Recipes
Cherry Squares
Ingredients1 cup shortening 1 3/4 cups sugar 4 eggs 1 tsp vanilla 3 cups sifted flour 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon 1/4 cup sugar 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie fillingDirectionsStep 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Step 2 Cream shortening, sugar and eggs. Then add ...
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Brian’s Fudge
Ingredients1 (5 oz) can evaporated milk 1 cup sugar Dash of salt 2 cups pecans, choppedDirectionsStep 1Combine all ingredients and cook in a pot over medium heat until it's reached the soft ball stage Soft ball stage has a temperature between 234 and 238 degrees. Without a candy thermometer you ...
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Quick Rum Cake
Ingredients1 cup chopped pecans 1 package yellow cake mix 1 package French vanilla instant pudding 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup and 2 ounces rum 4 eggs 1 stick butter 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup waterDirectionsStep 1Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Step 2 Sprinkle chopped pecans on bottom of greased ...
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Ice Box Cookies
Ingredients4 1/2 cups flour 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup brown sugar 3 eggs 1 tsp soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/2 cups shortening 1 cup white sugar 1 cup pecans, choppedDirectionsStep 1Cream sugar and shortening. Sift together the dry ingredients and add to the creamed mixture. ...
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Creole Honey Cake
Ingredients2 sticks butter 1 cup honey 4 eggs 1 1/2 tsp lemon juice 3 cups flour 2 1/4 tbsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 cup pecans, chopped 1 cup fruit, choppedDirectionsStep 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Step 2 In a medium saucepan, melt butter with honey. Remove from heat. ...
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Della’s Pecan Pralines III
I gave this recipe to my friend 30 years ago and she still makes these today. These are just wonderful for holiday eating or filling candy tins. Ingredients1 cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar (1/2 dark, 1/2 light) Dash of salt 1/2 cup evaporated milk 2 tbsp light Karo Syrup ...
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Forgotten Cookies
Ingredients2 egg whites Pinch salt 1 cup pecans, chopped 1/2 tsp cream of tartar 3/4 cup sugar 1 (6 oz) package semi-sweet chocolate chipsDirectionsStep 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Step 2 In a stand mixer, beat egg whites, tartar, and salt at high speed until stiff. Step 3 Gradually add ...
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Oatmeal Tollhouse Cookies
Ingredients3 cups flour 2 tsp baking soda 2 tsp salt 2 cups shortening 1 1/2 cups brown sugar 1 1/2 cups white sugar 4 eggs 2 tsp vanilla 4 cups rolled oats 9 oz chocolate chipsDirectionsStep 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Step 2 In large mixing bowl, sift flour, and ...
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Coconut Pecan Icing – German Chocolate
This recipe has been in the family a long time. One of the best icings for any type of cake or brownies, but really great for a German Chocolate Cake or the groom’s cake at a wedding. Ingredients1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk 1 cup sugar 3 egg yolks 1 ...
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Red Velvet Cake
IngredientsFrosting – 1st step 1 cup milk 1/4 cup flour Dash of salt For the Cake 1/2 cup Crisco 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 eggs 2 cups flour 1 cup buttermilk 1/2 tsp salt 1 tbsp cocoa 1 tsp vanilla 2 ounces red food coloring 1 tsp soda 1 tbsp ...
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Lana’s Creamy Pecan Pralines IV
Ingredients1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 2 cups sugar 2/3 cup milk 2 cups pecans, coarsely chopped 1 tsp vanilla 2 tsp butter or margarineDirectionsStep 1In a small heavy skillet on medium heat, caramelize the sugar. Combine sugar and water in the pan, stirring until it is hard to stir ...
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Momma’s Pralines V
Another classic praline recipe for holiday gift giving or just to keep for yourself. Ingredients2 cups white sugar 1 cup light brown sugar 1 stick butter 1 cup milk 2 tbsp Karo white syrup 4 cups pecan halves 2 tsp vanilla extractDirectionsStep 1Combine all of the ingredients (except the vanilla) ...
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Quick Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients1 cup creamy peanut butter 1 cup sugar 1 egg 1 tsp vanillaDirectionsStep 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine all ingredients and roll into 1 to 2 inch balls. Step 2 On a cookie sheet, press the balls down with a fork, creating a multi-lined 'X.' Bake 350 degrees 10 ...
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Dixie Peanut Brittle (With Cajun Flair)
Ingredients1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup Brown sugar 1 cup light corn syrup 1/2 cup water 1/2 tsp salt 3 cups raw shelled Virginia style peanuts, skins on 2 tbsp butter 2 tsp baking soda 1 tsp vanilla Candy ThermometerDirectionsStep 1In a heavy saucepan (4 quarts or larger), heat sugar, ...
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Peanut Butter/Oatmeal No Bake Cookies
Ingredients1 cup butter 2 cups sugar 4 tbsp cocoa powder 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup peanut butter 1 tsp vanilla 3 cups oatmealDirectionsStep 1In a medium saucepan, melt butter. Step 2Add sugar, cocoa, and milk. Bring to a boil and boil for exactly one minute. Step 3Remove from heat and ...
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No Bake Fruit Cake
Speed up your holiday cooking with this no bake fruit cake. Time saved and the cake has such a delicious flavor. Ingredients1 lb vanilla wafers 1 lb dates 1/4 lb shredded coconut 1 (8 oz) jar maraschino cherries, drained 2 cups pecans, chopped 2 cups walnuts 1 lb marshmallows 1 ...
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Millionaire Chocolate
Ingredients4 1/2 cups sugar 1 can Pet milk 1 stick butter 1 lb pecans 1 jar marshmallow crème 2 (6 oz) packages semi-sweet chocolateDirectionsStep 1In a medium saucepan, mix sugar, milk and butter. Boil slowly for 7 1/2 minutes then remove from heat. Step 2 Mix in pecans, marshmallow crème ...
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Banana Pineapple Cake
Take those frozen bananas out of your freezer (the ones that were going to go bad) and use them in this mouth-watering treat. Ingredients3 cups flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp salt 1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil 1 (8 oz) crushed pineapple sugar-free 1 1/2 ...
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Sour Cream Coconut Cake
If you like coconut then this cake is for you. The sour cream gives a taste twist. Ingredients1 box white cake mix 1 (16 oz) tub sour cream large 2 cups sugar 18 ounces frozen coconutDirectionsStep 1Allow the coconut to thaw. Bake White cake mix for a two-layer cake according ...
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The Best Sugar Cookies Ever
This classic sugar cookie is made easier with this no fail recipe. Bring them with you on your duck hunts, skiing trips or white water rafting. Great to snack on after expending all that energy. Ingredients1 cup butter (softened to room temperature) 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 medium eggs 4 ...
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