1 c. butter, softened1 c. powdered sugar1 1/2 t. vanilla2 1/2 c. flour1/4 t. saltfood coloring Cream together butter and powdered sugar. Add 1 1/2 t. vanilla, 2 1/2 c. flour and 1/4 t. salt. Combine all in a mixer and mix well. Put 6-8 drops of one color of food coloring (orange maybe for fall) on one side and 6-8 drops of another color of food coloring (perhaps yellow … [Read more...] about Kaleidoscope Cookies
Snacks
Popcorn Balls
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
Spicy Oyster Crackers
2/3 c. canola oil2 small pkgs. Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix1 t. dill weed1/2 t. lemon pepper1/2 t. garlic powder1 lg. pkg. oyster crackers (what are they?) Mix together oil, dressing mix, lemon pepper, dill and garlic powder. Place crackers in large baking dish. Pour mixture over top and stir until they are completely coated. Cook in 200 degree oven for 20 minutes. … [Read more...] about Spicy Oyster Crackers
Pecan Pralines
16 oz. box brown sugar (we like dark the best)2/3 c. water1/8 t. salt1/4 stick butter1/2 lb. pecan halves1 t. vanilla Boil sugar, water salt and butter in a medium sauce pan over medium high heat to a soft ball stage (236 degrees). Ad pecans and vanilla. Beat until a good consistency and drop by tablespoonful onto waxed paper, with newspaper underneath for easy removal. Let … [Read more...] about Pecan Pralines
Cinnamon-Sugar Popcorn
1 egg white, slightly beaten½ c. sugar1 tsp. cinnamon¼ tsp. salt2 quarts of air-popped popcorn (not microwave) Mix together first 4 ingredients. Pour mixture over popped popcorn and be sure it is fully coated. Spread in a greased baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes at 300º stirring frequently. Cool completely on paper towels before putting into an airtight container. … [Read more...] about Cinnamon-Sugar Popcorn
Strawberry Yogurt Pops
1 – 16 oz. pkg. strawberries (stems removed)1 – 8 oz. carton strawberry yogurt2/3 c. cranberry juice cocktail1 T. sugar10 – 3 oz. paper cups10 wooden sticks Combine strawberries, yogurt, cranberry juice and sugar in blender. Spoon evenly 3/4 full into paper cups. Insert wooden stick into the middle of each cup and freeze for one hour. Peel off cup to serve. Grocery List … [Read more...] about Strawberry Yogurt Pops
5 Minute Chocolate Mug Cake
4 T. flour4 T. sugar2 T. cocoa1 egg3 T. milk3 T. oil3 T. chocolate chips1/4 t. vanilla extract1 large, microwavable coffee mug Place dry ingredients in mug, mix thoroughly. Add the egg and stir. Pour in milk and oil and blend well. Add chocolate chips and vanilla. Stir once more. Put mug in microwave and cook for 3 minutes on high. The cake will rise over the top, but don’t … [Read more...] about 5 Minute Chocolate Mug Cake
Killer Queso
1 can cream of chicken soup¾ c. evaporated milk1 – 7 oz. can diced green chilies2 T. minced jalapeños1 – 4 oz. jar chopped pimientos, drained1 t. ground cumin1 – 1 oz. pkg. ranch dip mix1 can Ro*tel tomatoes1 lb. Velveeta, cut into cubes¼ c. minced fresh cilantroMinced fresh cilantro for garnishTortilla Chips for dipping Combine soup, evaporated milk, green chilies, … [Read more...] about Killer Queso
Mer’s Candied Pretzels
2 bags pretzel sticks1 bag white Wilton candy melts1 bag red Wilton candy melts1 shaker of sprinkles1 sheet parchment1 sandwich baggy12 gift bags and 1 yd. ribbon Melt white chips in a pyrex, 2 cup, measuring cup, according to directions (do not get it wet or it will ruin and do not overcook). Break all pretzels in half. Dip the broken end halfway up into the white, melted … [Read more...] about Mer’s Candied Pretzels
Coconut, Berry and Walnut Granola
6 oz. coconut2 c. instant, plain oats3 oz. Craisins3 oz. dried blueberries (or blueberry Craisins)1/2 c. chopped walnuts1/2 c. brown sugar (or splenda version of brown sugar)5 T. honey1 stick butter Melt 1/2 stick butter in deep-dish 10″ pie plate or casserole dish (8 1/2 x 11″) in a 350 degree F oven. In a large bowl, blend coconut, oats, craisins, blueberries, and … [Read more...] about Coconut, Berry and Walnut Granola