2 lb. bag of powdered sugar
1 c. Crisco
little bit of butter flavoring (or use butter-flavored Crisco)
dash of salt
2/3 c. milk
*Mix sugar, Crisco, butter flavoring & salt. Slowly add milk to the consistency you want.
*Can cut recipe in half. It makes a lot of frosting.
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Pineapple Peach Jam
6 c. crushed peaches (fresh peaches, peeled and blended in blender)
4 c. sugar
1 (14 oz) can crushed pineapples
2 (3 oz) boxes orange jello
*Boil peaches until skin will peel off easily. Peel off skin, cut and blend peaches in blender.
*Boil peaches & sugar for 5 min. Add pineapple. Boil 2 min. Take off stove & add jello. Put in jars & seal.
*Process in boiling water canner for 10 min.
*feet: increase processing time by:
1001-3000 5 min.
3001-6000 10 min.
6001-8000 15 min.
8001-10,000 20 min.
4 c. sugar
1 (14 oz) can crushed pineapples
2 (3 oz) boxes orange jello
*Boil peaches until skin will peel off easily. Peel off skin, cut and blend peaches in blender.
*Boil peaches & sugar for 5 min. Add pineapple. Boil 2 min. Take off stove & add jello. Put in jars & seal.
*Process in boiling water canner for 10 min.
*feet: increase processing time by:
1001-3000 5 min.
3001-6000 10 min.
6001-8000 15 min.
8001-10,000 20 min.
Donna's Freezer Corn
5 quarts corn cut from cob
4 tsp. salt
1 quart water
2/3 c. sugar
*Bring to boil and cook for 5 min. Pack in freezer containers according to size you use for a meal. Cool. Freeze. (Takes about 30 ears).
4 tsp. salt
1 quart water
2/3 c. sugar
*Bring to boil and cook for 5 min. Pack in freezer containers according to size you use for a meal. Cool. Freeze. (Takes about 30 ears).
Canned Sweet & Sour Sauce
8 c. tomatoes, peeled & chopped
4 c. onions, chopped
2 cans pineapple chunks or tidbits, drained
2 cans mandarin oranges
4 c. green pepper, chopped
7 c. sugar
8 Tbsp. soy sauce
3 c. vinegar
cornstarch
*Combine & boil ingredients. Combine pineapple juice with about 1 c. cornstarch. Add to other ingredients & bring to a boil. Put in pint jars. Wipe rim, seal & water bath for about 35 min.
4 c. onions, chopped
2 cans pineapple chunks or tidbits, drained
2 cans mandarin oranges
4 c. green pepper, chopped
7 c. sugar
8 Tbsp. soy sauce
3 c. vinegar
cornstarch
*Combine & boil ingredients. Combine pineapple juice with about 1 c. cornstarch. Add to other ingredients & bring to a boil. Put in pint jars. Wipe rim, seal & water bath for about 35 min.
Friday, January 29, 2010
Hawaiian French Toast
1 Hawaiian French Bread Loaf
4 eggs
milk
2 Tbsp. cinnamon
dash of nutmeg
2 tsp. brown sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
*Mix all ingredients together except bread. Cut loaf into thick slices and dip in egg mixture. Cook on both sides until browned. Top with syrup and powdered sugar.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Candied Chicken
1 1/2 - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
1/4 c. mustard
1/2 c. ketchup
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/4 c. chopped onion
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 c. water
*Sauce is good doubled.
*Cut chicken into 1" pieces. Flour and brown chicken on outsides. Pour chicken & sauce in baking dish & bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.
*Good served over rice.
Cafe Rio Chicken
1 small bottle Draft Zesty Italian Dressing
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 Tbsp cumin
3 cloves garlic, minced
5 lbs. chicken breast
*Cook all together in a crock pot for 4 hours, shred meat and cook 1 additional hour.
*Other optional ingredients:
lettuce, black beans, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, salsa, and uncooked tortillas from Costco.
Cafe Rio Dressing:
1 buttermilk ranch dressing packet (make as per recipe)
2 tomatillos [tomato like vegetable with a husk around them]
1/2 bunch of cilantro
1 clove garlic
juice of 1 lime
1 jalapeno (use the seeds too if you like is spicy. You could substitute a few drops of green Tabasco for the jalapeno.)
Use a food processor to blend all the ingredients well. Refrigerate.
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 Tbsp cumin
3 cloves garlic, minced
5 lbs. chicken breast
*Cook all together in a crock pot for 4 hours, shred meat and cook 1 additional hour.
*Other optional ingredients:
lettuce, black beans, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, salsa, and uncooked tortillas from Costco.
Cafe Rio Dressing:
1 buttermilk ranch dressing packet (make as per recipe)
2 tomatillos [tomato like vegetable with a husk around them]
1/2 bunch of cilantro
1 clove garlic
juice of 1 lime
1 jalapeno (use the seeds too if you like is spicy. You could substitute a few drops of green Tabasco for the jalapeno.)
Use a food processor to blend all the ingredients well. Refrigerate.
Cafe Rio Pork
Pork loin roast (or pork chops with fat cut off)
Salsa
Brown sugar
flour tortillas
Other optional ingredients:
lettuce, black beans, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, salsa & uncooked tortillas from Costco.
*Heat in crock pot 1 c. salsa & 1/2 c. brown sugar per pound of meat. Cook on low for 6 hours. Shred meat with two forks and serve in tortillas.
Cafe Rio Dressing:
1 buttermilk ranch dressing packet (make as per recipe)
2 tomatillos [tomato like vegetable with a husk around them]
1/2 bunch of cilantro
1 clove garlic
juice of 1 lime
1 jalapeno (use the seeds too if you like is spicy. You could substitute a few drops of green Tabasco for the jalapeno.)
Use a food processor to blend all the ingredients well. Refrigerate.
White Chip Chocolate Cookies
2 1/4 c. flour
2/3 c. baking cocoa
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 cup butter, softened
3/4 c. white sugar
2/3 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
2 c. white chocolate chips
*Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
*Combine wet ingredients. Separately, combine dry ingredients then add to wet ingredients. Stir in chocolate chips. Drop by well-rounded teaspoon on to baking sheet.
*Bake for 9-11 min or until centers are set.
2/3 c. baking cocoa
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 cup butter, softened
3/4 c. white sugar
2/3 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
2 c. white chocolate chips
*Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
*Combine wet ingredients. Separately, combine dry ingredients then add to wet ingredients. Stir in chocolate chips. Drop by well-rounded teaspoon on to baking sheet.
*Bake for 9-11 min or until centers are set.
Homemade Sloppy Joes
1/2 c. onions, chopped
1/4 c. celery, chopped
1 Tbsp. butter
2/3 c. ketchup
1/2 c. water
2 lbs. lean ground beef
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vinegar
1/4 tsp. dry mustard
*Saute onion & celery in butter. Add 2 lbs. ground beef. Brown lightly. Drain off excess fat. Add rest of ingredients. Simmer, covered for 30 min.
1/4 c. celery, chopped
1 Tbsp. butter
2/3 c. ketchup
1/2 c. water
2 lbs. lean ground beef
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vinegar
1/4 tsp. dry mustard
*Saute onion & celery in butter. Add 2 lbs. ground beef. Brown lightly. Drain off excess fat. Add rest of ingredients. Simmer, covered for 30 min.
Mock Strawberry Daiquiri
2 c. fresh or frozen (thawed) unsweetened strawberries
1 c. crushed ice cubes (1/2 c. if berries frozen)
1/4 c. apple juice concentrate or more, to taste
1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
*Place all ingredients in a blender & puree. Serve cold in tall chilled glasses.
*Banana variation:
Substitute 2 med. ripe bananas cut into small pieces for the strawberries.
1 c. crushed ice cubes (1/2 c. if berries frozen)
1/4 c. apple juice concentrate or more, to taste
1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
*Place all ingredients in a blender & puree. Serve cold in tall chilled glasses.
*Banana variation:
Substitute 2 med. ripe bananas cut into small pieces for the strawberries.
Fruit Smoothies
1 c. (or more) of various fruits, fresh or frozen
1-2 c. of ice
1 c. any kind of juice
1-2 scoops any flavor sherbert, ice cream or frozen yogurt.
1 Tbsp honey or banana (opt)
*Mix in blender and drink.
1-2 c. of ice
1 c. any kind of juice
1-2 scoops any flavor sherbert, ice cream or frozen yogurt.
1 Tbsp honey or banana (opt)
*Mix in blender and drink.
Substitutions for Alcohol in Cooking
Brandy: Apple cider, peach or apricot syrup
Rum: Pineapple juice or syrup flavored with almond extract
Sherry: Orange or pineapple juice
Kirsh: Syrup or juice from black cherries, raspberries, currants, grapes or cherry cider
Cognaqc: Juice from peaches, apricots or pears
Cointreau: Orange juice frozen orange juice concentrate
Creme de menthe: Spearmint extract or oil of spearmint diluted wiht a little water or grapefruit juice
Red burgundy: Grape juice
White burgundy: white grape juice
Champagne: Ginger ale
Claret: Grape or currant juice or syrup or cherry cider
Rum: Pineapple juice or syrup flavored with almond extract
Sherry: Orange or pineapple juice
Kirsh: Syrup or juice from black cherries, raspberries, currants, grapes or cherry cider
Cognaqc: Juice from peaches, apricots or pears
Cointreau: Orange juice frozen orange juice concentrate
Creme de menthe: Spearmint extract or oil of spearmint diluted wiht a little water or grapefruit juice
Red burgundy: Grape juice
White burgundy: white grape juice
Champagne: Ginger ale
Claret: Grape or currant juice or syrup or cherry cider
Doughty Dinner Rolls (and variations)
2 packages yeast
1 1/4 c. lukewarm water
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 c. melted shortening or butter
1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. salt
3 whole eggs
4 1/2 c. flour
*In large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water with 1 tsp. sugar. Add shortening, sugar, salt & eggs and mix well with a whisk. Whisk in the flour, 1 cup at a time until all the flour is added and mixture appears blended. No need to knead. Leave the dough in the bowl and cover with plastic wrap and let sit in the fridge overnight or at least 8 hours. Roll dough into desired shape, place on greased sheet, let rise and bake in preheated 400 degree oven until golden.
VARIATIONS
Orange Rolls:
*After dough has chilled overnight, divide into thirds and roll each piece into a circle. Make a mixture of one orange rind (grated), 1/2 cup sugar and 6 Tbsp. melted butter. Spread 1/3 of orange mixture over each circle and then cut the circle into 8 or 12 pie-shaped wedges. Start at wide end and roll to point. Set on baking sheet with points on the underside and curving edges to create crescent shape. Bake in 400 degree oven until golden.
Cheese Rolls:
*Prepare as if making the orange rolls, but instead of spreading the mixture with the orange filling, spread with softened butter and then sprinkle generously with your favorite cheese.
Potato Rolls:
*Add 3/4 c. leftover mashed potatoes to the liquid ingredients. Vary this recipe by substituting part of the flour with whole wheat flour or cornmeal or oatmeal. Honey han be used in place of the sugar. Add lemon or orange rind directly to the dough. Add currants or nuts of any kinds. Add caraway seed, dill, dry onion flakes, any number of herbs and spices.
*Use other shapes like four leaf clovers, fan tans, Parker house, pan biscuits and knots.
1 1/4 c. lukewarm water
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 c. melted shortening or butter
1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. salt
3 whole eggs
4 1/2 c. flour
*In large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water with 1 tsp. sugar. Add shortening, sugar, salt & eggs and mix well with a whisk. Whisk in the flour, 1 cup at a time until all the flour is added and mixture appears blended. No need to knead. Leave the dough in the bowl and cover with plastic wrap and let sit in the fridge overnight or at least 8 hours. Roll dough into desired shape, place on greased sheet, let rise and bake in preheated 400 degree oven until golden.
VARIATIONS
Orange Rolls:
*After dough has chilled overnight, divide into thirds and roll each piece into a circle. Make a mixture of one orange rind (grated), 1/2 cup sugar and 6 Tbsp. melted butter. Spread 1/3 of orange mixture over each circle and then cut the circle into 8 or 12 pie-shaped wedges. Start at wide end and roll to point. Set on baking sheet with points on the underside and curving edges to create crescent shape. Bake in 400 degree oven until golden.
Cheese Rolls:
*Prepare as if making the orange rolls, but instead of spreading the mixture with the orange filling, spread with softened butter and then sprinkle generously with your favorite cheese.
Potato Rolls:
*Add 3/4 c. leftover mashed potatoes to the liquid ingredients. Vary this recipe by substituting part of the flour with whole wheat flour or cornmeal or oatmeal. Honey han be used in place of the sugar. Add lemon or orange rind directly to the dough. Add currants or nuts of any kinds. Add caraway seed, dill, dry onion flakes, any number of herbs and spices.
*Use other shapes like four leaf clovers, fan tans, Parker house, pan biscuits and knots.
Punch Bowl Cake
1 yellow cake mix
2 boxes vanilla pudding
1 can crushed pineapple, drained
1 can cherry pie filling
12 oz. whipped topping
1/2 c. chopped nuts
*Prepare cake & pudding according to package directions. Crumble 1/2 of cake in bottom of punch bowl. Pour 1/2 of pudding mix over cake. Crumble the other 1/2 of cake into the bowl & pour rest of pudding over that layer. Add pineapple, then cherry pie filling, then topping. Sprinkle nuts on top & chill.
2 boxes vanilla pudding
1 can crushed pineapple, drained
1 can cherry pie filling
12 oz. whipped topping
1/2 c. chopped nuts
*Prepare cake & pudding according to package directions. Crumble 1/2 of cake in bottom of punch bowl. Pour 1/2 of pudding mix over cake. Crumble the other 1/2 of cake into the bowl & pour rest of pudding over that layer. Add pineapple, then cherry pie filling, then topping. Sprinkle nuts on top & chill.
Heidi's Oven Fried Potatoes
6 large potatoes
1/4 c. oil
2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. pepper
*Scrub potatoes well; peel if desired. Cut into strips. Combine oil, cheese, salt, garlic powder, paprika & pepper in a large plastic bag. Add potatoes & shake to coat. Spread strips on 2 cookie sheets in a single layer. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-30 min. or until golden brown & tender, stirring once.
1/4 c. oil
2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. pepper
*Scrub potatoes well; peel if desired. Cut into strips. Combine oil, cheese, salt, garlic powder, paprika & pepper in a large plastic bag. Add potatoes & shake to coat. Spread strips on 2 cookie sheets in a single layer. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-30 min. or until golden brown & tender, stirring once.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars
1 chocolate chip or yellow cake mix
2 eggs
1/3 c. vegetable oil
1/2 c. chunky peanut butter
1 c. chocolate chips
*Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix together cake mix, eggs & oil. Mix in peanut butter. Stir in chocolate chips. Pat the brownie mixture into a 9x13" pan. Bake for 13-16 min. or until golden brown.
2 eggs
1/3 c. vegetable oil
1/2 c. chunky peanut butter
1 c. chocolate chips
*Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix together cake mix, eggs & oil. Mix in peanut butter. Stir in chocolate chips. Pat the brownie mixture into a 9x13" pan. Bake for 13-16 min. or until golden brown.
Peach Cobbler
2 Tbsp. butter
3 c. sliced fresh peaches or 1 can (29 oz) peach slices, drained
1/2 c. sugar
2 Tbsp. flour
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. flour
2 Tbsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/3 c. canola oil or melted shortening
3 Tbsp. milk
1 egg, slightly beaten
*Preheat oven to 350 degrees. As oven is heating, melt butter in 11 1/2" x 7 1/2" baking pan. Stir together 1/2 c. sugar, 2 Tbsp flour & cinnamon; sprinkle evenly over fruit; set aside. Blend together 1 c. flour, 2 Tbsp sugar, salt & baking powder in med. mixing bowl; stir in remaining ingredients that have been mixed together just until blended. Spoon evenly over fruit. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 min. or until done.
*For fresh fruit that's somewhat tart you can add 1/2 c. more sugar.
3 c. sliced fresh peaches or 1 can (29 oz) peach slices, drained
1/2 c. sugar
2 Tbsp. flour
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. flour
2 Tbsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/3 c. canola oil or melted shortening
3 Tbsp. milk
1 egg, slightly beaten
*Preheat oven to 350 degrees. As oven is heating, melt butter in 11 1/2" x 7 1/2" baking pan. Stir together 1/2 c. sugar, 2 Tbsp flour & cinnamon; sprinkle evenly over fruit; set aside. Blend together 1 c. flour, 2 Tbsp sugar, salt & baking powder in med. mixing bowl; stir in remaining ingredients that have been mixed together just until blended. Spoon evenly over fruit. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 min. or until done.
*For fresh fruit that's somewhat tart you can add 1/2 c. more sugar.
Orange Julius
1/4 c. sugar
1 c. water
1 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
1 can orange juice
ice, added until slushy
*Blend in mixer and enjoy.
1 c. water
1 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
1 can orange juice
ice, added until slushy
*Blend in mixer and enjoy.
Chicken & Rice
1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 green pepper
1 red pepper
1 onion
rice (brown or white)
salt & pepper
seasoned salt
oregano
garlic salt
*Cut chicken into 1/2" - 1" pieces & brown on stove with 1/2 tsp. oil Spice to taste. Add 1/2 c. water & peppers & onion until most of water is evaporated & vegetables are soft.
*Cook rice separately.
*Add chicken and vegetables to rice an top with soy sauce or teryaki sauce.
1 green pepper
1 red pepper
1 onion
rice (brown or white)
salt & pepper
seasoned salt
oregano
garlic salt
*Cut chicken into 1/2" - 1" pieces & brown on stove with 1/2 tsp. oil Spice to taste. Add 1/2 c. water & peppers & onion until most of water is evaporated & vegetables are soft.
*Cook rice separately.
*Add chicken and vegetables to rice an top with soy sauce or teryaki sauce.
NM Cookies
2 c. butter
24 oz. chocolate chips
4 c. flour
2 c. brown sugar
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
2 c. sugar
2 (8 oz) Hershey bar, grated
5 c. blended oatmeal
4 eggs
2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. vanilla
3 c. nuts, chopped
*Measure oatmeal & blend in a blender to a fine powder. Cream the butter & both sugars. Add eggs & vanilla, mix together with the flour, oatmeal, salt, baking powder & baking soda. Add chocolate chips, Hershey bar & nuts.
*Roll into balls & place 2" apart on a cookie sheet. Bake 10 min. at 375 degrees.
Makes over 9 dozen cookies.
24 oz. chocolate chips
4 c. flour
2 c. brown sugar
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
2 c. sugar
2 (8 oz) Hershey bar, grated
5 c. blended oatmeal
4 eggs
2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. vanilla
3 c. nuts, chopped
*Measure oatmeal & blend in a blender to a fine powder. Cream the butter & both sugars. Add eggs & vanilla, mix together with the flour, oatmeal, salt, baking powder & baking soda. Add chocolate chips, Hershey bar & nuts.
*Roll into balls & place 2" apart on a cookie sheet. Bake 10 min. at 375 degrees.
Makes over 9 dozen cookies.
Banana Milk-Shake
1 c. fat-free or low-fat milk
1/3 c. non-fat dry milk
1 frozen ripe banana, cut into chunks
1 tsp. vanilla
dash of ground cinnamon (opt.)
*Place all ingredients in a blender & puree. Serve immediately.
Berry Variation:
*Add 1 1/2 c. berries, fresh or unsweetened frozen and 1 Tbsp. frozen apple juice concentrate (thawed) before blending. (Omit the cinnamon).
Creamsicle Variation:
*Add 2 Tbsp. frozen orange juice concentrate (thawed); omit the cinnamon.
1/3 c. non-fat dry milk
1 frozen ripe banana, cut into chunks
1 tsp. vanilla
dash of ground cinnamon (opt.)
*Place all ingredients in a blender & puree. Serve immediately.
Berry Variation:
*Add 1 1/2 c. berries, fresh or unsweetened frozen and 1 Tbsp. frozen apple juice concentrate (thawed) before blending. (Omit the cinnamon).
Creamsicle Variation:
*Add 2 Tbsp. frozen orange juice concentrate (thawed); omit the cinnamon.
Mushroom Rice & Chicken
1 tsp. of each: paprika, garlic salt & lemon pepper seasoning
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (abt. 1 lb)
2 Tbsp. butter, divided
1 package Rice-A-Roni Chicken & Mushroom flavor
1 red or green bell pepper, chopped
*Sprinkle paprika, garlic salt & lemon pepper over chicken. In large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 Tbsp butter. Add chicken, cook 2 min. on each side. Remove from skillet & set aside.
*In same skillet over med. heat, saute rice mix with remaining Tbsp. butter until rice is golden brown.
*Slowly stir in 1 2/3 c. water & special seasoning; bring to a boil. Place chicken over rice. Reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 15 min.
*Stir in bell pepper. Cover cook 5 more min. or until rice is tender & chicken is no longer pink inside. Take chicken out. Add 1/4 c. milk to rice, stir, heat through. Serve.
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (abt. 1 lb)
2 Tbsp. butter, divided
1 package Rice-A-Roni Chicken & Mushroom flavor
1 red or green bell pepper, chopped
*Sprinkle paprika, garlic salt & lemon pepper over chicken. In large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 Tbsp butter. Add chicken, cook 2 min. on each side. Remove from skillet & set aside.
*In same skillet over med. heat, saute rice mix with remaining Tbsp. butter until rice is golden brown.
*Slowly stir in 1 2/3 c. water & special seasoning; bring to a boil. Place chicken over rice. Reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 15 min.
*Stir in bell pepper. Cover cook 5 more min. or until rice is tender & chicken is no longer pink inside. Take chicken out. Add 1/4 c. milk to rice, stir, heat through. Serve.
Snickerdoodles
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter
1 egg
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. cream of tarter
2 Tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. ground cinnamon
*In large bowl: cream sugar & butter. Beat in egg & vanilla.
*In small bow: stir flour, salt, baking soda & cream of tarter. Stir in to large bowl with sugar & butter mixture. In same small bowl: combine sugar & cinnamon.
*Grease cookie sheets. Shape dough into balls. Roll in sugar mixture. Put on sheet & bake.
1/2 c. butter
1 egg
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. cream of tarter
2 Tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. ground cinnamon
*In large bowl: cream sugar & butter. Beat in egg & vanilla.
*In small bow: stir flour, salt, baking soda & cream of tarter. Stir in to large bowl with sugar & butter mixture. In same small bowl: combine sugar & cinnamon.
*Grease cookie sheets. Shape dough into balls. Roll in sugar mixture. Put on sheet & bake.
Monday, January 25, 2010
Hawaiian Pineapple Cake
1 yellow cake mix
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 large vanilla instant pudding
milk needed for pudding
1 (16 oz) can pineapple chunks, drained
12 oz. whipped topping
1/3 c. coconut
*Mix & bake yellow cake in 9x13" pan according to box directions & cool. Make pudding according to box directions & set aside. Mix softened cream cheese with prepared pudding until mixture is smooth. Pour mixture onto cooled cake. Sprinkle pineapple chunks on top of cream cheese pudding in cake pan. Smooth whipped topping over top of cake. Sprinkle top with coconut. Refrigerate.
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 large vanilla instant pudding
milk needed for pudding
1 (16 oz) can pineapple chunks, drained
12 oz. whipped topping
1/3 c. coconut
*Mix & bake yellow cake in 9x13" pan according to box directions & cool. Make pudding according to box directions & set aside. Mix softened cream cheese with prepared pudding until mixture is smooth. Pour mixture onto cooled cake. Sprinkle pineapple chunks on top of cream cheese pudding in cake pan. Smooth whipped topping over top of cake. Sprinkle top with coconut. Refrigerate.
Hawaiian Haystacks
sharp cheddar cheese, grated
chopped celery
bottle cherries
crushed pineapple
bag of coconut
cream of chicken soup
cream of mushroom soup
chicken stock
sliced tomatoes
1 large onion, chopped
1 bag slivered almonds
rice
noodles
chicken breasts
*Cook chicken in crock pot with cream of chicken and mushroom soups. Cook on high for 4-6 hours or on low for 6-8 hours. Separately cook rice. Add any of the above toppings of your choice on top of the rice and chicken.
chopped celery
bottle cherries
crushed pineapple
bag of coconut
cream of chicken soup
cream of mushroom soup
chicken stock
sliced tomatoes
1 large onion, chopped
1 bag slivered almonds
rice
noodles
chicken breasts
*Cook chicken in crock pot with cream of chicken and mushroom soups. Cook on high for 4-6 hours or on low for 6-8 hours. Separately cook rice. Add any of the above toppings of your choice on top of the rice and chicken.
Green Bean Casserole
2 (16 oz) cans of green beans
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 tsp. lemon juice
1/2 of a 3 oz. can French-fried onions (about 1 cup)
*Drain green beans, put in casserole dish & add soup over beans. Add lemon juice. Mix well.
*Put in oven at 350 degrees for 30 min. Sprinkle french fried onions over casserole. Bake 5 min.
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 tsp. lemon juice
1/2 of a 3 oz. can French-fried onions (about 1 cup)
*Drain green beans, put in casserole dish & add soup over beans. Add lemon juice. Mix well.
*Put in oven at 350 degrees for 30 min. Sprinkle french fried onions over casserole. Bake 5 min.
Hamburger Soup
1 minced onion
1 minced clove of garlic
1 lb lean ground beef
1-2 cans stewed tomatoes
1-2 cans water
4 carrots, peel & sliced
3 ribs celery, chopped
4 potatoes, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 tsp. thyme
2 tsp salt
dash of cayenne
*Saute garlic, onion and ground beef; drain.
*Add celery and cook until a little soft. Add rest of ingredients. Water added should be only enough to cover vegetables. Bring to a boil, then turn to low and simmer for 45 min - 1 hour until carrots and potatoes are soft. Add extra salt if needed.
1 minced clove of garlic
1 lb lean ground beef
1-2 cans stewed tomatoes
1-2 cans water
4 carrots, peel & sliced
3 ribs celery, chopped
4 potatoes, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 tsp. thyme
2 tsp salt
dash of cayenne
*Saute garlic, onion and ground beef; drain.
*Add celery and cook until a little soft. Add rest of ingredients. Water added should be only enough to cover vegetables. Bring to a boil, then turn to low and simmer for 45 min - 1 hour until carrots and potatoes are soft. Add extra salt if needed.
Granola Bars
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter (plus 2 Tbsp), room temp.
3 Tbsp. honey
3 Tbsp. corn syrup
2 Tbsp. peanut butter (opt., or up to 1/4 cup)
4 3/4 c. quick oats
1 c. chopped nuts
1 c. coconut
1 c. chocolate chips
*In large bowl cream together 1st set of ingredients. Then add remaining ingredients. You can substitute all kinds of ingredients, raisins, dates, craisins, etc. The only thing you can't omit is the oatmeal.
*Spread on a large, lightly greased cookie-sheet and press evenly throughout (no high point in the center or the edges will be dark).
*Bake at 350 degrees for 15 min. or until mixture is baked but not overcooked. You don't want the edges to get brown. Remove from the oven, let sit a bit, but cut while still warm.
Super Easy Rocky Road Fudge
2 c. (12 oz pkg) chocolate chips
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp. vanilla
3 c. mini-marshmallows
1 1/2 c. coarsely chopped walnuts
*Line 13x9" pan with foil; grease lightly.
*Microwave choc. chips & sweetened condensed milk in large, uncovered bowl for 1 min; stir. If necessary, microwave additional 10-15 sec. intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in vanilla. Fold in marshmallows and nuts.
*Press mixture into prepared baking pan. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into pieces.
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp. vanilla
3 c. mini-marshmallows
1 1/2 c. coarsely chopped walnuts
*Line 13x9" pan with foil; grease lightly.
*Microwave choc. chips & sweetened condensed milk in large, uncovered bowl for 1 min; stir. If necessary, microwave additional 10-15 sec. intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in vanilla. Fold in marshmallows and nuts.
*Press mixture into prepared baking pan. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into pieces.
Baked French Fries
1 1/2 tsp. canola oil
2 large baking potatoes
2 large egg whites
salt & pepper
*Wash, peel & cut potatoes into French Fry slices(you can leave the skin on if you want).
*Pour oil and egg whites into a plastic bag. Add potatoes. Seal bag and shake. Put potatoes on baking dish. Add salt and pepper. Bake at 425 degrees for 30-35 min.
2 large baking potatoes
2 large egg whites
salt & pepper
*Wash, peel & cut potatoes into French Fry slices(you can leave the skin on if you want).
*Pour oil and egg whites into a plastic bag. Add potatoes. Seal bag and shake. Put potatoes on baking dish. Add salt and pepper. Bake at 425 degrees for 30-35 min.
Carole's Fondu
1 lb Velveeta cheese
2 c. tomato juice
1 package of onion soup
*Mix ingredients together. Heat and eat with French Bread.
2 c. tomato juice
1 package of onion soup
*Mix ingredients together. Heat and eat with French Bread.
Muddy Buddies
6 c. Rice Chex Cereal (can substitute Corn, wheat or chocolate chex)
1 c. chocolate chips
1/2 c. peanut butter
1/4 c. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. powdered sugar
*Into large bowl, measure cereal; set aside.
*In microwavable bowl, microwave choc. chips, peanut butter and butter uncovered for 1 min., stir. microwave about 30 sec. longer or until mixture can be stirred smooth. Stir in vanilla. Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated. Pour into 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag.
*Add powdered sugar. Seal bag; shake until well coated. Spread on waxed paper to cool. Store in airtight container in refrigerator.
Dream Bars
Crust:
1/2 c. butter
1 c. brown sugar
2 c. flour
*press into well-greased pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 5 min.
Topping:
2 c. brown sugar
2 tsp. vanilla
3 c. coconut
4 eggs
4 Tbsp. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
2 c. nuts
1 c. chocolate chips
*Mix and spread onto crust. Bake for 20 min at 350 degrees.
1/2 c. butter
1 c. brown sugar
2 c. flour
*press into well-greased pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 5 min.
Topping:
2 c. brown sugar
2 tsp. vanilla
3 c. coconut
4 eggs
4 Tbsp. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
2 c. nuts
1 c. chocolate chips
*Mix and spread onto crust. Bake for 20 min at 350 degrees.
Cheese Strata
8 slices white or wheat bread
4 slices cheese
2 Tbsp. bacon bits
4 eggs
2 c. milk
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. mustard
*Put 4 slices of bread next to each other in baking dish. Put slice of cheese on each. Sprinkle with bacon bits. Top with remaining bread. Beat eggs, stir in milk, salt & mustard. Pour over bread. Cover w/plastic wrap. Leave out for 1 hour or in refrigerator for 1 day. Remove plastic. Put in oven at 325 degrees for 1 hour. Let stand 5 min. Makes 4 servings.
4 slices cheese
2 Tbsp. bacon bits
4 eggs
2 c. milk
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. mustard
*Put 4 slices of bread next to each other in baking dish. Put slice of cheese on each. Sprinkle with bacon bits. Top with remaining bread. Beat eggs, stir in milk, salt & mustard. Pour over bread. Cover w/plastic wrap. Leave out for 1 hour or in refrigerator for 1 day. Remove plastic. Put in oven at 325 degrees for 1 hour. Let stand 5 min. Makes 4 servings.
Best Cheesecake
crust:
1 1/4 c. graham crackers
1/3 c. melted butter
1/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
filling:
1 (8 oz) cream cheese
1/3 c. lemon juice
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
*Beat cheese until fluffy. Add milk. Beat until smooth. Stir in lemon & vanilla. Pour into crust in 9x13" pan. Chill for 3 hours until set. Top with 1 can cherry or blueberry pie filling.
1 1/4 c. graham crackers
1/3 c. melted butter
1/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
filling:
1 (8 oz) cream cheese
1/3 c. lemon juice
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
*Beat cheese until fluffy. Add milk. Beat until smooth. Stir in lemon & vanilla. Pour into crust in 9x13" pan. Chill for 3 hours until set. Top with 1 can cherry or blueberry pie filling.
MF Chocolate Chip Cookies
2 c. sugar
2 c. brown sugar
2 c. butter
2 tsp. vanilla
4 eggs
4 c. flour
5 c. ground oatmeal
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
24 oz. chocolate chips
3 c. chopped nuts
1 grated Hershey's candy bar
*Mix together all wet ingredients. In separate bowl, mix dry ingredients then add them to the wet ingredients. Add chocolate chips and candy bar.
*Bake 6-8 min. at 375 degrees.
2 c. brown sugar
2 c. butter
2 tsp. vanilla
4 eggs
4 c. flour
5 c. ground oatmeal
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
24 oz. chocolate chips
3 c. chopped nuts
1 grated Hershey's candy bar
*Mix together all wet ingredients. In separate bowl, mix dry ingredients then add them to the wet ingredients. Add chocolate chips and candy bar.
*Bake 6-8 min. at 375 degrees.
Danielson Chicken Broccoli Casserole
2 (10 oz) packages frozen broccoli spears
2 c. cubed chicken, cooked
2 (10 oz) cans cream of chicken soup
3/4 c. mayonnaise
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 c. grated cheese
2 c. soft bread cubes
1/2 c. melted butter
*Arrange broccoli then chicken in 9x13" pan. Combine soup, mayonnaise & lemon juice. Pour over top. Sprinkle with cheese. Mix bread with melted butter. Arrange over top of all. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 min., uncovered.
2 c. cubed chicken, cooked
2 (10 oz) cans cream of chicken soup
3/4 c. mayonnaise
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 c. grated cheese
2 c. soft bread cubes
1/2 c. melted butter
*Arrange broccoli then chicken in 9x13" pan. Combine soup, mayonnaise & lemon juice. Pour over top. Sprinkle with cheese. Mix bread with melted butter. Arrange over top of all. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 min., uncovered.
Aunt Joan's Taco Casserole
Natcho cheese chips
1 lb lean ground beef (or chicken w/cream of chicken)
1 med. onion
garlic salt
taco seasoning
1 can cream of mushroom
1/2 can water
1 can corn, drained
1 small can of green chilies, diced
1 can chopped olives
extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated
*Line a big pan with Natcho cheese chips. Brown meat with med. onion chopped fine. Add garlic salt & other ingredients. Add everything to the shell pan. Top with grated cheese. Bake at 325 degrees for 20 min.
1 lb lean ground beef (or chicken w/cream of chicken)
1 med. onion
garlic salt
taco seasoning
1 can cream of mushroom
1/2 can water
1 can corn, drained
1 small can of green chilies, diced
1 can chopped olives
extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated
*Line a big pan with Natcho cheese chips. Brown meat with med. onion chopped fine. Add garlic salt & other ingredients. Add everything to the shell pan. Top with grated cheese. Bake at 325 degrees for 20 min.
Aunt Joan's Chicken Casserole
rice
chicken
red, yellow, orange & green peppers
red onion
cream of mushroom soup
*Cook rice separately. Chop & cook chicken separately. Chop peppers & onion & add to rice (mix together). Lay rice mixture on bottom of pan to bake. Put cream of mushroom on top with chicken. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 min.
chicken
red, yellow, orange & green peppers
red onion
cream of mushroom soup
*Cook rice separately. Chop & cook chicken separately. Chop peppers & onion & add to rice (mix together). Lay rice mixture on bottom of pan to bake. Put cream of mushroom on top with chicken. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 min.
Macaroni & Cheese Casserole
1 box Mac & Cheese
1 can chicken, drained
2 Tbsp Ranch dressing
1/2 c. chopped tomatoes
3 Tbsp. sliced green onions
*Prepare Mac & Cheese, then add remaining ingredients.
1 can chicken, drained
2 Tbsp Ranch dressing
1/2 c. chopped tomatoes
3 Tbsp. sliced green onions
*Prepare Mac & Cheese, then add remaining ingredients.
Heavenly Bars
2 c. graham cracker crumbs
1/2 c. sugar
1 cube butter
*Pat into a greased 9x13" pan and bake at 350 degrees for 10 min. or until firm.
*In another bowl combine:
1 1/2 c. coconut
1 can sweetened condensed milk
*Spread this mixture over graham cracker crust. Bake at 350 degrees for another 10 min. or until coconut is slightly browned.
*On the stove top melt:
1 package milk chocolate chips
1/2 c. peanut butter.
*Pour this mixture over the top of the coconut. Let cool in refrigerator.
1/2 c. sugar
1 cube butter
*Pat into a greased 9x13" pan and bake at 350 degrees for 10 min. or until firm.
*In another bowl combine:
1 1/2 c. coconut
1 can sweetened condensed milk
*Spread this mixture over graham cracker crust. Bake at 350 degrees for another 10 min. or until coconut is slightly browned.
*On the stove top melt:
1 package milk chocolate chips
1/2 c. peanut butter.
*Pour this mixture over the top of the coconut. Let cool in refrigerator.
Dill Pickles
2 rounded tsp. salt
1/2 clove garlic
1/2 tsp. pickling spice
dill
cucumbers
2 small chili peppers (opt.)
*Wash cucumbers. Put 1 dill plant in bottom of quart jar that has been washed & scalded. Fill jar with cucumbers. Add salt, garlic & pickling spice. Fill with water; seal with new lid & roll jar until all salt is dissolved.
*For pickles that will be used within a few weeks, you can use cold water from the tap. For pickles to be stored, boil 13 cups of water & 1 c. vinegar & pour over pickles; seal immediately.
*If you like pickles hot, add a jalapeno pepper or other hot pepper. You can also use watermelon or other vegetables alone or with cucumbers if you wish.
1/2 clove garlic
1/2 tsp. pickling spice
dill
cucumbers
2 small chili peppers (opt.)
*Wash cucumbers. Put 1 dill plant in bottom of quart jar that has been washed & scalded. Fill jar with cucumbers. Add salt, garlic & pickling spice. Fill with water; seal with new lid & roll jar until all salt is dissolved.
*For pickles that will be used within a few weeks, you can use cold water from the tap. For pickles to be stored, boil 13 cups of water & 1 c. vinegar & pour over pickles; seal immediately.
*If you like pickles hot, add a jalapeno pepper or other hot pepper. You can also use watermelon or other vegetables alone or with cucumbers if you wish.
5 Star Brownies
3 eggs
2 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. chopped nuts (opt.)
1/2 c. melted butter
1/4 c. melted shortening
1/2 c. flour
3/4 c. cocoa
*Beat eggs, sugar & vanilla. Add shortening & butter. Ad dry ingredients. Mix well. Pour into 9x13" greased pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 min.
Cheesy Chicken & Rice Casserole
1 can (26 oz) cream of chicken soup
2 c. water
1 1/2 c. uncooked long-grain white rice
3 c. fresh or frozen vegetables
1 tsp. onion powder
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1/2 c. shredded cheddar cheese
*Stir soup, water, rice, vegetables & onion powder in 13x9" baking dish.
*Top with chicken. Season chicken as desired. Cover.
*Bake at 375 degrees for 1 hour or until done. Top with cheese.
2 c. water
1 1/2 c. uncooked long-grain white rice
3 c. fresh or frozen vegetables
1 tsp. onion powder
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1/2 c. shredded cheddar cheese
*Stir soup, water, rice, vegetables & onion powder in 13x9" baking dish.
*Top with chicken. Season chicken as desired. Cover.
*Bake at 375 degrees for 1 hour or until done. Top with cheese.
Cranberry Turkey Roast
1 turkey roast
1 (15 oz) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 envelope dry onion soup mix
1/2 c. orange juice
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
*Cook in slow cooker for 6-8 hrs on low.
1 (15 oz) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 envelope dry onion soup mix
1/2 c. orange juice
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
*Cook in slow cooker for 6-8 hrs on low.
Ruth's Rice Krispies Squares
1/4 c. butter
5 c. mini-marshmallows
1/2 tsp. vanilla
5 c. Rice Krispies
*Melt butter in sauce pan. Add marshmallows, and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until marshmallows are melted. Remove from heat: stir in vanilla.
*Add rice Krispies and stir until well-coated with marshmallow mixture.
*Press warm marshmallow treats mixture lightly into greased 13x9" pan. Cut into squares when cool.
5 c. mini-marshmallows
1/2 tsp. vanilla
5 c. Rice Krispies
*Melt butter in sauce pan. Add marshmallows, and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until marshmallows are melted. Remove from heat: stir in vanilla.
*Add rice Krispies and stir until well-coated with marshmallow mixture.
*Press warm marshmallow treats mixture lightly into greased 13x9" pan. Cut into squares when cool.
Dandy Candy
1 c. peanut butter
1/2 to 3/4 c. honey
1 c. dry milk powder
1 tsp. vanilla
*Combine peanut butter, honey & vanilla in bowl or plastic bag.
*Mix with for or spoon or squeeze plastic bag until ingredients are well blended.
*Spoon small candies out and wrap with wax paper.
1/2 to 3/4 c. honey
1 c. dry milk powder
1 tsp. vanilla
*Combine peanut butter, honey & vanilla in bowl or plastic bag.
*Mix with for or spoon or squeeze plastic bag until ingredients are well blended.
*Spoon small candies out and wrap with wax paper.
Peanut Butter Honey Brownies
3/4 c. creamy peanut butter
1/2 c. honey
1 package (15.5 oz) chocolate chunk brownie mix
1/4 c. butter, melted
3 Tbsp. water
1 egg
3/4 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 Tbsp. butter
*Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 8" or 9" pan. In small bowl, combine peanut butter & hone; blend until smooth. Set aside.
*In large bowl, combine brownie mix, 1/4 c. butter, water & egg; bet 50 strokes. Spread half of better in greased pan. Score batter into 16 squares. Using 1/4 c. peanut butter mixture, place scant measuring teaspoon mixture in center of each square. Carefully spread remaining browning batter over top.
*Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 min. or until edges pull away from sides of pan. Cool.
*Spread remaining peanut butter mixture over brownies. In small saucepan, combine choc. chips & 3 Tbsp butter; cook over low heat until melted and smooth, stirring constantly. Spoon and spread chocolate mixture over peanut butter mixture on brownies. Cool or refrigerate until set. Cut into 16 brownies.
1/2 c. honey
1 package (15.5 oz) chocolate chunk brownie mix
1/4 c. butter, melted
3 Tbsp. water
1 egg
3/4 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 Tbsp. butter
*Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 8" or 9" pan. In small bowl, combine peanut butter & hone; blend until smooth. Set aside.
*In large bowl, combine brownie mix, 1/4 c. butter, water & egg; bet 50 strokes. Spread half of better in greased pan. Score batter into 16 squares. Using 1/4 c. peanut butter mixture, place scant measuring teaspoon mixture in center of each square. Carefully spread remaining browning batter over top.
*Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 min. or until edges pull away from sides of pan. Cool.
*Spread remaining peanut butter mixture over brownies. In small saucepan, combine choc. chips & 3 Tbsp butter; cook over low heat until melted and smooth, stirring constantly. Spoon and spread chocolate mixture over peanut butter mixture on brownies. Cool or refrigerate until set. Cut into 16 brownies.
Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
Salad:
1/4 c. sliced natural almonds, toasted
8 oz (1 1/2 c.) strawberries
1/2 med. cucumber
1/4 small red onion
1 package (6 oz) baby spinach
Dressing:
1 lemon (2 Tbsp. lemon juice)
2 Tbsp. white vinegar
1/3 c. sugar
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 tsp. poppy seeds
*For dressing, zest lemon to measure 1/2 tsp zest. Juice lemon to 2 Tbsp. Combine zest, juice, vinegar, sugar, oil & poppy seeds. Cover. Refrigerate.
*Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread almonds in single layer over bottom of pan. Bake 10-12 min. Cool almonds.
*Cut strawberries into quarters. Score cucumber lengthwise, remove the seeds. Slice cucumber. Slice onions into thin wedges.
*Place spinach in serving bowl; add strawberries, cucumber, onion. Use dressing. Sprinkle with almonds.
1/4 c. sliced natural almonds, toasted
8 oz (1 1/2 c.) strawberries
1/2 med. cucumber
1/4 small red onion
1 package (6 oz) baby spinach
Dressing:
1 lemon (2 Tbsp. lemon juice)
2 Tbsp. white vinegar
1/3 c. sugar
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 tsp. poppy seeds
*For dressing, zest lemon to measure 1/2 tsp zest. Juice lemon to 2 Tbsp. Combine zest, juice, vinegar, sugar, oil & poppy seeds. Cover. Refrigerate.
*Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread almonds in single layer over bottom of pan. Bake 10-12 min. Cool almonds.
*Cut strawberries into quarters. Score cucumber lengthwise, remove the seeds. Slice cucumber. Slice onions into thin wedges.
*Place spinach in serving bowl; add strawberries, cucumber, onion. Use dressing. Sprinkle with almonds.
Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls
2 1/2 c. hot water
1/2 c. dry milk
2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. butter, melted
2 Tbsp. dry yeast
1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs beaten
7 - 7 1/2 c. flour
Cinnamon/Sugar Mix:
1/2 c. white sugar
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 1/2 Tbsp. cinnamon mix
*Store in air-tight jar*
*Use 1/2 c. water to dissolve yeast, add a tsp. sugar, let start to rise. Put water, dry milk, sugar, salt, eggs, butter in bowl (tupperware with lid). Mix in 2 c. flour, then add yeast mix, continue adding flour 1 c. of flour at a time until you have a firm dough. Rise about 1 hour.
*Divide dough in 2 pieces & roll each piece into a rectangle about 6"x18". Spread melted butter over dough. Sprinkle cinnamon & sugar mix. Add nuts & raisins if desired. Roll dough & cut in 1 1/2 " pieces. Put in pan & pat down. Let rise. Bake 375 degrees for 15-20 min.
*You can also make dinner rolls with this recipe.
1/2 c. dry milk
2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. butter, melted
2 Tbsp. dry yeast
1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs beaten
7 - 7 1/2 c. flour
Cinnamon/Sugar Mix:
1/2 c. white sugar
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 1/2 Tbsp. cinnamon mix
*Store in air-tight jar*
*Use 1/2 c. water to dissolve yeast, add a tsp. sugar, let start to rise. Put water, dry milk, sugar, salt, eggs, butter in bowl (tupperware with lid). Mix in 2 c. flour, then add yeast mix, continue adding flour 1 c. of flour at a time until you have a firm dough. Rise about 1 hour.
*Divide dough in 2 pieces & roll each piece into a rectangle about 6"x18". Spread melted butter over dough. Sprinkle cinnamon & sugar mix. Add nuts & raisins if desired. Roll dough & cut in 1 1/2 " pieces. Put in pan & pat down. Let rise. Bake 375 degrees for 15-20 min.
*You can also make dinner rolls with this recipe.
Caramels
1 c. butter
2 1/4 c. brown sugar
dash of salt
1 c. light corn syrup
1 (15 oz) can condensed milk
1 tsp. vanilla
*Melt butter in heavy 3 quart pan. Add brown sugar & salt. Stir in syrup; mix well. Gradually add milk stirring constantly. Cook over medium heat until 245 degrees for 12-15 min. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla. Pour into buttered 9x9x2" pan. Cool, cut into squares.
2 1/4 c. brown sugar
dash of salt
1 c. light corn syrup
1 (15 oz) can condensed milk
1 tsp. vanilla
*Melt butter in heavy 3 quart pan. Add brown sugar & salt. Stir in syrup; mix well. Gradually add milk stirring constantly. Cook over medium heat until 245 degrees for 12-15 min. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla. Pour into buttered 9x9x2" pan. Cool, cut into squares.
Tex Mex Egg Ross with Cream Cilantro Dipping Sauce
1 (5 oz) package Spanish Rice
(or use rice w/chili & cumin seasoning & salsa juice w/chicken stock)
1 tsp. salt
1 lb ground hot pork sausage
6 green onions, finely chopped
1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed & drained
1 (1.25 oz) envelope taco seasoning mix
1 (14.5 oz) can petite diced tomatoes w/mild green chilies, undrained
8 oz. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
28 egg roll wrappers (or won ton wrappers to make hors d'oeuvres)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 c. peanut oil
3/4 c. loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves
*Cook rice according to package directions, using 1 tsp. salt. Cool.
*Cook sausage in a skillet over med. heat, stirring until it crumbles & is no longer pink; drain well. Cool.
*Stir together rice, sausage, black beans & next 3 ingredients in a large bowl.
*Spoon about 1/3 c. rice mixture in center of each egg wrapper.
*Fold top corner of wrapper over filling, tucking tip of corner under filling; fold left & right corners over filling.
*Lightly brush corner w/egg; tightly roll, gently press to seal.
*Pour oil in a heavy Dutch oven; heat to 375 degrees.
*Fry egg rolls, in batches, 2-3 min or until golden.
*Drain on a wire rack over paper towels. Serve with Creamy Cilantro Dipping Sauce.
Creamy Cilantro Dipping Sauce:
1 (8oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 c. sour cream
3 small garlic cloves, minced
2 (10 oz) cans Mexican festival diced tomatoes w/lime juice & cilantro, undrained
2 c. loosely packed fresh cilantro (about 1 bunch)
*You can 1/2 the dipping sauce recipe...it makes a lot.
*Process first 5 ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
*Garnish with finely chopped cilantro
*Serve egg rolls with dipping sauce.
(or use rice w/chili & cumin seasoning & salsa juice w/chicken stock)
1 tsp. salt
1 lb ground hot pork sausage
6 green onions, finely chopped
1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed & drained
1 (1.25 oz) envelope taco seasoning mix
1 (14.5 oz) can petite diced tomatoes w/mild green chilies, undrained
8 oz. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
28 egg roll wrappers (or won ton wrappers to make hors d'oeuvres)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 c. peanut oil
3/4 c. loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves
*Cook rice according to package directions, using 1 tsp. salt. Cool.
*Cook sausage in a skillet over med. heat, stirring until it crumbles & is no longer pink; drain well. Cool.
*Stir together rice, sausage, black beans & next 3 ingredients in a large bowl.
*Spoon about 1/3 c. rice mixture in center of each egg wrapper.
*Fold top corner of wrapper over filling, tucking tip of corner under filling; fold left & right corners over filling.
*Lightly brush corner w/egg; tightly roll, gently press to seal.
*Pour oil in a heavy Dutch oven; heat to 375 degrees.
*Fry egg rolls, in batches, 2-3 min or until golden.
*Drain on a wire rack over paper towels. Serve with Creamy Cilantro Dipping Sauce.
Creamy Cilantro Dipping Sauce:
1 (8oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 c. sour cream
3 small garlic cloves, minced
2 (10 oz) cans Mexican festival diced tomatoes w/lime juice & cilantro, undrained
2 c. loosely packed fresh cilantro (about 1 bunch)
*You can 1/2 the dipping sauce recipe...it makes a lot.
*Process first 5 ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
*Garnish with finely chopped cilantro
*Serve egg rolls with dipping sauce.
Chocolate Zucchini Nut Bread
3 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. baking powder
2 c. sugar
1 tsp baking soda
2 c. grated zucchini
1 c. vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 oz. baking unsweetened chocolate, melted (or 6 Tbsp. dry cocoa & 2 Tbsp butter)
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. chopped nuts
1/2 c. chocolate chips
*Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour loaf pans.
*Sift together flour, salt, cinnamon, baking powder, sugar and baking soda in a large bowl; set aside.
*In a separate bowl, combine together zucchini, oil, eggs, unsweetened baking chocolate, vanilla, nuts and chocolate chips; mix well and add to zucchini mixture, stir until well mixed. Spoon into loaf pans. Bake for 1 hour, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted. Cool on wire racks.
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. baking powder
2 c. sugar
1 tsp baking soda
2 c. grated zucchini
1 c. vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 oz. baking unsweetened chocolate, melted (or 6 Tbsp. dry cocoa & 2 Tbsp butter)
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. chopped nuts
1/2 c. chocolate chips
*Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour loaf pans.
*Sift together flour, salt, cinnamon, baking powder, sugar and baking soda in a large bowl; set aside.
*In a separate bowl, combine together zucchini, oil, eggs, unsweetened baking chocolate, vanilla, nuts and chocolate chips; mix well and add to zucchini mixture, stir until well mixed. Spoon into loaf pans. Bake for 1 hour, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted. Cool on wire racks.
Chicken Waldorf Salad
1/2 c. walnuts, chopped
2 c. cubed, cooked chicken
1 c. mayonnaise
2 ribs celery, diced
1 apple, cored, diced
1/2 c. raisins
*Microwave walnuts for 1-2 min. until toasted & fragrant.
*In large bowl combine chicken, mayonnaise, celery, apple, raisins, walnuts, 1/4 tsp. salt & 1/4 tsp pepper.
*Serve over mixed salad greens or put into a sandwich or pita pocket.
2 c. cubed, cooked chicken
1 c. mayonnaise
2 ribs celery, diced
1 apple, cored, diced
1/2 c. raisins
*Microwave walnuts for 1-2 min. until toasted & fragrant.
*In large bowl combine chicken, mayonnaise, celery, apple, raisins, walnuts, 1/4 tsp. salt & 1/4 tsp pepper.
*Serve over mixed salad greens or put into a sandwich or pita pocket.
Waldorf Salad
2-3 apples, diced
2 ribs of celery, diced
1/2 c. nuts (walnuts or pecans), chopped
1/2 c. raisins
1-2 c. whipped cream (or fresh real cream - whip then add 1-2 tsp powdered sugar)
*Mix and enjoy.
2 ribs of celery, diced
1/2 c. nuts (walnuts or pecans), chopped
1/2 c. raisins
1-2 c. whipped cream (or fresh real cream - whip then add 1-2 tsp powdered sugar)
*Mix and enjoy.
Stovetop Chicken
1 package (6 oz) stove top stuffing
1 c. hot water
1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into 1" pieces
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
1/3 c. sour cream
1 bag (16 oz) frozen vegetables
*Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Sprinkle 1/2 c. of dry stuffing mix evenly on bottom of 13x9" dish; set aside. Add hot water to remaining stuffing mix; stir just until moistened. Set aside.
*Place chicken over dry stuffing mix in dish. Mix soup, sour cream & vegetables; spoon over chicken. Top with prepared stuffing.
*Bake 30 min. or until chicken is cooked through.
1 c. hot water
1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into 1" pieces
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
1/3 c. sour cream
1 bag (16 oz) frozen vegetables
*Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Sprinkle 1/2 c. of dry stuffing mix evenly on bottom of 13x9" dish; set aside. Add hot water to remaining stuffing mix; stir just until moistened. Set aside.
*Place chicken over dry stuffing mix in dish. Mix soup, sour cream & vegetables; spoon over chicken. Top with prepared stuffing.
*Bake 30 min. or until chicken is cooked through.
Classic Potato Salad
6 - 8 potatoes
6 eggs
1 c. chopped celery
1 c. mayonnaise
3 dill pickles, diced
4 Tbsp. pickle juice
3 Tbsp. mustard
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
1 c. sliced black olives
*Boil potatoes in enough water to cover, until just tender enough to pierce with a fork, about 20-25 min; drain. When cool enough to handle, peel and dice. Hard boil the eggs; cool; peel and dice.
*Combine potatoes, eggs, celery, mayonnaise, dill pickles, pickles juice, mustard, salt, pepper, garlic salt and olives. Refrigerate.
6 eggs
1 c. chopped celery
1 c. mayonnaise
3 dill pickles, diced
4 Tbsp. pickle juice
3 Tbsp. mustard
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
1 c. sliced black olives
*Boil potatoes in enough water to cover, until just tender enough to pierce with a fork, about 20-25 min; drain. When cool enough to handle, peel and dice. Hard boil the eggs; cool; peel and dice.
*Combine potatoes, eggs, celery, mayonnaise, dill pickles, pickles juice, mustard, salt, pepper, garlic salt and olives. Refrigerate.
Peanut-Butter Chocolate Kisses
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. creamy peanut butter
1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. shortening
1 egg
1 1/2 c. flour
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. baking powder
About 3 dozen milk chocolate candy kisses
*Heat oven to 375 degrees. Mix 1/2 c. sugar, brown sugar, peanut butter, butter, shortening & egg. Stir in flour, baking soda & baking powder. Bake 8-10 min. Immediately press candy kiss firmly in each cookie.
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. creamy peanut butter
1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. shortening
1 egg
1 1/2 c. flour
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. baking powder
About 3 dozen milk chocolate candy kisses
*Heat oven to 375 degrees. Mix 1/2 c. sugar, brown sugar, peanut butter, butter, shortening & egg. Stir in flour, baking soda & baking powder. Bake 8-10 min. Immediately press candy kiss firmly in each cookie.
Cinnamon or Caramel Rolls
1 package yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
1/4 c. warm water
1 c. scalded milk (cooled to lukewarm)
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. shortening
1 tsp. salt
3 1/2 c. flour
1 egg
Icing:
powdered sugar
milk
vanilla
*Soften yeast in warm water. Combine milk, sugar, shortening & salt. Add 1 1/2 c. flour. Beat well. Add yeast to egg. Gradually add the rest of the flour to form soft dough (just past the sticky stage). Knead until smooth. Place in greased bowl, turning once to grease surface.
*Cover & let rise until double (1 1/2 - 2 hours). Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface & roll to 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Spread with butter & cinnamon & sugar. Roll up dough & slice 1" thick and place in greased pan at least 1" apart. Let rise for 30 - 45 min. Bake at 400 degrees for 10 min. Spread rolls with icing with icing while slightly warm.
For Caramel Roll:
3/4 c. butter
1 c. vanilla ice cream or whipping cream
2 c. brown sugar
*Leave caramel sauce at bottom of pan. Put uncooked rolls on top. Once cooked, flip pan upside down so the caramel is on top.
1/4 c. warm water
1 c. scalded milk (cooled to lukewarm)
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. shortening
1 tsp. salt
3 1/2 c. flour
1 egg
Icing:
powdered sugar
milk
vanilla
*Soften yeast in warm water. Combine milk, sugar, shortening & salt. Add 1 1/2 c. flour. Beat well. Add yeast to egg. Gradually add the rest of the flour to form soft dough (just past the sticky stage). Knead until smooth. Place in greased bowl, turning once to grease surface.
*Cover & let rise until double (1 1/2 - 2 hours). Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface & roll to 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Spread with butter & cinnamon & sugar. Roll up dough & slice 1" thick and place in greased pan at least 1" apart. Let rise for 30 - 45 min. Bake at 400 degrees for 10 min. Spread rolls with icing with icing while slightly warm.
For Caramel Roll:
3/4 c. butter
1 c. vanilla ice cream or whipping cream
2 c. brown sugar
*Leave caramel sauce at bottom of pan. Put uncooked rolls on top. Once cooked, flip pan upside down so the caramel is on top.
Pretzel Dessert
Crust:
2 c. crushed pretzels
3 Tbsp sugar
1 cube melted butter
Topping:
1 large package raspberry jello
8 oz. Cool Whip
8 oz. cream cheese
10 pk frozen raspberries (2 packages)
1 c. sugar
*Mix crust and press into a 9x13" pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 min.
*Dissolve jello in 2 c. boiling water. Add frozen raspberries. Chill.
*Mix cool whip, cream cheese & 1 c. sugar. Layer over pretzel crust & top with raspberry mixture.
2 c. crushed pretzels
3 Tbsp sugar
1 cube melted butter
Topping:
1 large package raspberry jello
8 oz. Cool Whip
8 oz. cream cheese
10 pk frozen raspberries (2 packages)
1 c. sugar
*Mix crust and press into a 9x13" pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 min.
*Dissolve jello in 2 c. boiling water. Add frozen raspberries. Chill.
*Mix cool whip, cream cheese & 1 c. sugar. Layer over pretzel crust & top with raspberry mixture.
Low-Fat Turkey Quesadillas
1 tsp. vegetable oil
1 1/2 c. chopped green pepper
1 c. minced purple onion
2 tsp. ground cumin
2 c. chopped cooked turkey breast (or turkey lunch meat)
1 (14 1/2 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 c. minced fresh cilantro
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
8 (8") fat-free flour tortillas (or whole wheat tortillas)
3/4 c. shredded reduced-fat Monetary Jack cheese
butter-flavored non-cook spray
fresh cilantro sprigs
*Place oil in large pan over med-high until hot. Add chopped pepper & onion; cook 3 min, stirring often. Add cumin & cook 1 min. Add turkey & tomato; cook 3 min., stirring often. Stir in minced cilantro, salt & pepper.
*Place 1/2 c. turkey mixture on half of each tortilla. Sprinkle cheese over turkey mixture. Fold tortillas in 1/2. Coat skillet with cooking spray. Cook tortillas over med-high for 30 sec. on each side or until lightly browned. Garnish with cilantro sprigs.
Ruth's Sugar Cookies
1 c. butter
1 1/2 c. powdered sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 t. almond extract
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. cream of tarter
1 tsp. baking soda
*Mix wet ingredients. In separate bowl, mix dry ingredients then add to wet ingredients. Chill 2-3 hours. If not, add extra flour. Bake at 375 degrees for 7-8 min. for small cookies or for 10-12 min for larger cookies.
1 1/2 c. powdered sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 t. almond extract
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. cream of tarter
1 tsp. baking soda
*Mix wet ingredients. In separate bowl, mix dry ingredients then add to wet ingredients. Chill 2-3 hours. If not, add extra flour. Bake at 375 degrees for 7-8 min. for small cookies or for 10-12 min for larger cookies.
Nutter Butter Frozen Peanut Butter Pie
Crust:
24 Nutter Butter sandwich cookies
5 Tbsp. butter, melted
Filling:
1 pkg. (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 c. creamy peanut butter
3/4 c. sugar
1 Tbsp. vanilla
1 tub (8 oz) Cool Whip whipped topping, thawed, divided
*Crush cookies in zipper plastic bag with rolling pin. Mix cookie crumbs & butter. Press onto bottom and sides of 9" pie plate.
*Mix cream cheese, peanut butter, sugar & vanilla on med. speed until well blended. Gently stir in 1 1/2 c. whipped topping. Spoon into crust.
*Freeze 4 hours or overnight until firm. Let stand 1/2 hour or until pie can be cut easily. Garnish with remaining whipped topping and additional cookies.
*For an extra treat, just before serving drizzle chocolate-flavored syrup on plates.
24 Nutter Butter sandwich cookies
5 Tbsp. butter, melted
Filling:
1 pkg. (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 c. creamy peanut butter
3/4 c. sugar
1 Tbsp. vanilla
1 tub (8 oz) Cool Whip whipped topping, thawed, divided
*Crush cookies in zipper plastic bag with rolling pin. Mix cookie crumbs & butter. Press onto bottom and sides of 9" pie plate.
*Mix cream cheese, peanut butter, sugar & vanilla on med. speed until well blended. Gently stir in 1 1/2 c. whipped topping. Spoon into crust.
*Freeze 4 hours or overnight until firm. Let stand 1/2 hour or until pie can be cut easily. Garnish with remaining whipped topping and additional cookies.
*For an extra treat, just before serving drizzle chocolate-flavored syrup on plates.
Creamy Mexican Chicken Soup
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut 1/2" pieces
1 (16 oz) can corn with peppers; drained
1 (10 3/4 oz) can condensed cream of potato soup
1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies
2 Tbsp. fresh cilantro
3 c. chicken broth
1 package taco seasoning
8 oz. sour cream
8 oz. cheese spread with jalapenos
*In slow cooker, combine chicken, corn, soup, undrained chili peppers, cilantro, taco mix & chicken broth. Mix well & cover
*Cook in slow cooker on low 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
*Put 1 c. of hot soup, mostly broth, into a large measuring cup. Add sour cream & mix well. Pour back into slow cooker.
*Add cheese
*Cover and let stand 5 min.
1 (16 oz) can corn with peppers; drained
1 (10 3/4 oz) can condensed cream of potato soup
1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies
2 Tbsp. fresh cilantro
3 c. chicken broth
1 package taco seasoning
8 oz. sour cream
8 oz. cheese spread with jalapenos
*In slow cooker, combine chicken, corn, soup, undrained chili peppers, cilantro, taco mix & chicken broth. Mix well & cover
*Cook in slow cooker on low 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
*Put 1 c. of hot soup, mostly broth, into a large measuring cup. Add sour cream & mix well. Pour back into slow cooker.
*Add cheese
*Cover and let stand 5 min.
Roast Beef
1 large roast beef
1 can stewed tomatoes
3-4 potatoes
1 1/2 c. carrots
1 small onion (opt.)
*Add everything to the crock pot and cook 4-6 hrs on high or 6-8 hrs on low. When done either pull apart roast with two forks, or remove roast, slice and serve with sides out of crock pot.
1 can stewed tomatoes
3-4 potatoes
1 1/2 c. carrots
1 small onion (opt.)
*Add everything to the crock pot and cook 4-6 hrs on high or 6-8 hrs on low. When done either pull apart roast with two forks, or remove roast, slice and serve with sides out of crock pot.
Chicken Tacos
1 - 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut fat off)
water
1/4 c. taco seasoning
1/4 c. taco sauce or salsa
lettuce, chopped
tomato, chopped
cheddar cheese, shredded
sour cream
rice (opt)
package of flour tortillas
*Add chicken breasts whole to crock pot with a little water on the bottom. Add taco seasoning and taco sauce or salsa. Cook 4-6 hrs on high or 6-8 hours on low. When chicken is done, use two forks to pull chicken apart into small sizes.
*Add chicken to tortilla along with all desired toppings.
water
1/4 c. taco seasoning
1/4 c. taco sauce or salsa
lettuce, chopped
tomato, chopped
cheddar cheese, shredded
sour cream
rice (opt)
package of flour tortillas
*Add chicken breasts whole to crock pot with a little water on the bottom. Add taco seasoning and taco sauce or salsa. Cook 4-6 hrs on high or 6-8 hours on low. When chicken is done, use two forks to pull chicken apart into small sizes.
*Add chicken to tortilla along with all desired toppings.
Beef & Rice Enchiladas
1 package (6-8 oz) Spanish rice & vermicelli mix
1 lb lean ground beef
2 cans (10 oz ea.) Enchilada sauce, divided
10 large corn tortillas, warmed
4 c. shredded cheddar cheese, divided
*Prepare rice mix according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over med. heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in Spanish rice & 1 1/4 c. Enchilada sauce. Spoon about 2/3 c. beef mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top each with 1/3 c. cheese. Roll up.
*Place in a 13x9x2" pan. Top with remaining Enchilada sauce and cheese. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 8-10 min. or until cheese is melted.
1 lb lean ground beef
2 cans (10 oz ea.) Enchilada sauce, divided
10 large corn tortillas, warmed
4 c. shredded cheddar cheese, divided
*Prepare rice mix according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over med. heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in Spanish rice & 1 1/4 c. Enchilada sauce. Spoon about 2/3 c. beef mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top each with 1/3 c. cheese. Roll up.
*Place in a 13x9x2" pan. Top with remaining Enchilada sauce and cheese. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 8-10 min. or until cheese is melted.
Twice Baked Potatoes
6 large potatoes
2 c. sour cream
salt & pepper
1/4 c. milk
10 pieces of lunch meat (ham or turkey or bacon or turkey bacon)
1 1/2 c. cheddar cheese
*Bake potatoes. Cool slightly. Cut off top & with a spoon scrape out contents of potatoes leaving only the skin. Add sour cream, milk, salt & pepper. Mix with a potato masher. Add mixture back into potato skins. Add grated cheddar cheese over top. Bake until cheese is melted and potato is heated back up, about 1/2 hour at 350 degrees.
2 c. sour cream
salt & pepper
1/4 c. milk
10 pieces of lunch meat (ham or turkey or bacon or turkey bacon)
1 1/2 c. cheddar cheese
*Bake potatoes. Cool slightly. Cut off top & with a spoon scrape out contents of potatoes leaving only the skin. Add sour cream, milk, salt & pepper. Mix with a potato masher. Add mixture back into potato skins. Add grated cheddar cheese over top. Bake until cheese is melted and potato is heated back up, about 1/2 hour at 350 degrees.
Oreos
2 devil food cake mixes
1 1/2 c. butter
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
Frosting:
2 c. powdered sugar
1/2 package cream cheese
1/2 cube butter
2 tsp. vanilla
*Mix together all top ingredients and roll into small balls. Bake at 375 degrees for 5-6 min. Allow cookies to cool, then slice in half and put frosting in the middle and put cookie halves back together.
1 1/2 c. butter
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
Frosting:
2 c. powdered sugar
1/2 package cream cheese
1/2 cube butter
2 tsp. vanilla
*Mix together all top ingredients and roll into small balls. Bake at 375 degrees for 5-6 min. Allow cookies to cool, then slice in half and put frosting in the middle and put cookie halves back together.
Miriam's Spaghetti Sauce
2-3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 onion, chopped
1 lb lean ground hamburger (opt.)
2-3 cans stewed tomatoes
2-3 small cans tomato sauce
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1/2 carrot, grated
1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
*Saute onions/garlic then brown hamburger. Add all other ingredients. Simmer 30 min. - 1 hour. Add about 1 tsp. salt (to taste).
*Serve over noodles or use as lasagna sauce. The longer you simmer the more enhanced the flavors become. May add more spices if not enough for your taste.
1 onion, chopped
1 lb lean ground hamburger (opt.)
2-3 cans stewed tomatoes
2-3 small cans tomato sauce
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1/2 carrot, grated
1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
*Saute onions/garlic then brown hamburger. Add all other ingredients. Simmer 30 min. - 1 hour. Add about 1 tsp. salt (to taste).
*Serve over noodles or use as lasagna sauce. The longer you simmer the more enhanced the flavors become. May add more spices if not enough for your taste.
Inside-Out Chocolate Cake
1 chocolate cake mix
1 large instant chocolate pudding
1 3/4 c. milk
2 eggs
1 1/2 c. chocolate chips
*Mix all ingredients except choc. chips together for 2 min. Add choc. chips. Bake in bunt pan at 350 degrees for 50-60 min. Don't overcook. Invert onto plate after cooking & sprinkle with powdered sugar.
1 large instant chocolate pudding
1 3/4 c. milk
2 eggs
1 1/2 c. chocolate chips
*Mix all ingredients except choc. chips together for 2 min. Add choc. chips. Bake in bunt pan at 350 degrees for 50-60 min. Don't overcook. Invert onto plate after cooking & sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Katie's Banana Bread
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
3 ripe bananas, mashed
3/4 c. nuts (opt.)
1 c. choc. chips (opt.)
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
*Mix all together and pour into loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 min.
*For Hawaiian bread don't use chocolate chips. Instead, add 1 mix dry vanilla pudding & 1 can drained pineapples that you've blended in a blender. Add extra flour to make the dough thick like it was before you added the pineapples.
1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
3 ripe bananas, mashed
3/4 c. nuts (opt.)
1 c. choc. chips (opt.)
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
*Mix all together and pour into loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 min.
*For Hawaiian bread don't use chocolate chips. Instead, add 1 mix dry vanilla pudding & 1 can drained pineapples that you've blended in a blender. Add extra flour to make the dough thick like it was before you added the pineapples.
Grandma Lois's Baked Beans
Bushes Pork & Beans (big can)
1 tsp. dry mustard
1 med. onion
1/4 c. molasses (liquid)
1/3 c. packed brown sugar
1 Tbsp. vinegar
1/2 lb bacon
*Chop onion & saute in oil or butter until tender & transparent. Mix together with can of pork and beans & all other ingredients. Separately fry bacon, chop and add to mixture. Put mixture into square baking pan. Add a few strips of uncooked bacon to decorate the top. Bake at 300 degrees for 1 1/2 - 2 hours.
1 tsp. dry mustard
1 med. onion
1/4 c. molasses (liquid)
1/3 c. packed brown sugar
1 Tbsp. vinegar
1/2 lb bacon
*Chop onion & saute in oil or butter until tender & transparent. Mix together with can of pork and beans & all other ingredients. Separately fry bacon, chop and add to mixture. Put mixture into square baking pan. Add a few strips of uncooked bacon to decorate the top. Bake at 300 degrees for 1 1/2 - 2 hours.
Ruth's Banana Loaf Bread
1/2 c. Miracle Whip
1 egg
3 medium mashed bananas
1 1/2 c. flour
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. nuts (opt.)
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
chocolate chips (opt.)
*Combine Miracle Whip, egg & banana. Mix all dry ingredients together then put together. Bake at 350 degrees for 60 min. in a 9x5 loaf pan. Let sit for 10 min in the pan then take out. Add chocolate chips for muffins.
1 egg
3 medium mashed bananas
1 1/2 c. flour
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. nuts (opt.)
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
chocolate chips (opt.)
*Combine Miracle Whip, egg & banana. Mix all dry ingredients together then put together. Bake at 350 degrees for 60 min. in a 9x5 loaf pan. Let sit for 10 min in the pan then take out. Add chocolate chips for muffins.
Grilled Ham & Cheese Sandwiches
bread
ham
cheese
BBQ sauce
tomatoes
butter
*Spread butter on one side of bread and place in pan over med. heat. Put BBQ sauce on other side of bread followed by ham, cheese and tomatoes. Place other buttered bread on top. Grill both sides.
ham
cheese
BBQ sauce
tomatoes
butter
*Spread butter on one side of bread and place in pan over med. heat. Put BBQ sauce on other side of bread followed by ham, cheese and tomatoes. Place other buttered bread on top. Grill both sides.
Tuna Toasties
white bread
tuna
mayonnaise
cheddar cheese
eggs
pickles (opt.)
*Mix tuna with mayonnaise. Dip each piece of bread in beaten egg on one side of bread. Put bread on pan over medium heat. Add tuna and cheese to bread. Dip other bread in egg on one side and place on top of tuna and cheese. Grill both sides of sandwich.
tuna
mayonnaise
cheddar cheese
eggs
pickles (opt.)
*Mix tuna with mayonnaise. Dip each piece of bread in beaten egg on one side of bread. Put bread on pan over medium heat. Add tuna and cheese to bread. Dip other bread in egg on one side and place on top of tuna and cheese. Grill both sides of sandwich.
Breakfast Bagels
4 plain bagels
4 eggs
4 slices cheese
8 slices lunch meat (ham or turkey or can substitute with bacon)
*Cook eggs & scramble. Cook lunch meat until slightly crisp. Add cheese to eggs until melts. Toast bagels & butter. Add eggs & lunch meat.
4 eggs
4 slices cheese
8 slices lunch meat (ham or turkey or can substitute with bacon)
*Cook eggs & scramble. Cook lunch meat until slightly crisp. Add cheese to eggs until melts. Toast bagels & butter. Add eggs & lunch meat.
Beef Stroganoff
1 lb hamburger
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 c. sour cream
1/2 c. milk
2 c. noodles
salt & pepper
seasoned salt
oregano
garlic salt
1 can onion soup (opt.)
*Brown hamburger & spice to taste. Add cream of mushroom soup, sour cream & milk. Add cooked noodles.
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 c. sour cream
1/2 c. milk
2 c. noodles
salt & pepper
seasoned salt
oregano
garlic salt
1 can onion soup (opt.)
*Brown hamburger & spice to taste. Add cream of mushroom soup, sour cream & milk. Add cooked noodles.
Ruth's Brownies
3 Tbsp. cocoa
1 Tbsp. butter
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
3/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. chopped nuts (opt.)
*Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Melt butter and cocoa together in pan. Beat in sugar and eggs. Add rest of ingredients. Spread in well-greased 8" pan. Bake 20-25 min.
1 Tbsp. butter
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
3/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. chopped nuts (opt.)
*Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Melt butter and cocoa together in pan. Beat in sugar and eggs. Add rest of ingredients. Spread in well-greased 8" pan. Bake 20-25 min.
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Sweet & Sour Chicken
3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. vinegar
4 Tbsp. ketchup
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1/4 c. (or more) chicken stock
*sauce is good doubled*
*Sprinkle chicken with garlic salt. Dip each piece in cornstarch & then beaten egg. Fry until brown. Place in 9x13" pan.
*Mix all other ingredients together in large saucepan. Heat until sugar is dissolved and pour over chicken. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. vinegar
4 Tbsp. ketchup
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1/4 c. (or more) chicken stock
*sauce is good doubled*
*Sprinkle chicken with garlic salt. Dip each piece in cornstarch & then beaten egg. Fry until brown. Place in 9x13" pan.
*Mix all other ingredients together in large saucepan. Heat until sugar is dissolved and pour over chicken. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.
Debbie's Potato Salad
8-10 potatoes
1 small onion
6 eggs
salt & pepper
1 1/2 - 2 c. Miracle Whip or salad dressing
2 Tbsp mustard
2 Tbsp vinegar
milk (to thin)
paprika
1/2 tsp. celery salt (optional)
*Boil potatoes whole with skin on for 25 min. Boil eggs for 10 min. Cool, peel and chop potatoes and eggs. Mix Miracle Whip (or salad dressing) with mustard and vinegar. Add a little milk to liked thickness. Add celery salt. Mix together with potatoes and eggs. Save 2 eggs to be chopped and placed around the top. Sprinkle lightly with paprika.
1 small onion
6 eggs
salt & pepper
1 1/2 - 2 c. Miracle Whip or salad dressing
2 Tbsp mustard
2 Tbsp vinegar
milk (to thin)
paprika
1/2 tsp. celery salt (optional)
*Boil potatoes whole with skin on for 25 min. Boil eggs for 10 min. Cool, peel and chop potatoes and eggs. Mix Miracle Whip (or salad dressing) with mustard and vinegar. Add a little milk to liked thickness. Add celery salt. Mix together with potatoes and eggs. Save 2 eggs to be chopped and placed around the top. Sprinkle lightly with paprika.
Ruth's Peanut-Butter Cookies
1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
1 egg
1/2 c. peanut-butter
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
dash of salt
*Mix in order. Form into small balls. Place on cookies sheet and press with fork. Bake at 350 degrees for 5-10 min.
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
1 egg
1/2 c. peanut-butter
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
dash of salt
*Mix in order. Form into small balls. Place on cookies sheet and press with fork. Bake at 350 degrees for 5-10 min.
Monster Cookies
1/2 lb butter
2 c. brown sugar
2 c. white sugar
3 c. peanut butter (crunchy)
6 eggs
9 c. oatmeal
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 lb M&Ms (or more)
1/2 lb chocolate chips (white, chocolate & butterscotch)
1/2 lb coconut (or less)
*Mix together. Bake at 350 degrees for 8-12 min. Drop with ice cream scoop, then flatten to nice shape with bottom of glass.
2 c. brown sugar
2 c. white sugar
3 c. peanut butter (crunchy)
6 eggs
9 c. oatmeal
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 lb M&Ms (or more)
1/2 lb chocolate chips (white, chocolate & butterscotch)
1/2 lb coconut (or less)
*Mix together. Bake at 350 degrees for 8-12 min. Drop with ice cream scoop, then flatten to nice shape with bottom of glass.
Lemon Bars
3/4 c. butter
1 1/2 c. flour
1/3 c. powdered sugar
3 eggs
4 Tbsp. flour
1 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. lemon juice
*Mix together butter and flour for crust. Then add powdered sugar. Press into 9x13" pan. Bake for 15 min. at 350 degrees.
*Mix all other ingredients together. Pour over baked crust and bake for 15 min. more. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Cool & cut into squares.
1 1/2 c. flour
1/3 c. powdered sugar
3 eggs
4 Tbsp. flour
1 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. lemon juice
*Mix together butter and flour for crust. Then add powdered sugar. Press into 9x13" pan. Bake for 15 min. at 350 degrees.
*Mix all other ingredients together. Pour over baked crust and bake for 15 min. more. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Cool & cut into squares.
Bottled Beans
Quart bottles
Black, Pinto and/or Kidney beans
white vinegar
2 med. onions, diced
1 stock celery, diced
2 Beef Bullion cubes
1 tsp. salt (canning/preserving salt)
1 tsp. parsley
*Soak beans overnight. Rinse.
*Mix together onion and celery. Put 1/4 c. of onion/celery mix in bottom of bottle. Add 2 bullion cubes, 1 tsp. salt & 1 tsp. parsley. Put beans on top (can be just one type of bean or all three for chili). Fill jar to bottom of rim.
*Fill each jar with boiling water to the bottom of the rim.
*Heat lids to almost boiling and put lids on * screw top on.
*Put in steamer with 3 quarts of water (adding a little extra water is okay) plus 2 Tbsp. white vinegar on the bottom of the steamer. Warm water on low until the jars are all there. Seal steamer & let it get to between 10-15 on steamer pressure. Then start timer for 1 hour.
Black, Pinto and/or Kidney beans
white vinegar
2 med. onions, diced
1 stock celery, diced
2 Beef Bullion cubes
1 tsp. salt (canning/preserving salt)
1 tsp. parsley
*Soak beans overnight. Rinse.
*Mix together onion and celery. Put 1/4 c. of onion/celery mix in bottom of bottle. Add 2 bullion cubes, 1 tsp. salt & 1 tsp. parsley. Put beans on top (can be just one type of bean or all three for chili). Fill jar to bottom of rim.
*Fill each jar with boiling water to the bottom of the rim.
*Heat lids to almost boiling and put lids on * screw top on.
*Put in steamer with 3 quarts of water (adding a little extra water is okay) plus 2 Tbsp. white vinegar on the bottom of the steamer. Warm water on low until the jars are all there. Seal steamer & let it get to between 10-15 on steamer pressure. Then start timer for 1 hour.
Chocolate Nut Bread
4 c. flour
1 c. granulated sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
1 Tbsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
2 large eggs
1 3/4 c. milk
2/3 c. vegetable oil
2 c. chocolate chips (divided)
1 1/2 chopped walnuts
*Preheat oven 350 degrees. Grease 2 large loaf pans. Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda & salt in a large bowl.
*Combine eggs, milk & vegetable oil in med. bowl. Add to flour mixture; mix just until moistened. Stir in 1 1/2 c. choc. chips & nuts. Spoon into prepared loaf pans.
*Bake for 50-55 min. or until wooden pick inserted comes out clean. Cool 10 min. & remove from pans.
*Microwave remaining choc. chips in heavy-duty plastic bag for 45 sec. intervals, kneading until smooth. Cut small hole in corner of bag; squeeze to drizzle over bread. Sprinkle with additional nuts.
1 c. granulated sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
1 Tbsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
2 large eggs
1 3/4 c. milk
2/3 c. vegetable oil
2 c. chocolate chips (divided)
1 1/2 chopped walnuts
*Preheat oven 350 degrees. Grease 2 large loaf pans. Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda & salt in a large bowl.
*Combine eggs, milk & vegetable oil in med. bowl. Add to flour mixture; mix just until moistened. Stir in 1 1/2 c. choc. chips & nuts. Spoon into prepared loaf pans.
*Bake for 50-55 min. or until wooden pick inserted comes out clean. Cool 10 min. & remove from pans.
*Microwave remaining choc. chips in heavy-duty plastic bag for 45 sec. intervals, kneading until smooth. Cut small hole in corner of bag; squeeze to drizzle over bread. Sprinkle with additional nuts.
Death by Chocolate
1 chocolate cake mix
3/4 c. sour cream
4 eggs
1/2 c. water
1/2 c. oil
1 small package instant chocolate pudding
1 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips
*Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Beat eggs, sour cream, water & oil together in a large bowl until thoroughly mixed. Add cake mix & pudding mix. Stir in chocolate chips. Place batter in a greased & floured bunt pan. Bake for about 45-55 min. or until a fork comes out clean. Cool cake in pan. When cool, sift powdered sugar on top of cake.
3/4 c. sour cream
4 eggs
1/2 c. water
1/2 c. oil
1 small package instant chocolate pudding
1 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips
*Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Beat eggs, sour cream, water & oil together in a large bowl until thoroughly mixed. Add cake mix & pudding mix. Stir in chocolate chips. Place batter in a greased & floured bunt pan. Bake for about 45-55 min. or until a fork comes out clean. Cool cake in pan. When cool, sift powdered sugar on top of cake.
Easy French Bread
2 Tbsp. yeast
1/2 c. lukewarm water
2 c. hot water
3 Tbsp. sugar
1 Tbsp salt
1/3 c. oil
6 c. flour
*Soften yeast in small bowl with 1/2 c. lukewarm water. In separate bowl combine: hot water, sugar, salt, oil and 3 c. flour. Add yeast to larger bowl. Add last 3 c. of flour (1 cup at a time) until well blended. Cover and stir every 10 min for 1 hour. Split dough in two. Roll each dough out and roll up to shape like French Bread. Make three slices across center of dough. Bake at 375 degrees for 24-25 min.
*Also makes great pizza dough or can be pressed into bread pan to cook.
*Can also substitute wheat flour instead.
1/2 c. lukewarm water
2 c. hot water
3 Tbsp. sugar
1 Tbsp salt
1/3 c. oil
6 c. flour
*Soften yeast in small bowl with 1/2 c. lukewarm water. In separate bowl combine: hot water, sugar, salt, oil and 3 c. flour. Add yeast to larger bowl. Add last 3 c. of flour (1 cup at a time) until well blended. Cover and stir every 10 min for 1 hour. Split dough in two. Roll each dough out and roll up to shape like French Bread. Make three slices across center of dough. Bake at 375 degrees for 24-25 min.
*Also makes great pizza dough or can be pressed into bread pan to cook.
*Can also substitute wheat flour instead.
Cornbread
1 c. sugar
2 c. cornmeal
3 c. Bisquick
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder
4 eggs
3/4 c. oil
2 c. milk
*Mix together. Bake in greased 9x13" pan at 350 degrees for 45 min.
Easy Low-Fat Chili
1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
1 onion
1 green pepper
1 red pepper
1 can black beans
1 can kidney beans
1 can pinto beans
1 can Mexican stewed tomatoes
1 package chili seasoning
1 can (12 oz or more)Spicy Hot V-8 tomato juice
*Finely dice vegetables. Dump beans (including their juice) and all other ingredients in a large pot. Simmer until peppers and onions are done. If you desire, you can add cooked ground beef or ground turkey. Great served over a potato, rice or simply by itself.
No-Bakes
3 c. oats
2/3 c. creamy or crunchy peanut-butter
2 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. milk
1/3 c. unsweetened cocoa
2 tsp. vanilla
*Measure oats, peanut-butter; set aside.
*Combine sugar, butter, milk & cocoa in med. saucepan. Cook over med. heat, stirring constantly until mixture comes to a rolling boil. Boil about 30 sec.
*Remove from heat. Add oats, peanut-butter and vanilla; stir quickly.
*Drop mixture by spoonfuls onto wax paper. Let cool.
Laurie's Lasagna
1 lb ground beef
salt/pepper
diced or dehydrated onion
dehydrated chopped garlic
Italian seasoning
tomato sauce
diced tomatoes
lasagna noodles
cream cheese (mixed with some milk and dried parsley)
mozzarella cheese, shredded
*Brown beef. Season with salt and pepper, onion, garlic and Italian seasoning. Add tomato sauce and diced tomatoes to desired consistency. Cook on med-low for about 30 min. Separately, cook noodles.
*Layer Ingredients in this order:
1. sauce
2. noodles
3. cream cheese
4. sauce
5. noodles
6. mozzarella cheese
7. sauce
8. noodles
9. mozzarella cheese
*Bake at 350 degrees for about 1 1/2 hours.
salt/pepper
diced or dehydrated onion
dehydrated chopped garlic
Italian seasoning
tomato sauce
diced tomatoes
lasagna noodles
cream cheese (mixed with some milk and dried parsley)
mozzarella cheese, shredded
*Brown beef. Season with salt and pepper, onion, garlic and Italian seasoning. Add tomato sauce and diced tomatoes to desired consistency. Cook on med-low for about 30 min. Separately, cook noodles.
*Layer Ingredients in this order:
1. sauce
2. noodles
3. cream cheese
4. sauce
5. noodles
6. mozzarella cheese
7. sauce
8. noodles
9. mozzarella cheese
*Bake at 350 degrees for about 1 1/2 hours.
Taco Soup
1 lb. hamburger, browned
1/4 c. taco seasoning
1 large (16 oz) can stewed tomatoes
1 (16 oz) cans water
1 can kidney beans
1 large can tomato sauce
1 can olives, chopped
1 can corn or creamed-corn
1 can mushrooms (optional)
Cheddar cheese, shredded
taco chips
sour cream
*Heat thoroughly. Put 1 handful of taco chips in bottom of bowl. Cover with soup. Top with grated cheese and dot with sour cream.
1/4 c. taco seasoning
1 large (16 oz) can stewed tomatoes
1 (16 oz) cans water
1 can kidney beans
1 large can tomato sauce
1 can olives, chopped
1 can corn or creamed-corn
1 can mushrooms (optional)
Cheddar cheese, shredded
taco chips
sour cream
*Heat thoroughly. Put 1 handful of taco chips in bottom of bowl. Cover with soup. Top with grated cheese and dot with sour cream.
7-Layer Salad
1 head lettuce, chopped
6 hard-boiled eggs
1 (10 oz) pkg. frozen peas
1 lb. bacon, cut small and fried
Cheddar cheese, shredded
Thick Ranch dressing
*Put 1/2 of lettuce on bottom. Sprinkle salt, pepper, and sugar. Layer in this order: eggs, peas, 1/2 lettuce, bacon, and cheese. Top with dressing and cool in refrigerator.
6 hard-boiled eggs
1 (10 oz) pkg. frozen peas
1 lb. bacon, cut small and fried
Cheddar cheese, shredded
Thick Ranch dressing
*Put 1/2 of lettuce on bottom. Sprinkle salt, pepper, and sugar. Layer in this order: eggs, peas, 1/2 lettuce, bacon, and cheese. Top with dressing and cool in refrigerator.
Debbie's Meatloaf
2 eggs
3/4 c. milk
1/2 c. fine dry bread crumbs
1/4 c. finely chopped onion (or onion flakes)
2 Tbsp. parsley
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground sage
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 1/2 lbs. lean ground beef
1/4 c. ketchup
2 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 tsp. dry mustard
*Mix all ingredients, except hamburger, well then mix in hamburger. Pat into baking dish and bake uncovered at 350 degrees for about 1 1/4 hours. (Recipe is good doubled and baked in a 9x13x2" pan. Can also be spread into muffin pans for individual meatloaves.)
3/4 c. milk
1/2 c. fine dry bread crumbs
1/4 c. finely chopped onion (or onion flakes)
2 Tbsp. parsley
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground sage
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 1/2 lbs. lean ground beef
1/4 c. ketchup
2 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 tsp. dry mustard
*Mix all ingredients, except hamburger, well then mix in hamburger. Pat into baking dish and bake uncovered at 350 degrees for about 1 1/4 hours. (Recipe is good doubled and baked in a 9x13x2" pan. Can also be spread into muffin pans for individual meatloaves.)
Golden Rod Eggs
4 Tbsp. butter
4 Tbsp. flour
Whole Milk (to thicken)
1/2 tsp. curry
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
salt/pepper
Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Mozzarella Cheese
12 eggs.
Loaf of white bread
*Boil, peel and chop eggs; set aside. Over med. heat melt butter and mix in flour. Slowly add milk (about 1 c. at a time) and stir until sauce thickens. Continue to add milk until you have as much sauce as you want. Add curry, dry mustard, salt and pepper. Add grated cheese until sauce is nice golden color. (You can substitute and use Pepper Jack, Swiss and Cheddar instead) Add boiled eggs. Pour sauce with eggs over buttered toast.
4 Tbsp. flour
Whole Milk (to thicken)
1/2 tsp. curry
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
salt/pepper
Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Mozzarella Cheese
12 eggs.
Loaf of white bread
*Boil, peel and chop eggs; set aside. Over med. heat melt butter and mix in flour. Slowly add milk (about 1 c. at a time) and stir until sauce thickens. Continue to add milk until you have as much sauce as you want. Add curry, dry mustard, salt and pepper. Add grated cheese until sauce is nice golden color. (You can substitute and use Pepper Jack, Swiss and Cheddar instead) Add boiled eggs. Pour sauce with eggs over buttered toast.
Foccacia Bread
1 c. water
1/3 c. olive oil
2 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
3 c. flour
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
1 1/2 tsp. active dry yeast
*With oiled hands, evenly press dough into a greased 9x13" pan. Make indentations in the dough with your knuckles.
*Cover and let rise in a warm place for 20 min. or until double in size. While dough is rising, select and prepare toppings.
*Spread or sprinkle toppings evenly over dough.
*Bake at 400 degrees for 20 min. or until done. Let cool and slice in half and then diagonally.
*Garlic-Cheese Topping
1/4 c. olive oil
1 1/2 oregano leaves dried
2 cloves garlic chopped and sauteed until tender
1/4 c. Parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 tsp. salt
*Greek Style Topping
1/4 c. olive oil
1 tsp. dried parsley
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
3/4 c. thinly sliced onion cooked until tender
1/3 c. feta cheese
1/4 c. kalmata or black olives
1/3 c. olive oil
2 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
3 c. flour
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
1 1/2 tsp. active dry yeast
*With oiled hands, evenly press dough into a greased 9x13" pan. Make indentations in the dough with your knuckles.
*Cover and let rise in a warm place for 20 min. or until double in size. While dough is rising, select and prepare toppings.
*Spread or sprinkle toppings evenly over dough.
*Bake at 400 degrees for 20 min. or until done. Let cool and slice in half and then diagonally.
*Garlic-Cheese Topping
1/4 c. olive oil
1 1/2 oregano leaves dried
2 cloves garlic chopped and sauteed until tender
1/4 c. Parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 tsp. salt
*Greek Style Topping
1/4 c. olive oil
1 tsp. dried parsley
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
3/4 c. thinly sliced onion cooked until tender
1/3 c. feta cheese
1/4 c. kalmata or black olives
Chicken Cordon Bleu
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)
4 tsp. honey mustard
4 thin slices turkey ham
4 slices low fat Swiss cheese
1/3 c. Egg Beaters (or 2 eggs)
1/2 c. seasoned dry bread crumbs
*Pound each chicken to flatten slightly. Spread each chicken with 1 tsp. mustard, top with slice of turkey ham and Swiss cheese. Roll up each chicken to encase filling. Secure with toothpicks.
*Dip chicken rolls in egg, roll in bread crumbs to coat. Place in lightly greased baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 min. Cover loosely with foil and bake 15-20 min. more until chicken is done. Good dipped in mustard mixed with mayonnaise.
Whole Wheat Corn Bread
1 c. whole wheat flour
1 c. buttermilk
2 eggs
1/4 c. honey
1/4 c. butter
2/3 c. cornmeal
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
*Mix flour and buttermilk together and let stand at least 3 hours (up to 24 hours). Add and mix the rest of the ingredients. Bake for 25 min. Great with honey butter or maple syrup.
1 c. buttermilk
2 eggs
1/4 c. honey
1/4 c. butter
2/3 c. cornmeal
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
*Mix flour and buttermilk together and let stand at least 3 hours (up to 24 hours). Add and mix the rest of the ingredients. Bake for 25 min. Great with honey butter or maple syrup.
Fudge
1 1/2 c. granulated sugar
2/3 c. (5 fl.oz. can) evaporated milk
2 Tbsp. butter
1/4 tsp salt
2 c. mini-marshmellows
1 3/4 c. milk chocolate chips
1/2 c. walnuts (optional)
1 tsp. vanilla
*Line 8" square baking pan with foil. Combine sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt in medium saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil, stirring constantly, for 4-5 min. Remove from heat.
*Stir in marshmallows, chocolate chips, nuts and vanilla. Pour into baking pan, refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into pieces.
2/3 c. (5 fl.oz. can) evaporated milk
2 Tbsp. butter
1/4 tsp salt
2 c. mini-marshmellows
1 3/4 c. milk chocolate chips
1/2 c. walnuts (optional)
1 tsp. vanilla
*Line 8" square baking pan with foil. Combine sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt in medium saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil, stirring constantly, for 4-5 min. Remove from heat.
*Stir in marshmallows, chocolate chips, nuts and vanilla. Pour into baking pan, refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into pieces.
Ruth's Chocolate Chip Cookies
1 c. butter
1 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. white sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 c. chocolate chips
*Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cream together first three ingredients. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Stir in rest of ingredients. Bake for 7-10 min.
1 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. white sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 c. chocolate chips
*Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cream together first three ingredients. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Stir in rest of ingredients. Bake for 7-10 min.
Katie's Chocolate Chip Cookies
2/3 c. shortening
2/3 c. soft butter
1 c. white sugar
1 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
3 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 c. chopped nuts (optional)
12 oz. chocolate chips
*Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Mix shortening, butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla. Blend in remaining ingredients. Bake 8-10 min.
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
1/2 c. butter
1/2 heaping cup of brown sugar
1/2 heaping cup of white sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. oatmeal
1 c. flour
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. chocolate chips
*Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Bake 8-10 min. Recipe is good doubled.
1/2 heaping cup of brown sugar
1/2 heaping cup of white sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. oatmeal
1 c. flour
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. chocolate chips
*Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Bake 8-10 min. Recipe is good doubled.
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