Meet Laurie

Friday:  Creative Friend Friday

Meet Laurie – my amazing sister-in-law!

She is a fantastic cook, chef and baker.  We visit her just to taste her yummies (hee hee).  She quilts, sews and builds cabinets and shelves. Laurie also teaches music and technology to a bunch of teenagers – that in itself is talent.

These are some of our favorite recipes from Laurie’s kitchen……

Laurie’s Broccoli Soup – my kids love it!

1 can chicken broth or 2 cups of water with 2-3 boullion cubes

1 ½ lb fresh chopped broccoli

1 large diced onion

1-2 chicken breast cooked and chopped

White Sauce

½ cup butter

½ cup flour

1 tsp. dry mustard

dash of pepper and salt

4 cups milk

1 ½ cup grated cheese

Cook broccoli and onions in broth until tender.

Add cooked chicken.

Melt butter in a separate pan and slowly stir in flour and seasoning.

Slowly add milk – cook and stir until thick and bubbling.

Add white sauce to broth and veggies.

Add cheese and heat until melted.

Laurie’s Kentucky Biscuits – my hubby’s favorite for over 16 years

2 cups flour

2 ½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

dash of salt

1 Tablespoon sugar

½ cup butter

¾  cup buttermilk

Mix dry ingredients and cut in butter. 

Add buttermilk and knead lightly.

Roll out into a 6” X 6” square and place on a greased cooking sheet. 

Cut dough into 12 even squares but do not separate.

Bake 15 minutes at 400 degrees.

Eat with honey and butter – mmmm.

Thanks Laurie - I think you're great!