Sunday, April 15, 2007

Easy No - Cook Divinity


This Never Fails

1 Box Fluffy White Frosting Mix
1/3 Cup White Karo Syrup
1/2 Cup Boiling Water
1 Teaspoon Vanilla
1 Pound Powder Sugar
1 Cup Chopped Nuts

In small bowl,combine dry frosting mix,corn syrup,vanilla and boiling water.Beat at highest speed until stiff peaks form,about 5 minutes.
Pour into large bowl and on low speed blend in powder sugar gradually.Stir in nuts.
Drop by teaspoonful on wax paper , press down a little.When outside of candies feels firm turn them over,place half a pecan on each candy.Allow to dry 12 hours or overnight.Store in airtight container with waxed paper between layers.

Mom Zdenek's Martha Washington Candy

This Is A Must Have On Holidays

1 - Can Eagle Brand Milk
1 - Stick Butter
2 - Boxes Confectionery Sugar
1 - Can Coconut
1- Quart Pecans -Chopped ,save some to top or have extra pecans
1 - 12 oz. pk. Semi - Sweet Chocolate
1 - 4 oz. pk. Paraffin Wax

Mix milk and butter in bowl,add sugar gradually.then add coconut and pecans.
Roll into small balls, lay on wax paper lined cookie sheet-put in freezer-about 10-15 min.
Melt wax and chocolate over very low heat.Use a wooden skewer in the balls to dip them in the chocolate mixture,then place each on wax paper until firm.Enjoy

Mom Lail's Pea Picking Cake

There Are No Peas in it - Just 100% Delicious

1 Box Hines Butter Cake Mix
4 Eggs
1/2 Cup Oil
1 Can Mandaren Orange Slices

Mix well , line 3 cake pans with parchment paper.Bake at 350 for 30 - 35 minutes use tooth pick or skewer to check if it is done. Let cool completely

Filling:

1 Large Container of Coolwhip
1 Large Box Instant vanilla Pudding
1 Large Can Crushed Pineapple

Mix together well,let it set in the refrigerator 15 - 20 minutes

Ice each layer , side and top. Mom said now dig in !

Beth's Chicken Spaghetti

Chicken Spaghetti-In Slow Cooker

3 lbs. - Chicken Fryer-cut up or use chicken breast,legs or thighs

2 pk. - Spaghetti Sauce Mix (dry)

Parmesan Cheese - Fresh Grated or Jar

Spaghetti Noodles

Place chicken in slow cooker then sprinkle mix over the chicken,cover and cook on Low 6-8 hours or High 4-5 hours.Cook pasta according to package.Serve by pouring sauce over pasta and top with parmesan cheese . This can also be frozen into individual meals ,when you need something quick and easy.

Friday, April 13, 2007

Deb's No Bake Cookie Recipe


Great For Busy Days
2 cups sugar
4 Tablespoon coco
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup milk

Mix above ingredints,then boil for2 min.

Remove from heat and

add 1/2 cup of peanut butter

Stir until melted

Add 3 cups of quick cooking oatmeal,

stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla

Press out on to a cook sheet,let cool and cut into squares

Can also be dropped by spoonfuls on wax paper

Nelda's Layered Shrimp Salad

This salad can be made to serve two or twenty
First pick the right bowl to layer the ingredients.Start with boiled shrimp drained and cooled,as much as you would like.Then add shredded lettuce.Add cooked drained and cooled elbow macaroni.Then add purple onion,grated cheddar cheese,green bell pepper to taste.Add frozen peas,diced or sliced tomatoes.
Dressing
Blend 1 cup mayonnaise to 1/2 cup Zesty Italian dressing.
Pour enough to cover top of bowl.
Cover with lid or plastic wrap,can be kept over night.
When ready to use stir if needed add more dressing.

Friday, April 6, 2007

Easter Egg Cake



Fun With Grandson


My youngest grandson and I enjoyed Good Friday making this Easter Egg Cake,It's chocolate with cream cheese frosting covered with coconut.
He helped mix and bake the cake and decorated the grass with gummy rabbits , jelly beans, and plastic eggs.
Wow ! What a Great job for a 4 year old.
This made it the Best Good Friday ever.