*** Cross-posted at all the Lotsofkids blogs. *** It's New Year's Eve (at least in this part of the world). 2009 is almost gone and 2010 is standing before us. It was a difficult year for many people. Financial hardships and insecurity made the year a struggle for so many. That said, even though things were hard, the trials led so many back to focusing on what is important, such as family and...
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Crazy Holidays. I wonder, if we didn't manage to find time to post while the holidays were not in full swing then how will we ever post stuff during the month of december?Not to mention that we already posted all the beloved standards last year...But lets make a quick musical analogy. What do great composers do when they get bored or run into a creative block? What always brings a smile to the audience when 21st century composition is just too much effort (both to write and hear) and yet we've all...
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
I answered the phone yesterday to a question from a friend...Where's your turkey? She was wondering if I'd remembered to take it out of the freezer to defrost. Seems she'd just remembered that morning and it was a 28lb hunk of wonder so didn't know if it would be defrosted. It was then that I told her that I didn't have to worry about the turkey since my mom was cooking it. I also let her...
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
For our family Thanksgiving is all about the TURKEY. I've been cooking at least one whole turkey every year for the last 25 years or more, so it seems simple. But every year I hear people fretting about the fact they have to make THE turkey this year.Here are a few tips that I've picked up over the years.If you're buying a frozen turkey, be sure to give yourself enough time for it to defrost...
Monday, November 2, 2009
go to the freezer section.buy a bag of frozen chicken nuggets. (I personally prefer the dino shaped ones)follow the directions on the back.wait...no...So, this recipe is AMAZING! And it is super easy. Me and me roommates eat dinner together on sundays, and my roommate Megan offered to do it this past week. We were all a little skeptical because her idea of domestic is slapping some pre-made cookie...
Sunday, November 1, 2009
I had requested spider recipes, and Amy called and gave me a few suggestions, ( I think this was at the point when she couldn't post because she had forgotten her password or something....) Anyways, she suggested layer dip with olive spiders, and I decided to give it a try. I piped on sour cream to make the web and cut up jumbo black olives to look like the spiders. I think it turned out pretty...
Friday, October 30, 2009
This is a good chili… a nice gentle burn that sets in slowly, and a definite deep flavor to it.2 Yellow Onions Sauteed in Olive Oil2 Lbs Ground Meat (Pork & Beef combined, coarse grind is best) Browned28 Oz Crushed Tomatoes28 Oz Tomato Sauce12 Oz Tomato Paste15 Oz Beef Broth4 x 15 OZ Dark Red Kidney BeansHeaped TBSP Each ofCocoa Powder (Unsweetened)Ground CuminCayenne (Red Pepper)Garlic PowderCumin...
Thursday, October 15, 2009
I decided to use Melissa's French Dip recipe a couple of weeks ago, in response to her challenge (2 points). I just didn't upload pictures from my camera until now.I have never made French Dips before (5 points). And this is not a dessert (1 point). I did make a few changes to the recipe, basically because I had a roast in the freezer (from a quarter beef we bought a few months ago - food storage...
Sunday, October 4, 2009
By request:5 qts tomatoes, peeled and chopped2 lg green tomatoes, chopped10 jalepeno peppers, chopped2 cloves garlic, diced6 onions, chopped2 cups celery (about 1/2 stalk), chopped1/4 cup saltscant1/4 cup honey (it says 3 Tbls, but I just usually dump in about 1/4 cup)2 green peppers, chopped1-2 cans tomato paste to thicken it up, if desired (I add 1 or 2, and it's still pretty thin.)Tomatoes- wash them, and then put them in a pot of boiling water until the skins crack a little. Take them out, let...
Every Christmas, growing up, we enjoyed this wonderful taco dip on Christmas Eve. My aunt, Teri Kukachka, made it, and she spread it in a Santa-shaped platter. I don't have a Santa-shaped platter, so I put it in a Christmas tree-shaped platter. I'd say it is about a 12"x8" size. 8 oz cream cheese, softened8 oz sour cream8 oz guacamole or avacado dip (use store-bought or make your own)Lowry's Seasoning (garlic, salt & pepper)Cream these ingredients and spread on platter.taco sauce or salsa...
Saturday, October 3, 2009
I saw this in Taste of Home. Disclaimer, I have not tried it. But, I do know the recipe portion of it quite well. This is really just a creative idea to do with the recipe. I figured Nancy could maybe use it.Make guacamole. (We all know mom's, right? Is it on here somewhere?)Put it in a round pan or plate.Put some sour cream in a plastic bag, cut the corner, and pipe circles around the guacamole. Run a toothpick from the center out, to give it a web design.Take some colossal olives. Pipe two small...
I promised Tom chicken and dumplings for dinner tonight, and found myself without Bisquick. I remembered seeing a recipe for my own mix on hillbillyhousewife. I decided to give it a try. It passed. The texture of the dumplings were slightly smoother, which I liked better. And, they did cook a few minutes faster than usual. No biggie, there. Considering what we saved on with this recipe, it's a keeper. (She has a bunch of other convenience food recipe, which I haven't tried, but probably will now.)White...
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Nutritious soup and easy to prepare.Ingredients2 mangoes3 tablespoons ground flax seeds½ teaspoon chili pepper (berbere)2 cups water1 tablespoon rum (or more)4 ice cubes2 tablespoons cream cheese (optional)Preparation1st Step: Lightly roast the flax seeds and grind it;2nd Step: Peel and cut the mangoes into small pieces;3rd Step: Combine the mango, flax, chili pepper, water and ice cubes in a blender or food processor;4th Step: Add rum and blend it well.5th Step: Place the soup in bowls with ½ tablespoon...
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Grandma Burnham is now on. I put on her first post. I made these yesterday and they are wonderful. - Mom 1 cup whole wheat flour1/2 t baking soda1/2 t cinnamon1/2 t nutmeg1/4 salt1/2 c brown sugar1/4 c softened butter or veg. oil1 c (2-3 whole) mashed bananas1/4 c unsweetened applesauce1/2 tsp orange zest (or more)1/2 t vanilla1 egg1/4 chopped walnuts Prepare as ususal.Bake 25 min at 350....
Okay, so you know the recipe for fake oreos. Make those.Then dye your frosting red. Use it to draw little black widow markings on your sandwich cookies. Chocolate chips for the eyes, and chocolate dipped pretzel sticks for the legs. Or you could use black licorice if you wanted to ruin perfectly good cooki...
alright, I am enjoying the recipes people are coming up with, and getting all sorts of ideas for fun and exciting challenges (how about : only recipes you invent yourself, imagine the possibilities!) But Halloween is approaching, and other more significant celebrations that follow shortly after. So there is this party coming up, Halloween themed and with a circle of friends that have a whole lot of inside jokes. What I need are dishes (healthy and not) involving spiders. Spider looking, spider...
This is a German breakfast that my roommate Tia used to make for us in the German house. Its pretty simple-but for some reason, tasted amazing.You take a couple pieces of bread (preferably wheat) and cut them into 1 inch squares. In a fry pan, heat up a little bit of olive oil. Add some pepper to it, and then throw in the bread. Pan fry it until the bread is toasted. In another pan, at the same time, make scrambled eggs. Serve both hot, with ketchup and orange juice. I know it sounds weird,...
I know Nancy posted our usual recipe for this, but I learned a trick in college from my roommate Kim. This makes green bean casserole absolutely amazing- even Brody will eat it this way. I made it the other night and there were no leftovers. Here's my secret:Use the same recipe that Nancy posted, but add 1 dollop of miracle whip and 2-3 dollops of sour cream to the cream of soup before you mix it with the green beans. Thats for one of mom's oval casserole dishes, so for a 13x9, I'd at least double...
Friday, September 25, 2009
Here it goes:2 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 jar salsa1 can rotel1 can shoestring corn1 can yello corn2 cans black beans1 can olivesSpray your crockpot with PAM first, trust me. Then put the chicken breasts in and cover with the jar of salsa and can of Rotel (undrained). Cook for 2 hours on high if not frozen, 4 hours if they are still frozen. After they're done cooking, remove and shred. To the crockpot add the corn and beans (drained and rinsed) and the can of olives (drained). Add the...
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
The ingredients and steps are simple. But getting it just right... a little trickier.2 Cups Graham Cracker Crumbs5 Tablespoons Melted ButterMake the crust, press it in a 9" springform pan.Filling:3 8z Pkgs Cream Cheese1 C White Sugar5 EggsBest if you beat these together with a paddle not a beater, because air is bad (makes cracks). Also, don't go adding a lot of the liquid (in this case the eggs) until you have the cheese beat smooth. It's almost impossible to get lumps out of anything once you...
This is an invention of yours truly, with a little help from mom. This summer, I did the linger longer food every week for the singles branch. I wanted to make this salad stuff I had at some random baby shower in Worthington, but it was in cute little pastry cups, which i could not afford for the linger longer. so it got all twisted around and made into BLT Pizza!!You need:Cresecent RollsSour CreamCream CheeseLettuceTomatoBaconOkay, its like vegetable pizza, where you take pillsbury crescent rolls...
Sunday, September 20, 2009
I made a most lovely salad this summer for movie night at my friend Becca's house. It was the first original recipe I have made, I think. I used Merle's salad with the mandarin oranges and almonds as a basis for thinking of the ingredients, and then found my own combination. It was extremely easy, and I got so many compliments, I have made it a few times now. Spring Greens bagged lettuce (no, not iceburg - this texture is important to the berries, plus it is healthier by far)1 Pint Raspberries or...
Nancy's salad post reminded me that nobody has posted Cookie Salad yet. This isn't dessert, no way! It has been served on the table with the meal every time I have eaten it, so it can't be dessert. Besides, it has fruit in it, so it is healthy. Instant PuddingWhipped CreamBananasMandarin Oranges (optional)Keebler Fudge-Striped CookiesMini Marshmallows (optional)To start, make some instant pudding. I like vanilla. Do as many servings as you have people who are going to eat it. Stir in a container...
Saturday, September 19, 2009
In a shameless attempt at garnering more points and further procrastinating my paper, I am posting the vinaigrette for the preceeding salad as a seperate recipe.In my defense, lest you judge to harshly, it applies to much more than this salad, and has so many possible variations that it was a cumbersome addition to the salad post.You really need to know one major principle in the making of any vinaigrette. Are you ready? Its a ratio. 2:1.Tough, right?That's 2 parts oil for one part vinegar. This...
I am avoiding a paper, and by doing such, noticed that other's neglect gives me ample opportunity to win this particular challenge.So let's talk salad for a moment. An important pronciple I learned from the French is that salad does not always mean lettuce and dressing. In fact, since salad really just refers to the blending of various fresh things, it doesn't even necesarily have to refer to vegetables at all, meaning fruit salad could simply be referred to as salad, and if you wanted to, say,...
Another one shamelessly stolen from John Kline. I hope he doesn't mind me using his recipes here, but I justify it thusly: 1. I've credited him with them. 2. I've voted for him.This is the quick way to make pumpkin bread: Mix 1 can of canned pumpkin, 1 tsp of Allspice, 2 eggs, 1/3 cup of milk, and a package of pound cake mix from the store. Bake 1 hour in a loaf pan (greased/floured) at 350 degrees. I've only tried it with pumpkin, but I bet it would work with banana too. Although I would...
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
This vegetable sauce is a practical dish for vegetarians, vegans and for those who observe Lent. Ingredients:2 medium tomatoes1 onion2 carrots (peeled)1 red bell pepper8 oz can tomato sauce1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato or tomato paste3 stalks celery2 stalk green onion/scallion1teaspoon basil (minced)1 teaspoon garlic powder or minced garlic cloves4 bay leaves3 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil or vegetable oil1 teaspoon red chili pepper (berbere)1 teaspoon paprika Salt and black pepper to tastePreparation:1st...
Monday, September 7, 2009
So in response to my own challenge, I offer this new recipe that I created all by myself, based in principles I learned from a woman named Solange and a cookbook I received from a very attractive man named Jean-Charles. (Note here, I listened to these people particularly, because French women frighten me just a little and because attractive French men are a rarity to be savored. I'm just sayin'.)The recipe came up because I was in need of an accompaniment cd, so I cohersed my very busy friend Bryan...
I was just noticing in the tags that we seem to have a weight issue, and I mean that on so many levels. Go ahead, look at it, and see if you can notice the problem.........That's right, there are 44 desserts, and the other sections barely even acheive half that.Unbalanced, for sure.Now, to be fair, I have, I am sure, contributed to the problem, and in addition, it seems like a reasonable thing to have more recipes for the things we like to eat and create. But why don't we see if we can't step it...
Picked this one up when we went to Nauvoo for the big family reunion. It's from Sister Prince, I believe she was one of the missionaries there. Everyone loved the fresh bread at the family living center. But I haven't tried recreating it yet.5 Cups Hot Water1/2 Cup Potato Flakes1/2 Cup Sugar1 Cup Powdered Milk1 1/2 T. Salt1/2 C Oil or Shortening2 T Yeast10-14 Cups FlourCombine hot water, shortening, potato flakes, powdered milk, and sugar. Stir to dissolve shortening. WHen temperature is tepid,...
Okay, this doesn't really taste fried to me. But I like the parmesan/italian breading, and it keeps chicken breasts moist if you want to bake them. We have to double the recipe. It comes from our U.S. Congressman, John Kline. I've worked on his campaigns, and he used to hand out these recipes to his constituents, as sort of calling cards.6 Chicken Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Patted DryMix together2/3 C Dry Breadcrumbs1/3 C Parmesan Cheese1/2 T Garlic Salt Pour 1/4 C Italian dressing in...
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Alright, Mubba. Here's my contribution to your chocolate cult meeting. One of the boys discovered this recipe a couple of weeks ago, and I'm afraid I made a decent contribution to the consumption of them.2 C Butter3 C White Sugar4 Eggs1 Tbsp +1 Tsp Vanilla4 C Flour1-1/3 C Cocoa Powder1-1/2 Tsp Soda1/2 Tsp Salt4 C Chocolate ChipsCookie mixing is standard procedure. Baking is too - 8-10 min @ 3...
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Several Small Bags of Nacho Cheese Doritos (1 for each person)Shredded lettucetaco meatsour creamsalsashredded cheeseCrunch the doritos inside the bag and then open it. Add which ever of the other ingredients that suits your fancy. Eat with a fork (or spoon if you enjoy a challenge) straight out of the bag. These are great for big groups because they don't make much mess- you don't have to worry about balancing a plate and the what not. I hadn't ever tried these until this summer. Occasionally...
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Dug this one up for family home evening. Sicky-sweet and peanut butter, only a child could like it.1-1/4 Cups Powdered Sugar1-1/4 Cups Powdered Milk1 Cup Corn Syrup1 Cup Peanut Butter.Mix.Vaguely reminiscent of actual peanut butter cookie dough, just similar enough to be disappointing when you realize that it is realy just peanut-butter-flavored-diabetes-in-a-bo...
Monday, August 17, 2009
This is my daily salad dressing.Ingredients:½ cup lemon juice ½ cup olive oil1 teaspoon garlic powder1½ teaspoon dried Parsley1¼ teaspoon dried basil½ teaspoon black pepper½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon Honey or½ teaspoon Dijon mustardPreparation: 1st step: Squeeze the lemons;2nd Step: In a large container or dip bowl, mix together the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, parsley. basil, black pepper, salt, and honey or Dijon mustard;3rd Step: Mix vigorously until well blended, pour in a...
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Personally, I think the new year doesn't happen until you actually consume an entire container of french onion dip and ruffles potatoe chips.And you have to get the ruffles with ridges. Because the ridges hold more of the onion dip goodness and stay crunchy. If you get the non ridgy kind then the chips get soggy between the dip and your mouth.Its easy.1 container of sour cream1 packet of lipton french onion soupmix it up. well. don't let any pockets of spice collect up, and make sure to scrape the...
Ah the Thanksgiving staple. I'm surprised you requested this, aren't you the one that refuses to allow it on the table? It was always my job to get this one going, probably because I would generally be the one to consume half the pan. Between this and mashed potatoes, I didn't eat a whole lot else on thanksgiving.For the record, the green beans really should be the french cut ones. The others work, but they don't quite bake into the sauce the same way.four normal sized cans of french cut green beans2...
Seriously, you didn't know this one by heart? Come on, I remember a time in Warroad when Aaron made these at least weekly. And then I made them for the seminary open house last year, and again they were a hit. There was a time we could whip these up in less time than it took for the toyota to drive from the library to 306 virginia street....But you do need a food processor... (Ok, remember the Christmas of the food processor? I know you all have one. Well, Emma and I don't, but that just means you...
Seriously, you know how at a restaurant the butter and the syrup sort of melt together and there is this hint of melty goodness that sits on top and you wish all of your syrup could taste like that first bite?This is that syrup.1 cube butter1/2 cup buttermilk3/4 cup sugarBoil it together, then once it boils, remove it from the heat. Add:1 tsp vanilla1 tsp baking sodaYummmmmmmmm...
I have been working on this for a few weeks now. It started with an Alton Brown episode, and then a Paula Dean Recipe, and I just started to manipulate it to be all my own! (I'm very proud of this, and frankly, its really good.)Noodles (I prefer stuff called campagnolle, it sticks to the cheese nicely. Shells work pretty well too, but its not as much fun to say as campagnolle. Come on, you know you want to say it out loud. Campagnolle!)FlourButter/MargarineOnion, cut up tinyMilk (or cream if you...
This is one I came up with for our Sunday Night Scrabble games. It is cheap and fast and conforms to most thing I always have around the house.Frozen Mixed VeggiesRamen NoodlesEggsChickenI'm poor, so I don't often actually use chicken, but if you have to feed protein to children, or to grandpa, then cut up a few chicken breasts into bite size chunks and cook them up in olive oil. Leave them and their grease in the pan while you continue to the next steps.Start with the veggies and some water in...
Make a pan of 13x9 brownies. Just before they're done, sprinkle marshmallows on top and continue baking until the marshmallows are toasty brown. Let them cool (mostly) and frost with chocolate icing.Here's the stories:I remember when we were bringing these to a ward/branch function and the pan was sitting uncovered on the padded console between the front seats in the Toyota. Dad was getting overly excited as he was driving and put his elbow into the pan of them. We got to eat them all ourselves,...
Aaron requested this recipe be put up, so here it is. It is a favorite holiday appetizer, as long as it is made right. An example of making it wrong is making it with Oscar Meyer salami instead of deli salami. We learned by experience that this does not work. So, when the grocery store is out of deli salami, find another grocery store. Ingredients:Salami or Cotto Salami circlesSmall pickles or pickle spears, the same length as the diameter of the salamiCream CheeseToothpicksSlather cream cheese...
In the interest of closing last month's little competition, I declare myself the winner.Okay, in fairness Jessica posted 12 recipes, and I only posted 11. But one of Jessica's is a repeat from earlier (Divinity).Melissa posted seven, but I disqualify two because she hasn't made them (this is me making up the rules after the fact, a process you should all be well acquainted with by now given our shared childhood experience). However, I added two points because she did post two pictures.Then, just...
Saturday, August 1, 2009
This is how Tom prefers his birthday cake, and I suspect it is how Aaron would like one, too.Springform panTwo kinds of ice cream that work togetherCookieschocolate sauce (or, another kind if chocolate doesn't work with the ice cream)Cool-whipSoften one kind of ice cream. Line the springform pan with plastic wrap. Fill the bottom of the pan with ice cream. Be sure you push it into the edges. Freeze again.Crush the cookies. Soften the next thing of ice cream. Take the cake out and put a layer of...
Friday, July 24, 2009
Yeah, right, like I can actually make this like Mom's. I can put the recipe here, but I have yet to meet anyone who can duplicate it just right.2 1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup light corn syrup2 egg whites1 tsp vanillaIn 2 quart saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, 1/4 tsp salt and 1/2 cup water. Cook to hard ball stage (260 degrees) stirring only till sugar dissolves. Meanwhile, beat egg whites to stiff peaks. Gradually pour syrup over egg whites, beating at high speed on electric mixer. Add vanilla and...
No one story would work for this one.2 cups sugar1 cup light corn syrup1 1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp oil of peppermint7 drops green food coloringCombine sugar, syrup, salt, and 1 1/2 cups water in 2 quart saucepan. Cook slowly, stirring until sugar dissolves. Cook to hard ball stage (260 degrees) without stirring. Remove from heat; stir in remaining ingredients. Pour into buttered pan. Cook till comfortable to handle. Butter hands; gather taffy into a ball and pull. When candy is light in color and gets...
Middlebro is a little town in southern Manitoba, not far across the border on hway 12 (312 in the US) from Warroad, Minnesota. To people in southern climates, like Fargo or Minneapolis or Denver, the US/Canada border is something real and political. To natives of Warroad and Middlebro, the border station is an inconvenient annoyance; a place you have to stop on the way to visit relatives because some city yokel in Washington DC (or Ottawa) decreed it. Middlebro has a church, a couple of businesses,...
This is the best pizza dough recipe I've found.1 package active dry yeast1 cup warm water1/2 teaspoon of salt2 teaspoons olive oil2 1/2 to 3 1/2 cups of all-purpose four1 Tablespoon cornmealDissolve yeast in warm water. Add salt, olive oill and 2 1/2 cups flour. Mix together. Add remaining flour 1/2 cup at a time until it clings to the side of the bowl. Knead.Cover and let rise for about 1 hour, until doubled in bulk.Push down. Brush 14 inch pan with oil and sprinkle with cornmeal. Press dough into...
flour tortillascooking spraycinnamon and sugar mixturePreheat oven to 425. Spray the tortillas with spray. Sprinkle liberally with cinnamon and sugar. Cut into wedges. Bake in the oven until crisp. These make a good after school snack. The place I got them from suggested using chopped up fruit as a "salsa" for them. I haven't done that yet, but sounds go...
Baking apples1/2 cup butter1 1/2 cup brown sugarcinnamonSlice and peel the apples, and put them in a crockpot. Slice the butter on top. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon. Cook on low for 8ish hours, or high for less than that. You do have to stir this! The apples will get all mushy and yummy and will produce a lot of juice. They taste a lot like Mom's baked apples.Put on top of vanilla ice cream with a dollop of cool whip. Or, serve it however you want, but that is what we make it f...
11 recipes, one picture. We'll work on the pictures thing. But you's'all gonna hafta run t'catch up.By the way, I also spent some time putting labels on our recipes as per (Jessica's) suggestion, and I added a label gadget on the right so you can now see our recipes by category, hopefully making our site more useable...
These are a favorite. We often make them for school teachers as a thank-you at the end of the year.9 cups Chex1 Cup Chocolate Chips1/2 Cup Peanut Butter1/4 Cup Butter1 Tsp Vanilla1-1/2 Cups Powdered SugarStir together Choc Chips, Peanut Butter and Butter and microwave on high 1 minute. Stir, microwave and stir in 30 second intervals until smooth. Stir in vanilla, pour over cereal and try to stir without crushing. Pour mix in to 2-gallon ziploc. Put powdered sugar in ziploc and shake. Spread out...
We love these in our house - in fact, Tristin went so far as to figure out how to make Wonton Wrappers from scratch one day so that we could have these:40 Wonton Wrappers2/3 Lb Ground Pork1 Cup Chinese Cabbage - Minced2 Green Onions - Minced1 Egg1 Tbsp Light Soy SauceDash of SaltHot Chili Oil (to taste)1/2 Cup Peanut Oil1 Cup WaterCombine Pork, Cabbage, onion, egg, soy sauce, chili oil in large bowl, mix well.Lay out won ton skins on dry surface, put 1 tsp filling on each. wet outer edge of won...
We got these ideas from a cooking shows, and it has become a regular standard in my house. My office at work has pictures of each of my children making them. They're very simple:2 sticks of butter1 Cup of SugarCream together wellAdd 1 Tbsp Milk, 1 egg, mixMix together:3 Cups of Flour1/4 Tsp Salt3/4 Tsp Baking Powder.Add slowly to wet ingredientsRefrigerateUse a sifter to sprinkle powdered sugar on your rolling surface, then roll out the dough. Using powdered sugar instead of flour for rolling means...
Grandma Burnham's wedding cake decorating capabilities are nationally known. She creates the finest wedding cakes using all kinds of tricks (a couple that I can remember are that she sifts the cake mixes themselves if she is working from a mix, and she uses jams to hold layers together, combining interesting flavors like raspberry jam with chocolate cakes, apricot with vanilla, etc.). She freezes her cakes to make them easier to frost. Then the artist goes to work with the frosting:1 Tsp Clear Vanilla2...
A necessary addition to the family cookbook, this was a standard when Mom and Dad went to a fancy party when we were kids. We got the leftovers, which was often best because we got to tear up the bread bowl.1 - 10 oz package Frozen Spinach1/2 Pint Sour Cream (approx.)3/4 Tsp Salt1/8 Tsp White Pepper1/8 Tsp Finely Chopped Onion1/8 Tsp Worcestershiire Sauce4 drops hot sauce (optinoal)Cook spinach according to directions. Drain, the cool by running cold water over it in a colander (makes the color...
From my childhood, this dessert was a favorite. I picked it up out of a kids' cookbook, and have made it many times.26 Chocolate Wafers (or Oreo Crumbs, no filling)1/4 Cup Butter/Margarine8 ozs Sour Cream1 Package (4-serving) instant chocolate pudding1-1/4 Cups of Milk21 Oz Cherry Pie FillingCrush the wafers and reserve 2 TablespoonsMix the rest of the wafers with the melted butterSpread the crushed buttered wafers in an 8x8 panRefrigerateMix the sour cream, pudding mix, and milk. Use a mixer. Spread...
We have always believed in accepting truth regardless of its source, and one of the enormous benefits I have had by my association with Minnesota Lutherans has come in the form of food. When called upon to provide a side dish for a ward dinner, I went straight to the House of Hope cookbook for a recipe. This one has become (with some small alterations) a standard for Easter in my house.2 Cans Cream of Chicken Soup4 Cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese24 Ozs Sour Cream2 Tsp Salt1 Cup Melted Margarine4 Lbs...
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1 tablespoon canola oil3 tablespoons apricot preserves2 tablespoons orange juice4 teaspoons honey Directions: In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 7-9 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 170°. Combine the preserves, orange juice and honey; pour...
Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 carton (8 ounces) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese1 tablespoon butterSalt to taste6 bacon strips Directions: Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. Spread 3 tablespoons cream cheese over each. Dot with butter and sprinkle with salt; roll up. Wrap each with bacon strip. Place,...
Baby greens- meaning spinach, red leaf lettuce, etc.Chopped broccoli and cauliflower- chop it really smallcroutonssunflower seedschunked deli turkey (about a 1/4 inch slice)craisinsKraft Asian toasted sesame dressingThe raw cauliflower and broccoli sound a little weird- but with the dressing, they're quite good. Don't mix the dressing in with the salad- the salad keeps really well for a day or two, but not if you've already added the dressi...
1/2 cup margarine1 1/2 cups peanut butter1 cup 2 tbsp brown sugar1 cup white sugar1/4 tsp baking soda3/4 tsp vanilla3 eggs4 1/2 cups oats1/2 cup flour3/4 cup chocolate chips3/4 m and ms (I really love using dark peanut m and ms, but whatever floats your boat)Cream together all of the ingredients in the top section. Then add the flour. Then add the oats. Then the chocolate stuffs. Bake at 350 for 12 minutes. These freeze really really well. And a doubled recipe of this does not fit in my kitchen...
Lots of Chicken Tenders or cut up boneless skinless chickenStorehouse potato flakesa couple of eggs, depending on how much you want to makea good frying panoil, and/or fresh bacon greaseHeat up oil in the pan, on medium high. Set up a cookie sheet with paper towels on one counter. On another counter, next to the pan, line up bowls with potato flakes and eggs. Beat the eggs. I used four eggs when I did a whole huge bag of chicken, just to give you an idea. Cover each piece of chicken in the...
1 box Lasagna NoodlesMashed potatoesCheeseBacon1 OnionIf you have left over mashed potatoes, that will work fine. If you plan on making the mashed potatoes for this, make sure to throw a few cloves of garlic into the boiling potatoes and add sour cream, cream cheese and butter to the potatoes as you're mashing them.Boil lasagna noodles. Spray casserole pan. Sautee the onion in a little bit of olive oil. Layer noodles, mashed potatoes, onion and cheese. Try to do this twice. Then cover it all...
Saturday, July 4, 2009
We made these today for the Fourth of July celebration. Mom asked Jesse what we should call them, and he said "ice cream cone brownies with ice cream and sprinkles". I'm thinking we could come up with something a bit shorter.They were a big hit. I wish I had taken a picture of a completed one. They are pretty, too.ice cream cones (the ones with flat bottoms. What are they called???)brownie mix (plus whatever you need to make brownie mix)chocolate ice creamsprinklesMix brownies according to directions....
Friday, July 3, 2009
Not an edible recipe, but, it is scribbled on a piece of paper, and I need to get it recorded somewhere else so I don't lose it. 1/2 cup liquid starch3/4 cup glue (ie- elmer's white glue)Mix the glue into the starch, first in a cup, then finish mixing it in on wax paper. Let sit for 20 mins.This is fun for kids to play with, and surprisingly not messy. It will stain if you color it and let is sit on a fabric, though. It reminds me of sitting on Grandma Earl's swing and playing with magic sand...
You may think that tractors is Tom's greatest love (well, besides me). But, no, this one tops even that.First of all- the bread recipe:1 C scalded milk1/4 c wesson oil1 T yeast1/2 cup warm water1/2 cup sugar1 1/2 t salt1 eggflour (you know, enough to make it right)1 T gluten (it says optional, but this is what really makes the dough nice and chewy)Combine water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand while you heat milk for 1 min in microwave or over stove. In a seperate bowl, stir egg, oil, and salt goether....
1 pre-made pie crust (or, you can make your own, but I find that the roll-outs work well in this kind of dish where the crust isn't the main event)1 C fresh spinach1 C cooked and diced/shredded chicken1 C parmesan cheese1 C Swiss cheese1 C diced ham1/4 c yellow onionBake pie crust at 350 for 10 mins. Remove and allow to cool. Mix spinach, chicken, cheese, ham and onion together and put in crust.Whip together: 2 eggs, 3/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup milk.Pour over ingredients in crust. (It will be...
When Chris shows up with these, crowds go wild. She always saves a few for Tom and I, because we are so busy chasing kids, or not there. Sometimes, they'll have a get together on a Saturday, and Tom will be working, so we don't go. We'll go on Sunday, and there is a little plate of turnovers set aside for us. Now, that's love. They do produce the filling in mass in the fall and freeze it. Then, you just have to whip out the crust and enjoy year round.Filling:5 C sliced apples1 C white sugar1/3 C...
Also from the Baks, I don't think (after my experiences in China) that this is really 'Szechuan'. Most of the Szechuan food was laden with very hot peppers and dark sauces.But it is good.Chicken Breast, CubedFry with Hawaiian Teriyaki Sauce (from previous post) and a tiny bit of sesamee oilCarrots, slicedRed Pepper, little stripsOnion, little stripsCeleryGreen OnionZucchini or BroccoliHawaiian Teriyaki SauceSesamee OilCorn StarchChicken BrothCook Chicken with Hawaiian Teriyaki Sauce. Remove from...
We have some friends, Debbie and Scott Bak, who served in the Lao Branch here in the Twin Cities. The Lao Branch is known for its annual egg roll fundraiser. Scott invited me over to learn to make them one day:Package of Spring Home TYJ Spring Roll Pastry (This is the brand they use)Filling:Cellophane Noodles - Prepare according to PackageGround Pork, Browned and DrainedWhite & Purple Onions, choppedCarrots, ChoppedCabbage, ChoppedHawaiian Teriyaki Sauce (See previous recipe)Pepper (Ground)Beaten...
Better than a picture of the food - this is a copy of Grandma Pratt's handwritten recipe. On Grandpa Pratt's Suzy's Zoo Recipe Cards. I had them write this down for me when I was very young, laminated it with contact paper, and somehow it has survived many years. If I remember right, at least one of the two versions (it has a medium and a large) doesn't work well, so I welcome comments to tweak it......
Thursday, July 2, 2009
This is a VERY easy recipe, makes a lot, is tasty and can be served many different ways.*cross posted from my personal blog*Easy Peasy Red Beans and Rice - crock pot style2lbs dry kidney beans2 cups brown rice8 - 12 chicken bouillon cubesgarlic powderonion powder3-4 bay leavesSoak your beans over night or do a quick sock (as described on the back of the package). Dump in your 6 qt crock pot and...
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Sorry, no pictures. I thought about it, but then these got gobbled up, so it didn't happen.Layer Cake:Very basic, but a fun spin on plain old cake.Cake mix (plus whatever is needed to make said cake)Chocolate puddingTopping of choiceMake the cake and cool it completely. Frost the cake with pudding. Top with fruit, chopped up candy bars, nuts, cool whip, etc. Last time, we did yellow cake, chocolate pudding, and strawberries. Pat Horton is the one who introduced me to frosting a cake with pudding,...
Saturday, June 20, 2009
I found this recipe & wanted to adapt it to try with my kitchen aid stand mixer. I also had some white flour I needed to use. AND I never make just one loaf of bread, so I wanted to double the recipe. This is what I came up with and it's officially a WINNER in this house. It was very tasty!Christina's Honey Half Wheat BreadINGREDIENTS:3 cups unbleached white flour4-5 cups whole wheat flour4...
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
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Spicy Peas Powder Stew (Yeater Shiro Wot) is a healthy dish for all served with Injera (Ethiopian flat bread). Low-fat sour cream as a side dish makes it delicious.Ingredients:½ cup spiced peas powder 1 ½ tablespoon chili pepper powder -Berbere (if spiced peas are not available1 red onion (finely chopped)4 or 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or vegetable oil3 cups or more water½ teaspoon garlic powder¼ teaspoon cardamom powder (Korerima)*Salt and black pepper to taste 1 cup low-fat sour creamPreparation:1st...
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Over the past few weeks, the food blogsphere has been buzzing about rainbow cakes. All because of this post. To tell you the truth, I hadn't heard of them until someone linked that blog entry on the LOK Household forum. The idea of a color cake certainly piqued my interest. With a combined birthday coming up in July, I thought I might give it a try. My problem was that the author (as well as...
Monday, June 8, 2009
I am going to be trying a little experiment with my menu planning style. For this month (and into the next I guess) I am going to make a two week basic menu (and their will be repeats, trust me) and we'll just repeat for the second half of the month. I know, people have said to do things like this before, but I'm slow at catching on LOL!I loath making a menu every week, after doing the same...
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
I value healthy eating, but I also value my sanity :). As a mommy of five precious little bundles, managing the home and homeschooling, I am left with very little mental energy to really think about much else, like cooking! I have little unwritten rules to make my life easier, one of which is making dinner prep no more than 15 minutes long. Any longer and it's not a practical meal for me...
Sunday, May 31, 2009
June starts tomorrow!Ok folks, we're losing it again. I am the first culprit, since I haven't posted a recipe in quite a long time. But here comes another month, and with it a chance to revive our statistics! So I propose a bit of a challenge. let's make June a photo blog month. Instead of posting the actual recipe, post a photo of your dinner. Heck, even if its a photo of a dinner you ordered at a restaurant, or even if it's one that your child created/invented. Maybe you could even post...
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
This one doesn't belong in this theme, but hey, it's yummy. I meant to post it last month, but didn't get the recipe.Equal parts:soy sauce7-upvegetable/corn oilMix together and pour over meat. (Turkey roast sliced up is really good, as is chicken.)Let sit in the fridge overnight, or as long as you can. (It is best overnight, but it's okay if you get it marinading in the morning, too.)Grill.It's really good served with garlic green beans:fresh green beansolive oilseveral garlic cloves, mincedSaute...
Monday, May 25, 2009
Fish is my favorite dish. I started preparing, serving and eating fish steak tartar over 25 years ago when I was in Senegal (West Africa) where fish was very fresh, direct from Atlantic Ocean. Fish Steak Tartar is a delicious appetizer dish.Ingredients:2 lb tuna or salmon or halibut (fresh, top quality fish like in a sushi restaurant)2½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil1 tablespoon shallot or red onion (finely chopped)1 tablespoon awaze (mild red chili pepper paste)**1 lemon or lime1 hot green...
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