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
Special Occasion
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
Cheryl’s Crab Appetizers
1 lb. imitation crab meat1 bar cream cheese, softened6 green onions, finely minced1 t. garlic powder2 t. sugar1/2 t. salt1/8 t. pepper, freshly ground1 pkg wonton wrappers2 T. olive oilbutter flavored non-stick cooking spray Combine crab meat, cream cheese, green onions, garlic, sugar, salt and pepper.Spray two muffin pans with non-stick spray. Place one wonton wrapper over … [Read more...] about Cheryl’s Crab Appetizers
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
Bananas Foster Cupcakes
1 c. sugar2 eggs4 ripened bananas1 t. vanilla1 3/4 c. flour1 1/2 t. baking powder1 t. baking soda1/8 t. salt1 lb. powdered sugar1 t. rum extract (This brand is good.)1 stick butter, melted2 T. dark brown sugar2 T. milk (may add a bit more for consistency)optional (1 c. chopped pecans) Blend eggs with a wire whisk. Add sugar and vanilla. Blend in bananas with a hand blender … [Read more...] about Bananas Foster Cupcakes
Tenderloin of Beef Stuffed with Mushrooms
3 1/2 lbs. beef tenderloin with fat trimmedsalt and pepper to taste2 T. vegetable oil3 c. beef stock1 bunch watercress8-10 large button mushrooms plus 1 lb. mushrooms2 T. butterjuice of 1/2 lemon1 c. water1 T. arrowroot1/2 c. Madeira wine2 shallots4 oz. sliced bacon3 garlic cloves1 medium bunch parsley Heat oven to 450 degrees. Tie one piece of string lengthwise around the … [Read more...] about Tenderloin of Beef Stuffed with Mushrooms
Lettuce Wraps
4 T canola oil4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thawed and sliced in strips1 t. salt1/4 t. pepper1 c. water chestnuts, chopped1 c. mushrooms, sliced finely1 medium vidalia onion, chopped finely1 t. minced garlic8 large pieces lettuce, your favorite kind1/2 c. sugar1 c. water plus 4 t. separated8 T. soy sauce, separated4 T. brown sugar4 T rice vinegar plus 1 t., separated4 … [Read more...] about Lettuce Wraps
Veal Scaloppine with Prosciutto and Sage
4 boneless veal scaloppine (1 lb.)4 thin slices prosciutto (2 1/2 oz.)14 fresh sage leaves1/4 c. butter1/3 c. white winesalt and pepper to taste Using parchment paper, pound veal to a thickness of about 1/8″ with a rolling pin. Peel the parchment away and slice each veal into 3 pieces. Cut each slice of prosciutto into three pieces. Lay a sage leaf on each piece of veal and … [Read more...] about Veal Scaloppine with Prosciutto and Sage
King Cake
1 – 16 oz. carton sour cream1/3 c. sugar, plus 1 T. and 1/2 c. sugar, divided1/4 c. butter, plus 1/3 c. softened, divided1 t. salt2 pkgs. dry active yeast1/2 c. warm water (105-115 degrees)2 large eggs6 – 6 1/2 c. flour, divided1 1/2 t. cinnamonColored Frostings:3 c. sifted powdered sugar3 T. butter3-5 T. milk1/4 t. vanilla extract1 or two drops each of green, yellow, red and … [Read more...] about King Cake
Petits Fours
1 c. shortening2 c. sugar3 c. all purpose flour2 t. baking powder3/4 t. salt1 c. ice water1 1/2 t. clear imitation butter flavor1 t. vanilla extract3/4 t. almond extract4 egg whites1/2 t. cream of tarter10 c. sifted powdered sugar1 c. water3 T. light corn syrupCreamy Decorator Frosting:2 c. sifted powdered sugar1/4 c. plus 2 T. shortening2 T. milk1/2 t. vanilla OR almond … [Read more...] about Petits Fours