1 package plain wafer cookies either vanilla or chocolate filled (do not get chocolate coated wafer cookies) 1 cup semi sweet-chocolate chips (milk chocolate can be used if you prefer) 3/4 cup crushed cornflakes 3 tbsp melted butter 1 tbsp sugar (optional) 1/4 tsp salt Mix crushed cornflakes with melted butter and salt. Sprinkle inContinue reading “Flaky flix cookie copy”
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Spinach (or greens) au Gratin
Two packages of chopped frozen spinach or greens (16 oz) thawed and squeezed of excess water 1 small onion finely diced 1 garlic clove minced 2 tbsp flour 1 1/4 cup milk 1/2 cup parmesan 1/2 cup French fried onions or breadcrumbs olive oil, salt and pepper, Tabasco Preheat oven to 375. In large skilletContinue reading “Spinach (or greens) au Gratin”
Dinner in a hurry
Two boneless skinless chicken breasts Garlic powder Salt and pepper One bag precut broccoli (12 oz) One bag frozen corn (16 oz) One onion cut in half then cut into large pieces 1/3 cup fresh grated parmesan 1/2 cup butter 1 pound pasta any shape you like 1 tbsp olive oil Bring large pot ofContinue reading “Dinner in a hurry”
Brambrack or Fruit Tea Bread
350 grams dried fruit snipped into small pieces 225 grams light brown sugar 300 ml hot earl gray tea (made double strength) 275 grams flour 14 grams baking powder 3 grams salt Juice of one lemon Zest of one lemon 1 egg, beaten Put mixed fruit, sugar, & tea in a bowl. Cover and putContinue reading “Brambrack or Fruit Tea Bread”
Southwest chicken casserole
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs or combination of both * 12 ounces of salsa green or red or both* 1 tbsp olive oil 1 diced yellow onion 1 diced bell pepper 1 large can of red enchilada sauce (Las Palmas has both mild or hot. I use mild. Choose according to yourContinue reading “Southwest chicken casserole”
Not a recipe: key lime cheesecake
A few years ago, I stayed at a hotel in a Monterey for work. There were a few problems with the room for which maintenance had to come in and fix them. I didn’t complain, but they gave me free room service dinner that night, so I ordered their Key Lime cheesecake. This is whatContinue reading “Not a recipe: key lime cheesecake”
Empanada dough (no filling recipe)
4 cups bread flour 3/4 cup lard 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 cup cold water 1 egg well beaten Place the bread flour, lard, and butter in a medium mixing bowl. Rub the lard and butter into the flour until evenly blended. Easiest to do this by pinchingContinue reading “Empanada dough (no filling recipe)”
Pasta Frola (shortcake with jam)
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup of butter, frozen 2 eggs, well beaten 1 tbsp water 1 tsp vanilla Jam. Any flavor. Preheat oven to 350. Put in the bowl, flour, sugar, baking powder; and salt. Whisk to combine. Grate frozen butter intoContinue reading “Pasta Frola (shortcake with jam)”
Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake
1 box yellow cake mix (I use Duncan Hines but any will work) 1 small box vanilla instant pudding 1 cup water 1/2 cup butter softened 3 teaspoons grated orange peel 4 eggs 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped (do not thaw frozen cranberries) Powdered sugar for dusting Preheat oven to 325°F. GreaseContinue reading “Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake”
Spaghetti and Meatballs with simple garlic bread
Meatballs: 4 slices dry bread 3 tbsp milk 1 lb ground beef 2 eggs 1/2 cup freshly grated Romano (grate using a blender for best results) 2tbsp chopped parsley 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tsp crushed oregano 1 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper Tear bread into pieces. Soak in milk and then stir until aContinue reading “Spaghetti and Meatballs with simple garlic bread”
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