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Mother's Day Brunch Ideas

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 08 May 2020 15:41:00 +0000

Here are a few ideas for a Mother's Day brunch.

Raspberry Vanilla Scones

Weekend Brunch Casserole (love this recipe)

Breakfast Quiche

Blueberry Kuchen

Savory Southwest Biscuits

Orange Cinnamon Rolls

Citrus Punch

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Easy Chicken Noodle Soup

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 04 May 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Here's an easy recipe when you need quick and comforting meal--my go-to recipe when one of my loved ones gets sick.

3 chicken breasts
6-8 cups water
3 cubes chicken bouillon
2 cups celery, chopped
1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced
1 cup onion, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 cup frozen peas
6 oz Amish Extra Thick Kluski Egg Noodles

In a medium saucepan combine chicken and water and bring to a boil. Add bouillon cubes, celery, carrots, onion. Sprinkle with salt, pepper. Cook on medium heat for 20-25 minutes until meat is cooked through. Remove chicken from broth and set aside to cool. Add frozen peas and return to a boil. Add noodles and cook as directed on package, approximately 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, shred chicken into bite-size pieces. Add to soup when noodles are tender. Cook another 5 minutes. Serve immediately with saltine crackers. Serves 4-6.
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Sourdough Baguettes

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 01 May 2020 15:30:00 +0000

Oh my goodness! This is the best recipe for Sourdough Baguettes--hard and crusty on the outside, chewy on the inside, and just the right taste of tangy sourness. Yum! I have doubled this recipe, found on King Arthur Flour HERE.

1 cup "fed" sourdough starter (Recipe HERE)
1 1/2 cups warm water
2 teaspoons instant yeast
3 teaspoons sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
5 cups all-purpose flour

In large mixing bowl, combine sourdough starter, water, yeast, sugar, salt and 3 cups flour. Mix with dough hook until well combined. Gradually add remaining flour until mixture forms a ball. Knead to form a smooth dough, 3-5 minutes.

Allow the dough to rise, covered, for 1 hour. Refrigerate, covered overnight. Divide the dough into fourths. Shape each into a 12-15" baguette. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and allow to rise until puffy, about 3 hours.

Before baking, make three deep diagonal slashes in each loaf. Spray the baguettes with warm water right before placing in oven. Bake in a preheated 425 degree oven for 25-30 minutes or until crust is a light golden brown. Remove from oven and cool on wire rack. Makes four loaves.
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S'Mores Bars

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Here's a recipe I discovered at a recent church supper. They were amazing and I had to try them! I hope you'll enjoy them just as much!

1/2 cup butter
1/3 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups graham crackers, crushed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 milk chocolate bars, approximately 1 1/2 ounces each
2 cups miniature marshmallows

Heat oven to 350°. Beat butter and sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Stir in crushed graham crackers, flour, baking powder, and salt. Reserve 1 cup of the graham cracker mixture and press remaining mixture over the bottom of a greased 8" square pan. Arrange chocolate bars in a single layer over graham cracker crust. Sprinkle with marshmallows. Crumble reserved graham cracker mixture over the marshmallows. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool in pan on wire rack for 10 minutes. Cut into bars and cool completely. Makes about 12-16 bars.
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Strawberry Cream Puffs

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Here's another recipe you might want to make for your Valentine this week.

I'll never forget the first time I learned about "cream puffs" when I watched a Little Rascals episode where Alfalfa shares a basket dinner with Darla (and Spanky secretly pours liquid soap inside the cream puff to make bubbles come out of Alfalfa's mouth!) No soap in this recipe. Enjoy!

1/2 cup butter
1 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup flour
4 eggs

Cream Filling:
1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced
4 tablespoons sugar, divided
1 cup whipping cream

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In medium-sized saucepan, melt butter. Add water and salt and bring to a boil. Add flour and stir vigorously until mixture forms a ball that doesn't separate. Remove from heat and transfer into a mixing bowl. Allow to cool for five minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating with wooden spoon or mixer after each addition 1-2 minutes. Drop by tablespoons onto greased baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool before splitting and filling with cream.

In medium bowl, combine sliced strawberries and 2 tablespoons sugar. In mixing bowl, beat cream and remaining sugar until stiff. Fold in strawberries. When ready to serve, fill with cream. Top with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate sauce. Makes 10 cream puffs.
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Sixteen Bean Soup

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 20 Apr 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Here's a recipe I enjoy making in the fall and winter seasons. Perfect served with Skillet Cornbread.

20 oz. 15 Bean Soup Mixture
2 quarts water
1 pound ham pieces
3 chicken bullion cubes
14 1/2 oz. diced tomatoes
1 cup onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Wash beans and cover with water in a large bowl. Allow to soak for 3-6 hours. For a fast soak, you may cover with boiling water to reduce the time by half.

In large pot, combine beans, water, ham, and bullion cubes. Cook for 2-3 hours until beans start to tender. Add tomatoes, onion, cloves, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 hours. May store in refrigerator. Flavor improves the second day. Enjoy!
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Sourdough Cheddar and Chive Biscuits

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Here's a recipe that adds to my basic sourdough biscuits. Delicious with soup or steak and beans.

2 cups flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
1 cup "unfed" sourdough starter (Recipe HERE)
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1/3 cup dried chives.

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add sourdough starter, buttermilk, cheese, and chives. Mix with fork until dough forms a ball. Turn out onto a floured surface and knead 10-12 times. Pat the dough into a 3/4" thick circle. Cut with 2 1/2" floured biscuit cutter. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm with butter. Makes 12-15 biscuits.
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Breakfast Quiche

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 11:00:00 +0000

This is a nice recipe to make this weekend for brunch or a light supper. Enjoy!

Crust:
1 cup sifted all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening
1/4 cup water

Filling:
1 pound sausage, browned and drained
4 eggs
2 cups half and half
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon parsley
1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Combine flour and salt in a mixing bowl. Cut in shortening with fork until mixture resembles crumbs. Add water in two parts, until dough comes away from the bowl. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to fit a 9-in pie plate; transfer to pie plate. Trim and flute edges.

For filling, sprinkle sausage in the pie crust. In a bowl, beat eggs, half and half, salt, nutmeg, and parsley. Stir in cheese. Pour into crust. On lowest rack, bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes. Reduce temperature to 375 degrees; continue baking for 30-40 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting. Makes 6-8 servings.
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Chicken Cordon Blue

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 10 Apr 2020 23:38:00 +0000

Here is an easy, yet elegant recipe for a special dinner. Serve with Asparagus with Mushroom Cream Sauce and Onion Crescent Rolls. Delicious.

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
8 oz Mozzarella cheese ~ 6 thick slices
6 slices ham
3 tablespoons olive oil
Seasoned Salt

Flatten chicken to 1/4 inch thickness. Place slice of Mozzarella cheese and ham on each to within 1/4 inch of edges. Fold in half; secure with a toothpick. Brush with oil and sprinkle with Seasoned Salt. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes or until juices run clear. Serve with rice and green vegetable. Makes 6 servings. Enjoy!

Wine Suggestion: Kendall-Jackson Grand Reserve Chardonnay
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Easter Menu Ideas

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Need a few ideas for your Easter dinner? Here are some recipes to cook up in time for this year's family event.

Beef and Noodles or Greek Pot Roast,

Baked Barbecued Chicken, Slow-Cooked Holiday Ham, or Chicken Cordon Blue

Asparagus with Mushroom Cream Sauce, Green Bean Casserole, or Zucchini Casserole

Cheesy Corn and Macaroni Casserole, Microwaved Scalloped Potatoes or Company Potatoes

Hot Cross Buns, or Cottage Cheese Butterhorn Rolls

Onion Crescent Rolls or Oat Rolls

Glorified Rice Salad or Ambrosia Salad

Macaroni Salad or Broccoli Salad

Deviled Eggs or Pistachio Salad

Cherry Cheesecake, or Rolled Sugar Cookies

Lemon Orange Cake, Angel Food Cake, or Lemon-Thyme Pound Cake

Coconut Cream Pie or Old-Fashioned Custard Pie

Whatever you decide to make, may you have a blessed Easter with your family and friends.

Chocolate Fudge Cheesecake

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 03 Apr 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Here's a rich decadent dessert to make for your family for a special occasion or holiday!

Chocolate Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham crackers, finely crushed
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1/3 cup melted butter

Cheesecake:
12 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 - 8 oz. packages cream cheese, softened
14 oz. sweetened condensed milk
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

chocolate springs, optional

Preheat oven to 300 degrees. In small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and cocoa. Add melted butter and mix to combine. Press firmly onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.

In medium glass bowl, heat chocolate chips in microwave for 2-3 minutes until melted, stirring every sixty seconds.

In large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually stir in sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Add melted chocolate, eggs, and vanilla. Mix well. Pour onto prepared crust. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until center is set. Garnish with chocolate sprinkles, if desired. Cool and refrigerate before serving.
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Bacon and Egg Breakfast Muffin

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Here is a recipe for one of my favorite breakfast sandwiches, best served on a toasted sourdough English Muffin. So easy. And so delicious!

2 Sourdough English Muffins (Recipe Here)
4 pieces of bacon
2 large eggs
2 slices American Cheese
butter

Toast English Muffins and spread insides with butter. Meanwhile, cook bacon in small skillet. Break each in half and place on open muffin. Cook eggs in skillet, breaking yolks. Cook until done, about 3 minutes on each side. Place cheese on each to melt. Place eggs on top of bacon. Enjoy! Serves 2
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Rosemary-Garlic Sourdough Flatbread

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 16:21:00 +0000

Here's another sourdough recipe we tried this spring that we absolutely love. Enjoy!

1/2 cup sourdough starter
1/3 cup warm water
1 teaspoon dried milk
1 teaspoon instant yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups flour
1/3 cup virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced onion
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
ground black pepper and kosher salt

In large mixing bowl, combine sourdough starter, water, dried milk, yeast, sugar, salt, and flour. Mix together until combined and knead for 5-7 minutes. Set in a greased bowl and cover. Allow to rise for 1 hour.

In a small saucepan, combine olive oil, garlic, onion, and rosemary. Cook over low heat for 7-10 minutes.

Cut the dough into four pieces and form each into a ball. Spread out on a greased parchment paper to make 11"x5" ovals. Lightly brush each with garlic and rosemary oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Allow to rise for 40-60 minutes until somewhat raised. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Bake two at a time on pizza stone for 4-7 minutes until a deep golden brown. Repeat with remaining dough. Makes 4 pieces of flat bread.
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Slow Cooker Tamale Pie

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Now that Thanksgiving is over, here's an easy Mexican recipe to try in your slow cooker. Yum!

1 cup beef broth
1 cup cornmeal
1 pound ground hamburger
1 cup onion, chopped
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
16 oz. medium salsa
15 oz. creamed corn
15 oz. black beans, drained
1/2 cup sliced black olives
1 cup shredded Colby/Monterey Jack Cheese

Spray slow cooker with cooking spray. In small bowl, combine broth and cornmeal. Pour into slow cooker and spread to edges. In a large skillet, brown hamburger. Add onion and cook until tender. Stir in soy sauce, chili powder, and cumin. Transfer to slow cooker. Stir in salsa, creamed corn, black beans, and black olives. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until cooked through. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook another 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted. Serve with sour cream, guacamole, corn chips, or Flour Tortillas. Enjoy!
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Lemon Poppy Seed Cake

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 20 Mar 2020 11:00:00 +0000

This is a favorite cake recipe I enjoy serving during the holidays, but you can enjoy it anytime of the year! It's especially good with hot tea.

1 cup butter
2 cups sugar
4 eggs
3 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon soda
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons poppy seed
2 teaspoons lemon extract
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon lemon peel

GLAZE:
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 Tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In large mixing bowl, cream softened butter. Beat in sugar. Add eggs one at a time. In small mixing bowl, combine flour and soda. Add flour to butter mixture alternately with sour cream until mixed well. Stir in remaining ingredients. Spoon into a greased and floured Bundt pan. Bake 60-65 minutes or until toothpick inserted in middle of cake comes out clean. Cool ten minutes and turn out onto plate. Drizzle with lemon glaze.
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Amanda Cabot's Butternut Mac and Cheese

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Amanda Cabot’s dream of selling a book before her thirtieth birthday came true, and she’s now the author of more than thirty-five novels as well as eight novellas, four non-fiction books, and what she describes as enough technical articles to cure insomnia in a medium-sized city. Her inspirational romances have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists, have garnered a starred review from Publishers Weekly, and have been nominated for the ACFW Carol, the HOLT Medallion, and the Booksellers Best awards. A popular workshop presenter, Amanda takes pleasure in helping other writers achieve their dreams of publication. Learn more about Amanda and her books at www.amandacabot.com

Amanda's Latest Book Release: Out of the Embers

A young woman with a tragic past has arrived in town . . . and trouble is following close behind

Ten years after her parents were killed, Evelyn Radcliffe is once more homeless. The orphanage that was her refuge and later her workplace has burned to the ground, and only she and a young orphan girl have escaped. Convinced this must be related to her parents’ murders, Evelyn flees with the girl to Mesquite Springs in the Texas Hill Country and finds shelter in the home of Wyatt Clark, a talented horse rancher whose plans don’t include a family of his own.

At first, Evelyn is a distraction. But when it becomes clear that trouble has followed her to Mesquite Springs, she becomes a full-blown disruption. Can Wyatt keep her safe from the man who wants her dead? And will his own plans become collateral damage?

Suspenseful and sweetly romantic, Out of the Embers is the first in a new series that invites you to the Texas Hill Country in the 1850s, when the West was wild, the men were noble, and the women were strong. Buy the book HERE.

Amanda's Butternut Mac and Cheese

If you’re looking for a nutritious main course that’s easy to make, this might be the one for you.

Insert steel knife in food processor.

Add and process until smooth:

3 cups cooked, mashed butternut squash (2 12-oz packages)
8-oz cream cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon pepper

With the processor running, add through the feed tube and process until fully mixed:

1 ½ cups water

Set sauce aside.

Cook and drain 1 pound of your favorite pasta. Place pasta in a casserole dish. Add the sauce and mix thoroughly. Chill several hours or overnight to let sauce absorb into pasta.
Reheat in microwave oven. Makes eight generous servings.

Luck O' The Irish ~ Irish Recipes

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 13:45:00 +0000

Do you have a bit of Irish blood in you? Here are a few recipes you might try for this St. Patty's Day. Corned Beef, Cabbage, Potatoes, Cobblers, and Anything Green. Enjoy!

Irish Bangers and Mash

Slow-Cooked Corned Beef

Reuben Sandwich

Hamburger Cabbage Skillet

Steamed Potatoes with Parsley

Pan-Fried Country Potatoes

View more Irish recipes here.

Irish Soda Bread

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Here's a recipe to make for your family in celebration of St. Patrick's Day. It seems the main ingredients in traditional Irish Soda Bread are flour, baking soda, salt, and buttermilk. Most recipes have raisins or caraway seeds. I hope you'll enjoy this one!

2 cups flour
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
1/2 cup chopped raisins (I used golden)
1 egg
1 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon sugar (for sprinkling)

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, baking soda, and caraway seeds. Mix in chopped raisins. Add egg, buttermilk, and butter. Stir until moistened. Knead 6-8 times. Shape into a round loaf and place on a parchment- lined baking sheet. Slice a large cross through the center. Sprinkle top with sugar. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm. 1 loaf.
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Irish Cream Cake

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 06 Mar 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Here's a holiday cake recipe I enjoy making at Christmas, but it would work for St. Patrick's Day, too!

1 package white cake mix
1 package instant vanilla pudding
1 cup Irish Cream Liqueur
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1 cup miniature chocolate chips
4 eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Glaze:
1/4 cup Irish Cream Liqueur
3/4 cup half-and-half cream
3 cups powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In large bowl, combine all ingredients and pour into a greased and floured Bundt cake pan. Bake for 40-50 minutes until cake tests done with toothpick.

In small bowl, combine glaze ingredients and mix well. Poke bottom of cake with fork and pour glaze over cake. Allow to cool for 2 hours before turning. Yum!
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Cinnamon Coffee Cake

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 15:18:00 +0000

Here's another delicious cake recipe for you to enjoy! This is my husband's favorite cake recipe.

1 cup salted butter, softened
2-1/2 cups sugar, divided
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 eggs
3 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups (16 oz) sour cream
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped pecans

In large mixing bowl, cream butter and 2 cups sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. In small bowl, combine flour, baking powder, soda and salt. Add alternately with sour cream, beating after each addition. In another small bowl, combine remaining 1/2 cup sugar, cinnamon and pecans.

Spoon 1/3 batter into a greased 10" tube pan. Sprinkle 1/3 of sugar mixture over batter. Repeat layers two more times. Bake at 350 degrees for 60-70 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool for 10 minutes. Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Country Pancakes

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Here's a recipe I make almost every Sunday morning for our family. My husband especially enjoys them!

1 1/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 tablespoons butter, melted

In medium bowl mix together dry ingredients. Add milk, eggs, and vanilla, stirring gently until combined. Add melted butter. Cook on greased skillet over medium-low heat until golden brown. Serve with butter and syrup. Enjoy! Makes 6-8 pancakes.
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Gourmet Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Here's a great recipe when you want to change-up your grilled cheese sandwiches.

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
8 slices sour dough bread
4 slices Provolone cheese

In small bowl, mix together butter and Parmesan cheese. Slice 1/4" pieces of sour dough bread. Spread butter on one side of each piece of bread. Place 4 bread slices, butter-side down on a preheated griddle. Add one folded slice of Provolone cheese to each. Top with remaining piece of bread, butter-side up. Grill until lightly brown. Turn and grill other side until golden brown and cheese is melted. Serve warm. 2-4 servings.
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Company Potatoes

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 21 Feb 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Here's a recipe I love to make for family gatherings or church socials. It makes a lot and goes well with Country-Style Ribs or Holiday Ham. Enjoy!

2 pounds frozen southern hash browns
10 3/4 oz. cream of chicken soup
2 cups sour cream
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
3/4 cups butter, melted (divided)
2 tablespoons minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cornflakes, crushed

In large bowl, combine hash browns, cream soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup butter, onion, salt, and pepper. Pour into greased 9x13 baking dish. In small bowl, mix together remaining 1/4 cup melted butter and cornflakes. Spoon over potato mixture. Bake at 350 degrees for 45-60 minutes. Serves 12.
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Sweet and Sour Pork

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 17 Feb 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Here's a delicious recipe to make for your next Chinese Dinner.

1 cup water
1 cup flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 egg
pinch of salt
oil for frying
1 pound boneless pork shoulder roast, cut into bite sized pieces
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
10 oz. pineapple cubes
1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 medium onion, cut into wedges
2 medium carrots, peeled and diagonally sliced
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
1 clove garlic, minced

Sauce:
3 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoon plum jelly
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons sugar
4 tablespoons water

In a medium bowl whisk together water, flour, cornstarch, baking soda, egg, and salt. Transfer pork pieces into the batter, stirring to coat well. Add oil to a Dutch oven for frying and heat oil to 360-375 degrees. Deep fry pork pieces until they turn golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large cast iron skillet. Add pineapple, green pepper, onion, and carrots. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring and turning pieces until they start to brown. Add the ginger and garlic. Continuing cooking until the vegetables are crisp and tender.

Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, prepare the sauce. Combine ketchup, jelly, vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar and water. Whisk together until cornstarch has dissolved. Pour sauce over vegetables. Cook and stir until sauce thickens. Add pork pieces and stir to coat. Place in a serving bowl. Serve with rice. Serves 4-6.
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