(Turkey) Stock

There's nothing better than homemade stock. This recipe is for turkey stock, but chicken can be substituted for the turkey if desired.

Instead of throwing away your turkey carcass after the holidays, why not use it to make stock. 

1 turkey carcass and or turkey parts
4 qt. water
1/8 - 1/2 tsp. each: salt, pepper (adjust to taste)
1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1- 2 stalks celery, carrot, leeks quartered
1 onion peeled, cut into eighths
1 tsp. dried or fresh parsley
1- 2 cloves garlic, crushed and chopped
1 bay leaf 


Rinse, peel and chop garlic, onion. 

Rinse and cut celery, leeks and carrot into 4ths.

Combine water, turkey, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, vegetables, herbs into a stock pot.

Bring pot to a boil over high heat. Boil for 5 - 10 minutes.  Reduce heat to low and let simmer covered for 45 min. - 2  hr approx. , stirring occasionally. Skim off any excess foam and fat.

Remove pot from burner and let cool for 20 - 45 min. Pour stock through a sieve into heat proof containers. Discard turkey bones, vegetables and herbs. 

Store in the refrigerator until needed. You can also put stock into the freezer until needed as well. 

Makes 3-4 qt. of stock approx. 

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Once again it takes a natural disaster to remind us that we are all connected and that life is fragile.

Prayers thoughts go to everyone dealing with Superstorm Sandy.


On the left side of the website are links under Recipe To Pay It Forward. These are some organizations that are helping with disaster relief. 

Whatever you can do to help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you and God bless for caring.

Smashed Sweet Potatoes ™

This is a great alternative to mashed potatoes. This perfect for fall and the holidays.

I've peeled the sweet potatoes, but you leave the skin on if desired. I've used sugar but you can use your favorite sweetener if desired instead. I've used a reduced fat milk and butter but you can use vegan options instead if desired. 

3 large sweet potatoes quartered and peeled
1/2 c low fat milk or vegan milk
2 T butter or vegan alternative
1/8 - 1/4 tsp pepper to taste
1/8 tsp salt (optional)
1/8 - 1/4 tsp. sugar (optional)

Rinse, peel and quarter sweet potatoes. Place potatoes in pot with water and boil for 20 minutes or until tender. 

Drain water from potatoes in colander or strainer. Transfer potatoes back to pot. Mash with potato masher or ricer. While mashing add butter, salt, pepper, sugar and milk. Mash until smooth.

Serves 4 approx.

A Mothers Love Meatloaf ™

There's nothing better than comfort food on a fall day. What is more comforting than a mothers love and meatloaf.

I've used ground round for the loaves. You can also use ground turkey or even make this vegetarian if desired. This recipe makes 2 loaves, which you can freeze one for later. Enjoy!


2 lbs lean ground beef (ground round)
1/3 c each: chopped onions, bell pepper, chopped celery, bread crumbs 
2 eggs (cage free) or egg substitute 
1 clove crushed diced garlic
1/4 tsp each: salt, black pepper, dried parsley
1/8 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Non stick cooking spray

Preheat oven to 350' F. Spray 2 loaves pans with non-stick cooking spray. 

In a large mixing bowl combine meat, onion, peppers, celery, bread crumbs, eggs,  salt, pepper, parsley, garlic,  red pepper flakes. Mix ingredients together with clean hands. Divide meat in half and shape into loaves  Place loaves in the 2 loaf pans and place pans into oven. 

Cook meat loaves for 1 hour or until done. Remove meatloaves from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Serves 4- 8.

Life Is A Peach Feta Salad ™

This salad is perfect for this time of year when peaches are at their best. Enjoy!

Salad

2 large peaches chopped

1 c chopped red onion

1 - 2 oz feta cheese

Dressing

1/4 c Olive oil

1 tsp red wine vinegar

1/8 tsp each: salt, pepper

1 clove crushed garlic, chopped

Cut peaches in half, discard pits. Chop into chunks and put in a serving bowl. 

Peel red onion.  Chop onion, add to peaches. 

Combine feta chunks with peaches and onions, toss and set aside.

In a small bowl or measuring cup combine:  oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic. Mix well with fork. 
Pour dressing over peaches mixture and toss well. 

Put salad into refrigerator until ready to serve.

Serves 4.

A Midsummers Delight Salad ™

This salad is perfect for summer.

Enjoy!

1 medium head romaine lettuce, torn
1/2 c. each; chopped cucumber, chopped red onion, chopped watermelon
1 - 2 oz. feta cheese, chopped

Rinse lettuce under water. Pat dry with clean dish towel, set aside. 

You can even use a salad spinner to dry lettuce, if desired. 

Chop vegetables, watermelon and feta cheese. 

Combine lettuce, watermelon and vegetables into a salad bowl.

Sprinkle cheese on salad and toss.

Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Serves 4- 6.