January 24, 2010
- Hot Air Popper Gourmet Popcorn Recipe
A Lot of Hot Air
I refuse to eat popcorn if it is tasteless or soggy. I want it to be like movie popcorn, or the kind we watched being made as kids in a pan with hot oil, probably Crisco which is not what I would suggest be used today. If you are old enough to even know what I am talking about, and you would like to show your kids how to make popcorn in a pan, over a stove burner, be sure to use butter or canola oil instead of Crisco. If you still do not know what I am referring to and thinking I mean Jiffy Pop, I don't. If you make Jiffy Pop, do not use any Crisco, butter or oil, it is in the pan already. (…)
August 27, 2009
- Making Birthday Cakes: Homemade Birthday Cake Ideas
How you make the birthday cake is completely up to you. Box, scratch, organic or a Pepperidge Farm frozen cake…that does not matter at all. There is a link to a homemade cake in the recipe section of this site. These great birthday cakes are not going to look like the cakes from all of the cake shows on television, although I have flipped through channels and the cakes are amazing. There is nothing like a beautiful cake. The other key to the cake part is the frosting. Make sure you use a good frosting that is intended for cake decorating. You must be able to at least frost your cake in a nice smooth and clean covering over whatever cake shape you use. In the event you are pressed for time and actually had to go for the Pepperidge Farm frozen cake - which are delicious by the way. Those you can just leave as it is when it comes out of the box, in that event don't do anything with the frosting. (…)
June 4, 2009
- Peanut Butter and Strawberry Sandwich
The PB and S Sandwich
What else to know about that? Okay a couple of things.
The darkest red strawberries are the best.
Slice the strawberries. (…)
February 13, 2009
- Microwave Cooking Tips When You Do Not Have a Microwave
Microwave-less
When I have house guests who are in need of the microwave, some pretty funny things have happened. My microwave cooking tips are a bit different than that of your typical household. First they ask, "Where is your microwave?" I reply, "I do not have one". The first time this occurred I was very nonchalant about it because it is not a big deal to me to have no microwave. I have learned to brace myself for potential reactions. Gasps of "What no microwave?" and reactions of disbelief have been a couple of them, I am waiting to be physically struck. I find it completely natural to go Microwave-less. I think a couple of them have felt a little bad for me, a few people have offered me their old microwaves…which is the right thing to do. If a microwave is safe and still works, do not throw it away! Find someone who needs it. (…)
January 31, 2009
- Spooky Turkey and Bean Burgers
Spooky Turkey and Bean Burgersrgers
2 - 15 ounce cans red beans 1/2 cup of the bean liquid (reserve)
1/2 cup chopped onion 1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped green pepper 1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground turkey (or beef) 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
2 Tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup of ketchup 3 Tablespoons vinegar
1 - 6 ounce can tomato paste 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
Drain beans, reserve 1/2 cup bean liquid. Saute onion, green pepper and ground meat in butter. Add beans, ketchup, tomato paste, bean liquid and seasonings. Cover and simmer 20 minutes. (…)
December 23, 2008
- Baked Corn Casserole Recipe
1/4 cup butter
6 ounces cream cheese
1 (11.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 (6 ounce) can French-fried onions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Cream butter and cream cheese in a medium sized bowl. Mix in both corns, chiles, chopped onion and 1/2 can of the French-fried onions. Pour mixture into a 1 quart casserole dish and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle the remaining French-fried onions over the top and bake an additional 15 minutes. - Simple Heath Bar Chocolate Cake Recipe
This recipe came from Katie (something or other) from work, she has quit do not know her last name
1 chocolate cake mix - baked according to directions
Let cake cool completely. Poke several holes in top of the cake and pour a small can of sweetened condensed milk over top. Pour a jar of carmel ice cream topping over the milk. Spread whipped topping over the carmel and then sprinkle 3 crushed Heath bar pieces over the top. Keep refrigerated, can be made the day before. No calories whatsoever - haha.
December 18, 2008
- Beef Stroganoff Recipe
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 large onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter
2 pounds round steak
whole wheat flour
1 can beef bouillon, dilute in water to make 3 cups
1 cup sour cream
Saute mushrooms and onions in 2 tablespoons butter. (…)
December 16, 2008
- Easy Banana Bread Recipe
2 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter
1 egg
2/3 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 medium)
3 tablespoons milk (mix in 1/2 teaspoon of vinegar to the milk)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Sift flour before measuring and re-sift 2 cups with baking powder, baking soda and salt into a large bowl. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar and then stir in well beaten egg and mashed banana. Stir the banana mixture into the flour mixture in 3 parts alternating with milk-vinegar liquid. Stir in walnuts. Bake in a greased bread pan at 350 degrees for 50 minutes.
December 15, 2008
- Sweet Potato Bake
Sweet Potato Bake
3 cups cooked sweet potatoes
1 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup softened butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
Combine above ingredients in a bowl with mixer on low speed and pour into a 13X9 baking dish. (…) - Cottage Mashed Potatoes
Cottage Mashed Potatoes
4 cups mashed potatoes (with a little butter, but no milk)
2 cups large-curd cottage cheese
2 T chopped green onion
Butter
8 medium mushrooms, sliced thick
Sliced green onion tips
Butter a 2 quart casserole dish. Fold cottage cheese and chopped green onion into mashed potatoes and place in casserole. Dot with butter. If you wish, the casserole can be refrigerated until ready to bake. (…)
December 14, 2008
- Broccoli Crouton Bake
Broccoli Crouton Bake
1 bag frozen broccoli - cooked
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 can cream of celery soup
2 cups croutons
1 stick of butter (melted)
Mix above ingredients (except butter) and place in a 13X9 baking pan and pour meted butter over top. Bake 30 minutes at 350 degrees. - Stuffed Chicken Crescents
Stuffed Chicken Crescents
3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (baked)
2 packages Pillsbury Crescent Roll Dough
1 box Stuffing mix for chicken
8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
Whip cheese with a fork and add:
2 Tablespoons chopped pimento (small jar)
2 Tablespoons melted butter
4 Tablespoons milk
Onion, parsley and black pepper to taste
Add chicken to above mixture and fill one crescent roll with 1/2 cup of filling and fold in half so you retain the triangle shape and press corners to seal. Dip in melted butter and stuffing mix (that has been finely ground in a blender). Bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Since most of your calories are in these delicious pockets, serve with steamed vegetables.
December 12, 2008
- Christmas Morning Breakfast Casserole
Breakfast Casserole
This is a very convenient option for hectic Christmas mornings. It is mixed 12 hours prior to baking and kept in the fridge. (…) - Alfredo Sauce
Alfredo Sauce
1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/2 pound Butter
1 cup Whipping Cream
Fresh Ground Pepper to taste (optional)
1 pound box Whole Grain Fettuccini Noodles
Heat all ingredients together and cook slowly over medium heat until thick, stir frequently. Pour over cooked Whole Grain Fettuccini Noodles, toss lightly and serve. Your choice of meat and/or vegetables may be added, chicken and broccoli are very popular.
December 11, 2008
- Mandarin Orange-Pineapple Salad
Mandarin Orange-Pineapple Salad
1 can Mandarin Oranges
1 can Pineapple
1 box American Tapioca Pudding
1 box Vanilla Pudding
Drain oranges and pineapple and reserve juice, add enough water to make 3 cups of liquid. Cook tapioca and vanilla puddings in the 3 cups of liquid, stir until thick. Pour pudding mixture over fruit and chill. You can also add sliced bananas to the top just before serving.
December 10, 2008
- Buckeye Candy, a Great Homemade Gift for Your Favorite Buckeye Fan
Combining the tastes of chocolate with peanut butter, this delicious candy is a favorite of everyone.
- Hopscotch, Not Just a Game Kids Play
Hopscotch Candy
Melt one 6 oz. bag (1 cup) butterscotch morsels over hot (not boiling water) in a double boiler pot. Stir in 1/2 cup peanut butter. (…) - Simple Recipes for the Finicky Eater
Kids go through a stage where they like only a select few meals from what I have observed. Macaroni and Cheese, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches and Chicken Nuggets, that is about all they want. Here are some ideas to make their choices a little healthier and possibly lead them into other food choices. (…)