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~ Shopping List ~ 1/2 cup shortening1.25 cups packed light brown sugar3/4 cup peanut butter1 egg3 tablespoons milk1 tablespoon vanilla extract1.75 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon salt ~ What to do ~ Preheat oven to 375 degrees (F). In a medium bowl, cream together shortening, brown sugar and peanut butter until smooth. Stir…
~ Shopping List ~ 4 medium ripe tomatoes 4 cloves garlic 2 cucumbers, peeled, seeded & chopped 2 tender celery stalks 1 medium red onion 1 red bell pepper, chopped 4 cups tomato juice 1/4 cup balsamic or red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon olive oil Worcestershire sauce to taste Optional: tabasco sauce ~ What to…
This simple thin crust is a perfect subtle base for any pizza.
Landing somewhere between a chili and spaghetti, this non traditional chili is always a favorite for kids and adults alike. ~ Shopping List ~ 1lb ground beef1 can chili beanstomato sauce (4 cans)1 medium to large onionchili pepper (to taste)spaghetti (to taste)water Optionals: cheese, corn chips ~ What to do ~ Brown ground beef with…
Simple yet satisfying. This soup is perfect for those cold rainy days. ~ Shopping List ~ 4-6 medium potatoes, peeled and diced1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon butter1 cup milk4 tablespoons floursalt & pepper (to taste)water Optionals: bacon, cheese ~ What to do ~ Fill large heavy bottom pot half-way and bring to a boil. Add…
~ Shopping List ~ 2.5 cups all purpose flour 1 cup butter 1/2 cup white sugar 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon almond extract ~ What to do ~ Cream butter until light. Gradually add sugar beating until light and fluffy. Beat in extract. Gradually blend in flour. Cover and chill at least 1 hour (no more…
~ Shopping List ~ 1 cup confectionner’s sugar 1 tablespoon shortening 1 tablespoon milk 1 drop vanilla food coloring (optional) ~ What to do ~ Beat all ingredients together until smooth. Top cookies or cakes.
~ Shopping List ~ 1.5 cups flour 3/4 cups sugar 1.5 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup milk 1/3 cup melted butter 1 egg slightly beaten 1 cup finely chopped apple ~ What to do ~ Combine flour, sugar, baking powder and cinnamon. Add remaining ingredients, stir just until blended. Bake at 375…
~ Shopping List ~ 1 lb raw shrimp 1 celery stalk with greens 1/2 small onion finely chopped 1/2 small green bell pepper 1 clove garlic 1 handful of fresh parsley leaves 1 tablespoon seafood seasoning 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper zest of 1 lemon salt and pepper to taste olive oil for sauce 1/4 cup mayonnaise…
~ Shopping List ~ 1/2 cup butter 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 cups all purpose flour 3 large bananas, very ripe, mashed 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans/walnuts ~ What to do ~ Cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each. Sift…