Debbie Macomber's Cedar Cove Cookbook Read Online Free
Author: Debbie Macomber
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Because she was often busy with her studies, I gave Grace a number of recipes that were quick and easy to prepare. My homemade soup recipes, in particular, became popular with her family through the years.
The Chicken Noodle Soup, for example, originated in my mother’s kitchen. It’s good for what ails you, as she liked to say. The Creamy Tomato Soup with Basil was contributed by my dear friend Bess. She often brings it to the Senior Center potlucks, and I’ve seen grown men squabble over the last bowl.
But back to Grace…I don’t think anyone was more surprised than me when Dan Sherman went missing—what was it? Eight years ago? Grace got home from work one afternoon and Dan wasn’t there. He’d apparently vanished into thin air—no message, no phone call, nothing. More than a year passed before anyone learned what had happened to him. It turns out he’d gone deep into the woods and taken his own life. I feel sad whenever I think about him.
Grace was beside herself with worry that whole year, and the girls, too. Kelly, who was pregnant, convinced herself that Dan would return in time to see his grandchild. Needless to say, he didn’t, and it broke the poor girl’s heart. Eventually they all found peace with Dan’s death but it took a long time—and a lot of compassion.
Then Grace met Cliff Harding. I feel personally responsible for that, although I’m no matchmaker. It just seemed that they were two lonely people who had a lot to offer each other. Although the course of true love didn’t run smooth (and I’m sorry to tell you that was mainly because of my son, Will), Cliff and Grace did end up together. In fact, they eloped in San Francisco. They told me how much they enjoyed visitingChinatown, which is one reason I’ve included some of our favorite Chinese recipes. Spicy Hot Sauce Chicken Noodles are downright addictive, according to Cliff, and the Wonton Soup is a perennial favorite.
I’ve never seen Grace happier. After the wedding (such as it was), she moved into Cliff’s place in Olalla, where he has a small horse ranch, and now rents out her home on Rosewood Lane. She’s brought a real sense of warmth to his house, which desperately needed a woman’s touch. I can picture her in that huge kitchen with a big pot of soup simmering on the stove, making Grilled Cheese Sandwiches for Cliff and whoever might be visiting.
The next time you have people over for lunch, try some of these recipes, courtesy of Grace (and me!).
Spicy Hot Sauce Chicken Noodles
T his versatile dish tastes great hot, warm or cold.
Serves 4
4 scallions, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 / 3 cup soy sauce
1 / 3 cup rice-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
¼ teaspoon red-pepper flakes, as needed
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced crosswise
6 ounces Chinese rice noodles or thin spaghetti, broken in half if long
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, such as peanut
2 carrots, sliced into ribbons with a vegetable peeler
1 cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise Fresh mint and chopped peanuts, to garnish
1. In a medium bowl, combine scallions, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, lime juice and pepper flakes. Remove and set aside about half of this sauce. Add chicken strips to remaining sauce in bowl. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight.
2. Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. Transfer to a platter.
3. Warm oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Lift chicken from marinade and stir-fry chicken in 2 batches, about 2 minutes per batch, until cooked through. Discard marinade. Using tongs, place chicken on top of noodles.
4. Add carrots and cucumber to chicken and noodles. Drizzle with reserved dressing if desired and gently toss to coat. Scatter mint and peanuts over platter.
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TIP
For a prettier carrot slice, use a vegetable peeler to create ribbons of
Because she was often busy with her studies, I gave Grace a number of recipes that were quick and easy to prepare. My homemade soup recipes, in particular, became popular with her family through the years.
The Chicken Noodle Soup, for example, originated in my mother’s kitchen. It’s good for what ails you, as she liked to say. The Creamy Tomato Soup with Basil was contributed by my dear friend Bess. She often brings it to the Senior Center potlucks, and I’ve seen grown men squabble over the last bowl.
But back to Grace…I don’t think anyone was more surprised than me when Dan Sherman went missing—what was it? Eight years ago? Grace got home from work one afternoon and Dan wasn’t there. He’d apparently vanished into thin air—no message, no phone call, nothing. More than a year passed before anyone learned what had happened to him. It turns out he’d gone deep into the woods and taken his own life. I feel sad whenever I think about him.
Grace was beside herself with worry that whole year, and the girls, too. Kelly, who was pregnant, convinced herself that Dan would return in time to see his grandchild. Needless to say, he didn’t, and it broke the poor girl’s heart. Eventually they all found peace with Dan’s death but it took a long time—and a lot of compassion.
Then Grace met Cliff Harding. I feel personally responsible for that, although I’m no matchmaker. It just seemed that they were two lonely people who had a lot to offer each other. Although the course of true love didn’t run smooth (and I’m sorry to tell you that was mainly because of my son, Will), Cliff and Grace did end up together. In fact, they eloped in San Francisco. They told me how much they enjoyed visitingChinatown, which is one reason I’ve included some of our favorite Chinese recipes. Spicy Hot Sauce Chicken Noodles are downright addictive, according to Cliff, and the Wonton Soup is a perennial favorite.
I’ve never seen Grace happier. After the wedding (such as it was), she moved into Cliff’s place in Olalla, where he has a small horse ranch, and now rents out her home on Rosewood Lane. She’s brought a real sense of warmth to his house, which desperately needed a woman’s touch. I can picture her in that huge kitchen with a big pot of soup simmering on the stove, making Grilled Cheese Sandwiches for Cliff and whoever might be visiting.
The next time you have people over for lunch, try some of these recipes, courtesy of Grace (and me!).
Spicy Hot Sauce Chicken Noodles
T his versatile dish tastes great hot, warm or cold.
Serves 4
4 scallions, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 / 3 cup soy sauce
1 / 3 cup rice-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
¼ teaspoon red-pepper flakes, as needed
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced crosswise
6 ounces Chinese rice noodles or thin spaghetti, broken in half if long
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, such as peanut
2 carrots, sliced into ribbons with a vegetable peeler
1 cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise Fresh mint and chopped peanuts, to garnish
1. In a medium bowl, combine scallions, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, lime juice and pepper flakes. Remove and set aside about half of this sauce. Add chicken strips to remaining sauce in bowl. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight.
2. Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. Transfer to a platter.
3. Warm oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Lift chicken from marinade and stir-fry chicken in 2 batches, about 2 minutes per batch, until cooked through. Discard marinade. Using tongs, place chicken on top of noodles.
4. Add carrots and cucumber to chicken and noodles. Drizzle with reserved dressing if desired and gently toss to coat. Scatter mint and peanuts over platter.
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TIP
For a prettier carrot slice, use a vegetable peeler to create ribbons of
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