1 T. butter1 c. sugar1 c. molasses1/2 t. salt4 quarts of popped corn1 t. mapleine flavoring Melt butter in sauce pan, add sugar, molasses and salt. Cook stirring frequently to hard ball stage (260 degrees F). Pour over corn and stir thoroughly. Butter hands and immediately shape into golf-ball sized balls–be careful, they are very hot. Makes 12-14 popcorn balls. From … [Read more...] about Popcorn Balls
Cabbage Casserole
1 lg head cabbage, cut into small pieces1 lb. hamburger1 lb. Jimmy Dean sausage1 lg green bell pepper, chopped in small pieces1 large onion, diced1 can Ro*tel1 cup cooked rice1 c. water1/2 c. green onions1 1/2 t. salt1/4 t. pepper Cook both meats in skillet and drain (I cook them separately). Mix all ingredients and put in a large, covered stock pan. Do not peek! Cook for 30 … [Read more...] about Cabbage Casserole
Apple Strudel
2 sticks margarine2 c. flour1/2 t. salt1 c. sour cream1 can (18 ounces) apple pie filling1 t. cinnamon (This kind is my absolute favorite!)4 oz. coconut, shredded1/2 c. chopped pecans (opt.)1/4 c. powdered sugar Cut margarine into flour and salt until crumbly. Mix in sour cream. Chill dough for 1 hour in refrigerator. Divide into two equal parts, dust surface with flour and … [Read more...] about Apple Strudel
Chippy Cheese Straws
1 stick margarine1 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated1 T. lemon juice1 c. plus 2 T. sifted flour1 T. Worcestershire sauce1/2 t. cayenne pepper1/2 t. salt Blend margarine, cheese, lemon juice, flour, Worcestershire sauce and salt together thoroughly. Place into a cookie press (pictured below is one from Target) with a star shaped tip. Squeeze 2-3 lines on each … [Read more...] about Chippy Cheese Straws
Spiced Tea
2 c. Tang1/2 c. instant lemonade mix1/2 c. instant tea1 1/2 c. sugar1 T. cinnamon1 t. ground cloves Mix all together well. Put in and airtight mason jar. Add a pretty piece of fabric under the lid and instructions for a nice Christmas gift! To prepare, add 1 T. to 8 oz. boiling water and serve in your favorite cup. Grocery List: … [Read more...] about Spiced Tea
Christmas Sugar Cookies
3 eggs2 sticks margarine1 c. sugar1 1/2 t. vanilla plus 1/2 t. vanilla for frosting2 t. baking powder1/2 t. salt3 1/2 c. flour2 c. powdered sugar2 T. butter, melted3 T. milk With mixer, cream together margarine and sugar until fluffy. Slowly add in eggs, one at a time. When blended completely, add in vanilla. Sift together flour salt and baking powder. Slowly add it to … [Read more...] about Christmas Sugar Cookies
Cajun Fried Turkey
2 t. salt1 T plus 2 t. cayenne, divided10-12 lb turkey (fresh, not injected with butter or other seasonings)4 T. unsalted butter, melted3/4 c. onions, finely chopped1/4 c. celery, finely chopped3 T. minced garlic2 T. ground pepper vinegar1 T. plus 1 t. salt1 t. black pepper1/2 c. turkey (or chicken) broth2 T. Worcestershire sauce5 gallons peanut oil (can subst. vegetable … [Read more...] about Cajun Fried Turkey
Seafood Lasagna
1 green onion, finely chopped2 T. vegetable oil2 T. plus 1/2 c. butter1/2 c. chicken broth 1-8 oz. bottle clam juice1 lb. bay scallops1 lb. uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined1-8oz. pkg. imitation crabmeat, chopped1/4 t. white pepper, divided1/2 c. flour1 1/2 c. milk1/2 t. salt1 c. whipping cream,1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese, divided9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained In … [Read more...] about Seafood Lasagna
Beef Fajitas
2 skirt steaks, sliced(about 3-4 lbs. total, well-trimmed)20 flour tortillas1 lg. orange2 lemons1/4 c. pineapple juice1/4 c. white wine1/4 c. water1/4 c. soy sauce1 clove garlic, minced1 T. black pepper3 dried chilies de arbol, left whole3 T. unsalted butter, melted2 T. olive oilopt.: red tomato slices, onions cut into rings green pepper rings Grate 1 T. peel from orange and … [Read more...] about Beef Fajitas
Artichoke Linguine
1/2 lb. linguine2 qt. water1 T. butter1 T. plus 2 t. olive oil, divided1 clove garlic, finely minced3 T. whole wheat flour2 c. chicken broth 1 T. lemon juice1/8 t. black pepper, freshly ground1-14 oz. can artichoke hearts (not marinated), drained and sliced2 T. Parmesan cheese, freshly grated1 t. salt In a large stock pot, bring water to a boil. Ad 2 t. olive oil. Add … [Read more...] about Artichoke Linguine