tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52784269149825105372023-11-15T06:41:55.652-08:00Patty's Prime SeasoningsPatty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-77686303483520851932010-04-24T08:15:00.000-07:002010-04-24T08:29:52.336-07:00Apple Pudding<ul><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 cup sugar</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">2 eggs beaten</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 tsp. cinnamon</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1/4 tsp. cloves</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1/4 tsp. salt</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 cup flour</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">4 T. melted margarine</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1/2 cup raisins</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1/2 cup chopped walnuts</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">3 cups peeled apples diced fine</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Beat eggs until light. Add sugar. Gradually beat in dry ingredients. Add butter, grated apples, raisins to mixture. Spread 1 1/2 to 2 inches thick in greased 8 x 12 pan. Bake 30 to 40 min. in 350* oven or until top is lightly browned and toothpick comes out clean. Serve warm with whipped cream or butterscotch sauce.</span></p><p>Butterscotch Sauce:</p><ul><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 cup brown sugar</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">3 T. margarine</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1/2 tsp. vanilla</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 T. cornstarch</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 cup water</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Cook until thick stirring constantly.</span></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-45989232691751502222010-04-24T07:59:00.000-07:002010-04-24T08:14:39.694-07:00Salmon QuicheCrust:<br /><ul><li><span style="color:#993300;">1 cup whole wheat flour</span></li><li><span style="color:#993300;">2/3 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese</span></li><li><span style="color:#993300;">1/4 cup almonds (optional)</span></li><li><span style="color:#993300;">1/2 tsp. Patty's Prime Seasoning</span></li><li><span style="color:#993300;">6 T. cooking oil</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Press in pan and bake for 10 minutes at 400*. Remove from oven and reduce heat to 325*.</span></p><p>Filling:</p><ul><li><span style="color:#993300;">1 15oz. can red salmon</span></li><li><span style="color:#993300;">3 beaten eggs</span></li><li><span style="color:#993300;">1 cup sour cream</span></li><li><span style="color:#993300;">1/4 cup mayo or salad dressing</span></li><li><span style="color:#993300;">1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese</span></li><li><span style="color:#993300;">1 T. grated onion</span></li><li><span style="color:#993300;">3 drops hot pepper sauce</span></li><li><span style="color:#993300;">1/4 tsp. dillweed</span></li><li><span style="color:#993300;">1 tsp. Patty's Prime Seasoning</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Drain salmon, remove bones and save liquid. Add water to liquid to make 1/2 cup. Flake salmon and set aside.</span></p><p>Blend eggs, sour cream, mayo or salad dressing and salmon liquid. Stir in salmon, 1/2 cup cheese, onion, dill, pepper sauce and Patty's Prime Seasoning. Spoon into crust. Bake at 325* for 45 minutes or until center is firm.</p><p><span style="color:#993300;"></span> </p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-41449900220821026002010-04-24T07:51:00.000-07:002010-04-24T07:58:12.382-07:00Butterscotch Pie<ul><li><span style="color:#cc9933;">1 1/4 cup brown sugar</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc9933;">3 T. butter</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc9933;">3 eggs</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc9933;">1/2 cup flour</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc9933;">2 1/2 cup milk</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc9933;">1/8 tsp. salt</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc9933;">1/2 tsp. vanilla</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc9933;">9 inch baked pie shell</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Combine sugar, flour, and salt in sauce pan. Stir milk in gradually and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens and boils. Boil 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir a little of the mixture into 3 egg yolks, slightly beaten. Then blend into hot mixture in pan. Boil 1 minute more stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Blend in butter and vanilla. Pour into baked pie shell. Whip egg whites until stiff. Cover pie with meringue and brown in 350* oven.</span></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-37150187474324366722010-03-25T05:25:00.000-07:002010-03-25T05:40:07.335-07:00Cream Cheese Salad<ul><li><span style="color:#3366ff;">1 pkg. lemon jello</span></li><li><span style="color:#3366ff;">2 cups hot water</span></li><li><span style="color:#3366ff;">20 marshmallows</span></li><li><span style="color:#3366ff;">2 small pkgs. cream cheese</span></li><li><span style="color:#3366ff;">1 cup whipped cream</span></li><li><span style="color:#3366ff;">1 small can crushed pineapple</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Dissolve jello in hot water. Cut up marshmallows. Add marshmallows and cream cheese and stir until dissolved on medium heat. Cool until mixture begins to thicken.</span><span style="color:#000000;"> Add whipped cream and pineapple. Pour into 9 x 9 glass container and chill until set. Prepare 1 pkg. raspberry jello per instructions (1cup hot water, 1 cup cold). When cool, pour over first chilled mixture and refrigerate until set. When ready to serve cut into squares. Very pretty salad for the Easter dinner table.</span></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-77427621428202365952010-03-21T09:54:00.000-07:002010-03-21T12:32:31.602-07:00Making an Easter Egg Tree<span style="color:#cc33cc;">This is an easy and inexpensive way to decorate for your Easter dinner and the children will love it. First of all, go on an expedition to find a branch about 3 feet tall. Shouldn't be too hard with all the wind we've been having. You will also need a 2lb. coffee can or flower pot full of sand to put your branch in. If you have a can of white spray paint just lying around, paint the branch white. Otherwise, natural is fine. Now, the exciting part is blowing out the inside of the eggs. If you have young children, I would recommend using plastic eggs. Poke a small hole in one end and a larger hole in the other end. Then, BLOW the egg into a bowl or cup. Now, color and decorate the eggs. When dry, using some pastel ribbon either taped or glued to the egg, tie them on the branches as you would decorate a Christmas tree.</span><br /><span style="color:#cc33cc;"></span><br /><span style="color:#cc33cc;">Another fun project is to make place cards for everyone coming to Easter dinner even if it's only your immediate family. Taking small styrofoam cups, write the names of all the dinner guests on a cup. Using colored pipe cleaners, make a handle for the Easter basket by poking a hole in either side of the styro cup and twisting the ends. Place some of the green or pastel colored grass in the cup. Lastly, add jelly beans or candy eggs in the grass. Looks very pretty on the table and the children and adults will love the candy favors.</span>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-30779852492369510782010-03-21T09:48:00.000-07:002010-03-21T09:53:54.860-07:00Regarding the Peach Cobbler<span style="color:#993399;">I had posted earlier in the BLOG the recipe for Peach Cobbler. But, now you realize that any kind of pie filling can be used; cherry, blueberry, apple, or strawberry. Try it and let me know what kind is your favorite.</span>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-51615053736365336082010-03-21T09:39:00.000-07:002010-03-21T09:46:19.489-07:007 Layer Salad<ul><li><span style="color:#33cc00;">1 1/2 heads chopped lettuce</span></li><li><span style="color:#33cc00;">1/2 red onion sliced very thin</span></li><li><span style="color:#33cc00;">1 10oz. package frozen peas broken apart</span></li><li><span style="color:#33cc00;">1 pint real mayo approx. 3/4 jar</span></li><li><span style="color:#33cc00;">1/2 lb. colby cheese shredded</span></li><li><span style="color:#33cc00;">bunch of scallions diced tops and all</span></li><li><span style="color:#33cc00;">handful of bacon bits</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Using a 9 x 13 pan (glass is best for a colorful presentation) layer all ingredients starting with the lettuce, then the red onions, the peas, spread the mayo over the peas and so on. Refrigerate over night. 7 - 24 hours.</span></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-28137765768491288042010-03-21T09:28:00.000-07:002010-03-21T09:37:20.965-07:00Aunt Joy's Cabbage Salad<ul><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">4 cups shredded cabbage</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 small onion diced</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1/2 green pepper diced</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1/2 red pepper diced </span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#cc0000;">Combine 1 cup of vinegar, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup salad oil and 1 tsp. Patty's Prime Seasoning. Pour over vegetable mixture and chill for an hour before serving.</span></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-19825183363613496092010-03-10T04:50:00.000-08:002010-03-10T04:53:31.524-08:00Raw Apple Cake<ul><li><span style="color:#ff0000;">2 large apples peeled and sliced</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff0000;">3/4 cup sugar</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff0000;">pinch of salt</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff0000;">speck of cinnamon</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff0000;">1 egg</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff0000;">1/2 cup flour</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff0000;">1 tsp. baking powder</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff0000;">1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Place apples in the bottom of greased 9 x 9 pan. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over apples. Bake 20 minutes at 350*. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped topping.</span></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-2246892958908213972010-03-10T04:44:00.000-08:002010-03-10T04:55:03.695-08:00Potato Casserole<ul><li><span style="color:#996633;">2 lb. Package of southern hash brown potatoes</span></li><li><span style="color:#996633;">carton of half and half</span></li><li><span style="color:#996633;">1 1/3 stick of margarine</span><span style="color:#996633;"> melted</span></li><li><span style="color:#996633;">1 onion (diced)</span></li><li><span style="color:#996633;">8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese</span></li><li><span style="color:#996633;">1 tsp. Patty's Prime Seasoning</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Mix ingredients and pour into greased 9 x 13 pan. Bake at 325* until light brown.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;"></span></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-54032925058755985842010-03-10T04:35:00.000-08:002010-03-10T04:39:25.729-08:00Krispies<ul><li><span style="color:#ff6600;">1 cup white sugar</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff6600;">1 cup brown sugar</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff6600;">1 cup shortening</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff6600;">2 eggs</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff6600;">1 t. salt</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff6600;">1 t. vanilla</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff6600;">2 cups oatmeal</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff6600;">2 cups rice krispies</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff6600;">1 cup coconut </span></li><li><span style="color:#ff6600;">2 cups flour</span></li><li><span style="color:#ff6600;">1 t. soda</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Scoop up a heaping tablespoon of dough and form in balls on greased sheet pan. Bake at 325* for 8 minutes or until light brown.</span></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-68483580058805298412010-03-08T14:18:00.000-08:002010-03-08T14:41:55.068-08:00St. Patrick's Day<span style="color:#009900;">We have already agreed on the menu with the Corned Beef and Cabbage. But, what about something for an Irish toast. Green beer? Or maybe an Irish Kiss.</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"></span><br /><span style="color:#000000;">For this delightful beverage you will need:</span><br /><br /><ul><li>A 12oz. glass</li><li>Ice</li><li>Orange Juice</li><li>Blue Curacao</li></ul><p>Pour a shot of Blue Curacao in the glass filled with ice. Add orange juice and you will have an Emerald Green Irish Kiss. Very tastey<span style="color:#000000;">.</span></p><p><span style="color:#009900;">There is also the Shamrock Cocktail for those wanting something not quite as sweet.</span></p><ul><li><span style="color:#000000;">2 oz. Irish Whiskey</span></li><li>1/2 oz. Dry Vermouth</li><li>1 tsp. Creme De Menthe (<span style="color:#009900;">green</span><span style="color:#000000;">)</span></li></ul><p>Pour over crushed ice, stir, and strain into martini glass. Garnish with an olive.</p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-53400588368648332662010-03-08T13:58:00.001-08:002010-03-08T16:51:32.048-08:00Prime Rib<span style="color:#000000;"><span style="color:#990000;">A 30z. seasoning packet of </span><a href="http://www.pattysprimeseasonings.com/">Patty's Prime Seasoning</a></span><span style="color:#993300;"><a href="http://www.pattysprimeseasonings.com/"> </a>is designed to coat a 15 to 18lb. loin. Whatever size loin or roast you choose to cook, the procedure is the same. The only difference is the amount of seasoning needed.</span><br /><span style="color:#993300;"></span><br /><span style="color:#000000;">Prep time: 10 minutes</span><br />Cooking time: 2 1/2 to 3 hours<br />Rest time: 30 minutes (for the loin, not the cook)<br /><br />Wash thawed loin thoroughly under cold tap water. Put on sheet pan or roasting pan. Coat the entire loin; top, bottom and ends.<br /><br />Place in pan fat side up. DO NOT COVER. Bake in oven at 325*. After 2 1/2 hours using your meat thermometer, check the temperature of the center of the loin. It needs to temp. 110* to 115* for Medium Rare, 130* to 135* for Medium, and 145* for Medium Well. Anything beyond that and you are on your own. When you pull it out of the oven, as it rests, it will continue to cook.<br /><br />While the Prime Rib is baking you will have time to prepare the Au Jus. One quart of water and 2 heaping T. of beef base in sauce pan. Bring to a boil. Add sliced onions and simmer on medium low until time to serve. Don't forget to saute mushrooms and make some horseradish and sourcream sauce to top off the Prime Rib.Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-78242065610904829642010-02-27T04:08:00.000-08:002010-03-08T16:53:30.273-08:00Calico Beans<ul><li><span style="font-family:georgia;color:#cc0000;">1/4 lb. bacon</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 diced onion</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 lb. hamburger</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1/2 cup brown sugar</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1/2 cup ketchup</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">2 T. vinegar</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 T. prepared mustard</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 tsp. </span><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.pattysprimeseasonings.com/">Patty's Prime Seasoning</a></span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 can lima beans</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 can kidney beans</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 large can pork and beans</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Brown bacon, hamburger and onion in pan and drain. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Bake in 9 x 13 greased pan at 300* for 1 1/2 hours.</span></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-24345358741146229472010-02-27T03:53:00.000-08:002010-02-27T04:08:28.816-08:007Up Salad<ul><li><span style="color:#33ff33;">2 pkgs. lemon jello</span></li><li><span style="color:#33ff33;">2 cups hot water</span></li><li><span style="color:#33ff33;">2 cups 7Up</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Dissolve jello in hot water. Add 7Up and let cool. </span></p><ul><li><span style="color:#33ff33;">1 cup minature marshmellows</span></li><li><span style="color:#33ff33;">2 cups crushed pineapple (drained and set aside for dressing)</span></li><li><span style="color:#33ff33;">2 bananas sliced</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Add to jello mixture and pour into 9 x 13 pan. Refrigerate. When jello mixture is firm the dressing may be spread on top.</span></p><ul><li><span style="color:#33ff33;">1 cup pineapple juice</span></li><li><span style="color:#33ff33;">1 egg beaten</span></li><li><span style="color:#33ff33;">2 T. flour</span></li><li><span style="color:#33ff33;">1/2 cup sugar</span></li><li><span style="color:#33ff33;">2 T. butter</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Cook in double boiler mixing together above ingredients and cook until thick. When cool, fold in 8oz. container of whipped topping and spread on jello mixture. Slice and serve.</span></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-44917447084380828342010-02-26T03:48:00.000-08:002010-02-26T04:05:42.164-08:00Jelly Roll<ul><li><span style="color:#6633ff;">Grease and flour 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 jelly roll pan or line with greased paper or foil. </span></li><li><span style="color:#6633ff;">Beat: 3 large eggs, 1 c. sugar, 1 tsp. Baking powder, and 1/4 tsp. salt</span></li><li><span style="color:#6633ff;">Add 5 T. water, 1 tsp. vanilla and 1 cup flour</span></li><li><span style="color:#6633ff;">Beat just until smooth</span>.</li><li><span style="color:#6633ff;">Pour into prepared pan.</span></li><li><span style="color:#6633ff;">Bake just until cake tests done.</span></li><li><span style="color:#6633ff;">Bake at 375* for 12 to 15 minutes. Overbaking makes it difficult to remove from the pan or to remove the paper.</span></li><li><span style="color:#6633ff;">Loosen edges to immediately turn upside down on a towel sprinkled with powdered sugar.</span></li><li><span style="color:#6633ff;">If you have used paper quickly remove it.</span></li><li><span style="color:#6633ff;">Spread cake at once with soft jelly, jam, cream cheese and fruit, or your favorite pie filling.</span></li><li><span style="color:#6633ff;">Roll up beginning at short end.</span></li><li><span style="color:#6633ff;">Wrap in the towel until cool. Approx. 1/2 hr.</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#6633ff;"></span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">Slice and serve warm. Makes a very attractive plate presentation. Any leftovers will need to be covered and refrigerated.</span></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-51129514406765334712010-02-26T03:33:00.000-08:002010-02-26T03:48:02.226-08:00Popcorn Balls<ul><li><span style="color:#cc33cc;">5 qt. popped corn</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc33cc;">2 cups sugar</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc33cc;">1 1/2 cups water</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc33cc;">1/2 tsp. salt</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc33cc;">1/2 cup lt. corn syrup</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc33cc;">1 tsp. vinegar</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc33cc;">1 tsp. vanilla</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;"> Keep popcorn hot in slow oven (300*). Combine sugar, water, salt, syrup, and vinegar. Cook to hardball stage. Add vanilla. pour over popcorn and mix well. Press in balls. Makes 15 to 20 balls. May add a drop of food coloring to syrup mix for a special occasion such as green for St. Patrick's Day, Pink for Easter, or orange for Halloween.</span></p><p> Temperature Chart for Candy and Frosting</p><ul><li>230 degrees - 234 degrees Thread</li><li>234 degrees - 240 degrees Soft Ball</li><li>244 degrees - 248 degrees Firm Ball</li><li>250 degrees - 266 degrees Hard Ball</li><li>270 degrees - 290 degrees Soft Crack</li><li>300 degrees - 310 degrees Hard Crack</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-64129061287450538282010-02-20T04:00:00.000-08:002010-02-21T07:41:18.580-08:00St. Patrick's Day Celebration<span style="font-family:georgia;color:#009900;">Corned Beef and Cabbage <span style="color:#000000;">(whether you are Irish or not, it is a gourmet meal)</span></span><br /><ul><li>3 to 4 lb. corned beef brisket</li><li>1lb. bag of baby carrots</li><li>1 head of cabbage</li><li>2 large onions</li><li>4 medium sized potatoes</li><li>1 tsp. <a href="http://http//www.pattysprimeseasonings.com/">Patty's Prime Seasoning</a></li></ul><p><span style="color:#009900;">Put brisket in crock pot fat side down. Spread seasoning packet over brisket then add water to 2/3 full. Cook brisket overnight on low. In the morning, take brisket out cleaning off the seasoning packet and trim the fat. Place covered brisket in refrigerator. Clean and quarter the head of cabbage. Place in crock pot in broth. Add carrots, chunked up potatoes and onions, and </span><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.pattysprimeseasonings.com/">Patty's Prime Seasoning</a>. </span><span style="color:#009900;">Cook on low for 2 to 3 hours. Cut brisket in chunks and add to the broth and vegetables. Continue to simmer until ready to serve. </span></p><p><span style="color:#009900;">Serve with dark pumpernickel or marble rye bread.</span></p><p></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-82461098282113664762010-02-19T07:17:00.000-08:002010-02-21T07:45:39.386-08:00Guacamole Dip<ul><li><span style="color:#33cc00;">4 soft avacados</span></li><li><span style="color:#33cc00;">sour cream</span></li><li><span style="color:#33cc00;">1 medium sized tomato</span></li><li><span style="color:#33cc00;">4 green onions</span></li><li><span style="color:#33cc00;">1 /2 yellow onion</span></li><li><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.pattysprimeseasonings.com/">Patty's Prime Seasoning</a></span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#33cc00;">Peel avacados by cutting off the tip and slicing through the skin in quarters allowing you to peel the skin away easily from the meat of the avacado. Take out the seed. Using a blender or food processor, mix the avacados and 1 heaping T. of sour cream. Dice tomato, green onions (even the tops) and yellow onion. Then, fold in to avacado mixture. Lastly, add 1 tsp. </span><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.pattysprimeseasonings.com/">Patty's Prime Seasoning</a>. </span><span style="color:#33cc00;">(More if desired) Cover with saran and chill. Serve with homemade tortilla chips or doritos. Appetizer for 4 people, or it may be served on shredded lettuce as a salad. Best to consume all to avoid discoloration. But, it is so yummy that shouldn't be a problem.</span></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-4274313210869747482010-02-17T03:01:00.000-08:002010-02-17T03:13:43.900-08:00Layered Taco Dip<ul><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 lb. ground beef</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 can refried beans</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 8oz. softened cream cheese</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 16oz. sour cream</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 pkg. taco seasoning</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">2 cups shredded lettuce</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">1 tomato diced</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">4 diced green onions</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">2 cups shredded cheddar cheese</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">jalapeno slices (optional)</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc0000;">sliced black olives (optional)</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#cc0000;">Brown ground beef and drain well. Add can of refried beans and spread on 11 inch pizza pan or serving platter. Combine the cream cheese, sour cream and taco seasoning and spread over the bean and beef mixture. Then, layer the shredded lettuce, tomatoes, diced green onions and shredded cheese. Top with jalapeno slices and sliced black olives if desired. Serve with Doritos or Tortilla rounds.</span></p><p><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span> </p><p><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span> </p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-9748405702277934482010-02-15T08:03:00.000-08:002010-02-15T08:22:24.918-08:00Fruit Pizza<span style="color:#cc33cc;">This is a very fun activity for the kids. </span><br /><span style="color:#cc33cc;"></span><br /><span style="color:#000000;">First of all you need: </span><br /> 1 13 x 17 sheet pan (or similar size)<br /> 2 packages of sugar cookie dough from the dairy case<br /> 1 8 oz. container whipped cream cheese<br /> 1 8 oz. container whipped topping<br /> 1 cup powdered sugar<br /> Fruit to make designs on the top of the pizza. Suggestions: can of sliced pineapple, blueberries, strawberries, can of mandarin oranges, or kiwi.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc33cc;">Spread the sugar cookie dough on the ungreased sheet pan. Bake at 350* until light brown. This is the crust for your pizza. Mix cream cheese and powdered sugar. Then, add whipped topping. Refrigerate until cookie has cooled. Drain the canned fruits. (Saving the juices for a later date to make a smoothie or add to jello). Slice the strawberries and peel and slice the kiwi. Rinse blueberries. Put all of the fruit items in separate bowls so the kids can have easy access to the fruit when making their designs. </span><br /><span style="color:#cc33cc;"></span><br /><span style="color:#cc33cc;">The crust has cooled so spread on the cream cheese mixture, leaving a little edge of the cookie showing just like on a pizza. Then, be creative and make designs on the cream cheese layer with the fruit portions. When finished, cover with saran and keep in refrigerator until ready to slice and serve. </span><br /><span style="color:#cc33cc;"></span><br /><span style="color:#cc33cc;">Very pretty and lots of fun.</span><br /><span style="color:#cc33cc;"></span>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-14078952018119717312010-02-15T07:36:00.001-08:002010-02-15T07:56:44.123-08:00Trailside Oatmeal Cookies<ul><li><span style="font-family:georgia;color:#cc6600;">1/2 cup butter softened</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc6600;">1 cup sugar</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc6600;">1 cup packed brown sugar</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc6600;">1/2 cup peanut butter</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc6600;">1 tsp. soda</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc6600;">1/2 tsp. salt</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc6600;">2 eggs</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc6600;">1/4 cup milk</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc6600;">1 tsp. vanilla</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc6600;">1 1/2 cup flour</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc6600;">2 1/2 cups oatmeal</span></li><li><span style="color:#cc6600;">2 1/2 cups total of peanut butter flavored pieces, chocolate chips and shredded coconut</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Using mixer, combine butter, sugar and peanut butter. Beat in eggs, milk and vanilla. Beat in as much flour as you can. Stir in remaining dry ingredients. Stir in chips and coconut. Drop on ungreased sheet pan. Bake at 375* for 8 to 10 minutes. Makes 60 cookies.</span></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-10921062019438472802010-02-14T07:37:00.000-08:002010-02-14T11:38:08.828-08:00Banana Cake and Boiled Frosting<ul><li><span style="font-family:georgia;color:#ffcc00;">1 3/4 cup sugar</span></li><li><span style="color:#ffcc00;">3/4 cup shortening</span></li><li><span style="color:#ffcc00;">2 eggs beaten</span></li><li><span style="color:#ffcc00;">3/4 cup sour milk</span></li><li><span style="color:#ffcc00;">1 tsp. soda</span></li><li><span style="color:#ffcc00;">1 tsp. baking powder</span></li><li><span style="color:#ffcc00;">2 cups flour</span></li><li><span style="color:#ffcc00;">1 cup mashed bananas</span></li><li><span style="color:#ffcc00;">1 tsp. vanilla</span></li><li><span style="color:#ffcc00;">1 cup nuts</span></li><li><span style="color:#ffcc00;">pinch of salt</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Combine ingredients and pour into greased 9 x 13 cake pan. Bake in preheated oven at 350* for 25 min. or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.</span></p><p>While the cake is cooling, you can focus your attention on the frosting recipe.</p><ul><li><span style="color:#ffcc00;">1 stick margarine</span></li><li><span style="color:#ffcc00;">1 cup brown sugar</span></li><li><span style="color:#ffcc00;">1/4 cup of milk</span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#000000;">Boil two minutes. Add 2 cups powdered sugar and 1 tsp. vanilla. Wisk all ingredients and put on the cake while the frosting is still warm. Deeelishhhhhhh.</span></p>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-68852633569667791982010-02-14T05:53:00.000-08:002010-02-14T07:35:37.522-08:00Grandma Fagan's Nut Bread<span style="font-family:georgia;color:#663300;">Do we really appreciate how easy it is to cook with the appliances today? Turn the knob or punch the numbers on a digital screen and your temperature controlled oven will be ready when the preheat alarm goes off. I have such wonderful memories of going to Grandma Fagan's house. She is getting ready to bake in her cast iron cook stove, with a bushel basket of corn cobs laying in wait to once again bring the fire up for the temperature to be just right to bake her famous nut bread. Not only was that amazing but the fact that she baked the bread in a tin can about the size of a family soup can. Came out to perfection every time. Wish I could say that.</span><br /><span style="color:#663300;"></span><br /><span style="color:#663300;">Regardless of whether or not you cook with a cast iron stove or have your favorite tin can to bake in, I know you will enjoy this delicious recipe.</span><br /><span style="color:#663300;"></span><br /><ul><li><span style="color:#000000;">1 cup raisins (ground)</span></li><li>1 tsp. soda</li><li>1 Tbsp. butter</li><li>1 cup hot water</li></ul><p>Pour water over first 3 ingredients and let cool.</p><ul><li>1 cup sugar</li><li>1 tsp. vanilla</li><li>1 egg</li><li>2 cups flour</li></ul><p>Mix all ingredients and bake in preheated oven at 350* for about 35 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.</p><span style="color:#663300;"></span><br /><span style="color:#663300;"></span>Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5278426914982510537.post-35025486788219591472010-02-11T03:20:00.000-08:002010-02-15T06:40:25.246-08:00Valentine's Day Preparation<span style="COLOR: rgb(255,0,0)">I know, I know, you are going to say, why would I want to cook on Valentine's Day? Right? Well, first of all economics. You can have a tasteful dinner at home for a lot less money. Secondly, and this is probably my biggest complaint is making reservations, waiting, standing in line, more waiting and being around numerous people with which I have absolutely no ties. One of my favorite meals to make for Valentine's Day, kind of staying with the "red" theme, is <span style="color:#000000;">Windsor Loins. </span> I usually try to watch for the smoked pork chops to go on sale and keep some in the freezer for such an occasion. If you are fortunate enough to have a meat market that will cut the size that you need that is very helpful. I like to get a 10oz. smoked chop because it is thicker and will not dry out. Figure 1 per person plus maybe 2 extras because they are <a href="http://www.pattysprimeseasonings.com/SPICES_2.html">sooooo tastey</a>. These may be grilled or simply heated in the oven on a sheet pan with a 1/2 inch of water in the bottom to keep them moist. Cover with foil. Bake at 350* for approx 30 min. If you are grilling, they just need to be heated because they are already smoked. So, plan your time accordingly. </span><br /><span style="COLOR: rgb(0,0,0)"></span><br />For the sauce you will need:<br /><span style="COLOR: rgb(255,0,0)">1 can cherry pie filling (portion for 4 people)</span><br /><span style="COLOR: rgb(255,0,0)">1/2 cup brown sugar</span><br /><span style="COLOR: rgb(255,0,0)">1 heaping T. margarine</span><br /><span style="COLOR: rgb(255,0,0)">2 tsp. cinnamon</span><br /><br /><span style="COLOR: rgb(0,0,0)">Heat all ingredients on low until ready to serve over the loins. You can put the loins on a platter and portion the cherry sauce on them or put the sauce in a gravy boat and let everyone serve their own cherry sauce. Makes a very nice plate presentation.</span><br /><br />For the side dishes I would keep it simple: baked potato or baked sweet potato, fresh steamed broccoli or french style green beans. Let me know how it goes.Patty B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10686921964198579629noreply@blogger.com0