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~ Shopping List ~ 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup margarine, softened 1 1/2 cups white sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract ~ What to do ~ Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together, set aside. In a large bowl, cream together the margarine and sugar…
~ Shopping List ~ 9 Lasagna noodles 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1.5 cups defatted chicken stock 15 oz part-skim or nonfat ricotta cheese 1 egg 1 jar (15 ounces) roasted red peppers, well drained 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 pound mushrooms, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon dried parsley (2 tablespoons fresh) 1 clove garlic, minced 2 teaspoons…
A recent twit from David Pogue reminded me of something very important about social interactions and finding success in situations that involve them (like business for example). Air France, Moscow->Paris: Attendant greets each passenger in English, French, or Russian. Me: “How do you know?” “Passports & newspapers!” 11-09-04 12:21 , @Pogue Too often in our lives we get…
~ Shopping List ~ 1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 1 head roasted garlic 2 tablespoons olive oil The leaves of 1 stem of fresh rosemary The leaves of 3 stems of fresh thyme ~ To do ~ Add all the ingredients to a food processor and puree until smooth. * To roast garlic,…
We ran across a similar gumbo on our honeymoon in New Orleans (pre-Katrina). This recipe is an adaptation of the recipe from the restaurant the Gumbo Shop. ~ Shopping List ~ 2 lbs. fresh or frozen shrimp1/4 lbs. Andouille sausage (or any hot sausage)3 quarts broth (chicken, beef or vegetable according to your taste)2 tablespoons cooking…
This decadent cake can be dressed up for the most formal occasions or just enjoyed as a simple picnic desert. ~ Shopping List ~ 1/2 cup shortening1-1/2 up. sugar2 eggs2 oz. red cake coloring1 teaspoon vanilla1 tablespoon cocoa1 teaspoon salt2 -1/2 cup plain flour1 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon soda (don’t sift w/flour)1 tablespoon vinegar ~ What…
This frosting is a perfect topping for our Red Velvet Cake. ~ Shopping List ~ 1 stick margarine1 8oz. pkg. cream cheese4 cup = l box powdered sugar (sifted)1 cup chopped nuts (optional)1/2 teaspoon vanilla ~ What to do ~ Let margarine and cream cheese soften at room temp. Cream well with mixer. Add powdered sugar…
This hearty, traditional Québec dish is always a family winter favorite.
Dough ~ Shopping List ~ 2.25 cups all purpose flour 1.5 teaspoons salt 1/2 cup cold butter 1 large egg 1/3 cup ice water 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar Empanada Filling Egg wash ~ What to do ~ Sift flour with salt into a large bowl and blend in butter with fingertips until it resembles…