We have been waiting for this class, we talked about it on several occasions, we planned, we even giggled, tonight we are posting, for the first time, the Cooking Class on the blog!!!! Class has proceeded quite well. We are starting a new feature, teaching a cooking skill during each class. Tonight’s skill is cutting…
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Spinach Salad
Prep time: 30 minutes Difficulty: Serves 8 1 large bag fresh baby spinach 1/2 red onion, sliced thin 8 raw mushrooms, sliced thin 2 hard-cooked eggs, sliced or chopped 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted 5 slices bacon, cubed and fried until crisp Combine in salad bowl and top Honey Poppy-Seed Dressing
Florida Baked Beans
This recipe was given to us by a dear friend during our last stay in Florida, and so the name. These quantities easily serves 8 to 10 , it is easy to multiply and good for pot-lucks for large crowds. Actually our friend made it in 2 gallon batches that took 3 hours to cook and…
Two More Parties!
What a hoot! Three parties in two weeks, and we are not talking April Fools!! April 1st 2016 was Jason’s 25 year anniversary with D&L Foundry . They chose to celebrate his years of diligent commitment and outstanding accomplishment with a gathering of business associates , friends, and family at a surprise party at…
Angie’s Salad
Prep time: 30 min. Difficulty: Serves 12 This isn’t our Angie’s salad, but that’s how the family identify’s it, hence it’s listing. We prefer the Honey Poppy Seed Dressing on this salad of many flavors. 1 head each of red and green ruffled lettuce 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, or pecans 2 apples cut in bite…
Easter 2016
What a wonderful weekend. We had various shifts of family members and menus. It was all good!!!! So here for you to see, and reflect on, are snap shots of the “happening” in all phases….. Saturday lunch was Beer Cheese Soup with Jeff’s homemade soft pretzels. ( Both recipes can be found on the blog) …
I Love a Party!
We’re waiting for you… Its been awhile since I’ve written. I have been busy posting recipes, learning to edit said postings, learning how to navigate the blog, as well as how to help you readers get around. I also have been inviting authors, (sons) to post their recipes. I just can’t emphasize enough, how difficult…
Meatball Medley
This appetizer is a real family favorite! It’s fun to bring, fun to serve, and delicious to eat!! Prep time: Start a day ahead, it needs to marinate Difficulty: Serves 20 3 lbs. meatballs , uncooked 1 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger 6 cloves garlic Combine above ingredients in a…
Jeff’s Creme Brulee
Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 40-50 minutes Difficulty: Servings:6 for most, 4 for me Ingredients: 1 large egg, 4 large egg yolks, 1/2cup sugar plus some for topping, 3 cups heavy cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, tablespoon orange liqueur preheat oven to 300. In the bowl of an electric mixer (fitted with the paddle…
Peanut Brittle
Prep time: 30 minutes Difficulty Makes 1 1/2 pounds 1 cup Karo light syrup 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 2 tablespoons margarine 1 cup salted peanuts 1 teaspoon baking soda Combine Karo, sugar, water and margarine in a 2 quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved and mixture comes…
Easy Chicken and Cheese Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes Difficulty Servings 6 1 can (10 3/4 oz.)Cream of Chicken Soup 1/2 cup sour cream 1 cup picante sauce 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 cups chopped cooked chicken 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 6 – 6″ flour tortillas 1 small tomato, chopped 1 green onion, sliced…
Raisin Bran Muffins
Prep time: 15 minutes Cook at: 375 degrees Bake time: 20 minutes Servings: 4 dozen 5 cups flour 3 cups sugar 5 teaspoons baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 box (15 oz. ) Raisin Bran 4 eggs 1 quart buttermilk 1 cup oil Mix flour, sugar, baking soda and salt in large bowl. Stir…