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RECIPES 160 OF RUTH EKLEBERRY S FAVORITE RECIPES

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IN THIS SECTION breads breakfast 9 BLUEBERRY MUFFINS 10 DEER HUNTER FRIED CAKES 11 BUTTERMILK POTATO DOUGHNUTS 12 GEORGIA PEACH BREAD 13 RHUBARB BREAD 14 KEY LIME BREAD 15 ZUCCHINI BREAD 16 NUT LOAVES BITTERSWEET GLAZE 17 BUTTERMILK CHOCOLATE BREAD 18 DATE NUT BREAD 19 PUMPKIN BREAD 20 DINNER ROLLS 21 TURKEY GOBBLER BISCUITS 22 BREAKFAST CASSEROLE 23 HASHBROWN QUICHE 24 CRUNCHY CORNBREAD TWISTS

REC I PE bluebe y mu ins COOK TIME 25 30 MIN TEMPERATURE 375 INGREDIENTS 1 2 c butter 2 tsp baking powder tsp salt 1 c sugar 1 4 2 large eggs 21 2 1 tsp vanilla 2 c all purpose flour c blueberries 1 2 c milk 1 tsp sugar 1 4 tsp nutmeg DIRECTIONS Beat butter sugar egg one at a time Then vanilla baking powder salt flour then milk into batter Fold berries in Pour batter into 18 muffin cup tin Top with mixture of sugar and nutmeg Bake for 25 30 min at 375 9

REC I PE d r hunter fried cakes PREP TIME 6 HOURS TEMPERATURE 390 INGREDIENTS 3 3 4 c flour unsifted 1 c sugar 1 tsp cinnamon 2 eggs 1 4 c oil 1 2 1 c buttermilk 1 tsp heaping baking powder tsp salt 1 tsp baking soda DIRECTIONS Mix sugar eggs oil and buttermilk Sift all dry ingredients add to liquid Place in covered bowl and refrigerate 6 hours or overnight Roll into cold 10 1 2 inch balls and fry in deep fat about 390 Drain Serve hot or

REC I PE bu ermilk potato doughnuts TEMPERATURE 375 YIELDS 3 DOZEN INGREDIENTS 1 1 2 c hot mashed potatoes 2 c sugar 1 3 c margarine 3 eggs 1 c buttermilk 1 tsp salt 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp nutmeg 6 c flour cinnamon sugar 4 tsp baking powder 1 1 2 tsp baking soda DIRECTIONS In a large bowl combine mashed potatoes sugar margarine and eggs Beat until smooth Stir in buttermilk and vanilla Sift in flour baking powder baking soda salt and nutmeg Mix well batter will be stiff Chill for about an hour Roll dough out on lightly floured surface to half inch thickness Cut with floured doughnut cutter Fry in deep fat 375 about 1 1 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown Drain on absorbent paper Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar 11

REC I PE georgia peach bread COOK TIME 55 60 MIN TEMP 325 YIELDS 2 LOAVES INGREDIENTS 1 1 2 c sugar 2 c all purpose flour 1 4 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp vanilla 2 eggs 1 tsp baking soda 1 c pecans finely 21 4 1 tsp baking powder 1 2 c shortening c peaches pureed tsp salt chopped DIRECTIONS Cream sugar and shortening together Add eggs mix thoroughly Add peach puree and dry ingredients Mix thoroughly Add vanilla and chopped pecans Stir until blended Pour into two greased and floured loaf pans Bake at 325 for 55 60 min Let bread cool a few minutes before removing from pans 12

REC I PE rhubarb bread COOK TIME 50 60 MIN TEMP 325 YIELDS 2 LOAVES INGREDIENTS Topping Bread 1 tsp baking soda 1 2 firmly packed 1 tsp salt 1 Tbsp butter or c buttermilk 1 tsp vanilla c oil 1 1 2 1 1 2 c brown sugar 3 4 2 3 1 egg 3 c all purpose flour c sugar margarine c fresh rhubarb chopped 1 2 c nuts chopped DIRECTIONS In large bowl combine brown sugar buttermilk oil and egg blend until smooth Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup level off Stir in remaining ingredients except topping mix well Pour batter into greased not oil loaf pans In a small bowl combine topping ingredients Sprinkle over batter Bake at 325 for 50 60min or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean Cool 10 min remove from pans Cool on wire racks 13

FROM WANDA REC I PE key lime bread COOK TIME 50 55 MIN TEMP 350 YIELDS 2 LOAVES INGREDIENTS 1 tsp vanilla 3 Tbsp baking powder 2 c sugar 3 c all purpose flour 2 3 4 eggs 1 tsp salt 1 2 Tbsp key lime juice 2 3 c butter softened c powdered sugar 2 Tbsp lime peel grated 1 c milk 2 Tbsp key lime juice 1 c nuts chopped DIRECTIONS Combine the flour baking powder and salt Add to creamed mixture alternately with milk fold in walnuts Transfer to 2 greased 9x5 loaf pans Bake 350 for 50 55 min Glaze In large mixing bowl cream butter and sugar Add eggs mix well Add lime peel juice vanilla mix until combined Drizzle glaze over warm bread 14

REC I PE zucchini bread COOK TIME 1 HOURS TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS 3 c shredded zucchini 3 c flour 1 tsp baking soda 3 eggs 1 tsp salt 1 tsp baking powder 1 c oil 1 Tbsp cinnamon 2 tsp vanilla 2 c sugar 1 c coconut 1 1 2 c chopped nuts DIRECTIONS Mix well zucchini eggs oil and sugar well with a mixer then add the rest of the ingredients Mix Well Pour into greased and floured pans Bake at 350 for 1 hour 15

REC I PE nut loaves bi ersw t glaze COOK TIME 60 MIN TEMP 350 YIELDS 2 LOAVES INGREDIENTS Glaze Loaves 2 1 4 c flour 3 squares unsweetened 1 tsp baking soda baking chocolate 1 tsp salt melted cooled 1 c butter or margarine 2 c sugar 5 eggs 1 c buttermilk or sour milk 2 squares unsweetened baking chocolate 2 Tbsp butter or margarine dash of salt 2 tsp vanilla 1 3 4 c powdered sugar 1 c nuts finely chopped 3 Tbsp hot water DIRECTIONS Loaves Mix flour soda and salt Cream butter Gradually beat in sugar beat until light and fluffy Add eggs one at a time beating after each Blend in chocolate Alternately add flour mixture and buttermilk beating after each addition Mix in vanilla and nuts Pour into 2 greased and floured 9x5 inch loaf pan Bake at 350 for about an hour or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean Cool for 10 min then remove from pans and finish cooling on racks Top with glaze Garnish with chopped nuts if desired Glaze Melt chocolate in with butter in saucepan over very low heat stirring constantly until smooth Remove from heat and add salt Alternately add sugar with water until spreading consistency 16

REC I PE bu ermilk chocolate bread COOK TIME 55 65 MIN TEMP 350 SERVINGS 12 INGREDIENTS Frosting Bread 1 c sugar c butter softened 1 2 c coca 1 2 1 2 tsp baking powder 2 Tbsp chocolate 2 eggs 1 2 tsp salt 1 c buttermilk 1 2 tsp baking soda 13 4 c all purpose flour 1 2 c nuts chopped 1 2 c margarine softened flavored syrup 2 Tbsp honey DIRECTIONS Bread In a large bowl combine sugar and margarine blend thoroughly Add eggs and mix well Stir in buttermilk Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup level off Add flour cocoa baking powder salt and baking soda Stir just until dry particles are moistened Stir in nuts Pour into a greased 9x5 loaf pan Bake at 350 for 55 65 min or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean Cool upright 15 min before removing from pan Remove and cool completely before slicing Frosting In a small bowl combine all ingredients Beat at highest speed until light and fluffy NOTES You can substitute buttermilk with 1 Tbsp vinegar or lemon juice plus milk to make 1 cup Self rising flour is not recommended 17

FROM DEENA REC I PE date nut bread COOK TIME 1 HOUR 5 MIN TEMP 350 YIELDS 1 LOAF INGREDIENTS 3 4 c chopped nuts 3 Tbsp shortening c boiling water 1 c cut up dates pitted 3 4 1 1 2 tsp baking soda 2 eggs 1 2 tsp salt 1 1 2 1 c sugar 1 1 2 c sifted all purpose flour tsp vanilla DIRECTIONS Mix first 4 ingredients with fork Add shortening water Let stand 20 mins Beat eggs with fork Add vanilla then sugar and flour beating with fork Add date mixture just enough to blend Pour into either 1 9x5x3 loaf pan or 2 small pans Bake at 350 for 65 min until done 2 small pans take less time 18

FROM JUDY REC I PE pumpkin bread COOK TIME 1 HOUR TEMPERATURE 375 INGREDIENTS 1 1 2 c sugar 1 tsp cloves 1 tsp baking powder 3 4 3 4 tsp salt 1 tsp baking soda tsp nutmeg 3 4 1 2 c oil c pumpkin 2 tsp cinnamon 2 eggs 12 3 c flour 1 1 2 c walnuts or pecans DIRECTIONS Sift together dry ingredients then add oil pumpkin eggs and nuts Blend well Bake in a large loaf pan for 1 hour at 375 19

FROM AUNT LEONA REC I PE di er ro s COOK TIME 10 15 MIN TEMPERATURE 425 INGREDIENTS 1 1 2 c warm water 110 115 2 pkg dry yeast 4 c enriched flour 1 4 c sugar 1 1 2 1 3 c soft shortening 1 egg tsp salt DIRECTIONS Pour warm water into large bowl add yeast Let stand for a few minutes Stir to dissolve Add half of the flour the sugar salt shortening egg Beat at medium speed until smooth Add rest of flour stir by hand until smooth Cover bowl let rise in warm place until doubled about 30 min Stir batter 20 25 strokes spoon into muffin cups filling halfway Let rise in warm place until batter reaches top of muffin tins 20 30 min Bake 10 15 min at 425 Remove from pan to cool 20

REC I PE turkey gobbler biscuits COOK TIME 10 15 MIN TEMP 375 SERVINGS 8 INGREDIENTS 1 17 3oz can buttermilk 16 currants dried biscuits refrigerated 2 3 tsp milk 4 raisins quartered 8 sunflower seeds 16 pieces pimiento or red bell pepper cut into 1 8 x 1 2 inch pieces shelled DIRECTIONS Separate dough into 8 biscuits Cut 1 2 inch piece off of each biscuit and set aside to use for body To form feathers cut each larger piece of dough at about 1 4 inch intervals from rounded edge to within 1 2 inch of straight edge Place feather portions of dough 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet Place each body piece of dough cut side down on center of each feather portion allowing 1 4 inch of body to drop below the straight edge Press lower half of each body piece firmly allowing top half of each piece to remain puffy forming head Brush dough with milk For eyes press 2 currants into each head For the beak press sunflower seed below the eyes arrange pimiento piece just below the beak to form the wattle Bake at 375 for 10 15 min or until golden brown Immediately remove from cookie sheet Serve warm 21

REC I PE breakfast ca erole COOK TIME 45 50 MIN TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS 2 lbs sausage cooked 2 c mild cheddar cheese 1 1 2 tsp dry mustard drained 4 slices white bread cubed shredded Salt pepper to taste 8 eggs 21 2 c milk DIRECTIONS In a greased 13x9 casserole dish sprinkle layer of bread in bottom of pan Place layer made of crumbled sausage on top of bread Top the sausage with layer of shredded cheese In a large bowl beat eggs together Add milk dry mustard salt and pepper Beat until frothy Pour over layer of cheese Cover and refrigerate overnight Bake at 350 for 45 50 min 22

FROM ANNETTE REC I PE hashbrown quiche COOK TIME 25 30 MIN TEMP 425 SERVINGS 6 INGREDIENTS 3 c hashbrowns frozen 1 3 c butter 1 c ham cooked and diced 1 c cheddar cheese 1 4 c green pepper 1 2 tsp salt 1 4 tsp pepper 2 eggs 1 2 c milk DIRECTIONS Press hashbrowns between paper towel then press into 9 inch pie plate Drizzle with butter and bake at 425 for 25 min Combine ham cheese and pepper Spoon over crust In bowl beat eggs milk salt and pepper and pour over all Bake at 350 for 25 30 min Let stand for 10 min before serving 23

REC I PE crunchy cornbread t wists COOK TIME 10 15 MIN TEMP 375 YIELDS 16 INGREDIENTS 1 11 5oz can 3 4 c corn chips crushed 1 4 tsp hot pepper sauce refrigerated cornbread 3 Tbsp margarine or dough butter melted DIRECTIONS Unroll dough and separate into strips Place crushed chips on waxed paper In shallow bowl combine butter and hot pepper sauce blend well Dip each strip in the butter mixture roll into crushed corn chips Twist the strips place 1 inch apart on large ungreased cookie sheet Bake 375 for 10 15 min or until golden brown 24

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IN THIS SECTION appetizers ext ras 29 MINT JULEP 48 STUFFED MUSHROOMS 30 ZOMBIE COCKTAIL 49 STUFFED JALAPENO PEPPERS 31 PINK LADY COCKTAIL 50 BLT BITES 32 RAY S PUNCHY PUNCH 51 SMOKED SALMON CUCUMBERS 33 PUNCH 52 ARTICHOKE DIP 34 CIDER RUM PUNCH 53 MICKEY S DRUMSTICKS 35 HOT APPLE CIDER 54 MINUTE RICE MEATBALLS 36 APPLE BRICKLE DIP 55 SCHULER S MEATBALLS 37 SKIP S APPLE DIP 56 COLESLAW 38 PEACH JAM 57 HAAB S COLESLAW 39 DICK S BBQ SAUCE 58 SALAD DIP 40 DILLED CARROTS 59 CLUB RELISH 41 SPIRITED CARROTS 60 CHEESE FONDUE 42 APRICOT GLAZED CARROTS 61 REFRIED BEAN DIP 43 CARROT RING WITH FRESH PEAS 62 DILL DIP 44 VEGETABLES SWISS CHEESE 63 NANCY S OYSTER CRACKERS 45 GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE 46 BACON BEAN BAKE 47 GERMAN BEAN SALAD

REC I PE mint julep zombie SERVINGS 1 INGREDIENTS 5 6 mint 1 oz sprigs passion fruit juice 1 tsp powdered sugar oz unsweetened pineapple juice 2 Tbsp lime juice DIRECTIONS bourbon 2 tsp water andjuice muddle 21 12 2oz ozkentucky rum Tbsp orange 1 tsp powdered sugar 1 2 oz apricot flavored brandy 1 oz jamaica rum 1 2 oz 151 proof demerara rum Into a silver mug or a 12oz Tom Collins glass put mint sugar and water Fill DIRECTIONS glass with shaved ice and the whiskey Stir gently until glass is frosted Add cracked ice and agitate all ingredients except 151 proof for a full minute in electric mixer and strain into 14 oz frosted zombie glass Decorate with a slice of orange lemon pineapple and a cherry Insert 5 6 sprigs of mint on top Serve with straws Decorate with square of pineapple 1 green and 1 red cherry Carefully float the demerara rum and then top with sprig of fresh mint dipped in powdered NOTE Serve with Isugar always make thisstraws for the Kentucky Derby 29

REC I PE zombie SERVINGS 1 INGREDIENTS 1 oz passion fruit juice 1 oz unsweetened pineapple juice 2 Tbsp lime juice 2 Tbsp orange juice 2 1 2 oz rum 1 tsp powdered sugar 1 oz jamaica rum 1 2 oz apricot flavored brandy 1 2 oz 151 proof demerara rum DIRECTIONS Add cracked ice and agitate all ingredients except 151 proof for a full minute in electric mixer and strain into 14 oz frosted zombie glass Decorate with square of pineapple 1 green and 1 red cherry Carefully float the demerara rum and then top with sprig of fresh mint dipped in powdered sugar Serve with straws FROM JACK 30

REC I PE pink lady SERVINGS 1 INGREDIENTS 1 egg white 1 tsp sweet cream 11 2 oz dry gin 1 tsp grenadine DIRECTIONS Shake ingredients well with cracked ice and strain into a 4 oz cocktail glass FROM JACK 31

FROM PAT REC I PE ray s punchy punch SERVINGS DEPENDS ON HOW FESTIVE YOU ARE INGREDIENTS 1 ice mold 8 oz pineapple juice unsweetened 4 oz lemon juice 8 oz grenadine 1 small can frozen grapefruit juice 2 large bottles ginger ale 1 bottle unflavored brandy 4 5 DIRECTIONS Add Champagne just before serving 32 1 bottle sauterne wine 4 5 1 bottle champagne 4 5

FROM WORK REC I PE punch PREP TIME 5 MIN INGREDIENTS 2 boxes frozen strawberries 1 can pineapple chunks 1 qt club soda 2 qts 7up 1 fifth vodka 33

FROM MIKE MILLER REC I PE cider rum punch SERVINGS 30 PREP TIME 3 HOURS INGREDIENTS 2 cans apricot nectar 1 1 2 qts sweet cider c orange juice 3 4 c lime juice 2 c light rum 1 1 2 1 2 c 1 12oz bottle club soda chilled brandy DIRECTIONS Combine all ingredients except club soda in a large punch bowl Refrigerate for at least 3 hours Just before serving stir in club soda Pour over ice cubes in punch cups 34

FROM AUDREY REC I PE hot a le cider SERVINGS 5 INGREDIENTS 1 qt sweet apple cider 8 whole allspice 8 whole cloves 2 green pepper sliced thin few grains salt 1 4 c brown sugar packed 1 stick cinnamon DIRECTIONS Put cider into saucepan Add spices salt and sugar Cover and heat very slowly until hot Remove spices and serve 35

REC I PE a le brickle dip YIELDS 2 CUPS INGREDIENTS 8 oz cream cheese softened 1 2 c packed brown sugar 1 4 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 pkg almond brickle 3 medium tart apples sliced chips or english toffee bits 7 5oz c sugar DIRECTIONS In a mixing bowl beat cream cheese sugars and vanilla Fold in brickle chips Serve with apples Refrigerate any leftovers 36 36

REC I PE skip s a le dip GRANNY SMITH OR JOHNATHAN INGREDIENTS 1 2 c powdered sugar 1 2 c brown sugar packed 8 oz cream cheese softened 1 tsp vanilla crushed peanuts DIRECTIONS Mix together place in shallow bowl and top with crushed peanuts 37

FROM PAT REC I PE peach jam COOK TIME 15 MIN INGREDIENTS 4 c peaches peeled 4 c sugar 1 3 oz pkg lemon jello crushed DIRECTIONS Combine peaches and sugar Cook 15 min Remove from heat add jello Pour into jars and seal 38

FROM WORK REC I PE dicks bbq sauce COOK TIME 10 15 MIN INGREDIENTS c red wine vinegar 3 Tbsp oleo 1 4 2 large onions sliced 2 Tbsp brown sugar cooked until tender 2 c open pit 1 2 tsp garlic powder 1 2 tsp celery salt 1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce DIRECTIONS Mix ingredients simmer 10 15 min 39

REC I PE di ed ca ots SERVINGS 4 INGREDIENTS 1 lb carrots peeled and cut into 1 4 in thick slices 2 Tbsp butter or margarine melted 1 Tbsp lemon juice 1 4 tsp salt 1 Tbsp fresh dill minced 1 4 tsp pepper 1 2 tsp dry mustard 1 2 tsp orange rind grated DIRECTIONS Cook carrots in boiling water until crisp and tender about 10 min Drain Run under cold water to stop cooking Mix remaining ingredients toss with carrots Serve 40

REC I PE spirited ca ots SERVINGS 8 INGREDIENTS 3 Tbsp butter or margarine 3 Tbsp dark brown 1 4 tsp salt 1 4 tsp nutmeg chopped 3 lbs carrots cut into diagonal chunks sugar 3 Tbsp water 1 Tbsp fresh parsley 1 3 c Irish whiskey bourbon DIRECTIONS In skillet over medium high heat bring butter sugar water salt and nutmeg to a boil Add carrots Cover and cook until tender about 1 min Stir in Irish whiskey Cook uncovered stirring occasionally until liquid evaporates and carrots are glazed about 5 min Stir in chopped parsley 41

REC I PE apricot glazed baby ca ots SERVINGS 6 8 INGREDIENTS 4 c baby carrots 1 4 tsp salt 3 Tbsp butter melted 1 4 tsp orange rind 1 3 c apricot preserves or marmalade 2 tsp lemon juice grated 1 4 tsp ground nutmeg DIRECTIONS Cook carrots until tender enough in salted water to barely cover drain Combine remaining ingredients stirring until well blended Spoon over carrots toss well Serve at once 42

REC I PE ca ot ring with french peas COOK TIME 45 MIN TEMP 350 SERVINGS 8 INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp butter or margarine 2 c carrots finely shredded 1 tsp salt 1 8 tsp pepper 1 Tbsp onion finely grated 3 Tbsp butter or 3 Tbsp flour 1 4 tsp salt 3 4 c hot milk about 3 eggs separated margarine DIRECTIONS Melt the 2 Tbsp butter in a heavy saucepan Add carrots cover tightly cook over low heat until they are soft about 8 10 mins Drain measure liquid Season carrots with salt pepper grated onions Melt the 3 Tbsp butter in saucepan over low heat Stir in flour and 1 4 tsp salt Add enough hot milk to carrot liquid to make 1 cup Gradually add to flour mixture stirring constantly Cook stir until smooth thickened Slowly add the hot mixture to the well beaten egg yolks Add carrots Cool mixture to room temperature Whip egg whites until stiff but not dry Fold in carrot mixture Pour into a very well greased 2 qt ring mold Set mold in large baking pan fill with 1 inch of hot water Bake 45 min at 350 Carefully slip ring out onto a large chop plate Fill center with french peas 43

REC I PE vegetables swi ch se COOK TIME 20 30 MIN TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS 1 1 2 lb bag frozen mixed vegetables cooked 1 can mushroom soup DIRECTIONS Bake 20 30 min at 350 44 1 4 lb butter 1 can french onion rings pinch salt pepper 1 2 lb swiss cheese grated

REC I PE gr n bean ca erole COOK TIME 20 MIN TEMP 350 SERVINGS 6 INGREDIENTS 1 can cream of mushroom 1 2 can french fried 1 tsp soy sauce dash pepper 2 c french style green beans cooked onions DIRECTIONS In a 1 qt casserole dish stir together ingredients Bake 350 for 20 min Top with french fried onions bake 5 min more 45

REC I PE bacon bean bake COOK TIME 15 MIN TEMP 400 INGREDIENTS 2 can cut green beans heated drained 1 4 c milk 1 2 c mayonnaise 6 slices bacon cooked 1 tsp prepared mustard crumbled 2 tsp basil 1 egg white stiffly beaten paprika to taste 1 tsp vinegar 1 4 tsp salt DIRECTIONS Combine beans bacon and basil in soup pan In bowl blend mayo milk mustard vinegar salt Fold in egg white Pile lightly on top of beans Sprinkle with paprika Bake at 400 for 15 min FROM WORK 46

FROM AUNT LEONA REC I PE german bean salad COOK TIME 15 MIN INGREDIENTS green beans 1 2 c water or 1 c 2 c sugar depending on acidity 1 c vinegar of vinegar 1 onion sliced DIRECTIONS Cook green beans until done in salt water Drain Heat beans to boiling in sweet vinegar solution and let simmer 10 15 min Can hot 47

REC I PE stu ed mushr ms COOK TIME 20 MIN TEMP 400 SERVINGS 8 12 INGREDIENTS 8 12 large fresh mushrooms cleaned 1 slice white bread 1 egg 2 cloves garlic minced 1 4 tsp powder 1 Tbsp fresh parsley salt pepper to taste 1 2 c parmesan or romano cheese grated chopped 1 tsp flakes DIRECTIONS Remove stem from mushrooms and chop fine Soak bread in small amount of water and squeeze dry Mix together chopped stems bread garlic parsley egg cheese salt pepper Fill each mushroom cap with stuffing Place on greased baking dish Bake for 20 min at 400 48

REC I PE stu ed jalapeno po ers COOK TIME 20 MIN TEMP 425 SERVINGS 15 20 INGREDIENTS 1 lb sausage tube pkg 8 oz cream cheese 8 oz parmesan cheese 15 20 fresh whole shredded jalapeno peppers DIRECTIONS In a large skillet brown sausage breaking up until fine and cooked If necessary drain grease Return to skillet and add cheeses Stir until well blended Set aside and cool slightly Cut stem end from peppers and cut in half lengthwise Remove seeds and membrane Best if done in water Fill pepper halves with sausage mixture place on baking sheet and bake at 425 until brown about 20 min 350 for 30 min 49

REC I PE blt bites YIELDS 16 20 INGREDIENTS 16 20 cherry tomatoes 1 lb bacon cooked 1 3 c green onions chopped crumbled 3 Tbsp parmesan c mayo cheese grated 1 2 2 Tbsp fresh parsley sniped DIRECTIONS Cut a thin slice off of each tomato top Scoop out and discard pulp Invert the tomatoes on a paper towel to drain In a small bowl combine all remaining ingredients mix well Spoon into tomatoes Refrigerate for several hours before serving 50

REC I PE smoked salmon cucumbers YIELD 3 DOZEN INGREDIENTS 1 large english cucumber 1 pkg 8oz spreadable 7 8oz smoked salmon chopped chives minced chive onion cream cheese DIRECTIONS With a fork score cucumber peel length wise Cut into 1 4 inch slices Pipe or spread cream cheese onto each slice and top with salmon Sprinkle tops with chives Refrigerate until serving 51

REC I PE artichoke dip COOK TIME 20 30 MIN TEMP 325 INGREDIENTS 1 can artichoke hearts chopped 1 c mayo 1 tsp garlic salt 1 c parmesan cheese DIRECTIONS Mix bake 20 30 min at 325 or until hot with a light brown top FROM RALPH JR 52

REC I PE drumstick chicken wings COOK TIME 2 HOURS TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS 3 lbs chicken wings cut up 3 Tbsp brown sugar 1 2 c soy sauce 1 2 tsp garlic salt to 3 4 c strong chicken broth or beef bullion taste DIRECTIONS Marinate all of the above for at least 2 3 hours Cut up chicken first into 3 pieces discard wing tips Turn often while marinating can leave them overnight in refrigerator in broth Bake all of this in a shallow pan at 350 for two hours and baste every 30 min Serve Warm FROM MICKEY 53

REC I PE minute rice meatba s SERVINGS 6 INGREDIENTS 1 c minute rice 2 tsp grated onion Dash of pepper 1 lb ground beef 2 tsp salt 21 2 c tomato juice 1 egg slightly beaten 1 8 tsp marjoram 1 2 tsp sugar DIRECTIONS Combine minute rice right from box with beef egg onion salt marjoram pepper and 1 2 c tomato juice Mix lightly Shape mixture into 18 balls and place in skillet Add 1 2 tsp sugar to the remaining 2 cups of tomato juice Pour sauce over meatballs in skillet Bring mixture to a boil Reduce heat and simmer covered 15 min Basting Occasionally NOTE You can substitute 2 8oz cans of tomato sauce with 1 2 water and use in place of the tomato juice 54

REC I PE schuler s meatba s bbq COOK TIME 2 HOURS YIELDS 3 DOZEN INGREDIENTS Meatballs 2 1 2 tsp salt 1 c fresh breadcrumb 3 4 1 1 2 c milk 2 medium onions peeled and finely tsp fresh ground black pepper 1 4 c fresh flat leaf parsley minced chopped 2 1 2 lbs ground beef Sauce 1 1 2 lbs ground pork 1 tsp salt 1 large egg 1 2 1 4 c brown sugar 3 c beef stock 1 2 c prepared mustard 1 4 c white vinegar 1 8 c liquid smoke 1 2 c worcestershire sauce 1 c ketchup c sugar DIRECTIONS In a large bowl soak breadcrumbs in milk for 10 min Add in onions beef pork egg salt pepper and parsley blend until thoroughly combined Form mixture into walnut sized balls and arrange on large baking sheet Bake 20 min or until cooked through For sauce In a large heavy pot combine all ingredients and simmer uncovered for 2 hours To finish place meatballs in a dutch oven with Schuler s BBQ sauce and heat over medium heat or until sauce and meatballs are heated through 55

REC I PE coleslaw PREP TIME 20 25 MIN INGREDIENTS 2 c cabbage shredded 2 green pepper 1 small jar pimentos cut up 1 red pepper 1 pt vinegar 4 med onions 1 1 2 21 2 c sugar 1 1 2 tsp salt 1 tsp celery seed tsp turmeric DIRECTIONS Mix together cabbage peppers and onions Bring vinegar and spices to a boil and pour over the vegetables 56

REC I PE haab s secret coleslaw SERVINGS 6 INGREDIENTS 5 c shredded cabbage 1 2 tsp garlic granulated 1 Tbsp white vinegar 1 8 c vegetable oil 1 2 1 2 tsp dry mustard tsp salt 1 c tas tee dressing 1 2 tsp black pepper DIRECTIONS Mix all well Pour over cabbage and toss thoroughly 57

REC I PE salad dip YIELDS 1 SALAD INGREDIENTS 1 2 c red pepper 1 2 c orange pepper 1 3 c snow peas raw 1 4 c red onion 1 can black beans drained 1 small can white shoepeg corn 1 3 c apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar 2 Tbsp sugar 1 3 c olive oil DIRECTIONS Chop peppers peas and onion small Add in beans and corn Heat vinegar and sugar on low until sugar dissolves Cool Add olive oil to vinegar Combine the two mixtures together Use Scoops FROM ELAINE 58

REC I PE club relish YIELDS 7 QUARTS INGREDIENTS 25 cucumbers 1 bunch celery 1 tsp turmeric 2 red peppers 1 qt vinegar 6 c sugar 6 green peppers 1 oz celery seed 1 tsp curry powder 6 med onions 2 oz mustard seed DIRECTIONS Put vegetables through a grinder and let stand overnight in about a handful of salt The next morning drain and add mixture of the remaining ingredients Cook until tender about 1 hour NOTES I often use zucchini instead of cuccumbers 59

FROM MICKEY REC I PE ch se fondue COOK TIME 20 MIN INGREDIENTS 2 c gruyere cheese diced 2 c dry white wine 4 c 1 lb cheddar 1 tsp nutmeg cheese diced 1 tsp pepper 1 1 2 Tbsp flour 1 clove garlic DIRECTIONS Blend gruyere cheese on high for 20 30 seconds until cheese is in tiny bits Remove Warm the wine do not boil Put half of the cheddar cheese in blender with flour nutmeg pepper and garlic Blend on high for 20 30 sec Turn blender on low and gradually add wine and rest of cheddar cheese Blend smooth Pour in saucepan Add in gruyere cheese Cook and stir over low heat until thick About 15 min Pour into fondue pot or chafing dish on low heat Keep warm NOTES Serve with pretzels breadsticks fresh fruit slices or bread crusts cut into bite sized cubes 60

REC I PE refried bean dip YIELDS 1 1 4 CUPS INGREDIENTS tsp chili powder 1 8oz can refried beans 1 2 1 c sharp cheddar 1 tsp dried onion cheese grated minced 1 8 tsp garlic salt 2 3 drops hot pepper sauce DIRECTIONS In a small saucepan combine beans cheese chili powder onion garlic salt and hot pepper sauce Stir over low heat until cheese is melted do not boil Spoon into a small fondue pot or small bowl on a hot tray Serve warm with tortilla chips for dipping 61

REC I PE di dip PREP TIME 10 MIN INGREDIENTS 1 3 c sweet onion finely chopped 1 c mayonnaise 62 1 2 c sour cream 2 Tbsp parsley flakes 2 tsp dill weed 2 tsp garlic salt 1 tsp celery seed

REC I PE nancy s oyster crackers YIELDS 2 CUPS INGREDIENTS 1 16oz pkg oyster crackers 3 4 c oil 1 tsp dill weed 1 tsp garlic powder 1 pkg dry ranch dressing DIRECTIONS Mix together all ingredients except crackers Pour mixture over the crackers put in the refrigerator overnight Store in the freezer 63

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IN THIS SECTION soups salads 69 24 HOUR VEGETABLE SALAD 85 SPICED PEACH GELATIN 70 PASTA SALAD 86 PINEAPPLE FLUFF 71 PEA SALAD 87 5 CUP SALAD 72 SHELLS IN SHELLS 88 FROZEN FRUIT SALAD 73 POTATO VEGETABLE CHOWDER 74 SWISS BROCCOLI SOUP 75 WHITE CHICKEN CHILI 76 CABBAGE SALAD 77 FRUITED CHICKEN SALAD 78 CHICKEN SALAD IN MELON RINGS 79 STRAWBERRY MELON WEDGES 80 STRAWBERRY JELLO SALAD 81 STRAWBERRY PRETZEL SALAD 82 BLUEBERRY SALAD 83 ORANGE MANDARIN SALAD 84 APRICOT GELATIN SALAD

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REC I PE 24 hour vegetable salad PREP TIME 24 HOURS SERVINGS 12 15 INGREDIENTS 1 head iceberg lettuce washed torn Sugar 6 hard boiled eggs 1 10oz pkg frozen peas 2 c swiss cheese thawed shredded 1 lb bacon crisp cooked 1 c mayo or salad drained crumbled dressing sliced DIRECTIONS In bottom of large glass bowl place 3 c of lettuce sprinkle with a little sugar salt and pepper Layer eggs atop the lettuce standing some on edge if desired Sprinkle generously with salt Next layer in order peas remaining lettuce bacon and cheese Spread mayo over top sealing to edge of bowl Cover and refrigerate 24 hours or overnight Garnish with sliced green onion and paprika If desired toss before serving 69

REC I PE pasta salad PREP TIME OVERNIGHT INGREDIENTS 1 lb spiral noodles 1 1 2 c vinegar 1 1 2 tsp salt 1 1 2 c oil 1 tsp garlic powder 1 Tbsp dry parsley 1 1 2 1 tsp accent 1 Tbsp onion chopped c sugar DIRECTIONS Cook noodles for 7 minutes Do NOT overcook Drain For the dressing mix remaining ingredients then mix over pasta Must set overnight NOTE Add whatever vegetables you may like sliced carrots broccoli red onion black olives red or green peppers etc 70

REC I PE pea salad SERVINGS 6 INGREDIENTS 1 can peas drained 1 2 green pepper chopped 1 small onion chopped 1 2 c celery chopped 1 tomato diced 1 2 cucumber sliced 6 boiled eggs diced 1 c cubed cheese DIRECTIONS Moisten with mayonnaise and add salt pepper to taste 71

REC I PE she s in she s INGREDIENTS 8 oz shell macaroni 1 c cucumbers diced 3c lobster cooked 1 2 diced 1 c celery sliced c mayonnaise 3 Tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp salt 1 4 tsp dry mustard 1 4 tsp tabasco 2 Tbsp capers onion DIRECTIONS Chill until serving time and stir in 1 2 c sour cream Heap it into the shells lined with salad greens NOTE Lobster can be substituted with crab meat shrimp or a combination of both FROM WORK 72

REC I PE potato vegetable chowder SERVINGS 4 INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp butter or margarine 1 4 c onion chopped 1 4 tsp thyme leaves 1 c ham cubed cooked 1 8 tsp pepper 1 pkg frozen mixed 2 c milk 3 Tbsp flour 1 c water 1 tsp chicken flavored 2 c potatoes diced instant bouillon vegetables thawed peeled cooked DIRECTIONS In large saucepan over low heat melt margarine Stir in onion saute until tender Stir in flour bouillon thyme and pepper Cook 1 min stirring constantly until smooth and bubbly Gradually stir in milk and water Cook over medium heat stirring constantly until mixture boils Stir in potatoes ham veggies Reduce heat simmer stirring occasionally for 10 min or until veggies are tender 73

REC I PE swi broccoli soup PREP TIME 20 MIN INGREDIENTS 1 c instant nonfat milk 3 Tbsp flour 1 can condensed chicken 1 pkg frozen chopped broth undiluted 1 2 tsp salt 1 4 1 8 tsp pepper 1 4 1 8 tsp garlic 21 4 c butter c chopped green onion broccoli cooked drained 1 1 2 c swiss cheese shredded c water DIRECTIONS Combine dry milk flour seasonings in 3 qt heavy saucepan Stir in water condensed chicken broth until smooth Bring to boil over medium heat stirring constantly Boil Stir 1 min Saute onion in butter until tender about 3 min Stir onion mixture cooked broccoli into thickened mixture Remove from heat gradually stir in cheese until melted If necessary return to low heat to finish melting cheese do not boil Serve Immediately 74

REC I PE white chicken chili COOK TIME 4 6 HOURS INGREDIENTS 2 jars Randall s navy beans 1 c chicken broth 8 oz pepper jack cheese 3 c shredded chicken breast 16 oz salsa DIRECTIONS Add all ingredients to crockpot Simmer for 4 6 hours on low 75

FROM WORK REC I PE cabbage salad PREP TIME 12 HOURS INGREDIENTS 2 qts cabbage shredded 1 red pepper or or chopped 2 green pepper chopped 4 med onions chopped 1 pimento chopped 1 pt vinegar 21 2 1 1 2 tsp salt 1 1 2 tsp mustard seed 1 2 tsp turmeric c sugar 1 tsp celery seed DIRECTIONS Mix together in pan vinegar sugar celery seed salt mustard seed and turmeric bring to boil and pour over chopped vegetables in a crock Let stand at least 12 hours before using 76

REC I PE fruited chicken salad SERVINGS 8 INGREDIENTS 4 c chicken cooked diced 1 15oz can pineapple chunks drained 1 11oz can mandarin 1 c celery chopped 1 2 c black olives pitted sliced 1 2 c green pepper chopped 1 c mayonnaise 1 Tbsp prepared mustard 1 5oz can chow mein noodles orange slices drained 2 Tbsp onion grated DIRECTIONS In a large bowl combine cooked chicken pineapple celery oranges olives green pepper and onion Blend in mayonnaise and mustard Toss gently with chicken mixture Cover and Chill for several hours Just before serving mix in chow mein noodles 77

REC I PE chicken salad in melon rings SERVINGS 6 INGREDIENTS 3 Tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp salt 4 c chicken cooked 1 jar 2oz sliced cut up 1 c celery sliced 1 3 c onion chopped 1 2 tsp pepper pimentos drained 1 4 c roasted almonds 1 c seedless green grapes halved 2 cantaloupes or honeydew melons diced 1 3 c salad dressing DIRECTIONS In medium bowl pour lemon juice over chicken Add celery onion salt pepper pimentos almonds salad dressing and 1 cup of ginger and toss Cover and chill Slice off ends of melons and cut into three slices Pour chicken mixture into center 78

REC I PE st rawbe y melon wedges SERVINGS 8 12 INGREDIENTS 1 c natural applesauce 1 c plain yogurt 1 pkg 4oz strawberry 1 c fresh strawberries sugar free gelatin 2 medium cantaloupe or honeydew sliced DIRECTIONS In small saucepan heat applesauce until boiling Stir in gelatin Chill until very thick but not set about 15 min Stir in yogurt Beat at the highest speed until doubled in volume Stir in strawberries Cut melons in half remove seeds and pat dry with paper towels Spoon mixture into melon halves Chill until firm To serve cut each half garnish as desired 79

REC I PE st rawbe y je o salad COOL TIME 4 HOURS INGREDIENTS 5 3oz pkg strawberry jello 2 c hot water 1 can crushed pineapple 4 large bananas sliced 2 sm pkg frozen cool whip strawberries DIRECTIONS Dissolve jello in hot water Add all ingredients except cool whip Pour 1 2 mixture in 13x9 pan Let set 10 min in refrigerator Add rest of jello on top Set again 80

REC I PE st rawbe y pret zel salad COOL TIME 4 HOURS TEMP 400 SERVINGS 16 INGREDIENTS Crust Filling 2 c pretzels 1 pkg strawberry jello coarsely crushed 3 4 c margarine melted 3 tsp sugar large 2 c boiling water 2 pkg 10oz strawberries 9 oz cool whip 3 4 c powdered sugar 8 oz cream cheese DIRECTIONS Crust Mix ingredients and pack into 13x9 pan Place in preheated 400 oven and bake for 8 min Do not overbake Cool and set aside Filling Dissolve jello in boiling water Add strawberries Place in fridge until it starts to set about 20 min Combine cream cheese cool whip and powdered sugar blend well Pour cream cheese mixture over pretzel base and cover with jello mixture Refrigerate until set completely Approx 4 hours 81

REC I PE bluebe y salad PREP TIME 4 HOURS INGREDIENTS Salad Topping 2 pkg grape jello 8 oz cream cheese 2 c boiling water 8 oz sour cream 1 can crushed pineapple 1 2 c sugar 1 can blueberry pie 1 2 tsp vanilla filling DIRECTIONS Dissolve jello into boiling water Add pineapple and pie filling Chill until set For the topping beat together all ingredients until smooth Pour over jello Sprinkle with nuts Chill Serve 82

REC I PE orange mandarin salad PREP TIME 15 20 MIN INGREDIENTS Salad orange juice 1 2 Ginger Dressing 1 4 chopped 2 small pkg orange jello 3 11oz cans mandarin orange slices 2 5oz cans water chestnuts sliced thin c ginger finely c cream 4oz cream cheese 1 2 c fresh orange slices chopped DIRECTIONS Salad Prepare jello using orange juice and water to make 3 cups of liquid Cool Combine with orange slices and chestnuts Chill until set Dressing Combine all except cream Add cream slowly beat until consistency of mayonnaise FROM MICKEY 83

FROM WORK REC I PE apricot gelatin salad PREP TIME 24 HOURS INGREDIENTS c sugar 3 oz pkg apricot gelatin 1 2 3 oz cream cheese 1 c crushed pineapple 1 2 c boiling water not drained 1 2 c celery diced 1 2 c nuts 1 pkg whipped cream DIRECTIONS Dissolve together gelatin and cream cheese in the boiling water Cool Add remaining ingredients except whipped cream Fold in whipped cream This salad must be made the day before it needs to sit at least 24 hours 84

FROM WORK REC I PE spiced peach gelatin SERVINGS 6 INGREDIENTS 1 can peaches sliced 1 cinnamon stick 1 inch 1 4 1 pkg peach gelatin 5 whole cloves 1 c boiling water or lemon c sugar 2 Tbsp vinegar DIRECTIONS Drain peaches Combine peach juice cinnamon stick cloves vinegar and sugar Bring to boil and boil 5 min Melt gelatin in boiling water Strain boiled mixture and measure juice for 3 4 cup if not 3 4 cup add water to make it so Pour syrup into gelatin mixture Refrigerate until thick Chop peaches and fold into gelatin Let set 85

REC I PE pinea le flu CHILL TIME 4 HOURS INGREDIENTS 1 sm pkg lemon or lime jello 8 oz cream cheese 1 20oz can crushed 1 1 2 c whipped cream pineapple drained save softened DIRECTIONS Mix 1 cup boiling water to jello until it dissolves Add a little of the hot mixture to softened cream cheese until well blended Add this to your jello mixture Add 1 2 c pineapple juice and stir well Add in your drained pineapple and mix well Chill until almost set Add your whipped cream and mix well Return to refrigerator and chill until firm 86

REC I PE 5 cup salad PREP TIME 2 HOURS INGREDIENTS 1 can mandarin orange slices 1 can pineapple tidbits 1 c small marshmallows 1 c cottage cheese creamed 1 2 pt sour cream DIRECTIONS Mix all together and chill thoroughly at least 2 hours before serving FROM MICKEY 87

REC I PE frozen fruit salad SERVINGS 18 INGREDIENTS 1 16oz pkg sour cream 3 bananas sliced 1 small can crushed 1 4 c maraschino cherries 1 4 c nuts pineapple undrained 2 Tbsp lemon juice 2 3 c sugar DIRECTIONS Mix all ingredients and freeze in muffin liners Store in plastic bag or covered container 88

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IN THIS SECTION ent rees 93 CORDON BLEU 107 BEEF BROCCOLI 94 BAKED CHICKEN 108 SALISBURY STEAK 95 CORNISH HENS 109 BEEF STROGANOFF 96 SAVORY CRESCENT CHICKEN 97 SPECTACULAR CHICKEN CASSEROLE 110 BURGUNDY BEEF ROAST 111 OLD FASHIONED BEEF STEW 112 BROCCOLI CASSEROLE 98 CHICKEN TORTILLA CASSEROLE 113 ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE 99 SOUR CREAM ENCHILADA 114 POTATO DELUXE CASSEROLE 100 THANKSGIVING CASSEROLE 101 MEATLOAF POTATO CASSEROLE 102 HAM LOAF 103 TURKEY MEATLOAF 104 HAMBURGER CASSEROLE 105 HUNGARIAN GOULASH 106 PEPPER STEAK 115 MAC CHEESE

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REC I PE cordon bleu COOK TIME 50 55 MIN TEMP 350 SERVINGS 4 INGREDIENTS 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 4 c sour cream 4 chicken breasts frozen 1 4 c white wine slices of ham DIRECTIONS Combine soup sour cream and wine Cut slits in middle of chicken breasts and stuff with ham and prepared mixture Bake uncovered at 350 for 50 55 min 93

FROM AUDREY REC I PE baked chicken TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS 1 2 c flour 1 1 2 tsp salt Dash of pepper 1 2 tsp paprika 1 21 2 3 lb fryer 1 4 c butter 1 2 c dry milk cut up DIRECTIONS Combine flour salt pepper paprika Dip chicken in water Coat with flour mixture Place with skin side down in 13x9 baking dish Slice butter thinly over chicken Bake uncovered at 350 94

REC I PE cornish hens COOK TIME 2 HOURS TEMP 400 SERVINGS 2 INGREDIENTS 2 1 lb cornish game hens 1 3 c long grain rice uncooked 2 Tbsp almonds slivered 3 Tbsp butter or 2 Tbsp onion finely chopped margarine 1 c water 1 chicken bouillon cube 1 tsp lemon juice 1 2 tsp salt 1 2 c 3 oz can mushrooms chopped drained DIRECTIONS Season hens inside and out with salt and pepper In small saucepan cook almonds onion and rice in butter for 5 10 min stirring frequently Add water bouillon cube lemon juice and salt Bring mixture to boil stirring to dissolve bouillon cube Reduce heat cover and cook slowly for 20 25 min or until liquid is absorbed and rice is fluffy Stir in drained mushrooms Lightly stuff birds with rice mixture Place breast up on rack in shallow baking pan Brush with melted butter Roast uncovered in 400 oven for 30 min Uncover and roast another hour or until drumstick can be twisted easily in socket Brush birds with melted butter during last 15 min of roasting time 95

FROM PAT REC I PE savory crescent chicken COOK TIME 25 MIN TEMP 350 SERVINGS 4 INGREDIENTS 3oz cream cheese softened 2 Tbsp milk 1 4 tsp salt 3 Tbsp oleo melted 1 Tbsp onion chopped 2 c white sugar 1 4 c almonds chopped 1 Tbsp pimento chopped crescent rolls 1 Tbsp parsley chopped DIRECTIONS Blend cheese oleo until smooth and all the rest Spoon 1 2 c chicken mixture onto each crescent Pull all four corners up twist pinching edges Brush tops with more oleo and almonds Bake on ungreased cookie sheet at 350 for 25 min 96

REC I PE spectacular chicken ca erole COOK TIME 20 30 MIN TEMP 350 INGREDIENTS 1 box long grain rice cooked 2 c frozen broccoli cooked 1 can celery soup 1 c mayo 1 c 8oz water chestnuts chopped 3 c chicken copped cooked in microwave salt pepper 4 oz jar diced pimentos 1 2 c parmesan cheese grated 1 med onion chopped cooked DIRECTIONS Mix together ingredients and pour into greased 3 qt casserole dish Top with cheese Bake at 350 for 20 30min FROM GEORGIA PEACH 97

FROM JUDY REC I PE chicken torti a ca erole COOK TIME 1 HOUR TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS 1 can cream of mushroom 1 can cream of chicken 1 17oz can chili salsa 1 2 onion chopped 1 c milk 1 2 lb monterey jack 4 large chicken breast 1 pkg tortilla shells cut into small squares cheese DIRECTIONS Season chicken breasts with salt pepper and wrap in foil Bake for 1 hour at 350 cool and cut into bite sized pieces Mix together soups salsa onion and milk Staring with tortillas layer soup mixture and chicken Repeat until everything has been used Slice cheese and spread over top Let set in refrigerator overnight Bake 1 hour uncovered at 350 98

REC I PE sour cream enchilada ca erole COOK TIME 30 40 MIN TEMP 350 SERVINGS 10 12 INGREDIENTS 1 can cream of mushroom 1 can cream of chicken 2 c sour cream 8 oz grated cheddar cheese 1 large onion minced 1 4 tsp cumin 1 small can green chilies salt pepper to taste 1 small can mushrooms drained 12 corn tortillas lightly fried in oil drained 3 4 c shredded chicken or turkey DIRECTIONS Mix all ingredients except tortillas saving some cheese for the top Layer mixture with tortillas and top with the remaining cheese Bake at 350 for 30 40 min FROM WANDA 99

REC I PE thanksgiving ca erole COOK TIME 45 60 MIN TEMPERATURE 325 INGREDIENTS 1 can cream of 1 stick oleo 2 cans green beans 1 c hot water 2 lbs chicken or turkey mushroom soup cooked cubed 1 can chicken broth 2 pkg herb stuffing mix 7 8oz 1 can sliced water chestnuts DIRECTIONS Melt oleo in hot water Combine with stuffing mix in a large bowl Place half of mixture in bottom of 13x9 pan Layer green beans water chestnuts chicken turkey Cover with other half of the stuffing mix Combine soup and broth Drizzle mixture over the top NOTE Freezes Well 100

REC I PE meatloaf potato ca erole COOK TIME 1 HOUR TEMP 350 SERVINGS 9 INGREDIENTS Potatoes 4 c thinly sliced 1 tsp parsley flakes optional 1 tsp salt 1 8 tsp pepper fine soda cracker crumbs 1 4 c cocktail sauce Meatloaf 1 4 c diced onion 1 lb ground beef 1 tsp salt 3 4 c 1 8 peeled raw potatoes 1 Tbsp diced onion 1 2 c evaporated milk tsp pepper DIRECTIONS Potatoes Arrange mixture evenly into a greased 2 qt baking dish and sprinkle with parsley flakes Meatloaf Mix together ingredients and spread evenly over the potatoes Decorate top with more of the cocktail sauce or ketchup Bake until the potatoes are tender 101

REC I PE ham loaf COOK TIME 1 HOUR 30 MIN TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS c cracker crumbs 1 lb ham 1 2 1 lb pork 1 1 2 c milk 2 eggs 1 2 c brown sugar DIRECTIONS Bake at 350 for 1 1 2 hours Remove from oven 1 2 hour before serving 102

REC I PE turkey meatloaf COOK TIME 1 HOUR TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS 2 lbs ground turkey 2 eggs beaten 2 lbs BBQ sauce 1 med onion chopped 1 pkg dry onion soup Salt Pepper to taste 1 4 c green pepper chopped mix 3 4 c dry bread crumbs DIRECTIONS Mix ingredients well Put into greased loaf pan and bake at 350 for 1 hour In the last 15 minutes of baking pour BBQ sauce over top and finish baking 103

REC I PE hamburger ca erole TEMPERATURE 300 350 INGREDIENTS 21 2 lb hamburger 1 can cream of celery 1 can milk 1 med onion diced 1 can cream of cracker crumbs noodles mushroom grated cheese DIRECTIONS Brown hamburger and onion gently Cook noodles in boiling salted water Combine soups and milk Add to hamburger and noodles until sloppy Place in large casserole dish Cover with cracker crumbs and grated cheese Cover with foil bake 300 350 until hot NOTE For variety add vegetable flakes or mushrooms Season with Soy Sauce at table 104

REC I PE hungarian goulash COOK TIME 2 2 1 2 HOURS SERVINGS 8 INGREDIENTS c water 2 lbs ground beef 1 tsp vinegar 1 3 5 Tbsp fat 1 tsp brown sugar macaroni noodles 1 c onions sliced 21 2 tsp paprika 2 small garlic cloves 2 tsp salt minced parsley 1 tsp dry mustard 3 4 c ketchup dash pepper 1 4 c worcestershire 2 c water sauce cooked 2 Tbsp flour DIRECTIONS Brown meat in hot fat over moderate heat Add onion and garlic cook until tender but not brown Combine ketchup worcestershire sauce vinegar brown sugar paprika salt mustard and pepper Stir into meat Add two cups water cover and simmer 2 21 2 hours or until meat is tender Thicken mixture with flour and remaining water Pour over cooked macaroni noodles and garnish with parsley 105

REC I PE pe er steak COOK TIME 1 1 1 2 HOURS SERVINGS 6 INGREDIENTS 1 1 4 lb beef swiss steak sliced in thin strips 1 4 tsp meat tenderizer 1 1 2 c beef broth 4 c rice cooked 1 Tbsp cornstarch 1 1 2 tsp salt 1 3 c molasses 1 Tbsp oil 1 Tbsp soy sauce 2 large green peppers 1 1 2 tsp ginger 1 1 4 c diced celery 2 tsp lemon juice 1 1 2 tsp garlic powder 1 1 2 tsp accent DIRECTIONS Brown thin slices of steak Saute Vegetables Mix cornstarch with broth and add rest of ingredients Pour over meat Cook until tender about 1 1 1 2 hours Serve in Chafing dish 106

REC I PE b f broccoli SERVINGS 4 INGREDIENTS 3 4 lb boneless beef 1 med onion cut into sirloin steak 1 Tbsp vegetable oil wedges 1 c cream of broccoli 1 clove garlic minced soup 1 4 c water 1 Tbsp soy sauce 2 c broccoli florets hot cooked egg noodles DIRECTIONS Slice beef across grain into very thin strips In skillet over medium high heat in hot oil cook beef and garlic until beef is browned Add onion Cook 5 min stirring often Stir in soup water and soy sauce Heat to boiling Add broccoli Reduce heat to low Cover simmer 5 min or until vegetables are tender Serve over noodles NOTE To make slicing easier freeze beef 1 hour 107

REC I PE salisbury steak SERVINGS 3 4 INGREDIENTS 1 lb ground beef 1 2 c rich milk 1 Tbsp onion grated or chopped finely 1 2 tsp salt Dash black pepper 2 Tbsp butter or bacon drippings 2 Tbsp flour 1 2 c beef consomme 1 2 c dry red wine 2 Tbsp parsley chopped Small can mushrooms undrained 3 4 slices of toast optional 1 tsp worcestershire DIRECTIONS Mix beef lightly with cream onion salt pepper Shape into three or four thick patties 3 4 in thick about 4x6 inches Heat butter in heavy skillet brown patties quickly on both sides and blend well Add consomme wine and cook stirring constantly until mixture thickens Stir in worcestershire parsley and mushrooms Season to taste with salt pepper Return patties to sauce Reduce heat and simmer until meat is done to your taste Serve on toast optional and pour sauce over top 108

REC I PE b f st rogano COOK TIME 1 HOUR INGREDIENTS 1 lb round steak cut in 3 4 inch cubes 1 6 oz can mushrooms 6 8 drops tabasco sauce drain reserve liquid 1 tsp salt flour 1 c sour cream dash pepper 2 Tbsp fat 1 can tomato soup 1 pkg noodles 1 2 c onion chopped Garlic salt to taste 1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce DIRECTIONS Dip meat in flour and brown in fat Add onion garlic mushrooms Combine sour cream tomato soup mushroom liquid and seasonings Pour over meat Simmer until tender about 1 hour FROM PAT 109

FROM PAT REC I PE burgundy b f roast COOK TIME 2 1 2 3 HOURS INGREDIENTS 1 Tbsp oil 1 clove garlic minced 1 tsp salt 1 c carrot shredded 2 Tbsp flour dash of pepper 1 2 c onion chopped 3 4 lb chuck roast 1 2 c beef burgundy 2 Tbsp flour 1 4 c water DIRECTIONS Combine the first 2 Tbsp flour salt pepper Coat meat with flour mixture in dutch oven Brown meat in hot oil Remove from heat Add carrot onion burgundy and garlic Return to hear for 2 1 2 3 hours Combine the remaining flour and water Stir into pan juice 110

REC I PE old fashioned b f stew COOK TIME 2 HOURS SERVINGS 8 INGREDIENTS 2 lbs boneless chuck roast 1 2 inch cubes 1 Tbsp oil 1 large onion chopped 4 c water 1 tsp seasoned salt 1 2 tsp pepper 2 3 tsp salt optional 5 6 med potatoes peeled 1 2 inch cubes 5 med carrots cut into 1 2 in slices 1 med rutabaga peeled and 1 2 inch cubes 1 c celery sliced into 1 2 inch pieces 1 2 med head cabbage finely sliced 1 3 c all purpose flour 1 c cold water 2 tsp browning sauce DIRECTIONS In a Dutch Oven over medium high heat brown meat in oil Add onion water seasoned salt pepper salt Bring to boil Reduce heat and cover simmer for 2 hours Add vegetables cover and simmer for another 30 min or until the meat and vegetables are tender Combine flour cold water and browning sauce Stir into stew bring to a boil stirring constantly Boil for 1 min 111

FROM PAT REC I PE broccoli ca erole COOK TIME 1 HOUR TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS 1 pkg frozen broccoli cooked drained 1 4 lb sharp cheddar 3 Tbsp flour cheese grated 3 eggs beaten 1 2 tsp salt or onion salt 4 Tbsp butter beaten 1 pint cottage cheese DIRECTIONS Blend together broccoli eggs butter cheese salt Mix cottage cheese and flour Add to broccoli mixture in a 2 qt buttered casserole dish uncovered for 1 hour at 350 112

REC I PE asparagus ca erole COOK TIME 20 25 MIN TEMP 350 INGREDIENTS 2 large cans asparagus 2 large cans very small drained save liquid 1 2 c flour english peas drained paprika 1 large jar cheese whip 4 boiled eggs diced 24 crackers crumbled 1 2 c margarine or butter DIRECTIONS Melt butter in a heavy sauce pan add flour gradually and blend in Slowly add in liquid from asparagus use water to bring asparagus juice to 2 cups and stir constantly Cook until thick In a large casserole dish put a layer of crumbs asparagus peas eggs Pour sauce over and dot with cheese whip Repeat Sprinkle paprika on top Bake 20 25 min at 350 113

FROM PAT REC I PE potato deluxe COOK TIME 1 HOUR TEMP 375 INGREDIENTS 2 lb frozen hashbrowns 1 lb sour cream 1 large onion chopped 1 stick oleo melted 1 can cream of chicken DIRECTIONS Bake 1 hour at 375 114 8 oz cheddar cheese grated Salt pepper to taste

REC I PE macaroni ch se COOK TIME 45 MIN TEMP 350 YIELDS 6 8 INGREDIENTS 1 c dry macaroni 1 c velveeta cheese 1 c cottage cheese 2 c sharp cheddar 1 c sour cream 2 eggs beaten cheese DIRECTIONS Cook macaroni drain Combine cottage cheese sour cream cheese and velveeta eggs in buttered 21 2 qt casserole dish Bake at 350 for 45 min 115

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IN THIS SECTION desserts 121 PEARLS N CHOCOLATE 142 SNICKERDOODLES 122 CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES 143 AMISH SUGAR COOKIES 123 TRAIL MIX COOKIES 144 SOFT CHRISTMAS COOKIE 124 OATMEAL COOKIES 145 SUGAR COOKIES 125 CHOCOLATE OATMEAL 146 MOLASSES COOKIES RAISIN COOKIES 147 CHOCOLATE CRINKLES 126 RAISIN COOKIES 148 CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI DROPS 127 CHERRY OATMEAL COOKIES 149 CHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRY 128 CHERRY DOT COOKIES 150 MOCHA DOTS 129 ORANGE MARMALADE 151 GOLF BALL COOKIES 130 BUTTERSCOTCH COOKIES 152 JINGLE BELL FUDGE 131 GUMDROP COOKIES 153 PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE 132 CRISPY RICE COOKIES 154 MOM S PEANUT BRITTLE 133 DATE COOKIES 155 CARAMEL CORN 134 HICKORY NUT COOKIES 156 MOM S CARAMEL CANDY 135 KAFFINGAS HICKORY NUT 157 CANDY 136 BIRDS NEST COOKIES 158 HICKORY NUT FROSTING 137 MOM S PINEAPPLE FILLED 159 FLUFFY STRAWBERRY ICING 138 ORANGE PECAN DELIGHTS 160 MOM S FROSTING 139 ORANGE DROP COOKIES 161 MOM S ICE CREAM 140 PEANUT BLOSSOMS 162 CHERRIES JUBILEE 141 SALTED PEANUT COOKIES CONTINUED

163 STRAWBERRIES GRAND MARINER 164 CREAM CHEESE TARTS 183 WHITE FRUIT CAKE 184 PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES 165 CRANBERRY CUPCAKES 185 COOKIES N CREME CAKE 166 STRAWBERRY CAKE 186 FROSTED PUMPKIN BARS 167 APPLESAUCE CAKE 187 PUMPKIN PIE 168 BLUEBERRY CAKE 188 TEXAS PECAN PIE 169 BLUEBERRY CARROT CAKE 189 NUT PIE 170 CHOCOLATE BERRY 190 RHUBARB STRAWBERRY PIE SPONGE ROLL 191 RHUBARB CUSTARD PIE 171 MOM S JELLY ROLL 192 STRAWBERRY PIE 172 PINA COLADA CAKE 193 MILE HIGH PIE 173 HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE 194 LEMON PIE 174 FRESH PEACH CAKE 195 LEMON FILLING 175 MOM S FRESH APPLE CAKE 196 PECAN SURPRISE BARS 176 CHIFFON CAKE 197 APRICOT DESERT BARS 177 GOLDEN BUTTER CAKE 198 COCO COCONUT BARS 178 VANILLA ALMOND CAKE 199 LUAU BROWNIES 179 COCA COLA CAKE 180 GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE 181 BROWNIE KISS CUPCAKES 182 OLD FASHIONED BEER CAKE 200 PEACH ALMOND COBBLER 201 PEACH BERRY COBBLER 202 MISSISSIPPI MUD PIE

REC I PE pearls n chocolate c kies COOK TIME 9 10 MIN TEMP 350 YIELDS 2 1 2 3 DOZEN INGREDIENTS 21 4 c all purpose flour 2 3 c baking cocoa 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 1 1 3 c butter softened 2 tsp vanilla 1 c sugar 2 eggs 2 3 c brown sugar firmly packed 1 10oz pkg baking chocolate DIRECTIONS In bowl combine flour cocoa baking soda and salt Set aside In bowl beat butter sugar brown sugar and vanilla until creamy Add eggs one at a time beating well after each Gradually add flour mixture Stir in chocolate Drop by rounded Tablespoon onto ungreased cookie sheets Bake 9 10 min Allow to stand 2 min before removing from cookie sheets Cool completely on wire racks 121

REC I PE chocolate chip c kies COOK TIME 8 10 MIN TEMP 375 YIELDS 6 DOZEN INGREDIENTS 21 4 c all purpose flour unsifted 1 tsp baking soda 1 c butter or margarine softened 1 4 c granulated sugar 3 4 c light brown sugar firmly packed 1 tsp vanilla 1 pkg vanilla instant pudding mix 2 eggs 1 pkg 12oz chocolate chips DIRECTIONS Mix flour with baking soda Combine butter the sugars vanilla and pudding mix in large mixer bowl Beat until smooth and creamy Beat in eggs Gradually add flour mixture then stir in chocolate chips Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets Bake at 375 for 8 10 min 122

REC I PE t rail mix c kies COOK TIME 9 10 MIN TEMP 375 YIELDS 5 DOZEN INGREDIENTS 1 c sugar 1 1 2 c quick oats 1 c brown sugar packed 2 tsp vanilla 1 2 c 1 stick margarine or butter softened 1 2 c butter flavor or regular shortening 1 tsp baking soda 1 c peanut butter 2 eggs 2 c m ms 2 c all purpose flour 1 c peanuts 1 4 c wheat germ 3 4 c raisins 1 tsp baking powder DIRECTIONS Mix sugars and butter in large bowl Mix in oats vanilla and eggs Stir in flour wheat germ baking powder and soda thoroughly Stir in peanut butter Stir in candies peanuts and raisins Drop dough by rounded Tablespoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheet flatten slightly Bake at 375 for 9 10 min or just until cookies are set and begin to brown Cool 1 min remove from cookie sheet Cool on wire rack 123

REC I PE oatmeal c kies COOK TIME 12 15 MIN TEMP 350 YIELDS 4 DOZEN INGREDIENTS 1 c flour 1 2 tsp salt 1 2 tsp soda 1 c soft butter or oleo 1 2 c white sugar 1 c brown sugar firmly packed 1 2 c nuts chopped 1 4 c raisins 1 egg 3 c rolled oats 2 tsp vanilla pecan halves 1 4 c water DIRECTIONS Sift flour salt and baking soda together Beat butter sugar eggs and vanilla until light Add flour mixture with water Stir in nuts and raisins Add stir in rolled oats one cup at a time Mix well Drop onto lightly grease baking sheet Press pecan half into top of each cookie Bake 350 for 12 15 min 124

REC I PE chocolate oatmeal raisin c kies COOK 8 10 MIN TEMP 375 YIELDS 4 DOZEN INGREDIENTS 1 pkg 16oz dry pound cake mix 1 2 c vegetable oil 2 eggs 1 c quick cooking oats 1 tsp vanilla extract 3 4 1 2 tsp ground cinnamon c chocolate covered raisins DIRECTIONS In a large bowl combine cake mix oil eggs vanilla and cinnamon beat with an electric mixer until smooth Stir in oats and raisins Drop tablespoonfuls of dough about 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet Bake at 375 for 8 10 min or until edges are light brown Transfer to wire rack to cool completely Store in an airtight container 125

REC I PE raisin c kies COOK TIME 10 5 MIN TEMPERATURE 400 INGREDIENTS 1 c seedless raisins 2 eggs 1 tsp salt 1 c water 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp cinnamon 21 2 1 2 3 4 c shortening softened 1 1 2 c sugar 1 2 c flour tsp baking powder 1 tsp soda tsp cloves 2 c rolled oats 1 2 c nuts chopped DIRECTIONS Simmer raisins and water in saucepan over low heat until raisins are plump 20 30 min Drain liquid into measuring cup Add water to make 1 2 cup Cream shortening sugar eggs and vanilla Stir in raisin liquid Measure flour by dip level pour method or by sifting Blend flour baking powder soda salt and spices Stir in rolled oats nuts and raisins Drop by rounded Tablespoon 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheet 400 for 10 15 min 126

REC I PE che y oatmeal c kies COOK TIME 8 10 MIN TEMP 375 YIELDS 14 INGREDIENTS 1 4 c shortening 1 2 tsp baking powder 1 1 2 c dried cherries 1 2 c butter or margarine 1 4 tsp baking soda 1 tsp freshly shredded 1 4 tsp salt 3 4 c brown sugar packed 1 2 c granulated sugar 2 tsp apple pie or pumpkin pie spice orange peel 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla 1 1 3 c all purpose flour 2 1 2 c rolled oats DIRECTIONS In a large mixer bowl beat shortening and butter for 30 seconds or until softened Add sugars pie spice baking powder baking soda and salt Beat until fluffy Add eggs and vanilla beat thoroughly Beat in flour Stir in Oats cherries orange peel Generously fill up a 1 3 C dry measuring cup with dough and drop onto a greased cookie sheet Press into a 4 inch circle Repeat with remaining dough placing cookies 3 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet Bake until golden edges are golden brown Let stand for 1 minute Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool NOTE These cookies can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to three days Or you can freeze them for up to three months 127

REC I PE che y dot c kies COOK TIME 10 MIN TEMP 350 YIELDS 5 DOZEN INGREDIENTS 21 4 c all purpose flour 2 eggs 2 tsp baking powder 1 2 tsp salt 2 Tbsp skim milk 3 4 1 tsp vanilla 1 3 finely chopped 22 3 c margarine softened 1 c nuts chopped do not use diet or reduced fat 1 c pitted dates finely c maraschino cherries c corn flakes cereal crushed to 11 3 c 15 maraschino cherries chopped cut into quarters 1 c sugar DIRECTIONS Stir together flour baking powder and salt Set aside In a large mixing bowl beat margarine and sugar until light and fluffy Add eggs Beat well Stir in milk and vanilla Add flour mixture Mix well Stir in nuts dates and the 1 3 cup of maraschino cherries Shape level measuring tablespoons of dough into balls Roll them in the crushed Corn Flakes Place on greased baking sheet Top each cookie with a cherry quarter Bake at 350 for 10 min or until lightly brown 128

FROM HELEN MILLER REC I PE orange marmalade c kies COOK TIME 12 MIN TEMP 350 YIELDS 5 DOZEN INGREDIENTS 1 c butter 2 c flour sifted 1 c sugar 2 3 2 eggs beaten 1 2 1 4 c milk 1 tsp vanilla 1 2 c raisins chopped tsp baking soda 1 2 c walnuts chopped tsp salt 2 3 c orange marmalade 21 2 c quick cook rolled oats DIRECTIONS Cream butter and sugar Blend in the eggs milk vanilla Sift flour again with the baking soda and salt stir into first mixture Mix in rolled oats raisins nuts and marmalade Drop from teaspoon onto greased cookie sheet about 3 inches apart Bake for about 12 min at 350 129

REC I PE bu erscot ch c kies COOK TIME 12 MIN TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS 1 c butterscotch 1 2 tsp 1 c sugar 1 2 1 2 c shortening vanilla tsp almond extract 1 c sifted flour 1 egg 1 2 tsp baking soda 1 tsp vanilla 1 2 tsp salt 1 c rolled oats 1 1 3 c coconut green food coloring water light corn syrup DIRECTIONS Melt butterscotch over hot water set aside Cream together sugar and shortening until light and fluffy Add egg and beat Blend in melted butterscotch vanilla and almond extract Sift in flour baking soda and salt Stir into creamed mixture Stir in oats and coconut Drop round teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheet Bake Drop a few green coloring drops with 1 4 tsp water over 130

REC I PE gumdrop c kies COOK TIME 10 15 MIN TEMP 350 SERVINGS 4 DOZEN INGREDIENTS 1 c sifted all purpose 1 2 c granulated sugar 3 4 c gumdrops 1 egg cut into small tsp baking powder 1 Tbsp water pieces tsp baking soda 1 tsp vanilla 1 2 c shortening 1 1 2 c uncooked rolled 1 2 c brown sugar flour 1 2 1 2 oats Optional 1 1 2 c shredded coconut approx DIRECTIONS Chill for 1 hour then drop by the teaspoonful onto a parchment lined baking sheet bake at 350 for 10 15 min 131

REC I PE crispy rice c kies COOK TIME 8 MIN TEMP 350 INGREDIENTS 1 c oleo 2 sticks 1 1 2 c flour 1 c sugar 1 2 tsp baking powder 1 2 tsp baking soda 41 2 tsp vanilla 2 c rice krispies cereal or fruity pebbles pinch of Salt DIRECTIONS Cream oleo sugar vanilla Add flour and other dry ingredients Use a wooden spoon to mix in cereal Using a level Tbsp drop onto greased cookie sheet Bake 350 for 8 min or until light brown around the edges Cool 2 min before removing them from the sheet FROM PAT 132

FROM PAT REC I PE date c kies COOK TIME 5 10 MIN TEMP 350 INGREDIENTS 1 8oz pkg dates pitted 1 egg slightly beaten 1 2 1 2 c coconut dash salt c sugar 1 1 2 4 Tbsp butter 1 2 1 tsp vanilla 2 jars powdered sugar crisp rice cereal c walnuts DIRECTIONS Combine dates coconut sugar butter egg and salt Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture thickens and bubbles 5 10 min Remove from heat and stir in cereal walnuts vanilla Cool 10 min roll in powdered sugar 133

REC I PE hickory nut c kies COOK TIME 20 MIN TEMP 300 YIELDS 16 INGREDIENTS 1 egg white 1 4 tsp salt 1 2 c sugar 1 2 tsp vanilla 1 c corn flakes 1 2 DIRECTIONS Mix together Bake at 300 for 20 min 134 c hickory nuts

FROM PAT REC I PE ka ingas COOK TIME 10 MIN TEMPERATURE 375 INGREDIENTS 1 2 c butter 1 2 1 2 c sugar c lard 1 tsp vanilla 1 c nuts 2 c sifted flour DIRECTIONS Beat butter lard sugar and vanilla until creamy Add nuts and flour Roll into little finger style balls Put on an ungreased baking sheet Bake at 375 for 10 mins Roll in powdered sugar 135

REC I PE birds nest c kies COOK TIME 20 MIN TEMPERATURE 325 INGREDIENTS 1 2 c butter 1 c flour 1 4 c brown sugar 1 c nuts chopped 1 egg yolk raspberry jam 1 egg white DIRECTIONS Combine butter brown sugar yolk and flour Roll into small balls Beat together egg white and nuts Roll balls into mixture Press center with thumb Bake at 325 for 8 min Repress the center and add raspberry jam Bake 10 min more 136

REC I PE pinea le fi ed c kies COOK TIME 8 10 MIN TEMPERATURE 400 INGREDIENTS Cookies 1 2 c butter softened 1 4 tsp baking soda 1 2 tsp salt 1 c sugar 1 1 2 c crushed pineapple drained 3 4 c pineapple juice 2 eggs Filling 2 Tbsp thick cream 1 c sugar 3 Tbsp butter 1 tsp vanilla 4 Tbsp flour 1 2 21 2 4 Tbsp lemon juice tsp nutmeg c flour DIRECTIONS Cookies Mix together butter sugar and eggs Stir in cream and vanilla Sift together flour baking soda and salt Mix together Chill dough overnight Filling Mix together in saucepan Cook slowly stirring constantly until thick about 5 10 min Cool Roll dough very thin Cut into 3 inch rounds or squares Place a rounded teaspoon of cooled filling on each Cover with another 3 inch piece pressing edges together with fingers or fork dipped in flour Sprinkle with sugar and bake at 400 for 8 10 min or until golden brown NOTE Mom would make these cookies filled with both date nuts and pineapple She would sell the cookies to stay off of welfare 137

FROM JOSEPHINE REC I PE orange pecan delights COOK TIME 10 15 MIN TEMPERATURE 375 INGREDIENTS 3 c flour 2 eggs Icing 2 tsp baking powder 1 Tbsp orange rind 2 c powdered sugar 1 2 tsp baking soda 1 2 tsp salt 3 4 c butter grated sifted 1 2 c white sugar 2 tsp orange rind 1 2 c sour cream 1 8 1 c brown sugar packed 1 c pecans chopped tsp salt 2 3 tsp orange juice firmly DIRECTIONS Cookies Cream butter gradually add in brown sugar and white sugar Cream well Add eggs and grated orange rind Beat well Stir in sour cream Blend in dry ingredients gradually Add pecans Drop onto greased cookie sheet Bake at 375 for 10 15 min Frost cookies while warm Orange Icing Combine powdered sugar orange rind and salt Add orange juice until spreading consistency 138

REC I PE orange drop c kies COOK TIME 10 12 MIN TEMP 350 YIELDS 6 DOZEN INGREDIENTS Cookies 1 tsp vanilla Icing 1 1 2 c packed brown 3 c all purpose flour 1 Tbsp grated orange sugar sifted peel 1 c butter or margarine 2 tsp baking powder 3 Tbsp orange juice 2 eggs 1 tsp baking soda 3 Tbsp butter 1 Tbsp grated orange 1 2 peel 3 4 tsp salt c buttermilk 3 c powdered sugar sifted DIRECTIONS Cream brown sugar and butter Add eggs orange peel and vanilla Beat until fluffy Sift together flour baking powder baking soda and salt Add to creamed mixture alternately with the buttermilk beating after each addition Drop onto ungreased cookie sheet Bake 350 for 10 12 min While cookies are warm frost with Orange Icing Combine orange peel orange juice and butter Stir in powdered sugar 139

REC I PE peanut blo oms YIELDS 4 DOZEN INGREDIENTS 1 3 4 all purpose flour 1 2 tsp salt 1 egg c shortening sugar c peanut butter 48 ish hershey kisses 1 2 c sugar 1 2 1 2 c brown sugar firmly 1 2 packed 1 tsp baking soda 2 Tbsp milk 1 tsp vanilla DIRECTIONS Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup level off In large bowl combine flour 1 2 c sugar brown sugar baking soda salt shortening peanut butter milk vanilla and egg at low speed until stiff dough forms Shape into 1 inch balls roll in sugar Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets Bake at 375 for 10 12 min or until golden brown Immediately top each cookie with a candy kiss pressing down firmly so cookie cracks around edge remove from cookie sheet 140

REC I PE salted peanut c kies COOK TIME 8 10 MIN TEMP 375 YIELDS 6 DOZEN INGREDIENTS 1 c shortening 1 1 2 c brown sugar packed tsp baking soda 2 eggs 1 2 2 tsp vanilla 1 tsp salt 3 c flour 2 c peanuts salted DIRECTIONS Mix shortening sugar eggs and vanilla thoroughly Measure flour by dipping method or by sifting Blend together flour soda and salt Stir in Mix in peanuts Drop rounded teaspoons of dough about 2 inches apart on a lightly greased baking sheet Flatten with bottom of greased glass dipped in sugar Bake 8 10 min or until golden brown NOTE If you use self rising flour omit baking soda and salt 141

REC I PE snickerd dles COOK TIME 8 10 MIN TEMP 400 INGREDIENTS 1 c shortening softened 1 1 2 c sugar 2 eggs 23 4 c flour sifted 1 2 2 tsp cream of tartar 2 Tbsp sugar 1 tsp baking soda 2 tsp cinnamon tsp salt DIRECTIONS Mix together thoroughly shortening sugar and eggs Sift together and stir in flour cream of tartar soda and salt Chill dough Roll into balls the size of walnuts Roll balls into mixture of cinnamon and sugar Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet Bake 8 10 min at 400 until slightly brown but still soft These cookies will puff up at first then flatten out with crinkled tops 142

REC I PE amish sugar c kies COOK TIME 10 MIN TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS 1 c powdered sugar 1 c oil 1 c sugar 4 1 2 1 c margarine 1 tsp baking soda c flour 1 tsp cream of tartar 1 tsp almond extract DIRECTIONS Mix all ingredients in order Roll dough in 1 inch balls and pat down with hand Bake sprinkle with sugar while still hot 143

REC I PE soft christmas c kies COOK TIME 10 12 MIN TEMP 375 INGREDIENTS Frosting Cookie 1 c oleo 1 tsp baking powder 1 lb powdered sugar 1 1 2 c sugar 4 1 2 c self rising flour 1 tsp vanilla rum or 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla anise your choice 1 pinch salt 2 Tbsp oleo melted Anise seeds 1 egg white beat until 1 c buttermilk creamy Milk DIRECTIONS Cookie Cream together sugar oleo eggs and salt Mix until fluffy Add buttermilk and baking powder Stir in flour slowly and add vanilla Chill for 1 hour Roll out onto floured board not too thin Bake 375 for 10 12 min Frosting Mix together sugar spice and egg white Add in beat egg white Add a little milk until spreading consistency 144

REC I PE sugar c kies COOK TIME 12 MIN TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS 1 c butter or oleo 2 eggs 1 tsp baking soda 1 c oil 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp salt 1 c powdered sugar 4 c flour unsifted 1 c granulated sugar 1 tsp cream of tartar DIRECTIONS Cream oleo oil sugar Add eggs vanilla Mix well Sift dry ingredients and add to creamed mixture mixing well Chill for a few hours Drop by the teaspoon on greased cookie sheet Flatten but not too thin Bake 350 for 12 min 145

FROM AUNT AGNES REC I PE mola es c kies COOK TIME 10 12 MIN TEMP 350 INGREDIENTS 2 eggs 2 3 c molasses 1 2 tsp ginger 1 c sugar 1 2 c boiling water 1 2 tsp cloves 1 c shortening 2 tsp baking soda 4 1 2 c flour DIRECTIONS Mix together all ingredients Cover bowl and refrigerate overnight Drop teaspoon sized balls onto greased cookie sheet Bake 350 for about 10 12 min 146

REC I PE chocolate crinkles COOK 10 12 MIN CHILL 3 HOURS TEMP 350 YIELDS 72 INGREDIENTS 2 c sugar 1 2 c vegetable oil 2 tsp vanilla 4 eggs 4 oz unsweetened 2 tsp baking powder baking chocolate 1 2 tsp salt melted cooled 1 2 c powdered sugar 2 c all purpose four DIRECTIONS Mix sugar oil vanilla and chocolate in a large bowl Blend in eggs one at a time Stir in flour baking powder and salt Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours until chilled Shape dough by rounded teaspoonfuls into balls roll into powdered sugar place about 2 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet Bake at 350 for 10 12 min or until almost no indentation remains when touched lightly in center Remove from cookie sheet cool on wire rack 147

REC I PE chocolate zucchini drops COOK TIME 8 11 MIN TEMP 350 YIELDS 4 DOZEN INGREDIENTS 1 box devils food cake mix 1 c shredded zucchini 1 2 c margarine or butter 1 c rolled oats melted 2 eggs 1 2 c walnuts or pecans chopped DIRECTIONS In a large bowl combine all ingredients except nuts Mix well Stir in nuts Drop by the rounded teaspoonful 2 inches apart onto greased cookie sheets Bake at 350 for 8 11 min or until set Let cool 1 minute before removing from cookie sheet 148

REC I PE chocolate covered che y c kies COOK TIME 10 MIN TEMP 350 YIELDS 4 DOZEN INGREDIENTS Cookies 1 1 2 c all purpose flour 1 2 c unsweetened cocoa 1 4 tsp baking powder 1 4 1 c sugar 1 egg 1 1 2 tsp vanilla juice 1 6 oz pkg semisweet chocolate chips tsp baking soda Frosting 1 4 tsp salt 2 10 oz jars small 1 2 c butter or margarine softened 4 tsp reserved cherry 1 2 c sweetened condensed milk maraschino cherries halved DIRECTIONS In a large mixing bowl sift together flour cocoa baking powder baking soda and salt set aside In a large mixer bowl beat butter with an electric mixer on medium speed for 30 sec Add sugar and beat on low speed until fluffy Add egg and vanilla and beat well on medium speed Gradually add flour mixture to beaten mixture beating on low until well blended Shape dough into 1 inch balls placing 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet Press a small cherry into center of each ball of cookie dough For frosting in a small heavy saucepan melt chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk over low heat stirring often Stir in reserved cherry juice Spoon about 1 tsp of frosting over each cherry topped cookie spreading to cover cherry If necessary add additional cherry juice 1 tsp at a time to thin frosting Bake at 350 for 10 min or until done Remove and cool on a wire rack 149

REC I PE mocha dots COOK TIME 7 8 MIN TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS 1 Tbsp instant coffee granules 2 tsp hot water 1 1 2 c all purpose flour 1 4 c unsweetened cocoa powder 1 2 tsp salt 1 2 tsp baking soda 1 tsp vanilla 1 2 c 1 stick butter Chocolate nonpareil softened 1 2 c granulated sugar 1 2 c light brown sugar candies about 1 inch in diameter packed 1 egg lightly beaten DIRECTIONS Dissolve instant coffee granules in hot water let cool Sift together flour coca salt and baking soda in medium bowl set aside Beat together butter and sugars in large bowl with electric mixer at medium speed until light and fluffy Add egg coffee mixture and vanilla Beat until well blended Add flour mixture all at once beat until well combined Shape dough by level teaspoons into balls Place 2 inches apart on lightly greased cookie sheet Gently press 1 piece of candy onto center of each bell Do not press too far into cookie dough balls Cookies will spread as they bake Bake 7 8 min at 350 or until set and no longer shiny Cool cookies on pans 2 min before transferring to wire racks Cool Completely Store in airtight containers 150

REC I PE golf ba c kies PREP TIME 20 30 MIN INGREDIENTS Topping Cookies c pecans chopped 2 sticks butter softened 1 2 1 1 2 c graham cracker 1 c peanut butter crumbs 1 2 block paraffin 1 c chocolate chips 1 box powdered sugar 1 small can angel flake coconut DIRECTIONS Mix all together roll into balls Bring paraffin and chocolate chips to boiling point double broiler dip balls in melted chocolate and lay on parchment paper to dry cool 151

REC I PE jingle be fudge SERVINGS 16 INGREDIENTS 2 6oz pkgs butterscotch chips 1 2 c chunky peanut butter 2 3 1 2 c walnuts or pecans chopped c sweet cond milk DIRECTIONS Combine butterscotch morsels peanut butter in top of double broiler Place over hot not boiling water until butterscotch melts Remove from water Stir until blended Add in milk and stir until just blended Spread into lightly buttered 8x8 pan Press chopped nuts into surface if desired chill until firm Cut into 1 inch squares 152

REC I PE peanut bu er fudge YIELDS 24 INGREDIENTS 2 c sugar 2 3 c milk 1 pt marshmallow creme 1 tsp vanilla 1 c chunky peanut butter DIRECTIONS Combine sugar milk in a saucepan Cook to soft ball stage 234 remove from heat In a warm mixing bowl combine marshmallow creme peanut butter and vanilla Add cooked syrup and mix well Pour into a buttered 6x10 inch pan Let cool Cut into 2 inch squares 153

FROM MOM REC I PE mom s peanut bri le PREP TIME 15 MIN INGREDIENTS 1 c white sugar 1 c dry roasted peanuts 1 2 c white syrup 1 tsp butter 1 2 tsp salt 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp baking soda DIRECTIONS In bowl mix sugar syrup and salt Microwave on high for 4 minutes Add peanuts and stir Microwave on high for another 4 minutes Add butter and vanilla and stir Microwave 1 1 2 minutes on high Add baking soda and stir Pour out on buttered foil Cool NOTE Mom would make this on a wooden stove every Christmas and sell it 154

REC I PE caramel corn COOK TIME 1 HOUR TEMPERATURE 200 INGREDIENTS 6 qt popped corn yellow 1 2 c dark corn syrup 2 stick butter or 1 tsp baking soda margarine 1 2 Tbsp cream of tarter DIRECTIONS Combine sugar syrup butter Bring to a boil boil 5 min Add baking soda and stir into corn Spread in a single layer over 2 buttered cookie sheets Bake 1 hour at 200 It will be soft Cool on wax paper 155

REC I PE mom s caramel candy PREP TIME 20 MIN INGREDIENTS 2 c sugar 2 c cream 1 c white syrup 1 tsp vanilla 1 c nuts DIRECTIONS Mix 1 2 cup at a time until you get a soft boil Cup of cream and then boil until you get a hard boil in cold water Add vanilla and nuts Pour into 8x8 pan let cool and cut into squares FROM MOM 156

REC I PE candy PREP TIME 25 30 MIN INGREDIENTS 6 oz semisweet chocolate 1 4 c honey 4 oz cream cheese 1 2 c nonfat dry milk 1 Tbsp butter 1 2 c nuts chopped 1 4 tsp salt DIRECTIONS Melt chocolate honey cream cheese butter salt and nonfat dry milk Mix thoroughly Mix in nuts and spread onto and 8 inch buttered plate Let cool NOTE I don t remember his name but he raised bees and would bring the honey into work and sell it FROM HONEY MAN AT WORK 157

FROM JOSEPHINE REC I PE hickory nut frosting INGREDIENTS 1 c sugar 1 c sweet cream 1 c hickory nuts chopped really fine DIRECTIONS Cook real slow until thick enough to spread Be careful not to over cook 158

FROM WORK REC I PE flu y st rawbe y icing INGREDIENTS 2 medium egg whites 1 c sugar 1 Tbsp white corn syrup 1 4 c strawberries mashed DIRECTIONS Mix all ingredients well in top of double broiler Place over boiling water beat until icing holds stiff peaks Take off from boiling water beat about 1 min longer 159

FROM MOM REC I PE mom s frosting YIELDS ENOUGH FOR 1 CAKE INGREDIENTS 1 c milk 1 2 c oleo 4 Tbsp flour 1 2 c crisco 1 c sugar 1 tsp vanilla Salt DIRECTIONS Cook milk and flour until thick Let cool Combine sugar oleo crisco until smooth Pour into milk mixture and beat in vanilla and salt 160

FROM MOM REC I PE mom s ice cream YIELDS 4 QUARTS INGREDIENTS 6 eggs 1 Tbsp flour 21 2 c sugar dash of salt 2 c whipping cream 2 qts milk Vanilla to taste DIRECTIONS Make a custard of all except cream vanilla Cool and add those Freeze NOTE She would make this for everyone s birthday using ingredients from the farm If she didn t use the ingredients from the farm she wouldn t have been able to afford it 161

REC I PE che ies jubil COOK TIME 15 MIN INGREDIENTS 2 c dark sweet cherries pitted 1 4 c sugar 2 Tbsp cornstarch 1 4 vanilla ice cream c brandy kirsch or cherry brandy DIRECTIONS Drain cherries reserving syrup In saucepan blend sugar and cornstarch Gradually stir in reserved syrup mixing well Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture thickens and bubbles Remove from heat Stir in cherries Turn into heatproof bowl or top pan of chafing dish Be sure the bottom pan of chafing dish is filled with hot water keep hot over flame Heat liquor in small metal pan with long handle Carefully ignite heated brandy and pour over cherry mixture Stir Serve over vanilla ice cream 162

REC I PE st rawbe ies grand mariner SERVINGS 4 INGREDIENTS 1 qt fresh strawberries wash stemmed 2 3 Tbsp superfine 1 3 c Grand Marnier liqueur sugar halved lengthwise DIRECTIONS Sprinkle strawberries with sugar if necessary because they are too tart Otherwise eliminate sugar Let stand 10 min at room temperature then toss lightly to mix Pour liqueur over berries and toss again Cover and chill several hours turning berries occasionally Serve topped with some of the liquor and sprinkled with mint 163

REC I PE cream ch se tarts COOK TIME 15 20 MIN TEMP 375 YIELDS 2 DOZEN INGREDIENTS 2 8oz pkg cream cheese 3 4 c sugar vanilla wafers 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla DIRECTIONS Beat cream cheese with mixer until creamy Add sugar and beat some more In foil lined paper cups on a cookie sheet set 1 vanilla wafer flat side up in the bottom of each liner Add eggs and vanilla to cream cheese mixture and beat well Fill each cup to the top and bake for 15 20 min at 375 Keep refrigerated if not to be eaten in 4 5 hours 164

REC I PE cranbe y cupcakes COOK TIME 25 MIN TEMP 350 INGREDIENTS 1 2 tsp salt 1 c brown sugar 1 2 tsp baking soda 2 eggs 1 tsp cinnamon 1 1 2 1 tsp nutmeg 1 2 c shortening c enriched flour sifted 1 2 1 2 c jellied cranberry sauce 1 c chopped california nuts c sour cream DIRECTIONS Beat together ingredients And Pour into cupcake tins Bake at 350 for 25 min Frost with Buttercream Frosting 165

REC I PE st rawbe y cake COOK TIME 35 MIN TEMP 375 INGREDIENTS Topping Cake 1 c flour 1 2 c sugar 1 egg 1 2 c flour 2 Tbsp butter melted 1 2 sugar 1 4 c butter 1 4 c walnuts chopped 2 tsp baking powder 1 2 dash of salt 1 1 2 c milk c strawberries sliced DIRECTIONS Sift dry ingredients Add egg butter and milk beat for 2 min Pour into a buttered 8 square pan Top with strawberries Sprinkle with topping Bake at 375 for 35 min 166

REC I PE a lesauce cake COOK TIME 45 MIN TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS Icing Cake 1 c sugar 1 2 c shortening 1 tsp salt 1 2 1 tsp cloves 2 Tbsp butter or c brown sugar 1 egg 21 2 c flour shortening 2 tsp cinnamon 1 c applesauce 2 Tbsp water 2 tsp baking soda 1 c nuts chopped 1 tsp vanilla 2 tsp cocoa 1 c raisins 1 1 4 c powdered sugar DIRECTIONS Assemble cake as written Bake for 45 min at 350 in greased loaf pan For the icing cook first four ingredients until sugar is dissolved then add in vanilla and powdered sugar 167

REC I PE bluebe y cake COOK TIME 25 MIN TEMPERATURE 375 INGREDIENTS 2 c flour 2 beaten eggs 1 c milk 1 c sugar 3 tsp baking powder 1 1 2 c blueberries 1 2 c shortening 1 4 tsp salt 1 can flaked coconut DIRECTIONS Mix and sift flour sugar salt into dry ingredients Add berries and sprinkle with coconut evenly 168

REC I PE bluebe y ca ot cake COOK TIME 50 60 MIN TEMP 350 SERVINGS 16 INGREDIENTS 1 c oil 2 eggs 1 c brown sugar firmly 21 2 packed c all purpose flour 2 tsp baking soda 1 tsp vanilla 2 tsp cinnamon 1 c chunky applesauce 1 2 2 c carrots shredded 1 2 c walnuts chopped 1 c fresh blueberries tsp salt DIRECTIONS In large bowl combine oil brown sugar vanilla applesauce and eggs mix well Stir in flour baking soda cinnamon and salt mix well Stir in carrots and walnuts Gently stir in blueberries Pour into greased 12 cup fluted tube pan Bake 350 for 50 60 min or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean Cool 15 min Invert onto serving plate and cool completely If desired serve with whipped cream and fresh blueberries 169

REC I PE chocolate be y sponge ro COOK 15 20 MIN TEMPERATURE 375 INGREDIENTS 1 2 c flour 4 eggs separated 1 4 c cocoa 3 4 1 tsp baking powder 1 4 tsp salt c sugar 1 2 c fresh raspberries 1 pt whipped cream 1 tsp vanilla 2 Tbsp water DIRECTIONS Sift the flour cocoa baking powder and salt together Sift again Beat egg whites until stiff Gradually beat in 1 2 of the sugar a little at a time Beat egg yolks until thick Add remaining sugar vanilla continue beating until very thick Slowly add water stirring consistently Gently fold in egg whites Gradually fold in dry ingredients a little at a time Spread batter into a greased parchment paper lined 10x15 jelly roll pan Make sure to grease sides Bake Turn out onto a linen or hard finished towel Coat with powdered sugar and roll up Cool on rack Unroll Spread with whipped cream and raspberries Re Roll Refrigerate 170

FROM MOM REC I PE mom s je y ro COOK TIME 12 15 MIN TEMPERATURE 375 INGREDIENTS 3 eggs 1 Tbsp vanilla 1 c sugar 1 c sifted flour 5 Tbsp water 1 tsp baking powder 1 2 tsp salt DIRECTIONS Beat eggs until thick Gradually add sugar Add all at once water and vanilla Sift together flour baking powder salt Add to the wet ingredients all at once Beat until smooth Pour into a wax paper lined 10x15 jelly roll pan Bake 12 15 min at 375 171

REC I PE pina colada cake COOK TIME 1 HOUR 15 MIN TEMP 325 SERVINGS 10 12 INGREDIENTS 2 c flour 1 1 2 c sugar 3 tsp baking powder 3 4 1 2 tsp salt c oil 6 eggs separated 3 4 c cold water 1 c angel flake coconut 1 Tbsp grated orange rind 1 4 1 can 8oz crushed pineapple in juice 1 2 c butter or margarine 1 3 c light rum tsp cream of tartar 1 c sugar DIRECTIONS Mix flour with sugar baking powder and salt in bowl Make a well in center and add oil egg yolks water coconut and orange rind Beat until smooth Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form Gradually pour in egg yolk mixture over egg whites folding gently until just blended Do not beat or stir Pour into ungreased 10 inch tube pan Bake at 325 for 1 hour and 15 min or until cake springs back when lightly pressed Invert pan on funnel to cool completely Meanwhile combine pineapple sugar and butter in saucepan Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil boil 5 min stirring frequently Remove from heat and stir in rum Remove cake from pan and place on serving plate and prick with toothpick Carefully spoon warm syrup over cake Garnish with additional coconut if desired 172

FROM WANDA REC I PE hawaiian we ing cake COOK TIME 30 40 MIN TEMPERATURE 325 INGREDIENTS 2 c flour 1 c shredded coconut 2 c sugar 1 c walnuts coarsely 2 tsp baking soda 2 eggs lightly beaten 1 can 20oz crushed pineapple undrained 4 oz cream cheese softened chopped plus more 2 c powdered sugar for garnish 1 tsp vanilla 1 2 c unsalted butter softened DIRECTIONS In large bowl mix flour sugar baking soda eggs pineapple with juice coconut and walnuts Stir until all ingredients are moist Pour into 13x9 pan Bake at 325 for 35 40 min or until toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean Mix last four ingredients together for the frosting Beat until spreadable consistency spread over cake and garnish with walnuts 173

FROM MICKEY REC I PE fresh peach cake COOK TIME 35 45 MIN TEMP 350 SERVINGS 10 INGREDIENTS Frosting Cake 2 c sugar 2 sticks oleo 3 c all purpose flour sifted 1 stick oleo 2 c sugar 3 eggs 6 Tbsp buttermilk 1 4 1 c ripe peaches 1 tsp lemon juice 1 2 chopped 1 1 2 tsp baking soda c white corn syrup c milk 1 dash cinnamon 1 c nuts DIRECTIONS Cake Cream together sugar and oleo Add eggs beat Stir in peaches Mix flour and soda together and add in buttermilk then lemon juice nuts and cinnamon Bake at 350 for 35 45 min in 13x9 pan or bundt pan Frosting Bring oleo sugar corn syrup and milk to a boil Remove from heat and add nuts and vanilla Beat with mixer to spreading consistency about 15 min 174

FROM MOM REC I PE mom s fresh a le cake COOK TIME 55 MIN TEMP 350 INGREDIENTS 1 1 4 c vegetable oil 2 tsp baking powder 1 c walnuts chopped 2 c sugar 2 c flour 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp salt 3 eggs 1 tsp baking soda 3 c apples diced DIRECTIONS Cream oil sugar eggs together Add flour sifted with dry ingredients Fold in apples nuts Mix Well Bake 350 for 55 min 175

REC I PE chi on cake COOK TIME 1 HOUR TEMPERATURE 325 INGREDIENTS 7 8 egg whites 1 2 tsp cream of tartar 2 cups enriched flour sifted 1 1 2 c sugar sifted 7 egg yolks unbeaten 2 tsp baking powder 3 4 1 tsp salt 1 tsp vanilla 1 2 c oil c water 2 tsp lemon rind grated DIRECTIONS Whip egg whites and cream of tartar until very stiff peaks are formed Must be stiffer than for Angel Food Cake Sift flour sugar salt and baking powder into a large mixing bowl Make a well in the center of the flour and add the oil yolks water vanilla and lemon rind Beat with a wooden spoon until smooth Gradually pour in yolk mixture over whipped egg whites folding gently with a rubber scraper just until blended Do not stir Pour into ungreased 10 inch tube cake pan at once Bake 325 for an hour immediately turn pan upside down to cool When cool cut cake from sides and tube of pan Lift out cake by the tube and invert onto plate 176

FROM WORK REC I PE golden bu er cake COOK TIME 40 45 MIN TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS 3 c flour 1 1 4 c milk 1 3 4 c sugar 21 2 tsp baking powder 1 1 2 tsp vanilla 2 eggs 1 tsp salt 2 3 c butter DIRECTIONS Beat butter sugar eggs and vanilla for 5 minutes on high Sift in dry ingredients Add in four additions alternately milk start end until smooth Pour into greased and floured 13x9 pan Bake at 350 for 45 50 min Cool before serving 177

REC I PE vani a almond cake PRESIDENT ABE LINCOLN S FAVORITE COOK TIME 1 HOUR TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS 2 c sugar 1 c milk 1 c butter 1 c blanched almonds 3 c flour finely chopped 3 tsp baking powder 6 egg whites stiffly beaten 1 tsp vanilla or almond extract DIRECTIONS Cream together sugar with butter Sift flour and baking powder 3 times and add to the butter sugar mixture alternately with milk Add almonds to the mixture beating vigorously then fold in stiffly beaten egg whites Carefully add vanilla or almond extract if you prefer Pour mixture into greased and floured angel cake pan Bake 350 for about 1 hour or until toothpick comes out clean when inserted in the cake s center Turn the cake out on a wire rack and allow to cool before dusting with powdered sugar NOTE This makes a very large cake If you prefer you can also bake it in two 9 inch layer cake pans shortening the baking time to about 20 min 178

FROM WORK REC I PE coca cola cake COOK TIME 45 MIN TEMPERATURE 325 INGREDIENTS Cake 1 stick margarine Icing 1 4 1 stick margarine 1 4 c cocoa 2 c sugar 1 2 c vegetable oil 1 2 1 c coca cola 1 2 c marshmallows 2 c flour c cocoa 1 tsp baking soda c buttermilk 2 eggs 1 2 tsp vanilla 1 tsp Coca Cola 1 box powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla 1 c nuts DIRECTIONS Cake Mix together and boil the margarine cocoa oil and coke Remove from heat and add marshmallows Let cool Mix together flour soda sugar buttermilk eggs and vanilla Add to cool milk mix well Bake at 325 for 45 min Icing Bring cocoa margarine and coke to a boil Remove from heat and add in powdered sugar vanilla and nuts Pour over hot cake 179

REC I PE german chocolate cake COOK TIME 30 35 MIN TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS Frosting Cake 1 pkg 4 oz baker s 2 1 4 c flour sifted german sweet 1 tsp baking soda chocolate 1 2 1 2 c boiling water 1 c butter or margarine 2 c sugar tsp salt 1 c evaporated milk 1 c sugar 3 egg yolks lightly 1 c buttermilk 4 egg whites stiffly beaten beaten 1 2 c butter or margarine 1 tsp vanilla 4 egg yolks 1 1 tsp vanilla 1 c pecans chopped 1 3 c flake coconut DIRECTIONS Cake Melt chocolate in boiling water cool Cream butter and sugar until fluffy Add yolks one at a time beating well after each Blend in vanilla and chocolate Sift flour with baking soda and salt add alternately with buttermilk to chocolate mixture beating after each addition until smooth Fold in beaten egg whites Pour into three 9 inch layer pans and bake for 30 35 min at 350 Frosting Combine milk sugar egg yolks butter and vanilla Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened about 12 min Add coconut flakes and pecans Cool until thick enough to spread beating occasionally Spread over tops only stack 180

REC I PE brownie ki cupcakes COOK TIME 20 25 MIN TEMP 350 SERVINGS 9 INGREDIENTS 1 3 c butter or margarine 1 tsp vanilla softened 3 4 c all purpose flour 1 c sugar 1 2 c cocoa 2 eggs 1 4 tsp baking powder 1 4 tsp salt 9 hershey kisses DIRECTIONS In a mixing bowl cream together butter and sugar Add eggs and vanilla mix well Combine flour cocoa baking powder and salt Add to the creamed mixture and mix well Fill paper or foil lined muffin cups 2 3 full Place a chocolate kiss tip end down in the center of each Bake at 350 for 20 25 min or until top of brownie springs back when lightly touched 181

REC I PE old fashioned b r cake COOK TIME 1 HOUR 15 MIN TEMP 350 INGREDIENTS 3 c all purpose flour 2 tsp cinnamon 1 c shortening 1 2 2 c brown sugar 2 tsp baking soda 2 eggs 2 tsp salt tsp all spice 1 12oz can beer 1 c dates chopped 1 c nuts chopped DIRECTIONS Sift together flour cinnamon all spice baking soda and salt Cream shortening brown sugar Add eggs Add flour mixture and beer alternately ending with flour mixture Add dates nuts Bake 350 for 1 hour 15 min in a tube pan NOTE I have to leave mine in 1 1 2 hours it depends on your oven FROM WORK 182

FROM WORK REC I PE white fruit cake TEMPERATURE 350 SERVINGS 10 12 INGREDIENTS 1 1 2 lb blanched almonds or pecans cut into large pieces 1 2 lb candies citron cut into thin strips 1 4 1 4 lb candied cherries halved 1 2 lb golden raisins 3 4 c milk 1 4 c brandy or 2 tsp brandy extract 4 c enriched flour sifted 1 tsp almond extract 1 1 2 c butter or oleo 1 tsp cream of tartar lb candied pineapple 2 c sugar cut into thin strips 6 eggs seperated DIRECTIONS Combine mix nuts and fruit Sift in 1 4 cup flour with mixture Cream butter until soft add sugar gradually creaming until light fluffy Beat egg yolks with fork add to creamed mixture and beat Combine milk brandy and almond extract and add to creamed mixture alternating with remaining flour Beat egg whites until foamy add cream of tartar and beat until stiff enough to cling to bowl when tipped Pour batter over floured fruit and nuts and mix with hands Fold in egg whites Bake Let Fruit Cake stand 1 2 hour before turning out of pans Then turn upside down on wire rack BAKE TIMES 1 Large 51 2 lb Cake 3 hours 15 minutes 2 9x5x21 2 bread pans 2 hours 15 minutes 4 1 lb coffee cans 2 hours NOTE I got this from a German gal at work She was really hesitant to give it to me She didn t want me to share with anyone but shes long gone now 183

REC I PE peanut bu er chocolate cupcakes COOK TIME 25 30 MIN TEMP 350 YIELDS 24 INGREDIENTS Filling Batter 1 c milk 3 oz cream cheese 2 c sugar 1 2 1 3 4 c all purpose flour 2 tsp vanilla extract softened 1 4 c creamy peanut 1 2 c canola oil c baking cocoa 1 1 2 tsp baking powder Frosting 2 Tbsp sugar 1 tsp salt 1 3 1 Tbsp milk 1 4 butter tsp baking soda c butter softened 2 c powdered sugar 2 eggs 6 Tbsp baking cocoa 1 c water 3 4 Tbsp milk DIRECTIONS In a small bowl beat cream cheese peanut butter sugar and milk until smooth set aside In a large bowl combine sugar flour cocoa baking powder salt and baking soda In another bowl whisk eggs water milk oil and vanilla Stir in dry ingredients just until moistened The batter will be thin Fill paper lined jumbo muffin cups half full with batter Drop scant Tablespoonfuls of filling into center cover with remaining batter Bake at 350 for 25 30 min or until toothpick inserted into cake comes out clean Cool 10 min remove from pans to wire racks and cool completely In large bowl combine frosting ingredients until smooth Frost cupcakes Store in the refrigerator 184

REC I PE c kies n cream cake COOK TIME 25 35 MIN TEMP 350 SERVINGS 12 INGREDIENTS Frosting Cake 1 pkg white cake mix 1 1 4 c water 1 3 1 c oreos coarsely crushed c oil 3 c powdered sugar 3 4 c shortening 1 tsp vanilla 3 egg whites 2 egg whites DIRECTIONS Cake In large bowl combine all cake ingredients except oreos at low speed until moistened beat 2 min at highest speed Gently stir in crushed oreos Pour batter into 2 greased 9 inch round cake pans Bake at 350 for 25 35 min or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean Cool 10 min remove from pans Cool Completely Frosting In small bowl combine 1 2 c of the powdered sugar shortening vanilla and 2 egg whites Blend well Beat in remaining powdered sugar until frosting is smooth and creamy Fill and frost cake Garnish as desired 185

REC I PE frosted pumpkin bars COOK TIME 25 30 MIN TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS Frosting Bars 2 c sugar 2 tsp baking powder 4 eggs 1 tsp baking soda 1 c vegetable oil 1 tsp cinnamon 1 16oz can pumpkin 1 2 tsp salt 2 c flour 8 oz cream cheese softened 6 Tbsp butter softened 4 c powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla DIRECTIONS Combine all ingredients blend well Pour into ungreased 10x15 inch jelly roll pan Bake for 25 35 min at 350 until a toothpick inserted at the center of the cake comes out clean Cool Cake Frosting Cream together the cream cheese and butter and vanilla Gradually add in the sugar Mix well 186

REC I PE pumpkin pie COOK TIME 1 HOUR TEMP 425 SERVINGS 6 INGREDIENTS 2 eggs slightly beaten 1 3 4 3 4 c pumpkin c sugar 1 2 tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon 1 2 tsp ginger 1 4 tsp cloves 1 2 3 c evaporated milk 1 9 unbaked pie shell DIRECTIONS Mix ingredients in order given pour into pie shell Bake at 425 for 15 min Reduce oven temperature to 350 and continue baking for 45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean 187

REC I PE texas pecan pie COOK TIME 45 MIN TEMP 300 SERVINGS 9 INGREDIENTS 3 eggs well beaten 1 2 c sugar 3 Tbsp butter melted 1 c light corn syrup 1 tsp vanilla 1 4 1 c pecans chopped coarsely tsp salt DIRECTIONS Mix all ingredients together Pour into slightly baked shell Bake at 300 for 45 min 188 FROM MICKEY

FROM AUNT HELEN S MOM REC I PE nut pie SERVINGS 6 INGREDIENTS 1 small baked pie shell 1 c milk 1 c sugar 1 Tbsp flour maybe more 3 egg yolks beaten 1 tsp vanilla slightly 1 cup nutmeats finely chopped pinch of salt DIRECTIONS Cook milk sugar flour salt until it thickens a little Add mixture to egg yolks Then put it all together cook for a minute or two more Remove from stove add nuts and vanilla Cool Put this mixture into baked pie shell Can put the egg whites on the top to use as a topping You can cook the nuts if you like stirring with the rest NOTE It doesn t make a very big pie but it sure is good This is a very old old recipe Aunt Helen 189

REC I PE rhubarb st rawbe y pie COOK TIME 40 MIN TEMP 425 SERVINGS 9 INGREDIENTS 2 c strawberries 6 Tbsp flour 2 c rhubarb 1 1 3 c sugar 1 1 3 Tbsp butter DIRECTIONS Mix ingredients and pour into 9 pre baked pie shell Bake at 425 for 40 min 190

REC I PE rhubarb custard pie COOK TIME 40 MIN TEMP 400 SERVINGS 9 INGREDIENTS 3 c rhubarb 2 eggs or 3 egg yolks 3 Tbsp flour 1 1 2 c sugar 1 tsp nutmeg 1 tsp salt DIRECTIONS Mix flour sugar salt and nutmeg together well Add eggs beat well Add rhubarb and put in bottom of unbaked pie shell Bake 400 for 10 min Then 350 for 30 min or until custard is done Add meringue to top FROM HELEN MILLER 191

REC I PE st rawbe y pie SERVINGS 9 INGREDIENTS 1 1 2 c sugar 1 2 1 1 2 c water 1 small pkg strawberry 1 4 c cornstarch tsp salt 5 c strawberries jello DIRECTIONS Boil until thick then stir in jello Cool then add strawberries FROM WORK 192

REC I PE mile high pie SERVINGS 9 INGREDIENTS 1 pkg frozen berries 2 egg whites 1 c sugar 1 tsp lemon juice 1 2 pkg cool whip DIRECTIONS Beat egg whites until fluffy Add rest of ingredients except cool whip Beat 15 min on high speed Fold in cool whip Pour into baked pie shell Freeze 193

REC I PE lemon pie SERVINGS 9 INGREDIENTS 1 1 3 c sugar 1 3 c cornstarch 1 2 tsp salt 1 1 2 1 3 c hot water c fresh lemon juice 2 eggs separated 1 pkg unflavored gelatin 2 Tbsp butter or 1 4 c cold water 1 2 c heavy cream margarine 1 tsp lemon peel grated 1 tsp vanilla whipped 1 baked 9 pie shell DIRECTIONS In a 2 qt saucepan combine sugar cornstarch salt Stir in hot water lemon juice Cook and stir over medium heat Remove from heat Stir small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks stir beat into remaining hot mixture Cook 2 minutes more Remove from heat Stir in butter then lemon peel vanilla Measure out 1 cup and set aside to cool Sprinkle gelatin over old water let stand 1 min Add to hot lemon mixture them cool about 20 minutes The beat egg whites until stiff and fold in whipped cream Combine into lemon mixture and pour into pie crust Refrigerate 15 min 194

REC I PE lemon fi ing YIELDS 1 1 2 CUPS INGREDIENTS juice and grated lemon rind 1 2 c sugar 3 4 c water 21 2 Tbsp corn starch 1 egg yolk slightly beaten 2 Tbsp water DIRECTIONS Combine lemon juice rind sugar and 3 4 c water Slowly bring to boiling point Make a smooth paste of corn starch and 2 Tbsp water Add slowly to syrup stirring constantly Cook until mixture is thick and clear for about 5 min Remove from heat add small amount to slightly beaten egg yolk Beat vigorously Return to remaining mixture and blend well Cool FROM WORK 195

REC I PE pecan surprise bars COOK TIME 55 60 MIN TEMP 350 YIELDS 36 INGREDIENTS Crust 1 pkg yellow cake mix dry reserve 1 2 2 3 c c margarine melted 1 egg Filling 2 3 c reserved cake mix 1 2 3 eggs beaten c brown sugar packed 1 c pecan pieces broken 1 1 2 c dark corn syrup 1 tsp vanilla DIRECTIONS In large bowl combine mix margarine egg Mix until crumble Press into greased 13x9 pan and bake at 350 for 15 20 min or until light brown Prepare the filling and pour over the baked crust Sprinkle with pecans and return to oven Bake 30 35 min until filling is set 196

REC I PE apricot de ert bars COOK TIME 25 30 MIN TEMP 400 SERVINGS 12 15 INGREDIENTS Filling Crust 2 6oz pkg dried 1 3 4 c all purpose flour apricots chopped fine 1 c sugar 1 1 2 3 4 c water c sugar 1 2 tsp salt 1 2 tsp baking soda 3 4 c margarine or butter 1 c coconut 1 2 c walnuts chopped DIRECTIONS Filling In medium saucepan combine apricots and water Cook over medium heat 10 15 min or until apricots are very soft stirring occasionally Stir in 3 4 c sugar Crust Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup leveling off In large bowl combine flour 1 c sugar salt and baking soda Using fork or pastry blender cut in margarine until mixture is crumbly Add coconut and walnuts Press 3 c of mixture into greased 13x9 pan Bake at 400 for 10 minutes Remove from oven Spread filling evenly over crust Sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture Bake for an additional 15 20 min or until golden brown Cool Cut into bars 197

REC I PE choco coconut bars COOK TIME 25 MIN TEMPERATURE 375 INGREDIENTS Crust 1 1 2 c flour Topping 1 c chocolate chips 2 Tbsp flour 1 2 c brown sugar packed 2 eggs 1 2 tsp baking powder 1 2 c butter 1 c brown sugar 1 4 tsp salt 1 tsp vanilla 1 1 4 tsp salt 1 2 c coconut DIRECTIONS Combine ingredients for crust and work until crumbly Pat evenly into 19x9 pan Bake 375 for 10 min Sprinkle Chocolate Chips over baked dough and put in the oven for 1 more minute Spread chocolate around Beat eggs and add the brown sugar Add vanilla stir in flour baking powder and salt Add coconut Spread evenly over chocolate layer Bake at 375 for 14 min Cool and Cut FROM HELEN CRUGER 198

REC I PE luau brownies COOK TIME 23 25 MIN TEMP 350 YIELDS 24 INGREDIENTS 3 4 1 1 2 c shortening c sugar 1 tsp baking powder 2 oz unsweetened 1 tsp vanilla chocolate melted 3 eggs cooled 1 3 c macadamia nuts or pecans chopped 1 81 4 oz can crushed pineapple drained 1 c all purpose flour DIRECTIONS In a bowl combine shortening sugar and vanilla Beat with an electric mixer until fluffy Add eggs Beat until combined In another bowl stir together flour and baking powder Add to egg mixture Beat until just combined Divide batter into half In one half add chocolate and nuts In the other half add pineapple In a greased 13x9 pan alternate small spoonfuls of chocolate and pineapple batters Bake at 350 for 23 25 min Cool Cut into Bars 199

REC I PE peach almond cobbler COOK TIME 45 MIN TEMP 350 SERVINGS 12 INGREDIENTS Fruit Topping 3 Tbsp butter melted 2 c flour 1 1 2 sticks unsalted 2 c sugar butter melted 1 2 c almonds slivered 4 lbs ripe peaches peeled pitted sliced 2 Tbsp amaretto liqueur 1 tsp salt 3 eggs room temperature beaten DIRECTIONS In a small skillet melt butter over medium high saute almonds stirring constantly for about 5 min or until lightly browned In a large bowl gently mix the peaches amaretto and the almonds Pour into a 13x9 glass dish In a large bowl stir in flour sugar and salt together Mix in the beaten eggs the dough will be very sticky Spread the dough evenly over the peaches Pour the melted butter evenly over the dough Bake at 375 for 45 min or until lightly browned Serve Warm 200

REC I PE peach be y cobbler COOK TIME 40 45 MIN TEMP 375 SERVINGS 6 8 INGREDIENTS 1 4 c sugar 1 c blueberries 1 2 c milk 1 4 c brown sugar 1 c all purpose flour 1 4 c butter softened 1 Tbsp cornstarch 1 2 c water 1 Tbsp lemon juice 2 c sliced peaches 4 medium sifted 1 2 c sugar 1 1 2 2 Tbsp sugar 1 4 tsp nutmeg tsp baking powder double acting 1 2 tsp salt DIRECTIONS In a saucepan combine sugar brown sugar and cornstarch Add water and blend well Cook over medium heat stirring constantly until thickened Add lemon juice peaches and blueberries Arrange in bottom of 9x9 pan Sift together in mixing bowl flour sugar baking powder and salt Add milk and butter Sprinkle crumble mixture over fruit mixture and sprinkle with sugar and nutmeg Bake at 375 for 40 45 min 201

REC I PE mi i i i mud pie COOK TIME 25 MIN TEMPERATURE 350 INGREDIENTS Crust Pie 1 c cool whip 1 stick butter 1 c powdered sugar 2 pkgs instant chocolate 1 2 c nuts chopped 1 c flour 11 oz cream cheese 1 tsp vanilla pudding 3 c milk DIRECTIONS Crust Mix all ingredients well and pat into a 13x9 pan Bake 350 for 25 min Let Cool Pie Cream together powdered sugar cream cheese vanilla and cool whip Beat well Pour over pie crust Mix together pudding mix with milk Pour over creamed mixture Top with cool whip and nuts NOTE Best if made the night before 202

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A FEW STEPS THROUGH THE LIFE OF Ruth Elaine Bryant Ekleberry 1935 Born April 19 1935 to Lyman and Edith Wildt Bryant in an old farmhouse on Blackman Road in Jackson Michigan 1936 Moved to Brooklyn Mom and Dad bought the farm in Brooklyn Michigan when I was a year old They bought 98 acres a barn and a house for 9 000 That was a lot of money back then A loaf of bread was 5 cents 1951 Met Jack 1953 Summer job at Ford 1954 Graduated High School 1954 Hired in at the Ypsilanti Ford Plant I met Jack Ekleberry at Clark Lake We went together 6 years before we got married He was in the Army for two of those years he was a Lieutenant Colonel I worked three months at Ford in Brooklyn Michigan for a summer job before going back to finish high school Graduated from Brooklyn High School with Elaine Audrey One morning I got up and I said to Mom and Dad I think I m going to go down and sign up to get me a job Dad said You won t be driving 5 miles you re going to be driving 45 miles I said Yeah I know Dad but there s a lot of carpools I ll get in a carpool Mom says I ll ride down with ya I said Okay So We went down there and Con Jones the superintendent saw me standing in line so he pulled me out of line I went in and took my test and he

said Can you go to work right now I said Yeah I think so I was too bashful to tell him that my mom was sitting out in the car That was back when you really had to know someone to get a job So after six hours I went out to the car and said Guess what Mom I got hired in She wasn t a bit upset she just said I kinda thought so Later everyone laughed Didn t she have to pee 1957 Married Jack 1979 Moved to Ann Arbor 1986 Moved to Ypsilanti 2004 Retirement We got married on October 5 1957 at the Brooklyn Presbyterian Church Mom and Dad gave us an acre of land for a wedding gift and Ralph got one too We started building our house and we didn t have to pay any rent We went room by room for 10 years to build the house as we could pay for it They never told us but they would tell the neighbors that they were both so happy that we built on the property They probably were happy to have their kids right next to them I moved to an apartment in Ann Arbor Michigan after my divorce from Jack He wanted me to stay in the house but I wanted to be closer to work I bought the condo in Ypsilanti Michigan residing there for 36 years at the time this cookbook was created I hired in and retired on the same day 50 years apart August 2 1954 August 2 2004 I was the utility relief person I worked as a factory rat for a long time and a couple of them said Why don t you go downstairs and take that class and learn those different jobs I said Oh I can t do that they said You can to So I went down and learned how to do seven different jobs I got 10 cents more an hour 205

they shared their recipes THIS IS WHO THEY ARE TO RUTH MICKEY SLIVINSKI Mickey was like a mom to me She never had any children I used to ride to work with her husband He was a hi lo driver he was a big guy and he had a heart attack out in the hayfield After that she moved back to Texas because she had a wealthy aunt who was involved in oil wells She wanted to adopt me I said Oh you don t want to do that Oh man if she would have adopted me I d probably got in on one of those oil wells Anyway she gave me the China she gave me a lot of stuff She took me to Hawaii she wanted to take Jack but he wouldn t go He wouldn t ever travel AUDREY BRYANT My brother Ralph s wife When we were young she would come down to the barn and I d be milking and I d squirt her legs I d say oh whoops I thought I was hitting the cat You think of the stupid things you did when you were a kid I don t know why she didn t like me ELAINE MCCABE Audrey s Sister All three of us graduated together I used to call her all the time and go down and see her in Maumee Ohio Ralph dated her and Audrey at the same time When Ralph asked me which one he should go with I lied and told him Audrey I m terrible I told Elaine about that years later and she said I m glad you did or I would have had to move to the Carolinas AUNT AGNES My mom s aunt She was always so fussy and neat She lived in Jackson and I couldn t wait when we d be delivering eggs we d stop and she always had some cookies or something there waiting for us She was the neatest old lady I d ever seen When she made her bed she always had a little tiny pin to make sure the sheet was right in the middle she was fussy But you walk in that house and man it was neat AUNT LEONA HABERCAMP Jack s aunt in Ohio She gave me a couple cookie recipes She was real nice HELEN CRUGER That s my dad s cousin Never got to see her too much because she lived pretty far away

JUDY BRYANT Judy was married to my cousin Lynwood We used to chum around a lot too I took them on a timeshare He was my dad s brother s boy RALPH BRYANT JR My brother s oldest boy He s a good kid He makes my mom s pineapple filled cookies still to this day When he was young he d get off the school bus and play pool with me before he would go home ANNETTE BRYANT BLACKBURN Annette is my brother s oldest daughter She takes care of my brother boy does she do a lot of work for him When Audrey died he didn t know what to do with himself Annette stepped in to help when his health started getting bad MIKE MILLER Oh he was gay His aunt would throw these large 500 dinners in Ann Arbor at the college and I would go with him and pretend to be his girlfriend I guess he got aids and he went blind I didn t know it until I went to see John the old man in the hospital and Mike was his roommate Last I heard he died I had some good times with him and he was a good cook HELEN MILLER She was Mike Miller s mom She was kinda bossy WANDA CROFT I met her at the hairdresser in Wayne Michigan We ve been friends ever since I ve been single We used to golf together She was part of the timeshare group it was Wanda Betsy Georgia Peach and Me All four of us took lots of trips together DOROTHY GRINBERG Georgia Peach I used to call her that because she was from Atlanta Georgia You would have loved her She was just so easy to get along with We used to golf and travel together I met Dot through Wanda They worked at J L Hudsons together She was always so organized JOSEPHINE ESCH We used to ride to work together she lived in Napoleon We d meet in Brooklyn and take turns driving to work Then we got in a carpool with three girls and three boys Us girls would sit in the backseat and we d take turns plucking each other s eyebrows going home That s why I don t have any anymore We did crazy things I tell ya 207

PEARL HALBERT I rode to work with her She used to make good lemon pies She was in the same group with Josephine and was the other one that would pluck eyebrows with us DEENA BICKHAM I worked with Deena We chummed around together for years and years She lives in Florida now I went out there with my timeshare to see her HONEY MAN AT WORK I don t know his name we always just called him Honey Man He used to raise bees and sell the honey at work I always liked him He d always give me a recipe book I ll never forget his story though about what he did for his daughter He told her that she was going to have to pay 25 a month for rent and she didn t think she could do it He said well it ll be a lot more on your own Anyways when she got married and moved out he gave her all of those rent checks back Never forgot that HARLEY ROBACK He s the one that rented my mom and dad s house when they died We rented it for 90 a month He had a little restaurant called Homes Restaurant out by Clark Lake before you get to US127 We d go down there and he d have his Jim Beam drinking all the time He made some good strawberry pie When I broke my leg Jack gave me instant oatmeal for breakfast and at lunchtime they brought down that strawberry pie for dinner PAT EKLEBERRY My ex sister in law She was married to Jack s brother Jim We shared a lot of recipes together AND A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO Aaron Annette Sheri Ralph Jr Thank you so much for gathering pictures to include in this project Ruth loves each and every one of you and is so thankful for all that you do for her 208

ruthie s collection THE CUPBOARD OF HIDDEN TREASURES THE COLLECTION As you can see from the pictures above Ruth had many cookbooks I thought it would be fun to include the complete collection to show just how narrowed down this selection we have in this book is I typed nearly two hundred before we ended up reducing it down to the final one hundred and sixty Which is still insane Not even pictured are two small green tins that hold 4x6 cards Both tins were full One of my favorite finds while going through her collection was the old Ford shop towel used to write down the coca cola cake reicpe I think the bacon bean bake was also on an old shop towel I also loved how Ruth had written on most of the covers She would write which recipes she liked and their page numbers It sure helped our search I picked a few of my favorites and decided to include them here Katie 216

Hello I m Ruthie s neighbor Katie and together we created this cookbook My boyfriend Matt moved into the condo next to hers in 2009 We started dating a decade later and I moved in about a year after that Slowly but surely we ve grown pretty close and now go to dinner every Thursday night She makes us cookies and baked goods far too often I love it but it s really making me put on some pounds After a little over a year of friendship with Ruth I kept looking at her cupboard of recipes wanting to go through them with her and one day we decided to I took pictures of a bunch and told her I was going to type them all out for her and make a book She got very excited Many many hours later and we have this cookbook It s somewhat of a Ruthie Legacy if you will I wanted it to be more about Ruth and her love for baking than just a collection of recipes I m so happy I have her recipes like the gumdrop cookies chocolate covered cherry cookies and meatloaf and potato casserole just to name a few It was really fun to watch her light up when I would ask about who people were or about times in her life She loved telling me the stories and seeing everything come to life Shortly before starting this adventure she had tattled on herself and told me that as she was shredding old tax documents she also shredded all of her pictures because no one will want to go through my shit when I die I was devastated for her nieces and nephews and for her though as well that she was having those feelings So I contacted her nieces and nephews and asked them to send me all of the pictures they had of her They sent quite the collection After a couple months of gathering I finally went through and edited all of the pictures I printed everything off and took them to her to see who everyone was She was so excited to see them all and by the fact that the kids had sent them to me This sparked a little search for her only baby picture in existence only for us to discover that she had not actually thrown away ALL of her pictures thank the Lord In the basement at the bottom of her built ins were a couple of photo albums with exactly what I was looking for some childhood pictures There weren t many until graduation but that s because in rural America cameras just weren t a big household item until the mid 1940 50s However everyone in possession of this book will now have these pictures and not have to worry about anyone shredding them ever again Goodness I hope you enjoy this half as much as I have It was truly an honor to learn from and spend so much time with such a wonderful woman Katie Inman ELEPRINT DESIGN

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