Recipes
Pumpkin Pie or Sweet Potato Pie
I was given this recipe over 30 years ago. Very versatile, the pumpkin pie is great for using leftovers from your Jack-o’-lanterns. You can even use sweet potatoes in place of the pumpkin, if you prefer. Ingredients1 1/2 cups mashed pumpkin or sweet potatoes 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 tsp salt ...
Read moreRicki’s Noodle Seafood
This noodle seafood casserole is flavorful and easy; a great presentation for guests. Ingredients2 lbs crawfish or shrimp 2 sticks margarine or butter 3 onions, chopped 2 bell peppers, chopped 3 stalks of celery, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced fine 4 tbsp parsley, chopped fine 1/4 cup flour 1 pint ...
Read moreJohn’s Pound Cake
One of the best pound cake recipes around. Add a cup of our great Southern coffee and hospitality and you’re one of the greatest chef’s around. Ingredients1 box Deluxe Yellow Cake Mix 1 package vanilla instant pudding mix 1/3 cup of Crisco or margarine 4 eggs 1 cup water 1/2 ...
Read moreRocky Road Candy
Fill up the Christmas Candy jars or gift tins with this wonderful great tasting candy. Ingredients1 (12 oz) package chocolate chips 1 (12 oz) package butterscotch chips 1 cup peanut butter 1 (10.5 oz) package miniature marshmallows 1 cup salted peanutsDirectionsStep 1In a large, microwave-safe dish, combine the chocolate, butterscotch, ...
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Ribbon Fantasy Fudge aka Peanut Butter Fudge
This is a sweet and decadent fudge, a certain crowd-pleaser. Ingredients3 cups granulated sugar 3/4 cup margarine 2/3 cup evaporated milk 1 (6 oz) package semi-sweet chocolate (or butterscotch) chips 1 (7 oz) jar Kraft Marshmallow Crème 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 cup creamy peanut butterDirectionsStep 1Combine 1 1/2 cups of ...
Read moreStrawberry Candy
Sweet, red strawberry candy that’s perfect for Christmas or Valentine’s day. Ingredients2 6oz packages strawberry jello regular or sugar free 2 cups shredded coconut 2 cups chopped pecans 2 tsp vanilla 1 (14 oz) can condensed milk Coating and stems: Silvered almonds 4 tsp red food color 2 tsp green ...
Read moreBanana a’ la Rum
A sweet, but not overwhelming, desert. Ingredients4 ripe bananas 8 tbsp butter 2/3 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup dark Rum 1 tbsp grated orange peelDirectionsStep 1Cut banana in half lengthwise. Set aside. Step 2Melt butter in a saucepan, stirring in the sugar and rum. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally ...
Read moreTater Tot Delight
A quick, easy and satisfying dish sure to satisfy even the most hungry of children. The tater tots can be placed and baked on top of the casserole or directly in the casserole. For variety crawfish or shrimp could be added to the dish. Ingredients1 package frozen tater tots / ...
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Crisp Oatmeal Cookies
These cookies were served in our school cafeteria; these were always the best tasting cookies when I was in school. Ingredients1 cup brown sugar 1 cup white sugar 1 cup shortening 2 eggs 1 1/2 cup rolled oats 2 cups flour 1 cup coconut 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp ...
Read moreEasy Strawberry Pecan Cookies
These are gobbled up quickly by my family when I bake them. Great as a Christmas candy treat. Ingredients1 box Duncan Hines Strawberry Supreme Cake Mix 2 tbsp water Red food coloring for desired coloring 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 eggs 1 cup chopped pecans chopped or quartered pecans or ...
Read moreCornbread Stuffing
The dressing can be used as a side dish in lieu of rice or for turkey, chicken or duck stuffing. Ingredients1 cup yellow cornmeal 3/4 cup flour 5 tsp baking powder 3/4 tsp salt 1 egg, slightly beaten 1 cup milk 2 tbsp shortening 6 slightly toasted sliced bread 2 ...
Read moreCornbread Stuffing – Dressing Mix
Great stuffing for your Christmas or Thanksgiving turkey or chicken. This is an old time classic cornbread mixture where all you do is add your favorite meat to the dressing mix and serve it alone or stuff your favorite meat with it. Ingredients1 cup yellow cornmeal 3/4 cup flour 5 ...
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Traditional Holiday Eggnog
Ingredients12 eggs, preferably fresh 1/2 tsp salt 2 quarts milk 1 cup brandy or whiskey 2 tbsp vanilla extract 1 cup sugar 3 tsp ground nutmeg 2 cups heavy cream or whipping creamDirectionsStep 1Prepare at least 4 hours before serving. In heavy 4 quart pan beat eggs, sugar, and salt ...
Read moreApple Pudding
Ingredients1 egg 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 cup chopped apple 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup chopped nuts 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1 1/2 tsp nutmeg Topping: 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup margarineDirectionsStep 1In a ...
Read moreApple Flapjacks
This is a nice way to spruce up your breakfast. Ingredients2 tbsp margarine or butter 2 tbsp packed brown sugar 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1 medium apple, thinly sliced 2 eggs 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1/2 cup milk 1/4 tsp saltDirectionsStep 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Step 2 Melt ...
Read morePecan Pralines II
Ingredients3/4 cup white granulated sugar 1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar 3/4 cup evaporated milk 1 cup pecans coarsely chopped 2 tbsp butter or margarine 1/8 tsp saltDirectionsStep 1Line 2 cookie sheets with wax paper. Set aside. Step 2In a large, nonstick pan or heavy cast iron pot, combine ...
Read morePecan Pralines I
Ingredients1 cup white sugar 1 cup brown sugar 1 dash of salt 1/2 cup milk 2 tbsp white Karo syrup 2 tbsp butter 1 tsp vanilla 1 1/2 cups pecan halvesDirectionsStep 1Mix the sugar, salt, milk and Karo syrup in a heavy 3-quart pan. Cook to a soft ball stage ...
Read moreGrannie’s Pralines I
Ingredients1 cup sugar 1 pinch salt 2 tbsp corn syrup 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup light brown sugar 1/2 cup evaporated milk 2 tbsp butter 2 cups pecansDirectionsStep 1Combine sugar, brown sugar, salt, milk and corn syrup. Mix and cook over medium heat to soft ball stage. Step 2 Remove ...
Read moreFig cake I – Gateau de Figue
One of the best Cajun known classics. Sit with your friend(s) and family and enjoy fig cake and a fresh cup of steamy coffee, coffee milk or a cold glass of root beer.. Ces’t si bon! Ingredients2 cups flour (all purpose) 2 cups sugar 1 cup cooking oil 3 ...
Read moreMeredith’s Oatmeal Cookies
A family favorite! I grew up eating these cookies, as did my children. Now their children will as soon as their first baby teeth come in. Ingredients2 cups brown sugar 2 cups granulated sugar 2 cups shredded coconut 1 lb Crisco 4 eggs 3 cups Quaker oats 4 cups flour ...
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