Judy’s Strawberry Pretzel Salad (Sweet, Salty, Creamy—and Always the First to Go) There are desserts that feel fancy… and then there are desserts that feel familiar in the best possible way. Judy’s Strawberry Pretzel Salad falls right into that second category. It’s one of those recipes that shows up at holidays, potlucks, church gatherings, family…
Ingredients : SHORTBREAD LAYER: 1½ cups all-purpose flour ¾ cup firmly packed light brown sugar ½ cup butter, softened ½ cup finely chopped pecans CHEESECAKE LAYER: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened ½ cup sugar ½ cup milk 2 teaspoons vanilla extract PECAN PIE LAYER: ¾ cup firmly packed brown sugar ½ cup light…
Ingredients 4 C. water 4 C. raisins 1 C. light brown sugar 5 T. cornstarch 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. salt 2 tsp. lemon juice 3 T. butter (not margarine) 1 tsp. vanilla extract 2, 9″ deep dish pie shells Directions -Combine raisins and water in a med. pot, bring to a boil and cook…
Ingredients: Leftover 3 cups cooked brown or white rice 1 k shrimp, peel & deveined 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, paprika and garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Fresh black pepper to taste 2 scrambled egg whites 1 whole egg, scrambled 1/2 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves minced…
Layered Salad in a Cake Pan (Fresh, Crunchy, and Built to Impress Without Stress) You know those dishes that quietly make a comeback? Not because they’re trendy—but because they just work. This Layered Salad in a Cake Pan is one of those. It’s structured, colorful, and surprisingly satisfying. And when you slice into it and…
INGREDIENTS: 1 cup sugar ½ cup cocoa powder 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt ½ cup milk 4 tablespoons butter, melted 1 large egg yolk 2 teaspoons vanilla extract ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips 1 cup boiling water INSTRUCTIONS: 1-Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray an 8-inch square baking…
Ingredients For the bread: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 cups granulated sugar Zest of 2 large oranges 1 1/2 cups buttermilk 1 cup oil (vegetable or canola oil) 4 large eggs slightly beaten 2 Tablespoons fresh orange juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups fresh cranberries halved For…
Servings 8 servings Calories 267 kcal INGREDIENTS 1 large white onion 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons paprika 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon oregano salt and pepper to taste 2 large eggs 1 1/2 cups milk 1 quart vegetable oil Chipotle, Thousand Island or other dipping sauce optional INSTRUCTIONS…
Junk Yard Salad (Sweet, Creamy, and Pure Nostalgia in a Bowl) Let’s just address the name for a second. “Junk Yard Salad” doesn’t exactly sound… elegant. But if you grew up around potlucks, church gatherings, or big family holidays, you probably already know—this kind of dish always disappears first. This Junk Yard Salad is one…
Ingredients 1½ pounds carrots, peeled and cut all the same size, (I used Earth Exotics) 2 Tablespoons olive oil 3 Tablespoons honey 1 Tablespoon brown sugar freshly-ground salt and pepper Directions Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a bowl, combine the honey and brown sugar. Microwave for about 15 seconds. Just enough to melt the…