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.

Prune Cake

I am a little skeptical of making a cake with prunes, but I understand this is pretty good.

Wendy’s Chili

We really liked this version of chili. Unfortunately I have several children who only want our “family favorite” chili with spaghetti in it.

Souplantation Chicken Pot Pie Stew

  Souplantation Chicken Pot Pie Stew I tweaked this very slightly from the original Souplantation recipe. I added corn, which was not originally called for. 1¼ lbs red potatoes (¾” cubed )2 Tbsp canola oil1 lb raw chicken breast (cooked and sliced into bite size...

Northern Style Lasagna

This lasagna recipe is from Good Housekeeping magazine and has a hint of nutmeg, layered with ground beef and pork, ricotta cheese, and lasagna noodles.

Eggplant Parmesan

For this recipe, you need eggplant, tomato sauce, parsley, onion, oregano, and mozzarella cheese.

Pecan Tassies

  Pecan Tassies Dough1 pkg (3 oz cream cheese)1 stick (1/2 c butter)1 c sifted flourFilling:1 egg (well beaten)¾ c light brown sugar2 tbsp butterpinch salt½ tsp vanilla½ c finely ground pecans DoughBlend cream cheese and butter, and then add flour.Shape dough...

Orange Cake

This recipe was in my mother’s collection. I don’t know who Mrs. Isenboth is. She is credited with this recipe.

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...

Spaghetti Pie

The spaghetti serves as the “crust” for this casserole. Then layer with ricotta, and meat mixture.

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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