http://culinaryjen.gather.com Recent Articles on Gather by Jennifer Wickes en-us Copyright Gather Inc 2009 Sat, 02 Jan 2010 04:40:56 GMT 2010-01-02T04:40:56Z en-us Copyright Gather Inc 2009 http://www.gather.com/images/header/logo_gather.gif http://www.gather.com/ http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977907331 Let's celebrate the holidays together. Submit your favorite holiday cookie recipe with a photo, and I will post it on my blog with a bio and a link back to you! If you do not have a blog or a business . . . Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:49:26 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977907331 Jennifer Wickes 2009-11-18T22:49:26Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977879675 My mother used to make huge batches of this in Florida and sell it at a charity auction during the holiday season.  For every 8 ounce jar she made, some crazy person would pay $15.00 for it!  . . . Sun, 01 Nov 2009 01:11:43 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977879675 Jennifer Wickes 2009-11-01T01:11:43Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977879671 In Argentina, Chimichurri is typically served with grilled meat.  Usually, the meat is basted with the chimicurri, or perhaps, served alongside it.  I marinate my meat in some of the chimmicurri . . . Sun, 01 Nov 2009 01:06:54 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977879671 Jennifer Wickes 2009-11-01T01:06:54Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977879658 After my parents divorced when I was 10 in 1978, my mother went back to work as a travel agent.  An opportunity came up for her to bring a tour group to Hawaii on vacation.  So, in November . . . Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:46:01 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977879658 Jennifer Wickes 2009-11-01T00:46:01Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977852934 My mother knew how to cook. She couldn't wait to host the next party! She, also, volunteered at a non-profit organization and she coordinated all the food at the fundraisers. She loved to try new foods, . . . Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:20:12 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977852934 Jennifer Wickes 2009-10-14T13:20:12Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977840059 For Ana Ines.  You came out of the woodwork when my mother died, and we have stayed in touch ever since.  Hopefully, we can get a reunion going.  I think that could be great. I . . . Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:15:27 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977840059 Jennifer Wickes 2009-10-05T23:15:27Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977840055 This recipe I found in her recipe box.  She made a note that it was my father's mother's recipe.  Really?  I had no clue that Gram knocked back the liquor!  I have to imagine that . . . Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:13:11 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977840055 Jennifer Wickes 2009-10-05T23:13:11Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977840051 My mother got this recipe from her sweet sister, Helen!  I even used it for a magazine, Garden Plate, and it was a hit.  It is a great way to use up zucchinis.  Gracias, Tia Helita! . . . Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:10:52 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977840051 Jennifer Wickes 2009-10-05T23:10:52Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977836433 This is not my mother's recipe.  I learned to make this while in school in Bermuda.  When I brought it home, Robert, Alan and my mother gobbled it up.  So, the next time I made it, they . . . Sat, 03 Oct 2009 00:33:59 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977836433 Jennifer Wickes 2009-10-03T00:33:59Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977832970 My mother knew how to cook.  She couldn't wait to host the next party!  She, also, volunteered at a non-profit organization and she coordinated all the food at the fundraisers.  She loves . . . Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:34:19 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977832970 Jennifer Wickes 2009-10-01T00:34:19Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977831453 I made these for my husband once, and he hated them.  But guess what? When he met my mother before we were married, he ate hers and loved hers!  We use the same recipe!  It's the Latin . . . Wed, 30 Sep 2009 03:00:49 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977831453 Jennifer Wickes 2009-09-30T03:00:49Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977830028 Robert and I have fond memories of this dish.  Something about the potatoes, and the sauce...  Anyway, he requested this recipe.... 2 pounds beef lion top sirloin 2 tbsp. tomato paste . . . Tue, 29 Sep 2009 02:24:25 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977830028 Jennifer Wickes 2009-09-29T02:24:25Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977735505 Looking for an easy appetizer for your summer gatherings?  Try these falafel lettuce cups.  They are vegetarian, filled with fiber and do not require utensils!  Perfect for a buffet . . . Fri, 24 Jul 2009 02:01:12 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977735505 Jennifer Wickes 2009-07-24T02:01:12Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977737804 Looking for a great way to entertain your guests this summer, but want it healthy?  Try these little nuggets!  They are quick and easy and no plate or utensils are required! Mexican Lentils . . . Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:32:15 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977737804 Jennifer Wickes 2009-07-15T13:32:15Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977735513 Gazpacho Serves 6 to 8 Photo by Lori Maffei . 3 tomatoes, chopped 2/3 cup diced onion 2/3 cup chopped celery 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped 1 red bell . . . Sun, 12 Jul 2009 21:33:49 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977735513 Jennifer Wickes 2009-07-12T21:33:49Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977732259 Ripe For Grilling By Jennifer A. Wickes Photos by Lori Maffei Grilling fruit is a great way to make exciting desserts during the summer heat. It's easy; you don't need to turn on the oven and . . . Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:29:38 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977732259 Jennifer Wickes 2009-07-08T17:29:38Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977729833 Summer is a great time to relax and enjoy more food with family and friends.  With the heat, heavy meals are usually not the best of ideas.  How about making your own Lemon Ice?  Ices . . . Mon, 06 Jul 2009 01:49:12 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977729833 Jennifer Wickes 2009-07-06T01:49:12Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977702815 Most people, when they hear of New Jersey , they think of the airport in Newark, crazy drivers, pollution, littering and obnoxious people. When my husband told us we were moving from California to New . . . Sat, 06 Jun 2009 00:40:39 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977702815 Jennifer Wickes 2009-06-06T00:40:39Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977698221 To make ghee, or clarified butter, start with unsalted butter. Melt it until three layers are visible: a foamy, watery layer; a solid butter layer; and a milk solids layer. When the milk solids and watery . . . Mon, 01 Jun 2009 17:57:11 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977698221 Jennifer Wickes 2009-06-01T17:57:11Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977683766 Indian Mulligatawny Soup Recipe by Jennifer A. Wickes Photo and Food Styling by Lori Maffei Serves four 2 tablespoons safflower oil 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper 4 teaspoon cumin . . . Fri, 15 May 2009 23:18:19 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977683766 Jennifer Wickes 2009-05-15T23:18:19Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977681978 It's so funny.  Some people, including myself, never in a thousand years would even think you could eat a flower.  How odd is that?  Yet, to others, it has been a part of their life, . . . Thu, 14 May 2009 00:08:42 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977681978 Jennifer Wickes 2009-05-14T00:08:42Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977677162 LOQUAT CHUTNEY Loquats grow everywhere in Bermuda. They are small pear-shaped fruit, that are yellow with orange coloring. 1 1/2 pounds loquats -- seeded 1 pound onion -- chopped 1/2 pound . . . Fri, 08 May 2009 12:16:23 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977677162 Jennifer Wickes 2009-05-08T12:16:23Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977677160 CASSAVA PIE Christmas would not be the same without this recipe. Yields: 12 servings 6 pounds cassava 14 eggs 2 1/2 cups butter -- softened 1 cup sugar salt pepper nutmeg . . . Fri, 08 May 2009 12:10:25 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977677160 Jennifer Wickes 2009-05-08T12:10:25Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977675884   One of my recipes was selected to be included in Taste of Home's Healthy Cooking magazine. My Thai-Style Black Bean Salad is in the June / July 2009 issue on page 42. Hurry now and get . . . Thu, 07 May 2009 03:07:24 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977675884 Jennifer Wickes 2009-05-07T03:07:24Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977672597 2 ounces Rose Bud Tea Blend (about 28 tea bags) 2 cups water 1/2 cup white grape juice 1/2 cup red grape juice 2 ounces pectin 3 cups sugar Boil 2 ounces of tea in the 2 cups water. . . . Sun, 03 May 2009 16:19:22 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977672597 Jennifer Wickes 2009-05-03T16:19:22Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977671518 MUFFINS 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/3 cups sugar 1 tablespoon finely shredded lemon peel 1 egg 1 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup . . . Sat, 02 May 2009 00:37:32 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977671518 Jennifer Wickes 2009-05-02T00:37:32Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977664382 1 cup dry white pea beans, soaked and cooked according to cooking beans directions 2 large stalks celery, sliced diagonally 1 small onion, chopped 1 small green or red pepper, sliced 1/2 . . . Thu, 23 Apr 2009 23:47:38 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977664382 Jennifer Wickes 2009-04-23T23:47:38Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977663183 5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (5 1/2 to 6 cups) 3/4 cup sugar 2 packages Fleischmann's® Rapid Rise Yeast 1 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup milk 1/2 cup water . . . Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:27:17 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977663183 Jennifer Wickes 2009-04-22T18:27:17Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977660561 Cooking spray 6 eggs 1 teaspoon grated orange peel 2/3 cup orange juice 3 tablespoons sugar, divided 1 Pinch salt, optional 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (thawed . . . Mon, 20 Apr 2009 01:36:11 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977660561 Jennifer Wickes 2009-04-20T01:36:11Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977632463 Celebrate Spring (or Ostara) with these delicious scones! Lemon Lavender Scones 1/2 cup buttermilk, chilled 1 teaspoon dried lavender, finely chopped 1 egg zest and juice from 1 lemon . . . Fri, 20 Mar 2009 23:01:08 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977632463 Jennifer Wickes 2009-03-20T23:01:08Z