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
veggies
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
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
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: Cranberry Vinaigrette Salad
2 bags Romain Lettuce1 apple chopped (I dipped the apples and pears in lemon juice to reduce the browning)1 pear chopped1 c shredded Swiss cheese1/4 c cranberries1 c pine nuts ( I used roasted/salted sunflower seeds on Sunday) 1/3 c apple cider vinegar2 tbs lemon juice,2/3 c vegetable oil1/2 c sugar2 tbsp onion1/2 tsp salt3 tsp poppy seeds Combine the lettuce, apple, … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Edition: Cranberry Vinaigrette Salad