Recipes
Autumn Surprise Cake
Ingredients2 apples, chopped and unpeeled 1 cup sugar 1 1/2 cup flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup cooking oil 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 cup pecans, chopped 1/2 cup flaked coconutDirectionsStep 1In a medium bowl, mix the apples and sugar and let stand 15 minutes ...
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Fig Cobbler
Create a great dessert with Fig Preserves and a “mashe pan” – Â sweet “gateau sucre” cake topping type cake – one of the best!!! Ingredients1/4 cup butter or margarine 1 cup all purpose flour 1 cup sugar 2 tsp baking powder 1 cup milk 1 large egg or 2 small ...
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Dutch Oven Dove/Quail
Ingredients8 doves (or quail), cleaned and dressed Salt to taste Black and/or red pepper to taste Flour to coat doves 3 tbsp butter 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley 1/8 tsp thyme 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1 (4 oz) can button mushrooms 1 cup white wine or chicken brothDirectionsStep 1Melt ...
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Candy Cereal Treats
A different take on the classic Rice Krispies treat, always a hit with kids. Ingredients1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 2/3 cup brown sugar 2 egg yolks 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp salt 1 ½ cups all purpose flour 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda Topping 3 cups ...
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Caramelized Candy
Ingredients Ingredients3 cups sugar Pinch of salt Pinch of baking soda 1 tsp vanilla 1/4 stick butter 1 cup evaporated milk 3 cups pecans, coarsely chopped and roasted 1/4 cup waterDirectionsStep 1I find roasting enhances the flavor of the candy. Roasting is as easy a putting your pecans in the ...
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Sock-it-to-me Cake
Back in the 70’s this cake was one of the most popular cakes being baked. This is a moist melt in your mouth cake that has an amazing aroma that fills the house when it’s baking. Ingredients1 box butter cake mix 1/2 cup sugar 3/4 cup Crisco Oil 1/2 cup ...
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Eggnog
This popular eggnog is similar to a traditional German version. Warms the stomach and the soul, great for the Holidays. Ingredients6 egg yolks 3/4 box powdered sugar 1 (12 oz) can Pet milk 1/4 litre clear rum 1 tsp vanillaDirectionsStep 1Beat egg yolks, add milk, vanilla, and add powdered sugar ...
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Oyster Dressing II
Ingredients5 tbsp minced onions 1 1/2 cups chopped celery 1/4 cup butter 3 quarts French bread crumbs 4 tsp chopped parsley 2 eggs, slightly beaten 1 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 2 dozen oysters, chopped 1 cup turkey stock 1/2 cup ground, cooked gizzardsDirectionsStep 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. ...
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Cajun Cake
A Cajun pineapple cake topped with coconut pecan icing A cake born on the bayou.  This cake reminds me of a blonde German chocolate cake. Ingredients1 box Pineapple or Duncan Hines Yellow Cake Mix 3 eggs 1/4 cup oil 1 (15 oz) can crushed pineapple, juice and all Topping for ...
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Cajun Brownies
Cajun brownies are probably the easiest no fail brownie you can make. The topping added makes it a unique type of brownie. Ingredients1 box Yellow Cake Mix 3 eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 8 ounces cream cheese 1 box 16 oz powdered sugar1 stick 8 tbsp butterDirectionsStep 1Put the yellow ...
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Oyster Dressing I
One of the classic oyster dishes that goes well with any of your holiday meals. Use white pepper if you can as it has a distinctive flavor that really makes the dish stand out. Ingredients4 pints fresh oysters, drained and coarsely chopped, reserve liquid 3 medium bell pepper chopped 3 ...
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Crawfish Eggplant Casserole
Eggplant was a classic staple in Cajun Country. This recipe came into fashion when crawfish also became a staple. Shrimp substitued for Crawfish is hard to beat; shrimp compliments the taste of eggplant so well. Ingredients3 medium eggplants, peeled and quartered 1 1/2 cup chopped onions 1 cup green bell ...
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Syrup Cake
Another classic recipe using cane syrup, this recipe was once used as a substitute for the groom’s cake. Little known fact: About one tablespoon of refined sugar is produced from each full grown sugar cane stalk. Ingredients1 cup sugar 1 cup syrup 2 eggs 2 cups flour 1/2 cup cooking ...
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Grandma’s Frosted Molasses Cookies
Great treat for little people and big people alike. This cookie reminds me of the classic old fashioned Rock n Roll Planks. Enjoy with a cup of fresh roasted coffee during the holiday season. Ingredients1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup softened butter 1/2 cup molasses 1/2 cup sour cream 1.5 tsp ...
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Seafood Fettuccine
A classic shrimp and noodle dish cooked on the stove top. Ingredients1 lbs cooked seafood (Boiled shrimp or crawfish) 1 white onion, chopped fine 1/2 cup parsley, chopped fine 1/2 cup green onion, chopped fine 2 - 3 garlic cloves, chopped fine 1 bell pepper, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped ...
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Cajun Creme Pralines
A variation of the classic Cajun praline. A wonderful holiday treat. Ingredients2 cups sugar 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 cup evaporated milk 1/2 cup light Karo Syrup dash of salt 2 cups pecans 1/2 stick butterDirectionsStep 1In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, milk, syrup, baking soda and salt. Cook ...
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Blueberry Angel Food Cake
Blueberries compliment Angel Food Cake very well and make for a nice presentation. Ingredients1 (21 oz) can blueberry pie filing 1 prepared Angel Food cake 1 (8 oz) tub of Cool Whip 1 cup chopped pecans 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk 1 cup sugar 1 package Philadelphia cream cheeseDirectionsStep ...
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Pecan Rolls
An easy and irresistible dessert. These are served cold (great for a summer day) and can be prepared in advance. Ingredients1 cup pecans 1 (8 oz) jar cherries 1 cup raisins 1 can condensed milk 1 box graham crackersDirectionsStep 1Drain the cherries and mash them in a medium glass bowl. ...
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Pecan Cookies
Ingredients2 cups finely chopped pecans 2/3 cup sugar 1/2 tsp salt 2 egg whitesDirectionsStep 1In a large glass bowl, mix all ingredients well. Step 2Drop with a teaspoon on a Pam sprayed cookie sheet. Step 3Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes. Cool before serving. Makes about 2 ...
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Raspberry Jello Mold
Perfect compliment to your New Years dinner celebration – goes great with pork. May be made in a mold, bread loaf pan, or bundt pan Ingredients2 (3 oz) packages raspberry jello 1 (14 oz) can jellied cranberry sauce 1 cup applesauce (unsweetened) 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained 1 (11 oz) ...
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