Saturday, January 31, 2015

Desserts - Pecan Pie V

Unlike most pecan pies, this one does not require corn syrup.

Side Dish - Southern Butternut Squash

My mother made this dish every year for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Now I make it for my family every year. Whenever we get together for a big meal, they always request I bring it! Delicious!

Friday, January 30, 2015

Breakfast And Brunch - Honey Bran Muffins

Pineapple juice and golden raisins add a fruity sweetness to these bran muffins made with shredded wheat-bran cereal, honey and brown sugar. Since you must refrigerate the batter, mix it up at night so you can bake them up fresh for breakfast in the morning.

Herbs And Spices - Classic Thanksgiving Dressing With Parsley Sage And Thyme

For those who haven't completely given up on homemade stuffing and are looking for a simple, memorable stuffing, this recipe - and it's tasty variations - will set you on the path in the right direction.

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Breakfast And Brunch - Pumpkin Flax Quickbread

This vegan recipe for a moist, dense quick bread is made with whole wheat pastry flour, pumpkin, and applesauce.

Bread - Traditional Russian Pirozhki

Small pockets of dough are filled with cabbage and hard-cooked egg before baking. I'm Russian, and this recipe has been handed down from my grandma. They taste delicious, and are a great comfort food (or any other food).

Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Pasta - Pad Kee Mow Drunkards Noodles

This Thai-inspired rice noodle dish is seasoned with fish sauce, oyster sauce, and soy sauce. Red pepper flakes add a bit of heat, while barely cooked veggies add color and crunch.

Monday, January 26, 2015

Pasta - Restaurant Style Mac And Cheese

This easy macaroni and cheese is made on the stovetop, not baked in the oven, for a rich, creamy dinnertime favorite.

Holly Jolly Russian (2 Oz. Kahlua 1.5 Oz. Vodka 3 Oz. Unspiked Eggnog Whipped Cream And A Dash Of Fresh Nutmeg For Garnish)

Holly Jolly Russian (2 Oz. Kahlua 1.5 Oz. Vodka 3 Oz. Unspiked Eggnog Whipped Cream And A Dash Of Fresh Nutmeg For Garnish)

Sunday, January 25, 2015

Breakfast And Brunch - Lemon Poppy Seed Amish Friendship Bread

This rendition of the popular, sweet Friendship Bread includes lemon pudding mix, applesauce and poppy seeds.

Saturday, January 24, 2015

Bbq Grilling - Backyard Cooper Burgers

Ground beef mixed with egg, Worcestershire sauce, and Parmesan cheese gives you tasty burgers for the grill.

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Side Dish - Garlic Mashed Potatoes Secret Recipe

Red potatoes mashed with butter, Romano cheese, garlic, salt and oregano. A new twist on a familiar favorite!

Breakfast And Brunch - Creamy Banana Bread

This is a sure thing, with cream cheese smoothing the way for banana bread baked in a bed of cinnamon, brown sugar and chopped pecans.

Wednesday, January 21, 2015

Breakfast And Brunch - Lighter Chocolate Chip Pancakes

Made with whole wheat flour, wheat germ, and skim milk these chocolate chip pancakes sound healthy but taste delicious.

Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Monday, January 19, 2015

Bbq Grilling - The Labor Day Burger

Enjoy the last sweet weekend of the summer with this deluxe cheese-stuffed burger served on buns with tomato and avocado slices. The recipe makes 2 large servings.