by Patty Roper
If you like pecan pie and the creamy taste of caramel, you will love this version of the traditional Southern recipe. Carolyn Hodges, a dear friend of mine from Brandon, shared this delicious recipe with me. She thinks her addition of the Madagascar vanilla makes all...
by Patty Roper
PUMPKIN PIE 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin 3 eggs, beaten 1 cup sugar ¼ teaspoons cloves ¼ teaspoon ginger 1½ teaspoons cinnamon ¼ teaspoon salt 1 (5-ounce) can evaporated milk 2 (9-inch) pie crusts, unbaked 1 box yellow cake mix 1 cup pecans, chopped 1 stick butter,...
by Patty Roper
Ann Conner of Brandon makes these spicy crackers every year for Christmas gifts. The original recipe is from her friend Rita Hickman of Brandon. These delicious crackers, with a perfect blend of spices, are just the treats to share with friends, neighbors, and...
by Patty Roper
SWEET MILK POUND CAKE 3 cups cake flour, sifted 2½ teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt ²?³ cup butter, softened 1¾ cups sugar 2 eggs 1½ teaspoons vanilla 1¼ cups milk Confectioners’ sugar for dusting cake Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray pan with Baker’s Joy...
by Patty Roper
This simple and delicious vegetable will complement any holiday menu. SIMPLY GREAT GREEN BEANS 6 (14.5-ounce) cans whole green beans 1/2 stick butter 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup Hormel real crumbled bacon Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Drain green beans, and pour into a...
by Patty Roper
Cheryl Sides, a dear friend from Abita Springs, Louisiana, gave me this recipe, saying that it was one of the best entrées she had ever tasted, and before I had the opportunity to try the recipe, Carol Hardison of Ridgeland brought the Fillets of Beef to my house for...
