BLUEBERRY-BUTTERMILK BISCUITS WITH LEMON GLAZE 

BLUEBERRY-BUTTERMILK BISCUITS WITH LEMON GLAZE 

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3 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt ½ cup sugar 1/3 cup vegetable shortening 1 large egg, beaten ¾ cup buttermilk 1 cup fresh blueberries 3 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted 3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar ¼...
Date Nut Muffins

Date Nut Muffins

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Recently, Ruth Smith of Brandon left a pretty plate of these delicious date nut muffins along with the recipe at my back door. They were such a delightful treat with a lovely thought from a special friend. l have also baked and shared these muffins with friends and...
EGGPLANT PARMESAN

EGGPLANT PARMESAN

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There is nothing better than a fresh vegetable casserole in the summertime.  This is the perfect summer meal with vegetables from the garden. Just add a refreshing salad, some crusty buttered bread, and of course, your favorite people! Enjoy!   1 large eggplant (about...
PATTY’S PICK: MIMI’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM

PATTY’S PICK: MIMI’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM

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MIMI’S HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM 6 large eggs at room temperature 2½ cups sugar 2 large cans evaporated milk 3 tablespoons pure vanilla extract  Enough whole milk to make a gallon In a large glass bowl, beat eggs with a wire whisk until foamy. Add sugar,...
BISCUITS WITH CREAMY CRAWFISH SAUCE

BISCUITS WITH CREAMY CRAWFISH SAUCE

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2 sticks butter  ½ cup chopped sweet peppers  ½ cup chopped scallions  1 clove garlic, minced  1 pound crawfish tails  1 teaspoon Creole seasoning  1 teaspoon Tabasco or other hot sauce  ½ cup seafood stock  ½ cup cream or more  4 homemade biscuits, buttered and kept...
FRENCH CHERRY PIE

FRENCH CHERRY PIE

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3 egg whites  1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar  1 cup sugar  9 saltine crackers, finely crushed  1/2 cup chopped pecans  1 teaspoon vanilla  Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Beat egg whites until foamy; add cream of tartar. Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff. Fold in...