Sticky Icing (or 7 Minute Frosting)

One of the traditional icings that we have used in our family.

Hamburger Soup

This recipe is similar to the fiery hamburger soup.

Candied Sweet Potatoes

A simple recipe for candied yams or sweet potatoes that has been part of our Thanksgiving dinner since before I was born. There is no real measurements.

Sautéed Beef on Noodles

Ground beef, onions, tomatoes, and mushrooms on top of chow mein noodles.

Beef Stroganoff with Ground Beef

This version of beef stroganoff is made with ground beef and cream of chicken soup.

Bacon Cauliflower Salad

This salad will sit overnight in the refrigerator in layers. Before serving, mix all the ingredients together.

Hachee (Dutch Meat and Potatoes Dinner)

  Hachee 2 pounds stewing steak4 big onions3 tbsp flourwater (about 4 to 5 cups)2 beef bouillon cubes2 tbsp molasses (of appelstroop)2 slightly sweet and sour apples1 small can tomato paste (3 oz)1 rosemary sprig2 bay leaves4 cloves10 peppercornssalt and...

Cornbread Chili Bake

This is a cornbread-based chili casserole. The base is made from ground beef and kidney beans.

Apricot Gelatin Salad

This recipe is very similar to Bethany’s salad, but doesn’t have the shredded carrots and has mandarin oranges instead. This has apricot Jell-O, mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, cream cheese, and “Dream Whip”. Is Dream Whip still something you can buy? I have never used it.

Jack in the Box Tacos

You know the taco. The infamous taco that everyone makes fun of, but likes to eat anyway. While the real Jack in the Box tacos are actually soy, this recipe calls for ground beef and refried beans.

Fluffy Potato Dinner Rolls

Fluffy Potato Dinner Rolls

  Fluffy Potato Dinner Rolls Dough3/4 cup warm whole milk (110° F)2 1/2 tsp active dry yeast (or one packet)2 large Eggs (room temperature)1 cup mashed potatoes* (lightly packed)6 Tbsp butter (melted)¼ cup granulated granulated sugar2 tsp kosher salt1 - 2 tsp...

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Carob Frosting

Carob Frosting

Carob Frosting ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)½ cup coconut oil (room temperature)½ cup carob or cocoa powder¼ cup pure maple syrup¼ cup tapioca starch2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract In a large bowl using a hand mixer, a stand mixer would work too, beat butter and...

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Dylan’s Carob Cake

Dylan’s Carob Cake

  Dylan's Carob Cake ½ cup butter (soft)1 ¾ cup brown sugar2 eggs½ cup carob powder½ cup water2 ½ cup flour (white or wheat) (sifted)1 tsp baking soda1 tsp salt1 tsp instant coffee⅔ cup buttermilk1 ½ tsp vanilla⅔ cup chopped nuts Cream shortening (butter) with...

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Chili Cornbread Bake

Chili Cornbread Bake

  Chili Cornbread Bake Cornbread Mix1 large egg (lightly beaten)1/3 cup milk1 tsp ground cumin1/8 tsp ground cayenne pepper1 can cream-style corn (14.5 oz)1 can diced green chiles (4 oz, drained)1 box Jiffy Cornbread MixChili1 lb ground beef1 small onion (diced)1...

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KFC Coleslaw Recipe Copycat

KFC Coleslaw Recipe Copycat

  KFC Coleslaw Recipe Copycat ½ head cabbage (finely chopped (about 4 cups))½ medium carrot (finely chopped)2 Tbsp buttermilk4¼ tsp white vinegar1½ Tbsp onion (finely chopped)2 Tbsp whole milk¼ cup mayonnaise2 tsp lemon juice4 tsp sugar¼ tsp salt⅜ tsp pepper...

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