TROPICAL POUND CAKE

TROPICAL POUND CAKE

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This pound cake is the perfect spring dessert. It is so light, moist, and refreshing with a delightful blend of tropical flavors. If you like coconut and pineapple, this is a cake for you. It is so easy to prepare, so bake one for your family and several to share with...
PATTY’S PICK: Mimi’s Scalloped Potatoes

PATTY’S PICK: Mimi’s Scalloped Potatoes

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This is the way my late mother always made Scalloped Potatoes. The recipe is easy to prepare with ingredients that you have on hand. This is a versatile side dish with just about any menu. I even serve this creamy and delicious casserole for brunch. Enjoy! Mimi’s...
MILK AND COOKIES

MILK AND COOKIES

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SPECIAL CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour 1¼ teaspoons baking soda ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup shortening ¼ cup light brown sugar ½ cup sugar 1 tablespoon honey 1 egg, beaten 1 teaspoon Grand Marnier 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preheat...
FRICASSEE OF BEEF AND BABY VEGETABLES

FRICASSEE OF BEEF AND BABY VEGETABLES

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¾  cup all-purpose flour ¾ cup vegetable oil 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 2-inch pieces 1-2 tablespoons Creole seasoning ¼ pound baby pattypan squash ¼ pound baby zucchini 1 pint cherry tomatoes 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped celery...
VALENTINE LOVE

VALENTINE LOVE

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I have always loved Valentine’s Day and hearts, pink, lace, and special cards.  When I taught elementary school, it was such a fun time for the children because they loved creating bags to share cards with their classmates and making cards for their parents,...
CARAMEL POTS DE CRÈME

CARAMEL POTS DE CRÈME

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6 large egg yolks 1 cup sugar ¼ cup water 1 cup milk 2 cups heavy whipping cream 1 cup brown sugar Preheat oven to 300 degrees. In a large mixing bowl, place egg yolks and lightly whisk them. Set bowl aside. In a heavy-bottomed pot (large enough to eventually hold...