Second Sunday of Advent
December 9, 2024
Sr. Gertrude, OSCO, offers the following reflections for the Second Sunday in the link below. She also suggests some helpful practices to deepen our Advent preparation. Advent Chapter Talk
These nuts are simply wonderful. Sweet and spicy. They will be a welcome addition to any holiday buffet. This recipe was developed especially for Honeycooks by Bob, a friend of the monastery and a retired caterer. 1.c Original creamed honey ¼ c sugar 1 tsp ground chipolte chiles (or powder) 2 c pecan halves course […]
This dressing is very easy to prepare and can be used as a salad dressing as well as a sauce or dip for vegetables. Great for Miso lovers. 1/4 cup olive oil (can substiture canola oil)1/4 cup water1/4 cup Mellow White Miso1 1/2 TBS brown rice vinegar or lemon juice2 level TBS Original Creamed Honey1 […]
Sr. Kay, friend, guest, and frequent contributor to Honeycooks, gave us this recipe. She in turn received it from Rev. Glenda Hope, Presbyterian minister and founder of San Francisco Network Ministries which serves the people of the Tenderloin District providing affordable housing, vocational training, and a safe house for women as well as HIV/AIDS pastoral […]
Here is the much requested recipe for Monastery Granola. It is a staple breakfast food at Redwoods Abbey. Serve with milk or yogurt and add a dollop of creamed honey or a spoonful of preserves for a little sweetness. In a large oven proof bowl: 1 cup wheat bran1 cup brewers’ yeast1 cup sesame seed1 […]
This dressing is a specialty of Sr Victoria and a favorite of guests and the sisters. 1 cup mellow miso (white miso)1 cup water or less if thicker consistency is desired1 cup oilJuice from 1 lemon1/2 cup rice vinegar1/3 cup or less Original Creamed Honey or brown rice syrup1 shallot chopped. You can substitute green […]
Here are some recipe ideas from Jeanne of Holy Orders. Holy Orders offers a unique selection of monastery products from monasteries all over the world. Visit Holy Orders website at www.holyorders.biz. At our Holy Orders Christmas Open House we served barbecued sliced polish sausage with a dip using equal parts of your original Monastery Creamed […]
Serve this at breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Quick and easy. Cut grapefruit in half. Loosen sections from the rind. Cook in a preheated oven at 375° for about 10 minutes or until heated through. While still warm – top with creamed honey. I used original flavor today – but ginger honey or cinnamon creamed honey […]
This is an easy idea for squash that came from Debbie, a friend and neighbor of the monastery. Cook one large buttternut squash or any other kind of equivalent size, remove skin, and mash it in a large bowl. Mix with about 1/4 cup honey and 1/4 cup butter. You could also top with pecans. […]
These cookies are substantial and even good for you. I used Original Flavor Honey – but you could experiment with Orange Flavored for a more fruity flavor. 1 ½ cups shortening1 cup brown sugar½ cup Monastery Creamed Honey2 eggs2 Teaspoons Vanilla 2 cups flour1 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons cinnamon1 teaspoon soda1 teaspoon cloves2 cups raisins2 cups […]
Sr. Gertrude, OSCO, offers the following reflections for the Second Sunday in the link below. She also suggests some helpful practices to deepen our Advent preparation. Advent Chapter Talk
Monastery Lentils A popular Guest House recipe that is vegan, easy to make and packed with flavor. Recipe calls for dry herbs – but use fresh for extra flavor. Serve
A lot goes on in the world, but little changes in a monastery. The life is regular and is set by defined intervals of prayer, work, and study. We are
