Schmancy but not too fancy

Coconut Crazy Pie

2011-09-09T21:04:00.002-04:00

Coconut Crazy Pie a Bisquick recipe 2 Cups milk ¾ C Sugar ½ C Bisquick ½ Stick Butter 4 Eggs 1 ½ tesap. Vanilla 1 (heaping) Cup Coconut flakes Mix ALL ingredients in the blender on high for 5 mintues. Pour into greased pie plate (9 or 10”) Bake @ 350Degrees F for 50-55 minutes That’s it! Enjoy. (pics soon, this pie went quick!)

Banana Bundt Cake

2011-06-24T17:31:00.003-04:00

Banana Bundt Cake½ Cup Butter (softened)1 ½ Cups Sugar1 ½ Cups Mashed Bananas (about 3)2 Eggs1 teasp. Vanilla2 Cups Flour1 teasp. Baking Soda½ Cup Sour cream½ teasp. SaltCream butter; add sugar.Add in eggs and vanilla beat til fluffy then add in bananas. In separate bowl mix flour, soda and salt then add slowly to the banana mixture. Mix until blended then add sour cream slowly and blend will –

Oatmeal Walnut Cookies

2011-05-18T22:31:00.002-04:00

Crispy, Chewy Oatmeal Walnut Cookies1 c. butter, room temperature1 c. brown sugar1 c. white sugar1 tsp. vanilla2 eggs, room temperature1 1/2 c. flour1 tsp. salt1 tsp. baking soda3 c. quick-cooking rolled oats1 c. walnut piecesHandfull of Craisins if desiredCombine dry ingredients; set aside. Cream butter and sugars together until fluffy, 2-3 minutes. Add vanilla and eggs and mix until well

Chicken Pot Pie

2011-01-24T21:36:00.005-05:00

Chicken Pot Pie . 2 sheets Frozen Puff Pastry (I used Pepperidge Farm brand) Thawed 1 egg, beaten 1 tblsp. water 2 cups cooked chicken, diced in to cubes 1/3 Cup Butter 2/3 Cup Flour 1 large carton Chicken broth ½ Cup Half & Half 1 small Onion, chopped fine 1 sm package Carrots (cooked and sliced) 1 Cup frozen peas (thawed and cooked) While

Madeleines

2011-01-21T15:53:00.003-05:00

Madeleines From Martha StewartIngredients 15 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for pan3/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for pan3/4 cup cake flour ( not self-rising)1 1/2 pinches table salt3 large eggs1 cup sugar1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract1 1/2 grated lemons, zest of1 1/2 to taste confectioners' sugar, for dustingDirectionsPreheat oven to 375°. Butter and lightly flour

Chocolate Cupcakes, Joy of Cooking

2011-01-15T10:40:00.003-05:00

Chocolate Cupcakes: 1/2 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder 1 cup boiling hot water 1 1/3 cups all purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup granulated white sugar 2 large eggs 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extractPreheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly butter, or line 16 muffin cups with paper liners. In a small

Orzo Fluff

2010-12-27T09:31:00.009-05:00

½ lb. Orzo (pasta) Cooked according to directions & drained2 Eggs, beaten3 Tblsp. Flour1 ½ Cups Sugar20 oz. can of chunk Pineapple, drained with the liquid reserved1 jar Maraschino cherries, drained-discard liquid1 can Mandarin oranges, drained – discard liquid16 oz tub of Cool whipMix sugar & flour together, add eggs & pineapple juice-stir well & cook over medium heat until thickened.Add cooked

Mom's Cheese Cake

2010-12-24T11:25:00.005-05:00

Cheese CakeJudy Giordano*Excuse the cell phone picture, it was all I could do to get a shot before the cake was all gone!2 Cups Ricotta Cheese16 oz. Cream Cheese4 Eggs1 Cup Sugar2 Teasp. VanillaBeat all of the above together for 10 minutes or until smooth.Pour into baked Graham Cracker shell.Bake @ 350 Degrees F for 40 minutes, then turn oven off & leave in for

Thank you

2010-11-24T22:20:00.004-05:00

Tonight I was looking around my blog and found a stats tab.......guess with new blogger they have added a few goodies that I never paid much attention to before. Well, I found that I actually have a following!!! Yes, me!! So thank you for sharing & linking up to me, I hope you have enjoyed making some recipes from my site.

Chicken Soup

2010-11-24T14:03:00.006-05:00

Just like mom used to make!1 Chicken (raw) most of you know this but trust me...not everyone does :) 3 med onions diced fine5-6 stalks of celery carrots-as many as you like (cut into small bit sized slices/chunks) I use approx 4 cups3 - 32 oz boxes of chicken brothpastina /alphabets or any other small pasta -approx 1 cup uncooked. You can add more as desired.In one large pot add all of the above

Old Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Rum Custard Sauce

2010-11-07T18:35:00.006-05:00

Old Fashioned Bread Pudding4 Cups leftover Bread-torn in to bite sized pieces (pack bread to make a solid 4 cups)2 Cups Milk (I used 1 cup milk & 1 cup cream)4 Tablespoons Butter½ Cup Sugar2 Eggs¼ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon Cinnamon½ Cup raisinsScant handful CraisinsPreheat oven 350Degrees F· Place bread in a buttered baking dish (1.5 quart) and set aside.· Scald milk and butter.· In large bowl

Moussaka

2010-10-01T14:30:00.005-04:00

Moussaka (My way)2 tablespoons butter 2 onions, chopped 1 tablespoon chopped parsley 2 pounds ground lamb or ground beef 2 (16 ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups milk 1 beaten egg 1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese or Colby Jack 4 potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced

Peach Tart

2010-09-11T18:24:00.004-04:00

This is a favorite around our house and it is quick to make.Peach Tart“Bill’s Mueller’s Mom’s”2 Cups Peaches1 Cup Sugar2 Tblsp Flour1/8 tesap. Salt½ teasp Vanilla1 Egg beaten1 Cup Evaporated Milk2 Tblsp. melted ButterBlend peaches with dry ingredients.Add egg, milk butter & vanilla. Mix together.Pour into a large pie plate or quiche plate.Bake @ 450 degrees F for 10

Cherry Pie

2010-09-07T13:12:00.004-04:00

Cherry PieRecipe courtesy Peter SterkShow: The Best Of Episode: All American PieCook Time: 1 hr 10 min Yield: 1 (8-inch) pieIngredients4 cups fresh or frozen tart cherries1 to 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar4 tablespoons cornstarch1/8 tablespoon almond extract (optional)Your favorite pie crust or pie dough recipe for 2 crust pie1 1/2 tablespoons butter, to dot1 tablespoon granulated sugar, to

Buttle, just like Grammy used to make

2010-09-07T13:07:00.002-04:00

The Italian version of a scone. This is a recipe I grew up on, my grandmother used to make it and even send it to me here in FL once we moved. Grammy has since passed but her Buttle is still a staple in my house. Buttle4 C. Flour2 ½ teasp. Baking Powder3 Tblsp. Sugar3 Tblsp. Cornmeal 1 ½ teasp. Salt½-3/4 C. Oil 2 EggsRaisins & Milk as needed Mix all together, add enough milk to make dough

Still Cooking

2010-08-05T17:33:00.000-04:00

..............just no time lately to post anything. Check back soon!

Vanilla Cupcakes w/Magnolia Frosting

2010-06-04T10:37:00.003-04:00

Vanilla Cupcakes Adapted from “Magnolia Bakery” Makes 24- 32 cupcakes 2 cups Cake flour ¾ cup All purpose flour 2 teasp Baking powder ½ teasp. salt 1 cup salted butter, softened 2 cups sugar 4 large eggs, room temp 1 cup milk 1 teasp vanilla extract Line 24 muffin tins with cupcake papers. In a small bowl, add the flours & baking powder – mix well then

Swedish Meatballs

2010-06-01T12:20:00.001-04:00

Swedish Meatballs · ¼ Cup chopped onion (fine) · 1 Tblsp. butter · 1 lb. lean ground beef · ¼ teasp. Nutmeg · ¼ teasp Allspice · 1 egg · ¼ light cream (can substitute sour cream) · ¾ Cup breadcrumbs Cook onions in butter until soft. Combine all ingredients including the onions with the beef and mix well. Make

Fondant

2010-06-01T11:50:00.002-04:00

Fondant 1 cup of mini marshmallows, packed tightly1 - 1.5 cups of powdered sugar4 teaspoons of waterHalf a teaspoon of cooking oil Extra cooking oil to grease up your hands and work surface if neededExtra powdered sugar for rolling out the fondant Directions: Mix the mini marshmallows with the water in a microwave safe bowl, coating them as evenly as possible. **If you wish to make colored

Banana Cupcakes with Dulce de Leche Butter Cream Frosting

2010-06-01T11:16:00.001-04:00

Banana Cupcakes with Dulce de Leche Butter Cream Frosting Makes approx 28 cupcakes · 3 cups cake flour · 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda · 3/4 teaspoon baking powder · 3/4 teaspoon salt · 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon · 6 ounces (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened · 1 1/2 cups packed light-brown sugar · 3 large eggs ·

Double Chocolate Malt Shop Cupcakes with Cherry-Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

2010-04-20T11:11:00.006-04:00

This recipe won the Ultimate Recipe Showdown on the FoodnetworkNOTE: I made some minor modifications, found in blue.For cupcakes:1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder1/3 cup sugar **Modifications: added an extra 1/3 cup of sugar making a total of 2/3 Cup of sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup whole milk **Modification: I used

Asparagus Risotto

2010-04-13T13:39:00.005-04:00

Asparagus Parmesan Risotto1 cup Arborio rice1 bunch Asparagus or 1 pkg frozen (cooked as directed)cut into bite sized pieces2 tsp butter1 clove garlic, sliced thin1 shallot, minced1/2 cup white wine4 cups chicken stocksalt and pepper1/4 cup grated parmesan cheeseHeat chicken stock in a small pot.In a medium size heavy sauce pan, add butter on medium-low heat.Add garlic & shallots, sauté about 1

Nutella Cupcake

2010-04-11T13:04:00.007-04:00

Nutella Cupcakes yeilds 12 - 16 cupcakes10 tbsp butter, softened3/4 cup sugar3 eggs1/2 tsp vanilla1 3/4 cups all purpose flour1/4 tsp salt2 tsp baking powderNutella, approx. 1/3 cupPreheat oven to 325F.Line 12 muffin tins with paper liners.Cream together butter and sugar until lightAdd in eggs one at a time, until fully incorporated.Add vanilla.Stir in flour, salt and baking powder until batter

Kahlua Cupcakes and 2 kinds of Frosting

2010-03-07T14:59:00.007-05:00

*Click on picture for larger view Here are a few cupcakes I made this weekend. As you can see I am trying out new frosting recipes and designs. I think this Butter Cream Dream frosting has become my favorite for piping cupcakes and this Kahlua Chocolate Cupcake recipe is a keeper. The Kahlua Butter Cream frosting is good too. Below I have listed the recipes for you.Kahlua Chocolate Cupcakes 3

Oranges & Cranberries

2010-02-21T17:35:00.003-05:00

I love the flavors of these both together BUT still haven't found the perfect recipe for a cake or bread. After trying a few recipes out this weekend I am still on a mission, please drop me a line if you have a fantastic recipe using Cranberries & Oranges.

Buttermilk Cranberry Scones

2010-02-15T14:46:00.005-05:00

I found this recipe over at Pinch my Salt and I have to tell you....it's a winner! Make sure you try these. *Easy to make too*Here is the recipe for you (and me):Buttermilk Cranberry Scones2 cups all purpose flour1/4 cup granulated sugar1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small chunks1/2 cup buttermilk1 large egg1/3 cup

Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Curd filling & Cream Cheese Frosting

2010-02-14T16:24:00.006-05:00

Lemon Bliss CupcakesAdapted from: King Arthur Flour• 1 cup unsalted butter• 2 cups sugar• 1 teaspoon salt• 4 large eggs• 2 teaspoons baking powder• 3 cups All-purpose flour• 1 cup milk• finely grated rind of 2 lemons OR 3/4 teaspoon lemon oilDirections• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.• Prepare 24 cupcake tins with liners.• Beat together the butter, sugar and salt until combines and fluffy.• Add

Chicken with Farfalle, broccoli & cheese

2010-02-09T10:55:00.005-05:00

Skillet Chicken with Farfalle pasta, Broccoli, & Parmesan CheeseThis serves 4-6. If you don't want to make as much, scale down the amounts in the recipe.**2-3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or 6 chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch squaresTable salt and ground black pepper3 tablespoons olive oil1 medium onion, minced4 medium cloves garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon red pepper

Spezzi

2010-02-07T20:38:00.004-05:00

An old family recipeSpezziBy: Judy Giordano aka MomSauce:· 2 – 15oz cans Hunts tomato sauce· 2 – Hot pickled cherry peppers (no seeds) + 1 Tablespoon of the juice· 2 – Bay leaves (optional)· Black pepper, parsley, basil and oregano to taste.Place all of the above ingredients in a large sauce pan and simmer.*While the above sauce is simmering make the chicken.Chicken:· Chicken wings (I use one

Beater Blade

2010-02-04T10:50:00.004-05:00

Waiting for my new "gotta have it" to arrive. Isn't she a beauty? Can't wait to try this baby out over the weekend. You can read more about it over here2.9.10: Beater Blade arrived......ohhhhhh aaaaaaaaIt looks kinda big but it is the correct blade for my mixer.

Box-of-Chocolates Cupcakes

2010-02-03T09:56:00.008-05:00

Box-of-chocolates cupcakesBy: Taste of Home Magazine Feb/March 2010Cupcakes1 pkg (18-1/4 oz) Devil’s food cake mix1-1/3 cups of strong brewed Coffee3 Eggs½ Canola oilChocolate-Coffee Filling8 oz bittersweet Chocolate, chopped3 Tblsp. Sugar4 Tblsp. Strong brewed Coffee (divided if desired)3 Egg yolks, beaten1-1/2 cups Whipped topping (I used Coolwhip)Ganache4 oz bittersweet Chocolate, chopped2 oz

Chai Cupcakes

2010-01-31T20:46:00.004-05:00

After many many recipes I have found the ONE. Cupcake recipe is from http://ladolcivita.blogspot.com/ and the Frosting recipe is from http://www.recipes5000.com/ .Here are the recipes for you to try, enjoy!Chai Cupcakes1/2 to 3/4 cup milk1/4 to 1/2 cup Tazo Chai Concentrate(*Note: Keep your liquids equal to 1 cup. For a mild chai taste use 1/4 cup of chai and 3/4 cup of milk. For a stronger chai

Horshshoe Cookies

2010-01-09T22:47:00.004-05:00

Horseshoe Cookies4 cups Flour½ cup Sugar1 cup ground Nuts1 lb Butter-salted3 oz Rum or BrandyBlend all of the above together.Use 1 teaspoon full of batter & shape like horseshoes.On an ungreased cookie sheet, bake @ 350F for 30-35 minutes until slightly browned.When warm, sprinkle with powdered or regular sugar.

Flax Seed Muffins

2009-09-19T19:29:00.000-04:00

Flax seed Muffins • 1.5 Cup Whole Wheat Flour• 1.5 Cup Ground Flax seeds• ½ to ¾ Cup Brown Sugar (depends on your taste)• 1 Tblsp Baking powder• ¾ teasp. Nutmeg• 2 teasp. Cinnamon• 2 Cups Milk (I use Light Silk Vanilla Soy Milk)• 1 Egg beaten• ½ to ¾ Cups Dried Cranberries• ½ to ¾ Cups Chopped AlmondsMix all dry ingredients together. Beat the egg in a separate bowl and add

Beef Wellington for 2

2009-09-08T11:29:00.003-04:00

Beef Wellington with Mushroom DuxellesIngredients:• 2 filets mignon, 1-inch thick• 2 sheets puff pastry• Salt and pepper to taste• 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter• 4 Tbsp. Mushroom Duxelles• 1 eggPreparation:1. Thaw puff pastry according to package directions.2. Filets are often irregular in shape, if yours are use a piece of kitchen twine to tie them into a round.3. Season filets generously with salt

Seared Scallops over Wilted Spinach & Risotto

2009-07-08T19:23:00.001-04:00

Seared Scallops over Wilted Spinach and Parmesan Risottofrom the "Skinny Taste" websiteParmesan Risotto1 cup Arborio rice2 tsp butter1 shallot, minced1/2 cup white wine4 cups chicken stocksalt and pepper1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese2 tbsp chopped parsleyHeat chicken stock in a small pot.In a medium size heavy sauce pan, add butter on medium-low heat. Add shallots, sauté about 1 minute. Add rice

Olive Chutney

2009-06-28T14:14:00.001-04:00

Conni’s Olive Chutney1/3 cup chopped pitted green brine-cured olives (such as Greek or Italian)1/3 cup chopped pitted black brined olives (kalamata)1/4 cup chopped roasted red peppers from jar (I use the B & G with a seasoning in them already)1 Tblsp. minced fresh parsley2 anchovy fillets minced ( I use the anchovy paste located by the canned tuna )2 teaspoons drained capers1 teaspoon red wine

Best Friend Cookies (for your dog)

2009-01-01T14:04:00.000-05:00

Best Friend (Dog)Cookies1 Cup Oatmeal 1 ½ Cup Cornmeal½ Cup hot Water 3 Cups Whole wheat Flour1/3 Cup Applesauce 1 EggAdd more applesauce or water to get desired consistency.Mix oatmeal, hot water & applesauce for 5 minutes then add the remaining ingredients to make a stiff dough.Roll out and cut desired shapes. Place on greased cookie sheet.Bake at 325 degrees F for 50 minutes.

Cranberry Cobbler

2008-12-26T13:55:00.001-05:00

Cranberry CobblerFrom Battalion Chief Wayne BalcomIngredients:3 cups Cranberries – whole2 Cups Sugar – divided2 Tblsp milk½ C. melted butter1 Cup flour½ pecans2 Eggs--------------------In a 2 quart baking dish add the cranberries, then ½ C. pecans and top with 1 Cup of sugar. Then mix together the remaining ingredients:2 eggs (beat until frothy)½ C. melted butter 2 Tblsp. Milk1 C. sugar1 C.

Cottage Pie

2008-12-07T13:07:00.000-05:00

Cottage Pie 1 Onion (large) – diced 1 sm. can Mushrooms1 1/2 lbs Hamburg1 cup Peas, Carrots or Corn2 Tblsp. Flour8 oz Colby Jack cheese – shredded1 pkg of Knorrs brown gravy mix (make according to package)2 Tblsp. Worcestershire sauce 2 cups mashed PotatoesFry onions in shortening (Crisco) until soft but not brown.Add 1 small can of Mushrooms (drained) to the onions then crumble in Hamburg & fry

Quick Lemon Cake

2008-10-12T20:57:00.000-04:00

Quick Lemon Cake 1 box Lemon cake mix w/ Pudding in the mix.1 10 oz jar of Smuckers "Simply Fruit" Red Raspberry 2/3 Cup Butter - softened4 cups(1 box) Powdered sugar1 teasp grated Lemon peel (optional)1/4 Cup Lemon juice (can add more as needed)Prepare cake as directed on the box.Use 2 8" cake pans.Let cool slightly then slice each layer in half (to make 4 layers) or can keep whole (makes 2

Friendship bread / Sweet Bread

2008-08-31T08:45:00.000-04:00

Friendship BreadMorning Routine (weekly): Starter must be fed every 3 to 7 days as follows• Remove from the fridge & add:• ¾ Cup Sugar• 3 Tblsp instant Potato flakes• 1 Cup WaterMix well & let stand out of fridge all day. Then remove 1 cup to use in making bread and return the rest to the fridge as your starter. Keep covered & repeat the above “morning routine” every 3 to 7 days. *If you are

Hash Brown Quiche

2008-04-24T22:35:00.000-04:00

Hash Brown Quiche by Paula Deen3 cups, shredded frozen hash browns, thawed and drained 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, melted 3 large eggs, beaten 1 cup half-and-half 3/4 cup diced cooked ham 1/2 cup diced green onions1 cup shredded CheddarSalt and freshly ground black pepper Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Gently press the drained hash browns between paper towels to dry them as best as possible

Bussell's Donish

2008-03-09T22:33:00.001-04:00

Quick Cheese Cake “Donish”By Mike Bussell16 oz Cream Cheese1 Cup Sugar1 teasp pure Vanilla Extract2 cans of Pillsbury crescent rolls (NO EXCEPTIONS)1 cup of 10x Sugar1 Tablespoon Milk1 large EggSoften cream cheese. Pre heat oven to 360 degrees F.Separate egg white from yolk. Mix egg yolk, cream cheese, vanilla and sugar together until very smooth. In a 13 x 9 baking dish place one can of crescent

Carmel Apple Granny PIe

2007-12-23T11:31:00.000-05:00

Carmel Apple Granny Pie 1 9-inch double crust for a deep-dish pie1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, melted 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 5 cups thinly sliced apples2/3 cup white sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamon20 caramels, cut into quarters2 tablespoons milkPreheat oven to 375 degrees.To make the taffy: In a small bowl combine brown sugar, melted butter or

Marshmallows

2007-12-23T11:25:00.000-05:00

Homemade MarshmallowsMakes approximately 90 half inch marshmallows or 40 big ones 3 packets of unflavored gelatin1-1/4 cups of granulated sugar ¾ - 1 cup of light corn syrup 1 cup of water divided 1/4 tsp of salt 1 Tablespoon of pure vanillaConfectioners sugar for dustingCombine the gelatin and ½ Cup of water in the bottom of a large mixing bow. Let this combination sit while you make your sugar

Turkey Tetrazinni

2007-11-23T10:17:00.002-05:00

Turkey Tetrazinni4 oz fine pasta (angel hair)cooked and drained2 cups cooked turkey (cubed)1 small can mushrooms1 -2 cups left over stuffing8 oz cheese (colby-jack)Left over gravy or chicken broth1 cup milk3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons flour½ cup white wineMake a white sauce:· 3 tablespoons flour· 3 tablespoons butterFirst melt the butter in a sauce pan, then add flour and mix with a wisk

Blogger chocolate cake

2007-11-13T22:02:00.000-05:00

I found this cake recipe on a fellow blogger's web site and just had to try it out.....YUMMO! The only changes I made were: Opted not to use the cinnamon and I used my own frosting recipe. This is now my favorite chocolate cake recipe ever!Best ever Chocolate Cake2 1/3 Cups of strong brewed coffee (lukewarm, not hot) -I used Gevalia flavored coffee3/4 Cup of Vegatable oil3 large eggs, room temp.1

Surgery Barb's Philadelphia Sticky Buns

2007-09-24T14:27:00.000-04:00

Surgery Barb’s Philadelphia Sticky BunsBUNS1 Cup Milk½ Cup Butter1 ½ teasp Salt1/3 Cup Sugar2 envelopes Active Dry yeast2 large Eggs2 teasp. Fresh grated Lemon Peel5 to 6 Cups All-purpose FlourTOPPING2 Cups light Brown Sugar1 Cup Butter1 Cup chopped Pecans1 Cup light Corn SyrupFILLING1 Cup light Brown Sugar½ Cup Butter½ Cup chopped Pecans½ Cup Raisins1 teasp. CinnamonBUNS: Heat milk in a small

Banana Bran Bread

2007-08-22T13:12:00.000-04:00

Banana Bran Bread1 ½ Cups Whole Wheat flour½ Cup Splenda2 teasp. Baking powder½ teasp. Baking soda1 teasp. Cinnamon¼ teasp. Salt2 Egg whites1 ½ cups mashed bananas (approx 3 bananas)1 ½ Cups Raisin Bran cereal1 Cup Craisins, raisins or any dried fruit.2 Tablespoons Bran Buds¼ Cup Water2 Tablespoons Applesauce1 teasp. Vanilla1 Cup walnutsMix flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder & salt in a

Salmon Fudgies (dog treats)

2007-04-28T20:45:00.000-04:00

SALMON FUDGE1 14 oz can Salmon - do not drain1 1/2 cups flour1 TBS garlic powder or minced garlic (optional)2 eggsgrated parmesan cheese (optional) Process Salmon, garlic and eggs in food processor or blender (or mix in a bowl).Add flour and mix to a brownie-like consistency.Spread into a 9x9-inch greased pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes. When the brownies are done, they will have a

Shanty Creek Potato Salad

2007-04-21T23:31:00.001-04:00

Shanty Creek Potato SaladBoil 6 potatoes with jackets on, cool, peel & shredAdd:3 hard boiled eggs, chopped fine3 Tablespoons of Onions (minced very fine)Add:3 Tablespoons of white vinegar & enough “Helmans”Mayonaise to moistenAdd:1 Tablespoon chopped parsleySalt & pepper to tasteMix together and serve

Buttle

2007-03-28T21:55:00.001-04:00

Grammy DePerry’s Buttle *This is an Italian breakfast cookie, goes well with coffee, milk or hot tea.4 Cups Flour2 ½ teasp. Baking Powder3 ½ Tablespoons Sugar3 Tablespoons Cornmeal1 ½ teasp. Salt½ - ¾ Cup Oil2 EggsRaisins & Milk as needed to moistenMake a well with the first 5 ingredients.Add in oil and eggs.Mix by hand or wooden spoon.Add raisins & milk as needed to moisten. (Should be wet

Grandma Cusano's Coffee Cake

2007-03-26T12:24:00.000-04:00

Grandma Cusano’s Coffee CakeFor Cake:1 ½ sticks Butter1 ½ cups Sugar3 Eggs1 ½ teasp. Vanilla1 ¼ cup Sour Cream2 ¼ cups Flour¼ teasp. Corn Starch2 teasp. Baking powder½ teasp. Baking soda½ teasp. SaltStreusel1 ¼ cups Light Brown Sugar½ cup Flour1 ½ teasp. Cinnamon¼ teasp. Salt3 Tablespoons ButterMaple Drizzel½ cup Confectioner’s Sugar2 Tablespoons Maple SyrupMix together:1st 5 ingredients – mix

Luigi's Country Apple Crisp

2007-03-26T12:17:00.000-04:00

Luigi’s Country Apple Crisp2 Cups Flour2 Cups Brown Sugar2 sticks MARGARINE – DO NOT use butter for this6-8 Golden delicious apples, sliced, quartered and peeledMix together with your hands the 1st 3 ingredients until crumbly.Place apples in a buttered 13 x 9 baking pan.Sprinkle with Cinnamon and Sugar to your liking.Cover apples & cinnamon with the crumble mixture.Bake @ 350 F degree oven for 30

Wheat Germ Dog Biscuits

2007-03-19T19:53:00.000-04:00

Wheat Germ Dog BiscuitsJasmin & Dane’s 2nd Favorite !1 ½ Cups whole wheat Flour¾ Cup Oatmeal or quick cooking oats¼ Cup Wheat Germ¼ Cup Peanut Butter¼ Oil¼ Cup Honey or Molasses1 teasp. Baking Powder1. In a large bowl, with mixer @ low speed, mix 1 Cup of the flour with remaining ingredients & ½ Cup water until well blended. With a spoon stir in remaining ½ Cup of flour.2. Preheat oven to 350

Heavenly Fruit Dip

2007-02-09T08:24:00.000-05:00

Heavenly Fruit Dip1 (12 oz container) Whipped topping, thawed (Cool Whip)1 (small jar) Marshmallow creme (Marshmallow Fluff)1 (8 oz Pkg.) Cream Cheese, softened2 (small containers) Strawberry Yogurt (or may use any flavor desired-I prefer to use anything with fruit on the bottom)In mixing bowl beat all ingredients EXCEPT the Cool Whip together until light and fluffy, then add in Cool Whip and

Scotch Shortbread

2007-02-07T17:34:00.000-05:00

Scotch ShortbreadPreheat oven to 300 degrees F.1 Cup butter softened1/2 Cup sugar2 1/2 cups of flourCream butter, gradually add sugar creaming until light & fluffy.Stir in flour.Chill for 1 hour.On lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4" to 1/2" thick.Cut with cookie cutter into desired shapes.Baked on UNgreased cookie sheet @ 300 for 25-30 minutes until light golden brown.Cool completely

Spanish Bean Soup

2007-01-08T19:02:00.000-05:00

Spanish Bean Soup1 lb Chorizo or Kielbasa, cut in 1/2" pieces2 medium Onions, cut in 1/2" pieces3 Garlic cloves, minced4 cans Chicken stock or broth6 medium Potatoes, peeled & cut in 1/2" cubes2-3 cans (15 oz each) Garbanzo beans, drained1 Chicken bouillon cube3-4 packets of Sazon goya with azafran or 2 packets of Vigo flavoring & coloring1 small bay leafBegin by:Saute kielbasa in soup pot over

Oatmeal-Cherry Cookies

2006-12-11T14:33:00.000-05:00

Oatmeal-Cherry Cookies1 cup Butter, softened1 cup Packed Brown Sugar (dark or light)½ cup Granulated Sugar1 ½ teasp. Baking Powder1 teasp. Cinnamon½ teasp. Salt½ teasp. Baking Soda2 Eggs1 teasp. Vanilla2 cups All-purpose Flour2 cups Rolled Oats1 cup Dried Cherries (about 6 oz)In a large bowl, beat butter with an electric mixer on medium to high for 30 seconds. Add brown sugar, granulated sugar,

Biscotti Cookies

2006-12-03T19:51:00.000-05:00

Biscotti Cookies(Holiday cookie)5 Cups Flour5 teasp Baking Powder1 teasp Cream of Tarter1 teasp. Baking Soda½ teasp. Salt1 Cup SugarSift the above in a large bowl-make a well & add 4 eggs, ¾ Cup oil & ½ Cup milk.Mix together well.Dough may be sticky but DO NOT add any more flour.Wet hands in oil & roll in desired shapes (make small-will double in size when baking)Grease a cookie sheet.Bake 350F

Baby Brussel Sprouts with Buttered Pecans

2006-11-28T19:22:00.000-05:00

Baby Brussels Sprouts with Buttered PecansServes 6-8½ cup Pecan halves, cut crosswise into thirds3 Tblsp. Unsalted butter¾ teasp. Salt2 lb. Baby Brussel sprouts, trimmed½ Tblsp. Minced garlic½ teasp. Fresh lemon juice¼ teasp. Black pepperPut oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350F.Spread pecan pieces in 1 layer on a cookie sheet and bake until fragrant and a few shades darker, about

Roasted Sweet-Potato Spears with Bacon Vinaigrette

2006-11-28T19:10:00.000-05:00

Roasted Sweet Potato spears with Bacon VinaigretteServes 8-104 lbs medium sweet potatoes (about 7)½ lb sliced bacon, cut crosswise into ½-inch wide strips1 teasp. Salt½ teasp. Black pepper¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil3 scallions, thinly sliced, reserving sliced greens separately2 Tblsp. Sherry vinegar1 Tblsp. WaterPut oven rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 450F.Peel sweet potatoes

Whole Wheat Dog Bones

2006-11-24T17:30:00.000-05:00

Jasmin & Dane’s Favorite Dog Biscuits 2 ½ Cups Whole Wheat Flour½ Cup Powdered Milk½ teasp. Salt1 Egg½ - ¾ Cup Beef BrothIn large bowl combine all ingredients, mix well. Kneed on a floured surface for 3 minutes or until dough forms a ball.Roll dough out on floured surface until ½ inch thick.Cut into desired shapes.Place on greased cookie sheet.Bake @ 350 F for 30 minutes.

Crustless Pumpkin Pie

2006-11-23T22:54:00.000-05:00

This is a great recipe for you if you are doing Weight Watchers and counting points. The entire pie is only 4 points! Even if you are not watching your calories this is a really good dessert....just like Pumpkin pie just without the crust.15 oz can pumpkin (I use Libby's)1/2 Cup EggBeaters1 1/2 Cup Skim Milk1/2 - 3/4 Cup Splenda (depends on how sweet you like it) I use 3/4 Cup1/2 teasp.

Pie Crust 10" Double

2006-11-23T11:28:00.000-05:00

Plain Pastry Crust(10” Double pie Crust)2 Cups Flour2/3 Cup Crisco (No generic-use Crisco brand for best flavor)6 – 7 Tablespoons Water (use Ice water)For baked crust: 475 F for 7-9 minutes

Pasta e fagioli

2006-11-21T17:11:00.000-05:00

Pasta e fagioli(Pasta-fa-zool)1 Can Great Northern Beans1 Can WaterOlive Oil2 Garlic cloves2 Bunches of Escarole greens1 ¼ Cup Diatellini or Tubettini pastaBoil 1 can of beans (with all liquid in the can) in 1 can of water, a splash of olive oil, salt & pepper to taste.When beans are soft mash a few to thicken the sauce.In separate pan sauté the garlic in olive oil and add Escarole greens just to

Pumpkin Bread

2006-11-21T17:08:00.001-05:00

Moist Pumpkin Bread2/3 Cup Crisco (shortening or lard) Must be a solid NOT liquid½ teasp Baking Powder2 2/3 Cup Sugar2 teasp. Baking Soda4 Eggs1 ½ teasp. Salt1 (16 oz ) Can of Pumpkin1 teasp. Cinnamon2/3 Cup Water1 teasp. Ground Cloves3 1/3 Cup all-purpose Flour½ teasp. Nutmeg1 Cup Walnuts (chopped)Cream Crisco, gradually add sugar beating well.Add eggs, mix well. Stir in pumpkin & water.In

Maple Pumpkin Pie

2006-11-21T17:07:00.000-05:00

Maple Crunch Pumpkin Pie1 unbaked 9” pie shell1 ¼ Cups Chopped walnuts1 ½ Cups sugar (divided)2 Eggs, beaten1 can 15 or 15 oz Pumpkin (Libby’s)3 ½ teasp cinnamon3 ½ teasp maple flavoring (divided)½ teasp ginger¼ teasp cloves¼ teasp salt1 ½ Cups (12 oz) Evaporated milk3 Tblsp. Melted butterMIX: Walnuts & ¾ Cups of sugar in a small bowl; place ¾ Cup of this mixture into the bottom of your pie shell

Spinach Forte

2006-11-21T10:21:00.000-05:00

2 Pkgs frozen spinach (thaw & squeeze out water) and chop fine6 slices white bread-torn into small bit-sized pieces½ Cup Olive oil1 Cup Milk6 Eggs-beaten½ teaspoon Salt1 Onion-chopped fine2 large cloves Garlic - minced½ Cup Parmesan Cheese1 Tablespoon Italian DressingMix all ingredients together.Pour into greased 13 x 9 baking pan. Use smaller pan for thicker squares.Bake @ 350 for 30 minutes or