tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-75670952495309909102024-03-28T20:28:23.857-07:00Recipes From The RanchDreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-62422409398351353702023-08-28T07:10:00.004-07:002023-08-28T07:10:59.993-07:00Elderberries<p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiwnwZsQboeGkfSQtZDrqZ0vWIoNAnNHNAXooIY2MadkTAM9GNOzV1JDBYYUQwA_faw23z6e-Z0OLl_wc4YAmCx_bV86aVAi2U7qQJhrSC6jz4U7z18u7x3xZIKQZqdXbaBCF3SZkrr623bBTTpdu6HGisfNq-1QLDIjJaxbVw1ew39xkvlUlT5yyr46j0k" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><img alt="" data-original-height="439" data-original-width="553" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiwnwZsQboeGkfSQtZDrqZ0vWIoNAnNHNAXooIY2MadkTAM9GNOzV1JDBYYUQwA_faw23z6e-Z0OLl_wc4YAmCx_bV86aVAi2U7qQJhrSC6jz4U7z18u7x3xZIKQZqdXbaBCF3SZkrr623bBTTpdu6HGisfNq-1QLDIjJaxbVw1ew39xkvlUlT5yyr46j0k" width="302" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br />Gather wild elderberries and make juice by processing the berries (snip large stems off) in a steam juicer. Each batch takes about 30 minutes and produces about 2 quarts.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>I sterilize the jars, siphon off the hot juice into quart jars and add hot lids.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Screw the rings on and set aside the jars.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Let the berry pulp in the steam basket cool down and then transfer it to a large pan.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Proceed with your next batch.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>When through with your batches, add all the pulp back into the steam basket and let set over night.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>You should get 1-2 more quarts.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>(<span class="s1" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal;">If you don't have a steam juicer, then prepare berries by removing large stems.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Place in large pan, crush.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Cover with water and simmer 15 minutes.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Strain juice through a jelly bag.)</span></span><p></p><p class="p2" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></p><p class="p3" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">I save those quart jars until I have time over the winter to make jelly/syrup.</span></p><p class="p4" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 25px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">For jelly:</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Combine and bring to a boil:</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Approximately 4 c. elderberry juice.</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">1/4 c. lemon juice</span></p><p class="p4" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 25px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Add 5 1/2 cups of sugar, stirring constantly.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Bring to a boil.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Take off the heat.</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Add one package of low sugar pectin or 6 Tbl.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Stir, whisk, making sure pectin is dissolved.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Bring to a full rolling boil.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Boil for 1 minute.</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Remove from heat.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Skim foam if necessary.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Ladle into hot, sterilized half pint jars, add hot lids.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Seal.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Sometimes it turns to a nice jelly.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Sometimes it is syrup.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Use the syrup on pancakes or add it to club soda or seltzer water for a refreshing drink.</span></p><p class="p1" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Makes about 7 one-half pints.</span></p><p class="p4" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 25px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">To make a medicinal syrup, open a quart jar of the juice.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>You can bring it to a boil with cinnamon sticks, cloves, fresh ginger.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Strain, then add raw honey (to taste—about 1 cup.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Bottle in smaller jars, keep in the fridge. Search the internet for different recipes.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Many add white willow bark, echinacea, goldenseal, lemon in addition to the spice herbs.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Can also use essential oils.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Blend them with the honey first.)</span></p><p class="p5" style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-converted-space"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></span></p>DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-15218924503184115482023-07-31T15:01:00.001-07:002023-07-31T15:03:11.763-07:00Raspberry Jalapeno Jam<p style="text-align: center;"><i style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">This is great with cream cheese to dip crackers. Use as a meat sauce like cranberries. Use as condiment on burgers and sandwiches.</span></i> </p><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhWiQBbZi9w8h-odD8nM5G0oH2uwR6YXPtIu3t8zKzwKQ6QtjuxMT06nMsf1R4eHZaEvSNOnwy5VAWtBKpMQJVJZlAmBLTi2i3PxQbrnErjMRYRYQslTEsrFD9EUIKZms6pJk8VuvumBqRgMqGoqXoTYOs8MYc9RSqsmJIXE8ZUdZTZKPLwhRxMR52C9X2j" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="678" data-original-width="1024" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhWiQBbZi9w8h-odD8nM5G0oH2uwR6YXPtIu3t8zKzwKQ6QtjuxMT06nMsf1R4eHZaEvSNOnwy5VAWtBKpMQJVJZlAmBLTi2i3PxQbrnErjMRYRYQslTEsrFD9EUIKZms6pJk8VuvumBqRgMqGoqXoTYOs8MYc9RSqsmJIXE8ZUdZTZKPLwhRxMR52C9X2j" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;"><br />Ingredients:<o:p></o:p></span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">6 to 7 C. raspberries (fresh or frozen)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">3 C. sugar<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">1/2 large or one small jalapeno pepper, very <b>finely</b> diced, no seeds<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">2 Tbl. lemon juice<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">3 Tbl. dark grape juice (or any fruit juice)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">2 1/2 Tbl. low sugar pectin (or one package)</span><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">Prepare about 7 half pint jars and lids by putting in pan to boil and sterilize. Keep them hot while you Combine pepper, sugar, raspberries, lemon and grape juice in a large pan. Stir and bring to a boil. Boil for 1 minute.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">Add pectin, stir well and bring to another boil, reduce heat and simmer for a couple of minutes.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">Ladle into hot jars and seal with hot lids.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;"> </span></p></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><br /></div>DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-59041629380427406942020-12-26T12:50:00.004-08:002020-12-26T13:10:36.714-08:00Baked Yams and Apples<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfJ4IYBi4nhNK9VBAb-bL9vuMzGlIyk__pUqzy9JoB5qpgQYH_wWtunmeULDyo8G7QF7CcDpbVcQEykAGwvMm2pylgyoUgB-wNhen8uoNrpD3PU6abWdDYq8UdMPHtc1ETz4pXvEJEP7Ce/s319/IMG_8897-1024x683.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="248" data-original-width="319" height="311" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfJ4IYBi4nhNK9VBAb-bL9vuMzGlIyk__pUqzy9JoB5qpgQYH_wWtunmeULDyo8G7QF7CcDpbVcQEykAGwvMm2pylgyoUgB-wNhen8uoNrpD3PU6abWdDYq8UdMPHtc1ETz4pXvEJEP7Ce/w400-h311/IMG_8897-1024x683.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14pt;">(Originally from Una
Nelson. Modified slightly by Judy to use
apple juice and add nutmeg and vanilla) </span></i><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 26pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 22pt;">6-7
baked, peeled and chunked yams </span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14pt;">(bake in oven or microwave just like potatoes…)</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 22pt;">3-4
chopped, peeled apples<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 22pt;">3/4
cup sugar or 1/2 cup honey<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h4><span color="windowtext" style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 22pt; font-weight: normal;">4 T. Cornstarch<o:p></o:p></span></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 22pt;">1
cube butter<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 22pt;">2
cups apple juice<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 22pt;">1
tsp. nutmeg<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 22pt;">1 to 2 tsp. vanilla extract<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p>
<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Melt butter and sugar
in a saucepan. Stir together cornstarch, nutmeg and juice. Add to melted butter and sugar. Cook until thickens. Add vanilla. Pour over
yams </span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16pt;">and
apples in casserole dish and bake at 325* about 45 mins. This recipe is for a big group of 20 or so and can be halved easily for a smaller group. Makes a great side dish for turkey or ham.</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-15867485413095749072020-10-17T12:16:00.003-07:002022-03-02T18:03:12.829-08:00Traffic Jam<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhppPAEZsmgY6mpY5lUu02UsQnzFYYQQTdCGdBR20s-jraF1i4z7TYJ4rijpkd2OpnRiTV7RttwoONzvTlMYqS-KcArp6qrXCe0iBuKvhjsGeAHuxFwefKhpKW57R1juIUWF0sAdNyjHLWB/s2048/traffic+jam.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhppPAEZsmgY6mpY5lUu02UsQnzFYYQQTdCGdBR20s-jraF1i4z7TYJ4rijpkd2OpnRiTV7RttwoONzvTlMYqS-KcArp6qrXCe0iBuKvhjsGeAHuxFwefKhpKW57R1juIUWF0sAdNyjHLWB/w400-h300/traffic+jam.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-hyphenate: auto; mso-line-height-alt: 12.0pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan; tab-stops: .5in; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: Jokerman; font-size: 24pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Traffic Jam</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Jokerman; font-size: 9pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">(Totally original recipe inspired by "Traffic
Jam" seen in stores and shops.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They
also contain peaches and cherries, but I suppose you could use any combination
of fruit and berries.)</span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">3 C.
raspberries<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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strawberries, crushed or diced<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">1 C.
cranberries, crushed or diced or put in food processor for a few seconds.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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blueberries<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">3 C.
sugar<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">1 Tbl.
lemon zest<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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orange zest<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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lemon juice<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">3 Tbl.
low sugar pectin (or one package)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p> (The zest is optional, but it gives it a nice "zing." I just happened to have all three in my freezer.)</o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">Prepare
about 7 half pint jars and lids by putting in pan to boil and sterilize.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Keep them hot while you Combine sugar, berries,
lemon juice in a large pan.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Stir and
bring to a boil.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Boil for 1 minute.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; tab-stops: .5in center 285.1pt right 570.2pt;"><span style="color: #244061; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 128;">Add
pectin and zest, stir well and bring to another boil, reduce heat and simmer
for a couple of minutes.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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into hot jars and seal with hot lids. Process in water bath for 10 mins if
desired, but I don't and my lids seal fine.</span></p>
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very likely that this “jam” took its name from the crushing or squeezing of
fruit to make it, reflecting the original “press or squeeze” sense of the verb
“to jam.”)<o:p></o:p></span></p>DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-47955967026636973192018-11-16T09:54:00.005-08:002018-11-16T10:01:28.865-08:00Sweet Onion Sauce<br />
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<span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">(Subway
copy cat inspiration, not exactly like it, but maybe better.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not as sweet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Way good as a sandwich dressing, condiment for chicken or fish.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Combine in sauce pan and
bring to hot temp, but not boiling:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">2/3 c white sugar<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">2 T brown sugar<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">1 c water<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">2 T red wine vinegar<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">4 T rice or white vinegar<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">1 T onion granules or minced<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">2 tsp prepared mustard<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">2/3 C fresh grated sweet
onion<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">1/2 t poppy seeds<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">1/8 t black pepper<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">pinch garlic powder/granules<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">1/2 tsp pink salt<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16.0pt;">Cool, then take about 1 cup
of the mixture, blend in with a fork 3 T of corn starch or arrowroot. Add back
to the pan. Bring to boil again just enough to thicken.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br />DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-1781069653024754432018-11-12T17:39:00.001-08:002018-12-23T15:57:35.294-08:00Apple Pie Jam<br />
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<span style="font-family: "curlz mt"; font-size: 20.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Recipe inspired by ThriftyDiva, but with my own spin of course.
This one is a winner.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Heat and serve
over vanilla ice cream for a hot apple pie sundae! </span><span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; font-size: 16.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Ingredients:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; font-size: 16.0pt;">About 8-9 cups of golden or red
delicious apples, peeled, cored and chopped. </span><span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Curlz MT"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Curlz MT";">(While
you're doing this, let them soak in water with vitamin C or Tang.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; font-size: 16.0pt;">About 4 cups of
sugar, mixed with 2 1/2 Tbl. of LOW SUGAR pectin.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>(It has to be the low sugar variety or it may
not turn out.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is approximately 1/2
package.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; font-size: 16.0pt;">1 Tbl. butter<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; font-size: 16.0pt;">2 tsp. cinnamon<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; font-size: 16.0pt;">1 1/2 tsp.
nutmeg<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; font-size: 16.0pt;">optional:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>2 Tbl. orange zest and 8 drops orange
essential oil<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Also optional
if you are low on apples:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Use up to 3/4
cup of applesauce.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Curlz MT"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Curlz MT";">Cook the apple pieces and orange zest in about
1 cup of the vitamin C water until tender.</span><span style="font-family: "kristen itc";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Curlz MT"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Curlz MT";">Measure out about 6 cups of the cooked apple
mix.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you have much more than that
save it for another batch or something else.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Return it to the pan.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Stir in the
sugar mix and butter.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Curlz MT"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Curlz MT";">Bring to a full rolling boil, stirring
constantly.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Cook at a boil for 1 minute.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Curlz MT"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Curlz MT";">Remove from heat.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Stir in the spices and oil.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "kristen itc"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Curlz MT"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Curlz MT";">Ladle the mixture into half pint jars.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Fills about 8-9 jars.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Secure the hot lids and rings.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Process in boiling water bath for 10 minutes
or a steam canner for a full 10 minutes once the steam emerges.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">(Inspired by "Serious Eats", <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Modified by Judy)</span><o:p></o:p></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Cream together in a
mixing bowl with the paddle attachment<i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">:</span></i></span><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">4-5
oz salted butter<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">2
oz. cream cheese (or can use all butter)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">1
cup powdered sugar<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Add
1 t. vanilla and about 1/2 to 3/4 tsp. peppermint
essential oil (depending on how "minty" you like them) If you are doing "drops", this translates to 16 to 24 drops. A nice change would be spearmint essential oil.<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Add 2 more cups powdered
sugar; keep mixing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Add about 2 tsp.
milk. Keep mixing until it is a fairly solid glob.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If too runny, add more sugar.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">When it is about the
consistency of play dough, remove from mixer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Take little gobs of it in your hands and make "snakes" about
1/3" in diameter.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lay them out on a
tray.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Let dry at least a couple of hours, preferably overnight. Then
use a sharp knife to cut them into mint-size pieces.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Let dry a few more hours.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br />DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-44636154652324928782015-10-31T04:39:00.002-07:002015-10-31T04:39:34.178-07:00Pear and Pepper Salsa<div style="background: white; line-height: 21.1pt; margin-bottom: .1in; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: .1in;">
<span style="color: #141823; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">(From the Monterrey Bay
Spice company…modified by Judy.)This peppery, sweet salsa is a great condiment
served with fish, chicken or pork. It’s also surprisingly good with eggs or as
a dip for corn chips. Try a dollop on a cracker spread with cream cheese. This
recipe makes about 8 or 9 8-ounce jars. Can also be bottled in pint jars… <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #141823; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 17.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">1/2
C. white vinegar <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #141823; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 17.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">1/2
C. lemon or lime juice<br />
<span class="textexposedshow">7 cups pears, peeled and chopped (you can also use
bottled pears, drained and diced in small pieces.)</span><br />
<span class="textexposedshow">5 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped (optional:
2 can be red bell…for additional color)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span class="textexposedshow"><span style="color: #141823; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 17.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">You can also substitute 1 Anaheim pepper for
additional spice.</span></span><span style="color: #141823; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 17.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br />
<span class="textexposedshow">1 small onion, chopped</span><br />
<span class="textexposedshow">1/3 cup sugar</span><br />
<span class="textexposedshow">2 t salt</span><br />
<span class="textexposedshow">pinch of dry mustard<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span class="textexposedshow"><span style="color: #141823; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 17.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">1/4 t powdered ginger (or 1 t fresh crushed)</span></span><span style="color: #141823; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 17.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br />
<span class="textexposedshow">1 teaspoon ground turmeric</span><br />
<span class="textexposedshow">½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #141823; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 17.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Place
the vinegar and lemon juice in a large saucepan. Toss in the pears as you chop
them, stirring to cover with the vinegar </span><span style="color: #141823; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">(this will prevent browning. If you use bottled pears, skip this
step and add the pears after the other ingredients have cooked).</span><span style="color: #141823; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 17.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Stir in the peppers, onion, sugar, salt,
mustard, turmeric, ginger and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil,
stirring constantly. Reduce heat and continue to cook on low, stirring often,
for about 3 minutes. </span><span style="color: #141823; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">(Save some out for
immediate use. </span><span style="color: #141823; font-family: Wingdings; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-ascii-font-family: Helvetica; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-hansi-font-family: Helvetica; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;">J</span><span style="color: #141823; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">)</span><span style="color: #141823; font-family: "Helvetica","sans-serif"; font-size: 17.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Ladle salsa into
prepared canning jars, leaving ½-inch space at the top. Remove air bubbles, if
necessary, and wipe rims clean. Secure lids and bands in place. Process in a
hot water bath or steam canner for 20 minutes. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-21986706278696824812015-10-26T07:14:00.003-07:002018-11-12T17:47:12.310-08:00Best Ever Jerky<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms";">About 3 pounds venison
steak. (Can be round or even rump roast.) Can even be beef (although made this way, you
can't even tell the difference between beef and deer.) Slice while mostly
frozen. Make sure it's really lean. That's why venison is a good choice. Pieces about 1" by
1/8".<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Coating:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">2
T soy sauce<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">4
T worch sauce<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">3
T catsup<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">1/4
t ground black pepper<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">1/2
t garlic powder<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">1/2
t onion powder<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">3/4
t salt (depending on your taste for saltiness)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">3
T brown sugar<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">1
t paprika<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">3
T lemon juice<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">1/2
t fresh ginger, crushed OR 1/4 t. powdered<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Pinch
of Old Bay seasoning (optional)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">(If
you want an extra "kick" of spiciness, add 1/8 t cayenne)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">3
drops Cade essential oil (smoky kind) or 1 T liquid smoke<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">2
drops rosemary essential oil<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">1
drop thyme essential oil<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 14.0pt;">6
drops orange essential oil<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms";">Mix all
ingredients except oils and heat, but don't boil. Add oils.
Set aside while you slice the meat.
Add the sliced meat, stir thoroughly to coat all pieces. You can let it marinate for 1-2 hours or process immediately. Arrange slices on trays in the food
dryer.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms";">Dry in food dryer
at 145-150 degrees for 3-5 hours until done. Should be slightly pliable. Store in glass jars. Don't know how long it keeps. Some
say 1-2 years depending on storage conditions. I would say vacuum packed would
extend the shelf life. Based on experience, I would use it within a few months for best flavor and texture.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-60641866304055552972015-07-30T14:59:00.002-07:002015-07-30T14:59:36.618-07:0014 Karat Cake<div align="center" class="MsoBodyText" style="text-align: center; text-indent: .5in;">
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<i><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">(developed
from several recipes. Better than
Taggart Grill's… If you don't count salt, it has 14 ingredients including the frosting)<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Mix together:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">1 C. whole wheat flour and 1 C. white flour (or
use all white)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">1 ½ t baking Soda<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">2 t. baking powder<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">2 t. cinnamon</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">½ t. salt<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">½ t. nutmeg<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">¾ c. sugar<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Then add;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">¾ c. veg. oil<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">4 eggs<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Then remove from mixer and stir in:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">3 c. grated carrots (can be part grated zucchini), ½ C. chopped
pecans or walnuts. Pour into dripper
size greased pan.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Bake at 350 for 40 minutes until done. (toothpick
test)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Frost with cream cheese frosting.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Frosting:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">8 oz. cream cheese, softened to room temp<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">3 Tb Butter
<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">About 2 ½c. powdered sugar<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt;">2 Tb. Milk or orange juice to thin<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #c00000; font-family: "jokerman"; font-size: 24pt;">Raspberry</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "jokerman"; font-size: 24pt;"> </span><span style="color: #4f6228; font-family: "jokerman"; font-size: 24pt;">Lime</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "jokerman"; font-size: 24pt;"> </span><span style="color: #0070c0; font-family: "jokerman"; font-size: 24pt;">Freezer Jam</span></td></tr>
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<span style="color: #244061; font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 11pt;">(from
"Within the Kitchen Blog") Who knew making jam was so easy??? BUT freezer jam is beyond easy - crush,
stir, pour, done. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #244061; font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 13.5pt;">Of
course, freezer jam can't sit in your pantry because it is not properly sealed
but it is great to make small batches of jam - keep a few jars for your family
and give away the others to deserving friends! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #244061; font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 13.5pt;">This jam
has not only sweet, delicious raspberries but also a hit of lime zest which
adds an amazing citrus zing to the jam.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #244061; font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 13.5pt;">Note: Also
can be made with blackberries…<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #244061; font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 13.5pt;">Ingredients<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #244061; font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 13.5pt;">4 c raspberries
<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #244061; font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 13.5pt;">1-1/2 c
sugar<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #244061; font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 13.5pt;">1
package (45 g) freezer pectin or 2 Tbl. Ultra or Clear jel (Add the jel to the sugar first and stir before adding to raspberries. This helps it to dissolve better.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #244061; font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 13.5pt;">zest of
2 small limes (after you have "zested" the limes, use the lime juice for limeade)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #244061; font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 13.5pt;">4-5
drops of Lime essential oil (optional)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #244061; font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 13.5pt;">Stir
everything in a large bowl for 3 minutes. Use a mixer for best results.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #244061; font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 13.5pt;">Spoon
into jars. Wipe clean and add lids. Close tightly.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #244061; font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 13.5pt;">Let sit
for 30 minutes so it thickens.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #244061; font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 13.5pt;">Refrigerate
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DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-89039835556078036182014-03-06T12:37:00.002-08:002014-03-06T12:40:03.698-08:00Salted Caramel Snickerdoodles<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-align: center;">
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about 10 caramels, unwrap them and cut into quarters. Set aside.</span><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">2
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">2
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">1/2
tsp. cinnamon<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">1
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">pinch
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<i><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Combine
3/4 c. dark brown sugar, 1/3 c. white sugar in a mixing bowl. Add 3/4 c. margarine or butter. Mix. Then add 1 large egg, 1 Tbl. vanilla, 1 Tbl.
yogurt. Mix.</span></i><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Add dry ingredients and
mix thoroughly. </span><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Chill at least 30 minutes
and preferably overnight. Form balls
from 2 Tbl. dough, dip and roll in cinnamon sugar mixture (1/4 c. sugar, 2 tsp.
cinnamon). Take one caramel piece and put in the middle of the cookie ball. Cover it with dough, then roll the cookie in
cinnamon and sugar mix again. Put on slightly
greased cookie sheets 2 " apart.
Put a few grains of sea or earth salt on each cookie. Bake 8-10 minutes at 350* until the edges
turn golden brown. Makes about 30 cookies.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-59393250560532789192014-02-26T07:03:00.002-08:002020-12-26T13:18:47.253-08:00Tuna Casserole<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;">(My version without using “cream of” soups. I know many "modern" people make fun of this casserole, but it is one of my husband's most requested.)<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana;"><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;"> Begin cooking 2 1/2 c. dry noodles to desired
tenderness and drain (takes about 15-20 mins)</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 14pt;"> (You can add the liquid drained off the
tuna in the water to cook the noodles)</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana;"><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;">Melt
4 T. butter or margarine, then add</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana;"><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;">4
T. flour, stir thoroughly, then add</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana;"><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;">2
c. milk, stir again until no lumps, then</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana;"><i><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;">Simmer
until thick</span></i><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;">
and just barely bubbling.</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana;"><i><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;">Then
add—</span></i><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana;"><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;">½
c. Italian salad dressing</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana;"><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;">½
c. Ranch dressing</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana;"><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;">2
cans tuna, drained </span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 14pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana;"><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;">½
cup mayonnaise or Miracle Whip</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana;"><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;">Milk
to thin</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana;"><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;">Salt,
pepper to taste</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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t. all purpose seasoning (optional)</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana;"><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;">Optional: Add 1 cup frozen peas</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: verdana;"><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 18pt;">Place
in casserole pan and sprinkle grated cheese and/or breadcrumbs or crushed potato chips on top, heat
thoroughly, then serve! (OR, just serve
from the saucepan after warming)</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-52840591026017909652014-02-26T07:01:00.000-08:002014-02-26T13:28:07.244-08:00Shrimp Enchiladas Verde<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">(a delicious way to stretch 1 # of shrimp) <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">(Serves 4-5)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">1 # peeled, cooked shrimp, tails removed and cut
into smaller pieces. </span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">(you can buy the uncooked shrimp, saute in butter
and garlic)( Also can use chicken or turkey instead of shrimp.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">1 C. frozen corn<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">4 oz. can chopped green chilis, (not drained)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">1 to 2 C.
canned green enchilada sauce or mild green
salsa (depending on how saucy or spicy you like it)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">15 oz. can of black OR pinto beans, rinsed and
drained <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">8 corn tortillas OR 6 cooked flour tortillas<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Maiandra GD, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 16pt;">8 oz. shredded cheese (Mexican style, </span><span style="font-size: 21px;">Mozzarella</span><span style="font-size: 16pt;">,
Jack or Cheddar)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">1/2 C. chopped fresh cilantro<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Lime, cut into wedges<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Coat 9 x 13 or dripper pan with cooking spray.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Combine
corn, chilis and 1/2 of enchilada sauce.
Microwave until heated through. Add beans and shrimp.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Layer 1/2 of the tortillas onto the pan. You may have to tear them to fit. Top with the shrimp/bean mixture. Layer the
rest of the tortillas. Sprinkle cheese
all over the top. Cover with foil. Bake at 300 - 325 for about 30 mins. until
all ingredients are heated and cheese look bubbly. Remove foil, top with cilantro. Serve with lime wedges and ranch dressing if
desired.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">DUTCH OVEN CAMPING OPTION: Use a 14" DO. Use canned shrimp, canned or fresh corn.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-47976706635223292632014-02-26T06:57:00.002-08:002014-02-26T06:57:58.714-08:00Chocolate Chili<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #7d3b05; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal;">Inspired
by Chef Bryan Woolley, KUTV. Modified by Judy.<o:p></o:p></span></h5>
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<span style="color: #7d3b05; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt;">1 lbs. extra lean ground beef, bison burger or steak, chopped
finely.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #7d3b05; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt;">1 onions, diced<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #7d3b05; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt;">2 garlic cloves, minced finely<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #7d3b05; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt;">1 red or green bell pepper, minced<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #7d3b05; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt;">1 can black beans, juice and all<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #7d3b05; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt;">2 c blended tomatoes or salsa<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #7d3b05; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt;">1 tsp Mexican seasoning<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #7d3b05; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt;">1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #7d3b05; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt;">1/2 tsp. cinnamon<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #7d3b05; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt;">splash of Tabasco--optional<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #7d3b05; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt;">Salt to taste, fresh cracked pepper<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #7d3b05; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt;">Directions:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #7d3b05; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt;">Brown meat and peppers, onions, garlic in some olive or
vegetable oil. Simmer for a couple of minutes. Add beans and tomatoes and spices. Simmer for about 30-40 minutes. Add chocolate, simmer a few more minutes
until it is dissolved. Taste and adjust
seasonings. Serves 4-5. May easily be doubled.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-90382362749268807402014-02-26T06:52:00.003-08:002022-08-24T07:58:38.405-07:00Chile Verde Diera<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-align: center;"><br />
<span face="'Maiandra GD', sans-serif" style="font-size: 14pt;"><br /></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.5in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt;"><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "AR CHRISTY";">(</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">Real Green Chili</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "AR CHRISTY";">, a prize
winning Dutch oven recipe developed by Judy Nelson)</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">5-6 lbs. Chopped (In 1/2
inch pieces) lean meat</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">(pork or chicken--chicken
cooks faster) </span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">2-4
cloves crushed garlic</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">1
diced green pepper and an Anaheim is optional. You can add whatever peppers you
have on hand and decide how much "heat" you want.</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">1
diced medium onion<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">1
1/2 tsp. Salt</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Dash
of pepper</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">1
1/2 tsp. Ground cumin (can substitute Mexican or taco seasoning. the
possibilities for seasoning are almost endless. Sometimes I will add fresh
oregano if I have it.)</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">1/2
tsp paprika</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">½
bunch of cilantro, finely diced</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">2
Tbl lemon or lime juice (with some zest if you like)</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">15oz.
can mild or medium green salsa<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"> 2 tsp sugar<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">14-15
oz. of napolitos with the juice (cactus found in the Mexican section)</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">3
drops liquid smoke or cade essential oil(optional)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Also
optional: several drops of lime
essential oil<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">May
be cooked in any pot, Dutch oven is ideal.
Mix all ingredients and simmer until done, about 40-45 minutes. To thicken, remove 1- 2 cups of the broth,
add about 1/2 cups corn starch or arrowroot, ½ t. Kitchen Bouquet (optional).
Stir the starch mixture well with a fork.
Pour back onto chili, mix well and bring to simmering to thicken. (add more cornstarch if it doesn’t thicken
enough…)Serve on soft, warmed flour tortillas, or rice.</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt;"><u><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Top
with:</span></u><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"> diced tomatoes, diced green peppers,
cilantro, grated cheese, sour cream, ranch dressing, sliced olives, guacamole
etc…</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></p></div>
DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-42137916853309402962014-02-26T06:49:00.005-08:002020-12-27T14:22:19.421-08:00Deviled Eggs<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3jWSFI_UalvFyVrx8sqbRw9Zj-vy_hsivDmv_M7-jAwxvg6i8FCuqnpRBgXEzMggb938CyEkoLtPKQ0SWCKCw04SL8mVFuZAysYkTFog11jRVh8bw39wampk7lmeoTKcaR6psanVAqqZK/s1600/deviled-eggs-day.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3jWSFI_UalvFyVrx8sqbRw9Zj-vy_hsivDmv_M7-jAwxvg6i8FCuqnpRBgXEzMggb938CyEkoLtPKQ0SWCKCw04SL8mVFuZAysYkTFog11jRVh8bw39wampk7lmeoTKcaR6psanVAqqZK/s1600/deviled-eggs-day.jpg" width="320" /></a><span face="Verdana, sans-serif">I am not a fan of hard boiled eggs, but deviled...they're delicious. They are always a hit at a pot luck and are not just limited to Thanksgiving or Easter. I developed this recipe from research and trial.</span><br />
<span face="Verdana, sans-serif"><br /></span>
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<h5 style="background: white; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">12 eggs<o:p></o:p></span></h5>
<h5 style="background: white; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">1/2 cup Best Foods mayonnaise<o:p></o:p></span></h5>
<h5 style="background: white; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">2 T. ranch dressing<o:p></o:p></span></h5>
<h5 style="background: white; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">2 tsp. yellow or Dijon mustard<o:p></o:p></span></h5>
<h5 style="background: white; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">1/8 teaspoon salt<o:p></o:p></span></h5>
<h5 style="background: white; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"> 1/8 tsp Freshly
ground black pepper<o:p></o:p></span></h5>
<h5 style="background: white; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"> 2 tsp. dried parsley
<o:p></o:p></span></h5>
<h5 style="background: white; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">dash of garlic powder <o:p></o:p></span></h5>
<h5 style="background: white; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">1/4 tsp. paprika <o:p></o:p></span></h5>
<h5 style="background: white; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"> 2 tsp finely minced
dill pickles <o:p></o:p></span></h5>
<h5 style="background: white; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">1 T. cream cheese<o:p></o:p></span></h5>
<h5 style="background: white; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"> <o:p></o:p></span></h5>
<h5 style="background: white; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with
enough water that there's 1 1/2 inches of water above the eggs. Heat on high
until water begins to boil, then cover, turn the heat to low, and cook for 1
minute. Remove from heat and leave covered for 14 minutes, then rinse under
cold water continuously for 1 minute. </span><span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">OR...better still cook the eggs in an Insta Pot. Use steaming basket, add 2 cups water. Put about 12 eggs in. Pressure for 4 mins. Bring pressure down fairly fast. Let cool to room temp. Easy Peeling!!<o:p style="font-weight: normal;"></o:p></span></h5>
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<h5 style="background: white; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 15.5pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">Crack egg shells and carefully peel. Slice the eggs in half lengthwise, removing
yolks to a medium bowl, place whites on a serving platter. Mash or mix all
ingredients. Evenly disperse heaping spoonfuls of the yolk mixture into the egg
whites. Sprinkle with paprika and serve.<o:p></o:p></span></h5>
DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-54611186077607007272014-02-25T15:25:00.002-08:002014-02-25T15:25:28.778-08:00Seven Layer Dip<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">Layer
1 …mix--</span></i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;">
<span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">1 can refried beans</span><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;">
<span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">2 T. Taco or Mexican
seasoning </span><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;">
<i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">Layer
2…mix--</span></i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;">
<span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">8 oz. cream cheese</span><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;">
<span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">1 c. sour cream</span><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;">
<span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">2 T. Taco seasoning</span><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;">
<i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">Layer
3— (optional)</span></i><i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"> Chopped avocado (coated in Lime or lemon
juice)</span></i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">Layer 4--</span></i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;">
<span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">1 pint of bottled or fresh Salsa</span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">Layer
5—</span></i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;">
<span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">Grated cheddar cheese</span><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">Layer
6—</span></i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">½ can sliced olives</span><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">Layer
7—(optional…)</span></i><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;">
<span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">Chopped green onions</span><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt; text-indent: .5in;">
<span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 22.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">Chopped fresh cilantro</span><span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #984806; font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 128;">Serve with corn or
pita chips.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-9972630699790387362014-02-25T15:19:00.004-08:002023-07-31T15:07:01.983-07:00Cheesecake<div class="MsoNormal">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkNHJb6sQhu_piC-qOzROyUAmRK-_VLjeAs9w-3si-sdZv7cXR96XpKoNwMT51PD4YkHDENKeQYxCSF9lggDnESBSQYPMVHL5RUgCXv-Qf27q5NS49DTiPAbuYhSvci5OOfG6ZxyMQ6qOH/s1600/cheesecake1.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="268" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkNHJb6sQhu_piC-qOzROyUAmRK-_VLjeAs9w-3si-sdZv7cXR96XpKoNwMT51PD4YkHDENKeQYxCSF9lggDnESBSQYPMVHL5RUgCXv-Qf27q5NS49DTiPAbuYhSvci5OOfG6ZxyMQ6qOH/s1600/cheesecake1.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: "blackadder itc"; font-size: 36pt;">Mountain
Road Cheesecake<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 16pt;"> ( </span><span face=""maiandra gd" , sans-serif" style="font-size: 21px;">I love almost anything cheesecake...</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , sans-serif" style="font-size: 16pt;">I think I took Traditional Cheesecake up a notch…)</span></div>
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<i><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 20pt;">Cream
Together—<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
<div class="MsoNormal"><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 20pt;">24-28 oz. of cream cheese<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 20pt;"> 1 c. sugar<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 20pt;"> 1 large egg <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 20pt;">Blend
in—<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 20pt;"> 2 t. lemon peel (optional)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 20pt;"> 2 T. lemon juice<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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until very fluffy, nearly doubled.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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in dripper pan or even 3 – 9” pie pans. Sprinkle cookie or graham crumbs on
top. You can make a graham cracker or
cookie crust and spread it as the first layer if desired. Bake at 325* for 1</span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 22pt;">
hour, then </span><span face=""maiandra gd" , "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 20pt;">turn
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DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-80708621219724478992014-02-25T07:36:00.003-08:002014-02-25T07:36:59.264-08:00Orange ChickenThis has got to be one of my new favorites: My daughter-in-law introduced me to it. The original recipe is from Mel's Kitchen cafe. It's not a totally "healthy" dish, but a nice transition from eating out. I think it was inspired by Panda Express Orange chicken, but is WAY better than ANY I have had ANYWHERE! I tweaked it a bit, so I can call it my own. It does NOT deep fry the chicken and is super easy! (Makes 3-5 servings)<br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; font-size: 14pt;">1 - 1 1/2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2" cubes<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; font-size: 14pt;">1 t. garlic powder<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; font-size: 14pt;">1/2 t. pepper<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS';">(Dip each piece of chicken in the flour mix and coat evenly)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS';">Pour 2-4 Tb. oil (Coconut oil works well) or melted butter in a shallow baking dish or cast iron skillet, large enough to accommodate chicken in a single layer. Arrange chicken in the pan and bake uncovered for 15- 20 mins.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; font-size: 14pt;">2 C. orange juice<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; font-size: 14pt;">1/3 C. rice vinegar or lemon juice<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; font-size: 14pt;">2 1/2 Tb. soy sauce ( or one of those little packets)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; font-size: 14pt;">1 Tb. orange zest<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; font-size: 14pt;">1/4 to 1/2 C. brown sugar<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; font-size: 14pt;">1/2 t. finely minced fresh ginger root<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; font-size: 14pt;">1 t. minced fresh garlic<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; font-size: 14pt;">2 Tb. minced green onion or chives<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS';">Bring to a boil. Turn down heat.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS';">Combine in a separate cup until dissolved:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; font-size: 14pt;">3 Tb. corn starch<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS'; font-size: 14pt;">1/4 C. water<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS';">Add to sauce and simmer until thickened (about 1-2 mins) Add 3 drops orange or tangerine essential oil.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-26811948098691255152014-02-25T07:14:00.001-08:002014-02-26T13:33:13.563-08:00Judy's Stuffing<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Here is the famous and frequently requested stuffing recipe. I developed it from several versions.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">(not only for Thanksgiving…Make and serve
with any meat)</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">Melt 1 cube butter or
margarine in saucepan. </span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">Add 3
c.—total-- celery and onions, chopped.
Saute slowly. </span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><u><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">Add:</span></u></i><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">2 T. Spinach flakes
(optional)</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">1 T. Parsley</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">1 ½ T. poultry seasoning</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">1 t. salt and ¼ t. pepper </span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">3 Tb. Finely chopped
fresh or 2 Tb. dried sage</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">Fresh rosemary and
thyme if available</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">Add 1 to 1 ½ c. chicken or turkey broth, water or milk
then beat in 2 or 3 eggs. Pour mix over 5 qts. Fresh bread “cubes” or 4 qts dried
and stir until all is moistened. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">This is a versatile recipe. Can add a variety of seasonings, whatever you have on hand. Walnuts, pecans, sausage, dried cranberries, mushrooms...the possibilities are endless. Can
substitute cooked rice for part of the bread.</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">Bake at 350* for 60
min, uncovered. </span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-58708858849701848862014-02-25T07:09:00.003-08:002014-02-25T07:10:21.196-08:00Potato Salad<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS';">(I created this version and am always asked for this recipe...and to bring this to picnics or pot lucks. ) </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">About 7 medium
potatoes, steamed and cut into chunks </span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">(peeling is optional)</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">1 cup chopped celery</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">¼ c. chopped onion</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">½ chopped cucumber
(optional)</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">3 hard boiled eggs,
chopped</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Sauce: 1 ½ cups mayonnaise</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">¼ c. Cesar or oil/vinegar
dressing (or similar)</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">2 Tb. jalapeno or
other Ranch-type dressing</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">2 t. mustard</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">3 Tb. Lemon juice</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">¼ c. of other creamy
salad dressing such as Ranch or Cilantro (</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">very versatile here, use what you have)</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">½ t. paprika</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">2 Tb. fresh chives or
dried parsley</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">2 t. salad sprinkle
(or other salad season mix)</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">2-4 Tb. milk</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Bradley Hand ITC"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Bradley Hand ITC"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Bradley Hand ITC";">I came up with this version...Better than its cousin-- “funeral”
potatoes…</span></b><b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Steam, bake or boil
approximately 7-9 potatoes until slightly soft but not mushy. After cooking,
peel or leave the peelings on and cut into 1/2" pieces. The amount depends on the size of potatoes
etc. This recipe serves about 10.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">1 large 26 oz can of Healthy
Choice Cream Chicken soup (or Cream Mushroom, etc.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">1 cup sour cream</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">1/2 cup Ranch dressing</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Optional: Italian
dressing </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">1-2 cups shredded cheddar
cheese</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Optional
ingredients--fresh herbs, chopped peppers, mushrooms, bacon, parsley</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Leftover vegetables,
etc………….This can be a creative process. The condensed soup may be substituted
with mayonnaise, more ranch and other seasonings.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Mix all ingredients
including potatoes until desired consistency.
Add milk if too thick or more dressing.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Place in casserole dish
or Dutch oven. Another 1-2 cups shredded
cheese on top. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Bake until heated through
and cheese melts at about 300-325.</span></div>
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DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-81149509818028988712014-02-25T07:01:00.000-08:002014-02-25T07:01:01.978-08:00Home Made Noodles<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 5.0pt;">
<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">(handed down from Great
Grandma Levena Barnes)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Combine<b>—</b></span></i><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">2
eggs</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">¼
c. milk </span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">½
t. salt</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Add
flour enough for a stiff dough</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"> (about 2 cups)</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Roll
very thin on floured surface. Let stand
until fairly dry. You can cut with a pizza cutter at this point OR roll loosely
and slice. Slice them VERY thin. Add to broth or soups. Boil for 10 mins. You can add them to chicken broth or soup,
thicken the soup with corn starch. (if the noodles haven’t thickened it
enough) Serve the thickened soup over
mashed potatoes. Yum! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span>DreamPackerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05968431696552910903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7567095249530990910.post-50986269473065956292014-02-25T06:58:00.002-08:002014-02-25T06:58:27.230-08:00Dutch Baby<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">(from
Pam Anderson, threemanycooks.com. This is basically a smaller version of a
"German Pancake")</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Makes 2-3 servings.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> Adjust
rack to middle position and heat oven to 425.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">1
cup whole milk<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">1/4
tsp. Salt<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> Then add 1 cup
flour, whisk until mostly smooth. Let stand a few minutes and whisk
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heat 2 Tbl. butter in a heavy bottom 10" skillet over med heat until light
golden brown.</span><span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Maiandra GD","sans-serif"; font-size: 20.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Pour milk mixture into skillet. Transfer to oven and bake until puffed and
golden, about 15-17 minutes. Without
removing from the oven, sprinkle 1 Tbl. sugar.
Bake/Broil for a minute or two longer until sugar melts slightly. (Watch
carefully, as it burns quickly) Remove
from oven and drizzle with sauce or syrup.
My favorite is equal parts of fresh cranberry sauce mixed with Orange
Marmalade.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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