Posted on 02/09/2009 12:36:11 AM PST by nw_arizona_granny
Yahoo ran an interesting article this morning indicating a rise in the number of survivalist communities cropping up around the country. I have been wondering myself how much of the recent energy crisis is causing people to do things like stockpile food and water, grow their own vegetables, etc. Could it be that there are many people out there stockpiling and their increased buying has caused food prices to increase? It’s an interesting theory, but I believe increased food prices have more to do with rising fuel prices as cost-to-market costs have increased and grocers are simply passing those increases along to the consumer. A recent stroll through the camping section of Wal-Mart did give me pause - what kinds of things are prudent to have on hand in the event of a worldwide shortage of food and/or fuel? Survivalist in Training
I’ve been interested in survival stories since I was a kid, which is funny considering I grew up in a city. Maybe that’s why the idea of living off the land appealed to me. My grandfather and I frequently took camping trips along the Blue Ridge Parkway and around the Smoky Mountains. Looking back, some of the best times we had were when we stayed at campgrounds without electricity hookups, because it forced us to use what we had to get by. My grandfather was well-prepared with a camp stove and lanterns (which ran off propane), and when the sun went to bed we usually did along with it. We played cards for entertainment, and in the absence of televisions, games, etc. we shared many great conversations. Survivalist in the Neighborhood
Substitute For Whipped Cream Recipe & More
Posted By TipNut On April 3, 2007 @ 6:13 am In Baking Tips, Food, Recipes | 3 Comments
Recipes - Tipnut.comWhipped Cream Substitute
2 large ripe bananas, sliced
3 tsp sugar
2 egg whites
Directions:
* Whip all ingredients together just like you would regular cream. Add some flavoring if you like.
Flavoring Ideas:
* Almond Extract
* Vanilla Extract
* Flavored Liqueur
* Brandy or Rum
* Lemon or Orange Zest
* Instant Coffee
* Sifted Cocoa
* Cinnamon
Real Whipped Cream Recipe
1 tsp gelatin
4 tsp water
* Combine the above until thick; Microwave 25 to 30 seconds until clear; Cool slightly
1 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup icing sugar
1 tsp vanilla
Directions:
* Whip together until thickened then add the gelatin mixture (while still whipping); Whip until stiff
Quick & Easy Fruit Dip
1 part whipped cream
1 part vanilla or flavored yogurt, or vanilla pudding
Also See These Tips:
* Mock Devonshire Cream Recipes [1]
* Homemade Irish Cream Recipe [2]
* Homemade Flavored Instant Coffee Recipe - Mocha [3]
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[2] Homemade Irish Cream Recipe: http://tipnut.com/homemade-irish-cream-recipe/
[3] Homemade Flavored Instant Coffee Recipe - Mocha: http://tipnut.com/homemade-flavored-instant-coffee-recipe/
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Thank You for your prayers!
>>>Will probably be out of pocket for a week as my grandkids will be visiting for spring break<<<
Well, we will try real hard to hold down the fort while Grandma spoils those kids rotten before returning them. LOL
Enjoy!!!
Mock Devonshire Cream Recipes
Posted By TipNut On September 20, 2007 @ 6:14 am In Food, Recipes | No Comments
Picture of Clotted Cream (Devonshire Cream) - Tipnut.comDevonshire cream anyone? [1] Yum!
Clotted cream is a thick yellow cream made by heating unpasteurized cow’s milk and then leaving it in shallow pans for several hours. During this time, the cream content rises to the surface and forms ‘clots’. Clotted cream purists prefer the milk to come from cows in the West Country, mainly from Devon and Cornwall.
When clotted cream is not commercially available, a reasonable facsimile may be made by combining two parts whole milk with one part whipping (heavy) cream, heating at the very lowest possible heat for a couple of hours until a skin forms, leaving it undisturbed overnight, and then harvesting the skin and its underclots. The remaining milk may be consumed or used in any number of recipes.
For those of us in parts of the world where the real stuff isn’t readily available, here’s my collection of Mock Devonshire Cream Recipes…
Mock Devonshire Cream Recipes
Recipe #1
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 TBS liqueur (such as Amaretto, Khalua, etc.–you could also use vanilla)
pinch nutmeg
* Mix all the ingredients then cover and refrigerate overnight. Stir before using.
Recipe #2
3 oz. cream cheese (softened)
1 tsp powdered sugar
1 cup whipping cream
* Beat the cream cheese and sugar until fluffy. Gradually add the whipping cream and beat until thick. Cover and refrigerate overnight before serving.
Recipe #3
4 oz. cream cheese
1 cup whipping cream
1 tsp confectioners sugar
splash of vanilla
* Blend ingredients in a blender or food processor until very thick. Cover and refrigerate until needed.
Recipe #4
3 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1 tablespoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup whipping cream
* In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, and salt; stir until well blended. Stir in whipping cream. With an electric mixer, beat mixture until stiff. Store in refrigerator.
These mock recipes are quite a bit quicker and easier to put together, and definitely not the real thing–but still very delicious on all kinds of fruits, baked goods and desserts.
Image Source: Wikimedia Commons
Also See These Tips:
* Substitute For Whipped Cream Recipe & More [2]
* Homemade Vanilla Sugar Recipes [3]
* Homemade Sandwich Spread Recipes [4]
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[1] Devonshire cream anyone?: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devonshire_cream
[2] Substitute For Whipped Cream Recipe & More: http://tipnut.com/substitute-for-whipped-cream/
[3] Homemade Vanilla Sugar Recipes: http://tipnut.com/homemade-vanilla-sugar-recipes/
[4] Homemade Sandwich Spread Recipes: http://tipnut.com/homemade-sandwich-spread-recipe/
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Homemade Sandwich Spread Recipes
Posted By TipNut On May 16, 2007 @ 6:21 am In Food, Recipes | No Comments
Recipes - Tipnut.comHomemade Sandwich Spread
Recipe #1
Ingredients:
3 eggs, well beaten
3/4 cup white sugar
1/2 cup cream
1/2 cup vinegar
1/2 cup sweet pickles, chopped
1/2 pkg. cream cheese, grated
1 small tin pimento (finely sliced)
3 tsp mustard (level measure)
1 tsp salt
Directions:
* Mix all ingredients except pimento and pickles. Cook slowly over medium heat, continuously stirring. When thick, remove from stove.
* Add picles and pimento, mix well.
* Cool, then store in sterilized jar.
Recipe #2
Ingredients:
3 eggs
1 cup white sugar
1 cup vinegar
1 cup sweet cucumber pickles (finely chopped)
1/2 cup butter
1/3 cup canned milk
1 small pkg. cream cheese
3 tsp mustard
1 tsp salt
Directions:
* Beat eggs and milk, add other ingredients. Cook in double boiler until thick.
There’s also this recipe for a meat sandwich spread [1], quantity for a large group.
Also See These Tips:
* Homemade Mustard Recipes [2]
* Quick & Easy Homemade Mayonnaise Recipe [3]
* Homemade Sweet Refrigerator Pickles In Three Easy Steps [4]
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[1] meat sandwich spread: http://tipnut.com/recipes-quantities-for-serving-large-groups/
[2] Homemade Mustard Recipes: http://tipnut.com/homemade-mustard-recipes/
[3] Quick & Easy Homemade Mayonnaise Recipe: http://tipnut.com/homemade-mayonnaise-recipe/
[4] Homemade Sweet Refrigerator Pickles In Three Easy Steps: http://tipnut.com/homemade-sweet-refrigerator-pickles/
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Food Gardening to Go Up in 2009
More Americans are recognizing the benefits of growing their own produce, including improved quality, taste and cost savings.
March 11, 2009
PR Newswire
Findings from the National Gardening Association’s (NGA) new survey, The Impact of Home and Community Gardening in America, indicate food gardening in the United States is on the rise as 7 million more households plan to grow their own fruits, vegetables, herbs or berries in 2009, up 19% from 2008. This anticipated increase is nearly double the 10% growth in vegetable gardening activity from 2007 to 2008 as more food gardeners emerge this year.
More Americans are recognizing the benefits of growing their own produce, including improved quality, taste and cost savings. In 2008, gardeners spent a total of $2.5 billion to purchase seeds, plants, fertilizer, tools and other gardening supplies to grow their own food. According to NGA estimates, a well-maintained food garden yields a $500 average return per garden when considering a typical gardener’s investment and the market price of produce.
The survey findings were announced yesterday at the 5th Annual Garden Writers Teleconference, co-sponsored by The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company and the Garden Writers Association, which discussed recent trends in Americans’ gardening behaviors.
Key highlights from The Impact of Home and Community Gardening Survey include:
43 million U.S. households plan to grow their own fruits, vegetables, herbs and berries in 2009, up 19% from 36 million households in 2008.
21% of households said they plan to start a food garden in 2009.
11% of households already active in food gardening plan to increase both the amount and variety of vegetables they will grow in 2009;
10% also said they will spend more time food gardening this year.
Considering the current economy, one surprising result from the survey is that just one in three respondents said they were motivated to grow their own food because of the recession. The respondents’ other reasons include:
58% – for better-tasting food
54% – to save money on food bills
51% – for better quality food
48% – to grow food they know is safe
“As more people understand the benefits of growing their own fresh produce, we’re finding consumers are hungry for information on how they can start and maintain a successful food garden. And we are well positioned to help.” said Craig Humphries, director of consumer research at ScottsMiracle-Gro. “In fact, last year alone we saw about a 66% increase in the number of vegetable gardening-related calls into our Scotts Consumer Services line.”
A white paper detailing the complete findings of the The Impact of Home and Community Gardening in America survey will be available in early March 2009 on the National Gardening Association’s Web site, www.gardenresearch.com and on the ScottsMiracle-Gro Web site, www.scottsmiraclegro.com. The survey, conducted in January 2009 by the NGA with sponsorship from ScottsMiracle-Gro, polled a representative sample of over 2,500 households nationwide on their gardening activities last year and future plans.
http://gardening.lohudblogs.com/2009/03/11/growing-our-own-food/
They’re just souls in animal and bird suits.<<<
You are correct, I have known animals that were more human, than some people.
With that statement, I see Misty the Nubian goat, Dink the Petz Conure parrot, Snowball, Snoopy, King and Tenna, all wearing dogs clothing, all different breeds.
I would say that I have been blessed in this life.
When her entire family shows up, I have to serve kitten chow on a large meat platter.<<<
It is wonderful that you are so good to all of God’s creatures, you are a special person.
It would be interesting to follow you around, as you call all your “Kitties”.
Smiling and thinking of how lucky some of God’s creatures are to live near you.
Here I have Cactus Wren, year around, a larger bird, maybe the next size up from a Magpie.
They are bossy and very territorial.
Many times, I have watched the feral cats eating, seen the Cactus Wrens decide they wanted to eat and they come swooping down from the big Mulberry tree, AND the cats will move to the far edge of the porch and wait for the birds to finish their meal and then come and eat what is left.
This has been going on for years.
I was working in the garden one time, all bent down and out of site, when a pair came to do garden patrol and I watched them turn over ever dried manure particle and check for bugs, they kept chattering and working so hard, that I stayed hidden and watched.
When I had parrots and cockatiels in cages in the house, the Cactus Wren thought nothing of coming in and eating with my birds, not something I wanted done, as they do carry diseases that I don’t want started in the cage bird world.
I would find droppings, of the wild birds on the outside trays my cages sat in, and then caught a bird—visiting.
I thought I was in a good place now, but who knows?<<<
One never knows, until one lives in an area what really goes on.
Or as I would do today, listen to the towns police scanner on the internet for a month and that would give me a good idea of what I would face.
The only place that I found real and caring/thinking people in the Kingman area, was in the LDS Church and at the Community College.
They are out there, but not near me.
I do hope your new place is a good one, if not, move on, for too soon you will be too old to make another move.
Lead Ammo Ban by National Park Service an Anti-Hunting Move
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2206810/posts
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I am not surprised, so now what do you use to hunt with?
Bow and arrows, rocks and ?, they would froth at the mouth if you built a trap for them.
the current price will not last especially with the taxes increasing.. sad.. that will put a hurt on the poor and struggling..<<<
They have played with the gas prices for years, raise them high, lower them, but not to prior levels and each time the price we are ‘down to’ is a little higher than before.
But it is the price we pay.
I received some strange looks when a lifetime of hot sauce shipped in 6 weeks ago.. ;
now it’s understood by the better half and actively participating...<<<
Laughing and thinking that some are slow in the education of shopping for the future department.
You are right and consider that today’s prices are lower than they will be in the future.
Just think... Don’t hide your garden, post a sign - ‘Federally Protected Habitat! - Endangered Species Growing Here!’<<<
And apply for a gov grant.
I wanted to do that on my mountain side for the burros, but folks came out of the woodwork all wanting to serve as the treasurer.
This is almost what Russia did when they had the revolution, convinced all the peon farm workers that they were too good to work for the landowners on the farms.
So they all moved to the city and starved, there was no food being grown.
We must depend on the leader for every bite, it is the communist way.
It’s supposed to be good for pizza dough.. I guess i will find out tomorrow when I make a test pizza..<<<
Excellent, we want a report and recipe, IF it is good.
I will have to try it again, as I agree with Campbells soup, the country should be covered in tomatoes.
I was able to pick up 2 McIntosh and 1 Yellow Delicious Apple trees, Bartlett Pear, Plum, Elberta Peach and a Belle of Georgia Peach trees. Price - - - $14 each... Trees that size run about triple that.<<<
That is a real jackpot.
Good for you and it is even more wonderful that they are in the ground already.
I am jealous.
LOL Hey, it works for me - but I am 6’3” and wife is 5’6” and daughter is 5’ So, they always tell me that since everything is so high, I should come and reach things for them...<<<
LOL, yes, I know how those kitchens work, most are designed for the petite 5’, lady and I am not.
At 5’8 1/2” since before i was 12 years old, know well how it affects the back.
When I first came to Kingman, I worked in a good, family style Mexican restaurant, that had been built in the 1800’s by Chinese owner/designers.
For me it was like serving all meals on a foot stool.
It was so nice of you to get the Ladies a step stool so they could reach it all........LOL
58% – for better-tasting food
54% – to save money on food bills
51% – for better quality food
48% – to grow food they know is safe<<<
This is the part that pleases me the most.
We knew that many new people were planting this year and for that I am thankful.
I am so glad that they are aware of how bad our current food is and how dangerous.
It is going to be an interesting year in gardening world.
Facts On Honey and Cinnamon
It is found that mixture of Honey and Cinnamon cures most of the diseases.
Honey is produced in most countries of the world.
Ayurvedic as well as Yunani medicine have been using honey as a vital
medicine for centuries.
Scientists of today also accept honey as a “Ram Ban” (very effective)
medicine for all kinds of diseases. Honey can be used without any side effects for
any kind of diseases.
Today’s science says that even though honey is sweet, if taken in the right
dosage as a medicine, it does not harm diabetic patients.
Weekly World News, a magazine in Canada, on its issue dated 17 January, 1995
has given the following list of diseases that can be cured by Honey and
Cinnamon as researched by western scientists.
HEART DISEASES: Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder, apply on bread,
instead of jelly and jam and eat it regularly for breakfast. It reduces the
cholesterol in the arteries and saves the patient from heart attack. Also
those who already had an attack, if they do this process daily, they are kept
miles away from the next attack.
Regular use of the above process relieves loss of breath and strengthens the
heartbeat. In America and Canada, various nursing homes have treated
patients successfully and have found that as age the arteries and veins lose their
flexibility and get clogged; honey and cinnamon revitalizes the arteries and
veins.
INSECT BITES: Take one part honey to two parts of lukewarm water and add a
small teaspoon of cinnamon powder, make a paste and massage it on the itching
part of the body slowly. It is noticed that the pain recedes within a minute
or two.
ARTHR ITIS: Arthritis patients may take daily, morning and night, one cup of
hot water with two spoons of honey and one small teaspoon of cinnamon
powder. If taken regularly even chronic arthritis can be cured.
In a recent research conducted at the Copenhagen University, it was found
that when the doctors treated their patients with a mixture of one tablespoon
Honey and half teaspoon Cinnamon powder before breakfast, they found that
within a week out of the 200 people so treated practically 73 patients were
totally relieved of pain and within a month, mostly all the patients who could not
walk or move around because of arthritis started walking without pain.
HAIR LOSS: Those suffering from hair loss or baldness, may apply a paste of
hot olive oil, one tablespoon of honey, one teaspoon of cinnamon powder
before bath and keep it for approx. 15 min. and then wash the hair. It was found
to be effective even if kept on for 5 minutes.
BLADDER INFECTIONS: Take two tablespoons of cinnamon powder and one teaspoon
of honey in a glass of lukewarm water and drink it. It destroys the germs in
the bladder.
TOOTHACHE: Make a paste of one teaspoon of cinnamon powder and five
teaspoons of honey and apply on the aching tooth. This may be applied 3 times a day
till the tooth stops aching.
CHOLESTEROL: Two tablespoons of honey and three teaspoons of Cinnamon Powder
mixed in 16 ounces of tea water, given to a cholesterol patient, was found
to reduce the level of cholesterol in the blood by 10% within 2 hours. As
mentioned for arthritic patients, if taken 3 times a day, any Chronic cholesterol
is cured. As per information received in the said journal, pure honey taken
with food daily relieves complaints of cholesterol.
COLDS: Those suffering from common or severe colds should take one
tablespoon lukewarm honey with 1/4 spoon cinnamon powder daily for 3 days. This
process will cure most chronic cough, cold and clear the sinuses.
INFERTILITY: Yunani and Ayurvedic Medicine have been usin g honey for
thousands of years to strengthen the semen of men. If impotent men regularly take
two tablespoon of honey before going to sleep, their problem will be solved.
In China, Japan and Far-East countries, women, who do not conceive and need
to strengthen the uterus, have been taking cinnamon powder for centuries.
Women who cannot conceive may take a pinch of cinnamon powder in half teaspoon
of honey and apply it on the gums frequently throughout the day, so that it
slowly mixes with the saliva and enters the body.
A couple in Maryland, USA, had no children for 14 years and had lost hope of
having a child of their own. When told about this process, husband and wife
started taking honey and cinnamon as stated above; the wife conceived after a
few months and had twins at full term.
UPSET STOMACH: Honey taken with cinnamon powder cures stomachache and also
clears stomach ulcers from the root.
GAS: According to the studies done in India & Japan, it is revealed that if
honey is taken with cinnamon powder the stomach is relieved of gas.
IMMUNE SYSTEM: Daily use of honey and cinnamon powder strengthens the immune
system and protects the body from bacteria and viral attacks. Scientists
have found that honey has various vitamins and iron in large amounts. Constant
use of honey strengthens the white blood corpuscles to fight bacteria and
viral diseases.
INDIGESTION: Cinnamon powder sprinkled on two tablespoons of honey taken
before food, relieves acidity and digests the heaviest of meals.
INFLUENZA: A scientist in Spain has proved that honey contains a natural
ingredient, which kills the influenza germs and saves the patient from flu.
LONGEVITY: Tea made with honey and cinnamon powder, when taken regularly
arrests the ravages of old age. Take 4 spoons of honey, 1 spoon of cinnamon
powder and 3 cups of water and boil to make like tea. Drink 1/4 cup, 3 to 4 times
a day. It keeps the skin fresh and soft and arrests old age.
Life spans also incre ases and even a 100 year old, starts performing the
chores of a 20-year-old.
PIMPLES: Three tablespoons of Honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder
paste. Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it next morning
with warm water. If done daily for two weeks, it removes pimples from the
root.
SKIN INFECTIONS: Applying honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts on the
affected parts cures eczema, ringworm and all types of skin infections.
WEIGHT LOSS: Daily in the morning 1/2 hour before breakfast on an empty
stomach and at night before sleeping, drink honey and cinnamon powder boiled in
one-cup water. If taken regularly it reduces the weight of even the most obese
person.
Also, drinking of this mixture regularly does not allow the fat to
accumulate in the body even though the person may eat a high calorie diet.
CANCER: Recent research in Japan and Australia has revealed that advanced
cancer of the stomach and bones have been cured successfully. Patients
suffering from these kinds of cancer should daily take one tablespoon of honey with
one teaspoon of cinnamon powder for one month 3 times a day.
FATIGUE: Recent studies have shown that the sugar content of honey is more
helpful rather than being detrimental to the strength of the body. Senior
citizens, who take honey and cinnamon power in equal parts, are more alert and
flexible.
Dr. Milton who has done research says that a half tablespoon honey taken in
a glass of water and sprinkled with cinnamon powder, taken daily after
brushing and in the afternoon at about 3.00 p.m. when the vitality of the body
starts to decrease, increases the vitality of the body within a week.
BAD BREATH: People of South America, first thing in the morning gargle with
one teaspoon of honey and cinnamon powder mixed in hot water. So their breath
stays fresh throughout the day.
HEARING LOSS: Daily morning and night honey and cinnamon powder taken in
equal parts restore hearing.
To visit your group on the web, go to:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NativeAmericanVoiceForHealth/
Cream of Dandelion Soup Recipe
posted by Melissa Breyer Apr 11, 2008 8:18 am
filed under: Food & Recipes, Soups & Salads, dandelions, Melissa Breyer, soup, wild greens
By Melissa Breyer, Senior Editor, Care2 Green Living
The oft-maligned dandelion has taken a bum rap in the American diet. What a shame! This steadfast and happy plant offers amazing nutrition and medicinal benefits, and can be as tasty as greens can be. Try this recipe for Cream of Dandelion Soup and elevate dandelions from troublesome weeds to celebrated greens.
There is a traditional soup in France, creme de pissenlits, which balances dandelion’s spiciness and subtle bitterness with other savory flavors. It is delicious, and in my opinion is the perfect way to eat dandelion greens. The traditional French recipe uses Dijon mustard. I think it adds some lovely depth, but you may prefer it without.
See Eating Dandelions for more information about harvesting and preparing dandelions.
INGREDIENTS
2 pounds (about 6 cups) dandelion greens, trimmed and washed
1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
4 cups vegetable stock
2 large leeks, white and light parts only, cleaned and sliced
1 carrot, cleaned and diced
2 1/2 cups milk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Dandelion buds and/or flower petals for garnish
1. If using more mature or very bitter tasting greens, blanch them in a pot of boiling salted water, then drain and squeeze out the excess water, chop and set aside.
2. Heat butter or oil in a large pot over medium high heat, add greens, carrot and leeks and cook, stirring often, for 15 minutes.
3. Add stock and simmer for about 15 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and whisk in milk, cook stirring frequently, until slightly thickened.
4. Puree mix in a tightly-covered blender until smooth, taking care with the hot liquid. Season with salt and pepper, and add Dijon if you like.
5. Serve in bowls and garnish with flowers or buds
Huggs,
Judith in Bama
God is not mad at you, no matter what!
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May our roots always run deep and may our branches keep stretching to the sun
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Recipes
Posted by: “SAHM35
Bachelors Flamin’ Hot Mexican Bean Dip
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
1 (11 ounce) can chopped jalapeno peppers
1 (15 ounce) can black beans with green chilies, drained
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
1 (15 ounce) jar nacho cheese dip
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and
garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour in the
jalapenos, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies and cheese dip. Heat
through, stirring to blend as needed. Serve hot.
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Tasty Tossed Salad
2 C. torn iceberg lettuce
1 C. fresh cauliflowerets
1 C. fresh broccoli florets
1 C. shredded carrots
1/3 C. chopped red onion
6 bacon strips cooked and crumbled
1 C. shredded Cheddar cheese
Dressing:
3/4 C. mayonnaise
3 T. sugar
3 T. lemon juice
In a large salad bowl combine the lettuce, cauliflower, broccoli, carrots,
onions and bacon. Top with cheese.
Combine the mayonnaise, sugar and lemon juice. Pour over lettuce mixture and
toss to coat.
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Chile Garlic BBQ Salmon
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 6
“Whole salmon gets a spicy Asian treatment, with soy sauce, ginger, hot
chili sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Bundled up in foil and cooked on the
grill, it’s perfect for summer-time get togethers.”
Ingredients:
3 pounds whole salmon, cleaned
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon chile sauce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger root
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 lime, juiced
1 lime, zested
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 green onions, chopped
Directions:
1. Prepare outdoor grill for high heat.
2. Trim the tail and fins off of the salmon. Make several shallow cuts
across the salmon’s skin. Place salmon on 3 large, slightly overlapping sheets of
aluminum foil.
3. In a bowl, stir together soy sauce, chile sauce, ginger, and garlic. Mix
in lime juice, lime zest, and brown sugar. Spoon sauce over the salmon.
4. Fold the foil over the salmon, and crimp the edges to seal.
5. If using hot coals, move them to one side of the grill. Place the fish on
the side of the grill that does not have coals directly underneath it, and
close the lid. If using a gas grill, place the fish on one side, and turn off
the flames directly underneath it; close the lid. Cook for 25 to 30 minutes.
Remove to a serving platter, and pour any juices that may have collected in
the foil over the top of the fish. Sprinkle with green onions.
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Stovetop Pot Roast
3 pound chuck roast — (3 to 4)
2 cloves garlic, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, cut in 1/2” slices
2 medium turnips, peeled and cut in chunks
3 rib celery, cut 1/2” slices
4 cups water
2 beef bouillon cubes
4 medium potatoes, peeled, quartered
1 pound carrots, cut in chunks
1/2 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1/2 pound fresh sliced mushrooms
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
Cut slits in roast; insert garlic slivers into the slits.
In a large deep skillet, brown roast on all sides in oil. Remove roast. Add
onion, celery and turnips to skillet. Place roast over vegetables; add water
and bouillon cubes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hrs.
Add the potatoes, carrots and green beans; cover and cook for 45 minutes.
Add mushrooms; cover and cook 15 minutes longer or until meat and vegetables
are tender. Remove to a serving serving platter and keep warm. Skim fat from
pan juices. Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into pan
juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Season with salt and
pepper. Slice roast; serve with vegetables and gravy.
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Fresh Raspberry Pie
2 C. all purpose flour
1 T. sugar
1/2 t. salt
3/4 C. shortening
1 egg beaten
1 T. cold water
1 T. white vinegar
Filling:
1 1/3 C. sugar
2 T. quick cooking tapioca
2 T. cornstarch
5 C. fresh or frozen unsweetened raspberries
1 T. butter
Topping:
1 T. milk
1 T. sugar
In a large bowl combine the flour, sugar and salt, cut in shortening until
mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine the egg, water and vinegar; stir into
flour mixture just until moistened. Divide dough in half so that one ball is
slightly larger than the other, wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for
30 minutes or until easy to handle. Meanwhile in another large bowl combine
the sugar, tapioca, cornstarch and raspeberries, let stand for 15 minutes.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out larger ball of dough to fit a 9” pie
plate. Transfer dough to pie plate, trim even with edge. Add raspberry
filling; dot with butter.
Roll out remaining dough to fit top of pie; place over filling. Trim, seal
and flute edges. Cut slits in top. Brush with milk; sprinkle with sugar. Bake
at 350 for 50-55 minutes or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly.
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Easy Slow Cooker Meatballs
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 8 Hours
Ready In: 8 Hours 20 Minutes
Servings: 16
“Serve these slow cooked meatballs with your favorite pasta.”
Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 1/4 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 egg, beaten
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (16 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree
Directions:
1. In a bowl, mix the ground beef, bread crumbs, parsley, garlic, onion, and
egg. Shape the mixture into 16 meatballs.
2. In a slow cooker, mix the spaghetti sauce, crushed tomatoes, and tomato
puree. Place the meatballs into the sauce mixture. Cook on Low for 6 to 8
hours.
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Vinegar Pie
1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked
1/4 cup sifted all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
1 cup water
3 egg yolks
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon lemon extract
3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
3 egg whites
6 tablespoons white sugar
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
Mix the flour with 1/2 cup of sugar. Add the water gradually and cook on top
of a double boiler for 15 minutes, stirring constantly, or until thickened.
Combine the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar with the yolks and salt and mix well
with a whisk until the sugar is dissolved. Add the hot flour mixture to the
yolk mixture gradually, mixing all the time. Return to the double boiler and
cook for about 3 minutes more or until the mixture is thick and smooth.
Add the butter, extract, and vinegar. Mix well and remove from heat. Place a
piece of plastic on top of this custard.
Meanwhile, beat the egg whites until foamy and gradually add the 6
tablespoons sugar. Beat until a stiff, glossy peak is achieved.
Pour the custard filling into the prebaked shell ( the custard should still
be hot, if not, heat up a again before adding to shell). Top with the
meringue. Spread the meringue all over the top of the pie, sealing to the edges of
the crust. Place into the oven and bake until the meringue is a nice nut
brown, about 15 minutes. Traditionally, this pie is served hot.
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