May 2013
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brownies royal
This is a brownie fit for a king and queen and munchkins too. It is an awesome brownie that has a buttercream filling and a chocolate frosting to finish it off. This one here doesn’t last too long (about 5 minutes) before my 3 grown kids attack them. 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate or bittersweet (I always use the bittersweet chocolate because of the intense chocolate flavor) 1 cup...
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crab stuffed deviled eggs
Source: This recipe is accredited to Byron Taylor of Crisfield, Maryland, and was 3rd Place Winner of the 2000 Crab Cooking Contest (Appetizer Division) in Crisfield, Maryland. 2 cups jumbo lump crab meat 1 cup mayonnaise 1/2 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning 1 teaspoon vinegar 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1/3 cup celery Dash of garlic powder Dash of Tabasco sauce 12 large eggs Boil the eggs in...
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Red Tomato Jam
4 cups tomatoes 1/2 slice lemon 4 cups granulated sugar, divided Scald tomatoes, peel. Squeeze out as many seeds and as much juice as possible. Measure 4 cups tomatoes into kettle. Add lemon and 1 cup sugar. Boil for 5 minutes. Add 1 cup sugar. Boil for 3 minutes. Add remaining sugar. Boil for 20 minutes. Pour hot liquid into sterilized containers; seal.
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chocolate cherry surprise
14 ladyfingers, split 1 envelope unflavored gelatine 1/2 cup cold milk 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup maraschino cherries, chopped 1/8 teaspoon almond extract 1/4 cup Hershey
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coffee brandy cheesecake
Chocolate Crumb Crust 2 cups chocolate wafer cookie crumbs (about 40 wafers) 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (3/4 stick) Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix cookie crumbs and melted butter, combining well. Press crumb mixture evenly over bottom and 1 inch up side of 9-inch springform pan. Bake 6 minutes. Filling 32 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar 2 tablespoons...
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makes-its-crust coconut pie
4 eggs 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup self-rising flour 2 cups milk 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1/2 cup coconut 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Combine all ingredients in order, and mix well. Pour into greased 10-inch pie pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 45 minutes or until golden brown.
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good seasons chicken
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 envelope Good Seasons Italian salad dressing 1 can golden mushroom soup 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 1/4 cups white wine Place chicken in the bottom of crock pot. Mix together remaining ingredients and pour over chicken. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours._pot
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cheesy potato casserole
1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown potatoes (partially thawed) 2 (10 ounce) cans Cheddar cheese soup 1 (13 ounce) can evaporated milk 1/2 can French fried onion rings, divided Salt and pepper Combine all ingredients, except half the onion rings, and pour into greased crockpot. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 9 hours or on HIGH for 4 hours. Sprinkle remaining onion rings on top before...
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deviled ham ring appetizer
This is another appetizer from my catering list. It is perfect for entertaining. Serve with your favorite breads, crackers, etc. I serve it on a bed of lettuce. 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 (2 ounce) can deviled ham 1/4 cup stuffed olives, chopped or pitted black olives 2 tablespoons onions, chopped 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon powdered thyme Mix...
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aloha banana cheesecake
Crust 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats 1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 5 tablespoons butter, melted Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Stir together the oats, pecans, brown sugar and butter until well combined. Press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 18 minutes or until golden brown. Cool. Filling 16 ounces cream cheese,...
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chicken and biscuit casserole
2 tablespoons minced onion 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese Dash of pepper 1 1/2 cups cooked peas and carrots 2 cups cubed cooked chicken 1/4 cup chopped pimiento 1 can refrigerated biscuits Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a 2-quart casserole, combine everything except 1/2 cup of cheese and biscuits. Cover and bake for 20 minutes; remove from...
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chicken cordon bleu casserole
2 pounds skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks Bread crumbs 1 egg mixed with 1/2 cup milk 8 ounces Swiss cheese, cubed 8 ounces ham, diced 1 (10 ounce) can cream of chicken soup 1 cup milk Dip chicken chunks into egg and milk mixture, then into bread crumbs, coating well. Brown in a small amount of oil until golden. Place chunks in baking dish. Add Swiss cheese and ham. Mix cream of chicken...
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banana pie royale
2 (8 ounce) containers pineapple yogurt 1/4 cup milk 2 tablespoons rum flavoring 2 small boxes instant banana cream pudding and pie filling mix 2 cups frozen nondairy whipped topping, thawed 1 prepared 9-inch graham cracker crust 1 large banana 1/2 cup shredded coconut, toasted In large bowl, combine yogurt, milk, rum flavor and pudding mix. With wire whisk, beat until thickened; fold whipped...
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Cran-Apple Chicken Bake
4 to 6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 4 to 6 scallions 1/2 cup dried sweetened cranberries 1/2 cup chopped dried apple 1 clove garlic very thinly sliced 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons water 1 teaspoon lemon juice 2 teaspoons butter Place chicken breasts in a 2-quart (or larger) crockpot. Add remaining ingredients in the order given, dotting evenly with the butter last. Cover and...
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potato hummus
1 pound potatoes (3 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 4 large cloves garlic 1/2 to 3/4 cup roasted sesame tahini (available in natural food and Middle Eastern stores) 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup olive oil Approximately 2/3 cup water 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons salt Red, green and yellow bell pepper strips Pita bread, cut...
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loretta lynn's dumplings
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 eggs 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon (optional) 1 chicken, cooked, off the bone with 2 cups broth Add enough milk to the flour, eggs, baking powder and salt to make a stiff dough. Roll out a little thicker than a pie crust. Cut into squares and drop in boiling broth. Cook 10 minutes with lid on.
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hawaiian holiday bread
Source: Recipe by Peggy Linberg, Upland, California - First place in the L.A. County Fair Bread Competition I grew up in Hawaii and this is a recipe we made as children. My children have helped me with it every year. We change the extra ingredients in it from year to year but it’s always made with the basic dough for Hawaiian Sweet Bread. Hawaiian Holiday Bread Dough 1/2 cup mashed potato...
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cracklin' cornbread
Cracklins are small pieces of salt pork that have been slowly fried until crisp and dry. 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 2 cups cornmeal 1/2 cup boiling water 2 tablespoons butter (at room temperature) 3 eggs 1 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 teaspoons salt 1 cup cracklins 1 teaspoon baking powder Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a heavy 10-inch cast-iron skillet generously with oil. Place in oven....
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brownies in a jar
1 2/3 cups granulated sugar 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup chocolate chips Mix together flour, baking powder and salt. Place sugar in bottom of a 1-quart canning jar (the kind with the wide mouth). Layer the remaining ingredients on top of sugar: cocoa, flour mixture, pecans and chocolate...
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chicken spaghetti casserole
1/2 (7 ounce) package thin spaghetti 1 (8 ounce) can mushroom stems/pieces (optional) 2 heaping cups diced, cooked chicken 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 cup sour cream 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (save 1/2 cup for topping) 1 (4 ounce) can drained chopped mild green chiles Break spaghetti in half. Cook and drain. Mix remaining...
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apple chocolate brownies
1/2 cup butter or margarine 2 squares unsweetened chocolate 2 eggs 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans 1 cup chopped apple 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Melt butter and chocolate over low heat. Beat eggs and add sugar. Stir in chocolate mixture and beat well. Stir in dry ingredients, then apples, nuts and vanilla. Bake in a...
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four-nut brittle
2 cups granulated sugar 1 cup light corn syrup 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup salted peanuts 1/2 cup coarsely chopped almonds 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans 1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts 1/4 cup butter or margarine 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Adjust candy thermometer for high altitude. Butter sides of large, heavy saucepan. Add sugar, corn syrup and water; bring to...
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flaky quick biscuits
1/2 cup shortening 2 cups biscuit mix 2/3 cup milk Cut shortening into biscuit mix. Add milk and mix well. Dough will be soft and sticky. Spoon out onto well-floured board. Sprinkle top of dough with flour. Flatten with hands to about 1/2 inch thick. Cut with floured biscuit cutter and place on greased baking sheet. Bake in preheated 450 degree F oven for 15 minutes. Yields 16 biscuits.
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chocolate nut candy cups
1 cup milk chocolate chips 1 teaspoon vegetable shortening 1 cup broken pecans or walnuts In a medium microwave safe bowl, place the chips and shortening and microwave on HIGH (100%) for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes or until smooth when stirred. Stir in the nuts. Spoon heaping teaspoonfuls of the mixture into 1-inch paper candy cups or paper lined mini muffin cups, filling each cup half full....
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toffee pecan cream cheese brownies
4 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate 1 cup butter or margarine Cream Cheese Filling (below) 2 cups granulated sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 4 eggs 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1/2 cup English toffee bits (Skor, etc.) Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease bottom only of a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan with shortening. Melt chocolate and butter in 2-quart...
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cool whip delight
1/2 cup (1 stick) margarine 1 cup flour 1/3 cup chopped walnuts 3 cups milk 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons Cool Whip 1 cup powdered sugar 8 ounces cream cheese 2 or 3 packages instant lemon pudding Crust: Melt margarine; add flour and walnuts. Press into a 13 x 9-inch pan and bake at 350 degrees F for 15 minutes. Blend together Cool Whip, powdered sugar and cream cheese. Spread over cooled crust. Mix...
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blueberry sour cream coffee cake
1 (10-inch) Bundt pan 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter softened (plus 2 tablespoons for buttering the pan) 1/4 cup light brown sugar 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 1/4 cups or 12 ounces fresh (if possible, or frozen) blueberries (3/4 cup for each layer) 3 cups unbleached white flour (plus 1 tablespoon to toss with fresh blueberries) 1 1/2 cups...
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black and white pie
8 ounces miniature marshmallows 1 cup milk 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup whipped cream 2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, grated 1 graham cracker crust 1/2 cup ground nuts Put marshmallows and milk in top of double boiler. Heat until marshmallows are melted. Set aside to cool. When cool, stir in salt and vanilla extract. Reserving about 1 tablespoon of chocolate, fold...
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mexican layer casserole
Submitted to Recipe Goldmine by V. Cain, Ontario, Canada This is a family favorite! It’s so darn good! 1 can tomato sauce, divided 1 pound lean ground beef 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 small sweet onion, finely cut 1/2 package taco seasoning mix 1 1/2 cups canned corn, drained 6 to 8 medium/large potatoes, boiled and mashed with butter and milk 1 teaspoon paprika 1...
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Cran-Apple Chicken Bake
4 to 6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 4 to 6 scallions 1/2 cup dried sweetened cranberries 1/2 cup chopped dried apple 1 clove garlic very thinly sliced 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons water 1 teaspoon lemon juice 2 teaspoons butter Place chicken breasts in a 2-quart (or larger) crockpot. Add remaining ingredients in the order given, dotting evenly with the butter last. Cover and...
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sweet potato cheese ball
2 cups mashed sweet potatoes 8 ounces light cream cheese 1 1/2 tablespoons minced jalapeno pepper 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon Tabasco hot sauce 1 teaspoon Lawry season salt 1 teaspoon pepper sauce 1/4 cup minced onions 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans 1 teaspoon garlic salt 1 teaspoon granulated onion Let cheese come to room temperature. Boil sweet potatoes in jackets until...
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rosemary orange marmalade
Source: The Herbal Pantry 5 sprigs fresh rosemary 2 cups boiling water 4 or 5 oranges 3 cups granulated sugar 3 ounces liquid pectin Steep 1 sprig of rosemary in the boiling water for 30 minutes; discard the herb sprig. Peel the zest from the oranges, removing as little pith as possible; julienne thinly and place in a saucepan with water to cover. Simmer, covered, about 1/2 hour or until tender....
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chili pasta casserole
1 pound lean ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1 (15 ounce) can vegetarian chili with beans 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Italian style stewed tomatoes, undrained 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided 1/2 cup reduced fat sour cream 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 8 ounces cooked pasta Cook ground beef and onion...
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honey bun cake
1 (18.25 ounce) box yellow cake mix 8 ounces sour cream 4 eggs 2/3 cup vegetable oil Filling 1 cup brown sugar 3 teaspoons cinnamon 1 cup chopped pecans Glaze 2 cups confectioners’ sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 to 4 tablespoons water Combine cake mix, sour cream, eggs and oil. Blend thoroughly. Pour half of the batter into a 9 x 13-inch baking pan that has been coated with Pam. (If you...
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chocolate mousse tiara cake
Batter 1 (18.25 ounce) box Swiss chocolate cake mix 3 eggs 1 1/3 cups water 1/2 cup vegetable oil Mousse 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips 2 tablespoons water 1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed Batter: Grease Tiara pan, but do not flour. Add eggs, water and oil to cake mix, blending on low until moistened, then on medium for 2 minutes. Place 3 1/2 cups of batter in the pan (you’ll...
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eggnog cake
2 tablespoons butter, softened 1/2 cup whole almonds 1/2 cup candied cherries 1 (18.25 ounce) box yellow cake mix 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups commercially-prepared eggnog 1/4 cup melted butter 2 tablespoons rum or 1/4 teaspoon rum flavoring Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Generously grease a 10-inch tube or Bundt pan with 2 tablespoons softened butter. Press almonds and...
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mary ann mobley's fudge brownies
This is a favorite recipe of Mary Ann Mobley Collins, Miss Mississippi 1958 and Miss America 1959. 2 cups margarine 4 squares unsweetened chocolate 2 1/4 cups granulated sugar 5 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 3/4 cup sifted flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup nuts, coarsely chopped Melt margarine and chocolate together over hot water. Beat sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract together. Slowly...
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applesauce loaf cake
This recipe can be doubled or tripled. 1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce 1/2 cup lard 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup raisins 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 cups flour 1/2 cup black walnuts, chopped 1 heaping tablespoon cocoa powder Heat applesauce in large saucepan. Add lard. Stir until melted. Add raisins and...
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mary todd lincoln's vanilla-almond cake
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 cup butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 3/4 cups sifted cake flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 1/3 cups milk 1 cup almonds, finely chopped 6 egg whites, stiffly beaten White Frosting Cream together sugar, butter, and vanilla extract. Stir together the cake flour and baking powder; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk. Stir in almonds. Gently fold...
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southern cheese grits casserole
1 1/2 cups quick grits 6 cups boiling water 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter 3 eggs, beaten 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons seasoned salt 1 scant teaspoon hot red pepper sauce 1 pound shredded cheese Dash of paprika Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Cook grits in large saucepan in boiling water until thick. Mix in butter, eggs, salt, seasoned salt, pepper sauce and cheese. Pour into buttered 13 x 9 x...
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marble cheesecake
1 cup graham cracker crumbs 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 3 tablespoons margarine, melted 24 ounces cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 eggs 1 (1 ounce) square unsweetened chocolate, melted Combine crumbs, the 3 tablespoons sugar and margarine; press onto bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes. Combine cream cheese, the 3/4...
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creme brulee cheesecake
48 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 6 tablespoons low fat sour cream 6 eggs 3/4 cup heavy cream 3 cups vanilla wafer crumbs 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted 6 tablespoons brown sugar 4 teaspoons orange peel 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping) Boiling water (for baking) Strawberries, raspberries and blueberries (for garnish) Preheat oven to 325...
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mott's deliciously easy cake
Save a total of 746 calories and 86 grams of fat by substituting 1/3 cup of Mott’s Natural Apple Sauce for 1/3 cup of oil. Save 47 calories and 5 grams of fat per serving. Conventional cake mix Mott’s Natural Apple Sauce Egg whites Water 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour Select your flavor and brand of conventional cake mix. Spray desired size pan(s) with cooking spray. Prepare according...
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lavender jelly
Source: The Forgotten Art of Flower Cookery 2 1/4 cups bottled apple juice (the clearest you can find) 1 cup lavender flowers 3 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1/2 (4 ounce) bottle liquid pectin Place apple juice and lavender in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 15 minutes, then strain. Return 2 cups of this juice to the heat, add the sugar, and...
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mott's apple sauce brownies
You will save a total of 608 calories and 73 grams of fat by substituting 1/3 cup of Mott’s Natural Apple Sauce for 1/3 cup of oil. Save 34 calories and 4 grams of fat per serving. Conventional brownie mix Mott’s Natural Apple Sauce Water Eggs Select your flavor and brand of conventional brownie mix. Spray desired size pan(s) with cooking spray. Prepare according to package directions...
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Chesapeake Crab Strata
4 tablespoons butter or margarine 4 cups unseasoned croutons 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese 2 cups milk 8 eggs, beaten 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay
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Gingered Cantaloupe Pickles
This is best made with under-ripe cantaloupes found readily in chain groceries. 1/2 cup pickling lime 2 quarts water 2 small cantaloupes (about 3 1/2 pounds total) 5 cups granulated sugar 2 1/2 cups distilled white vinegar 1/3 cup minced crystallized ginger First Day Dissolve pickling lime in water, following directions on the package. Cut cantaloupe meat from the rind, and slice it into...
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country grits and sausage casserole
2 cups water 1/2 cup quick-cooking grits, uncooked 3 1/2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese 4 eggs, lightly beaten garnish) 1 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon dried whole thyme 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1 1/2 pounds mild bulk pork sausage, cooked, crumbled and drained Tomato wedges (for garnish) Fresh parsley sprigs (for garnish) Bring water to boil; stir in grits. Return to boil; reduce...
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biscuit mix
10 cups flour 1/3 cup baking powder 1 tablespoon salt 2 cups solid vegetable shortening Sift dry ingredients together in a large bowl. With two knives, a pastry blender, or food processor, add the shortening in spoonfuls and cut it in until the mixture is the texture of coarse cornmeal. If you are using a food processor, pulse it and watch closely. Keep mix stored in a tightly closed container. It...
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color vision cake
This recipe appeared in a story for 50th anniversary of boxed cake mixes. The Color Vision Cake, developed by the Betty Crocker kitchens, uses the fruit gelatin powder of your choice to create a vibrant color and flavor. Recipe from General Mills. 1 (18.25 ounce) package pudding-included white cake mix 3 tablespoons dry gelatin powder from small box fruit-flavored gelatin; reserve remaining...
