4 c. cubed pound cake1 qt. light cream7 medium eggs1 c. sugar1/4 t. vanilla1 T butterpinch of nutmegBrandy sauce:1/2 pound butter1 pound dark brown sugar2 lemons (juice and zest)2 eggs (beaten)1/2 c. apricot brandy Beat eggs. Heat cream in microwave ’til warm. Add rest of ingredients, except pound cake. In 12X8X2″ pan spread the cakes cubes evenly on bottom. Pour liquid … [Read more...] about Christmas Cake Custard
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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
Peanut Butter Pie
1 c. crunchy peanut butter8 oz. cream cheese, softened1 c. sugar2 T. butter, melted1 c. whipped topping1 T. vanilla1 graham cracker crust, 9 inchHershey’s chocolate fudge topping to garnish In a large bowl, mix together peanut butter, cream cheese, sugar, butter, whipped topping and vanilla. Pour into graham cracker crust. Refrigerate overnight. Top with hot fudge (Hershey’s … [Read more...] about Peanut Butter Pie
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
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
Thanksgiving Edition: Broccoli Rice Casserole
3 T. butter1/2 c. celery, finely chopped1 – 8 1/2 oz. can water chestnuts, drained and chopped finely1 c. Vidalia onion, chopped finely2 pkgs. (10 oz. each) frozen chopped broccoli1 c. rice, cooked1 can cream of mushroom soup1 can cream of chicken soup1 jar (8 oz.) Cheez Whiz Melt butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Sauté onions, celery and water chestnuts for about 5-8 … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Edition: Broccoli Rice Casserole
Thanksgiving Edition: Newlywed Yeast Rolls
1 c. warm water1 pkg yeast2 T. sugar2 1/2 c. flour1 t. salt1 egg beaten2 T. olive oil Dissolve yeast in warm water. Stir in sugar and salt; add half of the flour. Add oil and egg. Beat until smooth, while adding remaining flour. Cover and let rise in a warm place 30 minutes. Grease 12 muffin cups. Stir (punch) down dough and spoon into cups, filling half full. Let rise … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Edition: Newlywed Yeast Rolls
Thanksgiving Edition: Twice Baked Potatoes
6 large baking potatoes1 stick margarine6 slices bacon1/2 c. sharp cheddar6 green onions, chopped3/4 t. saltpepper to taste Bake potatoes in oven on a cookie sheet at 350 degrees for 1 hour. Cook bacon and drain. In a large mixing bowl add crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, cheddar, and butter. Blend slightly. Then take the potatoes out of the oven. With a large … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Edition: Twice Baked Potatoes
Thanksgiving Edition: Peanut Butter Pie
1 c. crunchy peanut butter8 oz. cream cheese, softened1 c. sugar2 T. butter, melted1 c. whipped topping1 T. vanilla1 graham cracker crust, 9 inchHershey’s chocolate fudge topping to garnish In a large bowl, mix together peanut butter, cream cheese, sugar, butter, whipped topping and vanilla. Pour into graham cracker crust. Refrigerate overnight. Top with hot fudge (Hershey’s … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Edition: Peanut Butter Pie