The Unusual


        Rose Petal Soup

        A surprisingly refreshing and delicious cold soup. Ingredients:
        1 red or pink fragrant rose flower
        1 pint cold water
        8 ounces dry white wine
        Pinch of powdered cinnamon
        1 16 oz. can pitted sweet cherries, drained
        2 ounces of Kirsch
        1/2 pint of sour cream
        4 ounces of fine sugar

        Pluck the rose petals from the head. Cut away the white basal (heels) portions and discard. Put aside some petals for a garnish. Put sugar, water and cinnamon in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil. Add the cherries and reduce heat to simmer for 10 minutes. Add the wine and rose petals. Remove from the heat and allow to sit until cool. Put this mixture in the blender or food processor; liquefy it. Stir in 8 ounces of the sour cream and all the Kirsch. Refrigerate to chill thoroughly. Serve in a large glass bowl swirling the rest of sour cream on top. Scatter with rose petals and a sprinkling of cinnamon.

        Yield: 6-8 servings


        The Red Door 

        (an appetizer that is simple and a conversation starter at parties!!!)

        Ingredients:
        Rye or pumpernickel, cut into small squares
        peanut butter
        Ketchup
        Onions, chopped (sauteed if you wish)

        Spread a thin layer of peanut butter on each square of bread. Spread ketchup next, then add a sprinkle of onions on the top. This is an unexpectedly tasty treat that will have your guests talking up a storm! The app tastes like a combination of a hamburger and a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, two things that most people like!


        Peanut Butter Tacos

        Ingredients:
        Soft tacos
        Peanut Butter
        Honey
        Bananas
        Lettuce
        Brown sugar

        Spread the peanut butter on the taco shell. Now, add your favorite condiments. Roll your taco up and start eating