh cut<span style="color: #741b47; font-size: x-large;"> bouquet</span> of lilacs. The smell is <span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">intoxicating</span>!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">A</span>gain, simple and pretty.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6vFUU1NGUDQ8zxAcKHMX9ZtLl5M6TY3jpnm328eFxexXkWViqUn11PUDqkvslvtLzXCyO7homVau-lp_rCfERaCLdIU2BIGFbIfAedqyp76EIGQcXiruwM6ysDqCCqWfaAwAxgPkvdbY/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6481.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6vFUU1NGUDQ8zxAcKHMX9ZtLl5M6TY3jpnm328eFxexXkWViqUn11PUDqkvslvtLzXCyO7homVau-lp_rCfERaCLdIU2BIGFbIfAedqyp76EIGQcXiruwM6ysDqCCqWfaAwAxgPkvdbY/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6481.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLcRB3JIkh6cncRLkaSSN-HYdYnCd-FJ-KQnAzQS_Ou0DtRB8JdARWo2LxTdv6ndovDP3PerSXSt7I9blW8RoW664tPfXHqvaoHSsuYaVIDed6R5EfMen0vEDPHTbpkbIj_J3f4XFVMWA/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6503.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLcRB3JIkh6cncRLkaSSN-HYdYnCd-FJ-KQnAzQS_Ou0DtRB8JdARWo2LxTdv6ndovDP3PerSXSt7I9blW8RoW664tPfXHqvaoHSsuYaVIDed6R5EfMen0vEDPHTbpkbIj_J3f4XFVMWA/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6503.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlIZTnElsCtBqHzT-CiujW8H4Hcjwur5Qihq_f_Ar17Nv4k0rp0klTW9BqBPN_-ABC5U-Y3V5dKvtBZP6topfBHaZbYtWRttXS9J7FoVsBG99Tk2tdCFws3bBagThGgi5rsIk-1Zr99eY/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6480.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlIZTnElsCtBqHzT-CiujW8H4Hcjwur5Qihq_f_Ar17Nv4k0rp0klTW9BqBPN_-ABC5U-Y3V5dKvtBZP6topfBHaZbYtWRttXS9J7FoVsBG99Tk2tdCFws3bBagThGgi5rsIk-1Zr99eY/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6480.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">A</span>s the skies open up and rain is falling all around, the table is dry and <span style="color: #741b47; font-size: x-large;">inviting</span>! Who is my guest for a little lunch you ask?   ... why <span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">YOU</span>!  I've been waiting for <span style="color: #741b47; font-size: x-large;">YOU</span>!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">The Menu</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Champagne Cocktail</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Fresh Berries And Cream</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Assorted Finger Sandwiches</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Heirloom Tomato Salad</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Shortbread Cookies</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Tea</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I am participating in <a href="http://www.betweennapsontheporch.blogspot.com/">Tablescape Thursday</a> at Between Naps On The Porch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><script type="text/javascript">var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? 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Lilac Tea And Sandwiches

T he Princess  Lilacs are in full bloom at StoneGable. And the sky is booming! It has been raining on and off for days.  I originally wante...

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Farmhouse Kitchen Sneak Peek, Part II

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKRWSXjrS9KeCK9B36s6Kxjtxi5HVt8AFNlc5hsafSPZeVx4uT_Zo7bENgqilfFSihSRlbtBd6s0MYOKUSu8iZmDI2t3vZeJ1s7OrVVuPmeC7uS488_0ZeHUyl5js11t8KMCPIPZT5ucw/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6452.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKRWSXjrS9KeCK9B36s6Kxjtxi5HVt8AFNlc5hsafSPZeVx4uT_Zo7bENgqilfFSihSRlbtBd6s0MYOKUSu8iZmDI2t3vZeJ1s7OrVVuPmeC7uS488_0ZeHUyl5js11t8KMCPIPZT5ucw/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6452.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: x-large;">A</span></strong>s promised.. here is just a few pictures of <span style="font-size: x-large;">StoneGable's</span> kitchen face lift. The image above is my<span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;"> trough</span> sink. I have been so happy to have running water in my kitchen again. The sink still has bubbles in it from lunch dishes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: x-large;">H</span></strong>idden behind the doors of this new <span style="font-size: x-large;">cabinet</span> is my microwave. The doors retract when the microwave is being used and then when it is not, it is out of sight. Oh, I just love this area! It used to be a desk that I never used. I am working on <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">displaying </span>white dishes behind the pretty glass doors. I decided to have the cabinet <span style="font-size: x-large;"> lit</span>, so my contractor is coming back to do finish the lighting.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5UbhrXQ9mR6ltkegBGljqZccEps8ufrfpnM6d-Xw-KwxoPY7kVRsIJKaGZROom4rV6SaC0nMO7M2xST_0ePJtV161NMUDrE_sRyybfxe8SgGtcdW0nkA5R-XkD-eq6mOtykP99-NkbmI/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6454.JPG" width="426px" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><strong>B</strong></span>ehind this door is my <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">dishwasher</span>. I just cracked the door a tad so you can see that it pulls down.  This dishwasher cleans even dried on food. It is one <span style="font-size: x-large;">welcomed</span> addition to the kitchen!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: x-large;">Y</span></strong>ou also get a good look at the <span style="font-size: x-large;">soapstone counter</span> and the beadboard back splash in this photo! I used to keep my flour, sugar etc. in a lidded drawer, but because this is a <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">farmouse</span> kitchen I am displaying them in big <span style="font-size: x-large;">glass</span> jars and using pretty <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">tea cups</span> as scoops!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWqqr18Fgw3biDJOmBI-lT6G5tMH7cAowhW0yLe97iNbkiiRyGQckXHFnSSvXT7xZkThP_6wrsnoMMvJIOnUrj9pfi8vdukygKAqsXtK4GJR46_SA9e33GMxZEDTMGG7zmkj1ELM8WwuU/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6453.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWqqr18Fgw3biDJOmBI-lT6G5tMH7cAowhW0yLe97iNbkiiRyGQckXHFnSSvXT7xZkThP_6wrsnoMMvJIOnUrj9pfi8vdukygKAqsXtK4GJR46_SA9e33GMxZEDTMGG7zmkj1ELM8WwuU/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6453.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: x-large;">T</span></strong>he <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">tumbled marble</span> cook top back splashed was installed yesterday. I really held my breath on this one! Bob and I picked out the marble and made the <span style="font-size: x-large;">design</span> ourselves. I wanted something pretty, yet simple. The oil rubbed bronze <span style="font-size: x-large;">medallions</span> repeat the use of oil rubbed bronze in my kitchen. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: x-large;">I</span></strong> have never had a back splash in the 16 years we have been at StoneGable! I now wonder "why?". What a difference it makes!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><strong>A</strong></span>lso in this picture is my Jenn Air <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">cooktop</span>. Thanks to Nate at<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Martin's Appliance</span> for finding me the deal (steal) of the year on my appliances! Go see Nate, he's <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">adorble</span>! Reminds me of my son. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9VRggrJfCa_TAUm_Sr0iQ_PrAkjhvQD19pNZsA3OASx8uwwQUUR7B8dOBcW7zrTEwgns4cJJxbUhkBXo3xs5sQ1ubUqSeLwTZOZ8wwNoponXWsV4ZLU1r3hq2ugjaP7Obyqt7SK6dBdo/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_6455.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9VRggrJfCa_TAUm_Sr0iQ_PrAkjhvQD19pNZsA3OASx8uwwQUUR7B8dOBcW7zrTEwgns4cJJxbUhkBXo3xs5sQ1ubUqSeLwTZOZ8wwNoponXWsV4ZLU1r3hq2ugjaP7Obyqt7SK6dBdo/s640/Copy+of+IMG_6455.JPG" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: x-large;">T</span></strong>he table and chairs come tomorrow.  This is a very <span style="font-size: x-large;">big day</span> at StoneGable, we  have been eating on a utility table or the coffee table for 2 months! Setting the 54 inch<span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;"> round</span> table made of 200 year old <span style="font-size: x-large;">barn beams</span> will be a joy!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: x-large;">T</span></strong>he<span style="font-size: x-large;"> sisal</span> rug comes next week. And the rush seat <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">bench</span> is backordered till June 6th. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Things To Do:</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~ hem the eating area's window treatment</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~ figure out the window treatment over the kitchen window ( I just might need your imput on this one!)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~find natural rolled shades</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~find a great brown transferware set of dishes</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~ find a blue/white lamp</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~ find placemats</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~spray paint all my brass light switch plates oil rubbed bronze</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~ decorate glass cabinets</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~ line new drawers</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~make a small topiary for hood ledge</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: x-large;">I</span></strong>'m sure there is more to be done, but this is all my brain can think about right now!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: x-large;">T</span></strong>hanks to everyone for being so <span style="color: white; font-size: x-large;">excited</span> right along with me! Your wonderful comments, encouragement  and shared <span style="font-size: x-large;">joy</span> has made this process all the more special. You are the <strong><span style="font-size: x-large;">BEST</span></strong>!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I am joining <a href="http://savvysouthernstyle.blogspot.com/2011/05/mantel-makeover-and-wow-us-wednesdays.html">Wow Us Wednesday</a> at Savvy Southern Style!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><script type="text/javascript">var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? 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Farmhouse Kitchen Sneak Peek, Part II

A s promised.. here is just a few pictures of  StoneGable's kitchen face lift. The image above is my trough sink. I have been so happ...

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On The Menu~ Week Of May 16, 2011

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS9ew9cPEkwvZMcYpU8PQdN71FSe9MXhmVjN9ZoM0r9LflXUV5iXGb5WqXVRO6fJQNq357HZhZU5Gc15yol8JxGpWB1WAr4hQkOtBhI6vN4C572RSEgDB8nEZ4S0QF6KFzWg7PA8g8eGA/s1600/Weekly+Menu+5-16-11.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS9ew9cPEkwvZMcYpU8PQdN71FSe9MXhmVjN9ZoM0r9LflXUV5iXGb5WqXVRO6fJQNq357HZhZU5Gc15yol8JxGpWB1WAr4hQkOtBhI6vN4C572RSEgDB8nEZ4S0QF6KFzWg7PA8g8eGA/s640/Weekly+Menu+5-16-11.png" width="426px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">T</span>his week, week 7 of the<span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: x-large;"> StoneGable Farmhouse Kitchen Face Lift</span> will be the last one!!!!! Is that<span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;"> <span style="color: black;">light</span></span> I see at the end of the construction tunnel? YEA! The stone backsplash goes in this week and just a few last odds and ends left to do!  I'll post a couple of pictures tomorrow. I still have to find window treatments, a <span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">rug</span>, a lamp and some new accessories. The biggest thing I need to find is a new <span style="font-size: x-large;">home</span> for some of my kitchen things. I lost an appliance garage but gained <span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">counter space</span>. Lost a microwave over the oven but gained a new vent and hood. Lost a drawer for pans under my stove but gained a built-in oven. Lost a desk where my toaster oven sat but gained a place for my microwave and some drawers. You get the <span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: x-large;">picture</span>. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">B</span>obby hates change. I told him not to get too used to where I put everything for awhile... I just need to make sure everything is in it's new and proper kitchen "home"... me included!</div><br /><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">Monday</span><br /><strong>Mexican Pizza</strong><br /><br /><span style="color: #a64d79; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Mexican Pizza</span><br />Doesn't that sound like a fiesta in your mouth?  I found this delightful recipe at <a href="http://www.tenjuneblog.com/2011/05/cinco-de-mayo.html">Ten June</a>, a blog I just recently happened across. So young and chic! I'm adding extra broken tortilla chips to the pizza. Can we all say OLE'!<br /><br /><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">Tuesday</span><br /><strong>Marinaded Flank Steak On The Grill</strong><br /><strong>Asparagus On The Grill</strong><br /><strong>Spinach and Strawberry Spring Salad</strong><br /><br /><span style="color: #a64d79; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Marinaded Flank Steak On The Grill</span><br />1 large flank steak<br />1 StoneGable marinade recipe, follows<br /><br />Put flank steak and marinade in a zip lock bag.  Marinade 1 hour or overnight. Grill flank steak to medium/ medium rare. Rest for 10 minutes tented with foil. Slice thin against the grain.<br /><br /><span style="color: #a64d79; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: StoneGable Balsamic Marinade</span><br /><em>I use this for every meat. It is wonderful. Tastes great on roasted veggies,too. </em><br /><em>2/3 cup olive oil</em><br /><br />1/4 cup balsamic vinegar<br />2 garlic cloves, pressed or chopped finely<br />2 tsp mustard<br />juice of 1 lemon<br />1 TBS Worcestershire sauce<br />pinch of salt and pepper<br />1/4 cup basil chiffonades<br /><br />Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl. Use as marinade, vinaigrette, or refrigerate.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-balsamic-marinade">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: #a64d79; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Spinach and Strawberry Spring Salad</span><br />1 bag baby spinach<br />1 cup sliced strawberries<br />1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds<br />3-4 TBS bleu cheese crumbles<br />Poppyseed dressings, recipe follows<br /><br />Put spinach, strawberries, almonds and bleu cheese crumbles in a salad bowl. Add poppyseed dressing. Toss and serve.<br /><br /><span style="color: #a64d79; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Poppyseed Dressing</span><br />1 egg yolk<br />1 tsp Dijon mustard<br />3 TBS honey<br />1/4 cup lemon juice<br />dash of paprika<br />salt and pepper<br />1 cup oil<br />1 1/2 TBS poppy seeds<br /><br />Put all ingredients in a food processor, except oil and poppy seeds, and blend well. While processor is running slowly add oil until thickened. Stir in poppyseeds and refrigerate.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-spinach-and-strawberry-spring-salad">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">Wednesday: Soup Day</span><br /><strong>Leek And Potato Soup</strong><br /><strong>Parmesan Cheese Straws</strong><br /><strong><br /></strong><br /><span style="color: #a64d79; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Leek And Potato Soup</span><br />8 slices thick cut bacon, cut into 2 inch pieces<br />5 medium leeks; washed and slice~ use the white part, discard green<br />2 TBS butter<br />1 TBS bacon drippings<br />3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes<br />1 quart of chicken broth<br />1 cup heavy cream<br />1 cup buttermilk<br />salt and pepper<br />chives, chopped for garnish<br /><br />In a large dutch oven, cook bacon until crisp and brown. Reserve bacon. Pour off all but 1 TBS bacon drippings. Add butter and melt over medium heat. Add leeks. Salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat for 6 minutes until leeks are limp. Decrease heat to medium low and cook for 20 minutes until leeks are tender.<br /><br />Increase heat to medium high and add chicken stock and potatoes. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 45 minutes.<br /><br />Remove from heat,. Using an immersion blender (or put in a blender in batches), blend soup until smooth. Add heavy cream and buttermilk. Reheat. Taste to add salt and pepper. Serve garnished with crumbled bacon and chives.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-leek-and-potato-soup">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: #a64d79; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Parmesan Straws</span><br />This recipe is so yummy to serve with soup or to eat as an appetizer! And if Ina Garten makes it, you know it has to be delicious! Click <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/cheese-straws-recipe/index.html">HERE</a> for this flavor intense recipe.<br /><br /><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">Thursday: Slow Cooker Day</span><br /><strong>Orange Hoisin Chicken</strong><br /><strong>White Sticky Rice</strong><br /><strong>Citrus Salad </strong><br /><strong><br /></strong><br /><span style="color: #a64d79; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Orange Hoisin Chicken</span><br /><em><u>Not Your Mother's Slow Cooker Cookbook</u> is one of my favorite cookbook! And that is just where this recipe is adapted from.</em><br />Juice of 1 large juice orange<br />Zest of an orange<br />1/4 cup honey<br />2 TBS soy sauce<br />3 TBS hoisin sauce<br />1/4 tsp ground ginger<br />3 cloves garlic, pressed or minced<br />1 TBS sesame oil<br />8 skinless chicken thighs<br />2 tsp cornstarch<br />3 tsp chicken stock<br />1 TBS sesame seeds, toasted in a dry skillet<br /><br />Put orange juice, zest, honey, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ginger, garlic and sesame oil in a large bowl. Mix. Add chicken and coat with marinade. Pour into a  slow cooker and cook on LOW for about 6-8 hours, until chicken is done.<br /><br />Transfer chicken to a plate. Strain liquids and pour into a saucepan. Heat on medium heat.<br /><br />In a small bowl combine cornstarch and chicken stock, making a slurry. Bring liquids to a boil and whisk in the slurry. Cook for 2 minutes until sauce is thickened. Pour sauce over chicken. Serve over rice.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-slow-cooker-orange-hoisin-chicke">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Citrus Salad</span><br />1 grapefruit sectioned, peeled and pith removed<br />2 large oranges sectioned, peeled and pith removed<br />1 green onions, white and green finely chopped<br />2 TBS bleu cheese crumbles<br />1 head buttercrunch lettuce (or Boston), cleaned and torn into bite size pieces<br />1/4 cup fresh squeezed orange juice<br />1/3 cup vegetable oil<br />1/2 tsp honey<br />1 TBS white balsamic vinegar<br /><br />Cut citrus sections into bite size pieces.  Put salad greens, citrurs, onion and bleu cheese into a salad bowl.<br /><br />In a small bowl or clean jar with  a lid, add orange juice, oil, honey and balsamic vinegar. Mix well. Pour over salad.<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-citrus-salad">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">Friday</span><br />Lemon Garlic Chicken Kabobs<br />Orzo<br /><br /><span style="color: #a64d79; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: Lemon Garlic Chicken Kabobs</span><br />Mary at One Perfect Bite has the best cooking instinct of anyone I know! I admire her greatly... she is the real culinary deal! I just fell in love with her post on Kabobs. Great food history and yummy recipe. Click <a href="http://oneperfectbite.blogspot.com/2011/05/lemon-garlic-chicken-kabobs.html">HERE</a>  for a springtime grilling delight!<br /><br /><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">Saturday: Family Dinner</span><br /><em>I love when my out of town family comes in for a family celebration! We are celebrating my niece Courtney's graduation from Temple University... with honors! Kudos to you, Courtney Beth! And everyone brings food... and presents!</em><br /><br />Shrimp Cocktail<br />Barbecue Chicken<br />Baked Beans<br />StoneGable Potato Salad<br />Ceasar Salad<br />Fruit Platter With Dip<br />Ice Cream Cake<br /><br /><span style="color: #a64d79; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: StoneGable Potato Salad</span><br /><em>This is my grandmother's recipe. The secret ingredient is pickle juice!And please use baking potatoes. Regular new potatoes are too full of water content and get mushy. I don't have amounts and measures, however these are close estimates. I just learned by watching and make this from memory. Start with these amounts and see how they are. You may need to tweek the mayo to potato ratio. It is well worth the try. This seems like a pretty basic recipe, but don't pass it up. This recipe is my most requested picnic food. People love it!</em><br /><br />5 lbs russet or BAKING potatoes, boiled whole in jackets, cooled<br />1 large jar garlic dill pickles (I use Claussen's) <br />1 large onion, diced finely<br />3-4 ribs celery, diced finely<br />1/2 cup shredded carrots<br />6 hard boiled eggs, diced finely<br />3 cups mayo<br />2 TBS mustard<br />salt and pepper<br /><br />Remove skins from baking potatoes and dice into large bowl. As you dice the potatoes, splash them with the pickle juice to keep them from browning. Toss the potatoes as you dice. Keep splashing them with pickle juice. Use about 1/4- 1/3 cup.<br /><br />Put mayo in a bowl ( I use a large wide mouthed ball jar and shake). Add 1/3 cup pickle juice and mustard. This is just a guesstimate. You might need more pickle juice. Mix or shake well. It should be the consistency of thick cream.<br /><br />Add mayo to potatoes and coat.Don't be stingy with the mayo. If it doesn't coat it and some to spare~ make more. Add onions, celery and eggs and mix. Salt and pepper to taste.<br /><br />This is better if made the day in advance for all the flavors to marry. When you make this invite me over!<br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-potato-salad">Printable Recipe</a><br /><br /><span style="color: #4c1130; font-size: x-large;">Sunday Lunch</span><br />Chicken Salad On Croissants<br />Tortellini  Salad<br />Potato Chips <br />Watermelon<br />Chocolate Chip Cookies<br /><br /><span style="color: #a64d79; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Recipe: StoneGable Tortellini Salad</span><br />2 large bag frozen tortellini<br />4 green onions, thinly sliced, use white part only<br />1 carrot, grated<br />4 slices of roasted red pepper, chopped<br />1/8 lb. sliced pepperoni, cut in thin strips<br />1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese<br />1/3 cup shaved Parmesan cheese<br />1 jar marinaded artichoke hearts, rough chopped<br />1/2 cup sliced Greek olives, pitted<br />1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes<br />2 TBS chopped fresh parsley<br />2 TBS chiffonade fresh basil<br />Greek dressing, Gazebo House<br />salt and pepper to taste<br /><br />Cook tortellini according to directions, drain and cool. Add all ingredients, except Greek dressing and salt and pepper. Once all ingredients are mixed, add dressing to taste. DON'T OVER DO IT! 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On The Menu~ Week Of May 16, 2011

T his week, week 7 of the StoneGable Farmhouse Kitchen Face Lift will be the last one!!!!! Is that light I see at the end of the constru...

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