raspberry cup cakes

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 3/4 cup fresh raspberries, crushed
• 1/2 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
• 10 1/2 fluid ounces sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 5 hrs 15 mins


• line a 12 cup muffin pan with paper cup liners. in a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, crushed pecans and melted margarine, mixing well to blend. spoon mixture evenly into a 12 cup muffin pan lined with paper cup liners. press mixture with a spoon to firm bottom. puree raspberries and set aside.
• beat cream cheese until fluffy. add condensed milk and 1/2 cup of the raspberry puree and mix until well blended. fold in whipped topping.
• spoon evenly into baking cups. freeze for at least 5 hours. when ready to serve, remove paper liners. invert cakes individual serving plates. drizzle remaining raspberry puree over cakes. garnish with a few whole raspberries. serve frozen.

Krissy's Best Ever Corn Muffins

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 2/3 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup milk
• 3/4 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• preheat oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c). lightly grease a 12 cup muffin pan.
• in a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar. beat in the honey, eggs and salt. mix in flour, cornmeal and baking powder. stir in milk until batter is smooth. fold in corn. spoon into prepared muffin cups.
• bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until tops of muffins are lightly browned.

Chocolate Mayo Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 degrees c). lightly grease two 9 inch layer pans.
• mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, cocoa, and sugar into a large bowl. stir in mayonnaise. gradually add water and vanilla and blend until smooth. pour batter into prepared pans.
• bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 30 minutes. cool, remove from pans, and frost with your favorite chocolate frosting.

Aunt Joyce's Chocolate Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 3 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons vinegar
• 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups white sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups warm water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave.
• pour the melted chocolate into a large mixing bowl. blend in the mayonnaise, vinegar and vanilla. combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt and gradually stir into the chocolate mixture. slowly stir in the warm water. pour batter into prepared pan.
• bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. allow to cool.

buttermilk scones

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup butter, melted
• 1 1/4 cups buttermilk

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• preheat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
• in a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and salt. add butter and buttermilk; stir until a soft dough is formed.
• turn the dough out a lightly floured surface and press dough into a rectangle about 3/4 inch thick and 4 inches wide. cut into 8 even sized pieces.
• place the scones on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake at 425 degrees f (220 degrees c) for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

old fashioned chicken and dumplings

Ingredients

• Servings: 20
• 7 pounds cut up chicken pieces
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 2 onions, chopped
• 3 stalks celery, chopped
• 3 teaspoons salt
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Recipe

• in a large pot place chicken pieces and add the chicken stock, onion, celery and 2 teaspoons of the salt. put heat on medium low and simmer, partially covered, 15 to 20 minutes or until chicken is tender.
• to prepare dumplings: in a large mixing bowl beat together the egg and milk. add 1 cup flour, remaining salt and baking powder and mix all together. cut the butter into the flour mixture until the mixture is crumbly. add 1 tablespoon of the parsley and mix. in 6 large spoonfuls, drop dumpling mixture the top of the simmering chicken. cover the pot and let all simmer for 10 minutes more.
• to make gravy: remove chicken and dumplings to a large serving bowl. cover and set aside, keeping warm. strain the stock left in the pot, pressing out any 'veggie liquid'. return stock to pot. combine water with remaining flour, then stir into the strained stock. bring all to a boil, stirring constantly, to thicken. return chicken and dumplings to pot, combing all gently. serve with remaining parsley.

Bacon Cheese Treats

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 (12 ounce) jar bacon bits
• 1 pinch ground black pepper, or to taste
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 2 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent roll dough

Recipe

Preparation Time: 7 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, bacon bits, pepper and onion.
• on a lightly floured surface, unroll the crescent rolls lengthwise and form into a long rectangle. thinly spread the cream cheese mixture on the dough. starting with the long edge of the rectangle, roll the dough into a long, thin roll. slice the roll into 1/4 inch thick pieces. place rolls on a lightly greased baking sheet.
• bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until brown.

Coconut Lime Rice

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 cup basmati rice
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon butter
• 1/4 cup flaked coconut
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 cup chicken broth
• salt, to taste
• 1 lime, zested and juiced
• ground black pepper, to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• rinse rice until the water runs clear; drain. heat coconut oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. cook and stir rice and coconut flakes for 3 to 4 minutes. stir in the lime juice, then add the coconut milk, chicken broth, salt and lime zest. bring to a low boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. cook for 20 minutes. remove from heat and keep covered for 5 minutes. fluff with fork and season with pepper.

Hash Brown Casserole I

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
• 1 pint sour cream
• 2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of celery soup
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 4 ounces buttery round crackers, crushed

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease one 8x12 inch baking dish.
• over medium heat, cook the onion until soft.
• in a large bowl, combine the onion, potatoes, sour cream, soup, cheese, pepper and hot sauce. mix well and pour into baking dish. bake for 50 minutes.
• in a saute pan, heat butter or margarine and crackers. cook until golden brown. sprinkle over casserole and bake for 30 additional minutes.

Crepes

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1 pinch salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• in a medium-size mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, egg and salt.
• heat a large frying pan or wok over medium high heat. when the pan is hot add a teaspoon of butter and lightly coat the surface of the pan with the melted butter.
• pour one quarter cup of the batter into the pan and tilt the pan with a circular motion so that the batter coats the surface in a smooth and even layer.
• after two minutes, lift up an edge of the crepe with a spatula to see if it is browning. when the underside has begun to brown, flip the crepe and cook the other side until it is also brown; about 2 minutes.
• repeat steps 3 and 4 to cook the remaining crepes. serve hot.

Nana's Barbeque Sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons chopped onion
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1 pinch celery salt
• 1 pinch mustard powder

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 10 mins


• combine ketchup, vinegar, sugar, onion, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. season with worcestershire sauce, black pepper, allspice, celery salt, and mustard powder. simmer over medium low heat for 5 minutes.

honeyed ham glaze

Ingredients

• Servings: 1.5
• 1 cup honey
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon dried minced onion
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 10 mins


• mix together in a bowl: honey, ketchup, mustard, worcestershire sauce, minced onion, cloves and ginger. pour over ham slices as a glaze.

Layered Peppermint Bark

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 20 ounces white chocolate, coarsely chopped, divided
• 30 peppermint candies, crushed, divided
• 10 ounces dark chocolate, coarsely chopped
• 6 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins


• line a 9x12 inch baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
• melt half of the white chocolate in the top of a double boiler over just barely simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. spread the white chocolate into the prepared pan. sprinkle 1/4 of the crushed peppermints evenly over white chocolate. chill until firm, about 15 minutes.
• meanwhile, melt the dark chocolate, heavy cream, and peppermint extract together in the top of a double boiler over just barely simmering water, stirring frequently, until just melted. quickly pour the chocolate layer over the chilled white chocolate layer; spread evenly. chill until firm, about 20 minutes.
• meanwhile, melt the remaining white chocolate in the top of a double boiler over just barely simmering water, stirring frequently, until just melted. spread quickly over the chilled bark. sprinkle with the remaining peppermint pieces; chill until firm, about 20 minutes. cut or break into small pieces to serve.

Easy Corn Chowder Ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 cups peeled and diced potatoes
• 1/2 cup diced celery
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1 (11 ounce) can creamed corn
• 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• in a large pot over medium heat, place potatoes, celery and onion with water to cover. bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes, until potatoes are tender. drain.
• return vegetables to pot with creamed corn, corn, evaporated milk, cayenne and salt over low heat. simmer 20 minutes.

Honey Dijon Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon honey
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• whisk balsamic vinegar, olive oil, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

super moist pumpkin bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups packed dark brown sugar
• 2/3 cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 cups pumpkin puree
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2/3 cup coconut milk
• 2/3 cup flaked coconut

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins

Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour two 8x4 inch loaf pans.
• spread walnuts in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet. toast in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned. set aside to cool.
• in a large bowl, stir together the flour, brown sugar, white sugar, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon. add the pumpkin puree, oil, and coconut milk, and mix until all of the flour is absorbed. fold in the flaked coconut and toasted walnuts. divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
• bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. remove from oven, and cover loaves tightly with foil. allow to steam for 10 minutes. remove foil, and turn out a cooling rack. tent loosely with the foil, and allow to cool completely.

Best Bean Salad

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can green beans, drained
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can wax beans, drained
• 1 (15.5 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can black beans, drained
• 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup salad oil
• 1/2 cup vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3/4 cup white sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 8 hrs 20 mins


• combine the green beans, wax beans, garbanzo beans, kidney beans, green pepper, onion, and celery in a large bowl; toss to mix.
• whisk together the oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and sugar in a separate bowl until the sugar is dissolved; pour over the bean mixture. refrigerate 8 hours or overnight before serving.

Lamb Chops With Apple Curry Sauce

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 (1 inch thick) boneless lamb chops
• vegetable oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 large apple, cored and diced
• 1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 2 cups apple juice
• 1/4 cup margarine
• 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 3 tablespoons ground curry powder, or to taste
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 50 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• season lamb chops with salt and pepper. in a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown lamb chops in a small amount of oil, flipping once to brown both sides. arrange chops in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
• in the same skillet, melt margarine over medium heat. cook and stir onions and apples in margarine until caramelized. stir in applesauce, apple juice, chicken bouillon, garlic, and curry powder. season to taste with salt and pepper. pour over chops, and cover dish with foil.
• bake in a preheated 400 degrees f (200 degrees c) for 40 minutes, or until lamb chops are cooked through.

Rock's T-bone Steaks

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 teaspoons salt, or to taste
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
• 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander, or to taste
• 3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric, or to taste
• 4 (16 ounce) t-bone steaks, at room temperature

Recipe

Preparation Time: 8 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 15 mins


• preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate. stir the salt, paprika, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, coriander, and turmeric together in a small bowl; set aside.
• rub the steaks on all sides with the seasoning mixture. cook on the preheated grill to your desired degree of doneness, 3 to 3 1/2 minutes per side for medium-rare. an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 130 degrees f (54 degrees c).

vegan curried rice

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon ground curry powder, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon chili powder, or to taste
• 1 cube vegetable bouillon
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 cup uncooked white rice

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over low heat. sweat the garlic; when the garlic becomes aromatic, slowly stir in pepper, cumin, curry powder and chili powder. when spices begin to fry and become fragrant, stir in the bouillon cube and a little water.
• increase heat to high and add the rest of the water and the soy sauce. just before the mixture comes to a boil, stir in rice. bring to a rolling boil; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed.
• remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.

chorizo and lentil stew

Ingredients

• Servings: 5
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, sliced
• 3/4 pound bulk chorizo sausage
• 5 ribs celery, sliced
• 1 cup dried lentils
• 3 cups water
• 1 teaspoon ground dried turmeric
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 50 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. stir in garlic, and cook until it turns golden brown, about 45 seconds. add the chorizo sausage; cook and stir until the sausage is crumbly and beginning to brown, about 4 minutes. stir in celery, and cook until the celery softens, about 4 minutes more.
• pour off any excess grease from the sausage, then add the lentils and water. season with turmeric, curry powder, and cumin. bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 40 minutes. season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

spanish rice

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
• 1/4 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
• 4 cups water

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• in a large skillet, combine oil, rice, onion, green pepper and salt and pepper until the rice is a light brown color. remove skillet from stove.
• mix tomatoes into the mixture. pour in water (it should cover the entire mixture; use more if necessary). return the skillet to the stovetop and bring the mixture to a full boil; salt and pepper to taste. when the mixture begins to boil, cover the skillet, and reduce heat to a simmer. cook 12 to 15 minutes and never, i mean never, remove the cover. after 12 to 15 minutes, turn stove off and let stand for another 12 to 15 minutes. do not remove cover until the final 15 minutes has elapsed!

chocolate-chocolate chip bacon cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 6 slices maple-cured bacon, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 1 cup softened butter
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup cocoa powder
• 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chunks

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 32 mins


• preheat an oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate. crumble.
• beat the sugar, butter, eggs, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer in a large bowl until fluffy and smooth. stir in flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. mix in the chocolate chips and bacon. drop cookies by rounded spoonfuls ungreased cookie sheets.
• bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven. let stand 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Chop Suey

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/4 cup shortening
• 1 1/2 cups diced lamb loin
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 cup diced celery
• 1 cup hot water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can bean sprouts, drained and rinsed
• 1/3 cup cold water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon white sugar

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• heat shortening in a large, deep skillet. sear lamb until it turns white, then add onion and saute for 5 minutes. add celery, hot water, salt and pepper. cover skillet and simmer for 5 minutes. add sprouts and heat to boiling.
• in a small bowl combine the cold water, cornstarch, soy sauce and sugar. mix together and add to skillet mixture. cook for 5 minutes, or until thickened to taste.

Haitian French Toast

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 french baguette
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1 dash ground nutmeg
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar for dusting

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 4 hrs 20 mins


• cut loaf ends off and reserve for another use. cut remaining loaf into 1 1/2 inch slices; let stand 4 hours or overnight.
• in a 9x13 inch baking pan, combine orange juice, cream, eggs ground cinnamon and white sugar. place bread slices in pan and turn until liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
• in a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. add bread slices and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes. dust generously with confectioners' sugar and serve warm.

Brunch Potato Casserole

Ingredients

• Servings: 15
• 4 pounds new potatoes, skinned, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 pound processed cheese food, cubed
• 2 cups mayonnaise
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 pound bacon, cooked crisp and chopped

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• place potatoes in a large pan, fill with water to cover potatoes, and bring to a boil. cook until potatoes are just soft. drain, place in a large bowl. while the potatoes are still hot, gently stir in cheese without mashing potatoes. continue to stir, every minute or so, until cheese is melted.
• in a separate bowl, stir together mayonnaise, onion, and bacon. gently stir into potatoes and cheese. spread into a 13x9-inch baking dish.
• bake in a preheated oven for 50 minutes.

Pineapple Zucchini Muffins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 cups white sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon baking soda
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 2 cups vegetable oil
• 6 eggs
• 3 cups shredded zucchini
• 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
• 3 teaspoons vanilla extract

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 55 mins


• preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c). grease and flour 4 muffin pans, or use paper liners.
• in a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. make a well in the center, and pour in the oil, eggs, zucchini, pineapple and vanilla. mix until smooth. fill muffin cups 2/3 to 3/4 full.
• bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

favorite old fashioned gingerbread

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 egg
• 1 cup molasses
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 cup hot water

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). greased and flour one 9 inch square pan.
• cream together the sugar and butter or margarine. add egg, and beat well. mix in the molasses.
• sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger and clove. add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture; add the hot water, and mix well.
• pour batter into pan and bake for one hour. allow to cool in pan and serve.

's German Turkey

Ingredients

• Servings: 18
• 1 (18 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed
• 1 medium onion, peeled
• 1 large carrot, peeled
• 1 stalk celery
• 1 apple, stem removed
• 1 orange
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon soul food seasoning
• 1 pound sliced smoked bacon
• 1 turkey sized oven bag

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 4 hrs

Ready Time: 4 hrs 25 mins


• preheat the oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• rinse the turkey, pat dry and place in a large roasting pan. insert the onion, carrot, and celery into the cavity of the bird. poke holes in the apple and orange so they will release their juices, and stuff them into the bird. you may have to cut some things in half to get them all inside. spread oil all over the outside of the bird, and season with salt, pepper and soul food seasoning.
• place the turkey into an oven bag, and set back into the pan with the breast facing up. lay strips of bacon over the entire top. close the bag.
• roast the turkey for about 4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 180 degrees f (82 degrees c) when taken in the thickest part of the thigh. let the turkey rest for 10 or 15 minutes before carving, and use the drippings in your favorite gravy recipe.

Honey Dijon Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon honey
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins


• whisk balsamic vinegar, olive oil, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

Cookies Iii

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 cup margarine
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring
• 1/2 cup peppermint candy canes, crushed
• 1/2 cup white sugar for decoration

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 9 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• in a large bowl, cream together the margarine, white sugar and confectioners' sugar. beat in the egg, vanilla and peppermint extracts. combine the flour and salt; stir into the creamed mixture until well blended. cover or wrap dough and chill for at least one hour.
• preheat the oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). grease cookie sheets. divide dough into halves. color one half red by mixing in the food color. roll a small amount of each dough into a 2 inch long worm. roll them together in a twisted rope and curve the end like a cane. place prepared cookie sheets.
• bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. in a small bowl, mix together the crushed and remaining white sugar. roll hot cookies in the sugar mixture.

cheesy fried potatoes

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 slices bacon
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon diced onion
• 4 potatoes, peeled and sliced
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• place bacon in a large, deep skillet. cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. remove bacon from pan, drain and crumble; leave grease in pan.
• heat bacon grease over medium heat and stir in butter. add onion and potatoes. cover pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are golden brown.
• crack eggs on top of potatoes and stir gently to combine. sprinkle with salt, pepper, cheese and bacon. continue cooking until eggs are firm and cheese is melted.

fresh spinach salad

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• 1/3 cup ketchup
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 5 slices bacon
• 3 eggs
• 1 pound fresh spinach - rinsed, dried and torn into bite size pieces
• 1 (4 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• in a blender or food processor, combine sugar, vinegar, oil, worcestershire sauce, ketchup and onion, and process until smooth. set aside.
• place bacon in a large, deep skillet. cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. drain, crumble and set aside.
• place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
• in a large bowl, toss together the spinach, water chestnuts, bacon and eggs. serve with the dressing.

Pumpkin Layer Cheesecake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 5 hrs 40 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c.)
• in a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar and vanilla. with an electric mixer, beat on medium speed until smooth. blend in eggs. reserve 1 cup of cream cheese mixture and set aside. pour remaining mixture into pie crust.
• into the reserved cream cheese mixture, stir pumpkin puree, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. pour over the top of the plain filling in the crust.
• bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until center of pie is almost set. allow to cool, then refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.

Roasted Kohlrabi

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 kohlrabi bulbs, peeled
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• preheat an oven to 450 degrees f (230 degrees c).
• cut the kohlrabi into 1/4 inch thick slices, then cut each of the slices in half. combine olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper in a large bowl. toss kohlrabi slices in the olive oil mixture to coat. spread kohlrabi in a single layer on a baking sheet.
• bake in the preheated oven until browned, 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally in order to brown evenly. remove from oven and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. return to the oven to allow the parmesan cheese to brown, about 5 minutes. serve immediately.

Jelly Cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup raspberry preserves
• 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease baking sheets.
• cream the butter with the white sugar and brown sugar. beat in the egg and vanilla.
• mix the flour and baking powder together. stir in the flour mixture into the butter mixture and combine.
• form dough into 1 inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. make an indentation in each cookie and fill with jam. bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for 12 to 15 minutes. let cool completely and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

fresh spinach salad

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• 1/3 cup ketchup
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 5 slices bacon
• 3 eggs
• 1 pound fresh spinach - rinsed, dried and torn into bite size pieces
• 1 (4 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• in a blender or food processor, combine sugar, vinegar, oil, worcestershire sauce, ketchup and onion, and process until smooth. set aside.
• place bacon in a large, deep skillet. cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. drain, crumble and set aside.
• place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
• in a large bowl, toss together the spinach, water chestnuts, bacon and eggs. serve with the dressing.

Whole Grain Healthy Banana Bread

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 3/4 cup splenda® sugar blend
• 3/4 cup flax seed meal
• 5 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/4 cup skim milk
• 1/4 cup low-fat sour cream
• 2 teaspoons egg whites
• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins


• preheat the oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
• in a medium bowl, mix together the sugar blend, flax meal, bananas, milk, sour cream and egg whites until well blended. combine the flour, baking soda and salt; stir into the banana mixture until moistened. spoon into prepared loaf pan.
• bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the crown of the loaf comes out clean.

Quick Sunshine Cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 (18.25 ounce) package moist yellow cake mix
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, juice reserved
• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 1 (5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice

Recipe

• beat the eggs, and add them to the boxed cake mix. add the oil and the mandarine oranges to the batter; remember to add the juice as well as the fruit. pour the batter into a greased and floured 9 x 13 inch pan.
• bake the cake for 40 minutes in a preheated oven at 325 degrees f (165 degrees c). cool on wire rack.
• while cake is baking, prepare the frosting by mixing together the whipped dessert topping, the package of instant pudding, and the crushed pineapple with its juices. set frosting in refrigerator to set. frost when cake has thoroughly cooled.

Cream Of Chicken Breasts

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1 pinch poultry seasoning
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can milk

Recipe

• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• place chicken in a 9x13 inch baking dish and season to taste.
• mix soup with soup can of milk/half-and-half/water (if desired, use 2 cans to make sauce thicker). pour soup mixture evenly over chicken and bake in the preheated oven for about 1 1/2 hours or until chicken is no longer pink and is tender.

blonde brownies iii

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup butter
• 2 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 45 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease a 15 x 10 x 1 inch baking pan.
• sift flour, baking powder and salt together, and set aside. using a large pan, melt the butter and stir in the brown sugar. let this cool for about 10 minutes and then add the eggs one at a time. be sure to beat well after adding each egg. add the flour mixture, the nuts and the chocolate chips and blend well. spread in the greased pan.
• bake 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven or until the edges begin to pull away from the sides. cut into small squares when cool.

fresh blueberry pie ii

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 prepared 8 inch pastry shell, baked and cooled
• 2 pints fresh blueberries
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 cup white sugar

Recipe

• pour one pint of the blueberries into the baked pie shell.
• combine flour, butter, lemon juice and sugar. mix thoroughly. add the remaining pint of blueberries and bring just to a boil over medium heat. berries should begin to pop open.
• pour cooked berries over fresh berries. chill pie and serve with whipped cream.

Pumpkin Layer Cheesecake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 5 hrs 40 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c.)
• in a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar and vanilla. with an electric mixer, beat on medium speed until smooth. blend in eggs. reserve 1 cup of cream cheese mixture and set aside. pour remaining mixture into pie crust.
• into the reserved cream cheese mixture, stir pumpkin puree, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. pour over the top of the plain filling in the crust.
• bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until center of pie is almost set. allow to cool, then refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.

salt and vinegar chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 2 cups vinegar
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 3 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 8 boneless chicken thighs, with skin

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs


• in a large bowl, mix the vinegar, vegetable oil, egg, salt, and poultry seasoning. place the chicken thighs in the bowl, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 1 hour.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• arrange the chicken thighs in a baking dish, and cover with about 1/4 of the marinade mixture.
• bake chicken 30 minutes in the preheated oven. drain off the marinade so that the chicken skin will become crisp (a baster works well for extracting the marinade). continue baking 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.

Fry Bread I

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
• 4 cups shortening for frying

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• combine flour, salt, and baking powder. stir in 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water. knead until soft but not sticky. shape dough into balls about 3 inches in diameter. flatten into patties 1/2 inch thick, and make a small hole in the center of each patty.
• fry one at a time in 1 inch of hot shortening, turning to brown on both sides. drain on paper towels.

Coconut-curry Lentil Stew Served Over Quinoa

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 2 cups quinoa
• 3 1/2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 5 large tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup water
• 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon molasses
• 1/4 cup coconut powder
• 1 (4 inch) cinnamon stick
• 3 tablespoons curry powder
• 2 tablespoons ground coriander
• 2 cups red lentils
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• soak the quinoa in a bowl filled with cold water for 5 minutes, then drain using a fine mesh strainer, and rinse with running water. set the strainer aside so the quinoa can drain, then bring 3 1/2 cups of water and 1 tablespoon of salt to a boil in a saucepan. stir in the quinoa, cover, and reduce the heat to medium-low. simmer until the quinoa has absorbed the liquid and is tender, about 15 minutes. set aside, and keep warm.
• melt the coconut oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. add the onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. stir in the tomatoes, and cook for 5 minutes more. pour in the water and coconut milk, and add the molasses, coconut powder, cinnamon, curry powder, and ground coriander. bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then stir in the lentils, and cook until just tender, 10 to 15 minutes. stir frequently as the lentils cook to keep them from sticking. be careful not to overcook them, as they will quickly loose shape and become a paste.
• once the lentils are done, season to taste with salt and pepper, and stir in the chopped cilantro. serve the lentil stew over a bed of quinoa.

caribbean coconut chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 onions, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 tablespoon chopped roasted garlic
• 1/2 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes

Recipe

• preheat oven to 425 degrees f (220 degrees c).
• in a large skillet, fry chicken breast in vegetable oil until the chicken just begins to brown.
• stir onions, green bell peppers and red bell peppers into the skillet with the chicken. saute until the onions are translucent. when the vegetables are translucent, stir in the garlic and coconut milk. let the mixture cook 5 to 8 minutes before removing the skillet from the heat. season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
• transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish and bake in a 425 degrees f (220 degrees c) oven for 45 minutes, or until the vegetables cook down and the chicken is tender.

waistline-friendly turkey chili

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup medium salsa
• 1 cup chipotle barbeque sauce
• 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon dried cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup fat-free sour cream, for garnish (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins

Ready Time: 1 hr 35 mins


• heat a large, nonstick pot over medium-high heat and stir in the ground turkey, onion, garlic, green pepper, and red pepper. cook and stir until the turkey is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. pour in the tomatoes, salsa, barbeque sauce, green chiles, corn, and black beans. season with lime juice, cumin, red pepper flakes, chili powder, and cilantro. bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the flavors develop, 1 to 3 hours. serve with a dollop of sour cream on each serving.

Flat Iron Steak With Three Pepper Rub

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 pounds flat iron steaks

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 15 mins


• stir together the paprika, salt, sugar, chili powder, chipotle powder, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin in a small bowl until blended. rub the seasoning mix all over the flat iron steaks, then wrap them tightly with plastic wrap. marinate in the refrigerator 2 to 8 hours (the longer the better).
• preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil grate.
• cook the steaks on the preheated grill until cooked to your desired degree of doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium. allow the steaks to rest for 5 minutes in a warm location before slicing.

Greek Green Beans

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 3/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cups chopped onions
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 pounds fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed
• 3 large tomatoes, diced
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• salt to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 55 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins


• heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. cook and stir the onions and garlic in the skillet until tender.
• mix the green beans, tomatoes, sugar, and salt into the skillet. reduce heat to low, and continue cooking 45 minutes, or until beans are soft.

cottage cheese spinach chicken

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
• 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 2 tablespoons -style seasoning
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• squeeze excess water out of thawed spinach; in a large bowl, mix spinach with onion and cottage cheese and set aside.
• season chicken breasts with -style seasoning, then place 1/4 of cheese/spinach mixture in the center of each breast and fold in half. secure with toothpicks and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
• drizzle with melted butter and bake at 350 degrees f (175 degrees c) for about 25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.