Peanut Butter Quick Bread

I know there are some folks who are allergic to peanuts.

I'm SO thankful I'm not one of those people because I truly truly love me some peanut butter!

I knew when I first saw this recipe at Mandy's Recipe Box I would HAVE to make it...and enjoy every tasty bite too...and indeed I did!  

I love giving quick breads for the holidays and think this would make a great gift...

as long as they're not allergic to peanuts.

(Well you just might have to take it back home and enjoy it yourself then huh?) 

The only change I made was to substitute some white whole wheat for part of the flour. My revisions are listed below.  Feel free to use all purpose flour for

the full amount if you want. 

Mandy entered this recipe in a Smart Balance contest,using Smart Balance peanut butter.   Good luck Mandy!
We can testify to it's yummy goodness. 

PEANUT BUTTER QUICK BREAD 

1 c. brown sugar

1/2 c. creamy peanut butter

1 egg

1/2 tsp. maple flavoring, optional

1 c. all purpose flour

3/4 c. white whole wheat flour 

1 tsp. baking soda

1/2 tsp. salt

1 c. buttermilk 

Preheat oven to 350. Grease 9" loaf pan. 

In large bowl, cream together brown sugar and peanut butter.  Add egg and flavoring. In medium bowl, combine flour(s), soda and salt. Alternately add buttermilk and flour mixture; blend until smooth. 

 Bake 45 - 50 minutes until tests done in the middle. Remove from pan to cool on wire rack. Cool before slicing. 

(I like to wrap my quick breads in foil when they come out of the pan to keep them moist.) 

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Cranberry Apple Salad

I know most everyone has their favorite cranberry salad for the holidays, but this is one of mine and I wanted to share it. I've been making this one for many years.

It's simple and can easily be cut in half for a smaller family. 

I love the crunch of the apples, the creaminess of the mayo and the ease of making it. 

A great addition to a holiday meal to serve alongside ham or turkey. 

You can thank me later...

CRANBERRY APPLE SALAD

2 cans (1# each) whole cranberry sauce

2 c. boiling water

1 - 6 ozs. pkg. strawberry jello

(could use raspberry or cherry also) 

2 Tb. lemon juice

(I think this helps keeps the apples from turning brown)

1/2 tsp. salt, optional

1 c. mayonnaise

2 c. diced apples

1/2 c. chopped nuts 

(we prefer pecans over anything else)

Place cranberry sauce in saucepan on stovetop; melt over medium heat, being sure to stir.  Drain; reserving liquid & berries. Mix together cranberry liquid, boiling water & jello; stir until jello is dissolved.  Add lemon juice & salt. Chill until mixture mounds slightly on a spoon.  Add mayonnaise (a whisk works great for this step); beat until smooth.  Fold in cranberries, apples & nuts.  Pour into 2 qt. mold or dish. Chill overnight.  

Yield: 10 - 12 servings.

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A THANK YOU FROM .......

Have I got something special for you!!!  I've been wanting to do something 'more' to say THANK YOU to all of my fans for your support & encouragement, and Facebook likes!  Here it is......

My daughter, Deb, and I, are always talking about ways to do things faster and better - and when it comes to fixing meals and desserts, we get pretty excited.

So we decided to put together a little e-cookbook (truly...this is a 'taste' of more to come in the new year=) containing several recipes using canned or frozen biscuits, rolls, or dough.  We each really enjoy using them in recipes, and have both savory and sweet options to make any night special!

Just click the link below to get your *Free* PDF copy to download and print.  Let me know what you think about the recipes when you try them.  We'd love to know how much YOU love them, too!

Delicious, Easy Recipes Using Canned Biscuits

                                                                            

{Crockpot} Reuben Dip

                                                                 

This is such an easy and delicious appetizer, or meal if you decide. 

Throw it all in the crockpot and go about your business while it warms. 

If you like reuben sandwiches, this is just the ticket for you! 

AND ONLY FIVE SIMPLE INGREDIENTS!!! 

This makes an awesome snack for any upcoming holiday parties. 
(I first tasted this at one last year.)

CROCKPOT REUBEN DIP 

1 c. sauerkraut, rinsed and drained

1 (8 ozs) cream cheese, cut into chunks

1 pkg. (6 ozs) shredded swiss cheese

2 - (3 ozs) thin sliced corned beef , diced

2 Tb. (or more) thousand island dressing 

Spray a 2-1/2 qt. crockpot with cooking spray. Place sauerkraut in the bottom, then add everything else and give it a stir.  Cover and heat on low for about 2 hours until cheeses are melted, stirring occasionally to blend all ingredients.

Serve warm with crackers or cocktail rye bread. 

I toasted some rye/pumpernickel swirl bread. 

                                                                     

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Full Plate Thursday
Whacha Crockin Wednesday
Meal Plan Monday
Gooseberry Patch Game Day Roundup

Payday Cookies & Weekend Potluck #41

WELCOME TO WEEKEND POTLUCK! 

AND...

Where I share something worth sharing again...

These yummy Payday cookies use your leftover candy corn in them.  They're not only delicious - they're cute too! 

(click on link below)

Payday Cookies

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Crockpot Tavern Sandwich by Sugar Cookies to Peterbilts

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Smothered Ranch Chicken by I Thee Cook

Cowboy Casserole by Crafty Home Improvement (Mis)Adventures

And, a personal favorite ~

Caramel Apple Cobbler by Julie's Eats & Treats 

Your hostesses ~

• The Better Baker ~ Marsha
• Sunflower Supper Club ~ Kim & Julie
• Life As a Lofthouse ~ Holly
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