October 11, 2021
Bill, the physician, and Sonja, the dietitian, worked together for 40 years – first at the University of Iowa and then at Oregon Health & Science University. Their research first involved doing feeding studies related to heart disease. Shortly after moving to Oregon in 1975 they did a community study in 233 families in Portland, […]
April 16, 2021
Here comes summer! Salad Ingredients 1 lb. cooked chicken1 cup diced cantaloupe1 cup diced honeydew1 and 1/2 cups diced pineapple1 and 1/2 cups diced berries in season1 cup seedless grapes, halved1 banana, peeled and sliced Dressing Ingredients 1/3 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup sour cream3 Tablespoons chopped, crystallized ginger2 Tablespoons honey2 teaspoons white vinegar Directions Mix and […]
April 12, 2021
When berries are in season, they make a flavorful substitution for nuts in the topping. Blueberries are our favorite! Topping Ingredients 1/4 cup sugar1 Tablespoon cinnamon1/2 cup chopped nuts or fresh berries Cake Ingredients 1 cup butter1 cup sugar2 cups pre-sifted flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla1 cup sour […]
This is lovely for afternoon tea. Ingredients 1 and 3/4 cups sifted flour2 Tablespoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup shortening2/3 cup sugar2 eggs, well-beaten1 cup (2 to 3) ripe bananas, mashed1/2 cup broken walnuts1 cup dates or raisins Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a loaf pan and set aside. Sift together flour, […]
Ingredients 1/4 cup butter1/2 cup chopped onions1 Tablespoon curry powder1/4 cup flour1 and 1/2 teaspoons salt1 and 1/2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon ground ginger2 cups chicken broth2 cups milk4 cups cleaned, cooked shrimp or cooked, cut-up chicken1 tsp. lemon juiceCooked riceOptional condiments: raisins, peanuts, sautéed onion rings, jam, chutney, toasted coconut Directions In a large pot, […]
September 03, 2020
We know there is an abundance of information on the news and social media about the current pandemic. We are not trying to complicate your world (and indeed, with our “Useful Diversions” page we are offering some relief), but here are a couple of items we thought you would find helpful. The first is a […]
May 11, 2020
This is especially good with a little extra honey spread on top. Ingredients 1 cup sour cream1/4 cup honey1 egg, beaten2 cups flour sifted3/4 cup brown sugar1 Tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt2 and 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon1/4 teaspoon cloves1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a loaf pan. Mix sour cream, honey and beaten […]
While it’s important to stay up-to-date on the news of the world, it’s also mentally important to take some time away. Here we offer some updated interesting and amusing diversions for all ages, from videos and music to recipes and book suggestions. We invite you to join us in spreading joy: if you have a […]
Little ones find the name very funny and they love to make the dough into little balls and roll them in cinnamon and sugar! Cinnamon Sugar Ingredients 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar1 Tablespoon cinnamon Cookie Dough Ingredients 1/2 cup butter or other soft shortening3/4 cup granulated sugar1 egg1 and 1/4 cups flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking […]
Kids like to watch the soufflé rise, and anything with cheese in it…enough said! Ingredients 2 Tablespoons butter2 Tablespoons flour1/4 teaspoon saltBlack pepper to tasteCayenne pepper to taste1/4 teaspoon mustard2/3 cup milk2/3 cup sharp cheddar cheese2 egg yolks, well beaten2 egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar Directions Heat oven to 350°F. Melt butter over low […]
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