Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Moving into Blueberry Season ~



Saturday we were gifted organic blueberries from the Harriets Bluff Farm booth which was at the Fernandina Market.  Beyond YUM!  We couldn't resist popping a few in our mouth right at market.  I am thrilled that blueberry season is back.  I don't think anything beats eating them fresh!

However, Sunday night I got a hankering for pancakes.  What comes next....blueberry sauce!  Here's our old family standby recipe, plus a great waffle recipe.

Blueberry Sauce
1/2 cup sugar
1 Tbsp cornstarch
1/3 cup water
2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

In saucepan, combine sugar & cornstarch.  Gradually stir in water. 
Add blueberries; bring to boil over medium heat.  Stir until thickened.
Yield: 2 cups


Delicious Oatmeal Waffles
2 eggs
2 cups buttermilk
1 cup quick oats
1 Tbsp molasses
1 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder

Combine eggs & buttermilk. Mix in oats. Stir in molasses & oil.  Mix flour, salt, baking soda & baking powder in a separate bowl.  Then, add to mixture.  Fry on waffle iron.
Yield: Approx. 16 squares

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

"Unprocessing" Foods -- Entry 3 (Taco Seasoning)


Here is my third food to "unprocess", taking me halfway through my New Year's Resolution! (http://greatlettuce.blogspot.com/2013/03/unprocessing-foods-entry-1.html)  I adapted some recipes to fit our personal taste.  We are not keen on too spicy of foods.  You may like to give it a kick with red pepper flakes.

Taco Seasoning
For 1 lb of beef or chicken.

2-1/2 tsp chili powder
3/4 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp pepper
1/8 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp onion powder
1/8 tsp dried oregano
(can substitute 1/2 tsp fresh cut oregano)

Combine spices & pour on meat.  Add 1/4 cup water & cook until thickened.