French Pancakes (Crepes)

  French Pancakes (Crepes) These were frequently made for breakfast every morning that I spent the night at my friend Christy's house. The recipe came from her mother. Since Sally had 4 children who would often all have someone spending the night it took quite a...

Instant Pot Turkey Breast

  Instant Pot Turkey Breast Cook a turkey breast - or two - in a pressure cooker from frozen! 3 lb Butterball (or other) Turkey Breast (the herb one is nice)2-3 stalks celery (to fit on the bottom of pot)1 onion (cut in large chunks)2 Tbsp butter (sliced in...

Peanut Butter Cookies

Peanut butter cookies are another favorite of mine, besides snickerdoodles.

Broccoli Casserole

Combine mushroom soup, celery soup, cheddar cheese, and Ritz crackers with broccoli for this casserole from my grandmother, Thelma Beatty.

Hot Chicken Salad

This is an interesting combination of chicken, soup, stuffing, and potato chips.

Peanut Brittle

My Aunt Carol’s famous peanut brittle.

Baked Brie

I love cheese.

El Torito’s Sweet Corn Cake

  El Torito’s Sweet Corn Cake 2/3 c unsalted butter1/3 c masa harina (see note)4 tbsp cold water10 oz frozen corn kernels (or corn from 2 large fresh cobs)3 tbsp cornmeal1/3 c sugar2 tbsp whipping cream¼ tsp baking powder¼ tsp salt Place butter in mixing bowl and...

Chinese Beef with Peppers

This was my grandmother Thelma’s Chinese beef with peppers, mushrooms, chopped onion, celery, green pepper, and soy sauce.

Chicken Noodle Casserole

  Chicken Noodle Casserole 1 c chicken broth3 stalks diced celery½ c chopped onion3 c cubed chicken4 oz can mushroom pieces1 can cream of chicken soup (diluted with 1/2 c milk)1 c sour cream1 c mayonnaise½ tsp salt4 oz pkg egg noodles2-3 cups shredded sharp...
Double Batch Buttercream Base

Double Batch Buttercream Base

Double Batch Buttercream Base This recipe is for making frosting for two different cakes, so does not need to be doubled -it is already. The idea behind this was that sometimes I am making two different cakes for a party and one is chocolate and the other is not. This...

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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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