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Pumpkin Yeast Bread
Hi, Last year all five of my kids got a free pumpkin from a homeschool field trip, and I cooked, pureed, and froze them. So I have been trying to find creative ways to use the puree, and came up with this recipe, which makes great toast or cream-cheese-filled sandwiches: 1 1/4 c pumpkin puree […]
Continue readingEllen's Monterey Beans and Cheese
This was originally in the “More with Less” cookbook and this version was tweeked by my friend Elle. Fry, drain, and crumble 2 slices bacon*. Saute in bacon fat until tender one medium onion, chopped**. Add one 15oz can beans***, drained, rinsed, and mashed; Add 1 cup tomato sauce ****, Add 1 t. chili powder*****, […]
Continue readingMac 'n Cheese Made With Reconstituted Powdered Milk
Credit for this recipe goes to the University of Illinois Extension – Family Nutrition Program and our friend, Julie Henry, who asked the question – How long does reconstituted powdered milk stay fresh in refrigerator? In my research, and in my experience, the answer is: Reconstituted (prepared) powdered milk will last, if it is covered […]
Continue readingCream Of Celery Soup
I hate to purchase condensed cream soups! They all have msg and are very expensive so I created my own recipe. The proportions are approximate so bear with me. Cream of Celery Soup 1/2 stick butter or margarine (I use butter) 3 Tbs. all purpose flour 2-3 cups chicken stock + or – a bit, […]
Continue readingMaster Baking Mix
I got this from Cooks.com and I have used it many times in place of the more expensive (and not as healthy) Bisquick MAKING THE MASTER MIX For 13 cups 9 cups sifted all-purpose flour or 10 cups sifted soft wheat or cake flour 1/3 cup double-acting baking powder 1 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon cream […]
Continue readingBaking Bacon
I have seen a few posts on bacon shrinkage. I learned from my chef brother if you lay bacon on a cooling rack on a baking sheet you don't get shrinkage and no hot splatters from hot grease. It is also better for you because the grease drains into the cookie sheet. Bake at 350 […]
Continue readingLuLu Mae's Two-Fer Pound Cake
LuLu Mae was probably 85 (maybe older) when she gave me this recipe. I have used it for 20 years, and my very good friend passed away when she was about 94. This recipe showed up often at our weekly “42” games. Not fancy just good. Add your own toppings: fruit,icing… Two-Fer Cake 2 cups […]
Continue readingHomemade Glass And Tile Cleaner
I hated buying glass cleaner so I came up with my own solution: 1 part alcohol or water; 1 part white vinegar; 3 drops dish washing liquid. ( I like Dawn) note: my 'parts' are 1 cup I use the alcohol version for cleaning windows outside, it dries faster. Inside I use the water version […]
Continue readingSoda Pop Cake
Although I can't take credit for this cake ( I seen it on a morning newscast) I think it is great! I have seen soda pop cakes in the grocery also, I bought one once and was not impressed. I decided to try this as something unusual..with the soda my son likes. All you do […]
Continue readingJust for Mom Fruit Salad
1 can prepared lemon pie filling 12 oz. frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 – 15 oz. can tropical fruit salad, drained 1 – 15 oz. can pineapple tidbits, drained 2 – 11 oz. cans mandarin oranges, drained 2 cups fresh strawberries Mix lemon pie filling and whipped topping together in a large bowl. Add fruit […]
Continue readingHappy Mothers Day Strawberry French Toast with Strawberry Topping
Tablespoon of butter in a skillet. Take sandwiches and place in egg and milk mixture covering both sides. Lay sandwich in the skillet and cook until the first side is lightly brown. Flip sandwich and cook the other side. Once both sides have browned, place it on the baking sheet in warm oven. Before serving, […]
Continue readingTake the Morning Off Mom – Breakfast Muffins
2 cups all-purpose flour 1 Tablespoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 egg, beaten 1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 8 oz. can crushed pineapple, undrained 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 2/3 cup finely chopped Canadian bacon (about 3 1/2 oz.) Preheat oven to 375 F. Coat muffin tins […]
Continue readingMothers Day Coleslaw
2 heads cabbage, shredded 1 small head red cabbage, shredded 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 or 2 large carrots, peeled and grated 2 cups mayonnaise 2 Tablespoon mustard 2 Tablespoon sugar 4 Tablespoon wine vinegar 2 teaspoon pepper< /li> 2 teaspoon dried […]
Continue readingHope-You're-Hungry Mother's Day Oatmeal
3 1/2 cups skim milk 2 cups old-fashioned oats 1 Tablespoon butter 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1 cup chopped, unpeeled apple Boil milk in a saucepan and stir in oats. Once oats and milk are mixed well add the butter and salt and continue cooking […]
Continue readingI Love You Mom – Coconut Coated Chicken Strips
3/4 cup pineapple juice, divided 1 cup cream of coconut, divided 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup rice-wine vinegar 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips 1 cup flour salt and pepper to taste 6 eggs, beaten 1 (2 pound) bag shredded coconut 3/4 to 1 cup peanut oil 1/4 […]
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