Beltane Chicken

2001 by Lorna Tedder and Aislinn Bailey

From Gifts for the Goddess on a Warm Spring Morn

www.SpilledCandy.com

In ancient times, Beltane was celebrated as a time of love, fertility, and

passion. The ingredients in this special dish all have magickal meanings

related to lust, love, and prosperity/fertility. Treat yourself as part of

the ancient celebration or any time you and your soulmate want to celebrate

your life together.

Cook 1 minced clove of garlic in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat for

about 1 minute at you repeat the name of your beloved. Next, add 2 cups of

fresh spinach and cook for 3 minutes while you name as many as possible of

the traits you admire in your beloved. Strain any water from the spinach,

just as you would want any ill thoughts about your relationship removed from

your celebration meal.

In a wooden bowl, combine the spinach and garlic with 1 cup of cooked rice,

1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, 2 tablespoons rinsed, chopped

sun-dried tomatoes, and 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary fresh from your herb

garden.

Using 2 pieces of wax paper and a metal mallet, flatten 2 boneless chicken

breasts, pounding out any negative feelings you might otherwise bring to the

table. Spread the spinach mixture on each chicken breast, then roll up each

carefully, using toothpicks to make sure the filling is secure in each roll.

Then place the chicken rolls in a large skillet and cook on medium-high. As

the chicken cooks, add 1 cup chicken broth and simmer for 15 minutes while

you set your table with your best china and light red candles. Back at your

kitchen workings, mix 1 tablespoon corn starch and 2 tablespoons water and

stir as you wish your secret wish for the evening -- whether a commitment, a

kiss, or a baby! Next add the cornstarch and water to the skillet and cook

as the sauce thickens and the seeds of your wishes are planted.

Last, when you are ready to serve this dish, take a sharp, clean knife and

douse the blade under cool running water. Then slice the chicken rolls into

1-inch thick slices and spoon sauce on top. Look closely at the chicken

slices and note the spiral patterns, a symbol of rebirth. Now hurry before

your candles burn low!

Makes 4 servings. If you and your beloved can't eat that much, just freeze

the leftovers for later.

(From Gifts for the Goddess on a Warm Spring Morn C2001 by Lorna Tedder and

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