Orange chicken uses marmalade, jelly, jam, or preserves to make a sauce with vinegar and vinaigrette. It’s a great adaptable recipe since you can use other meats and change up the taste by the sweet you choose and the spices you choose. This is one of our favorites for using those specialty preserves you find…
Home-making
Have you ever gone to the library to read Godey’s Lady Book or Mrs. Beeton’s Book of Household Management? I want home to be a haven. Sewing, crafts, cooking, and finding a cleaner, healthier lifestyle are all important to me.
Halloween shirts, Aloha style – sewing tips
For Halloween I made matching Halloween shirts for grandpa and grandson (The Gardener and “Cinco”.) The Gardener has been looking for a Halloween Aloha shirt for several years. We found a fabric he liked so I decided I would make him one. This is not a sewing tutorial. These Halloween shirts were pretty difficult, so I’m…
Cold brew coffee elixir Mexican coffee for a crowd
I kept hearing about cold brew coffee and I wondered, what is this trend all about? For many years I’ve used a Toddy cold brew system. I’ve always thought it was a Louisiana thing (maybe because it is great with coffee with chicory), but I found out Toddy is a Colorado company today. Anyway, cold…
Key lime pepper
Key lime pepper is a special seasoning at Casa Bouquet. I’ve shared with you how I use the juice of Key limes to make delicious tropical pie, and now let’s talk about using the peel. Similar to lemon pepper, Key lime pepper is delicious on popcorn, grilled corn on the cob, wild rice, green beans,…
Potato salad savory Russian style
Potato salad is a favorite side dish at Casa Bouquet, especially Russian style. This recipe works very well with purple or standard sweet potatoes if you are eating clean. You will need a cooking pot, knife, measuring cups or spoons, large bowl, and a whisk or fork. Instructions Scrub potatoes and dig out any eyes….