Legacy: a place where life’s stories live on. This blog is that place for our McGowan family…Welcome! Our family was basically built in the kitchen and around the dining room table — so it makes sense that from there, that a history of us would be generated. You will find here, a broad spectrum of…
Raspberry Coulis
Dessert Topping Print Recipe Raspberry Coulis This is a wonderful topping for almost any dessert. You can use fresh or frozen raspberries. What’s on your dessert menu? Banana Splits?, Cheesecake?, Ice Cream Sundae?, Angel Food Cake?. You are in business now with the best ever raspberry sauce. Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 10 minutes…
Fruit and Vegetable Salad
Salad We have always liked this salad, but it got lost in the phenomenon of the recipe drawer that a non-professional might mistake as the town’ recycling center! It rose to the top of the pile this summer and we have all been pleased to see it again. Hope you enjoy the new addition also….
Soba and Slaw Salad with Peanut Dressing
Salads Print Recipe Soba and Slaw Salad with Peanut Dressing Jock and Angie introduced us to this salad. It’s very versatile, and I’ve yet to find anyone that doesn’t like it. You can use either chicken or shrimp, especially if using it as a main course, or without any meat, a great side salad especially…
White Bean Chili
This is an alternative to a family favorite. If you are just looking for variety or you are changing your emphasis in food groups, like from beef to chicken, this might be just the ticket. Print Recipe White Bean Chili Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes Passive Time…
Chicken Breasts with Acini
Acini may be new to you. It is tiny pasta shaped like salad macaroni noodles. The dish will sit on a buffet table in a chafing dish without loosing its texture or flavor. Great dish for home too. Can be multiplied many times. Print Recipe Chicken Breasts with Acicini Prep Time 1/2 hour…
Crab-Stuffed Shells with Peas and Leeks
This is a great casserole for company. Serves 12, delicious and can be done ahead of time and in the oven while serving appetizers. Print Recipe Crab-Stuffed Shells with Peas and Leeks Cook Time 30 minutes Servings people Ingredients 2 leeks white and light-green parts only9 tablespoons unsalted butter1 cup peas2 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt1/2…
Coconut Shrimp
This is one of our favorite dishes when we go to Mexico. Now you can enjoy it in the U.S. too! The recipe is written for one serving so just start multiplying by the number on your guest list. Print Recipe Coconut Shrimp Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 10 minutes Servings Ingredients 5 large shrimp3…
Prime Rib Roast
You may find this recipe unusual and be a little doubtful. We have used it for 15 years and it comes out to perfection every time! Lesson: Don’t be afraid, just follow the instructions. When you buy a rib roast, calculate that one rib will serve 2 persons, so for 6 you will need a…
Pretzel Dogs
These are a fun and easy treat for all ages. They are somewhat time consuming but worth every minute. The directions call for wrapping them around a hot dog or sausage, but they are also delicious in the traditional pretzel shape to be dipped in mustard or beer cheese soup. Get creative and have fun….
Beef Bourguignonne
This will be the best beef stew you will ever eat! It calls for cooking and serving the potatoes separate from the stew. We have always included them in the stew, feel free to make your choice. It will be delicious either way. Print Recipe Beef Bourguignonne Cuisine French Prep Time 25 minutes Cook Time…
Chicken Salad for Sandwiches
This recipe is a treasure. It has so many applications you will find yourself using it over and over again. Once the salad is made it can be stuffed in miniature cream puffs for appetizers, spread on croissants for a delicious lunch, stuffed in a toasted pita with some sprouts for another refreshing sandwich idea. …
Cream of Tomato Soup
This is the best tomato soup you will ever taste. If you are fortunate enough to be able to grow your own tomatoes it is also an excellent way to get them used up. I make it all but the cream and freeze it to be used on a cold winter day, add the whipping…