4 potatoes, peeled and cubed4 c. water2 carrots, cut in small pieces1/2 onion, diced1 stick butter1 can pet milk (evaporated milk)1 t. salt1/8. t black pepper, freshly ground In a large stock pot bring water to a boil. Add potatoes, carrots and onions and boil for 20 minutes over medium high heat. Turn heat down to low and add butter and pet milk. Cook 5 minutes more before … [Read more...] about Mrs. Lamb’s Potato Soup
Veggies
Spiced Carrots Polynesian
2 T. butter1/2 c. pineapple juice1 T. brown sugar1/2 t. ground nutmeg1/4 t. salt1/8 t. white pepper4 c. sliced carrots1 medium onion, sliced in rings2 T. fresh parsley Melt butter in stock pot over medium heat. Add juice, brown sugar, nutmeg, salt, pepper, onions and carrots. Bring to a boil over medium high heat. When boiling, reduce heat to medium low, cover and simmer for … [Read more...] about Spiced Carrots Polynesian
Morton’s Favorite Green Beans
2 cans green beans (Italian style is our favorite)2 pieces bacon cooked and crumbled, reserving bacon grease2 T. bacon grease4 T. minced onions1 garlic clove minced4 T. teriyaki sauce1/2 t. salt1/8 t. pepper In a medium sauce pan, add beans, bacon grease, onions, garlic, teriyaki, salt and pepper. Cover and cook over medium low heat for 10 minutes until mixture is simmering. … [Read more...] about Morton’s Favorite Green Beans
Potato Patties
2 c. leftover mashed potatoes2 t. chopped green onions1 egg1/4 t. salt1/4 t. pepper1/2 t. paprika1/2 c. grated sharp cheddar2 T. butter Combine all ingredients except butter. Heat 2 T. butter in a skillet over medium heat. Make small balls of the potato mixture. Brown in butter and serve while hot. From Big Mama’s Old Bleck Pot. Grocery List … [Read more...] about Potato Patties
Grilled Tomatoes
10 large firm ripe tomatoes4 c. finely grated dry French bread crumbs4-6 T butter, melted2 cloves garlic, minced4 green onions, minced2 t. dried oregano, crushed1 t. salt1/8 t. freshly ground black pepper1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese Cut tops off tomatoes and scoop out pulp, save for another recipe (like MaryAnn’s Hot Sauce!). Combine remaining ingredients. Fill the … [Read more...] about Grilled Tomatoes
Fried Okra
16 pods okra2 c. yellow cornmeal2 T. flour3 t. salt1/2 t. pepper1/4 c. cold water in a spray bottle1 1/2 c. bacon drippings Slice okra into 1/4 inch slices. Sprinkle okra with cold water. Mix together corn meal, salt and pepper. Coat okra thoroughly with mixture. Remove from mixture and deep fry in large stock pot or deep fryer in 2 inches bacon drippings until golden brown. … [Read more...] about Fried Okra
Harvest Sweet Potato Cranberry Casserole
3 1/2 lbs. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4 inch cubes1 large onion, dicedolive oil or vegetable oil cooking spray1 1/2 c. fresh cranberries (or frozen–do not thaw, if frozen)2/3 c. light brown sugar2 T. butter, melted1/4 c. orange juice3/4 t. salt1 t. nutmeg1/2 t. ground ginger3/4 t. cinnamon1 c. chopped pecans Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Spray two shallow baking … [Read more...] about Harvest Sweet Potato Cranberry Casserole
Four Corners Refried Beans
1 lb. bacon3 c. uncooked pinto beans7 c. water1 1/2 c. chopped onion4 cloves garlic1 T. salt (to start)1-2 c. fresh or canned green chilies, diced Fry bacon until crisp. Crumble and drain, reserving half of the bacon grease. Place bacon, remainder of ingredients and reserved bacon grease in the crock pot and cover. Cook beans on high for 1 hour, then reduce to low for 10 … [Read more...] about Four Corners Refried Beans
Broccoli Rice Casserole (Freezer Method)
4 c. fresh broccoli florets1/2 c. butter, melted1/4 c. chopped onion1 – 10 oz. can of cream of mushroom soup8 oz. Velveeta, cubed1 c. cooked rice In a large covered sauce pan, cook broccoli in small amount of boiling water for 6-8 minutes and then drain. Sauté onion in melted butter for 2-3 minutes. Add soup, Velveeta, broccoli and rice. Mix well. Place in lined 9X13 inch … [Read more...] about Broccoli Rice Casserole (Freezer Method)
Thanksgiving Edition: Harvest Cranberry Sweet Potato Casserole
3 1/2 lbs. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4 inch cubes1 large onion, dicedolive oil or vegetable oil cooking spray1 1/2 c. fresh cranberries (or frozen–do not thaw, if frozen)2/3 c. light brown sugar2 T. butter, melted1/4 c. orange juice3/4 t. salt1 t. nutmeg1/2 t. ground ginger3/4 t. cinnamon1 c. chopped pecans Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Spray two shallow baking … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Edition: Harvest Cranberry Sweet Potato Casserole