2 CUPS BUTTERMILK ZEST OF 1 LEMON 1 ½ CUPS STONE-GROUND YELLOW CORNMEAL 1 CUP ALL PURPOSE FLOUR 2 TABLESPOONS SUGAR 2 TEASPOONS BAKING POWDER ½ TEASPOON BAKING SODA ½ TEASPOON SALT 3 TABLESPOONS MELTED BUTTER, SLIGHTLY COOLED 1 LARGE EGG 1 TABLESPOON VEGETABLE OIL 1 1/2 CUPS FRESH BLUEBERRIES, (fresh is always best, but […]
That Mathews Beat
Mathews has a rhythm all its own. Guests of the Inn at Tabbs Creek often remark on the County’s gentle pace, and it’s true: despite being within eighty miles of Richmond and sixty of Hampton Roads, the Pearl of the Chesapeake isn’t in a rush. Our pace is part of our small town charm. But […]
Haunted Houses in Mathews
They say Virginia is the most haunted state in the U.S., and Mathews County is certainly no exception. Here are a few stories, some of which we have some personal experience with. Happy Haunting! “Auburn Plantation” – Located on the North River in Mathews County, this is probably the most famous of the Mathews Haunted […]
Lighting the Way on the Chesapeake Bay
New Point Comfort Lighthouse – Here in Virginia’s second smallest county we’re proud to say we’re home to more lighthouses than traffic lights. The score, for those keeping track: two lighthouses, no traffic lights. Given Mathews County’s 214 miles of scenic shoreline, this fact isn’t so surprising. With busier waterways than roads, this little county […]
Chorizo Sweet Potato Hash and Creamed Spinach with Poached Eggs
A guests favorite that’s sure to please the entire family. Great for holiday breakfast with its festive appeal. Easily serves four but also great as a side dish in smaller portions. (SERVES 4) FOR CHORIZO HASH: 2 # SWEET POTATOES, SKIN PEELED AND DISCARDED, THEN SHAVED INTO STRIPS WITH PEELER 1 STRIP OF BACON 1 […]
Baked Eggs with Roasted Red Pepper and Chardonnay Sauce
(Serves One for the Eggs 4-6 for the sauce) 2 eggs 2 tsp. salted butter, melted 2 tsp. heavy cream ¼ tsp fresh dill (1/8 tsp dried dill) Pinch Salt Pinch Black Pepper 2 Tbl. Shredded Havarti Cheese Pre Heat oven to 400 degrees 1. In a 6 – 8 oz baking ramekin, swirl melted […]
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