Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Onion Shortcake And Thanks


During the season of Samhain is a good time to contemplate what we have reaped. It is good time to reflect all the goodness that has come to us. It is a good time to reflect on the obstacles that we have overcome in the previous year. It is a good time to think back on the desires we had and how we have manifested them in our lives.

As we gather on Samhain as friends and or family such reflection can be shared. Gathering around the fire during the coolness of evening and as the sun set on the previous year is an excellent time to share with one another. Working in a clockwise fashion around the circle ask each to share what they are grateful for. A fresh homemade loaf of bread passed around at the same time allowing each one to break a piece off as they share is symbolic of allowing this gift be become part of one’s whole being.
It is always helpful to share with others yet if some feel uncomfortable allow them to write down their thanks or to silently think their thought. Below is a recipe for Onion Shortcake. A simple recipe to prepare and also to share with the gathering.



Onion Shortcake

2 cups flour   
                     4 teaspoons baking powder  
1 ½ teaspoon salt      
         4 tablespoons shortening     
2/3 cups milk       
               2 teaspoons butter
2 ½ cup sliced onions  
       1 egg            
½ cup light cream

Preheat oven to 400. Sift flour and baking powder with ½ teaspoon of the salt. Cut in the shortening. Add the milk and knead the dough lightly. Flatten into a greased 8 by 8 inch dish.

Melt the butter in a skillet and sauté the onions until golden. I like to combine red and white for an added color. Let the onions cool then spread them over the dough.

Beat the egg, cream, and the remaining salt. Pour over the onions. Sprinkle with paprika and poppy seeds. Bake 15 to 20 minutes.




7 comments:

Debra She Who Seeks said...

I must be suffering an onion deficiency at the moment, because that recipe is calling me, CALLING ME! Gonna print it out and try it as soon as I have time. Oh, and wouldn't it be great with a beef soup!

Wendy said...

This looks delicious! Time to run ot the market.

Joane said...

Thank you for the wise words and the recipe!

Anonymous said...

Sounds so good!

Mother Moon said...

I am a lover of onions.. any kind really... I have to say I simply love this....and yes it is wonderful with a big bowl of stew... simply yummy....

Unknown said...

I love the idea of sharing around a fire, with bread as a symbolic element! Unfortunately, there is a severe lack of fireplaces in South Florida! But I am definitely filing this away for our camping trip next month. Thanks for the inspiration!

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