A quick, nutritious, spicy as you want, one-pot meal from the Middle East. Shakshuka Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees F. Sauté in a large skillet: 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and chopped Cook gently until soft and browned, about 20 minutes. Add: 2-3 […]
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Cousin Ginny’s Pumpkin Muffins
Apr 29, 2023
This oldie but goodie is still my favorite not-too-sweet bread or muffin. Cousin Ginny’s Pumpkin Bread or Muffins Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease and flour a bread pan or muffin tin. Blend together: 1/3 cup butter, softened1 cup granulated sugar When smooth and light, mix in, a few ingredients at a time: 2 eggs, […]
Pesto Spinach Lasagna
Sep 4, 2021
This is the easiest vegetarian lasagna I make. Even meat-loving lasagna eaters, love it. Pesto Spinach Lasagna Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, mix: 2 cups (15-oz container) ricotta cheese1 cup parmesan cheese, grated1 egg, lightly beatenSalt and pepper In a larger bowl, blend: 2 quarts (7-8 ounces) lightly packed fresh spinach, coarsely […]
Carrot Cake
Mar 1, 2021
Yes, you can have vegetables for dessert. Try this classic carrot cake recipe with an easy cream cheese frosting made with a food processor. Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium-sized bowl, mix ingredients in the following order: 2 cups white flour1½ cup sugar2 teaspoons cinnamon2 teaspoons baking soda½ […]
Maple Vanilla French Toast
Jan 31, 2021
I always liked my Mom’s French Toast. Now I love this version with added vanilla, maple syrup, cinnamon and nutmeg. Maple Vanilla French Toast Whisk together in a shallow bowl: 4 large eggs2/3 cup whole milk, half & half, or cream2 tablespoons sugar or maple syrup1 teaspoon vanilla¼ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon cinnamonSprinkling of nutmeg In […]
Tangerine Cranberry Salad
Jan 24, 2021
This pretty and ridiculously simple salad takes minutes to make. Your children and salad-avoiding adults will eat the fruit and at least a few lettuce leaves, with only a little encouragement. Tangerine Cranberry Salad Arrange on a plate or in a bowl: Lettuce leaves, whole or torn in bite-size piecesTangerine segments, whole or cut in […]
Poppy Seed Drop Biscuits
Jan 16, 2021
This isn’t my fanciest biscuit, but it is the easiest, and my favorite. Poppy Seed Drop Biscuits Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Mix together in a medium bowl: 1½ cups flour1 tablespoon baking powder1 tablespoon poppy seeds½ teaspoon salt With a pastry blender, cut into the flour mixture: 1/3 cup butter When butter pieces are […]
Vegetable Stroganoff
Jan 10, 2021
Rich and delicious, this stroganoff rivals its beef original. When meat eaters share your table, you can add a few thin strips of sautéed or grilled steak to that serving. The vegetables will be so good, they may do without next time. Vegetable Stroganoff In a large frying pan, sauté until soft: 2 tablespoons oil […]
Pear Almond Tart
Dec 6, 2020
Pay no attention to family members who say they don’t like pears. Serve this anyway. They won’t be able to resist. They will want more. Pear Almond Tart Prepare or purchase a: Single pie crust Press the crust into a pie pan or 10-inch tart pan. Trim off excess dough that drapes over the top of […]
Hungarian Mushroom Soup
Nov 18, 2020
My non-vegetarian boyfriend liked this soup so much that he made it for me at his house one night. We took the leftovers camping! Hungarian Mushroom Soup In a soup pot over medium high heat, sauté: 1-2 tablespoons olive oil1½ pounds mushrooms, thinly sliced2 cups onion, diced Cook and stir until the mushrooms release their […]