Fruits of the Harvest

Fruits of the Harvest

Fall is a great time to take nature walk in the woods with a basket to collect a bounty for the table. The roadside is filled with a great variety of textures, colors, shapes, and sizes. Jewel-tone leaves and branches and all sort of cones, fruits, and berries are...
MAPLE SAUSAGE AND PECAN WAFERS

MAPLE SAUSAGE AND PECAN WAFERS

1 cup chopped pecans 10 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, grated 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1½ teaspoons kosher salt ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper 3 tablespoons shortening 8 ounces raw maple sausage Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a sheet pan with...
TERRIFIC TAILGATE

TERRIFIC TAILGATE

VIDALIA ONION DIP 2 large Vidalia mild onions 2 cups freshly shredded parmesan cheese, divided 1 cup mayonnaise 1 cup sour cream 1 1/2 teaspoons dill weed, divided Finely chop onions in food processor. Add 1 1/2 cups of cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, and 2 teaspoons...
SCHOOL SPIRIT SUGAR COOKIES

SCHOOL SPIRIT SUGAR COOKIES

BUTTER SUGAR COOKIES 2 cups butter, softened 1 cup sugar 1 egg 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted Cream butter and sugar. Add egg and vanilla. Gradually add flour. Mix well. Roll dough into ball, wrap in wax paper, and refrigerate for 1 hour....
VEGETABLES ON THE STOVE KITCHEN BUFFET

VEGETABLES ON THE STOVE KITCHEN BUFFET

SWEET AND SOUR GREEN BEANS 4 slices bacon 3 (14.5-ounce) cans Allen’s cut Italian Green Beans 2 tablespoons real bacon bits 1 cup slivered almonds 1/2 cup vinegar 1/2 cup sugar In a large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon from pan, crumble, and set...
FRESH DESIGN IDEAS

FRESH DESIGN IDEAS

Instead of the usual flowers, try using an assortment of fruits and vegetables as table arrangements. These natural beauties have all the elements of good deign – form, color, line and texture. YOU WILL NEED: Assorted vegetables or fruits Simple bowls Sharp...