I am always and forever looking for ways to use eggs and zucchini in, the two things that are the most abundant at our house. Pound cake is always a good way to use up eggs and this pound cake also uses Zucchini to create a moist flavorful pound cake. Not only do I used up extra eggs and zucchini but my family loves this cake and it also freezes well. Blueberry Zucchini Pound Cake Print Prep time 30 mins Cook time 90 mins Total time 2 hours ... [ Read More ]
Sweet and Spicy Pickled Beets
I have been working madly to keep up with all of our harvest lately, with the worst yet to come, I am still doing a pretty good job of getting everything done. A lot of our harvest has been going into the freezer, due to cost issues, and not having enough canning jars for this big of a harvest, but I decided to make some sweet and spicy pickled beets for my daughter and mother in law these are one of their favorites and they look forward to them every year. These beets offer a ... [ Read More ]
Strawberry Shortcake Ala Mode
There is nothing quite as good in the summer as home grown strawberries when they are paired with vanilla ice cream and homemade shortcakes. This version of strawberry shortcake has been a favorite in our home in the summer for many years. Strawberry Shortcake Ala Mode Print Prep time 2 hours Cook time 30 mins Total time 2 hours 30 mins Author: Patty Recipe type: Dessert Serves: 4 Ingredients 3cups of strawberries ¼ cup of sugar (adjust this ... [ Read More ]
Natural and Different Egg Coloring Ideas
Forget to get an egg coloring kit this year? here are a few ideas that you can use to make your own colored eggsfrom things you have at home. This year instead of using a coloring kit from the grocery store, why not use some natural dyes. Here are some ideas. Usually, the more of the natural ingredient you use and the longer the egg soaks (maybe even overnight) the darker the color will be. Natural Egg Food Coloring REMEMBER: Not all of these eggs will be safe to eat. Do not eat eggs that ... [ Read More ]
Cocoa Mounds
Cocoa Mounds Print Author: Mamma Ingredients 2C (500ml) sugar 1 stick (4 oz./125 ml)margarine or butter cannot use whipped margarine nor low-fat) 4-5 (70ml)Tbsp. Cocoa ½C (125ml) milk ½C (125 ml)peanut butter (smooth or chunky) 1 tsp (5 ml)vanilla 3C (750 ml)uncooked oats Instructions Combine dry ingredients in 1 qt. (1 ltr.) saucepan and stir to remove lumps in Cocoa. Add milk and margarine. Over medium heat, bring to boil, stirring occasionally. When mixture ... [ Read More ]
Hot Cross Buns
Hot Cross Buns Print This recipe will make 2½ dozen buns. Author: Mamma Recipe type: Baked Goods Ingredients 2 packages active dry yeast ½ cup warm water 1 cup warm milk ½ cup sugar ¼ cup softened butter or margarine 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg 6½ to 7 cups all-purpose flour 4 eggs ½ cup dried currents ½ cup raisins 2 Tablespoons water 1 egg yolk 1 recipe Icing (below) Instructions ... [ Read More ]
My Moms Old Fashioned Candied Sweet Potatoes
I remember growing up that these candied Sweet potatoes were a part offer holiday meal growing up. We only got them on those days never any other time, so I really looked forward to them. I have made them for my family for 3o years now. These sweet potatoes are different from what you expect from sweet potatoes and they are always a big hit. My Moms Candied Sweet Potatoes Print Prep time 45 mins Cook time 30 mins Total time 1 hour 15 mins Author: Mamma ... [ Read More ]
Basic Stuffing
Basic Stuffing Print Prep time 24 hours Cook time 3 hours Total time 27 hours Author: Prairiemaid Ingredients 1½ cups bread cubes ¼ cup celery chopped ½ cup onions chopped ¼ cup butter ⅛ tsp poultry seasoning ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp sage 1 tsp parsley Instructions Trim bread, removing crust. Cube. Soak in cold water overnight in an amount enough to cover. Drain. Saute celery and oinions in butter until lightly ... [ Read More ]
Blueberry Cream Cheese Braid
Blueberry Cream Cheese Braid Print Prep time 24 hours Cook time 40 mins Total time 24 hours 40 mins Makes 2 braids Serves: 8 Ingredients Sponge 1 tablespoon instant yeast 1 tablespoon sugar 1½ cup warm milk 2 cups unbleached al1 purpose flour Dough 2 eggs 1 ½ teaspoons salt ⅓ cup sugar 2 ½ -3 cups flour cup butter Blueberry filling (can substitute most any fruit) 2 cups blueberries cup sugar cup cornstarch 2 tablespoons lemon juice Egg Glaze 1 ... [ Read More ]
Apple Butter in the Crockpot
Apple Butter in the Crockpot Print Prep time 5 mins Cook time 3 hours Total time 3 hours 5 mins Author: Prairiemaid Ingredients 2 cups applesauce 1 cup white sugar 1 cup brown sugar 1 tsp cinnamon ¼ tsp nutmeg ⅛ tsp ground cloves Instructions Can be doubled or tripled. Combine all ingredients in crock-pot and stir to mix well. Cook on High for 3 hours, stirring occasionally. It will thicken as it cooks. Do not let it burn or stick. After ... [ Read More ]