These rich, addictive beauties bear no relationship to those pale, watery pretenders that wind up on many a poor schlub’s Thanksgiving table. Amounts can be doubled, halved, whatever quite easily; and a little more or less of this or that to taste is fine, too. 3 lbs. small white onions 2 T. unsalted butter 1 [...]
Tags: cream, creamed onions, onions
This recipe got its name because it was so often made as a treat when our boys were playing youth soccer. Since it pulls apart into lots of small pieces it was perfect for feeding a bunch of youngsters after the game. This recipe takes about two hours to complete so allow enough time. 2 [...]
We got these recipes while living in Germany and traditionally serve during the holidays. Always a big hit. We usually have to make several batches. We most often make the red version but both are good. Try them to see which you like best. Red Gluhwein: 6 C red wine 1- 1 1/2 C sugar [...]
Tags: gluhwein, red wine, white wine
This is a really fun thing to let the kids help with. They absolutely will not believe it will work. You might not either – the first time you do it. Makes a 5 pound cake. This recipe was created back when graham crackers came in a 1 pound (16 ounce) box. You might have [...]
Tags: dessert, fruit cake, graham crackers, no bake
Basic recipe: 1/2 Cup brown sugar 1/2 Cup chopped pecans 1/2 Cup (1 stick) margarine or butter Graham crackers (Aunt Doris usually uses 1 Cup. Mom (Granny) usually uses 3/4 Cup.) Melt the butter and sugar. Boil for about 4 minutes. Stir in pecans. Cover a 1/2 sheet pan/jelly roll pan/sided cookie sheet with graham [...]
Tags: cookies, dessert, graham crackers, pecans
1 Cup Butter 2 Cups Sugar 3 Cups self-rising flour. (If using all purpose flour add 1/2 tsp salt and 3 tsp Baking Powder) 4 Eggs 1 Cup milk 1 tsp vanilla 2 Cups pecans (or more) Cream butter, sugar and eggs. Add vanilla. Add alternately milk and flour. Blend and mix until smooth. Stir [...]
We got this recipe while living in Germany. Friends frequently request we bring this dish to dinner parties. I think it has been on the Thanksgiving menu for the last 5 years. 4 slices of bacon 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/3 cup vinegar 1/2 tsp salt 2 Tbsp sugar Freshly ground black pepper to taste [...]
We first ate this at a church covered dish supper. I had three servings during the meal and went back for another after I ate dessert. 1 pound Asparagus 2 Tbsp butter 2 Tbsp flour 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup grated cheddar cheese 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced 1/2 cup soft bread or cracker crumbs Liquid [...]
This is one of our favorite recipes. It came from an old issue of Gourmet magazine. Mix together 2 cups (or however much you have) of crab meat or shrimp, etc., 3/4 cup sliced celery, 2/3 cup lime mayo (recipe follows), 1 Tbsp lime juice, salt and pepper. Chill. Mound in avocado halves sprinkle with [...]
1 Navel orange 4 C fresh or frozen cranberries 4 large red apples, peeled and grated 2 C sugar Finely grate outer orange rind and set aside. Peel off and discard white stuff. Slice into 8 pieces. Place 1/4 of the cranberries and orange slices in a food processor. Process until evenly chopped. Put in [...]