Adobe Chicken This is my version of the Filipino dish of Adobe chicken, based on the ingredients I had on hand and cooked in the crockpot. 4 chicken thighs2 chicken breasts1/2 cup of Yoshiko’s Teriyaki sauce (or soy sauce)1/2 cup of Balsamic VinegarRaw carrots, cut upRaw onion, cut upSpices of choice Mix sauce, vinegar andContinue reading “Recipe of the Day: Adobe Chicken”
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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”
