Nothing says comfort food like ‘smack you mama good’ cornbread. A form of this Southern staple has been on America’s table since the earliest of times, and the tradition continues today. Most good Southern cooks can make this with their eyes closed, and most will tell you the secret is to have a seasoned iron […]
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Secrets to good soup are slow caramelization of onions which brings out their natural sweetness and a good beef broth – homemade of course! There is nothing better than this, especially when the air gets crisp and the days get shorter. Ingredients: 3 large sweet yellow onions, peeled and thinly vertically sliced 3 large red
Put it in the skillet, mix it up, cook it, serve it, and eat it! Oh yum! Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter 5 medium potatoes, peeled, cooked, chopped, and cooled 1 large yellow onion, diced 6 slices bacon, cut into 1-1/2 inch slices, cooked, and drained 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste 1/2 teaspoon fresh
Just Delicious Country Skillet Breakfast Read Post »
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked rice 2 cups milk, divided 1/4 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup golden raisins (optional) 1 egg, beaten 1/3 cup white sugar 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions: Combine cooked rice, 1 1/2 cups milk, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir until thick and creamy,
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Ingredients: 1 box (6 oz) fruit pectin 3/4 cup water 1/2 tsp.baking soda 1-1/4 cups sugar, divided 1 cup light corn syrup 2 tsp.orange extract 5 drops each: red and yellow liquid food coloring Directions: Spray 9×5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray; set aside. Mix pectin, water and baking soda in medium saucepan (mixture will
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This is the recipe my mother, always used and we think it’s the best. It’s so moist! Ingredients: 3 cups granulated sugar 2 sticks butter, softened 6 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup sour cream 3 cups Wonder cake flour, sift before measuring 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt Directions: Cream together sugar and
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This decadent deep-dish lemon icebox-meringue is a masterpiece and it makes me drool. I’ve tasted it once and it is unforgettable. Try it and you’ll know what I mean – there’s a lot of love in every single bite! Old-fashioned Lemon Ice Box Pie – it’s a big, rich deep pie that all the others
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Easy to make and quick to disappear – oh my this is a keeper recipe! ENJOY !!! Ingredients: 10 slices Italian bread, or French bread, crust removed and cubed 8 oz. ham, cut into 1″ pieces, or to taste 4 cups grated cheddar cheese 3 tbsp. green onion tops, thinly sliced 6 eggs 1-1/2 cup
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Oh my goodness, I’ve never made this before and yes it’s a recipe I concocted myself with what I had in the pantry on a cold wintery night. I looked at a recipe and changed it to suit my taste. I used the mixed Buitoni Mixed Cheese Tortellini I also cooked my own Great Northern
Italian Sausage, Tortellini and Cabbage Soup Read Post »
Who couldn’t use a bit of luck of the Irish? Leprechauns are magical little creatures ready to share their tasty recipes for your St. Patrick Day’s celebrations. Don’t fret over the cheese as it’s readily available in most grocers and I’ve even found it at Wal-Mart. Here’s hoping that you and yours enjoy a blessed
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