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Mock Lemon Pie Made With Cornmeal and Vinegar
Years ago I found a recipe in a heritage cookbook for a mock lemon pie made with cornmeal and vinegar. It was similar to a shoofly or custard pie. BUT there was no crust as the cornmeal settled and became the crust. I only made it once and it was very good. I’ve looked for […]
Continue readingAnytime Corn Fritters
1 1/2 cups of cream style corn 1 cup half-and-half 2 eggs, beaten with a fork 1 1/2 cups of flour 1 1/2 tablespoon baking powder dash salt dash black pepper oil for frying In a large bowl, pour the cream style corn, liquid and all. Then mix in the half-and-half and the beaten egg. […]
Continue readingFinancial Peace Of Mind, Gluten Free Kids and Beef Brew Bake – HBHW Newsletter
January 27th 2010 Editorial I am trying to wrap up as much as I can today before heading to a 4 day conference in Atlanta with my husband tomorrow (which would explain why this newsletter is coming out so late today). This will be the first time our daughter is going to spend more than […]
Continue readingSummer Celebration Corn Fritters
12 ears of corn (not real tender or white corn, or white/yellow blend) 2 eggs 1/2 cup flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp salt (more or less to taste) pinch black pepper if desired oil for frying Husk your corn and remove all the silk. Then cut kernels off the corn cobs into a […]
Continue readingTomato Gravy Easy Southern Style
1/2 cup peanut oil 1/2 cup flour 1/2 to 1 cup water (may add more if roux gets too thick) 1 can diced tomatoes (or about 1 1/2 cups diced fresh tomatoes, seeds and all) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper dash red pepper flakes or hot sauce In large skillet (not […]
Continue readingFinancial Peace of Mind – Do You Have It?
There used to be a time in my life, where I would wake up at least once every single night, worrying about how to make the next rent check or pay the gas bill. And that was after tossing and turning for hours worrying about money. It’s not a good place to be and I […]
Continue readingVeal Port Au Prince
A recipe from Trader Vic’s in Chicago. I also would like Pears Helene from The Bakery restaurant in Chicago. Both restaurants closed in the 1990’s. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.
Continue readingWanted – Student Meals/Revision Snacks/Menu Ideas!
Hi, I am a student, beginning the semester in March (location NZ). I live in an apartment with most appliances, including a crockpot. * Any ideas about how I should menu plan for semesters (each 6 weeks until half way holidays)? How should I include my homemade yoghurt, bread and muffins? Do these freeze? * […]
Continue readingGluten Free Kid Foods
Has your family gone gluten free because your child was diagnosed with celiac disease or gluten intolerance? Going gluten free is hard enough as an adult but for a child it can seem almost devastating. No more macaroni and cheese, or Dairy Queen. What about chicken nuggets? While it’s true that you won’t be able […]
Continue readingCheddar Popcorn Recipe
Does anyone know a homemade recipe for cheddar cheese popcorn? I love the microwave version that you pour the cheese sauce over after cooking. I also love the drier packaged type of cheese popcorn. I’ve tried some of the bottled shakes without achieving desired results. Thanks for your help! Disclosure: Some of the links below […]
Continue readingEasy Chicken Casserole
I cook 2-3 chicken breasts until tender, tear the meat apart and place in a 9X13″ glass pan. Mix 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup with 1 c. milk and warm in the microwave. Add onto top of the chicken. Smash 1 paper sleeve of round crackers and pour 1 stick melted butter (margerine)over crumbs. […]
Continue readingOatmeal Cake
1 cup quick cooking oats 1 ½ cups hot water 1 cup white sugar 1 cup brown sugar ½ cup oil 1 1/3 cups self rising flour 1 teaoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 eggs Pour hot water over oats and let stand. Mix sugars, flour, baking soda and cinnamon. Add eggs and oil. […]
Continue readingSugar free Diet (ADHD)
My daughter is 4 had has to be on a sugar free diet. She has been diagnosed with ADHA. I homeschool and refuse to put her on meds. She has been to the hospital 3x last year for jumping off things. The last time I took her in for a follow-up visit the doctor said […]
Continue readingADHD and Food
I am writing to ask for some help. My son has been diagnosed with ADHD (from his school, not the dr) and my husband and I don’t want to put him on the medication. In fact, I’m pretty sure my husband is going to be adamant about not putting him on it. He was on […]
Continue readingLemon Rice Soup Recipe
Hi! I love the lemon rice soup that you can find at most Greek owned diners. Does anyone have a good recipe for this soup? Thanks!! 🙂 Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a […]
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