Recipes

Recipe of the Day: Beef Stew

This is one of those recipes that was handed down from my grandmother to my mother. But I really learned how do it better from a woman whose children I used to babysit. I know most bloggers post much fancier type foods, more ethnic cuisines, or fusion, or Julia Child French recipes. But mine isContinue reading “Recipe of the Day: Beef Stew”

Recipe of the Day: Cheeseburger Meatballs with Fry Sauce

I decided to share these, although they are not my own creation or a history of having them in my life, but the first time I tried them I thought I had died and gone to heaven. I love tator tots with fry sauce and these meatballs are like an upgrade to those. Cheeseburger MeatballsContinue reading “Recipe of the Day: Cheeseburger Meatballs with Fry Sauce”

Recipe of the Day: Gingerbread with Lemon Sauce and Whipped Cream

1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup whole wheat flour1/4 cup molasses1/4 cup hot water2 tablespoons packed brown sugar2 tablespoons shortening1 egg white1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon saltLemon Sauce (below) LEMON SAUCE3 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1 cup water1 tablespoon grated lemon peel1 tablespoon lemon juice Heat oven to 325°.Spray loaf pan,Continue reading “Recipe of the Day: Gingerbread with Lemon Sauce and Whipped Cream”

Yule Holly Butter Mints

Ingredients1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup water1 teaspoon peppermint extract1 teaspoon butter flavoringDash salt5-1/2 to 6 cups confectioners’ sugar2 to 4 drops green paste food coloring3 to 5 drops red paste food coloringSugar DirectionsIn a large bowl, cream butter. Gradually add water, extract, butter flavoring and salt; beat in enough confectioners’ sugar on medium speed untilContinue reading “Yule Holly Butter Mints”

Recipe of the Day: Scalloped Oysters

My grandmother made this every Thanksgiving… Apparently it was a traditional Cook Family recipe. While I wouldn’t eat it, I can still appreciate the history behind it. Scalloped Oysters 2 8-ounce cans oysters, drained, reserving liquor3 cups roughly crushed saltine crackers3/4 cup melted butter1/4 cup reserved oyster liquor3/4 cup milk1/2 teaspoon salt (more or less,Continue reading “Recipe of the Day: Scalloped Oysters”

Recipe of the Day: Halloween Mice Cheese Balls

Halloween Mice Cheese Balls 8 oz cream cheese, softened2 C (8 oz) pepper jack cheese, softened-or use whatever cheese you like1 1/4 C finely chopped smoked almondsjulienne carrots for tails32 sliced almonds, toasted, for earshot pepper jelly for serving, if desiredcrackers for servingMix the two cheeses.For each mouse: Shape 2 Tblsp into a mouse-ish body.RollContinue reading “Recipe of the Day: Halloween Mice Cheese Balls”

Recipe of the Day: Pumpkin Ice Cream Pie with Caramel Sauce

PUMPKIN ICE CREAM PIE WITH CARAMEL SAUCE Crust:1 1/2 cups crushed Gingersnaps (approximately 30 cookies))1/4 cup butter, melted Filling:1/2 teaspoon ground Cinnamon1 pint Vanilla ice cream, softened3/4 cup firmly packed Brown Sugar1/2 teaspoon ground Ginger1/2 teaspoon ground Cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground Cloves1 cup fresh or canned pumpkin1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream — whipped SAUCE1 cup CaramelContinue reading “Recipe of the Day: Pumpkin Ice Cream Pie with Caramel Sauce”

Recipe of the Day: Halloween Dinner in a Pumpkin

Halloween Dinner in a Pumpkin Medium sized pumpkin (4 pounds)1 &1/2 pounds lean ground beef1/3 cup chopped green pepper3/4 cup chopped celery3/4 cup chopped onion1 cup carrot, diced1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup soy sauce2 Tablespoon brown sugar1 4-ounce can mushrooms1 8-ounce can of sliced water chestnuts1 can cream of chicken soup2 cups cooked riceBlackContinue reading “Recipe of the Day: Halloween Dinner in a Pumpkin”

Recipe of the Day: Shrunken Heads in Cider

Shrunken Heads in Cider Ingredients2 cups lemon juice2 tablespoons coarse salt8 large Granny Smith apples32 whole cloves2 gallons apple cider2 (12-ounce) cans frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed2 cups spiced rum (optional) Directions1.Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. In a medium bowl, mix together lemon juice and salt; setContinue reading “Recipe of the Day: Shrunken Heads in Cider”

Recipe of the Day: Soul Cakes

Soul Cakes At one time soul cakes were given to peasants as they went door to door begging. This was the beginning of trick or treating.The idea was that the “treat” was given to the beggar so that they would not play a trick or prank or worse, curse the homeowner. After receiving the cake,Continue reading “Recipe of the Day: Soul Cakes”