Seasonal Fare
Open the windows, warmer air is on its way. Some days bring rain, others wind, and then arrives the day when the sun shines and warmth is all around. Time for fish fried or on the grill. Sides of rice, pasta, or potato pancakes make the plate complete. Lighter drinks and lighter desserts help usher in lighter days.
Fish Fry
- vegetale oil, to fill about 1/4 inch of skillet
- 3 lbs fresh perch or walley
- panko bread crumbs
- salt, garlic salt
In heavy skillet, heat oil on medium high. Rinse fish and pat dry. Coat fish in panko crumbs and place into hot oil. Fry about 3 minutes on each side. Remove to paper towel layers to drain off excess oil. Place on platter in oven to keep warm. Season with garlic salt. Serve with lemon slices.
Spring Recipes
Pistachio Cake
A family favorite from the pistachio pudding box. And a good color for St. Patrick's Day.
- 1 pkg instant pistachio pudding
- 1 box white cake mix
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup club soda or water
- 1/4 cup oil
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
Mix all ingredients together. Grease 9 1/2" by 11" baking dish. Bake at 350°F, 40 to 45 minutes. Do not underbake.
Frosting
- 1 pkg instant pistachio pudding
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
- 1 envelope Dream Whip
- instead of milk and Dream Whip, we use 8 oz. Cool Whip with a little less milk