Fishing & Boating in the Northwoods

Au Gratin Potatoes Casserole Recipe

au gratin potato casserole

Here’s a recipe for an au gratin casserole that was handed down to my mother by close friends from Bagley, Minnesota, circa 1960. It hasn’t changed much in all those years, except that I’ve swapped American and cheddar for the Velveeta cheese used in the original recipe. Works as a great side for breakfasts and […]

Wild Rice & Shitake Mushrooms

bass veronique with wild rice

This wild rice side dish lends a Northwood flavor to any freshwater fish and is one of our all-time favorites. The original recipe used the word “stuffing” in it, as it was used to stuff Cornish Game Hens. (I prefer to just use it just as a side dish, and I think it works much […]

Spanish Rice Recipe

spanish rice

This is a superb recipe for Spanish rice that goes well with just about any fish dish. It’s easy and lends itself well to most of the Northwoods resorts or cabins that come equipped with only basic kitchen facilities. I guarantee you’ll get lots of positive comments on this one! Photo show Spanish rice with […]