Monday, June 8, 2015
Sunday, June 7, 2015
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Strawberry Season is here!!! and I wanted to 'help' you think more about this delicious fruit...covering them with chocolate is such an extraordinary summertime treat!!!
I just kinda did my own thing, and then saw this recipe at The Southern Lady Cooks so figured I should share measurements with you all.
These are scrumptious FLORIDA strawberries we enjoyed this winter!
They are hard to beat for sure!!!
I just kinda did my own thing, and then saw this recipe at The Southern Lady Cooks so figured I should share measurements with you all.
These are scrumptious FLORIDA strawberries we enjoyed this winter!
They are hard to beat for sure!!!
CHOCOLATE COVERED STRAWBERRIES
1 c. chocolate chips (any kind you prefer)
1 Tb. shortening (NOT butter)
about 15 lg. berries, washed and dried
Combine the chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave safe bowl, preferably a small low glass dish. Microwave for about 2 minutes on high...in 30 second increments, stirring after each time. (You can heat over medium on stovetop if preferred). Dip strawberries in chocolate and place on plastic wrap or waxed paper. I held onto the strawberries by the green tops, but you can use a toothpick through the top if you feel more secure about doing it that way. Let chocolate harden on the berries. Refrigerate if you want. Melt white chocolate chips and drizzle over the chocolate. You can use sprinkles or nuts to top them off. This recipe makes enough to cover about 15 strawberries depending on their size.
Friday, June 5, 2015
Skinny Raspberry Banana Shake & Weekend Potluck #173
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I love chillin' in the summertime with something quick from the blender....this shake is soo delicious. You'll never know it's 'skinny' either! Use strawberries if you prefer.
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50 Recipes for Summer by Five Heart Home
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Tuesday, June 2, 2015
Creamy Crockpot Macaroni & Cheese
A dear Tennessee friend, Betty, shared this recipe with me when we stopped to visit them last year on our way home from Florida....so...I've had this recipe for some time.
Betty is a great cook. She said a lady from her church makes this for every ladies Bible study time, and so I knew it would be good, I just kept forgetting about it and knew I needed a 'crowd' to feed it to.
When the 4 little Fergusons came by a few weeks ago, I decided it was TIME.
I read quite a few crockpot recipes prior to making this one. A recurring thing that was mentioned was having eggs in the mac n cheese...that it could sort of 'curdle'.
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So I was sure to beat the eggs well and remove that little white 'speck' in every egg white. I didn't think it was a problem at all.
Because I do like really CREAMY mac n cheese, I added some Velveeta. All in all, this was a delicious recipe and one I will keep to make again.
Hope you'll try it soon. You could possibly add some dry ranch dressing, maybe top it with some bacon...make it your own if you want to 'dress it up'...but we loved it just like this.
CREAMY CROCKPOT MACARONI & CHEESE
1 (8 ozs) box macaroni (cooked el dente, drained)
3 c. sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
2 ounces Velveeta, diced, optional
1 lg (12 ozs) can evaporated milk
2 c. whole milk
1/4 c. melted butter
2 large eggs, beaten well
1/2 tsp. fresh ground black pepper
1 tsp. salt (or less)
Grease 3.5 qt. crockpot. In large bowl, combine all ingredients, (using 2 c. cheddar cheese); mix well. Pour into prepared crock. Cook on low for 2-1/2 - 3-1/2 hours. Because I was home, I stirred it about every hour, but you don't have to. About 40 minutes before time is up, sprinkle remaining 1 cup of cheese over the top and let it melt.
Betty's note: If serving more than 6 - 8 people, you might want to double the recipe; may need to add more cooking time.
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Sunday, May 31, 2015
Magic Custard Cake
I have been intrigued with Magic Custard Cake recipes around the net, and was so tickled with the results when I finally tried it for myself.
It really IS Magic!
The batter is pretty soupy...pour it into the pan and it bakes up a magic layer of custard in the middle!!
I don't know how in the world it works, I just know it does.
The first time I made this, I shared with a sis-in-love and hubby. She's a great cook and wanted that recipe...PRONTO!!
Do hope you'll try it soon. I can't wait to make it again and impress others as well. And I want to make the CHOCOLATE version next!
I found the recipe here at Hugs & Cookies XOXO..be sure to stop by and check out her awesome photos! (sooo much nicer than mine!)
MAGIC CUSTARD CAKE
2 c. milk, lukewarm
4 eggs, separated, room temp
4 eggs, separated, room temp
1 tsp. vanilla extract
3/4 c. sugar
(I used half xylitol, half sugar)
8 Tb. butter, melted (1 stick)
3/4 c. all purpose flour
powdered sugar for dusting cake
Preheat oven to 325. Grease, then line 8" X 8" baking pan with parchment paper.
Heat milk, just to room temperature; set aside.
In large glass bowl, beat egg whites until stiff; set aside.
In large bowl, beat egg yolks and sugar until light and fluffy. Add cooled butter and vanilla. Beat for 2 minutes. Add flour and blend until smooth.
Slowly add milk to sugar mixture and beat until well blended. Add egg whites, about 1/3 at a time and gently fold in, using a spatula (I used a whisk lightly), repeat until egg whites are folded in.
Pour batter into prepared pan. (Mixture will be very thin). Bake about 60 minutes or until top is lightly browned. Cool to room temp; dust with powdered sugar before serving.
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Friday, May 29, 2015
Wendy's Copycat Berry Almond Salad & Weekend Potluck #172
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Thursday, May 28, 2015
Leader Enterprise - Memorial Day - May 20, 2015
You may have seen this photo of a cake I made a few years ago. I love the ease of a simple design. A pretzel rod makes a sturdy flagpole while jelly beans fill in as the waving flag.The USA is made with frosting from a tube.
Along with Mother's Day, May brings Memorial Day - the time when we remember those who have sacrificed for our freedom.
We cannot say thank you enough. I've previously shared some of these ideas to honor vets, but believe patriotism cannot be overstated, so am choosing to share again. Please show support for our veterans, past and present, by attending the ceremonies that take place that day.
My husband served 3 tours as a Marine in Vietnam, and is now 100% disabled because of exposure to Agent Orange. He’s the most patriotic person I know. He would choose to serve all over again if he had that choice. What a thrill it is for me when someone shakes his hand and thanks him for his service. Having been a proud military wife for 16 of his 20 years of military service, I take those thank you’s very seriously myself.
A positive change in our country since I was young, is the respect our troops now receive. When troops came home from Vietnam, they were booed and often spit upon. Now it isn’t uncommon to see the troops being applauded. What a wonderful and needed change.
Here are a few simple ways to show your appreciation to anyone who is currently serving, or has served, in the armed forces of the United States of America.
• Simply say Thank You–Throw in a handshake or a pat on the back too. It goes a long way and means so much. Even if you don’t know a vet, contact the nearest VA hospital or clinic. There’s surely many there would who appreciate being told thank you.
• Pay for their lunch - if you see a serviceman or woman in an eatery, offer to pay for their lunch. It’s an awesome way to express your thanks. Your cost will be much less than what they are paying for with their lives.
• Fly a flag - having “Old Glory” flying on your property is a great way to show respect and pride for our country and our vets. If you don't have a flagpole, you can purchase small brackets that easily fit on the side of your home.
• Send a cup of joe to a ‘joe’- check out http://www.greenbeanscoffee.com/. For $2 you can send a cup of coffee to a service person overseas. An added bonus is that oftentimes, you’ll receive a thank you from the recipient. I still enjoy a thrill every time I participate in this program and receive thank you’s in return. I participate in this program regularly throughout the year. I had a friend stationed in Afghanistan and was able to buy a coffee card and send it directly to her, online, and we 'shared' coffee every day! How awesome is that?
• Donate- Give a little money or time to a veteran’s group. It’s a tough time financially for everyone right now, but if you could see what my husband and I see when we visit VA hospitals, it would just tear your heart apart. At the very least, drop off a note of thanks at any local vets organization and they will make sure it gets to the right person (Or write several).
• Never Forget-One of the greatest things we can do is to make the most out of the opportunities we’ve been given. Our freedoms have been given to us by the sacrifice of so many, and we must not take ever that for granted.
A veteran is someone who at one point in their life, wrote a blank check payable to the United States of America for an amount up to and including their life. Regardless of personal political views, that is an honor and there are too many people in this country who no longer remember that fact.
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