Shrimp “Hong Kong”

The entire recipe is written in the excellent handwriting that could be found on a couple of recipes in this box, during the time when my sister had been practicing her penmanship. The letters are very clear and very regular – that wonderful regularity of form is something I still cannot master! There is not… Continue reading Shrimp “Hong Kong”

Harvest Chicken and Potatoes

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1" pieces3 tablespoons flour½ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon ground black pepper12 oz. new potatoes, scrubbed and halved2 cups baby carrots, cut into thirds2 stalks celery, cut into ½" pieces1 large onion, chopped1 can (4 oz.) sliced mushrooms, drained2 cloves garlic, minced¾ teaspoon dried thyme½ teaspoon dried sage1 cup… Continue reading Harvest Chicken and Potatoes