Elephant Ears

This recipe was posted in the San Diego Union Tribune newspaper when I was a kid.

Pasta Primavera

This recipe can be used with any in-season vegetables, such as broccoli, zucchini, cauliflower squash, and carrots.

Cucumber Salad

Thinly sliced cucumbers, heavy cream, and lime juice.

Kimberly’s Version of El Torito’s Tortilla Soup

  Kimberly’s Version of El Torito’s Tortilla Soup 5-6 chicken thighs or 5 breasts (can use less)1 large can tomato juice3 cans chicken broth1 large can stewed and peeled tomatoes (cut in quarters)3 zucchini (sliced or cut in ½” pieces)3 yellow squash (sliced or...

Mayonnaise Cake

This is a very moist chocolate cake.

Chicken Pillows

  Chicken Pillows 1 whole chicken breast1 garlic clove (halved)1 oz mozzarella cheese2 tbsp bread crumbs2 tbsp sherry1 tbsp butterpepper to taste1 tbsp chopped parsley Remove bones from breast. Cut in half and pound lightly.Slice cheese thinly. Place cheese over...

Beef Stroganoff with Ground Beef

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

Cornbread Chili Bake

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

Southern Scalloped Potatoes

I love scalloped potatoes. One of my favorites.

Overnight Cranberry Salad

This salad has cranberries, mini marshmallows, diced apples, grapes, walnuts, and whipped cream.

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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