recipes

chocolate Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup brown sugar1/4 cup sugar3.4 oz. package vanilla instant pudding mix2 large eggs1 tsp vanilla extract2 1/4 cups flour1 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp salt 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Spray cookie sheet with Pam.  Using a mixer, beat together butter and sugars until creamy. Add […]
chicken Chicken Salad 4 cups cooked, cubed chicken (3-4 breasts)2 1/2 cups large uncooked pasta shells, cook and drain2 cups red grapes1/4 cup sliced green onion2 cups diced celery2 cups diced red delicious apples1 small can crushed pineapple, drained wellMix all ingredients together in a large bowl.  Add 1 1/2 cups cashews and dressing.  Serves 18-20.Dressing:1 cup mayonnaise1 […]
cake Raspberry Supreme 1 white cake mix1 8 oz. pkg cream cheese, softened1 1/2 cups powdered sugar2 cups whipped cream1 (4.75 oz) box raspberry Danish dessert2 1/2 cups fresh raspberries (or 1 pkg frozen)Prepare cake mix as directed on package.  Pour into large cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.  Cool completely.  Beat cream cheese […]
bars Double Chocolate Brownies 3/4 cup butter4 oz. unsweetened chocolate2 cups sugar4 large eggs1 1/4 cups flour2 tsp vanilla1 cup chopped pecans1 bag (12 oz) chocolate chips (2 cups)Heat oven to 350 degrees.  Spray 9X13″ pan with non-stick cooking spray. In a large glass bowl, heat butter and chocolate in microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes; stir until smooth.  Let […]
breads Blueberry Muffins With Lemon Zest 2 eggs, beaten1 cup milk2/3 cup oil1/2 tsp vanilla1 tsp grated lemon rind, yellow part only (use a zester for best results)2 2/3 cup flour1 T baking powder1 1/2 tsp salt1/2 cup sugar (rounded)1 1/2 cups blueberries1/2 cup butter1/2 cup sugarWhip together eggs, milk, oil and vanilla.  Add lemon rind.  Add flour, baking powder, salt, […]
chicken Chicken Alfredo 1/4 cup butter1 cup heavy cream1 clove garlic1 1/2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese1/4 cup fresh parsleyshredded or cubed chickenMelt butter; add cream and simmer 5 minutes.  Add garlic and parmesan cheese and cook until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.  Stir in parsley and serve over chicken and pasta.  NOTE:  You can add […]
beef Stir-Fry Beef & Broccoli Marinate 1 lb beef strips in:4 T soy sauce2 cloves minced garlic2 T sherry wine or water2 tsp sugarStir fry beef in 2 T oil.  Remove from wok.  Stir fry broccoli until tender crisp.  Return beef to wok and add gravy thickening.  Heat through.  Serve over rice.Gravy thickening:1/4 cup water1 T cornstarch1 bouillon cube (beef […]
chinese Dave’s Lettuce Wraps lettuce leaves, washed and removed from head, but left whole (we like romaine best)2 T soy sauce2 T brown sugar1 c mushrooms, minced1-8 oz can bamboo shoots, minced1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced small1/2 cup green onions, minced1 8 oz can water chestnuts, mincedCook chicken in wok, remove and mince.  Mince bamboo shoots […]
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bars Swedish Raspberry Almond Bars 3/4 cup butter, softened 3/4 cup powdered sugar 1 1/2 cups flour 3/4 cup seedless raspberry jam 3 egg whites 6 T sugar 1/2 cup flaked coconut 1 cup sliced almonds, divided Additional powdered sugar  In a large bowl, cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.  Gradually add flour and mix well.  Press […]
breakfast Toasted Coconut Coffee Cake Topping:1/2 cup flour1 1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut1/2 cup brown sugar1 1/2 T cinnamon6 T butter, meltedCombine all ingredients and set aside.Make the batter:5 large egg yolks1/4 cup brown sugar1/3 cup sugar1 1/2 tsp vanillaBeat above ingredients until mixture is thick and a pale yellow color — about 2 minutes.  Mix in 3/4 cup softened […]
bars Toffee Bars 1 cup butter1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed1 tsp vanilla2 cups flour1 6 oz. pkg. chocolate chips1/2 cup nuts (opt)Cream butter, brown sugar and vanilla.  Add flour, chocolate chips, and nuts.  Spread in 9X13″ pan.  Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes.  Cut while still warm, then cool completely before eating.  To keep […]
breakfast Breakfast Cake 1 pkg yellow cake mix with pudding in the mix (or add 1 small instant vanilla pudding)4 eggs3/4 cup oil3/4 cup water or 7-Up1 tsp nutmegMix all together.  Beat on medium speed for 5 minutes (set your timer).  In another bowl mix:1/2 cup brown sugar1/2 cup chopped walnuts1 1/2 tsp cinnamonGrease and flour an angel food […]
recipes Potatoes Cut red potatoes into wedges.  Coat in olive oil; place on cookie sheet.  Sprinkle with seasonings (Old Bay, Mrs. Dash and basil.)  For a spicier potato use: McCormick Grill Mates Spicy Montreal Steak.  Divine!  Bake at 400 degrees for 30-45 minutes. Top all with Parmesan cheese.  NOTE:  Any combination of spices can be used. 
beef Ribs Place ribs in crock pot; season with seasoning salt and Italian seasoning; add a bit of worcestershire and balsamic vinegar.  Cover scantly with water and cook overnight or 6 hours.  Remove from crock pot and place on foil covered cookie sheet; spray with Pam.  Coat with favorite BBQ sauce and bake at 350-400 for about […]
candy Granny Goose Popcorn 1 cup sugar1 cup powdered sugar10 T milk (1/2 cup + 2 T)1 T butterpinch of saltcoloringStir until dissolved.  Boil 2 minutes.  Covers 3 quarts popcorn.
candy Sugar and Spice Popcorn 3 T butter2 T sugar1/4 tsp nutmeg1/2 tsp cinnamon2 quarts popped corn Melt butter; add sugar and spices.  Stir until sugar is dissolved.  Drizzle over popcorn and toss to mix well.
candy Munchies 1/2 box Corn Chex1/2 box Golden Grahams2 cups coconut1 pkg sliced almonds Syrup1 cup light Karo syrupa cup sugar3/4 cup butterBoil for 2 minutes.  Pour over cereal mixture.  Spread on cookie sheet to cool.  WARNING:  This is very addictive!
candy Caramel Corn Put in pan:  2 cups brown sugar2 sticks butter1 tsp salt1/2 cup corn syrupAdd:1 tsp baking soda1 tsp vanilla6 quarts of popcornMelt brown sugar, butter, and salt in pan.  Bring to a boil and stir for 5 minutes; turn to low heat and let cook by itself for 5 minutes.  Turn off heat and add baking […]
cake Chocolate Angel Food Dessert 1 T vanilla1 angel food cake12 oz chocolate chips4 eggs, separated4 T sugar1 pint whip creampecans9X13″ buttered dish.  Melt chocolate and set aside to cool.  Add sugar and egg yolks mixture and blend.  Add 1 T vanilla.  Whip cream; beat egg whites.  Fold into chocolate mixture and blend.  Tear up cake.  Reserve a cup or […]
jello Emerald Salad 1 lg pkg jello (lime, raspberry are my favs)1 lg can crushed pineapple (I like to whirl the pineapple in the blender first to make it more fine)Mix together and heat until jello is dissolved; about to the simmer stage.After jello has cooled, add:1 8 oz pkg cream cheese8 oz Cool Whip (or real whipped […]