Beltane Chicken

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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 as 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
by Lorna Tedder and Shannon Bailey