Walnut Maple Cake

This cake recipe came from my grandmother, Thelma Beatty. It doesn’t say what frosting should be used for it, but am guessing that a brown-sugar frosting would probably be good.

Caramel Icing

Again, another recipe for caramel icing. This one is from my grandmother Gladah Childs. The other one is the one we usually use though.

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...

Butter Pecan Cake

This is a very rich cake that requires a can of coconut pecan frosting IN the cake batter! Interesting take.

Southern Scalloped Potatoes

I love scalloped potatoes. One of my favorites.

Chicken Biscuit Pie

This is like a chicken pot pie only with biscuits.

Cheese Soufflé

This recipe just says “cheese” and doesn’t specify what kind of cheese. Recipes that I looked up call for sharp cheddar and parmesan, but I am sure those aren’t the only options.

Chicken Tetrazzini

I liked this one when I was a kid. I have trouble eating pasta these days, but I do like this recipe.

Chicken Tortilla and Lime Soup

  Chicken Tortilla and Lime Soup I made a large version of this recipe. If you are wanting to make a smaller version, use one Rotel tomatoes with chilies and 1/4 cup lime juice instead.  Soup Base2-4 chicken pieces (skinless, boneless)8 cups chicken broth1...

Pumpkin Chaffles

These are one of my favorite recipes for chaffles. You would never know they were made of cheese!

Jack in the Box Tacos

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.

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