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TableofContentsAboutFix-ItandEnjoy-ItCookbook

AppetizersandSnacks

BreakfastandBrunchDishes

Breads

Soups,Stews,andChilis

MainDishes

Beef

Pork

Lamb

Chicken

Turkey

Seafood

MeatlessMainDishes

PastasandPizzas

Grilling

Vegetables

Salads

Desserts

Crisps,Cobblers,andPuddings

CookiesandBars

Cakes

Manteshwer

Typewritten Text

Ahashare.com

Pies

Snacks,Candies,andBeverages

ExtraInformation

IndexofRecipes

AbouttheAuthor

AboutFix-ItandEnjoy-ItCookbookIfIcancook,youcan,too.

Letmebehonest.

Mymothertriedtoteachme,blessherpersistentheart.ButshehadtomakethekitchenmoreenticingthanthebooksIwasalwaystryingtosneakoffandread,andIcouldn’tbepersuaded.Ihaveaboxfullofunstainedrecipecards—writteninherhandandmine—toproveit.

IcanstillbringbackthepanicthatflashedthroughmewhenIsuddenlyhadtomakeagrocerylist.MerleandIweremarriedfortwoweeksandweresettlingintoourgrad-schoolhousinginNewYork.Merlehadvolunteeredtodothecleaning.IsaidI’dcook.MerlehadfarmoreexperienceinthekitchenthanIdid.Hehadbeenunabletoduckthedutyasoneofsevensons(nodaughters!),eachofwhomhadtotakehisturnhelpingtheirmotherwithseriousfoodpreparation.

Iwasblithelynaïve.I’velearnedsincethatMerlewasearnestlyhopeful.Yousee,inthemasculineworldofhisupbringing,boysworkedinthekitchenonlywhentherewasabsolutelynoalternative.

Myroommatehadgivenusacookbookforaweddinggift.Andsomehow,Ihadbroughtmymother’sfavoritecommunitycookbookalongtoourfirsthome.Thosetwobooks,andthetrustyboxofrecipecardsmymotherhadhelpedmetofill,musthavebeenthesourceofmyconfidencewhenIagreedtocook.

WhenIreadthecommunitycookbook,butstillcouldn’tfigureouthowtocookachickentogetchickenbroth,IrealizedIneededaverybasiccookbook.AndsoIbeganreadingcookbooksthatspelledouteverystep.Itriedstuff.Merleateandcheeredmeon.

Infact,hestartedsuggestingthatweinviteourvisitingfamilyandfriendstostayformeals.(ItdidtakemeawhiletofigureoutthatIdidn’tneedtowaituntilourguestshadarrivedtostartpreparingthefood.Ivividlyrememberchoppingonionsformyonereliablecasseroleinfullviewofourvisitors—andonlythenrealizingthatIcouldhavedonethatbeforetheycameandsavedmyselfthepressureofobservers.)

Sohere’swhatI’vefiguredoutsinceIstartedcooking:

1.Goodcookbooksaregodsends.

Carefullyenumeratedstepscangetyouthrough.(Thesebookscanalsobeentertainment.Today,readingrecipesandimaginingtheiroutcomesrelaxesme.)

2.Sometimesyoufeellikecooking;sometimesyoudon’t.Buteverybodyalwaysfeelslikeeating.Orsoitseems.

WhenIgainedenoughconfidencetobelievethatMerleandIwouldn’tstarvewithmeinchargeofmeal-making,Istartedtolikeit.Infact,cookingbecameagreatrelieffromgrad-schoolreadingassignments.Nowit’sagoodfoiltonumbingcomputerscreens.

Sometimescookingisarealburden.Mymother-in-lawonceconfessedtomethatshewassickandtiredofcooking.Iwasshocked.Sheputamazingmealsonthetablewithoutawhimperorasigh.Thensheremindedmethatshehadmadethreefullmealsadayforherfarmerhusband,sevensons,andahiredmanforagoodchunkofherlife.Includingbakingdinnerrolls,doughnuts,andpies,makingfrom-scratchgravyandpotatoesadozendifferentways,andservingupsaladsandamultitudeoffreshvegetablespulledfromherowngarden.Nowonderthewomanwastiredofcooking.ButIwasinadifferentlifephase.Iwasstillwide-eyedwithwonderthatMerlelikedwhatIwastrying,everyotherdayorsoanewrecipe.

3.Whatwouldwedowithoutthegreatpracticeofpass-it-onrecipes?

Iamutterlygratefulforgoodcookswhohappilysharetheirrecipesandhard-wonwisdom.Sometimestheydoitinthekitchen—I’mforeverindebtedtomymotherwhotried,andthensenthertypeduprecipesalongwithmeintolife,knowingthatIwouldsomedaycometomysenses.(AndsheneversaidI-told-you-sowhenIcalledherwithadumbcookingquestion.)

Thisbookisfullofpass-it-onrecipes.Istartedthesortingprocesswithmorethan3,000recipes,andspentmonthsselectingthemorethan675youfindhere.

Thankyoutoallthecookswhosharedtheirfamilyfavorites.Wenamethemalongsidetheirrecipesinhonoroftheirgooddishes,butalsotheirgenerousspirits.

4.Whenyou’resqueezedfortime—

Lookatthreeelementsbeforeyouripintooneoftheserecipes:

1.)ThePrepandCooking/BakingTimes,justabovethelistofingredientsforeachrecipe.They’llgiveyouaprettyaccuratesenseofhowlongeachrecipewilltaketoprepare.

2.)Thelengthofthelistofingredients.Ifthat’sshort,goodchancetherecipe’saquickietoputtogether.

3.)Thenumberofstepsintheprocedure.Again,ifthat’sbrief,therecipelikelywon’ttakealotofyourtimetofix.

5.Ifyoudon’tknowhoworwheretostart—

1.)Chooseacoupleofrecipes,eachwithashortlistofingredientsandonlyafewstepsintheirprocedures.Gowiththoserecipesmadefrompackagedandpreparedingredients.Notabadwaytostart.

2.)Doyouhavetheingredientsthoserecipescallfor?Ifnot,canyoueasilyfindtheminyourgrocerystore?

3.)Canyoudowhattherecipesask,anddoyouhavetheequipmenttheyrequire?

4.)Dotheysoundgood?

5.)Takeachance.Itwillbehardtofailwithanyofthese,exceptforsomeofthebreadrecipeswhicharegearedtomoreexperiencedcooks.

6.Ifyoulovetocook—Youknowwhattodo!You’llspotthefrom-scratchrecipes.Thisisacollectionofrealtreasures.Andyourfamilyandfriendswillbeverypleased.

Mayyouenjoythisgood,everydayfoodfromsomeofthebestcooksinthecountry—asyouprepareit,andwhenyoueatit!

—PhyllisPellmanGood

HotVirginiaDipSueSuter

Millersville,PA

Makes4cups

PrepTime:20-30minutes

BakingTime:20-25minutes

1cupchoppedpecans

2Tbsp.butter

28-oz.pkgs.creamcheese,softened

4Tbsp.milk

5ozs.driedbeef,chopped

1tsp.garlicpowder

1cupsourcream

4tsp.choppedonion

1.Inskillet,sautépecansinbutter.Setaside.

2.Combineremainingingredients.Spreadingreasedbakingdish.

3.Sprinklesautéedpecansovertop.

4.Bakeat350°for20-25minutes.

HamDipJohnD.Allen

Rye,CO

Makes4cups,or8-10servings

PrepTime:15minutes

ChillingTime:8hours,orovernight

8ozs.finelychoppedcookedham

1½cupsmayonnaise

1⅓cupssourcream

2Tbsp.choppedonion

2Tbsp.choppedfreshparsley

2tsp.dillseed

2tsp.BeauMondeSeasoning

1.Combineallingredientsthoroughly.

2.Refrigeratefor8hours.

3.Servewithcrackers,chips,orcocktailryebread.

SausageBeanDipSherlynHess

Millersville,PA

Makes6cups,orabout12appetizer-sizedservings

PrepTime:30minutes

CookingTime:15minutesonstove-top,or3hoursinslowcooker

½lb.bulksausage

½lb.hotsausage,squeezedoutofcasing

⅔cupchoppedonions

216-oz.cansB&Bbeans

1cupbarbecuesauce

3Tbsp.brownsugar

1.Brownsausageandonionsinskillet.Drain.

2.Combineallingredientsinfoodprocessororblender.Blenduntilsmooth.

3.Heatinslowcookerfor3hoursonlow,orinasaucepanonthestovefor15minutes.

4.Servewarmwithcrackers,nachos,ortortillachips.AppetizersandSnacks

BakedClamDipBarbaraLukan

Ridgewood,NewYork

Makes1cup

PrepTime:5-8minutes

BakingTime:30minutes

6.5-oz.canmincedclams

¼cupbreadcrumbs

1tsp.garlicpowder

1tsp.parsley

⅛tsp.driedoregano

⅛tsp.salt

1tsp.choppedonion

2Tbsp.oil

Parmesancheese

crackers

1.CombineallbutParmesancheeseandcrackers.Pourintosmallgreasedbakingdish.Sprinklewithcheese.


3.Servewithcrackers.

ATip—

Keepspatulas,wirewhisks,woodenspoons,etc.nearthestove,withinarms’reach.

DillyCrabDipJoyceMShackelford

GreenBay,Wisconsin

Makes1½cups

PrepTime:30minutes

ChillingTime:2-8hours

½cupmayonnaiseorsaladdressing

½cupsourcream

1cupflakedcrabmeat,divided

1tsp.drieddillweed

2tsp.finelychoppedonionorscallion

½tsp.finelyshreddedlimepeel

1tsp.limejuice

dashofbottledhotpeppersauce

dashgroundredpepper,optional

saltandpeppertotaste

1.Stirtogethermayonnaise,sourcream,⅔cupcrabmeat,dillweed,onion,limepeel,limejuice,hotpeppersauce,andredpepper.Seasonwithsaltandpeppertotaste.

2.Refrigeratefor2hours,orovernight.

3.Justbeforeserving,sprinklewithreservedcrabmeat.

4.Servewithwarmorchilledartichokesorcrackers.

Tip:Cannedorfrozencrabmeatmaybeused.

CheeseandShrimpStrudelD.FernRuth,Chalfont,PA

Makes16-18slices

PrepTime:20minutes


CookingTime:20minutes

halfa17.25-oz.pkg.(1sheet)frozenpuffpastry,thawed

1½cups(6ozs.)shreddedSwisscheese

½cupsourcream

¼cupthinlyslicedgreenonion

1cup(4ozs.)cookedshrimp,chopped,or4.5-oz.canshrimp,rinsed,drained,andchopped

1egg,beaten

1.Onalightlyflouredsurface,rollthethawedpuffpastrytoa10x18rectangle.

2.Placerectangleofpastryonlightlygreased,largebakingsheet.

3.Inamedium-sizedbowl,stirtogethercheese,sourcream,onion,shrimp,andhalfthebeatenegg(about2Tbsp.).

4.Spreadthemixturelengthwisedownhalfoftherectangle.Brushedgesofpastry(usingpastrybrush)withsomeoftheremainingbeatenegg.

5.Carefullyfolddoughoverthefillingandsealedgeswiththetinesofafork.Brushtopandsidesofstrudelwithremainingegg.

6.Bakeat400°for20-25minutes,oruntilgolden.

7.Removefromovenandcool20minutesbeforeslicing.

8.Withaverysharpknife,sliceslightlyonthediagonal.

Tip:Youcanalsomakethiswithcrabmeat,oracombinationofshrimpandcrab.

Thisispartofourlateeveningmealofoysterstewandvariedappetizersanddessertsatourfamilyhomestead,followingChristmasEveservicesatchurch.

SalmonSpreadErmaBrubaker

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes1½cups,or6-8servings

PrepTime:5minutes

26-oz.canssalmon(withoutbonesorblackskin)

8ozs.lightcreamcheese

1Tbsp.driedonion

1Tbsp.lighthickorysmoke

1Tbsp.Worcestershiresauce

1Tbsp.lemonjuice

1Tbsp.horseradish

1.Inmixingbowl,mixtogethersalmon,creamcheese,onion,hickorysmoke,Worcestershiresauce,lemonjuice,andhorseradish.

2.Beattogetherfor2minutesoruntilsmooth.

3.Servewithyourfavoritecrackers.

RaspberryBeanDipNancyWagnerGraves

Manhattan,KS

Makes2½cups

PrepTime:5minutes


15.5-oz.canblackbeans,drained

8ozs.creamcheese,slicedthin

1smallredonion,chopped

½jar(15.75-oz.size)RoastedRaspberryChipotlesauce*

8ozs.MontereyJackcheese,shredded

1.In9x9greasedbakingdish,layeringredientsinordergivenabove.

2.Bakeat325°for20-30minutes,oruntilbubbly.

*Lookforthisinthehotsauceandsteaksauceaisleofthegrocerystore.Ifyoucan’tfindthissauce(madebyBroncoBob’s),lookforRaspberryChipotleGrillingSauce(byHarry&David),orforraspberrysalsa.

TexasCaviarReitaF.Yoder

Carlsbad,NM

Makesabout8cups,orabout20appetizer-sizedservings

PrepTime:20minutes

CookingTime:Overnight

215-oz.cansblack-eyedpeas,drained

15-oz.canwhitehominy,drained

1mediumonion,chopped

2jalapeños,minced

2clovesgarlic,minced

½tsp.blackpepper

¼cupmincedparsley

1largetomato,chopped

8-oz.bottleItaliansaladdressing

1.Combineallingredientsandrefrigerateovernight.

2.Drainbeforeserving.

3.Servewithcornchips.

BleuCheeseCheesecakeShariJensen,Fountain,CO

Makes12servings

PrepTime:10minutes



28-oz.pkgs.creamcheese,atroomtemperature

8ozs.bleucheese,crumbled,atroomtemperature

2cupssourcream,divided

3largeeggs

2Tbsp.driedparsley

2Tbsp.driedonionflakes

1tsp.garlicsalt

¼tsp.whitepepper

avarietyofcrackersand/orslicedFrenchbread

1.Inalargemixingbowl,creamtogetherthecheeses.

2.Whenthoroughlycreamed,add⅔cupsourcream,eggs,parsley,onionflakes,garlicsalt,andpepper.Beatwell.

3.Pourinto9”springformpan.Bakeat300°for40-45minutes,untilatoothpickinsertedincentercomesoutclean.

4.Removefromoven.Coolonrack5minutes.

5.Carefullyspreadremainingsourcreamontopofcheesecaketowithin½”ofedge.

6.Returntoovenandbake8minuteslonger.Don’tletthesourcreamtoppingbrown.

7.Removefromoven.Coolcompletelywithoutremovingfrompan.Coverwithplasticwrapandchillinrefrigeratorfor3-24hours.

8.Removefromrefrigerator.Openthespringformpan,usingaknifetosliparoundtheedgeofthepantoloosenifnecessary.

9.Placeonplatter.Surroundwithavarietyofcrackersand/orslicesofFrenchbread.

Tips:

1Youcanservethisslicedinto12wedgesforafirstcourse,alongwithatossedgreensalad.Orserveitonaplatterwithaknifeforspreadingthecrackers.

2.Don’tworryifthetopcracksafterbaking.Itwillbecoveredwithsourcream.

3.Meltdownleftoversandthinwithabitofmilk.Useitasatoppingforbakedpotatoes,steaks,orveggies.

4.Thebakedcheesecakefreezeswell.Cutitintoquarters.Placethequartersonacookiesheet.Freeze.Removefromfreezer,wrapeachquarterinplasticwrapwhilefrozenandtheninfreezerwrap.Youcankeepitinthefreezerforupto6weeks.

HotCheeseDipReneeD.Groff

Manheim,PA

Makesabout7cups,or10-12servings

PrepTime:10minutes


2cupsshreddedmozzarellacheese

2cupsshreddedcheddarcheese

2cupsmayonnaise

1medium-sizedonion,chopped

4-oz.canchoppedgreenchilies,drained

1½ozs.slicedpepperoni

½cupslicedblackolives

1.Combinecheeses,mayonnaise,onion,andgreenchilies.

2.Pourintogreased8x12bakingdishor9”or10”piepan.

3.Topwithpepperoniandblackolives.

4.Bakeat325°for25minutes.

5.Servewarmwithcrackersand/orcornchips.

SpinachDipKarenStoltzfus

Alto,MI

Makes4½cups


1envelopedryvegetablesoupmix

8ozs.sourcream

1cupmayonnaise

10-oz.pkg.frozenchoppedspinach,thawedandsqueezeddry

8-oz.canwaterchestnuts,drainedandchopped

1.Combineallingredients.

2.Servewithcrackers.

DillWeedDipforVegetablesHannahD.Burkholder

Bridgewater,VA

Makes1¼cups

PrepTime:15minutes

⅔cupsourcream

⅔cupmayonnaise

1Tbsp.freshchoppedparsley

1Tbsp.gratedonion

1Tbsp.drieddillweed

¼tsp.drymustard

1.Mixallingredientstogether;thenrefrigerateuntilreadytoserve.

2.Servewithcut-upfreshvegetables.

Tip:Ifyouthinkofit,preparethisadayortwobeforeyouplantouseit.Theflavorsareenhancedbysometimetogether!

HealthyHummusBarbaraForresterLandis

Lititz,PA

Makes1½cups,or8servings

PrepTime:15minutes

1½cupsdrainedcannedGreatNorthernbeans

¼redonion,chopped

1tsp.freshmincedgarlic

1tsp.freshrosemary,finelychopped

1tsp.Koshersalt,ortotaste

1tsp.blackpepper,ortotaste

½cupextra-virginoliveoil

1.Inafoodprocessor,pureebeansuntiltheyarehalfwaybetweenchunkyandsmooth.

2.Addonion,garlic,rosemary,salt,andpepper.

3.Pureewhiledrizzlinginoliveoil.

4.Addmoreorlessoliveoil,salt,andpeppertotaste.

5.Servewithcrackersorpitachips.Orspreadintortillawrapswithroastedvegetables,orwithcheeseandsalsa.

Note:Thehummusshouldbespreadable.

FreshFruitDipChristieDetamore-Hunsberger

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes1cup

PrepTime:5minutes

8ozs.sourcreamorvanillayogurt

1Tbsp.sugar

½tsp.pumpkinpiespice

¼tsp.vanilla

Combineallingredientsandchill.

ATip—

Whenyoufindarecipethatyoulove,makeanotationinthecookbookthatitisagreatrecipe.

Peanut-ButteryFreshFruitDipMaryJaneMusser

Manheim,PA

Makes3cups

PrepTime:5minutes

1cuppeanutbutter

8-oz.pkg.creamcheese,softened

1cupbrownsugar

¼cupmilk

1.Mixallingredientstogetheruntilwellblended.Chill.

2.Servewithslicedapples.

FruitDipWandaMarshall

Massillon,OH

Makes2cups


1pintsourcream

¼cupbrownsugar

12macarooncookies,crushedorbroken

1.Ifthecookiesarehard,crushwitharollingpin.Ifsofter,breakintosmallpieces.

2.Mixtogethersourcreamandbrownsugar.Ifusinghardcookies,stirinsmallpiecesandallowtostandfor5hoursorlonger.Ifusingsoftcookies,stirincookiepiecesjustbeforeserving.

3.Serveasadippingsauceforbite-sizedchunksofpineapple,cantaloupe,kiwi,andwatermelon.

CranberryAppetizerChristieDetamore-Hunsberger

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes8cups,or12-14servings



CookingTime:1hour

1cupwater

1cupsugar

8-or12-oz.pkg.freshcranberries

½cupapricotpreserves

2Tbsp.lemonjuice

⅓cuptoastedsliveredalmonds

8-oz.pkg.creamcheese

1.Insaucepanovermediumheat,bringsugarandwatertoaboilwithoutstirring.Boil5minutes.

2.Addcranberriesandcookuntiltheberriespop,about10minutes.Removefromheat.

3.Addpreserves,lemonjuice,andalmonds.Cool.

4.Placecreamcheeseblockonaservingdish.Pourcranberrymixtureovercheese.Servewithcrackers.

ZingyCheeseSpreadLoisGaeE.Kuh

Penfield,NY

Makes2cups

PrepTime:5-7minutes

10-oz.jarpineapplemarmalade

10-oz.jarapplesauce

5½-6-oz.jarwhitehorseradish

3Tbsp.drymustard

28-oz.pkgs.creamcheese

1.Combinemarmalade,applesauce,horseradish,anddrymustarduntilwellmixed.

2.Placeblocksofcheeseonaservingplate.Pourzingymixtureovercreamcheese.

3.Refrigerateuntilreadytoserve.

4.Servewithcut-upfreshvegetablesoravarietyofsnackcrackers.

ChocolateChipCheeseBallCarolSommers

Millersburg,OH

CarisaFunk

Hillsboro,KS

Makes2cups


ChillingTime:3hours


½cupbutter(nosubstitutes),softened

¼tsp.vanillaextract

2Tbsp.brownsugar

¾cupconfectionerssugar

¾cupminiaturesemi-sweetchocolatechips

¾cupfinelychoppedpecans

grahamcrackersorgrahamcrackersticks

1.Inmixingbowl,beatthecreamcheese,butter,andvanillauntilfluffy.

2.Graduallyaddbrownsugarandconfectionerssugar,andbeatjustuntilcombined.Stirinchocolatechipsbyhand.

3.Coverandrefrigeratefor2hours.

4.Placecreamcheesemixtureonalargepieceofplasticwrap.Shapeintoaballandrefrigerateforatleast1hour.

5.Justbeforeserving,rollcheeseballinpecans.

6.Servewithgrahamcrackers.

ArtichokeAppetizerJoyceBowman

LadyLake,FL

Makes10servings

PrepTime:30minutes


14-oz.canartichokes,drained

¾cupmayonnaise(lightorregular)

¾cupParmesancheese

1tuberefrigeratedbiscuits,10-biscuitsize

1.Cutartichokesinpieces.Setaside.

2.MixmayonnaiseandParmesancheesetogether.Setaside.

3.Sniporcuteachbiscuitinthirdsandpresseachlightlyintoasquareshape.Spreadmayonnaisemixtureoneachbiscuitpiece.Topeachwithapieceofartichoke.

4.Placeonlightlygreasedbakingsheet.

5.Bakeat400°for8-10minutes.Watchcarefullysotheydon’tburn.

Note:Afterthebiscuitshavebeenbaked,youcancoolthemandthenplacetheminfreezerbagsandstoretheminthefreezeruntilyouneedthem.Toserve,heattheminthemicrowave.

Crab-StuffedMushroomsKimStoll,Abbeville,SC

Makes6servings

PrepTime:30minutes


12large,freshmushrooms

1tsp.meltedbutter

½cupcrabmeat,choppedfine

¼cupcreamcheese,atroomtemperature

½cupMontereyJackcheese,grated

dashofpepper

½tsp.garlicpowder

1.Cleanmushroomsandremovestems.

2.Mixremainingingredientstogetherinabowl.

3.Dipmushroomsinmeltedbutterandplaceeachoneinamuffintincup,bottom-sideup.

4.Fillmushroomswithcrab-cheesemixture.


Variations:

1.YoucansubstituteothercheesefortheMontereyJack,suchasColbyormozzarella.

2.Insteadofusingmushroomcaps,cutslicesofbreadintoquarters,dipinthemeltedbutter,andpushdownintotheindividualcupsinamini-muffinpan.Fillthecenterofeachbreadcupwiththecrabmixture.Bakeaccordingtodirectionsabove.

StuffedMushroomsHannahD.Burkholder

Bridgewater,VA

Makes20mushrooms,orenoughfor5servings

PrepTime:30minutes


2ozs.(about1½cups)Swisscheese,shredded

1hard-cookedegg,finelychopped

3Tbsp.finebreadcrumbs

½clovegarlic,finelychopped

½stick(4Tbsp.)butter,softened

1lb.freshmushrooms,stemsremoved

1stick(8Tbsp.)butter,melted

1.Inmixingbowl,combinecheese,egg,breadcrumbs,garlic,and½sticksoftenedbutter.Blendthoroughly.

2.Dipeachmushroomcapin1stickmeltedbutter;thenfilleachwithcheesemixture.Placeinlongbakingpan,stuffedsideup.

3.Broilfor5minutesoruntilthecapssizzle.

ATip—

Don’tputcoldwaterinahotpan.Itcancauseapantowarp.

HotBuffaloWingDipBarbaraKuhns

Millersburg,OH

Makesabout8cups

PrepTime:15minutes


28-oz.pkgs.creamcheese,atroomtemperature

8ozs.Ranchdressing

12ozs.hotwingsauce

3cupsgrilledchicken,cubed

2cupscheddarcheese,shredded

1.Combinecreamcheese,Ranchdressing,andhotwingsauce.Mixwell.

2.Addchickenandcheddarcheese.Pourintogreasedbakingdish.


4.Servewarmwithtortillachipsorcelery.

ChickenWrapsMarleneFonken,Upland,CA

Makes3cups

PrepTime:30minutes

ChillingTime:2hours

Wraps:

2largechickenbreasts

1¾cupschickenbroth

¼cupsoysauce


1lb.largeleavesoffreshspinach

Dip:

1cupsourcream

2tsp.toastedsesameseeds

½tsp.groundginger

4tsp.soysauce

2tsp.Worcestershiresauce

1.Tomakethewraps,combinechicken,broth,¼cupsoysauce,and1Tbsp.Worcestershiresauceinaskilletorsaucepan.Simmeruntilchickenisjustcooked.Coolandcutmeatintochunks.

2.Washspinach.Pourboilingwaterovertheleaves.Immediatelydrainandcool.

3.Placeachunkofchickenonstemendofspinachleaf.Rollleafover.Foldendsinand

continuetoroll.Securewithtoothpickandchill.

4.Tomakedip,mixtogetheralldipingredientsandchill.

5.Servestuffedleaveswithdip.

Tip:Totoastsesameseeds,spreadinasinglelayeronacookiesheet.Bakeat350°for15minutes.

Variation:IfyoupreferlessWorcestershiresauce,reducetheamountinthewrapsto1tsp.,andinthedipto1tsp.

PartyPinwheelsDellaYoder,Kalona,IA

Makes36pieces

Prep.Time:20-25minutes

ChillingTime:2hours

1-oz.packetOriginalHiddenValleyRanchDressingMix


2greenonions,minced

412”flourtortillas

4-oz.jardicedpimentos,drained

4-oz.candicedgreenchilies,drained

2.25-oz.candicedblackolives,drained

1.Mixtogetherranchmix,creamcheese,andgreenonions.Spreadontotortillas.

2.Sprinkleequalamountsofvegetablesovercreamcheesemixture.

3.Rolluptortillastightly.Refrigerateforatleast2hours.

4.Cuttortillasinto1”slices.Discardends.Servewithspiralsfacingup.

CrabDelightReneeD.Groff

Manheim,PA

Makes12-15servings

PrepTime:15minutes


9sliceswhitebread

7.5-oz.cancrabmeat,flaked

1smallonion,finelychopped

1cupgratedcheddarcheese

1cupmayonnaise

1tsp.dillweed

½tsp.salt

1.Cutcrustsoffbread.Cuteachsliceinto4squares,strips,ortriangles.

2.Mixcrabmeat,onion,cheese,mayonnaise,dillweed,andsalt.Spreadonbread.

3.Placespreadbreadonlightlygreasedcookiesheet.Broilseveralminutesuntilgoldenandbubbly.

Tip:ForpartiesIusecookiecutterstocreateshapestofittheoccasion.Freezingthebreadfirstmakesforeasiercutting.

FetaBruschettaLenaSheaffer

PortMatilda,PA

Makes10servings

PrepTime:15minutes


¼cupbutter,melted

¼cupoliveorvegetableoil

10slicesFrenchbread,cut1”thick

4-oz.pkg.crumbledfetacheese

2-3garliccloves,minced

1Tbsp.choppedfreshbasil,or1tsp.driedbasil

1largetomato,seededandchopped

1.Combinebutterandoil.Brushonbothsidesofbread.Placeonbakingsheet.

2.Bakeat350°for8-10minutes,oruntillightlybrowned.

3.Combinefetacheese,garlic,andbasil.Sprinkleovertoast.Topwithtomato.

4.Bake8-10minuteslonger,oruntilheatedthrough.Servewarm.

Variation:MixchoppedredpepperintoStep3,alongwithanyotherofyourfavoriteherbs.

GarlicBreadBarbaraYoder

Christiana,PA

Makes10servings



1loafunslicedItalianbread

10-12slicesofColby,cheddar,Swiss,orMontereyJackcheese

1tsp.mincedgarlic

½tsp.seasoningsalt

½tsp.lemonjuice

1½tsp.poppyseeds

¼cupbutter

1cupchoppedmushrooms,optional

1smallonionfinelychopped

1.Withaverysharpknife,cutdowndiagonallythroughtheloaf,makingslicesapproximately1”apart.Donotcutthroughthebottomoftheloaf.Thencutslitsonthediagonalintheoppositedirection,alsoabout1”apart,alsowithoutcuttingcompletelythroughthebottomoftheloaf.

2.Placeloafonlargepieceoffoil.Placeslicesofcheeseingroovesgoingtheonedirection.

3.Placeremainingingredientsinmicrowave-safebowl.Stiruntilwellmixed.Coverandmicrowaveonhighfor2minutes.

4.Spoonevenlyoverbread.

5.Wraploafinfoil,pinchingclosedsonoingredientsoozeoutwhilebaking.Placeonacookiesheettocatchanydrippings.Bakeat350°for40minutes.

HamandCheeseStickyBunsRosanneWeiler

Myerstown,PA

Makes12servings

PrepTime:10minutes


24party-sizepotatorolls

1lb.slicedSwisscheese

½lb.slicedham

1cupbutter

⅓cupbrownsugar


2Tbsp.preparedmustard

2Tbsp.poppyseeds

1.Slicerollsinhalfandplacebottomsin9x13pan.

2.Layeroncheeseandham,andtopwithrolltops.

3.Meltbutterandaddsugar,Worcestershiresauce,mustard,andpoppyseeds.Bringtoboilandletboil2minutes.

4.Immediatelypouroverrollsandbakeat350°for20minutes.

Tip:Thesecanbemadeaheadandheatedwhenreadytoserve.

WhenIservetheseasanappetizer,everyonecomesbackforseconds!

TangyHamandCheeseWrapsCherylLapp,Parkesburg,PA

Makes8appetizerservings,or4main-dishservings



8-oz.containeronionandchivecreamcheesespread

4-oz.jarapricotjam,optional

1cupshreddedcarrots

1cupMontereyJackcheese,shredded

1lb.thinlyslicedham

leaflettuce

1.Spreadtortillaswithcreamcheeseandapricotjam.

2Topwithcarrotsandshreddedcheese.

3.Layeronhamandlettuce.

4.Rollupandwrapinplasticwrap.Refrigerateforatleast30minutes.

5.Cutinhalf,orservewhole.

Tip:Youcanmaketheseupto12-14hoursaheadofyourservingtime.

Variation:Ifyoupreferlessmeat,½lb.hamworkswell.

BlueberryStreuselCornbreadJudiJanzen

Salem,OR

Makes9servings



2pkgs.corn-muffinmix

2eggs

⅔cupmilk

2Tbsp.flour

2cupsfreshblueberries

StreuselTopping:

3Tbsp.butterormargarine,softened

¾cupsugar

½cupflour

¾tsp.cinnamon

1.Mixcorn-muffinmix,eggs,milk,andflourinamedium-sizedmixingbowlfor30-60seconds,usinganelectricmixer.

2.Foldinblueberries.Pourintogreased9x9bakingdish.

3.Inasmallmixingbowl,usingapastryblender,combinestreuselingredientsuntilmixedintofinecrumbs.Spoonovercornbreadmixtureinpan.

4.Bakeat350°for45-50minutes,oruntilatoothpickstuckintothecentercomesoutclean.Servewarm.

CinnamonCoffeeCakeJaniceBurkholder

Richfield,PA

Makes16servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1cupbutterormargarine,softened

2¾cupssugar,divided

2tsp.vanilla

4eggs

3cupsflour

2tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.salt

2cups(16ozs.)sourcream

2Tbsp.cinnamon

½cupchoppedwalnuts

1.Inalargemixingbowl,creambutterand2cupssugartogetherwithamixeruntilfluffy.Blendinvanilla.

2.Addeggsoneatatime,beatingwellaftereachaddition.

3.Combineflour,bakingpowder,soda,andsaltinaseparatebowlandaddtoeggmixture,alternatingwithsourcream.

4.Spoon⅓ofthebatterintoagreased10”tubeorbundtpan.

5.Combinecinnamon,nuts,andremainingsugar.Layer⅓ofthismixtureoverbatter.Repeatlayerstwomoretimes.

6.Bakeat350°for70minutes,oruntiltoothpickinsertedincenterofcakecomesoutclean.

7.Removefrompanandcoolonawirerack.

RhubarbCoffeeCakeMaryLouMahar

Williamsfield,IL

Makes12servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1stick(½cup)butterormargarine,atroomtemperature

2cupsbrownsugar,divided

1egg

1tsp.vanilla

1cupmilk

2cupsflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

pinchofsalt

1cupmilk

2cupschoppedrhubarb

½tsp.cinnamon

1.Withanelectricmixer,creamtogetherbutterand1½cupsbrownsugar.Addeggandvanillaandmixthoroughly.

2.Inaseparatemixingbowl,stirtogetherflour,bakingsoda,andsalt.

3.Adddryingredientstocreamedingredientsalternatelywithmilk.

4.Whenwellblended,mixinrhubarbbyhand.Pourbatterintogreased9x13glassbakingpan.

5.Sprinklewith½cupreservedbrownsugarandcinnamon.


RaspberryCustardKuchenTabithaSchmidt

Baltic,OH

Makes10-12servings

PrepTime:30minutes


1½cupsflour,divided

½tsp.salt

1stick(½cup)coldbutterormargarine

2Tbsp.evaporatedmilk

⅓-½cupsugar,accordingtoyourtastepreference

3cupsfreshraspberries,or2pintsfrozenraspberries,thawedanddrained

Topping:

1cupsugar

2Tbsp.flour

2eggs,beaten

1cupevaporatedmilk

1tsp.vanilla

1.Inamedium-sizedbowl,combine1cupflourandsalt.Cutinbutterwithpastrycutteruntilcoarsecrumbsform.Stirinevaporatedmilk.

2.Patintoagreased9x13bakingpan.

3.Combinesugarandremainingflour(½cup)andsprinkleovercrust.Arrangeraspberriesovercrust.

4.Fortopping,combinesugarandflourinamixingbowl.Stirineggs,evaporatedmilk,andvanilla.Pourgentlyoverberries,beingcarefulnottoscatterthem.

5.Bakeat375°for40-45minutes,oruntillightlybrowned.Servewarmorchilled.Storeanyleftoversinrefrigerator.

Variation:Substitutewhippingcreamforevaporatedmilk.

Note:Thisisgreatforbreakfast,orservedwithicecreamforadessert.

ATip—

Don’tgethunguponexactmeasurements.Yes,theyareimportantforsomerecipes,butmostareveryforgiving.Ioftenguess,addingnewflavors,herbs,andotherseasonings.Remember,yearsagopeoplemeasuredbypinch,teacup,andladle,andtheyweregoodcooks!

PeachCobblerCoffeeCakeJeanButzer

Batavia,NY

Makes15-20servings

PrepTime:20minutes



21-oz.canpeachpiefilling

16-oz.canslicedpeaches,drainedwell

1cupbrownsugar

4cupsflour,divided

½cupdryquickoats

3sticks(1½cups)butter,softenedanddivided

1cupsugar

1¼cupssourcream

2eggs,slightlybeaten

1Tbsp.vanilla

1tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.salt

1cupconfectionerssugar

1-2Tbsp.milk

1.Inamedium-sizedmixingbowl,stirtogetherpiefillingandslicedpeaches.Setaside.

2.Inanothermixingbowl,mixtogetherbrownsugar,1cupflour,andoats.Cutin1stick(½cup)butterwithapastrycutteruntilmixtureresemblescoarsecrumbs.Setasidetouseastopping.

3.Inalargeelectricmixerbowl,beattogether2sticks(1cup)butterandsugaruntilcreamy.Addsourcream,eggs,andvanilla.Beatuntilwellmixed.

4.Reducespeedtolowandgraduallyadd3cupsflour,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,andsalt.Beatuntilwellmixed.

5.Spreadhalfthebatterintoagreased9x13deepbakingpan.Spoonpeachfillingevenlyoverbatter.Dropspoonfulsofremainingbatteroverfilling.(Donotspread.)

6.Sprinklewithtopping.Bakeat350°for60-70minutes,oruntiltoothpickcomesoutclean.

7.Cool30minutes.Meanwhile,stirtogetherconfectionerssugarandenoughmilktomakeglaze.Drizzleovercooledcoffeecake.

Tips:

1.Youmayuseanyfruit(piefillingandcannedfruit)ofyourchoice.Justbesuretheslicedfruitiswelldrained.

2.Useadeeppan(atleast2¼”)sincethisrecipefillsitrighttothetop.

AppleCoffeeCakeTabithaSchmidt

Baltic,OH

Makes12-18servings

PrepTime:40minutes


2cupssugar

2eggs,beaten

¾cupoil

1tsp.vanilla

2½cupsflour

2tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.salt

1tsp.cinnamon

4cupsapples,peeledandfinelydiced

1½cupschoppednuts,optional

Topping:

½cupbrownsugar

½cupchoppednuts,optional

½tsp.cinnamon

¼tsp.nutmeg

1.Combinesugar,beateneggs,oil,andvanillainalargemixingbowl.Mixuntilcreamy.

2.Inaseparatebowl,combineflour,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,salt,andcinnamon.Addtosugar-eggmixtureandmixwell.Batterwillbecrumbly.

3.Foldinapples,andnuts,ifdesired.Pourintoagreasedandfloured9x13bakingpan.

4.Inthemixingbowl,mixtoppingingredientstogetherwell,andsprinkleoverbatter.

5.Bakeat350°for35-40minutes,oruntiltoothpickinsertedintocentercomesoutclean.

Tips:

1.GrannySmith,orothercrisp,applesareespeciallygoodinthiscake.

2.Skippeelingtheapples,andsavetimeandaddfibertoyourdiet!

3.Choppedpecansareatastynuttousehere.

StickyBunsElaineRineer,Lancaster,PA

Makes12servings

PrepTime:20minutes



1stick(½cup)butter,divided

½cupbrownsugar

½cupcornsyrup

¼cup+2Tbsp.sugar

2Tbsp.cinnamon

2loavesfrozenbreaddough,thawed

1.Melthalfastick(¼cup)ofbutteronstovetoporinmicrowave.Stirinbrownsugarandcornsyrupuntilwellblended.Pourintoa9x13bakingpan.

2.Meltremaininghalfstick(¼cup)butterinmicrowaveoronstovetop.Setaside.

3.Inasmallmixingbowl,combinesugarandcinnamon.

4.Breakoffgolf-ball-sizedpiecesofbreaddough,12perloaf.Dipeachinmeltedbutterandthenrollinsugar-cinnamonmixture.Placecoatedballsinbakingpan.

5.Coverandrefrigeratefor8hours,orovernight.

6.Removefromrefrigeratorandletstandfor30minutesbeforebaking.

7.Bakeuncoveredat325°for35minutes.Turnoutofpanimmediatelyontoservingplatter.

Variation:Add½-¾cupchoppedpecanstomixtureinpan(Step1).

MapleTwistsMarcellaHeatwole

NorthLawrence,OH

Makes16-18servings

PrepTime:2hours

RisingTime:2½-3hours


Dough:

¾cupmilk

½stick(¼cup)butter

2¾-3cupsflour,divided

3Tbsp.sugar

½tsp.salt

1pkg.yeast

1tsp.mapleextract

1egg

¾cupbutter,meltedanddivided

Filling:

½cupbrownsugar

⅓cupnuts

1tsp.cinnamon

1tsp.mapleextract

Glaze:

2Tbsp.butter,melted

1Tbsp.milk

½tsp.mapleextract


1.Insmallpan,heatmilkandbutteruntilitjustreachestheboilingpoint.

2.Inlargeelectricmixerbowl,blendwarmliquid,1cupflour,3Tbsp.sugar,salt,yeast,1tsp.mapleextract,andeggatlowspeeduntilmoistened.Beat2minutesatmediumspeed.

3.Byhand,addremainingflourtoformsoftdough.

4.Placeonflouredsurfaceandkneaduntilsmoothandelastic.Placedoughingreasedbowl.Coverandletriseuntildouble,about1½-2hours.

5.Grease12”pizzapan.Dividedoughinto3balls.Rollout1ballofdoughtocoverpan.Brushwith¼cupmeltedbutter.

6.Sprinklewith⅓offilling,madebycombiningbrownsugar,nuts,cinnamonand1tsp.mapleextractinasmallbowl.

7.Repeattwomorelayers:rolled-outdough,meltedbutter,andfilling.(PresslastlayeroffillingdownintodoughtopreventitfromfallingoffduringStep8.)

8.Withscissors,mark16or18evenlyspacedwedgesinthecircle.Cutfromoutsideedgeofcircleintowedges.Carefullytwisteachwedge5times.

9.Laytwistsonajellyrollpan.Cover.Letrisefor45-60minutes,oruntilalmostdoubleinsize.


11.Cooltoroomtemperature.Drizzlewithglazemadebycombining2Tbsp.butter,milk,½tsp.mapleextract,andpowderedsugar.Add1Tbsp.moremilkifneededtomakeofpouringconsistency.

FreshApplePocketsJanetGroff

Stevens,PA

Makes8servings


Resting/RisingTime:40minutes


Dough:

2-2½cupsflour,divided

1pkg.(1Tbsp.)fast-risingyeast

2tsp.sugar

½tsp.salt

⅔cupwater

½cupoil

Filling:

2cupsthinlyslicedapples(about2apples)

½cupsugar

2Tbsp.flour

½tsp.cinnamon

Frosting:

1½cupsconfectionerssugar

water,enoughtomakethefrostingofdrizzlingconsistency

1.Inlargebowl,combine1cupflour,undissolvedyeast,sugar,andsalt.Addverywarmwater(120–130°).

2.Stirinoilandenoughadditionalflourtomakeasoftdough.

3.Onflouredsurface,knead4minutes.

4.Coverandletrest10minutes.

5.Meanwhile,makefillinginamixingbowlbycombiningdryingredients.Tosswithapples.Setaside.

6.Dividedoughinhalf.Onlightlyflouredsurface,rolleachhalfintoa10”square.Cuteachsquareinto4squares.

7.Place¼cupfillingontocenterofeachsquare.Bringcornersupoverfilling,makingatriangular-shaped“pocket.”Pinchtoseal.

8.Transfertogreasedbakingsheet.Letriseuntildouble,about30minutes.

9.Bakeat350°untilgoldenbrown,about20-25minutes.Coolonwirerack.

10.Drizzlewithfrosting.

AppleNutRingNaomiCunningham

Arlington,KS

Makes10servings

PrepTime:10minutes


27.5-oz.pkgs.refrigeratedbuttermilkbiscuits

¼cupbutterormargarine,melted

⅔cupsugar

2Tbsp.groundcinnamon

3-4medium-sizedapples

⅓cupnuts,chopped

1.Separatebiscuits.

2.Inasaucepan,meltthebutterormargarine.

3.Combinesugarandcinnamoninasmallbowl.

4.Dipbiscuitsinbutter,andthenrollinsugarmixture.Arrangebiscuits,sothattheyoverlap,aroundtheedgeandintothecenterofagreased9x13bakingpan.

5.Peel,core,andslicetheapples.Cutslicesinhalfcrosswise.Placeanappleslicebetweeneachbiscuitandaroundtheouteredgeofthebakingdish.

6.Mixthenutswithanyremainingsugarmixture.Sprinkleovertopofbiscuitsandapples.

7.Bakeat400°for25-30minutes,oruntilbiscuitsareadeepgoldenbrown.

CountryBrunchEstherJ.Mast

Lancaster,PA

BarbaraYoder

Christiana,PA

RuthAnnGingrich

NewHolland,PA

LafayeMusser

Denver,PA

Makes12-15servings

PrepTime:30minutes



StandingTime:10-15minutes

16slicesfirmwhitebread

1¾-2lbs.(2½cups)cubedhamorbrownedsausage,drained

1lb.(3cups)shreddedcheddarcheese

1lb.(3cups)shreddedmozzarellacheese

8eggs,beaten

3½cupsmilk

½tsp.drymustard

¼tsp.onionpowder

½tsp.seasoningsalt

1Tbsp.parsley

Topping:

3cupsuncrushedcornflakes

½cupbutter,melted

1.Trimcrustsfrombreadandcutslicesinhalf.

2.Greasea10x15bakingdish.

3.Layeringredientsinthisorder:coverbottomofpanwithhalfthebread,topwithhalftheham,thenhalfthecheddarcheese,andthenhalfthemozzarellacheese.

4.Repeatlayersoncemore.

5.Inlargemixingbowl,combineeggs,milk,drymustard,onionpowder,seasoningsalt,andparsley.Mixwellandpouroverlayers.

6.Coverandrefrigeratefor8hours,orovernight.

7.Removefromrefrigerator30minutesbeforebaking.

8.Combinecornflakesandbutterandsprinkleovercasserole.

9.Coverlooselywithfoiltopreventover-browning.Bakeat375°for45minutes.

10.Removefromovenandletstand10-15minutesbeforecuttingintosquares.

OvernightBreakfastCasseroleHannahD.Burkholder

Bridgewater,VA

EstherS.Martin

Ephrata,PA

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:45minutes


BakingTime:1hour

1lb.freshbulksausage

4cupscubedday-oldbread

2cupsshreddedsharpcheddarcheese

1tsp.drymustard


4cupsmilk

1tsp.salt

freshlygroundpeppertotaste

¼cupchoppedorgratedonion

½cuppeeled,choppedtomatoes,optional

½cupdicedgreenandredpeppers,optional

½cupslicedfreshmushrooms,optional

1.Cookthesausageinaskilletuntilbrowned.Drainandbreakupthemeatintosmallpieces.Setaside.

2.Placebreadinbuttered9x13bakingdish.Sprinklewithcheese.

3.Combinethenext6ingredients.Pourevenlyoverthebreadandcheese.

4.Sprinklecookedsausageandchoppedtomatoes,peppers,andmushroomsoverthetop.

5.Coverandchillinrefrigeratorfor8hours,orovernight.

6.Preheatoverto325°.Bakeuncoveredfor1hour.Tentwithfoiliftopbeginstobrowntooquickly.

BreakfastPizzaJessicaHontz

Coatesville,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:10minutes


10-oz.refrigeratedpizzacrust

8eggs

¼cupmilkorcream

6slicesbacon,cookedcrispandcrumbled

2cupsshreddedcheddar,orMontereyJack,cheese

1.Unrollpizzacrustontobakingsheet.


3.Whisktogethereggsandmilkinalargemixingbowl.

4.Cookinskilletuntileggsstarttocongeal,about3-4minutes.Spoonontocrust.

5.Topwithbaconandcheese.

6.Bakeanadditional10minutesuntileggsaresetandcrustisgoldenbrown.

ATip—

Besuretoreadarecipethewholewaythroughbeforebeginningtocook,soyouarecertainyouhavealltheingredientsyouneed.

EggsCaliforniaVondaEbersole

Mt.PleasantMills,PA

JudyGonzales

Fishers,Indiana

EstherGingerich

Parnell,Iowa

Makes10servings

PrepTime:20minutes


10eggs

2cupscottagecheese

½cupflour

1tsp.bakingpowder

½tsp.salt

½cupmeltedbutter

1lb.gratedcheddar,Swiss,orMontereyJackcheese

1or24-oz.canschoppedgreenchilies,dependinguponyourtastepreference

1.Inamixingbowl,beattogethereggs,cottagecheese,flour,bakingpowder,salt,andbutter.

2.Stirincheeseandgreenchilies.

3.Pourintoagreased9x13bakingdish.

4.Bakeat350°for40to45minutes,oruntilset.

Tips:

1.Garnishwithchoppedavocado,sourcream,orsalsa.

2.Addsteamedandcut-upshrimp,friedandcrumbledbacon,orfullycooked,cubedorchippedhamtoStep2.

GreekEggsMrs.RosanneHankins

Stevensville,Maryland

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes


2garliccloves,sliced

¼cupslicedwhiteonion

1Tbsp.oil

10-oz.pkg.frozenchoppedspinach,thawedandsqueezedasdryaspossible

8eggs,beaten,or16ozs.eggbeaters

½-1tsp.driedoregano,accordingtoyourtastepreference

4ozs.fetacheese

1.Inlargeskillet,sautégarlicandonioninoilfor3-4minutes.

2.Stirinspinach.

3.Poureggsandoreganointohotskillet.

4.Cook,turning2-3timesuntileggsarelightlycooked,about5minutes.

5.Turnoffheat,crumblecheeseovertopofspinach-eggmixture.Coverandletsetfor2minutes,oruntilcheesemeltsintoeggs.

Variations:

1.Foraddedcolorandflavor,stirhalfasweetredbellpepper,chopped,intoStep1.

2.Foradditionalflavor,add¼tsp.blackorwhitepepperand⅛tsp.saltinStep3.

MushroomOvenOmeletElainePatton

WestMiddletown,PA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:20minutes


½lb.freshmushrooms,cleanedandsliced

2Tbsp.butter

2Tbsp.flour

6eggs

⅓cupmilk

⅛tsp.pepper

¼cupchoppedonions,optional

¼cupchoppedgreenpepper,optional

1½cupsshreddedcheddarcheese,divided

½cuprealbaconbits

1.Inasmallskillet,sautémushroomsinbutteruntiltender.Drain.Setaside.

2.Inabowl,combineflour,eggs,milk,andpepperuntilsmooth.Addchoppedvegetablesifyouwish.

3.Stirin1cupcheese,bacon,andmushrooms.

4.Pourintoagreased8”-squarebakingdish.

5.Bakeduncoveredat375°for18-20minutes,oruntileggsarecompletelyset.

6.Sprinklewithremainingcheese,returntowarmovenfor1minute,andthenserve.

EggalaShrimpWillardE.Roth

Elkhart,Indiana

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:10minutes


2Tbsp.butteroroil

12eggs

¼cupevaporatedmilk

1onion,choppedfine

½cupceleryleaves

4ozs.precookedshrimp(canbefrozen)

3Tbsp.whitewine

4ozs.frozenpeas

seasoningtotaste

1.Preheatelectricskilletto375°andmeltbutterinit.

2.Whileskilletisheatingandbutterismelting,tosseggswithmilkinamixingbowl.Setaside.

3.Whenbutterismelted,sautéonionandceleryleavesinit.

4.Addshrimpandwinetoskillet.Coverandcookfor2minutes.

5.Pouregg-milkmixtureintoskilletandstirinfrozenpeas.

6.Turntheskilletdownto325°,andstircontentsgentlyastheycook.

7.Wheneggsareset,butnothard,serveonwarmplatter.

IdevelopedthisrecipetosharewithmyfirstformalcookingclassmatesatPatchworkQuiltCountryInnin1976.

BreakfastBurritosArletaPetersheim

Haven,KS

Makes6-8servings



½lb.bulksausage

2largepotatoes,peeledandgrated

1greenpepper,chopped

½cupchoppedonion

2Tbsp.butter

8eggs,beaten

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

8”flourtortillas


salsa,optional

1.Brownsausageinskilletoverlowheat.Drainallbut1Tbsp.drippingsandsetsausageaside.

2.Cookpotatoes,choppedpepper,andonionsinskilletovermediumheat,stirringoccasionally.

3.Whenpotatoesaresoft,addbutter,eggs,salt,andpepper.Continuecookinguntileggsareset.Addsausage.

4.Dividemeat/eggmixtureontoindividualtortillasandrollup.Placeinlightlygreased9x13pan.Covertightlywithfoil.

5.Bakeat375°for10minutes.Sprinklewithcheese.Coveragainandbake5moreminutes.

6.Servewithsalsaifyouwish.

Theseburritosareagreatmaindishforbrunch.Iusuallymakethemadayaheadandrefrigeratethem(covered)overnightsoIcanjustpopthemintheoventhenextmorning.Theywillneedtobake10minuteslongerifyouputthemintheovencold.

ScrambledEggMuffinsJuliaHorst,Gordonville,PA

MaryKayNolt

Newmanstown,PA

Makes12servings

PrepTime:20minutes


½lb.bulksausage

12eggs

½cupchoppedonion

¼cupchoppedgreenpepper

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

¼tsp.garlicpowder

½cupshreddedcheddarcheese

1.Inaskillet,brownsausage.Drain.

2.Inabowl,beattheeggs.

3.Addonion,greenpepper,salt,pepper,andgarlicpowdertotheeggsandblendwell.Stirinsausage.

4.Spoonby⅓-cupfulsintogreasedmuffincups.

5.Bakeat350°for20-30minutes,oruntilknifeinsertednearcenterscomesoutclean.

BaconQuicheJohnD.Allen

Rye,CO

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:25minutes


9”pieshell,unbaked

8slicesbacon

3largeeggs

3largeeggyolks

1cupmilk

1cupheavycream

½tsp.salt

½tsp.pepper

pinchofgratednutmeg

½cup(4ozs.)gratedGruyerecheese

1.Jagpieshellwithforkoverthebottomandalongthesides.Bakeat400°for10minutes.

2.Whileshellisbaking,frybaconinskillettocrispystage.Drainthoroughlyandcrumblecoarsely.

3.Inlargemixingbowl,whisktogetherremainingingredients,exceptcheese.

4.Spreadcheeseinbottomofwarmpieshell.

5.Topwithcrumbledbacon.

6.Poureggmixturetowithin½inchoftopofcrust.

7.Bakeat375°untillightlygoldenbrown,about32-35minutes,anduntilknifebladecomesoutcleanwheninsertedoneinchfromtheedge.Coolonrack.

8.Servewarmoratroomtemperature.

Note:Itiseasiertoplacethecrustontheovenrackandfillittherethantofillitandtrytomoveittotheoven.

AsparagusQuicheMoreenWeaver

Bath,NY

Makes4-6servings



StandingTime:10minutes

2-3cupsasparagus,cutinsmallpieces,dependinguponhowmuchyouloveasparagus

2cupssharpcheddarcheese,shredded

1cupmayonnaise

2tsp.lemonjuice

9”unbakedpiecrust

1.Inamixingbowl,combineasparagus,cheese,mayonnaise,andlemonjuice.Mixthoroughly.

2.Spoonintopiecrust.


4.Letstand10minutes.Servewarm.

Add-What-You-LikeQuicheRosariaStrachan

Fairfield,CT

Makes8servings




2cups(½lb.)gratedSwisscheese

½cupmilk

½cupmayonnaise

2Tbsp.flour

¼cupmincedonions

2eggs

1optionalingredientlistedbelow

9”or10”bakedpieshell

1.Combinecheese,milkmayonnaise,flour,onions,andeggs,andoneoftheoptionalingredients,ifyouwish.

2.Pourintopieshell.

3.Bakeat350°for40-45minutes,oruntilwellbrownedandsetinthemiddle.(Checkbyinsertingknifebladeintocenter.Ifitcomesoutclean,thequicheisfinished.)

4.Allowquichetostandfor10minutesbeforeslicingandserving.

Youmayadd1ofthefollowingtoStep1,ifyouwish:

4ozs.crabmeat

4-oz.canfullycookedhamchunks

1½cupschoppedfreshbroccoli

6stripsbacon,cookedandcrumbled

1½-2cupsfreshspinach,chopped

Variations:

1.Mixfirst6ingredientsinablender.

2.Donotuseapiecrust.Insteadplace¾cupall-purposebakingmix,alongwiththefirst6ingredients,inablenderandmix.Stirinoptionalingredientifyouwish,andpourintogreasedpieplate.ContinuewithStep3.

BakedPeachFrenchToast

LynetteNisly

Lancaster,PA

Makes6servings



10-14slices,1”-thickFrenchorItalianbread

tubofcreamcheese,softened

15-oz.canpeachslices,drained

½-¾cupchoppedpecans,optional

3eggs

¼cupmilk

⅓cupmaplesyrup

2Tbsp.butterormargarine,melted

1Tbsp.sugar

1tsp.cinnamon

1tsp.vanilla

1.Spreadcreamcheeseonbothsidesofbreadslices.

2.Placebreadinagreased9x13bakingpan.Prickeachbreadslice3-4timeswithafork.

3.Topbreadwithpeachslicesandsprinklechoppedpecansoverpeaches,ifdesired.

4.Inmixingbowl,beateggs,andthencombinewithmilk,maplesyrup,butter,sugar,cinnamon,andvanilla.Whisktogether.Poureggmixtureoverbread.

5.Bakeat400°for15-25minutes,oruntileggmixtureisset.

6.Servewithsyrup,ifyouwish.

Tip:Youcanpreparethisthenightbeforeyouwanttoserveit.Coverandrefrigerateitovernight.Ifyouputitintheovencold,besuretouncoveritandbakeitfor35minutes,oruntilbrown,anduntilaknifeinsertedinthecentercomesoutclean.

BakedFrenchToastSusanWenger

Lebanon,PA

NancyFunk

NorthNewton,KS

Makes8servings

PrepTime:20minutes



1stick(½cup)butter

1cupbrownsugar

2tsp.molasses

8-10slicessturdywhitebread

peanutbutter,optional

5-6eggs

1½-2cupsmilk

1tsp.cinnamon

1.Inasaucepan,heatbutter,brownsugar,andmolassestogetheruntilsugarisdissolvedandbutterismelted.Stiroccasionallytopreventsticking.Whenmeltedandblendedtogether,pourintoa9x13bakingpan.

2.Ifyouwish,spreadpeanutbutterononesideofeachsliceofbreadandthenlaythebreadonthesyrup,peanut-buttersidedown.Ifyoudon’tincludepeanutbutter,simplylaythebreadinasinglelayerontopofthesyrup.

3.Inamixingbowl,mixeggs,milk,andcinnamontogether,andthenpourontopofbread.

4.Coverandrefrigerateforatleast4hours,orovernight.

5.Bakeat350°for35-45minutes,oruntilbrowned.

Variations:

EstherNafziger,Bluffton,OH

1.Insteadof1cupbrownsugarand2tsp.molasses,use½cupbrownsugarand½cuppuremaplesyrup.

2.ImmediatelyafterStep1,sprinkle½-1cupcoarselychoppedpecansoverthesyrup.

(DropthepeanutbutterinStep2.)

3.Insteadofmilk,usehalf-and-half.Andadd1tsp.vanillatoStep3.

Variations:AfterStep1,addalayerofthefollowingmixture,tossedlightlytogether:3tartapples,peeled,cored,andthinlysliced;½cupraisins;2tsp.cinnamon.ContinuewithStep2,withoutthepeanutbutter.

—DiannJ.Dunham

StateCollege,PA

ATip—

OftenonaSaturdaymorning,Imakeadoubleortriplerecipeofpancakes,thenfreezetheleftoversonacookiesheet.Aftertheyarefrozen,Iputtheminanairtightcontainer.Theymakeaquick,healthybreakfastonaschoolmorning.Youcanheatthemeasilyinthemicrowaveortoasteroven.

LightButtermilkPancakesMaryLynnMiller

Reinholds,PA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:10minutes

CookingTime:10-15minutes

1cupflour

1Tbsp.sugar

1½tsp.bakingpowder

½tsp.salt

½tsp.bakingsoda

1Tbsp.oil

1cupbuttermilk*

1egg,beaten

1.Combinedryingredientsinmixingbowl.

2.Combineoil,buttermilk,andegginaseparatebowl.Addtodryingredients,stirringjustuntilflourmixtureismoistened.

3.Fryongriddleuntilbubblyontop.Flipandcontinuecookinguntilbottomislightlybrowned.

*Ifyoudon’thavebuttermilk,makeyourownbyplacing1Tbsp.lemonjuiceinaone-cupmeasure.Fillcupwithmilk.Mixwell.

—LindaE.Wilcox

Blythewood,SC

Mom’sOatmealPancakesDonnaTreloar

HartfordCity,Indiana

Makesabout24pancakes

PrepTime:15minutes

CookingTime:3-5minutesperskillet-orgriddle-full

1½cupsbuttermilk

1cupquickorregularoats,uncooked

¼cupbrownsugar

½stick(¼cup)butter,melted


1cupflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.salt

⅓cupapplesauce

¼tsp.cinnamon,optional

1.Inamedium-sizedmixingbowl,placeoatsinbuttermilkandletstandforseveralminutes.

2.Stirinbrownsugar.

3.Inaseparatebowl,addmeltedbutterintoeggsandthenstirintooatmixture.

4.Inthenow-emptybutter-eggbowl,mixtogetherflour,bakingsoda,andsalt.Addtooatmixture,stirringjustuntilblended.

5.Gentlystirinapplesauce,andcinnamonifyouwish.

6.Spoonbatterontolightlygreasedskilletorgriddle.Cookuntilgoldenbrown.

7.Topwithbutterandyourfavoritesyrup.

Tip:Storeleftoverpancakesinaresealableplasticbagandrefrigerate.Whenreadytoserve,popinthetoaster.

PumpkinPancakesStacySchmuckerStoltzfus

Enola,PA

Makes4-6servings


CookingTime:4minutesperbatch

2heapingcupsflour

3½tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.cinnamon

1tsp.nutmeg

3eggs,beaten

1cupsugar

1cupmilk

¾cupoil

1tsp.vanilla

1¼cupscannedpumpkin

1cupcoconut,optional

1.Whisktogetherflour,bakingpowder,cinnamon,andnutmeginasmallbowl.

2.Inalargebowl,beattogethereggs,sugar,milk,oil,vanilla,andpumpkin.

3.Adddryingredientsandcoconuttopumpkinmixture,stirringjustuntilmoistened.Afewlumpsareokay.

4.PreheatoventoWarm(150-200°).Preheatlargeskilletorgriddlepanovermedium-highheat.

5.Pourdesiredamountofbatterontohotgriddleandturnheatdowntomedium.Cookuntiledgesaredryandpancakeisbubbly.Flipoverandcook1-2minutesmore.

6.Placepancakeinwarmoven*andcontinuemakingremainingpancakes.(*Thiskeepsthepancakeswarm,butwillnotdrythemout,unlessyouforgetthey’rethere!)

7.Servehotwithmaplesyrup,vanillayogurt,and/ortoastedpecans.

Variations:

1.Usehalfwholewheatflour;halfall-purposeflour.

2.Use½cupbrownsugar;½cupgranulatedsugar.

StrawberryPancakesBeckyFrey

Lebanon,PA

Makes15medium-sizedpancakes,or4-5servings



2eggs

1cupbuttermilk

1cupcrushedstrawberries*

¼cupoil

1tsp.almondextract

2cupswholewheat(orwhite)flour

2Tbsp.brownsugar

2tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.bakingsoda

1.Inlargemixingbowlbeateggsuntilfluffy.

2.Stirbuttermilk,strawberries,oil,andalmondextractintoeggs.

3.Inaseparatebowl,combineflour,brownsugar,bakingpowder,andbakingsoda.Addtowetingredients.Beattogetherwithwhiskjustuntilsmooth.

4.Heatskilletorgriddleuntilafewdropsofwatersizzlewhensprinkledontop.Frypancakesuntilbubblyontop.Flipandcontinuecookinguntilbrowned.

Strawberriescanscorch,sokeepcheckingtomakesurethey’renotburning.Turntheheatlowerifnecessary.

*Youcanusefreshorfrozenberries.Iffrozen,thawthemanddrainthemwellbeforemixingintobatter.

Notes:

1.Ihaveatoughtimegettingsmallpancakestoturnoutnicely.Imakeone“plate-size”pancakeatatime.Itcaneasilybecutintowedgestoservetothosewithsmallerappetites.

2.Topfinishedpancakeswithvanillayogurtandfruitsauceandserveforbreakfast,brunch,alightlunchorsupper,orasadessert.

ChocolatePancakesCassandraLy

Carlisle,PA

Makes30pancakes

PrepTime:5-7minutes

CookingTime:5minutesperbatch

2cupschocolatemilk


2cupsflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.bakingpowder

1Tbsp.sugar

2Tbsp.butterormargarine,melted

miniM&Ms

syrup,optional

vanillaorplainyogurt,optional

1.Mixallingredientstogetherinalargemixingbowl,exceptM&Msandoptionalingredients.

2.Pourby¼-cupfulsontoahotnon-stickgriddletomakepancakes3inchesindiameter.PlaceafewminiM&Msoneachpancake.

3.Flippancakeswhenbubblesformedontheirtopsbegintobreak.Removepancakesfromgriddlewhenthebottomsaregoldenbrown.

4.Servewithsyruporyogurt.

ApplePuffPancakeWilmaStoltzfus

HoneyBrook,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:20minutes


4Tbsp.butter

2largeapples,peeledandthinlysliced

3Tbsp.brownsugar

1tsp.cinnamon

6eggs

1½cupsmilk

1cupflour

3Tbsp.sugar

1tsp.vanillaextract

½tsp.salt

½tsp.cinnamon

confectionerssugar

syrup,optional

1.Meltbutterina9x13pan.Arrangeapplesoverbutter.Mixbrownsugarandcinnamoninsmallbowlandsprinkleoverapples.

2.Bakeat375°about10minutes,oruntilapplessoften.

3.Combineinblender,eggs,milk,flour,sugar,vanilla,salt,andcinnamon.Blendthoroughlyandpouroverapples.

4.Returntoovenandbake40minutes.

5.Sprinklewithconfectionerssugarandserveimmediately.Servewithsyrupifyoulike.

FluffyWafflesandCiderSyrupJanMcDowell

NewHolland,PA

PhyllisPeacheyFriesen

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes12-14waffles

PrepTime:15minutes

CookingTime:5-6minutesperwaffle

Waffles:

2cupsflour

3tsp.bakingpowder

1Tbsp.sugar

1tsp.salt

2eggs,separated

1⅔cupsmilk

6Tbsp.butter,melted

Syrup:

1cupsugar

2Tbsp.cornstarch

¼tsp.cinnamon

¼tsp.nutmeg

2cupsapplecider

2Tbsp.lemonjuice

½cupbutter

1.Tomakewaffles,mixflour,bakingpowder,sugar,andsalttogetherinamedium-sizedbowl.

2.Inaseparatebowl,beattogethereggyolks,milk,andmeltedbutter.Addtodryingredientsandmixwell.

3.Inathirdbowl,beateggwhitesuntilstiff.Gentlyfoldintoabovemixture.

4.Bakeinwaffleiron.

5.Tomakesyrup,mixsugar,cornstarch,cinnamon,andnutmeginsaucepan.

6.Stirinciderandlemonjuice.

7.Heattoboiling,stirringconstantly.Boil1minuteoruntilslightlythickened.

8.Blendinbutterandservewarm.

MymotherusedtomakethesewafflesforourSundaynightsupper.—JanMcDowell

Tip:Vanillapudding,vanillayogurt,andfreshorcannedfruitareallgoodtoppingsforthesewafflesatanytimeoftheday.Orcoverthemwithchickenorsausagegravyandservethemforlunchordinner.

—PhyllisPeacheyFriesen

OatmealBreakfastSconesSuzanneNobrega

Duxbury,MA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1¼cupsflour

¼cupsugar

2tsp.bakingpowder

¼tsp.salt

6Tbsp.coldbutter

1cupregularorquickdryoats

¼cupdriedfruit,i.e.raisins,craisins,cherries,etc.,optional

1egg,lightlybeaten

¼-⅓cupmilk

1eggbeatenwith1Tbsp.water

confectionerssugar

1.Siftflour,sugar,bakingpowder,andsaltintolargebowl.Stirwell.

2.Dividecoldbutterinto¼”cubesandmixintoflourmixturewithpastryblenderorfingersuntilmixturebecomescoarsecrumbs.

3.Stirintheoatsandthedriedfruit,ifyouwish.

4.Beattogether1eggandmilkandaddtodryingredients,mixinguntiljustmoistened.

5.Turndoughontolightlyflouredsurfaceandknead4-5timesintoaball.

6.Gentlyrollouttoa6-7inchcircleandcutintosixpieshapedwedges.

7.Placeslightlyapartonparchment-linedcookiesheet.Brushtopswithegg/watermixture.Sprinklewithconfectionerssugar,ifdesired.

8.Bakeat400°for10-15minutesoruntillightlybrowned.

9.Servewarmwithraspberry,oryourfavorite,jam.

Tip:Thiscanbeusedforbreakfast,brunch,oranafternoontea.

BakedOatmealLenaSheaffer

PortMatilda,PA

SusieNissley

Millersburg,OH

EstherNafziger

Bluffton,OH

KatieStoltzfus

Leola,PA

MarthaHershey

Ronks,PA

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


½cupoil

1cuphoneyorbrownsugar

2eggs

3cupsrolledorquickoatmeal,uncooked

2tsp.bakingpowder

1cupmilk

½tsp.cinnamonornutmeg,optional

1cupchoppednuts,raisins,apples,orotherfruit*

1.Combineoil,honeyorbrownsugar,andeggsinalargemixingbowl.

2.Adddryoatmeal,bakingpowder,andmilk.Mixwell.

3.Addnutsand/orfruit.Mixwell.

4.Pourintoagreased8”squarebakingpan.


6.Servehot,cold,oratroomtemperaturewithmilk.

*Addanyorallofthese:½cupdriedcherries,½cupdriedcranberries,½cupcut-upapricots.

—AnnabelleUnternahrer

Shipshewana,IN

Variation:Foralowercalorieversion,useonly1eggand½cupsugar,useskimmilk,anduse½cupapplesauceinsteadof½cupoil.

—EvieHershey

Atglen,PA

PeachBakedOatmealBerthaBurkholder

Hillsville,VA

Makes10servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1cupoil

4eggs

1½cupssugar

3cupsdryquickoats

4tsp.bakingpowder

2tsp.salt

2tsp.vanilla

1pintcannedpeaches,chopped(reserveliquid)

2cupsmilk

1.Inlargemixingbowl,combineoil,eggs,andsugar.Adddryquickoats,bakingpowder,salt,andvanilla.

2.Drainpeaches,reservingjuice.Addwatertopeachjuicetomake2cups.

3.Addchoppedpeaches,peachjuice,andmilktooatmealmixture.

4.Pourintoagreased9x13pan.Bakeat350°for35minutes.Servewarmwithmilk.

OvernightOatmealBarbaraForresterLandis

Lititz,PA

Makes10-11servings

PrepTime:5minutes

BakingTime:6-7hours

1cupdrysteel-cutoats

1cupdriedcranberries

1cupchopped,driedapricots

3cupswater

1½cupsmilk

1.Inaslowcooker,combineallingredientsandsetonlow.

2.Coverandcookfor6-7hours.

Tips:

1.Makethisbeforeyougotobed,anditwillbereadyinthemorning.

2.Servetoppedwithvanillaorplainyogurt.

3.Heatanyleftoversinthemicrowavebeforeeating.

GritsCasseroleSueWilliams

Gulfport,MS

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1cupquick-cookinggrits

4cupswater

1tsp.salt

1stick(¼lb.)butter

¼lb.sharpcheddarcheese,grated

2eggs,beaten

1.Cookgritsinboiling,salted,waterfor5minutes.Addbutterandcheese.Stiruntilwellmixed.Cool.

2.Addbeateneggsandmixthoroughly.

3.Pourmixtureintoagreasedpanorcasseroledish.

4.Bakeat400°for15-20minutes,oruntillightlybrowned.

5.Servehot.

ATip—

Alwaysaskforadvicefromolderandmoreexperiencedcooks.Theywillbegladtosharetheirknowledge!

NewGuineaGranolaKateGood

Lancaster,PA

MarianGood

LancasterPA

Makes8cups

PrepTime:10minutes


3cupsdryquickoats

3cupsdryregularoats

½cupdryoatbran

½cupdrypowderedmilk

⅔cuphoney

⅔cupvegetableoil

1tsp.vanilla

cinnamon

¾cupsliveredalmonds

½cupsunflowerseeds

¾cupcraisinsand/orraisins

1.Mixallingredients,exceptcinnamon,nuts,seeds,andfruit,togetherinalargemixingbowl.

2.Placeonalightlygreasedcookiesheet.Sprinklewithcinnamon.


4.Afterthefirst5minutesofbaking,stirinsliveredalmonds,sunflowerseeds,craisins,and/orraisins,andcontinuebaking.

5.Continuestirringevery5minutes.

6.Cool,stirringevery10minutes,breakingupgranolaintothesizechunksyoulike.

7.Whenthoroughlycool,stirinanairtightcontainer.

PeanutButterandBananaRoll-UpClariceWilliams

Fairbank,Iowa

Makes4servings

PrepTime:5minutes

¼cupapplesauce

¼cuppeanutbutter

2tsp.honey

48”-10”flourtortillas

2firmmedium-sizedbananas

1.Insmallbowl,combineapplesauce,peanutbutter,andhoney.Mixwell.

2.Spreadtortillaswithmixturetowithin¼”oftheiredges.

3.Peelbananas.Cuteachbananainhalflengthwise.Place1bananahalfatedgeofeachtortilla.Rollupjelly-rollfashion.

4.Serve.

FrenchBreadMarthaAnnAuker

Landisburg,PA

JoanMiller

Wayland,IA

Makes3loaves

PrepTime:30minutes

Standing/RisingTime:60-75minutes

Bakingtime:20minutes

2pkgs.dryyeast

¾Tbsp.sugar

½cupwarm(120-130°)water

2cupsboilingwater

2Tbsp.shortening

2Tbsp.sugar

2tsp.salt

6-6½cupsflour

1eggwhite

1tsp.sesameseeds

1.Dissolve2pkgs.yeastand¾Tbsp.sugarin½cupwarmwater.Setaside.

2.Inlargemixingbowl,mixtogetherboilingwater,shortening,2Tbsp.sugar,andsalt.Stirandletcool.

3.Whencooledtoroomtemperature,addyeastmixture.Addasmuchflourasyoucanbyhand,mixingwell.Letstand10minutes.

4.Placedoughonflouredsurfaceandkneadinremainingflour.Coverdoughon

flouredsurfaceandallowtostandfor10minutes.

5.Kneadagainfor5minutes,untildoughbecomessmoothandelastic.Repeatstanding/kneading3moretimes.

6.Afterthefinalkneading,cutthedoughinto3pieces.Rollouteachpieceandthenrolleachoneupintoalongroll.ShapeeachintoalongFrench-bread-shapedloaf.Placeon1or2greasedcookiesheets,withatleast4inchesbetweentheloaves.

7.Coverandletrise10-15minutes.Cutdiagonalmarks¼”deep,spacedevery2inchesacrossthetopofeachloaf.

8.Brushtopswitheggwhiteandsprinklewithsesameseeds.

9.Bakeat400°for20minutes,oruntillightlygolden.Breads

ATip—

Whenmakingbreads,becarefulthattheliquidyoumixwiththeyeastisneithertoocool,nortoohot.Itmustbelukewarm.Allowthedoughtoriseinawarmplacewheretherearenodrafts.Watchitdoubleinsize.

SunflowerOatmealBreadOrphaHerr

Andover,NY

Makes1loaf

Preparationtime:30minutes

Risingtime:2-3hours

Bakingtime:30minutes

2¼tsp.dryyeast

1cup,plus2Tbsp.,warm(120-130°)water

¼cuphoney

2Tbsp.butterormargarine

1½tsp.salt

½cupdryquick-cookingoats

3cupsflour

2Tbsp.drymilkpowder

½cupsalted,roastedsunflowerseeds

1.Insmallbowl,dissolveyeastinwarmwater.Whenthoroughlymixed,addhoney.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,combineremainingingredients.Addyeastmixtureandblendthoroughly.

3.Kneadwithbreadhookfor8minutes.

4.Putdoughingreasedbowl,turningoncetogreasebothsides.Coverandletriseuntildouble,about1-1½hours.

5.Punchdown.Shapeintoloaf.Placeingreased9x5breadpan.Coverandletriseuntildouble,about1-1½hours.

6.Bakeat350°for30minutes,oruntillightlybrowned.

7.Afterremovingfromovenletstand5minutes.Removefrompanandcooloncoolingrack.

Barb’sMulti-GrainBreadDawnRanck

Lansdale,PA

Makes2loaves

PrepTime:35minutes

Rising/Restingtime:70minutes

Bakingtime:30-35minutes


2⅓-3cupswhole-grainwheatflour,divided

½cupdryrolledoats

½cupflaxseed

½cupdrywheatbran

½cupinstantdrypowderedmilk

1Tbsp.dryyeast

2½cupswater

¼cuphoney

2tsp.salt


1.Inlargeelectricmixerbowl,combine1cupflour,1½cupswholewheatflour,oats,flaxseed,wheatbran,drymilk,andyeast.

2.Inasaucepan,heattogetherwater,honey,salt,andbutteruntiljustwarm(115-120°),stirringconstantlytomeltbutter.

3.Addtodrymixture.Beatwithelectricmixeronlowspeedfor30seconds,scrapingsidesofbowlconstantly.Thenbeat3minutesonhighspeed.

4.Byhand,stirinenoughofremainingflourstomakeamoderatelystiffdough.

5.Turndoughontolightlyflouredsurface.Kneaduntilsmooth(5-7minutes),kneadinginasmuchremainingflourasyoucan.

6.Placedoughinlargegreasedbowl.Turnoncetogreasesurfaceofdough.Coverandletriseuntildouble,aboutanhour.

7.Punchdown.Dividedoughinhalf.Coverandletrest10minutes.

8.Shapeeachportionintoaloaf.Placein2greased9x5loafpans.


10.Removefrompans.Coolonwireracks.

WholeWheatWalnutBreadKathyHertzler

Lancaster,PA

Makes3loaves


RisingandStandingTime:1hourand50minutes


3cupswarm(120-130°)water

2scantTbsp.dryyeast

¾cuphoney


4cupswholewheatflour,stone-groundifpossible

5-6cupsbreadflour,divided

1¼tsp.salt

2cupswalnuts,coarselychopped

1Tbsp.butter,melted

1.Place3cupswarmwaterinlargeelectricmixerbowl.Whiskinyeastbyhand.Letstand5minutes.

2.Addhoneyandmeltedbutter.

3.Addwholewheatflourandonecupbreadflour.Mixwithdoughhook.

4.Stirinsaltandwalnuts.Mixwell.

5.Addremainingflour.Mixwithdoughhookfor5minutes.

6.Placedoughonlightlyflouredsurface.Kneadforafewstrokesbyhand,addingafewtablespoonsofflourifdoughisverysticky.

7.Placedoughingreasedbowl.Rotatedoughtogreaseitallover.Coverbowlandletdoughriseforabout60minutes,oruntildouble.

8.Cutdoughinthirds.Formintoloaves.Placeingreased8x5loafpans.

9.Allowtoriseuntilthedoughjustreachesthetopofthepans,about45minutes.

10.Bakeat350°for40-45minutes,oruntilcrustyandgoldenbrown.

11.Removeloavesfromovenandbrushtopswithbutter.

Note:Usingadoughhookcutsthekneadingtimeinhalf.Youcanalsokneadthebreadbyhandfor8-10minutes.

Variation:Substitutemaplesyrupforthehoney,andpecansforthewalnuts.

ATip—

Checkthebreadrecipecarefullybeforeyoubeginpreparingittobesurethatyou

haveenoughyeast.Thesmallstore-boughtpacketsofyeastholdonly1-2tsp.,andrecipesoftencallfor1Tbsp.ofyeast.Youmayfinditusefultobuyyeastinbulkandkeepitinthefreezer.

HomemadeWhiteBreadCathyFarren

Bridgewater,VA

Makes5loaves

PrepTime:30minutes

RisingandStandingTime:3-4½hours


2Tbsp.yeast

5cupslukewarmwater

12cupsflour,divided

¾cupsugar

2Tbsp.salt

3Tbsp.shortening

1.Dissolveyeastinwaterinalargemixingbowl.

2.Add3cupsflour.Mixtomakeasoftdough.

3.Addsugar,salt,andshortening.Mixwell.

4.Stirinremainingflour.Kneaddoughuntilsmoothandelastic.

5.Placeingreasedbowl.Letriseuntildoubleinsize,about1-1½hours.

6.Kneadwellandletriseagainuntildoubleinsize,about1-1½hours.

7.Forminto5loaves.Placeingreased8x5or9x5loafpans.Letriseuntildoubleinsize,about1-1½hours.


Arle’sAnadamaBreadDianeRalston

PortAngeles,WA

Makes1loaf

PreparationTime:15minutes

RisingTime:2½hours


1½cupswater

1tsp.salt

⅓cupyellowcornmeal

⅓cupmolasses

1½Tbsp.shortening

1cakecompressedyeast

¼cuplukewarmwater

4-4½cupssiftedflour

1Tbsp.meltedbuttercornmeal

1.Insaucepan,bring1½cupswaterandsalttoaboil.

2.Stirincornmealandbringtoaboilagain.Immediatelyremovefromheatandpourintoalargebowl.

3.Stirinmolassesandshortening.Cooltolukewarm.

4.Crumbleyeastandaddto¼cuplukewarmwater.Mixwell,andthenaddtocornmealmixture.

5.Add4cupsflourandmixwell.

6.Placedoughonaflouredsurfaceandkneaduntilsmooth,addingupto½cupmoreflour.

7.Placeinlargegreasedbowl,cover,andletriseuntildouble(about1½hours).

8.Punchdown,shapeintoaloaf,andputintoagreased9x5loafpan.

9.Letriseuntildouble(about1hour).

10.Brushwithmeltedbutterandsprinklewithalittlecornmealbeforebaking.


BreadMachineChallahSheilaRaim

Oxford,IA

Makes1largeor2smallloaves

PreparationTime:10minutes,plus1½hourskneadcycle

RisingTime:1-1½hours

BakingTime:20minutesforloaves;45minutesforthebraid

1¼cupswater

¼cupoil

¼cuphoney

1½tsp.salt

2½cupswholewheatflour

2cupsflour

1½Tbsp.quick-risingdryyeast

1Tbsp.gluten

1eggwhite,forbraidonly

2Tbsp.sesameseeds,forbraidonly

1.Measureingredientsintobreadpaninorderlisted.Usedoughsetting.Adjustflourasneededsodoughcleansthesideofthepanasitkneads.

2.Attheendofthedoughcycle,formdoughintotwoloaves.Placeinlightlygreased9x5loafpansandcover.Letriseuntildouble,about1-1½hours.

3.Bakefor20minutesat350°,oruntilgoldenbrown.

Variation:Toformthedoughintobraids,breakoffhalfofdoughafterthedoughcycleendsandforminto38”-longropes.Braidandsealends.

Dividetherestofthedoughinto3equalparts.Forminto14”-longropesandbraid,sealingends.

Placelongbraidonlightlygreasedbakingsheet.Layshortbraidontopoflongbraid.Pressdowngentlytomakebraidsadheretoeachother.

Cover,andletriseuntildouble,about1-1½hours.

Brushwitheggwhiteandsprinklewithsesameseedsbeforebaking.Bakeat325°for45minutes.

ATip—

Keepnuts,coconut,andwholewheatflourinairtightcontainersinthefreezerinordertoretaintheirfreshnessandflavor.

ItalianBreadTabithaSchmidt

Baltic,OH

Makes6servings

PrepTime:25minutes

RisingTime:20minutes


2½cupsflour

1tsp.salt

1tsp.sugar

1Tbsp.dryyeast

1cupwarm(120-130°)water

1Tbsp.oil

Topping:

¼-⅓cupItaliansaladdressing

¼tsp.salt

¼tsp.garlicpowder

¼tsp.driedoregano

¼tsp.driedthyme,optional

dashofpepper

1Tbsp.gratedParmesancheese

½cupgratedmozzarellacheese

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combineflour,salt,sugar,andyeast.

2.Inaseparatebowl,mixwaterandoiltogether.Addtoflourmixture.

3.Stirwell.Addmoreflour,ifneeded,toformsoftdough.

4.Placedoughonlightlyflouredsurface,andkneadfor1-2minutes,oruntilsmooth.Placeinagreasedbowl.Coverandletrisefor20minutes.

5.Kneaddoughdown.Thenplaceona12”pizzapan.Rollorpatintoa12”circle.

6.Brushwithsaladdressing.

7.Combineseasoningsandsprinkleovertop.Sprinklewithcheeses.

8.Bakeat450°for15minutes,oruntilgoldenbrown.

9.Coverwithfoiltenttopreventover-browningifnecessary.

10.Cutintonarrowwedgesandservewarm.

ButterySoftPretzelsMarySommerfeld

Lancaster,PA

Makes12pretzels


StandingandRisingTime:70minutes

BakingTime:8minutes

4tsp.dryyeast

1tsp.,plus½cup,sugar,divided

1¼cupswarm(110°)water

5cupsflour

1½tsp.salt

1Tbsp.vegetableoil

½cupbakingsoda

4cupshotwater

salt

1.Dissolveyeastand1tsp.sugarinwarmwater.Letstand10minutes.

2.Inlargemixingbowl,mixflour,½cupsugar,andsalt.Makeawellinthecenter.

3.Addyeastmixtureandoiltodryingredients.Mixwell.Ifdry,addseveraltablespoonswater.

4.Kneaddough7-8minutes,untilelastic.Placeinoiledbowlandcover.Letriseinawarm,draft-freeplaceuntildouble,about1hour.

5.Preheatovento450°.

6.Dissolvebakingsodainhotwaterinlargebowl.

7.Dividedoughinto12pieces.Rolleachintoalong,thinrope—about20”long—onanunflouredsurface.Shapeeachintoapretzel.

8.Dipinsoda-watersolutionandplaceongreasedbakingsheet.Sprinklewithsalt.

9.Bake8minutesuntilbrowned.Brushwithbutter.

Cheese-FilledRingGwendolynChapman

Gwinn,MI

Makes12-14slices


RisingTime:60-70minutes


16-oz.pkg.hotrollmix

¾cupwarm(120-130°)water

1tsp.driedoregano

1tsp.driedbasil

1largeegg,slightlybeaten

1cupcoarselyshreddedsharpcheddarcheese

4Tbsp.gratedParmesancheese,divided

2tsp.parsleyflakes

⅛tsp.paprika

1eggyolk,beaten

2tsp.milkorcream

1.Inamixingbowl,dissolveyeastfromhotrollmixin¾cupwarmwater.

2.Addherbs,wholeegg,andflourmixture(fromhotrollmix).

3.Turnontoslightlyflouredboardandkneaduntilsmooth.

4.Placedoughbackincleanedandslightlygreasedmixingbowl.Coverandletrise30minutes.

5.Turnontoflouredboardandkneadagainuntilsmooth.

6.Rollinto10x15rectangle.

7.Sprinklewithcheddarcheese,2Tbsp.Parmesancheese,parsleyflakes,andpaprika.

8.Startingalongthe15”side,rollthedoughtightlytoformalog.

9.Placeonagreasedbakingsheet,seamdown.Shapeintoa7”-diameterring,pinchingendssecurelytogether.

10.Cut½”-deepslashesat2”intervalsalongthetopoftheroll.

11.Coverandletrise30-40minutes.

12.Inasmallmixingbowl,combineeggyolkandmilkorcream.Brushoverdoughring.

13.Sprinklewith2Tbsp.Parmesancheese.

14.Bakeat350°for30-35minutes.(Tentwithfoilifthetopbeginstogettoobrownbeforeendofbakingtime.)

15.Removefromovenandcoolslightlybeforeslicingandserving.

TomatoBreadBettyHostetler

Allensville,PA

Makes2loaves




2cupstomatojuice

2Tbsp.butter

3Tbsp.sugar

1tsp.salt

½tsp.driedbasil

½tsp.driedoregano

¼cupketchup

¼cupgratedcheese

1pkg.drygranulatedyeast

¼cupwarmwater(110-115°)

7cupsbreadflour,sifted

1.Insaucepan,heattomatojuiceandbuttertogetheruntilbutterismelted.

2.Stirinsugar,salt,herbs,ketchup,andcheese.Cooltolukewarm.

3.Inalargeelectricmixerbowl,sprinkleyeastonwarmwater.Stirtodissolve.

4.Addtomatomixtureand3cupsflourtoyeast.Beatatmediumspeedfor2minutesoruntilsmooth.

5.Graduallyaddenoughremainingflourtomakesoftdoughthatleavesthesidesofthebowl.

6.Turnontoslightlyflouredboard.Kneadfor8-10minutes,untilelasticandsmooth.

7.Placeinlightlygreasedbowl,turningonce.Coverandletriseinwarmplaceuntildouble,about1-1½hours.

8.Punchdown.Divideinhalf.Coverandletrest10minutes.

9.Shapeintoloaves.Placeingreasedloafpans.Coverandletriseuntildoubled,about1hour.

10.Bakeat375°for15minutes.Coverwithfoilandbakeanadditional10minutes.

60-MinuteDinnerRollsDoloresHorst

Hinton,VA

Makes2dozenrolls




2pkgs.dryyeast

¼cupsugar

1½cupswarm(120-130°)milk

1tsp.salt

¼cupbutter,melted

4cupsflour

1.Inalargemixingbowl,addyeastandsugartowarmmilk.Stirtodissolve.Letstand15minutes.

2.Stirinremainingingredients.Mixwell.

3.Coverandletstandinwarmplacefor15-20minutes,oruntildoubleinsize.

4.Form24rolls,eachthesizeofanegg.Placeongreasedcookiesheets.


EasyNutBreadBettyB.Dennison

GroveCity,PA

Makes18servings

PrepTime:45minutes

RisingTime:5-10hours


2pkgs.dryyeast

1cupmilk,warmedto120-130°

1¾cupssugar,divided

½tsp.salt

4eggs,separated

1cupshortening,melted

4cupsflour

4cupsgroundnuts,anykind

mapleorwalnutflavoring

1egg,beaten

1.Insmallmixingbowl,stiryeastintowarmmilkuntildissolved.

2.Add¾cupsugarandsalttoyeastmixture.Letcool.

3.Inalargebowl,beateggyolks(reservewhites).Addmeltedshortening,cooledyeastmixture,and2cupsflour.Stiruntilwellblended.

4.Placedoughonflouredsurfaceandkneadinasmuchoftheremainingflourasneededtomakeasoftdough.Coverandplaceinrefrigeratoratleast3hours,orovernight.

5.Meanwhile,beattheeggwhitesuntilstiff.Setaside.

6.Makethefillinginalargebowlbymixingtogethergroundnuts,1cupsugar,stifflybeateneggwhites,andflavoring.

7.Whendoughisthoroughlychilled,divideinto3balls.Rolloutoneatatimeintocircles,eachabout12”indiameter.

8.Spreadeachcirclewith⅓ofthefilling,thenrolleachintoalongloaf.

9.Placeall3loaveson1or2slightlygreasedcookiesheets.Letstandfor2hoursinawarmplace.

10.Brushtopswith1eggbeatenwell.


12.Whencooled,sliceandserve.

ATip—

Whenbakingbread,alwaysstirinlessflourthancalledfor.Thenasyoukneadthedough,youcankneadintheflouryouhaven’tyetused.Thetemperatureandhumiditywillaffecttheamountofflouryouuse.WhenIfirstmadebreadIstirredinthewholestatedamount,andmyloaveswerelikebricks…hardenoughtodentthefloorifdropped!Youwilllearnby“feel.”

RefrigeratorButterhornsBeckyFrey,Lebanon,PA

Makes36-48rolls


RisingTime:7-9hours


1Tbsp.,or1pkg.,fast-rise,dryyeast

½cupsugar

1tsp.salt

6cupsflour

¾cupbutterormargarine,cutinpieces,atroomtemperature

2cupswarm(120-130°)milk

1egg,beaten

2Tbsp.water

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combineyeast,sugar,salt,andflour.

2.Inaseparatebowl,addbuttertowarmmilk.Stiruntilbuttermelts.Beatineggandwater.

3.Pourliquidintoflourmixture.Mixwell,butdonotknead.Doughwillbesticky.

4.Coverwithwell-greasedwaxedpaper.Refrigerate4-5hours.

5.Dividedoughintothreeparts.Rolleachintoa9”-10”circleonalightlyflouredcounter.

6.Cuteachcircleinto12-16wedges.Rolleachwedgeup,beginningwiththepointandrollingtowardthewideend,asyouwouldtomakeabutterhorn.Placeongreasedcookiesheets,about2inchesapartfromeachother.

7.Coverwithwaxedpaper.Letrise3-4hours,oruntildoubleinsize.

8.Bakeat375°for10-12minutes,oruntilgoldenbrown.

Variations:

1.Forwholewheatrolls:Replaceflourwithwholewheatflour.Add1Tbsp.wheatglutentodryingredients(inStep1).Add1Tbsp.liquidsoylecithintowetingredients(inStep2).

2.Forpart-wholewheatrolls:Use3cupswhiteflourand3cupswholewheatflour.

Note:Youdonothavetorefrigeratethedough.I’musuallyinahurryforthem.Justletthedoughriseuntildouble.Rolloutandshape.Letriseagainuntildoubleandbake.Therisingtimesaremuchshorterwhenthedoughiswarm.

OatmealDinnerRollsMarthaBender,NewParis,IN

Makes18-20rolls


RisingandRestingTime:about2hours


2cupswater

1cupdryquickoats


1pkg.dryyeast

⅓cupwarm(120-130°)water

⅓cuppackedbrownsugar

1Tbsp.sugar

1tsp.salt

4¾-5¼cupsflour

1.Inasaucepanbring2cupswatertoboil.Addoatsandbutter.Cookandstir1minute.Removefromheat.Cooltolukewarm.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,dissolveyeastin⅓cupwarmwater.Addcooledoatsmixture,sugars,salt,and4cupsflour.Beatuntilsmooth.Addenoughremainingflourtoformasoftdough.

3.Turnontoflouredboardandknead6-8minutes,kneadinginmoreflour,untilsmoothandelastic.

4.Placeingreasedbowl,turningoncetogreasetop.Coverandletriseinwarmplaceuntildoubled,about1hour.

5.Punchdown.Allowtorest10minutes.

6.Shapeinto18balls.Placeingreased9”roundbakingpan.Cover.Letriseuntildouble,about45minutes.

7.Bakeat350°for20-25minutesuntilgoldenbrown.Removefrompantowirerackstocool.

WholeWheatCottageCheeseRollsJanelleMyers-Benner

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes2dozenrolls


RisingTime:2-3hours


3½–4cupswholewheatflour,divided

2Tbsp.dryyeast

½tsp.bakingsoda

1½cupscottagecheese

½cupwater

¼cupbrownsugar

2Tbsp.oil

2tsp.salt

2eggs

1.Inlargeelectricmixerbowl,stirtogether2cupswholewheatflour,yeast,andbakingsoda.

2.Inasaucepan,heattogethercottagecheese,water,sugar,oil,andsaltuntilverywarm(130°).

3.Addwetingredientstodrymixture,alongwitheggs.

4.Beatvigorouslyfor3-4minuteswithelectricmixer—½minuteonlow,and3minutesonhigh.

5.Stirinenoughremainingflourtomakeastiffdough.Kneaddoughonlightlyflouredsurfacefor8-10minutes.

6.Placeinagreasedbowlturningoncetogreaseallsides.

7.Coverandletriseuntildouble(1-1½hours).

8.Shapeinto24rolls.Placeinlightlygreasedmuffintins,oronalightlygreasedcookiesheet.

9.Letriseuntilnearlydouble(1-1½hours).


Tips:

1.Thisrecipeisagreatwaytouseupcottagecheesethatmayhavesoured.Itwon’thurttherolls!

2.ThisrecipeworkswellwithBronzeChefflour,ahighproteinflavorfulflour.

3.Tryadifferentpresentationandformeachrollbyfirstmaking3smallballs.Putall3intoonemuffintinandyou’llhavea3-leafcloverroll.

BreadMachineAll-BranRollsSheilaRaim

Oxford,IA

Makes16servings

PreparationTime:10minutes,plus1½hourdoughcycle

RisingTime:1hour



½cupdryAll-Brancereal

¼cupoil

¼cuphoney

¾tsp.salt

1egg


2-2¼cupsunbleachedflour

2tsp.dryfast-risingyeast

1Tbsp.wheatgluten

3Tbsp.butter,melted

1.Addallingredientsexcept3Tbsp.buttertobreadpaninorderlisted.AllowAll-Brantosoakinthewateruntilitissoftbeforebeginningthedoughcycle.

2.Adjusttheamountofflourasneededsothatthedoughcleansthesidesofthebreadpanasitkneads.Usethedoughsettingonthebreadmachine.

3.Attheendofthecycle,dividethedoughinhalf.Rollouteachhalfintoa10”circle.

4.Spreadthecircleswithathincoatofmeltedbutter.Thencuteachcircleinto8pie-shapedwedges.

5.Rollupeachwedge,startingfromthewideedge.

6.Placewedgesonbakingsheets,about2inchesapart,andletriseuntildouble,aboutanhour.


BreadSticksJaniceBurkholder,Richfield,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes

RisingTime:1-1½hours


1½cupswarm(120-130°)water

1Tbsp.dryyeast

1Tbsp.oil

1Tbsp.salt

1Tbsp.sugar

3cupswholewheatflour

1cupflour

¼cupbutter,melted

3Tbsp.vegetableoroliveoil

3Tbsp.Parmesancheese

1tsp.garlicpowder

2Tbsp.driedparsley

1tsp.driedoregano

1.Inlargemixingbowl,dissolveyeastinwarmwater.

2.Addoil,salt,andsugar.

3.Inseparatebowlmixflourstogether.

4.Stirflourintowetingredientsuntildoughbecomesstiff.

5.Placedoughonlightlyflouredsurfaceandkneadinflour,ifsomeremains,forseveralminutesuntilsmoothandelastic.

6.Placedoughingreasedbowl.Turndoughtogreaseallover,andthencover.Allowtoriseuntildoubleinsize,about1-1½hours.

7.Onaflat,lightlyflouredsurface,rolldoughoutintoa15”square.

8.Cutinhalfwithapizzacutter,andthencuteachhalfinto1”strips.Laystripsonalightlygreasedcookiesheet.

9.Inasmallbowl,combinebutter,oil,Parmesancheese,garlicpowder,parsley,andoregano.Brushstripsofdoughwiththemixture.

10.Bakeat400°for10-15minutesoruntilgoldenbrown.

11.Servewithcheesediporwarmpizzasauce.

Butter-DippedBreadSticksLoriNewswanger

Lancaster,PA

Makes32sticks



⅓cupbutterormargarine

2½cupsflour

1Tbsp.sugar

3½tsp.bakingpowder

1½tsp.salt

½–1cupgratedcheese

1cupmilk

Toppings:sesameseeds,garlicpowder,celeryseed,yourfavoriteherbs

1.Inasaucepan,orinthemicrowave,meltbutter.Setaside.

2.Inamixingbowl,combineflour,sugar,bakingpowder,salt,andcheese.

3.Addmilkandstirslowlywithafork.Whendoughclingstogether,turnontoawell-flouredboard.Rolldoughtocoatwithflour.Kneadgently10times.

4.Rolldoughintoa12x8rectangle,½”thick.Cutdoughinhalftoform212x4rectangles.Cuteachrectangleinto16¾”-widestrips.

5.Dipstripsinmeltedbutter.Layinrowsinlightlygreased9x13bakingpan.Sprinklewithyourchoiceoftoppings.

6.Bakeat450°for12-15minutes.Serveimmediately.

Weinerbrod(DanishPastry)PhyllisE.Wykes

Plano,IL

Makes24servings


StandingandRisingTime:3hoursand10minutes


1pkg.dryyeast

¼cupwarm(120-130°)water

1cupcoldmilk

1egg

10cardamomseeds

1½Tbsp.sugar

½tsp.salt

3cupsflour

2sticks(1cup)butter,atroomtemperature

½stick(4Tbsp.)butter,melted

1eggwhite

2cupsconfectionerssugar

1.Inasmallbowl,sprinkleyeastoverwarmwaterandletstand10minutes.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,combinemilk,egg,cardamomseeds,sugar,andsalt.Mixwell.Stirinyeast-waterandblendwell.

3.Stirintheflouruntiladoughformsthatisstiffenoughtoknead.

4.Placethedoughonaflouredsurfaceandrollintoa12”square.Place2sticksofbutterinthecenterofthesquareandfoldthesidesandendsoverthecenter.Rolloutandfoldinthismanner6times.

5.Placeintherefrigeratorforatleast2hours.Removefromfridge2hoursbeforereadytobake.

6.Rolloutlightlyintoa15x6rectangle.

7.Cutdoughinto24strips.Makeeachintoatwistorfigure-eight.Placeon2greasedbakingsheetsandletriseforanhourinawarmroom.

8.Brushwithmeltedbutterandbakeat400°for10minutes.

9.Meanwhile,makeathickfrostingof1eggwhiteand2cupsconfectionerssugar.Whenwellmixed,brushoverthepastrieswhilestillhot.(Thinfrostingwithabitofwaterifitistoostifftobrush.)

HolidayAlmondRingChristinaRicker

Gordonville,PA

Makes12servings

PrepTime:30minutes

RisingTime:3½hours


2pkgs.yeast

2cupsscaldedmilk

½cupsugar

2tsp.salt

2eggs,wellbeaten

7–7½cupsflour,divided

½cupmeltedshortening

Filling:

1½cupsbrownsugar

1½cupsflour

1½sticks(12Tbsp.)butter,cold

1½tsp.almondextract

Icing:

1½-2cupsconfectionerssugar

2-3Tbsp.warmmilk

1.Inalargemixingbowl,addyeasttocooled(lukewarm)scaldedmilk.Addsugarandsalt.Stiruntildissolved.

2.Stirinbeateneggsand3½cupsflour.Beatuntilsmooth.

3.Beatincooled,meltedshortening.Addremainingflourandstiruntilyou’veblendeditaswellasyoucan.

4.Turndoughoutontoflouredsurface.Coverwithbowlandletrestfor10minutes.

5.Kneaddoughuntilsmoothandelastic.

6.Placeinlargegreasedbowl,coverwithtowel,andletrisefor2hours.

7.Punchdown,cover,andletriseagainfor45minutes.

8.Whiledoughisrising,makefilling.Inmixingbowl,mixsugarandflourtogether.Cutinbutterwithpastrycutteruntilmixturebecomescrumbly.Gentlystirinalmondextract.Setaside.

9.Afterdoughhasrisenfor45minutes,punchitdownagain,shapeitintoaball,andthendivideitinto3equalparts.

10.Onlightlyflouredsurface,rolleachpieceintoalargecircleandspreadwith⅓ofthefilling.Rollupintoalongroll.

11.Placeeachinapiepan,formingaring.Sealtheendstogetherbyusingafewdropsofwater.Repeatforeachring.

12.Letrisefor35minutes.Bakeat350°for35minutes.

13.Whileringsarebaking,mixtogethericingingredientsinasmallbowluntilofspreadingconsistency.

14.Removebakedringsfromovenand,whiletheyarestillwarm,drizzlewithicing.

Tip:Thistakestime,butit’sworthit!

CheesyFlatBreadClariceWilliams

Fairbank,IA

Makes8servings

ThawingTime:8hours,orovernight

PrepTime:10minutes



1loaffrozenbreaddough

3Tbsp.butter,softened

2-3tsp.paprika

½tsp.driedoregano

½tsp.driedbasil

½tsp.garlicpowder

1cupshreddedmozzarellacheese

1.Allowfrozendoughtothawinthefridgefor8hours,orovernight.

2.Patthawedbreaddoughontobottomandupthesidesofagreased14”pizzapanor15”bakingpan,formingacrust.

3.Spreadwithbutterandsprinklewithherbs.

4.Prickthecrust;thensprinklewithcheese.

5.Coverandletriseinwarmplacefor30minutes.


7.Topwithyourfavoritepizzasauceandtoppings,andbakeuntilheatedthrough.Orserveasisfordippingintosouporspaghettisauce.

MonkeyBreadSheilaHeil

Lancaster,PA

Makes12servings

PrepTime:20minutes



½cupsugar

1tsp.cinnamon

37.5-oz.-cansrefrigeratedbuttermilkbiscuits

1cupbrownsugar

¾cupbutterormargarine,melted

1.Heatovento350°.Lightlygreasea12-cupflutedtube,orbundt,pan.

2.Mixsugarandcinnamontogetherinplasticbag.

3.Separatedoughinto30biscuits.Cuteachintoquarters.

4.Shake3or4biscuitpiecesatatimeinthebagtocoat.

5.Arrangecoatedpiecesinpan.

6.Inasmallmixingbowl,mixbrownsugarandbuttertogetherandpouroverbiscuitpieces.

7.Bake28-32minutes,oruntilgoldenbrownandnolongerdoughyincenter.

8.Coolinpanfor10minutes.

9.Turnupsidedownontoaservingplate.Servewarm,allowingeachpersonatthetabletopulloffpiecestoeat.

ApricotBreadLaurenEberhard

Seneca,IL

Makes10servings



1stick(½cup)butter,softened

2eggs

1cupsugar

½cupmilk

1tsp.orangeextract

2¼cupsflour,or1cupwholewheatflourand1¼cupsflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

1cupchoppedapricots,cannedordried

½cupchoppednuts

1.Inalargemixerbowl,creamtogetherbutter,eggs,andsugar.

2.Addmilkandorangeextract.Mixwell.

3.Blendinflourandbakingsoda.Mixwell.

4.Foldinapricotsandnuts.

5.Pourintoagreased9x5loafpan.

6.Bakeat325°for60minutes,oruntiltoothpickcomesoutclean.

7.Coolinpan10minutes.Removefrompanandplacebreadonwirerack.

BananaNutBreadLeonaYoder

Hartville,OH

LiliaFoltz

PicoRivera,CA

JenniferA.Crouse

Mt.Crawford,VA

Makes1loaf,orabout10slices



1scantcupsugar

1stick(½cup)butter,atroomtemperature

2eggs

3bananas,mashedpinchofsalt

1tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.bakingpowder

1¾cupsflour

1tsp.vanilla

1cupbrokennuts,optional

1.Inalargemixingbowl,beattogethersugarandbutter.Whenwellmixed,beatineggs.Stirinmashedbananas.

2.Inaseparatebowl,stirtogethersalt,bakingsoda,bakingpowder,andflour.Stirintowetingredientsandmixuntilwellblended.

3.Stirinvanillaandnuts,ifyouwish.

4.Pourintoagreased9x5loafpan.

5.Bakeat350°for45-50minutes,oruntiltesterinsertedincentercomesoutclean.

6.Allowtocool10minutesinpan.Thenremoveandcontinuecoolingonwirerack.

BananaBreadMargaretMoffitt

Bartlett,TN

Makes1loaf,orabout10slices



¾cupbutter,softened

1cupsugar

3bananas,mashed

1cupjam(blackberryworkswell)

2eggs,wellbeaten

2cupsflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

¾cupchoppedpecans

1.Inalargemixingbowl,creambutterandsugartogether.Addmashedbananas,jam,andeggs,andblendwell.

2.Inaseparatebowl,siftflourandbakingsodatogether.Addtowetingredients.Whenwellmixed,stirinnuts.

3.Linethebottomofa9x5loafpanwithwaxedpaper.

4.Bakeat350°forapproximately30minutes,oruntiltesterinsertedincenteroftopofloafcomesoutclean.

5.Allowtocoolinpanfor10minutes.Thenremoveloafandcontinuecoolingonwirerack.

ATip—

Freezeover-ripebananas.Usethemforsmoothiesorinbananabread.

BlueberryBreadReneeBaum

Chambersburg,PA

Makes1loaf


BakingTime:1hour

1egg

1cupsugar

2Tbsp.vegetableoil

⅔cuporangejuice

2cupsflour

1½tsp.bakingpowder

½tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.salt

1cupfreshorfrozenblueberries

1.Placeegginlargemixingbowlandbeatwell.

2.Addsugar,oil,andorangejuice,andcontinuebeatingtillwellmixed.

3.Inaseparatebowl,sifttogetherflour,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,andsalt.Addtowetingredientsandmixwell.

4.Gentlystirinblueberries.(Ifyouusefrozenblueberries,gentlymixthemwith1Tbsp.flourinaseparatebowlbeforeaddingtobatter.)

5.Pourintogreased9x5loafpan.

6.Bakeat350°for1hour.

Thisrecipecamefrommyhusband’sHomeEconomicsclass.

LemonTeaBreadIreneKlaeger,Inverness,FL

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


3Tbsp.butter,melted

1cupsugar

2eggs,atroomtemperature

1½cupsflour

1tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.salt

¾cupfreshlemonjuice,divided

2Tbsp.lemonzest,grated,divided

½cupsiftedconfectionerssugar

1.Pourbutterintomixingbowlandstirinsugar.Whenwellblended,beatineggs.

2.Inseparatemixingbowlstirtogetherflour,bakingpowder,andsalt.

3.Stirdryingredientsintowetingredients.Mixwell.

4.Add½cuplemonjuiceand1Tbsp.lemonzest.

5.Pourbatterintoagreasedandfloured9x5loafpan.

6.Bakeat350°for50minutes.Removefromovenandcool10minutes.

7.Whilebreadisbaking,mixconfectionerssugarwithremaining¼cuplemonjuiceand1Tbsp.lemonzestinasmallbowl.

8.Coolbreadfor10minutesinpan.Removefrompan,placeonaservingdish,andpourglazeovertop.

HarvestQuickBreadLorrainePflederer

Goshen,IN

Makes12slices



½cupcut-up,pittedprunes

2Tbsp.water

1cupfreshorfrozencranberries,chopped

1cupgratedapple

½cupapplejuice

1Tbsp.gratedlemonpeel

2eggwhites,lightlybeaten

2cupsflour

½cupsugar

½cupbrownsugar,firmlypacked

1tsp.bakingpowder

½tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.cinnamon

½tsp.nutmeg

½cupchoppedwalnuts,optional

1.Placeprunesandwaterinblenderandpuree.

2.Mixtogetherprunepuree,cranberries,apple,applejuice,lemonpeel,andeggwhitesinabowl.

3.Inaseparatelargebowl,combineflour,sugar,brownsugar,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,cinnamon,nutmeg,andnuts,ifyouwish.

4.Stirthewetingredientsintothedryingredientsuntiljustmoistened.Transfertoa9x5loafpan.

5.Bakeat350°for1hourand10minutes,oruntiltoothpickinsertedincentercomesoutclean.Coolinthepanfor10minutes.Removeandfinishcoolingonawirerack.

Tip:Toreducethebakingtime,bakein2smallerloafpans.Bake45-50minutes,andthencheckwithtoothpicktoseeiftheloavesarefullybaked.Iftheyarenot,bakelonger,checkingevery5minuteswithatoothpicktoseeiftheyarefinished.

GreenChiliBreadJeanneAllen

Rye,CO

Makes12-15servings



3cupsyellowcornmeal

1½tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.sugar

2tsp.salt

1cupvegetableoil

3eggs,beaten

1¾cupsmilk(wholeorevaporated)

1cupchoppedonion

1cupcream-stylecorn


1¼cupsgratedcheddarcheese

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combinecornmeal,bakingpowder,sugar,andsalt.

2.Inaseparatebowl,mixtogetheroil,eggs,andmilk.Pourwetingredientsintodryingredientsandblendwell.

3.Stirinonion,corn,chilies,andcheese.Mixgentlyuntilvegetablesandcheesearewelldistributed.

4.Spoonmixtureintoagreased9x13bakingpan.

5.Bakeat350°for40-60minutes,oruntiltesterinsertedinbreadcomesoutclean.

SourCreamCornBreadIdaHGoering

Dayton,VA

Makes12servings



¾cupyellowcornmeal

1cupflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.creamoftarter

1tsp.salt

3Tbsp.sugar

1egg,wellbeaten

1cupsourcream

½cupmilk

3Tbsp.butter,melted


2.Greasea9x9,or7x11,bakingpan.

3.Measurecornmealintoamixingbowlandsiftintoittheflour,bakingsoda,creamoftarter,salt,andsugar.

4.Inaseparatebowl,beateggwell,andthenaddsourcream,milk,andmeltedbutter.

5.Pourwetingredientsintoflourmixture.Stirjustuntilwellmixed.

6.Pourintobakingpan.

7.Bakeat400°for20-22minutes,oruntiltesterinsertedincenterofbreadcomesoutclean.

8.Servehot.

Tips:

1.Leftoverscanbesplitintopieces,butteredlightly,andplacedunderthebroileruntilbrowned.Delicious!

2.Forbreakfast,servethecornbreadwithsausagegravyandfriedapplesontheside.Foramainmeal,serveitwithsmokedsausage,steamedcabbage,pintobeans,andapplesauce.

PineappleNutBreadEstherHartzler

Carlsbad,NM

Makestwoloaves,orabout20slices



1½cupdryquickoats

2½cupsflour

2tsp.salt

2tsp.bakingsoda

4eggs

1½cupssugar

2½-3cupscrushedpineappleorpineapplechunks,drained,butwithjuicereserved

1cupgratedcoconut

1½cupschoppedorbrokenpecans

1.Greaseandflourtwo9x5loafpans.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,stirtogetherdryoats,flour,salt,andbakingsoda.

3.Inaseparatebowl,beateggs.Thenstirinsugaruntilwellblended.

4.Stirwetingredientsintodryingredients.

5.Gentlystirindrainedpineapple,coconut,andpecans.Ifmixtureseemstoodry,addseveraltablespoonsofreservedpineapplejuice.

6.Pourintoloafpans.Bakeat350°for45-60minutes,oruntiltopsofloavesbrown,andatoothpickinsertedinthemiddleofthetopsoftheloavescomesoutclean.

PumpkinBreadJanMcDowell

NewHolland,PA

JanetDerstine

Telford,PA

Makes3loaves,orabout30slices


BakingTime:1hour

3cupssugar

⅔cupwater

1cupvegetableoil

4eggs,beaten

2cups(15-oz.can)preparedpumpkin

3½cupsflour

1½tsp.salt

1tsp.cinnamon

½tsp.nutmeg

2tsp.bakingsoda

2cupsraisins,optional

2cupchoppedwalnutsorpecans,optional

1.Inalargemixingbowl,dissolvesugarinwaterandoil.Addeggsandpumpkinandmixwell.

2.Inaseparatebowl,combinealldryingredients.Addtopumpkinmixture.Mixuntilallingredientsarejustmoistened.

3.Ifyouwish,stirinraisinsandnuts.

4.Divideinto3greasedandfloured9x5loafpans.


6.Allowtocoolinpanfor10minutes.Removefrompanandletcoolcompletelyonwirerackbeforeslicing.

Tip:Thisisverymoistpumpkinbread.Serveitwithwarmapplecideronacoolautumnevening.Orsliceitthin,spreadeachslicewithwhippedcreamcheese,andtopitwithanotherslice.Cut“sandwiches”intoquarters.

StrawberryBreadSallyHolzem

Schofield,WI

Makes2loaves

PrepTime:20minutes


3cupsflour

2cupssugar

1tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.salt

1tsp.cinnamon

4eggsbeaten

1¼cupsvegetableoil

210-oz.pkgs.frozenstrawberries,thawedandchopped,or2cupsfreshstrawberries,chopped

1cupchoppedpecans,optional

Frosting:

halfan8-oz.blockofcreamcheese,softened

1tsp.vanilla

9–10Tbsp.butter,softened


choppednuts,optional

1.Inalargebowl,combineflour,sugar,bakingsoda,salt,andcinnamon.Whenwellmixed,formawellinthecenterofthemixture.

2.Inaseparatebowl,combinebeateneggs,vegetableoil,strawberries,andchoppedpecans.Pourintowellindryingredientsandstiruntilevenlymixed.

3.Spoonmixtureinto2greasedandfloured9x5loafpans.

4.Bakeat350°for45-60minutes,untilatesterinsertedinthecenterofthetopsoftheloavescomesoutclean.

5.Letloavescoolinpansfor10minutes.Removetowireracksandletcoolcompletely.

6.Tomakethefrosting,beatcreamcheese,vanilla,andbuttertogetheruntilcreamyinamedium-sizedbowl.Gentlystirinconfectionersandchoppednutsuntilwelldistributed.Spreadfrostingovercooledbread.

Tip:Thisbreadfreezeswell.

ATip—

Togetthebestheightandtexturewhenmakingmuffins,rememberthatthebattershouldbelumpyandtheingredientsjustmoisteneduniformly.Inotherwords,don’t

over-stirthebatter.

AppleCranberryMuffinsWendyB.Martzall

NewHolland,PA

Makes12muffins



1¾cupsflour

¼cupsugar

2½tsp.bakingpowder

¾tsp.salt

½tsp.cinnamon

1egg,well-beaten

¾cupmilk

⅓cupvegetableoil

1cupapple,peeledandfinelychopped

½cupchoppedfrozencranberries

1.Inalargemixingbowl,stirtogetherflour,sugar,bakingpowder,salt,andcinnamon.Whenwellmixed,makeawellinthecenterofthedryingredients.

2.Inaseparatebowl,blendtogetheregg,milk,oil,apple,andcranberries.

3.Addallatoncetodryingredients.Stirjustuntilmoistened.

4.Fillpaper-linedorgreasedmuffincupsabout⅔full.

5.Bakeat400°for15-20minutes,oruntiltopsarelightlybrowned,andtoothpickinsertedincenterofmuffinscomesoutclean.Coolintinsfor10minutes.Thenremoveandcontinuecoolingonwirerack.

Tip:I’veuseddriedcranberriesaswellwithgoodresults.GrannySmithapplesaremychoice,butotherbakingappleswork,too.

ApplePumpkinMuffins

YvonneKauffmanBoettger

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes18-20muffins



2½cupsflour

2cupssugar

1Tbsp.pumpkinpiespice

1tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.salt

2eggs

1cupcannedorcookedpumpkin

½cupvegetableoil

2cupsfinelychopped,peeledapples

Streusel:

⅓cupsugar

3Tbsp.flour

½tsp.groundcinnamon

4tsp.butterormargarine,atroomtemperature

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combineflour,sugar,spice,bakingsoda,andsalt.

2.Inanotherbowl,combineeggs,pumpkin,andoil.Stirintodryingredients,justtomoisten.

3.Foldinapples.Fillpaper-linedmuffincups⅔full.

4.Inasmallbowl,combinesugar,flour,andcinnamonforstreuseltopping.Cutinbutteruntilcrumbly.Sprinkleovertopofeachmuffin.

5.Bakeat350°for35-40minutes,oruntilgoldenbrown,andtoothpickinsertedinmuffintopscomesoutclean.

6.Cool5minutesbeforeremovingfrompanstowireracks.

ATip—

Tunnelsinmuffins,peaksintheircenters,andasoggytexturearecausedfromover-mixing.

BananaWheatGermMuffinsTerryStutzmanMast

Lodi,California

Makes12muffins



1½cupsflour

1cuptoastedwheatgerm

½cupbrownsugar

1Tbsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.salt

¾tsp.groundnutmeg

2eggs,beaten

½cupmilk

¼cupmeltedbutter

1cup(2large)mashedripebananas

½cupchoppedwalnuts


2.Lightlygreasethemuffintinsorlinethemwithbakingpapers.

3.Inalargemixingbowl,combineflour,wheatgerm,sugar,bakingpowder,salt,andnutmeg.Blendwell.

4.Inaseparatebowl,beateggsintomilk.Addmeltedbutterandbanana,continuingto

beatuntilsmooth.

5.Addbananamixturetodryingredients,justuntilblended.Becarefulnottoover-mix.

6.Gentlystirinnuts.

7.Spoonbatterintomuffincups,filling⅔full.Bake18-20minutes,untilmuffinsbecomearichbrown.

8.Allowtocoolfor10minutesinmuffincups,thenremoveandserve,orplaceonwirerackuntilcompletelycoolandreadytobestored.

9.Servewarmorcold.

Tip:Thisisaperfect,healthyuseforthoseripeuneatenbananasthatcanbefoundeverynowandtheninthekitchen.

Allkidslovethese.It’sfuntoseemykids,andtheneighborkids,gobblethemupforsnacks!

BlueberryMuffinsLoisStoltzfus

HoneyBrook,PA

Makes12-16muffins

PrepTime:20minutes


2cupsflour

½cupsugar

2tsp.bakingpowder

½tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.salt

2eggs

1cupvanillaorlemonyogurt

¼cupoil

1cupblueberries,freshorfrozen*

Crumbs:

4Tbsp.sugar

2Tbsp.flour

1Tbsp.butter,atroomtemperature

1.Inalargemixingbowl,mixdryingredientstogether.

2.Inanotherbowl,beateggs.Addyogurt,oil,andblueberries.Gentlyaddtodryingredientsuntiljustmoistened.

3.Placebatteringreased,orpaper-linedmuffintins,fillingeach⅔full.

4.Usingoneofthemixingbowlsyou’vejustemptied,blendcrumbingredientswithapastryblenderorforkandsprinkleontopofmuffins.

5.Bakeat400°for20minutes,oruntiltesterinsertedintopsofmuffinscomesoutclean.

*Ifusingfrozenberries,firsttosstheminaseparatebowlwith1Tbsp.flourbeforestirringthemintothebatter.

BranFlaxMuffinsRuthFisher,Leicester,NY

Makes15muffins

PrepTime:20minutes


1½cupsflour

¾cupflaxseedmeal

¾cupoatbran

1cupbrownsugar

2tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.bakingpowder

½tsp.salt

2tsp.cinnamon

1½cupscarrots,shredded

2apples,peeledandshredded,orchoppedfine

½cupraisins,optional

1cupchoppednuts

¾cupmilk

2eggs,beaten

1tsp.vanilla

1.Inalargebowl,mixtogetherflour,flaxseedmeal,oatbran,brownsugar,bakingsoda,bakingpowder,salt,andcinnamon.

2.Stirincarrots,apples,raisins,andnuts.

3.Inaseparatebowl,combinemilk,eggs,andvanilla.Pourliquidingredientsintodryingredientsandstirjustuntilmoistened.Donotover-mix.

4.Filllightlygreasedmuffintins¾full.Bakeat350°for15-20minutes.

Tips:

1.Youcanbuyflaxseedmealatbulkfoodorhealthfoodstores.

2.Flaxseedisamajorsourceoffiber.

DoubleChocolateMuffinsJanetGroff,Stevens,PA

Makes12muffins

PrepTime:15minutes


½cupdryquickoats

⅓cupmilk

1cupflour

½cupwholewheatflour

2Tbsp.bran

½cupsugar

¼cupbrownsugar

⅓cupcocoapowder

¼tsp.salt

1roundedtsp.bakingpowder

1egg

¼cupvegetableoil

1cupmilk

1Tbsp.vanilla

¾cupchocolatechips

Glaze:

1-2Tbsp.peanutbutter


water

1.Inamicrowavablecontainer,combinequickoatsand⅓cupmilk.Microwaveonhigh1½minutes.Setaside.

2.Inalargebowl,combineflours,bran,sugars,cocoapowder,salt,andbakingpowder.

3.Inaseparatebowl,stirtogetheroatsmixture,egg,oil,milk,vanilla,andchocolatechips.

4.Gentlyfoldwetingredientsintodryingredients,mixingjustuntilmoistened.

5.Spoonbatterinto12greasedmuffincups,makingeach¾full.

6.Bakeat350°for30minutes,oruntiltoothpickinsertedinmuffintopscomesoutclean.Allowmuffinstocoolfor10minutesbeforeremovingfromtins.

7.Tomakeglaze:Combinepeanutbutterandpowderedsugarinasmallbowl.Addwatertodesiredconsistencyandstiruntilsmooth.Drizzleoverwarmmuffins.

Low-FatChocolateMuffinsTeresaMartin

Gordonville,PA

Makes12servings



1½cupsflour

¾cupsugar

¼cupbakingcocoa

2tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.salt

⅔cupfat-freevanillayogurt

⅔cupskimmilk

½tsp.vanilla

confectionerssugar,optional

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combineflour,sugar,bakingcocoa,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,andsalt.

2.Inaseparatebowl,stirtogetheryogurt,milk,andvanillauntilwellmixed.

3.Stirwetingredientsintodryingredients,justuntilmoistened.

4.Fillgreasedmuffintins⅔full.

5.Bakeat400°for15-20minutes,oruntiltoothpickinsertedincentersofmuffinscomesoutclean.

6.Coolfor5minutesbeforeremovingfrompantowirerack.

7.Dustwithconfectionerssugar,ifyouwish.

Tip:Thesemuffinsfreezewell.

CoconutMuffinsVickiHill

Memphis,TN

Makes12muffins




1cupsugar

2eggs

½cupmilk

1tsp.coconutextract

1½cupsflour

1tsp.bakingpowder

¼tsp.salt

⅔cupgratedcoconut

1.Inalargemixingbowlbeatbutterandsugartogetheruntilthoroughlymixed.

2.Stirineggs,milk,andextractandblendwell.

3.Inaseparatebowl,stirtogetherflour,bakingpowder,salt,andcoconut.

4.Gentlystirdryingredientsintowetingredientsuntildryingredientsaremoistened.

5.Spoonintogreasedmuffintinsormuffinpapercups,fillingeachabout⅔full.

6.Bakeat350°for20-25minutes,oruntiltoothpickinsertedinmuffintopscomesoutclean.

ATip—

Keepnutsinthefreezersoyou’llhavethemwhenyouneedthem.

MorningGloryMuffinsMaryJaneHoober

Shipshewana,IN

Makesabout36muffins



3eggs

1cupvegetableoil

2tsp.vanilla

1¼cupssugar

2cups,plus2Tbsp.,flour

2tsp.bakingsoda

2tsp.cinnamon

½tsp.salt

2cupsgratedcarrots

1cupraisins

½cupnuts,chopped

½cupgratedcoconut

1apple,peeled,cored,andgrated,orchoppedfinely

1.Inalargemixingbowlbeateggs.Thenaddoil,vanilla,andsugarandcombinewell.

2.Inaseparatemixingbowl,stirtogetherflour,bakingsoda,cinnamon,andsalt.Whenwellmixed,addremainingingredients.

3.Pourdry-fruitingredientsintocreamedingredients.Blendjustuntileverythingismoistened.

4.Fillgreasedmuffintins⅔full.Bakeat350°for20minutes,oruntiltesterinsertedincentercomesoutclean.

PumpkinChipMuffinsJuliaHorst

Gordonville,PA

SherriGrindle

Goshen,IN

Makes36muffins

PrepTime:10minutes


4eggs

2cupssugar

15-or16-oz.canpumpkin

¾cupvegetableoil

¾cupplainyogurt

3cupsflour

2tsp.bakingsoda

2tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.cinnamon

1tsp.salt

2cupschocolatechips

1.Inalargebowl,beateggs,sugar,pumpkin,oil,andyogurtuntilsmooth.

2.Inaseparatebowl,combineflour,bakingsoda,bakingpowder,cinnamon,andsalt.

3.Adddryingredientstopumpkinmixtureandmixjustuntilmoistened.

4.Foldinchocolatechips.

5.Fillpaper-linedmuffincups¾full.

6.Bakeat400°for17minutes,oruntiltesterinsertedincenterofmuffintopscomesoutclean.

CreamyAsparagusSoupMaryE.Riha

Antigo,WI

Makes4servings

PrepTime:30minutes


¼cupsesameseeds

2Tbsp.oliveoil


2mediumpotatoes,cubed

4cupschickenstock,divided

1lb.rawasparagus,brokenin1”pieces

1tsp.salt

dashofpepper

2cupschickenstock

dashofnutmeg

sourcream

saltedsunflowerseeds,optional

1.Instockpot,sautésesameseedsinoliveoiluntilbrown.Addonionsandpotatoes.Cookandstiruntilpotatoesbegintostick.

2.Add2cupsstock,asparagus,salt,andpepper.Bringtoboil.Reduceheatandsimmeruntilpotatoesaredone.

3.Carefullypourone-fourthofhotmixtureintoblender.Coverandblenduntilsmooth.(Holdthelidonwithapotholdertokeeptheheatfrompushingitoff.)

4.Putpureedsoupbackinstockpot.Continueblendingcookedsoup,one-fourthatatime.Continuetoaddpureedsoupbackintostockpot.

5.Whenallsouphasbeenpureed,add2morecupschickenstocktosoupinstockpot.Heatthoroughly.

6.Addadashofnutmeg.

7.Topeachservingwithadollopofsourcreamandasprinklingofsunflowerseeds.Soups,Stews,andChilis

ATip—

Writeinyourcookbookthedatewhenyoutriedaparticularrecipeandwhetherornotyoulikedit.Developaratingsystemforeachrecipeyoutry(Excellent,Good,Yummy,Okay).Writenotesaboutwhatmightbeagoodadditionordeletionthenexttimeyoumakeit.

SouthwestBeanSoupKathyKeenerShantz

Lancaster,PA

Makes6-7servings



2Tbsp.oil

1onion,diced

4garliccloves,minced

2tsp.cumin

1tsp.salt

1tsp.chilipowder

¼tsp.groundredpepper

215-oz.canscorn,drained

215-oz.cansdicedtomatoes

15-oz.canblackbeans,drained

15-oz.cankidneybeans,drained

4cupschickenbroth

choppedfreshcilantro

blueorwhitecornchips

plainyogurtorsourcream

1.Inlargesaucepan,sautéonion,garlic,andseasoningsinoil.

2.Stirincorn,tomatoes,beans,andchickenbroth.Bringtoboil.Reduceheat.Coverandsimmerfor20-30minutes.

3.Servetoppedwithfreshcilantro,crushedcornchips,andyogurt.

BlackBeanSweetPotatoSoupCarisaFunk

Hillsboro,KS

Makes4servings



1Tbsp.oil



2medium-sizedrawsweetpotatoes,peeledanddiced

1Tbsp.chilipowder

16-oz.jarsalsa

1cupwater

215-oz.cansblackbeans,drained

sourcream

freshcilantro

1.Inlargesaucepan,sautéonionandgarlicinoilfor4minutes.

2.Stirinsweetpotatoes,chilipowder,salsa,andwater.Heattoboiling.Reduceheatandcook12-15minutes,oruntilpotatoesareforktender.

3.Addbeans.Cook3moreminutes.

4.Garnishindividualservingswithsourcreamandfreshcilantro.

ATip—

Addingsalttodrybeansbeforetheyarecookedsoftwillpreventthemfromgettingsoft.

BeanSoupwithTurkeySausageDorothyReise

SevernaPark,MD

D.FernRuth

Chalfont,PA

Makes4servings



8ozs.turkeykielbasa

4cupschickenbroth

215-oz.canscannellonibeans,drainedandrinsed

½-1cuponion,chopped

1tsp.driedbasil,crushed

¼tsp.coarselygroundpepper

1clovegarlic,minced

1carrot,peeledandsliced,or1cupbabycarrots

halfared,yellow,ororangebellpepper,sliced

3cupsfreshspinach,cleaned,or10-oz.pkg.frozenspinach

freshparsley,chopped

1.Cutturkeykielbasalengthwise,andtheninto½”slices.SautéinDutchovenorlargesaucepanuntilbrowned,stirringoccasionallysoitdoesn’tstick.

2.Combineallingredientsinpanexceptspinachandparsley.

3.Bringtoboil,andthenreduceheat.Coverandsimmer10-15minutes,oruntilonion

andcarrotsaretender.

4.Ifyou’reusingfrozenspinach,addittothesoupandletitthawinthesouppot.Stiroccasionallytobreakupspinachandtohaveitheatthrough.

5.Ifyou’reusingfreshspinach,removestemsfromfreshspinach,stack,andcutinto1”strips.Removesoupfromheatandstirinspinachandparsleyuntilspinachwilts.

6.Serveimmediately.

Variation:Forathickersoup,remove1cupofhotsoupafterStep3andcarefullyprocessinfirmlycoveredblenderorfoodprocessoruntilsmooth.StirbackintosoupandcontinuewithStep4.

CheesyBroccoliCauliflowerSoupMarciaS.Myer

Manheim,PA

Makes5-6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


6Tbsp.butter

¼cupchoppedonion

½cupflour

2cupsmilk

1cup(4ozs.)cubedVelveetaorAmericancheese

214-oz.canschickenbroth

2cupschoppedbroccoli,freshorfrozen

2cupschoppedcauliflower,freshorfrozen

¼cupfinelychoppedorgratedcarrots

¼cupchoppedcelery

salttotaste

¼tsp.pepper

1.Meltbutterinlargesaucepan.Stirinonionandsautéuntiljusttender.

2.Stirinflouruntilwellblended.Slowlyaddmilkovermediumheat,stirringconstantlyuntilthickenedandsmooth.

3.Stirincheese,continuingtostiruntilcheesemelts.Setaside.

4.Inaseparatesaucepan,simmerbroccoli,cauliflower,carrots,andceleryinchickenbrothuntilalmosttender.

5.Seasonwithsalt,ifyouwish,andpepper.

6.Pourcheesysauceintovegetablesandheatthrough.

Variations:

1.Insteadofchickenbroth,use2chickenbouilloncubesand1¾cupswaterinStep4.

2.Insteadofcauliflower,use2additionalcupsbroccoli,freshorfrozen.—MaryJaneMusser

Manheim,PA

BroccoliChowderRuthE.Martin

Loysville,PA

Makes6servings



2cupsdicedpotatoes,peeledorunpeeled,yourchoice

½cupwater

2cupschoppedbroccoli,fresh,or10-oz.pkg.choppedbroccoli,frozen

2Tbsp.onion

1cupcorn

¼-½cupcooked,dicedham,optional

3cupsmilk

½tsp.salt,optional

⅛tsp.pepper

1tsp.powderedchickenbouillon,or1chickenbouilloncube

½cupVelveetacheese,cubed

1.Inmedium-sizedsaucepan,cookpotatoesinwater.Whenpotatoesarealmostsoft,addbroccoliandonion.Cookuntiltender.

2.Addcorn,ham,ifyouwish,milk,seasonings,andbouillon.Heat,butdonotboil.

3.Turnoffandaddcubedcheese.Letcheesemeltforabout3-4minutes.Stirandserve.

CheesyChowderRuthAnnGingrich

NewHolland,PA

MaryKayNolt

Newmanstown,PA

PatUnternahrer

Wayland,IA

MaryannMarkano

WIlmington,DE

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


2cupswater


½cupcarrots,dicedorshredded

¼cuponions,diced

½cupdicedcelery,optional

1tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

WhiteSauce:

¼cupbutter

¼cupflour

2cupsmilk

2cupsgratedcheddarcheese

1cupcubedham

1.Inalargesaucepan,combinewater,potatoes,carrots,onions,celery,ifyouwish,salt,andpepper.Simmer,covered,for10-12minutes,oruntilvegetablesaretender.

2.Whilevegetablescook,inmedium-sizedsaucepan,meltbutter.Addflourandstiruntilsmooth.

3.Slowlyaddmilk,stirringcontinuously,andcookuntilthickened.

4.Addcheeseandstiroverlowheatuntilmelted.

5.Addcubedhamtocheesysauce.

6.Whenvegetablesaretender,gentlystirwhitesaucemixtureintotheundrainedvegetables.

7.Servewhenthoroughlymixedtogether.

Tip:Youcanadjustthethicknessofthesoupbypouringsomeofthecookingwateroffthevegetablesbeforeaddingthecheesysauce.

Variation:MakeCheesyChickenChowderbymakingthefollowingsubstitutions:

1.Use3cupschickenbrothinsteadof2cupswater.

2.Use1cupdicedcarrotsinsteadof½cupand½cupdicedonioninsteadof¼cup.

3.Use2cupsdicedcookedchickeninsteadof1cupcookedham.—NancyFunk

NorthNewton,KS

TomatoMushroomSoupD.FernRuth

Chalfont,PA

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


2cupsslicedfreshmushrooms

⅓cupchoppedonion


4Tbsp.butter

6Tbsp.flour

214.5-oz.canschickenbroth

214.5-oz.cansdicedtomatoes,undrained

4Tbsp.chopped,freshbasilleaves,or1½Tbsp.driedbasil

1Tbsp.sugar

1tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

1.Inalargesaucepan,sautémushrooms,onion,andgarlicinbutteruntiltender.Removevegetablesfrompanandsetaside.Leaveasmuchofthedrippingsasyoucaninthepan.

2.Inthesamepan,combineflourandchickenbrothwithdrippingsuntilsmooth.Bringtoboilandstir2-4minutes,oruntilthickened.

3.Returnmushroommixturetosaucepanandstirintothickenedchickenbroth.

4.Addtomatoes,basil,sugar,salt,andpepper.Cookovermediumheat10-15minutes,stirringoccasionally.

5.Removefromheat.Coolslightly.Thenpureeintightlycoveredblender(¼ofthemixtureatatime)untilsmooth.

6.Garnishwithbasilleavesandservehot.

Tips:

1.Flavorsblendnicelywhenyoumakethesoupadayaheadandallowittostandovernight.

2.Usefreshtomatoesinseason.

ATip—

Remembertouseleftovercookedvegetablesfromyourrefrigeratorwhenmakingsoup.

FreshVegetableSoup

SandraChang,Derwood,MD

Makes4-6servings



StandingTime:1hour

4Tbsp.butter

½cupofeach:

dicedcelery

dicedonions

smallchunksofpeeledcarrots

choppedcabbage

dicedzucchini

freshorfrozenwhole-kernelcorn

freshorfrozencut-upgreenbeans

2cupscannedwholetomatoes

4cupsbeefstock

2Tbsp.sugar

salttotaste

peppertotaste

½cupfreshorfrozenpetitepeas

1.In4-quartsaucepan,meltbutter.Sautécelery,onions,carrots,cabbage,andzucchiniinbutteruntilvegetablesaresoftbutnotbrown.

2.Addrestofingredients,except½cuppeas.

3.Simmergentlyfor30-45minutes,oruntilvegetablesarecookedbutnotmushy.

4.Takepanoffheatandstirinpeas.Allowsouptostandforonehourbeforeserving.

5.Reheatjustuntilheatedthroughandserve.

Spicy,No-SaltHamburgerSoupJaneFrownfelter

GrandBlanc,MI

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:30minutes

CookingTime:2hoursand10minutes

2lbs.groundbeef

5¾cups(46ozs.)V-8juice

14.5-oz.canstewedtomatoes,undrained

1bayleaf

1Tbsp.garlicpowder

2cupschoppedcelery

1cupslicedcarrots

2cupsgreenbeans

2cupsslicedorshreddedcabbage

1tsp.driedbasil

½tsp.driedoregano

2tsp.onionflakes

7-oz.canslicedorchoppedmushrooms,drained


1.Inlargesaucepan,brownbeef.Drainwell.

2.Addallotheringredientstobeefinsaucepan.

3.Simmer,covered,for2hours.

Variation:Insteadofgreenbeans,use2largepotatoes,chopped.—LouiseBodziony

SunriseBeach,MO

CheeseburgerSoupMarcellaHeatwole

NorthLawrence,OH

JeanHindal,Grandin,IA

BeverlyHigh,Ephrata,PA

SherlynHess,Millersville,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:30minutes


½lb.groundbeef

¾cupchoppedonions

¾cupshreddedcarrots

¾cupdicedcelery

¼tsp.driedbasil

1tsp.driedparsleyflakes

4Tbsp.butterormargarine,divided

3cupschickenbroth


¼cupflour

1½cupsmilk

¾tsp.salt

¼-½tsp.pepper

8ozs.cheddarcheese,grated

¼cupsourcream

1.Insaucepan,brownbeef.Drain.Setaside.

2.Insamesaucepan,sautéonions,carrots,celery,basil,andparsleyin1Tbsp.butteruntilvegetablesaretender.

3.Addbroth,potatoes,andbeef.Bringtoboil.Reduceheat,cover,andsimmerfor10-12minutes,oruntilpotatoesaretender.

4.Whilemeatandpotatoescook,insmallskilletmelt3Tbsp.butter.Stirinflouruntilsmooth.Cookandstir3-5minutes.

5.Reduceheattolow.Addmilk,salt,andpepper.Stiruntilmixturethickensandbecomessmooth.

6.Slowlystiringratedcheese,about½-cupfulatatime.Continuetostiruntilcheeseisfullymeltedandblendedintowhitesauce.

7.Blendinsourcream.Heat,butdonotboil.

8.Whenvegetablesaretenderandcheesywhitesauceisfinished,pourthewhitesauceintothevegetablemixtureandgentlystirtogether.

9.Whenwellmixedandheatedthrough,serve.

HeartyBeefBarleySoupKarenGingrich,

NewHolland,PA

Makes4-5servings

PreparationTime:5-10minutes


1lb.beeftips


¼tsp.garlicpowder

32-oz.can(3½cups)beefbroth

2medium-sizedcarrots,sliced

¼tsp.driedthyme

dashofpepper

½cupquick-cookingbarley

1.Cookbeefinnon-sticksaucepanuntilbrownedandjuicesevaporate,about10minutes,stirringoften.

2.Addmushroomsandgarlicpowderandcookuntilmushroomsbegintowilt,about5minutes.

3.Addbroth,carrots,thyme,andpepper.

4.Heattoboiling.Stirinbarley.Coverandcookoverlowheatfor20minutes,oruntilbarleyistender.

BeefBarleySoupJanRankin

Millersville,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


2-2½-lb.chuckroast

2cupstomato,orV8,juice

1ribcelery,finelychopped

2carrots,diced

water

1cupquick-cookingbarley

1.Inlargesaucepan,placemeat,tomatojuice,celery,andcarrots.Addwatertocover.

2.Cookuntilmeatissoftandtender,approximatelyanhour.

3.Removemeat.Cutintosmallpiecesandreturntopot.

4.Addbarley.Cook15-30minutesmore,oruntilbarleyistender.

ChoppedBeefPotpourriBeckyFrey

Lebanon,PA

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


¾lb.groundbeef

3medium-sizedonions,chopped

⅓cuppearlbarley

2cupstomatojuice,ordicedtomatoes

1tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

3carrots,diced

3potatoes,diced,peeledorunpeeled,yourchoice

3ribscelery,diced

1qt.water

1.Brownbeefandonionsinlargepan.Drainoffmeatdrippings.

2.Addremainingingredients.

3.Coverandsimmer60minutes,oruntilvegetablesandbarleyaretender.

Variation:Add2cupsbrokengreenbeansand2cupsslicedcabbagetoStep2,ifyouwish.—WilmaHaberkamp

Fairbank,IA

PastaFagioliSoupStacieSkelly,Millersville,PA

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:20minutes


1lb.groundbeef

1cupdicedonions

1cupjuliennedcarrots

1cupchoppedcelery



15-oz.canredkidneybeans,undrained

15-oz.canGreatNorthernbeans,undrained

15-oz.cantomatosauce

12-oz.canV-8juice

1Tbsp.vinegar

1½tsp.salt

1tsp.driedoregano

1tsp.driedbasil

½tsp.pepper

½tsp.driedthyme

½lb.ditalipasta*

1.Browngroundbeefinalargestockpot.Drainoffdrippings.

2.Tobrownedbeef,addonions,carrots,celery,andgarlic.Sautéfor10minutes.

3.Addremainingingredients,exceptpasta,andstirwell.Simmer,covered,for1hour.

4.About50minutesintocookingtime,cookpastainaseparatesaucepan,accordingtothedirectionsonthepackage.

5.Adddrainedpastatothelargepotofsoup.Simmerfor5-10minutesandserve.

*Ifyoucan’tfindtheseshorttubes,youcansubstituteelbowmacaronis.

SpaghettiSoupBrendaJ.Hochstedler

EastEarl,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1lb.groundbeef


1Tbsp.oil


½cupketchup

14-oz.or16-oz.canporkandbeans

3qts.water

1Tbsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

¼lb.uncookedspaghetti

1.Inlargestockpot,browngroundbeefandonioninoil.

2.AddWorcestershiresauce,ketchup,porkandbeans,water,salt,andpepper.Bringtoboil,andthensimmer,covered,for5minutes.

3.Breakspaghettiintosmallpiecesandaddtosimmeringmixture.

4.Cookfor30minutes,stirringoccasionallytokeepspaghettisuspendedinmixture.

ChickenorTurkeyVegetableBarleySoupEstherJMast

Lancaster,PA

Makes10-12servings

PrepTime:45minutes

SimmeringTime:70minutes(ifusingpre-cookedchickenorturkey)

5qts.freshchickenorturkeybroth,fatskimmedoff

2cupsdicedcelery

2cupsslicedcarrots

2cupsgreenbeans

1onion,chopped

¾cuppearlbarley

2-3cupscookedchickenorturkey,diced


freshparsley,ifdesired

1.Insouppot,combinebroth,celery,carrots,greenbeans,onion,andbarley.Simmerapproximately1hour,oruntilvegetablesandbarleyaretenderbutnotmushy.

2.Addcookeddicedchicken,saltandpeppertotaste,andheatthoroughly.

3.Servepipinghot,garnishedwithfreshparsley.

Tips:

1.Use2cupsdicedpotatoesinsteadofbarley.

2.Foratastyvariationonthetraditionalchicken-brothflavoring,tieintoacheeseclothbag1bayleaf,10kernelswholeblackpeppercorns,and1wholestaranise.Placebagofspicesinwaterwhilecookingawholechicken.Simmerslowlyforabout2hours,untilchickenistenderandbrothiswellflavored.DebonechickenandreserveforStep2above.

ATip—

Don’tbeafraidtoinvitefriendsinforameal.Theywillacceptyourcookingfreely,especiallyifyoudon’tapologizeforthefood.

ChickenTortelliniSoup

MarySeielstad

Sparks,NV

Makes4-6servings





5cupschickenbroth

9-oz.pkg.frozencheesetortellini

1½cupsdicedcookedchicken

14-oz.canstewedtomatoes

10-oz.pkg.frozenspinach

½tsp.pepper

1tsp.driedbasil

¼cupgratedParmesancheese

1.Inlargesaucepan,meltbutterandsautégarlicfor2minutesovermediumheat.

2.Stirinbrothandtortelliniandbringtoaboil.Cover,reduceheat,andsimmer5minutes.

3.Addcookedchicken,tomatoes,frozenspinach,pepper,andbasilandsimmer10-15minutes.Stirevery3minutesorso,breakingupfrozenspinachandblendingitintothesoup.

4.Servewhensoupisheatedthrough,alongwithParmesancheesetospoonoverindividualservings.

ChickenNoodleSoupJosephineA.Earle

Citronelle,AL

Makes12servings



1cupchoppedcelery

1cupchoppedonion

¼cupbutterormargarine

12cupswater

1cupdicedcarrots

3Tbsp.chicken-flavoredinstantbouillon,or3chickenbouilloncubes

½tsp.driedmarjoramleaves,optional

¼-½tsp.pepper

1bayleaf

4cupscut-upcookedchicken

halfa12-oz.pkg.medium-sizedeggnoodles

1Tbsp.choppedparsley

1.InalargeDutchoven,cookceleryandonioninbutteruntiltender.

2.Addwater,carrots,bouillon,marjoram,pepper,andbayleaf.Cover.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheatandsimmer,coveredfor30minutes.Removebayleaf.

3.Stirinchicken.Addnoodlesandparsley.

4.Cook10minuteslongeruntilnoodlesaretender,stirringoccasionally.

Variations:

1.Insteadofcookedchickencalledforabove,cutup2lbs.uncookedskinlesschickenbreast,andaddittothesoupinStep2.

—HelenA.Roselle

Ellisville,IL

2.Insteadofcookedchickenintherecipeabove,putawholechicken(weighing3-4lbs.)inDutchoveninStep2above.(Eliminatebouillon.)Cookfor45-60minutes,oruntilchickenisfallingoffthebones.Removechickenfrompot.Debone.

ReturnchickenmeattopotandcontinuewithStep3.Add8ozs.sliced,freshmushroomstoStep3,alongwithnoodlesandparsley.

—KaraMaddox,

Independence,MO

SurpriseGumboBrendaJMarshall

St.Marys,ON

Makes6-8servings



1¼lbs.cookedchicken,cubed*

2medium-sizedonions,cutinwedges

1medium-sizedgreenbellpepper,cutinnarrowstrips

28-oz.canwholetomatoes,undrained

¼cupWorcestershiresauce


2Tbsp.garliccloves,minced

1tsp.driedthyme

1tsp.driedrosemary

¼tsp.pepper

½lb.precookedshrimp

6cupshotcookedrice

1.Inlargesaucepan,combinechicken,onions,greenpepper,tomatoes,Worcestershiresauce,mustard,garlic,thyme,rosemary,andpepper.Simmerfor25minutes.

2.Addshrimpandcook5minutesmore.

3.Serveoverscoopsofcookedriceinindividualservingbowls.

*Ifyoudon’thavecookedchicken,cutup1wholeskinlesschickenbreast(1¼-lbs.)andcooklightlyinmicrowave.Orplacerawchunksinsaucepanalongwithjustthetomatoesandsimmergentlyovermediumheatforabout10minutes,oruntilmeatislosingitspinkness.ThencontinuewithStep1above,addingtheotheringredientslistedthere,andcontinuingtosimmerthemandthechicken.

ChickenTacoSoupMaryPuskar

ForestHill,MD

Makes4servings

PrepTime:25minutes


2chickenbreasthalves

3cupswater

2stalkscelery

1medium-sizedonion

2carrots

2Tbsp.vegetableorcanolaoil

1Tbsp.chilipowder

1Tbsp.cumin

4.5-oz.cangreenchilies

14-oz.canchickenbroth

14-oz.canbeefbroth

14.5-oz.candicedtomatoes,undrained


tortillachips,broken

MontereyJackcheese,grated

1.Inalargestockpot,cookchickenbreastsinwateruntiltender.Removemeat,reservingcookingwater.Whenchickeniscoolenoughtohandle,chopintobite-sizedpieces.Setaside.

2.Chopceleryandonion.Gratecarrots.

3.Instockpotusedforcookingchicken,sautévegetablesinoil.

4.Combineallingredientsinstockpot,exceptthecookedchicken.Coverandsimmer15minutes.

5.Adddicedchicken.Heatthrough.

6.Topeachservingwithbrokentortillachipsandgratedcheese

ScrumptiousWhiteChiliGloriaL.Lehman

SingersGlen,VA

LaurenBailey

Mechanicsburg,PA

Makes6servings



1½Tbsp.oil

1largeonion,chopped


2cupschoppedcookedchicken*

4-oz.canchoppedmildgreenchilies

½-1Tbsp.dicedjalapenopepper,optional

1½tsp.groundcumin

1tsp.driedoregano

10.5-oz.cancondensedchickenbroth

1soupcanwater

15-oz.canGreatNorthernbeans

1/2tsp.cayenne,ortotaste

salttotaste

6ozs.shreddedMontereyJackcheese

½cuplow-fatsourcream

choppedgreenonions,optional

freshcilantro,optional

1.Inlargestockpot,sautéonionandgarlicinoilovermediumheat.

2.Addchicken,chilies,jalapenopepper,ifyouwant,cumin,oregano,chickenbroth,water,andbeanstostockpotandstirwell.Bringtoaboil,reduceheat,andsimmer,covered,10-15minutes.

3.Justbeforeserving,addcayenne,salt,cheese,andsourcream.Heatjustuntilcheeseismelted,beingcarefulnottoletthesoupboil.

4.Serveatonce,garnishedwithchoppedgreenonionsandfreshcilantro,ifdesired.

*Ifyoudon’thavecookedchicken,cutup1½lbs.skinlesschickenbreasts(about1½breasts)into1”chunks.FollowStep2andproceedwiththedirectionsasgiven,beingsuretosimmeruntilthechickenisnolongerpink.

PlumGoodChiliSusanGuarneri

ThreeLakes,WI

Makes6servings

PrepTime:30minutes

CookingTime:2¼-2½hours

1½garliccloves,minced

1Tbsp.oil

2lbs.groundroundbeef

3largeonions,sliced

2largegreenpeppers,sliced

1½(16-oz.size)cansstewedtomatoes,undrained

216-oz.cansredkidneybeans,drained

6-oz.cantomatopaste

2Tbsp.chilipowder

½tsp.whitevinegar

2dashescayennepepper

2wholecloves

½bayleaf

¼cupplumpreservesorgrapejelly

¼cupsugar


1.Inalargeskillet,cookgarlicinoiluntilgolden.Addcrumbledpiecesofbeefandcook10minutesuntilevenlybrowned.Withaslottedspoon,removebeefandgarlicfromskilletandplaceinalargestockpotorsaucepan.Reservedrippingsinskillet.

2.Cookonionsandgreenpeppersinbeefdrippingsinskilletuntiltender.

3.Addtocookedmeat,alongwithtomatoes,beans,tomatopaste,chilipowder,vinegar,cayennepepper,cloves,bayleaf,jelly,sugar,salt,andpepper.

4.Coverandcookoverlowheatfor2hours.Iftoodry,addadditionaltomatoes.Iftoomuchliquid,uncoverandsimmerlonger.

5.Stirevery15minutestopreventchilifromstickingorscorching.(Itsmellssogoodthatyou’llprobablystiritmoreoften.)

BlackBeanChiliRitaSteffen

Wellsboro,PA

Makes12servings



1lb.groundbeef

1largeonion,chopped

2mediumgreenpeppers,chopped


1-lb.canbakedbeans(IlikeBush’s)

1or21-lb.canscookedblackbeans,undrained

28-oz.candicedtomatoes,undrained

½tsp.cumin

2tsp.chilipowder

1½tsp.salt

1.Inalargesaucepan,brownbeeftogetherwithonions,peppers,andgarlic.

2.Addbothkindsofbeans,tomatoes,cumin,chilipowder,andsalt.

3.Simmerfor30-60minutes,untilflavorsmingleandthechiliisheatedthoroughly.

4.Servehot.

ATip—

Putahandfulofdryquickoatsintoyourbeefbarbecue,chili,orspaghettisaucetothickenit.

ChiliSoupwithPotatoesRuthAnnHoover

NewHolland,PA

Makes8-10servings


CookingTime:1hourand20minutes

2lbs.groundbeef


1cupchoppedcelery

2tsp.salt

210-oz.cansbakedbeans

1qt.tomatojuice

¼tsp.pepper

1tsp.chilipowder

¼cupbrownsugar

4medium-sizedpotatoes,cooked,chilled,andshredded

1.Inalargestockpot,browntogetherbeef,onion,celery,andsalt.

2.Addbeans,tomatojuice,pepper,chilipowder,andsugar.

3.Simmer1hour.

4.Meanwhile,cook4mediumpotatoes.Peel.Chillandshred.(Chillingmakesthepotatoeseasiertoshred.)Addtochilimixtureattheendofonehourofsimmering.Heatthoroughly.

BakedPotatoSoupFloQuint,Quinter,KS

SusanNafziger,Canton,KS

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:30minutes


⅔cupbutter

⅔cupflour

7cupsmilk

4cupsbakedpotatoes(about5largepotatoes),peeledandcubed

4greenonions,slicedthin

8-12stripsbacon(accordingtoyourtastepreferences),cookedandcrumbled

1¼cupsshreddedcheese

8ozs.sourcream,optional

¾tsp.salt,optional

¼tsp.pepper,optional

1.Meltbutterinlargestockpot.Addflourandstiruntilsmoothovermediumheat.

2.Addmilk,stirringoftenuntilthickened.Becarefulnottoscorch.

3.Addpotatoesandonionsandbringtoaboil.Reduceheatandsimmer5minutes,stirringoften.

4.Removefromheatandaddbacon,cheese,andsourcream.Stiruntilmelted.

5.Addseasoningsandblendthoroughly.

Variation:Insteadof7cupsmilk,youcanuse4cupsmilkand3cupschickenbroth.

EasyCreamyPotatoandHamSoupLoriKlassen

MountainLake,MN

Makes12servings

PrepTime:15minutes


6cupswater

7tsp.chickenbouillongranules

28-oz.pkgs.creamcheese,cubed

1½cupscubedham,fullycooked

32-oz.pkg.frozencubedhashbrownpotatoes

½cupchoppedonions

1tsp.garlicpowder

1tsp.dillweed

1.Combinewaterandchickenbouillongranulesinalargesouppotoverheat.Stiruntilgranulesaredissolved.

2.Addcreamcheeseandstiruntilmelted.

3.Addallotheringredientsandsimmer20minutes,oruntilvegetablesaretender.

Tip:Toreducecalories,uselow-fatcreamcheese.

FrenchOnionSoupMadeLightTanyaMiseo

Bridgewater,NJ

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


8cupsVidaliaonions,sliced

2Tbsp.oil

10cupsbeefstock

1tsp.salt

1tsp.pepper

½tsp.garlicpowder

1cupwhitewine

6thickslicesItalian,orsourdough,bread

½cupshreddedmozzarellacheese

1.Inlargestockpot,sliceonionsandsautéinoiluntiltheycaramelize,about40minutes.

2.Addbeefstock,salt,pepper,andgarlicpowdertoonions.Cover,bringtoboil,andsimmerfor1hour.

3.Addwhitewineandsimmerforanother30minutes.

4.Ladleintooven-safeservingbowls.Floatapieceofbreadontopofsoup.Sprinklewithcheese.

5.Broilforabout2minutesuntilcheesemelts.Serveimmediately.

MushroomStewLaurenBailey

Mechanicsburg,PA

Makes10servings

PrepTime:20minutes


5Tbsp.butter,divided

1Tbsp.oil

2bayleaves

1largeonion,chopped

2clovesmincedgarlic(usemoreifyouwish)

2Tbsp.flour

1cupchickenbroth

1cuptomatojuice,orfreshpuree

2cupscut-uptomatoes,freshorcanned

1tsp.driedthyme

1½lbs.freshmushrooms,chopped


1½cupsredwine

1.Inmedium-sizedsaucepanmelt2Tbsp.butterandoil.Addbayleavesandonion.Sautéuntilonionsaregolden.Stiringarlicandsautéonemoreminute.

2.Stirinflourandlowertheheat.Cookseveralminutesonlow,stirringconstantly.

3.Addbrothandtomatojuice.Stirwithwhisktoremovealllumps.Addcut-uptomatoes.

4.Inlargerpot,sautémushroomsin3tbspbutter.Addthymeoverhighheat.Addtomatomixture,saltandpepper.Lowerheatandsimmerfor20minutes.

5.Addwineandstirforoneminute.

ATip—

Createafamilytraditionbyputtingaspinonausualrecipe.Addinterestingcomplementaryingredientsoragarnish.Forexample,cutoutturkeyshapesfromtoastedbreadandputthemontopofastuffingcasseroleasagarnish.

Sausage-LentilSoupEstherJ.Mast

Lancaster,PA

Makes8-10servings



1lb.freshporksausage

2mediumonions,chopped

1garlicclove,minced

2cupsdrylentils

½tsp.driedbasil

½tsp.cumin

½tsp.driedmarjoram

16-oz.canstewedtomatoes

1qt.tomatojuice

1qt.water

4beefbouilloncubes

1.Inlargekettle,brownsausage.Removefromkettleanddrain,reserving¼cupdrippings.

2.Whensausageiscoolenoughtohandle,cutinto½”-thickslices.Setaside.

3.Addonionsandgarlictodrippingsinkettle.Cook5minutes,oruntilonionsandgarlicaretender.

4.Stirinlentils,basil,cumin,marjoram,tomatoes,tomatojuice,water,bouilloncubes,andbrownedsausage.Simmer30minutes,oruntillentilsaretender.

Thishasbecomeafavoritesoupofourfamily.Eventhegrandchildrenloveit!

SausageTomatoSoupTeresaMartin

Gordonville,PA

Makes6servings



½lb.bulkItaliansausage,sweetorhot,orturkeysausage


1smallgreenorredpepper,chopped


14½-oz.canbeefbroth

8-oz.cantomatosauce

½cuppicantesauceorsalsa

½tsp.driedoregano

1tsp.driedbasil

1½tsp.sugar

½-¾cupshreddedmozzarellacheese

1.Inlargesaucepan,cooksausage,onion,andpepperovermediumheatuntilmeatisnolongerpink.Stiroftenwithawoodenspoontobreakupsausagechunks.Drainoffdrippings.

2.Stirintomatoes,broth,tomatosauce,picantesauce,oregano,basil,andsugar.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat.Coverandsimmerfor10minutes.

3.Sprinklewithcheesebeforeserving.

ItalianSausageSoupEstherPorter

Minneapolis,MN

Makes6-8servings



1lb.Italiansausage,casingsremoved

1cupchoppedonions

2largegarliccloves,sliced

5cupsbeefstock,or314.5-oz.cansbeefbroth

2cupschoppedorcannedtomatoes

8-oz.cantomatosauce

1½cupszucchini,sliced

1carrot,thinlysliced

1medium-sizedgreenbellpepper,diced

1cupgreenbeans,frozenorfresh

2Tbsp.driedbasil

2Tbsp.driedoregano

8-10-oz.pkg.cheesetortellini

salttotaste

peppertotaste

freshlygratedParmesancheesefortopping

1.SautésausageinheavyDutchovenovermediumheatuntilcookedthrough,about10minutes,breakingitupasitbrownswithawoodenspoon.

2.Usingaslottedspoon,transfersausagetoalargebowl.Pouroffallbut1Tbsp.drippingsfromDutchoven.Addonionsandgarlictothe1Tbsp.drippingsandsautéuntilclear,about5minutes.

3.Returnsausagetopan.Addbeefstock,tomatoes,tomatosauce,zucchini,carrot,pepper,greenbeans,basil,andoregano.Simmer30-40minutes,oruntilvegetablesaretender.

4.Addtortelliniandcook8-10minutes.Seasontotastewithsaltandpepper.

5.LadlehotsoupintobowlsandsprinklewithParmesancheese.

Variations:

1.Useleftovermeatandvegetablesfromyourrefrigerator,insteadofthesausageandthevegetableslistedabove.

2.SubstituteV-8juiceforhalfofthebeefstockortomatoes.

3.Whenyou’reinahurry,useItalian-stylefrozenvegetablesinsteadoffreshbeans,carrot,andzucchini.

4.Insteadoftortellini,use½-lb.packagesmallpastashells,uncooked.—MichelleScribano,

Harrisonburg,VA

AuntMarie’sTortelliniSoupSamanthaSorrentino

TintonFalls,NJ

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


¼cupchoppedonions

2clovesgarlic,chopped

2Tbsp.oliveoil


214-oz.canschickenbroth

2-3soupcanswater

2tsp.Italianseasoningsaltandpeppertotaste

8-oz.pkg.refrigeratedcheesetortellini

8-9ozs.freshspinach,or10-oz.pkg.choppedfrozenspinach,thawed

1.Inlargestockpot,sautéonionsandgarlicinoliveoilfor3minutes.

2.Adddicedtomatoes,chickenbroth,water,andseasonings.Simmer20minutes.

3.Addtortelliniandsimmer8minutes.

4.Stirinspinachandsimmer2moreminutes.

WildRiceandHamChowderDolorisKrause

MountainLake,MN

Makes8servings

PrepTime:30minutes


3cupswater,ormore

¾cupuncookedwildrice,rinsed

½cupchoppedonions


¼cupbutterormargarine

½cupflour

4cupswater

4chicken-flavoredbouilloncubes

1½cupschopped,peeledpotatoes

½cupchoppedcarrots

½tsp.driedthyme

½tsp.nutmeg

⅛tsp.pepper

1bayleaf

15-oz.canwhole-kernelcorn,undrained

2cupshalf-and-half

3cups(1lb.)cubedham,fullycooked

2Tbsp.parsley

1.Inamedium-sizedsaucepan,combine3cupswaterandwildrice.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat,cover,andsimmer35-40minutes,oruntiltender.(Checkafter20minutes,andthenagainafter30minutes,tomakesurethericeisn’tcookingdryandscorching.Addmorewaterifneeded.)

2.Meanwhile,inalargesaucepan,cookonionsandgarlicinbutteruntilcrisp-tender.Stirinflour.Cook1minute,stirringconstantly.

3.Graduallystir4cupswaterandbouillonintoonionandgarlic.Addpotatoes,carrots,thyme,nutmeg,pepper,andbayleaf.

4.Bringvegetablemixturetoaboil.Reduceheat,cover,andsimmer15-30minutes.

5.Addcorntovegetables.Coverandsimmerforanadditional15-20minutes.

6.Stirinhalf-and-half,ham,cookedwildrice,andparsley.Cookoverlowheatuntilheatedthrough.

7.Removebayleafandserve.

PumpkinSoupSaraHarterFredette

Goshen,IN

Makes8-9servings



1largeonion,chopped

¾tsp.cumin

½tsp.cinnamon

½tsp.groundginger

2chickenbouilloncubes

1¾cupswater

29-oz.canpumpkin

2cupsmilk

1Tbsp.honey

1tsp.salt


shakeofTabasco

shakeofliquidsmoke

1.Inlargesaucepan,sautéonioninoiluntilsoft.Stirincumin,cinnamon,andginger,andcontinueheatinguntilspicesarefragrant.

2.Inasmallsaucepan,heatthewatertoboiling.Addbouilloncubesandstiruntildissolved.Addtosaucepan.

3.Addpumpkinandsimmermixturefor10-15minutes.Removefromheat.

4.Stirinmilk,honey,salt,butter,Tabasco,andliquidsmoke.

5.Whenmixturehascooledtoroomtemperature,pureeinblender,2cupsatatime.

6.Reheatbeforeserving.

ButternutSquashSoupStephanieO’Conner

Cheshire,CT

Makes6-8servings



1shallot,finelychopped

4Tbsp.butter

3-lb.butternutsquash,peeledandcubed

11wholeleavesoffreshsage,washed,divided

4cupschickenstock

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

⅓cupheavycream

½cuplightbrownsugar

1tsp.groundcinnamon

pinchofnutmeg

1.Instockpot,sautétheshallotinbutterovermediumheat.

2.Addsquash,3sageleaves,chickenstock,salt,andpepper.Coverandbringtoaboil.Simmer,covered,for20-30minutes,untilsquashfallsapartwhenstuckwithafork.

3.Pureesoupbyportionsinafirmlycoveredblender,2cupsatatime.Whenyou’vefinished,returnpureedmixturetostockpot.

4.Stirincream,brownsugar,cinnamon,andnutmegoverlowheat.Tastethesouptodeterminewhetherornottoaddmorecinnamon,sugar,salt,andpepper.

5.Servegarnishedwithwholeleavesoffreshsage.

Matt’sSpicyPeanutSoupDawnRanck

Lansdale,PA

EstherNafziger

Bluffton,OH

Makes6servings

PrepTime:25minutes


2Tbsp.oil

1largeonion,minced

2garliccloves,crushed

1tsp.mildcayennepepper

2redbellpeppers,seededandchopped

1½cupsfinelychoppedcarrots

1½cupsfinelychoppedpotatoes

3celeryribs,sliced

3¾cupsvegetablestock

6Tbsp.crunchypeanutbutter

⅔cupwhole-kernelcorn

salttotaste

freshlygroundpeppertotaste

roughlychoppedpeanuts

1.Inlargestockpot,sautéonionandgarlicinoilfor3minutes.Addcayennepepper.Cook1minute.

2.Addredpeppers,carrots,potatoes,andcelery.Stirwell.Cook4minutes,stirringoccasionally.

3.Addstock,peanutbutter,andcorn.Mixwell.

4.Seasonwithsaltandpepper.Coverandbringtoboil.

5.Simmerabout20minutes,oruntilvegetablesaretender.

6.Garnishwithpeanutswhenserving.

CreamedCrabandCornSoupShariJensen

Fountain,CO

Makes8servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1lb.lumpcrabmeat

halfastick(¼cup)butter

1½cupsfinelychoppedonions

2Tbsp.flour

8cupscorn(freshlycutfromcobisbest*)

4cupsheavycream

2cupschickenbroth

¼tsp.thyme

saltandwhitepepper,totaste


gratedcheddarcheese

1.Pickovercrabmeattoremoveanyshellorcartilage.Setaside.

2.Inlargestockpot,meltbutter.Addonionsandsautéuntilclearandtender.

3.Blendinflour.Addcornkernels.Cookfor5minutes,stirringfrequently.

4.Addcream,broth,thyme,salt,andpepper.Cookovermediumheatfor10minutes,oruntilcornistender.Stiroftentopreventbrothfromscorching.

5.Addcrabmeatandparsleyandcookuntilmeatisthoroughlyheated.

6.Servehot.Garnishwithcheddarcheese.

Tip:

*1.Onegood-sizedearofsweetcornwillyield1-1½cupscornkernels.

2.Don’tusehighheatorcreamwillscald.

ATip—

Soupswhichincludecreamshouldneverbeboiled.Thecreamwillcurdle.

EggDropSoupSusanGuarneri,ThreeLakes,WI

Makes6-7servings

PrepTime:10minutes


2Tbsp.cornstarch

6cupschickenstock

2Tbsp.soysauce

3Tbsp.whitevinegar

1smallonion,minced

3eggs,beaten

saltandpepper

sweetpepperflakes,optional

1.Instockpot,mixcornstarchwith½cupcoldchickenstock.Whensmooth,graduallyaddremainingchickenstockovermediumheat,stirringcontinuouslytokeepcornstarchsuspendedandmixturesmooth.Turnheattolow.

2.Addsoysauce,vinegar,andonion.Bringtolowsimmer(barelyboiling).

3.Quicklystirinbeateneggs,swirlingthebrothandeggsinacircularmotiontocreate“eggthreads”inthesoup.Whenalleggsareinthebroth,allowtocookwithoutstirringfor1minute.

4.Removepanfromheat.Addsaltandpeppertotaste.Addsweetpepperflakes,ifdesired,beforeserving.

CrabBisqueJereZimmerman

Reinholds,PA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1stick(½cup)butter,divided

½cupfinelychoppedonions

½cupfinelychoppedgreenpepper

2greenonions,finelychopped

¼cupfreshparsley,chopped

8ozs.freshmushrooms,chopped

¼cupflour

2cupsmilk

1tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

3cupshalf-and-half

16-oz.can(2½cups)clawcrabmeat

gratedcarrotforcolor,optional

1.Melthalfastickofbutterinstockpot.Addonion,greenpepper,greenonions,parsley,andmushrooms.Cookuntiltender.Removevegetablesfromheatandsetaside.

2.Inthesamestockpot,meltremaininghalfstickofbutteroverlowheat.Addflourandstiruntilsmooth.Addmilk,stirringuntilthickened.

3.Addreservedvegetablemixture,salt,pepper,half-and-half,crabmeat,andgratedcarrot,ifdesired.

4.Heatthroughoverlowheat,butdonotboil.

GreatFishSoupWillardE.Roth

Elkhart,IN

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes

CookingTime:1hour

3Tbsp.oil

1onion,chopped


¼tsp.pepper

2tsp.salt

1bayleaf

¼tsp.driedthyme

1lb.pollock,cutintochunks

1lb.redsnapper,cutintochunks

½lb.tilapia,cutintochunks

5cupswater

1cupwhitewine

1lb.scallops

1cupsmallpastashells

12-oz.canevaporatedmilk

1.Combineoil,onion,andgarlicinlargestockpot.Sautéuntilonionandgarlicbegintosoften.Stirinpepper,salt,bayleaf,andthyme.Combinewell.

2.Stirinpollock,redsnapper,andtilapia.Simmergentlyforabout10minutes.

3.Addwaterandwine.Bringtoaboil.Simmerfor10moreminutes.

4.Addscallopsandpastashells.Cookabout15minutes,oruntilshellsarejusttender.

5.Stirinmilk.

Tip:Useyourimaginationtodeterminewhichseafoodtouse,dependingonwhat’savailableandwhatyouandyourdinerslikebest.

Youcanalsousefreshherbsifthey’reavailable.

Variation:Ifyou’dlikeathickersoup,melt3Tbsp.butterinasmallsaucepan.Stirin3Tbsp.flour.Continuecookingoverlowheat,stirringconstantlyfor2minutes.StirthispasteintohotsoupinStep5,continuingtostiruntilpasteiswelldistributedandbroththickensslightly.Adjustseasonings.

ATip—

Anenameled(outsideandinside)cast-ironcasseroleorkettleisagoodinvestmentformakingstews,roasts,andsoups.Splurgeandgetagoodone.You’lluseitformanydishes!

SeafoodSoupWafiBrandt

Manheim,PA

Makes10servings

PrepTime:15minutes


2cupswater

1cup(½lb.)smallveinedshrimp(saladshrimp)

1cup(½lb.)smallbayscallops

1cup(½lb.)crabmeat(canbeimitation)

1smallonion,chopped(about1cup)

1carrot,peeledandchopped

4-6cupschoppedpotatoes(about6medium)

1½tsp.garlicsalt

1½tsp.garlicpowder

1Tbsp.OldBayseasoning

1Tbsp.chives

1Tbsp.dillweed

1Tbsp.rosemary

3cupsmilk,divided

¼cupflour

1.Placethewaterandthe3kindsofseafoodinalargestockpot.Begincookingovermediumheat.

2.Addchoppedonion,carrot,andpotatoes.Simmeruntildesiredtenderness.

3.Addgarlicsalt,garlicpowder,OldBayseasoning,chives,dillweed,androsemary.

4.Shaketogethertheflourand1cupmilkinajar.Addtosoup,stirringuntilthickened.

5.Addremaining2cupsmilk.(Moremilkmaybeaddedforathinnersouportostretch

itformoreservings.)

OysterStewDorothyReise

SevernaPark,MD

Makes4servings



2-3doz.freshoystersinliquid

2Tbsp.butter

1Tbsp.onion,chopped

3Tbsp.flour

3cupsmilk

1tsp.salt

½tsp.pepper

½tsp.parsley,chopped

pinchofceleryseed,optional

dashofpaprika,optional

1.Inasmallskilletovermediumheat,pre-cookoystersintheirownliquiduntiledgescurlandoystersbecomeplump.Setaside.

2.Inlargestockpot,meltbutter,addonion,andsautéuntilsoft.

3.Overmediumheat,addflourandstiruntilsmooth.

4.Slowlyaddmilk,stirringconstantlyuntilthickened.

5.Addthepre-cookedoystersandliquid,salt,pepper,parsley,andceleryseedandpaprikaifyouwish.Mixwell.

6.Heatthoroughlyandserve.

ItalianClamChowderSusanGuarneri

ThreeLakes,WI

Makes8servings

PrepTime:30minutes

CookingTime:4-5hours

2lbs.sweetItaliansausage

1onion,chopped

4mediumpotatoes,unpeeledandcubed

212-oz.cansbeer

2cupswaterorchickenbroth

1pintcream

½cupnon-fatdrymilk

1dozenlargefreshclams,chopped,or6½-oz.canclams

8-oz.canmincedclams

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

1tsp.driedbasil

1.Cutsausageinto½”slices.PlaceinlargeDutchovenandbrownuntilnolongerpink.Setsausageaside.

2.Reserve2Tbsp.drippingsinDutchoven.Addonion,potatoes,beer,broth,cream,drymilk,clams,salt,pepper,andbasil.Stiruntilwellmixed.

3.PlaceDutchovenintheoven.Bakeat275°for4-5hours.(Donotincreasethetemperatureorthechowdermayboilandthenthecreamwillcurdle.)

4.Onehourbeforetheendofthebakingtime,stirinthereservedsausage.

IgotthisrecipefrommyItalianneighborwhenIlivedinBaltimore,Maryland.Freshclamswereeasytogetandthisfilleduptheentirefamilywithleftoversforlunch.Thechowderis

evenbetterthenextday.

SalmonChowderRuthC.Hancock

Earlsboro,OK

Makes8servings

PrepTime:25minutes


½cupchoppedcelery

½cupchoppedonions

½cupchoppedgreenpepper

1clovegarlic,minced


14.5-oz.canchickenbroth

1cupuncookeddicedpotatoes

1cupshreddedcarrots

1½tsp.salt

½tsp.pepper

¼tsp.dillweed

15-oz.cancreamedcorn

2cupshalf-and-half

15-oz.cansalmon,de-bonedandbrokenintosmallchunks,or2cupsfrozensalmon,cooked*

1.Inlargesaucepan,sautécelery,onions,greenpepper,andgarlicinbutteruntiltender.

2.Addbroth,potatoes,carrots,salt,pepper,anddillweed.

3.Bringtoaboil,reduceheat,cover,andsimmer40minutes,oruntilvegetablesarenearlytender.

4.Stirincreamedcorn,half-and-half,andsalmon.Simmer15minutes.

*Youcanusesalmonfrozeninvacuum-sealedpackages.Microwaveaccordingtodirectionsonthepackage.Whendone,cutcorneroffpackage,drainliquid,breakupthesalmon,andaddittothechowder.

IfoundthisrecipewhilewaitingformyhusbandwhowashavinganMRI.IwaspleasantlysurprisedthefirsttimeImadeit.Myhusband,whodoesn’tlikechowders,lovesthisone.Itisoneofmyfavorites!

BeefMainDishes

PotRoastandWineChristinaRicker

Gordonville,PA

Makes4-6servings


RoastingTime:1½-2hours


6-lb.eyeroundroast

1-2Tbsp.oliveoil

1cupfinelychoppedcelery

1cupfinelychoppedonions

1bottlewhitecookingwine


1.Inalargeskillet,brownroastonallsidesin1-2Tbsp.oliveoil.Thenplaceinalarge

roastingpanorDutchoven.

2.Sprinklechoppedceleryandonionoverandaroundroast.

3.Pourwhitewineoverall.Sprinklesaltandpepperovermeatandvegetablestotaste.

4.Coverandroastat325°for1½-2hours,untiltender.

5.Whilemeatroasts,checkliquidleveltobesurethepanjuiceshaven’tallcookedoff.Add½cupwaterifyoucan’tseeanyliquidinthepan.Bastemeatoccasionallywithjuices.

6.Allowtostandfor20minutesbeforeslicingandservingwithpanjuices.MainDishes

ATip—

Don’tsaltmeatoraroastasyou’rebrowningit.Instead,addsalttotasteattheendofthebrowning.Themeatwillstaymoremoist,sincesaltdrawsoutmoisture.

SavorySweetRoastMarieHostetler

Nappanee,IN

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:20minutes

RoastingTime:2hours


3-4lb.beefroast

1-2Tbsp.oliveoil


10.75-oz.cancreamofmushroomsoup

½cupwater

1tsp.preparedmustard

2tsp.salt

¼cupvinegar

¼cupsugar


1.Inalargeskillet,brownroastonallsidesinoliveoil.

2.Meanwhile,inamixingbowl,blendtogetherallotheringredients.

3.Whenroastisbrowned,placeinroastingpan.Poursauceingredientsovermeat.

4.Coverandbakeat350°for2hours,oruntiltender.

5.Letmeatstandfor20minutes.Sliceandservewithsauce.

Tips:

1.Thesaucethattheroastiscookedinmakesasucculentgravy.Serveoverthemeat,andoverpotatoes,rice,orpasta,ifyou’vemadeoneofthemasago-along.

2.Iliketocutpotatowedgesandplacethemontopofthemeatbeforeroastingit.Iliketodothesamewithjuliennedcarrotsticks.Eitherofthosecombinationsgivesyouagoodmealallinonepan.

PoundedSwissSteakinaYummySauceRobbinPoetzl

Springfield,OR

Makes6-8servings


Browning/BakingTime:50minutes

4-5lbs.skirtorflankbeefsteak,about½”thick

1½-2cupsflour

1Tbsp.Italianseasoning

1tsp.garlicpowder

1tsp.pepper

1tsp.onionpowder

1tsp.pepperherbseasoning

¼cupoil

Sauce:

2tsp.oil

½tsp.crushedgarlic

½-1cupredwine

⅓cupteriyakisauce

1tsp.Italianseasoning

1½cupsfreshmushrooms,sliced

1cupcelery,chopped


1.Cutthesteakintoserving-sizepieces.Poundeachpiecetoabout¼”thick.Inasmallbowl,mixflourwithseasonings.Flourallsidesofpoundedsteakpieces.

2.Brownflouredmeat,afewpiecesatatime,inhotoilinalargeskillet.Brown2-3minutesononesideandthentheothersidefor2-3minutes.Placebrownedsteakinashallowbakingdish.

3.Tomakethesauce,heat2tsp.oilinalarge,heavyskilletovermedium-highheat.Stiringarlic.Whengarlicbeginsto“pop”addthewine.

4.Simmerfor2-3minutes.Thenaddtheteriyakisauce,Italianseasoning,mushrooms,celery,andcannedtomatoes.Bringtoalightboil.

5.Turndownheatandcontinuetocookthesauce,uncovered,untilitthickens.Pourthesauceoverpreparedsteaks.

6.Coverandbakeat350°for15minutes.Removelidandbakeanadditional15minutes.

Tips:Forthesauce,usecannedtomatoeswithchoppedjalapenosforaspicierflavor.

SimplyElegantSteakJudyDeLong

BurntHills,NY

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


1½lbs.tendersirloinsteak

1½Tbsp.oliveoil

2largeonions,slicedintorings


½cupdrysherry

4-oz.canslicedmushrooms(reserveliquid)

½tsp.garlicsalt

3cupscookedrice

1.Cutsteakintothinstrips.Placeinlargeskilletandbrowninoiloverhighheat.Addonionsandsautéuntiltender-crisp.

2.Inmixingbowl,blendsoup,sherry,mushroomliquid,andsalt.Pouroversteak.Topwithmushrooms.

3.Reduceheat,cover,andsimmerfor15-30minutesuntilsteakistender,butnotoverdone.

4.Serveoverrice.

Tips:Foreaseinslicingthesteakintostrips,placethemeatinthefreezerfor30minutes;thenslice.

SirloinorChuckSteakMarinadeSusanNafziger

Canton,KS

Makesmarinadefor4steaks

PrepTime:15minutes

1cupoliveoil

1cupsoysauce

¼cupwinevinegar

½cupchoppedonions

⅛tsp.garlicpowder

¼tsp.groundginger

½tsp.pepper

½tsp.drymustard

1.Mixallingredientstogether,eitherbywhiskingtogetherinabowl,orwhirringthemixtureinablender.

2.Placesirloinorchucksteakinmarinademixtureandmarinateforatleast1hourper1-inchthicknessofmeat.

3.Whenreadytogrillorbroilmeat,drainoffmarinadeanddiscard.Cooksteak.

ATip—

Keepasupplyofcreamofmushroomsoupinyourpantry.Itisaquickandconvenientstapleforbeef,veal,andporkroastsandcasseroles.Itmakesagoodsauceorgravy,withjustafewadditionalseasoningsorsomesourcream.

BarbequeBeefStripsDorisRanck

Gap,PA

Makes10servings

PrepTime:30minutes


2lbs.steakorLondonbroil

2Tbsp.vegetableoil


2cupsketchup

⅓cupwater

3-4Tbsp.brownsugar,accordingtoyourtastepreference



1.Slicesteakintostripsabout3”longand⅛”wide.

2.Placeoilinlargeskillet.Addstripsofmeatandchoppedonions.Brownquicklyoverhighheat,stirringsothatallsidesofbeefbrownwell.Pouroffallbut2Tbsp.drippings.

3.Combineremainingingredientsinamixingbowl.Whenwellmixed,pouroverbeefstripsandonionsinskillet.

4.Coverandcookslowlyfor35-40minutes,oruntilbeefistender.Stiroccasionally.

5.Serveovercookedriceorpasta.

FlavorfulBeefStroganoffSusanGuarneri,ThreeLakes,WI

Makes6servings

PrepTime:25minutes


2lbs.bonelesschuck

¼cupflour

1tsp.salt

2Tbsp.butter


1clovegarlic,crushed


½tsp.cinnamon

¼tsp.allspice

1cupwater

4-oz.canslicedmushrooms,undrained

1pintsourcream

1.Cutchuckinstrips½”thick.

2.Mixflourandsalt.Dredgemeatinflour/saltmixture.

3.Meltbutterinlargeskillet.Brownflour-coatedmeatinbutteroverhighheat.Stiroftensothatmeatbrownsonallsides.

4.Whenmeatisbrowned,turndownheatandaddonion,garlic,soup,cinnamon,

allspice,andwater.

5.Coverandsimmer1hour.

6.Reduceheatandstirinmushroomsandsourcream.Donotallowtoboil,butsimmer,covered,untilheatedthrough.Serveovereggnoodles.

GlazedMeatLoafDorisBeachy

Stevens,PA

Makes10servings

PrepTime:10minutes

BakingTime:1hour


1½lbs.groundbeef

¾cupdryquickoats

2eggs,beaten

¼cupchoppedonions

2tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

1cuptomatojuice

Sauce:

¼cupketchup


2Tbsp.brownsugar

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combinegroundbeefwithnext6ingredients.Mixthoroughlyandpackfirmlyintoagreased9x5loafpan.

2.Inasmallmixingbowl,combinesauceingredientsandpourovermeatmixture.


4.Letstand5minutesbeforeslicing.

Variations:

1.Inmeatloaf,replace1cuptomatojuicewith⅓cupketchupand¾tsp.preparedmustard.

2.Add2tsp.Worcestershiresaucetosauce.—MonicaYoder

Millersburg,OH

3.Afterthemeatloafismixedandshaped(Step1above),placeloafinthecenterofagreased9x13bakingpan.Surroundthemeatwithalayerofpeeledandslicedpotatoes(from3medium-sizedpotatoes),followedbyalayerofcarrotslices(from3medium-sizedcarrots),andalayerofonionquartersorslices(from3medium-sizedonions).Topthevegetableswith2tsp.driedparsleyflakes,1tsp.salt,andadashofpepper.Coverpantightlywithfoil.Bakeat375°for1hourcovered,thenfor10minutesuncovered.

—JaneFrownfelter

GrandBlanc,MI

CheesyMeatLoafJeanTurner

WilliamsLake,BC

Makes8servings


BakingTime:1½hours

½cupchoppedonions


1tsp.butter

8-oz.cantomatosauce

2eggs,beaten

1cupshreddedwhitecheddarcheese

1cupsoftbreadcrumbs

1tsp.saltdashofpepper

¼tsp.driedthyme

1½lbs.groundbeef

½lb.groundpork

1.Inasmallsaucepan,sautéonionsandgreenpepperinbutterjustuntiltender.

2.Inlargemixingbowl,combineallingredientsandmixwell.

3.Shapeintoaloaf.Placeingreased9x5loafpan.

4.Bakeat350°for1½hours.

10-MinuteMeatLoafEstherJ.Yoder,Hartville,OH

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes

CookingTime:10minutesinthemicrowave;45minutesintheoven

StandingTime:10minutes,ifcookedinthemicrowave

1lb.groundbeef

1egg

½cupbreadcrumbs

¼cupmilk

1Tbsp.dryonionsoupmix

2Tbsp.ketchup

2Tbsp.soysauce

½cupshreddedcheddarcheeseorSwisscheese,oracombinationofthetwo

1.Inamixingbowlthoroughlycombineallingredientsandshapeintoaroundflatloaf,likeagianthamburger.

2.Placeroundloafinalightlygreased8”glasspieplate.

3.Coverwithwaxedpaperandmicrowavefor10minutesonhigh.Drain.Coverwithfoilandletstandfor10minutes.(Thisstandingtimeisveryimportant!)

Variation:

Ifyoupreferoven-bakedmeatloaf,bakeat350°for45-60minutes,uncovered.

BaconBeefRollSusanNafziger,Canton,KS

RuthAnnPenner,Hillsboro,KS

Makes12servings

PrepTime:30minutes


1cupshreddedcheddarcheese

1cupcoarsecrackercrumbs

½cupchoppedonions

1cupmilk

2Tbsp.ketchup,orbarbecuesauce

1tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

¼celerysalt

¼cupbrownsugar

2lbs.groundbeef

12slicesbacon

1.Mixcheese,crackercrumbs,onions,milk,ketchup,salt,pepper,celerysalt,andbrownsugarinalargebowl.

2.Addgroundbeefandmixwell.

3.Forminto12“logs,”eachapproximately1”x4”.Wrap1sliceofbaconaroundeachlog,andfastenwithatoothpick.Placeside-by-sideinagreased9x13bakingdish.

4.Bakeat350°for45minutes.Ifbaconisnotbrowned,turnovento375°andbakeanadditional15minutes.

Tips:

1.Thisrecipecanbemadeadayaheadoftimeandthenservedtocompany.Ihavefoundaveryeasywaytomakeuniformrolls.Onacuttingboard,spreadthemeatmixtureintoarectangularshapeapproximatelythesizeofa9x13bakingpan,and1inchthick.Divideitinto12equalsizepiecesbycuttingdownthecenter,andthenlengthwiseacross6times.Shapeeachpieceintoa“log.”

2.Youcanmakethismixtureintomeatballs,withoutthebacon.

ATip—

Placecookedhamburgerinastrainerandrinseitunderhotwatertoeliminateextrafat.

BBQMeatballsJoleneSchrock

Millersburg,OH

SaraM.Miller

Uniontown,OH

RebeccaMeyerkorth

Wamego,KS

DorisBeachy

Stevens,PA

MarthaBelleBurkholder

Waynesboro,VA

AudreyL.Kneer

Williamsfield,IL

PamMcAllister

Wooster,OH

Makesabout24medium-sizedmeatballs


BakingTime:1hour

Meatballs:


2cupsdryquickoats

2eggs

1cupchoppedonions

2tsp.salt

½tsp.pepper

2tsp.chilipowder

3lbs.groundbeef

Topping:

1cupbrownsugar

½cupchoppedonions

1cupketchup

1cupbottledbarbecuesauce

1.Inalargemixingbowl,mixallmeatballingredientstogetherthoroughly.Shapeinto24ballsandplaceinonelayerinagreased9x13bakingdish.(Ifyourpangetsfull,useanadditionalshallowbakingpanorpieplate.)

2.Inanothermixingbowl,mixsauceingredientstogetherandpourovermeatballs.

3.Bakeat350°,uncovered,for1hour.

Variations:

1.Use1cupquickdryoatsand1cupcrackercrumbsinsteadof2cupsdryoats.

2.Use2lbs.groundbeefand1lb.bulksausageinsteadof3lbs.groundbeef.—KatieStoltzfus

Leola,PA

3.Fortopping,use2cupsketchup,insteadof1cupketchupand1cupbarbecuesauce,andadd½-1tsp.liquidsmokeifyouwish.

Creamy,SpicyMeatballsSherlynHess,Millersville,PA

Makes4-5servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1lb.groundbeef

½lb.hotItaliansausage,squeezedoutofitscasing

½cupfinedrybreadcrumbs

1egg

½cupchoppedonions

½tsp.salt

10.75-oz.cangoldenmushroomsoup

¼cupwater

1clovegarlic,minced

¼tsp.driedoregano

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combinebeef,sausage,breadcrumbs,egg,onions,andsalt.Formintogolf-ball-sizedballs.

2.Placemeatballsinasinglelayerinagreased9x13bakingpan.

3.Bakeat350°,uncovered,for30minutes.

4.Meanwhile,inasaucepancombinesoup,water,garlic,andoregano.Bringtoaboil.Pourovermeatballs.

5.Returnmeatballstoovenandcontinuebakingat350°,uncovered,foranadditional10minutes.

ChuckRoastBeefBarbecueHelenHeurich

Lititz,PA

Makes20servings


BakingTime:3hours

3-lb.chuckroast

⅔cuphotketchup,orbarbecuesauce

1¼cupsketchup

3Tbsp.lemonjuice


2Tbsp.brownsugar

1½tsp.preparedmustard

3Tbsp.vinegar,optional

1-2medium-sizedonions,chopped

3-4ribscelery,chopped

1.Placebeefinroastpan.Add½”waterandcover.Roastat350°forabout2hours,untilthebeefistender.

2.Cool.Pullapartwithtwoforksuntilbeefisshredded.

3.Whilethebeefisroasting,combinetheremainingingredientsinamediumsaucepan.Coverandcookuntilheatedthrough.

4.Poursauceovershreddedmeat.

5.Returntoovenandroastfor1hourat350°.

6.Serveonhamburgerrolls.

TeriyakiBurgersSusanKasting

Jenks,OK

Makes4servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1lb.groundbeef

2Tbsp.soysauce

1Tbsp.peeledfreshginger,grated

1garlicclove,minced

¼cupchoppedgreenonions

pinchofpepper

1.Combineallingredientsinbowl.

2.Forminto4patties.

3.Grillorbroilfor10minutes,flippingtobrownbothsides.

StuffedHamburgersPennyFeveryear

Narvon,PA

Makes4servings



1lb.groundbeef

⅓cupbreadcrumbs

3Tbsp.mincedonions

¼cuptomatosauce


1tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

Stuffing:

½cupslicedmushrooms

½cupcelery,chopped

1Tbsp.mincedonions

2Tbsp.butter

2Tbsp.milk

¼cupbreadcrumbs

1.Inamixingbowl,blendtogetherbeef,breadcrumbs,onions,tomatosauce,Worcestershiresauce,salt,andpepper.Forminto4largecup-shapedportionsandplaceingreasedshallowbakingpan.

2.Topreparestuffing,sautémushrooms,celery,andonionsinbutterinskilletfor5minutes.Removefromheatandstirinmilkandbreadcrumbs.

3.Fillcentersofbeefcupswithequalpartsofstuffing,pushingsidesuptoformfinishedcups.


PizzaCupsBarbaraSmith

Bedford,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


¾lb.groundbeef

6-oz.cantomatopaste

1Tbsp.mincedonions

½tsp.salt


1tuberefrigeratedbiscuits

½-¾cupshreddedmozzarellacheese

1.Inskillet,brownbeef.Drain.

2.Stirintomatopaste,onions,andseasonings.

3.Cookoverlowheatfor5minutes,stirringfrequently.Mixturewillthicken.

4.Meanwhile,placebiscuitsingreasedmuffintins.Presstheminsotheycoverthebottomandsidesofeachcup.

5.Spoonabout¼cupmeatmixtureintoeachbiscuit-linedcup.Sprinklewithcheese.

6.Bakeat400°for12-15minutes,oruntilbrown.

ThishasoftenbeenourFriday-night,once-a-month-supper-with-a-movie.

Bierrocks(PocketSandwiches)AndreaCunningham

Arlington,VA

Makes30bierrocks




Bread:

2cupswarm(120-130°)water

2pkgs.dryyeast

¼cupsugar

1½tsp.salt

1egg

¼cupbutter,softened


MeatMixture:

1½lbs.groundbeef

½cupchoppedonions

3cupscabbage,finelychopped

1½tsp.salt

½tsp.pepper

dashTabascosauce

¼-½cupwater,ifneeded

8slicesAmericancheese

1.Inalargemixingbowl,mixyeastwithwateruntildissolved.Addotherdough

ingredientsexceptflour.Mixwell.

2.Add5cupsflourandbeatthoroughlybyhandormixer.Stirinadditionalcupofflour.Turndoughontoflouredboardandkneaduntilsmoothandelastic,about10-12minutes.

3.Placedoughinlargegreasedmixingbowl.Rotatedoughuntilgreasedonallsides.Coverandletriseuntilnearlydouble,about1hour.

4.Meanwhile,brownmeatandonioninalargeskilletorsaucepan.Addremainingmeatingredients(exceptcheese).Coverskilletandcontinuetocookuntilcabbageistender.Ifmixturebeginstocookdry,stirinwatertomoisten.

5.Punchdowndoughandrolloutintothinsheets.Cutinto305”squares.

6.Place2Tbsp.meatmixtureoneachsquare.Add¼sliceofcheese.Pinchedgesofsquarestogetherandplacepinched-sidedownonagreasedcookiesheet.

7.Letrise15minutes.

8.Bakeat350°for20-30minutes,oruntilnicelybrowned.

ZucchiniLasagnaRuthAnnHoover

NewHolland,PA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:20minutes

Cooking/BakingTime:55minutes

6cupsslicedrawzucchini,unpeeled

1lb.groundbeef

6-oz.cantomatopaste

½tsp.driedbasil

½tsp.driedoregano

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.garlicpowder

1cupcottagecheese

1egg,beaten

¼cupdrybreadcrumbs,plainorherb-flavored



1.Spreadslicesofzucchiniintoalongmicrowave-safedish.Sprinklewith2Tbsp.water.Cover,andcookonhighfor3½minutes.Stir.Coverandreturntomicrowaveandcookonhighanadditional3½minutes.Stir.Coverandreturntomicrowaveandcookonhigh1½minutesmore.Drainzucchiniandsetaside.

2.Meanwhile,inlargestockpot,browngroundbeef.Drainoffdrippings.

3.Addtomatopaste,basil,oregano,salt,garlicpowder,cottagecheese,egg,breadcrumbs,cheddarcheese,andcookedzucchinitobrownedbeefinstockpot.Stirgentlytogetheruntilwellmixed.

4.Spoonmixtureintogreased7x11bakingdish.

5.Bakeuncoveredat350°for25minutes.

6.Sprinklemozzarellacheeseoverlasagna.Returntoovenandcontinuebaking20moreminutes.

Variations:

1.Insteadofgroundbeef,usegroundvenison.

2.Insteadofgroundbeef,use½lb.groundturkeyand½lb.groundvenison.

MexicanLasagnaMarciaS.Myer,Manheim,PA

Makes12servings

PrepTime:25minutes


1lb.groundbeef

15-oz.cancorn,drained


1cuppicantesauce,orhotsalsa,ifyouwantmorekick

1Tbsp.chilipowder

1½tsp.cumin

16-oz.cartoncottagecheese


¼cupParmesancheese

1tsp.driedoregano

½tsp.garlicsalt

12corntortillas

1cup(4ozs.)shreddedcheddarcheese

choppedcilantro

2choppedgreenonions

choppedlettuce

choppedtomatoes

1.Inalargeskillet,browngroundbeef.Drainoffdrippings.

2.Addcorn,tomatosauce,picantesauceorhotsalsa,chilipowder,andcumin.Simmerfor5minutes.

3.Inamedium-sizedmixingbowl,combinecottagecheese,eggs,Parmesancheese,oregano,andgarlicsalt.Mixwell.

4.Arrange6tortillasonthebottomandupthesidesofagreased9x13bakingpan,overlappingasnecessary.Topwithhalfthemeat/vegetablemixture.

5.Spooncheesemixtureovermeat.Arrangeremainingtortillasovercheesemixture.Topwithremainingmeatmixture.

6.Bakeat375°for30minutesoruntilbubbly.Removefromoven.

7.Topwithcheddarcheese.Returntooventomeltcheese.Letstand10minutesbeforeserving.

8.Justbeforeservingtopwithcilantro,greenonions,lettuce,andtomatoes.

Variations:

1.Use16-oz.canofdicedtomatoesinsteadof15-oz.canofcorninStep2.

2.Add1tsp.blackpepperand¼tsp.redpeppertoStep2.

3.Add¼cupslicedblackolivestothetoppingsinStep8.—MableHershey

Marietta,PA

MildIndianCurryVicandChristinaBuckwalter

Keezletown,VA

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1lb.groundbeef

1onion,chopped

3garliccloves,finelychopped

½tsp.groundginger

2tsp.coriander

2tsp.cumin

1tsp.turmeric

¼tsp.groundcloves

¼tsp.cayennepepper

¾cuptomatosauce

2tsp.salt

2Tbsp.sugar

¼cupplainyogurt

cookedbasmatirice

toppingoptions:gratedcheeses;choppedfreshonions;orangesections;slicedbananas;choppedpapaya,mango,and/ortomatoes;peanuts;raisins

1.Inalargeskillet,brownbeef,onions,andgarlictogether.Drainoffanydrippings.

2.Addginger,coriander,cumin,turmeric,groundcloves,andcayennepeppertobeefmixture.Cook1minute.

3.Stirintomatosauce,salt,andsugar.Cook10minutes.

4.Justbeforeserving,blendinyogurt.

5.Serveoverbasmatirice.

6.Sendsmallbowlsofeachtoppingthatyouchoosearoundthetableafterthericeandcurryhavebeenpassed.

WepickedupthisrecipewhilelivinginEastAfrica.ItbringsbackmemoriesoftheSwahiliCoast.

ATip—

Findeasy-to-preparerecipessoyoualwayshavesomethinginmindtofixforunexpectedguests.

BeefLombardiLucilleAmos,Greensboro,NC

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1lb.groundbeef

10-oz.cantomatoeswithchilies

14-oz.canchoppedtomatoes

2tsp.sugar

2tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

6-oz.cantomatopaste

1bayleaf

½-lb.pkg.eggnoodles

6greenonions,sliced

1cupsourcream

1cupgratedsharpcheese

1cupgratedParmesancheese

1cupgratedmozzarellacheese

1.Brownbeefinlargeskillet.Drainoffdrippings.

2.Stirintobeef,bothcansoftomatoes,sugar,salt,andpepper.Coverandcookfor5minutes.

3.Addtomatopasteandbayleaf.Coverandsimmer30minutes.

4.Meanwhile,cooknoodlesinasaucepanaccordingtopackagedirections.Drain.

5.Returnnoodlestotheirsaucepanandmixinslicedgreenonionsandsourcream.Placecreamynoodlesinalightlygreased9x13bakingpan.

6.Topwithbeefmixture.Sprinklewithcheeses.

7.Coverandbakeat350°for30minutes.

8.Uncoverandbakeanadditional5minutes.

Tip:Preparetherecipeintwosmallerbakingdishes.Freezeoneforlaterorgiveittoafriend.

QuickieDinnerVelmaStauffer

Akron,PA

Makes4servings.

PrepTime:15minutes


1lb.groundbeef

¼cupdriedmincedonions

214.5-oz.cansstewedtomatoes

1tsp.salt

1tsp.chilipowder

¼tsp.pepper

¼tsp.sugar

1cupuncookedmacaronis

1.Inalargeskilletorsaucepan,browngroundbeefandonions.Drainoffdrippings.

2.Addtomatoesandseasoningsandbringmixturetoaboil.

3.Reduceheat,cover,andsimmerforfiveminutes.

4.Addmacaronisandcover;thensimmerfor15minutes.

5.Uncoverandsimmeruntilmacaroniistenderandsauceisthickened.

Tip:Isometimesaddacanofcornorpeasforacompletemeal.

Hamburger-Potato-CarrotBakeEleyaRaim

Oxford,IA

Makes6-8servings




1lb.groundbeef

½tsp.onionpowder,or1Tbsp.driedonionsoupmix

½tsp.salt,divided

⅛tsp.pepper

½cupketchup

4medium-sizedpotatoes,peeledandsliced

4carrots,peeledandsliced

2Tbsp.water

6slicesVelveetacheese

1.Pressuncookedgroundbeefintothebottomofalightlygreased9”squarepan.Sprinklewithonionpowder,¼teaspoonsalt,and⅛teaspoonpepper.

2.Spreadketchupovertop.

3.Arrangeslicedpotatoesontopofground-beeflayer.Sprinklewithremainingsalt.

4.Arrangecarrotsontopofpotatolayer.Sprinklewithwater.

5.Covertightlywithfoilandbakeat350°for1-1½hours,oruntilvegetablesjagtender.

6.Removefromoven.Topwithcheeseslices.Coverandletstand5-10minutesuntilcheesehasmelted.

Beef&SalsaBurritosJoyceShackelford

GreenBay,WI

Makes8servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1¼lbs.groundbeef

1½Tbsp.chilipowder

1½Tbsp.cumin,optional

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper


1¼cupschunkysalsa


8medium-sizedflourtortillas,warmed

1.Inalargeskillet,browngroundbeef.Pouroffdrippings.Seasonmeatwithchilipowder,cumin,ifyouwish,salt,andpepper.

2.Stirinspinachandsalsa.Heatthrough.

3.Removefromheat,stirincheese.

4.Spoonabout½cupbeefmixtureintocenterofeachtortilla.Foldbottomedgeupoverfilling.Foldsidestocenter.Serve.

TacoTortillaTowerChristineLucke

Aumsville,OR

Makes6servings

PrepTime:30minutes

Cooking/BakingTime:25-35minutes

1lb.groundbeef

halfanenvelopedrytacoseasoningmix

½cupchoppedonions

16-oz.canrefriedbeans

½cupsourcream



6-oz.canblackolives,sliced,drained

¼cupslicedgreenonions

vegetableoil

2cupsshreddedlettuce

1medium-sizedtomato,chopped

sourcream

salsa

1.Inalargeskillet,browngroundbeef.Drainoffdrippings.

2.Stirintacoseasoningandchoppedonions.Cookuntilonionsaretransparent.

Removefromheat.

3.Addrefriedbeansandsourcream.Mixwell.

4.Placeonetortillaonapizzapanorstone.Spreadone-quarterofmeatmixtureoverthetortilla.Sprinklewith½cupcheeseandone-quarterofolivesandgreenonions.

5.Placeanothertortillaontop.Repeatlayering3moretimes.Topwithremainingtortilla.Brushwithvegetableoilforacrunchytop.

6.Bakeat375°for20-30minutes,oruntilbubblyandbrowned.

7.Sliceinto6wedges.

8.Passshreddedlettuce,choppedtomato,sourcream,andsalsaastoppings.

Tip:Ilikethisrecipebecauseyoucanmakeitahead,bakeit,andserveitwithoutthefussandflurryofmakingtacosforeachperson.

ATip—

Getoutallingredientsforarecipebeforeyoustartcooking,andputthemawayassoonasyouusethem.

EnchiladaPieArleneLeamanKliewer

Lakewood,CO

Makes8servings

PrepTime:30minutes



2lbs.groundbeef

1smallonion,chopped

smallcanofchoppedblackolives,drained

2cupstomatosauce

1-lb.canchiliconcarne,orMexican-stylebeans,undrained

18corntortillas

2-lb.boxVelveetacheese,cubedorshredded

1cupbeefbroth

1.Brownbeefandoniontogetherinlargeskillet.Drainoffdrippings.

2.Stirinolives,tomatosauce,andbeans.Coverandsimmeruntilhot.

3.Inagreased9x13bakingpan,layerhalfthetortillas,followedbyalayerofhalfthegroundbeefmixture,andalayerofone-thirdofthecheese.Repeatthelayers,endingwithcheese.

4.Pourbrothoverall.

5.Bakeat350°,uncovered,for45minutes.

6.Allowtostandfor10minutesbeforeserving.

CreamyMexicanCasseroleSharonEshleman

Ephrata,PA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:30minutes


1lb.groundbeef

10.75-oz.cantomatosoup

10.75-oz.cancreamofchickensoup


1Tbsp.chilipowder

1lb.cheddarcheese,grated

9-oz.pkg.flourtortillas,cutintoquarters

1.Brownbeefinalargeskilletorsaucepan.Drainoffdrippings.

2.Mixinallotheringredientsexceptcheddarcheeseandtortillas.

3.Linethebottomofagreased9x13bakingpanwithhalfthequarteredtortillas.

4.Spoonhalfthemeatmixtureoverthetortillas.Coverwithhalfthegratedcheese.

5.Repeatthelayers.

6.Bakeuncoveredat350°for25-30minutes,oruntilwellbrowned.

Variations:

1.Use2cupscooked,cut-upchickeninsteadofthegroundbeef.

2.Adda15-oz.cankidneybeans,drained,andan11-oz.cancorn,drained,toStep2.

3.Adda15-oz.canrefriedbeans,inadditionto,orinsteadof,thekidneybeans,inStep2.

4.Foraddedzip,stirinacoupleofcut-upjalapeñopeppersinStep2.

CheeseburgerCasseroleSherriMayer

MenomoneeFalls,WI

Makes4servings



1lb.groundbeef

½cupchoppedonions


8-oz.cantomatosauce

¼cupketchup

⅛tsp.pepper

½lb.slicedAmericancheese,oryourchoice

4-oz.canrefrigeratedbiscuits

1.Inalargeskillet,browngroundbeefwithonionsandgreenpepper.Drainoffdrippings.

2.Blendintomatosauce,ketchup,andpepper.Cookonlowheatabout5minutes.

3.Ingreased2-qt.casseroledish,alternatelayersofgroundbeefmixtureandslicesofcheese.

4.Arrangebiscuitsontop.

5.Bakeat400°20-25minutes,untilbiscuitsaregoldenbrown.

MeatballSubCasseroleRhodaAtzeff

Harrisburg,PA

Makes6-8servings



⅓cupchoppedgreenonions

¼cupseasonedbreadcrumbs


1lb.groundbeef

1lb.loafItalianbread,cutinto1”-thickslices


½cupmayonnaise


¼tsp.pepper

2cupsshreddedmozzarellacheese,divided

28-oz.jarspaghettisauce

1cupwater


1.Inalargemixingbowl,combineonions,crumbs,andParmesancheese.Addbeefandmixwell.

2.Shapeinto1”balls.Placeonarackinashallowbakingpan.

3.Bakeat400°for15-20minutes,oruntilmeatisnolongerpink.

4.Meanwhile,arrangebreadinasinglelayerinanungreased9x13bakingdish.

5.Combinecreamcheese,mayonnaise,Italianseasoning,andpepper.Spreadoverthebreadandsprinklewith½cupmozzarellacheese.

6.Combinespaghettisauce,water,andgarlic.Addmeatballs.Pouroverbread-cheesemixture.Sprinklewithremainingmozzarellacheese.

7.Bake,uncovered,at350°for30minutes,oruntilheatedthrough.

Variations:

1.Ifyoupreferalesscheesydish,reducecreamcheesebyhalf.

2.Tosavetime,usealreadypreparedmeatballs.

ATip—

Savetheendpiecesofloavesofbreadinabaginthefreezer.Whenyouhaveabagfull,runthemthroughafoodprocessororblendertomakebreadcrumbs.(Mychildrenlovetodothis.)Usethecrumbsforbreadingchicken,inmeatloaf,orwithmeltedbutterasatoppingformacaronisandcheese.

PeppyPeppersSusieNisley

Millersburg,OH

Makes6servings



1largegreenpepper,diced

1lb.groundbeef

1tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

1cupdrylong-grainrice

1qt.tomatojuice

1envelopedrytacoseasoning

Velveetacheese,cubed

1.Placepepperingreased2-qt.casserole.

2.Inskillet,browngroundbeef.Drainoffdrippings.Seasonmeatwithsaltandpepper.Spreadseasonedbeefovergreenpepper.

3.Sprinklericeovergroundbeef.

4.Inasaucepan,ortheskilletinwhichyoubrownedthebeef,combinetomatojuiceandtacoseasoning.Bringtoaboil.Pouroverriceandbeef.

5.Cover.Bakeat350°for60minutes.TopwithVelveetacheese.Returntoovenuntilcheesemelts.

AsianBeefandNoodlesReneeD.Groff

Manheim,PA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1¼lbs.groundbeef

23-oz.pkgs.Orientalflavoredramennoodles,divided

2cupswater

2cupsfrozenbroccoli,ormixedvegetables

2Tbsp.thinlyslicedgreenonions

1.Inalargeskillet,browngroundbeef.Removebeeffromskilletwithslottedspoon.Seasonbeefwithoneseasoningpacketfromramennoodles.Setaside.Draindrippingsoutofskillet.

2.Inthesameskillet,combine2cupswater,vegetables,noodles(brokenup),andtheremainingseasoningpacket.

3.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat.Coverandsimmer3minutes,oruntilnoodlesandvegetablesaretender,stirringoccasionally.

4.Returnbeeftoskillet.Addgreenonion.

5.Heatthoroughly.Serveimmediately.

MainDishPopoverReneeD.Groff

Manheim,PA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:20minutes


1lb.groundbeef

½cupchoppedonions


¼cupwater

½tsp.salt

½tsp.driedoregano

Batterforcrust:

2eggs,beaten

¾cupflour

½tsp.salt

¾cupmilk

1Tbsp.cornmeal

1choppedtomato,optional

1.Inalargeskilletorsaucepan,browngroundbeefandonionstogether.Drainoffdrippings.

2.Tomeatandonionsinpan,stirincreamcheeseandwater.Stiroverlowheatuntilcreamcheeseismelted.

3.Stirinsaltandoreganoandsetaside.

4.Combineeggs,flour,salt,andmilkinasmallplasticcontainerwithalid.Shakeuntilsmooth.(Youmayneedtobeatitwithaforktoremovelumps.)Ormixinamixingbowlwithawhisk.

5.Pourbatterintoagreased9”pieplate.Sprinklewithcornmeal.

6.Spoonmeatmixtureoverbatter,leaving½inchspacearoundedges.


8.Topwithchoppedtomato,ifyouwish,andserve.

PizzaCasserolewithMacaroniCrustDorothyHess

WillowStreet,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:35minutes


2lbs.groundbeef

1onion,chopped


28-oz.jarpizzasauce

1Tbsp.sugar

½-¾lb.drymacaronis

1egg,beaten

½cupmilk

4-oz.baggratedsharpcheddarcheese

8-oz.baggratedmozzarellacheese

1.Inalargeskillet,browngroundbeefandonion.Drainoffdrippings.

2.Tobeefinskilletaddtomatosoup,pizzasauce,andsugar.Simmer,covered,for10minutes.

3.Meanwhile,cookmacaronisinboilingwaterinsaucepanfor7minutes.Drainwell.Returncookedmacaronistosaucepan.

4.Inasmallbowl,combineeggandmilk.Pourovercookedmacaronis.Mixwell.

5.Pourmacaronisintobottomofagreased9x13bakingpan.

6.Spreadmeatsauceovermacaronis.

7.Sprinklewithcheddarandmozzarellacheeses.

8.Bakeat350°for20-30minutes,oruntilheatedthroughandcheeseismelted.

ATip—

Browngroundbeefinthemicrowave,usingamicrowavablecooker/steamer.Stirandbreakupthemeatevery2-3minutes.Thegreasedrainsthroughthesteamerbasket,leavingfine,welldrainedmeat.

SevenLayerDinnerwithRiceJereZimmerman,Reinholds,PA

Makes6servings


BakingTime:1½hours

1cupuncookedminuterice

1cupcannedwhole-kernelcorn,drained


28-oz.canstomatosauce,divided

¾cupwater,divided

½cupchoppedonions


¾lb.uncookedgroundbeef

4stripsbacon,cutinhalf

1.Placericeinthebottomofagreased2-qt.casseroledish.

2.Coverwithdrainedcorn.Sprinklewithsaltandpepper.

3.Inasmallmixingbowl,blend1cantomatosauceand½cupwater.Pourovercorn.

4.Topwithonionsandgreenpeppers.

5.Crumbleuncookedgroundbeefovertop.Sprinklewithsaltandpepper.

6.Mixsecondcanoftomatosaucewith¼cupwaterandpourovermeat.

7.Topwithbaconslices.

8.Coverandbakeat350°for1hour.Uncoverandbake½hourlonger,untilbaconiscrisp.

Zucchini-HamburgerBakeLindaOverholt

Abbeville,SC

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


1lb.hamburger

1smallonion,chopped

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

2cupspizzasauce

½cuprawlong-grainrice

4cupszucchini,peeledandcubed

1½cupswater

¾cupgratedmozzarellacheese

1.Inalargeskilletorstockpot,brownhamburgerandoniontogether.Drainoffdrippings.Seasonmeatandonionwithsaltandpepper.

2.Addremainingingredients,exceptcheese,andstirtogether.Coverandsimmeroverlowheatuntilriceissoft,approximately35-45minutes.

3.Topwithcheeseandallowtomeltbeforeserving.

Tips:

1.Anelectricskilletworkswellformakingthiscasserole.

2.Youcandoubletheamountofzucchiniifyouwant.

ReubenCasseroleJoleenAlbrecht

Gladstone,MI

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:25minutes


1½cupsThousandIslandsaladdressing

1cupsourcream

1Tbsp.mincedonions

12slicesdarkryebread,cubed,divided

1lb.sauerkraut,drained

1½lbs.cornedbeef,slicedandcutintobite-sizedpieces

2cupsshreddedSwisscheese

¼cupbutterormargarine,melted

1.Inamixingbowl,stirtogetherdressing,sourcream,andonions.Setaside.

2.Arrangebreadcubesinagreased9x13bakingdish,settingasideapproximately1

cupcubesforthetop.

3.Topthebreadwithalayerofsauerkraut,followedbyalayerofcornedbeef.

4.Spreaddressingmixtureovercornedbeef.SprinklewithSwisscheese.

5.Topwithremainingbreadcubes.Drizzlewithmeltedbutter.

6.Coverandbakeat350°for15minutes.Uncoverandcontinuebakingforabout10minutesoruntilbubbly.

ReubenStromboliAndreaCunningham

Arlington,KS

Makes6-8servings





3¼-3¾cupsflour,divided

1pkg.,or1Tbsp.,quickriseyeast

1Tbsp.sugar


1tsp.salt


½cupThousandIslandsaladdressing

6ozs.thinlyslicedcornedbeef

4ozs.slicedSwisscheese

8-oz.cansauerkraut,drained

1eggwhite,beaten

carawayseeds

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combine2¼cupsflour,yeast,sugar,butter,andsalt.Stirinwarmwater.Mixuntilasoftdoughforms.Addremainingflourifnecessary.

2.Turnontoalightlyflouredsurface.Kneaduntilsmooth,about4minutes.

3.Onagreasedbakingsheet,rolldoughtoa14x10rectangle.

4.Spreaddressingdowncenterthirdofdough.Topwithlayersofbeef,cheese,andsauerkraut.

5.Makecutsfromfillingtoedgesofdough,1”apartonbothsidesofthefilling.Alternatingsides,foldthestripsatanangleacrossfilling.

6.Coverfilleddoughandletriseinawarmplacefor15minutes.

7.Brushwitheggwhiteandsprinklewithcarawayseeds.

8.Bakeat400°,uncovered,for25minutes,oruntillightlybrowned.

9.Letstandfor10minutes.Cutinto¾”sliceswithasharpknife.

ATip—

Ioftendoublearecipe.Ifreezetheoneportionandservetheother.ThensomenightwhenIcomehometiredfromwork,Ihaveamealthatneedsonlytobeheated.

PorkMainDishes

Tuscan-StylePorkRibswithBalsamicGlaze

J.B.Miller,Indianapolis,IN

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:30minutes

Standing(orChilling)Time:2-8hours

BakingTime:2hours,15minutes

2Tbsp.oliveoil

2Tbsp.choppedfreshrosemaryleaves,or1tsp.driedrosemary

1½Tbsp.koshersalt

1½Tbspfennelseeds,or1½tsp.groundfennel

2tsp.pepper

2tsp.freshchoppedsage,or1tsp.driedsage

2tsp.freshchoppedthyme,or½tsp.driedthyme

2tsp.paprika

1tsp.crushedredpepper,optional,dependingonhowmuchheatyoulike

1tsp.groundcoriander

½tsp.groundallspice

6lbs.porkribs

3Tbsp.balsamicvinegar

1.Inasmallbowl,combineoliveoil,rosemary,salt,fennelseeds,pepper,sage,thyme,paprika,redpepper,coriander,andallspice.

2.Rubspicepastealloverribsandletstandatroomtemperaturefor2hours,orrefrigerateovernight.


4.Arrangeribsonalarge,rimmedbakingsheetorroastingpan,meatysideup.

5.Roastribsuncoveredfor2hoursoruntiltender.

6.Preheatbroiler.Brushmeatysideofribswithbalsamicvinegarandbroil6inchesfromheatuntilbrowned,about2minutes.

7.Letstandfor5minutes,thencutbetweenribs,orserveinslabs.

Tip:Youcanusethisglazeonporkchops,lambchops,andcutsofchicken.

Finger-Lickin’Spareribs

SusanGuarneri,ThreeLakes,WI

Makes4servings

PrepTime:25minutes


¼cupoil

2lbs.spareribs,cutinpieces

¼cupchoppedonions


1cuppineapplejuice

¾cupvinegar

¾cupwater

2Tbsp.ketchup

1Tbsp.soysauce

¼tsp.Worcestershiresauce

1mediumclovegarlic,minced

½cupbrownsugar

2Tbsp.cornstarch

1.Brownspareribsinoilinlargeskillet.Removemeatandpouroffallbut2Tbsp.drippings.

2.Addonionsandgreenpeppertodrippingsandcookuntiltender.Stirinjuice,vinegar,water,ketchup,soysauce,Worcestershiresauce,andgarlic.Bringtoboil.

3.Blendbrownsugarandcornstarchtogetherandquicklystirintoboilingmixtureuntilthickened(aminuteortwo).

4.Reduceheattolowsimmerandaddmeat.Cookuncoveredfor1hour,oruntiltender.Stiroccasionallysothesauceandmeatdonotburn.

5.Checkmeat—itmaytakelesstimetocooktoforktender.

Variation:Add1cuppineapplechunksplus1cupjuiceforaheartierdish.

Thesewerefavorite“finger-lickin”favoritesofmykidswhentheyweregrowingup.Theyfoughtforthelastmorselsofthesauce.

PorkChopswithApplesandStuffingLouiseBodziony

SunriseBeach,MO

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


6bonelessporkloinchops,

1”-thick

1Tbsp.oil

21-oz.canapple-piefillingwithcinnamon

6-oz.pkg.crushedstuffingmix,prepared

1.Inskillet,brownchopsinoilovermedium-highheat.(Dothisinseveralbatchessoasnottocrowdtheskillet.Thechopswillbrownbetterifthepanisn’ttoofull.)

2.Spreadpiefillinginagreased9x13bakingpan.

3.Placeporkchopsontop.

4.Spoonstuffingoverchops.Cover.

5.Bakeat350°for55-65minutes.Uncoverandbake10minuteslonger,oruntilmeatthermometerreads160°.

ATip—

Followrecipesexactlyuntilyou’vegainedconfidenceandexperience.Remembertotry,tryagain!

SweetPorkChopsAngieClemens

Dayton,VA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


2Tbsp.oil

6bonelessporkchops

1onion,sliced

1greenpepper,slicedintorings

6Tbsp.brownsugar

6Tbsp.ketchup

6Tbsp.lemonjuice

1.Brownporkchopsinoilinlargeskillet.(Donotcrowdtheskillet.Thechopswillbrownmorefullyifthey’renotsqueezedinthepan.)Placebrownedchopsinagreased9x13bakingdish.

2.Ontopofeachchop,place1onionsliceand1greenpepperslice.

3.Inasmallmixingbowl,combinebrownsugar,ketchup,andlemonjuice.Topeachchopwithabout3Tbsp.ofthemixture.

4.Coverandbakeat350°for30minutes.Uncoverandbake30minutesmore.

5.Basteoccasionallyduringthefinal30minutes.

Tips:Iliketoputanyextraonionsandgreenpepperpiecesaroundtheedgesofthebakingdishbeforeputtingthemeatintheoven.

SpicedPorkChopsMaryJaneHoober

Shipshewana,IN

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes


½cupflour

1½tsp.garlicpowder

1½tsp.drymustard

1½tsp.paprika

½tsp.celerysalt

¼tsp.groundginger

⅛tsp.driedoregano

⅛tsp.driedbasil

⅛tsp.salt

pinchofpepper

4porkloinchops,approximately¾”-thick

1to2Tbsp.oil

1cupketchup

1cupwater

¼cupbrownsugar,packed

1.Inamedium-sizedmixingbowl,combinethefirst10ingredients(throughpepper).

2.Dredgeporkchopsonbothsidesindrymixture.

3.Heatoilinaskillet.Brownchopsonbothsides.(Donotcrowdtheskillet.Thechopswillbrownbetterifthey’renottightagainsteachother.)Placeinagreased9x13bakingdish.

4.Inasmallbowl,combineketchup,water,andbrownsugar.Pouroverchops.

5.Bakeuncovered,at350°for1hour,oruntiltender.

BakedPorkChopswithGravyMargaretJarrett

Anderson,IN

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1Tbsp.oil

4porkchops


¾cupwater

½tsp.groundginger

¼tsp.rosemary

1canonionrings

¼cupsourcream

1.Brownporkchopsinoilinskillet.(Reservethedrippings.)Laythebrownedchopsinalightlygreasedbakingdish.

2.Inasmallmixingbowl,mixthemushroomsoup,water,ginger,androsemarytogether.Pouroverthechops.


4.Uncoverandspreadonionringsovertop.Bake10moreminutes.

5.Whilethechopsarebaking,makeagravybyheatingthedrippings.Stirinthesourcreamandheatwithoutboiling.Servewiththebakedchops.

PorkChopsandCabbageShirleyHedman

Schenectady,NY

Makes4servings

PrepTime:10minutes


4porkchops

2Tbsp.oil

dashofsalt

dashofpepper

dashofgarlicpowder

1medium-sizedheadofcabbage,shredded

8-oz.cantomatosauce

¼cupwater

1.Inalargeskilletorsaucepan,brownporkchopsononesideinoil.Turn.

2.Seasonwithsalt,pepper,andgarlicpowder.

3.Topchopswithcabbage.

4.Inasmallbowl,mixtogethertomatosauceandwateruntilsmooth.Pourovercabbage.Coverpan.

5.Cookslowlyoverlowheatfor1½hours,stirringoccasionally,untilchopsandcabbagearetender,butnotoverdone.

Cranberry-GlazedPorkRoastCovaRexroad,Kingsville,MD

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes

BakingTime:2hours


2½-3-lb.porkroast

1tsp.salt

½-¼tsp.pepper

16-oz.canwhole-berrycranberrysauce

½cuporangejuice

¼cupbrownsugar

1.Rubtheporkroastwithsaltandpepper.Bakeuncoveredat350°for1½hours.

2.Meanwhile,combinecranberrysauce,orangejuice,andbrownsugarinasmallsaucepan.Cookoverlowheatuntilmixturecomestoaboil,makingathinsauce.

3.Afterthemeathasbaked,brush¼ofthesauceovertheroastandbakeuncoveredanother30minutes.

4.Removetheroastfromthepanandplaceitonaservingplatter.Coverwithfoilandallowtostandfor25-30minutes.Slicethinlyandservewiththeremainingsauce.

Variation:Fortheglaze,use¼cuphoney,1tsp.gratedorangepeel,⅛tsp.cloves,and⅛tsp.nutmeg,insteadoforangejuiceandbrownsugar.

—ChrisPeterson

GreenBay,WI

PearPorkStir-FryPollyAnnaGlaser

NewUlm,MN

Makes4servings

PrepTime:5minutes


16-oz.canpearslices,drained(reserveliquid)

12ozs.leanporkloin,cutintojuliennedstrips

2Tbsp.vegetableoil

3carrots,cutin½”-thickslices

1medium-sizedonion,diced

1redpepper,diced

3Tbsp.brownsugar

3Tbsp.redwinevinegar

1Tbsp.cornstarch

2Tbsp.soysauce

dashofpepper

1.Cutpearsslicesinhalf.Setaside.

2.Inaskillet,sautéporkoverhighheatinoiluntillightlybrowned,stirringconstantly.

3.Addthevegetablesandcookjustuntiltender-crisp,about5minutes,stirringfrequently.

4.Inasmallbowl,combinepearliquidwithbrownsugar,vinegar,cornstarch,soysauce,andpepper.Whensmooth,stirintoporkandvegetables.

5.Addpears.Cook,stirringgently1-2minutes,untilsaucethickens.

6.Serveoverrice.

PorkThaiStewMarilynMowry,Irving,TX

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:15minutes


2lbs.porktenderloin,cubed

2Tbsp.oil


2cupsslicedredbellpepper

2Tbsp.whitewineorricewinevinegar

¼cupteriyakisauce

1tsp.crushedredpepperflakes

½cupwater

¼cupcreamypeanutbutter

slicedgreenonions

choppedpeanuts

1.Inlargeskillet,brownmeatinoil.

2.Addremainingingredients,exceptwater,peanutbutter,onions,andchoppedpeanuts.

3.Simmer,covered,1½hoursonstove.Stirin½cupwater.Coverandcontinuesimmeringoverlowheatforanother1½hours,oruntilmeatisverytender.

4.Removeskilletfromheat.Whilemeatisstillinskillet,shredthemeatusing2forkstopullitapart.Stirinpeanutbutter.

5.Serveoverrice.Garnishwithchoppedgreenonionsandchoppedpeanuts.

Mother’sBakedHamDawnRanck

Lansdale,PA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:10minutes


21-lb.sliceshamsteaks,each1¼”thick

1tsp.driedmustard

4Tbsp.brownsugar

milktocoverham

1.Placehaminlargebakingpan.

2.Rubwithmustard.

3.Sprinklewithsugar.

4.Addenoughmilktobarelycoverham.(Pourmilkinalongthesideofthemeatslicessoasnottowashoffthemustardandsugar.)

5.Coverwithfoil.

6.Bakeat325°for60-75minutes,oruntilmilkisabsorbed.

ATip—

Ovenmealsareespeciallygoodforcompanyifyou’reanewcook.Forexample,

bakedbeefstew,servedwithasaladandgarlicbread,takesthepressureofflast-minutepreparation.

PineappleGlazeforHamStarlaKreider

Mohrsville,PA

Makes4cups

PrepTime:5minutes


¼cupwater

1½cupsbrownsugar

1½Tbsp.ketchup

1½Tbsp.soysauce

1½tsp.drymustard

1½cupscrushedpineapple,drained

2¼Tbsp.cornstarch

½cupwater

1.Combinefirst6ingredientsinasaucepan.Bringtoaboil.

2.Inasmallmixingbowl,combinecornstarchand½cupwateruntilsmooth.Addtoboilingmixture.Stircontinuouslyandcookuntilclear.

3.Spoonoverhamslicesbeforebaking.Orserveasatoppingforcookedsweetpotatoesorforcookedrice.

Variation:Useonly¾cupofbrownsugarifyoupreferatangiersauce.

HamLoafInezRutt,Bangor,PA

Makes6-8servings


BakingTime:1-1¼hours

¾lb.groundham

¾lb.groundpork

1egg

¼cupmincedonions

½cupcrackercrumbs

½cupmilk

peppertotaste

Glaze:

½cupbrownsugar

1Tbsp.drymustard

¼cupvinegar

1.Inalargemixingbowl,mixham,pork,egg,onions,crackercrumbs,milk,andpeppertogetheruntilwellblended.Formintoaloaf,andthenplaceingreasedloafpan.

2.Makeglazebymixingbrownsugar,drymustard,andvinegartogetheruntilsmooth.

3.Pourglazeovertopofhamloaf.

4.Bakeat350°for1-1¼hours,oruntilwellbrowned.Basteoccasionallywithglazeduringbaking.

Variation:Add8-oz.cancrushedpineappleandjuicetotheglaze.—MaryE.Wheatley

Mashpee,MA

—JaniceYoskovich

Carmichaels,PA

Potato,Ham,andCheeseCasseroleVeraMartin

EastEarl,PA

Makes6servings




4or5eggs,beaten

1cupshreddedcheeseofyourchoice

½cupmilk

pinchofonionsalt

2medium-sizedrawpotatoes,peeledandshredded,about2cups-worth

½cupchippedham

1.Inabowl,combineeggs,cheese,milkandonionsalt.Thenaddtheshreddedpotatoesandthechippedham.

2.Stireverythingtogetherwell,andputintoagreased9x9bakingdish,ora10”glasspieplate.

3.Bakeat350°forabout40-45minutes,oruntilset,andknifeinsertedincentercomesoutclean.

4.Allowtostand10minutesbeforecuttingtoserve.

Welikethisdishforbreakfastorforalightlunch.

ScallopedPotatoesandHamSandraChang,Derwood,MD

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes



4medium-sizedpotatoes,peeledandsliced

¼cuponions,chopped

1Tbsp.flour,divided

1tsp.salt,divided

⅛tsp.pepper

1cupcookedham,diced

1⅔cupsmilk


½cup(2ozs.)shreddedcheddarcheese

sprinkleofpaprika

1.Arrangehalfofpotatoesingreased2-qt.microwavablecasseroledish.

2.Sprinklewithonions,1½tsp.flour,½tsp.salt,andpinchofpepper.

3.Layerremainingpotatoesintodish.Addalayerofham.Sprinklewithremainingflour,salt,andpepper.

4.Pourmilkovertop.Dotwithbutter.

5.Coverandmicrowaveat50%powerfor30minutes,oruntilpotatoesaretender.Rotatedishone-quarterturnevery8minutes.

6.Sprinklewithcheeseandpaprika.

7.Microwave,uncovered,at50%powerfor2minutes,oruntilcheeseismelted.

8.Coverandletstandfor5minutesbeforeserving.

HamandPeaCasseroleMarciaS.Myer

Manheim,PA

Makes6-8servings



10.75-oz.cancreamofceleryormushroomsoup

1soupcanofmilk

½tsp.garlicpowder

2cupscookedham,cubed

1cupfrozenpeas,thawed

2cupscookedmacaronis

¼lb.Velveetacheese,cubed

2slicestornbread

3Tbsp.meltedbutter

1.Inalargemixingbowl,whisktogethersoup,milk,andgarlicpowderuntilsmooth.

2.Gentlystirinham,peas,macaronis,andcheesecubes.

3.Spoonintoagreased2-qt.,7x11,ora9x13,bakingdish.

4.Inthemixingbowl,combinethebreadandbutter.Spoonovercasserole.

5.Bakeat350°,uncovered,for30minutes,oruntilheatedthroughandbreadtoppingisbrowned.

PorkFriedRiceSarahM.Balmer,Manheim,PA

Makes6servings



½lb.freshpork,cubed

2Tbsp.oil,divided

3”-piecesmokedsausage,cutinto¼”slices

½cupdicedcarrots

½cupfinelychoppedbroccoli

½cupchoppedonions


½cupcannedcorn,drained

3cupscookedrice

2eggs,beaten

3-4Tbsp.soysauce

¼tsp.garlicpowder

⅛tsp.ginger

1.Inlargeskilletorwok,sautéporkin1Tbsp.oiloverhighheatuntilbrowned.

2.Stirinsausage,carrots,broccoli,onions,greenpepper,andcornandcookfor3-4minutes.Removefromskillet.

3.Add1Tbsp.oiltoskillet.Heatcookedriceinskilletoverlowheat.Formwellincenterofrice.Poureggsintowell.Cookuntilset,stirringeggsoccasionally.Thenstireggsintorice.

4.Addvegetablesandmeat,soysauce,garlicpowder,andgroundginger.Mixuntilwelldistributed.Continueheating,covered,forafewminutes,oruntilheatedthrough.

SmokedSausageOrientalRuthFeister,Narvon,PA

Makes6servings



1-1½lbs.smokedsausage,cutinto¾”thickchunks

1Tbsp.butter


3smalltomatoes,chopped

1Tbsp.cornstarch

½tsp.ginger

1Tbsp.vinegar

1Tbsp.soysauce

½cupapricotpreserves

1.Brownsausagechunksinbutter.

2.Stirinonionandbrownitinthemeatdrippings.

3.Addtomatoes,andcookoverlowheatfor5minutes.

4.Meanwhile,inasmallbowl,combinecornstarchandginger.Mixinvinegarandsoysauce,stirringuntilsmooth.Addpreservesandcombinewell.

5.Stirintosausage-vegetablemixture.

6.Cookcoveredoverlowheat,stirringoccasionally,untilsaucethickens.

7.Whenheatedthrough,serveoverrice.

Variations:Ifyouwant,add1greenpepper,chunked,toStep3,and2cupsdrainedpineapplechunkstoStep6.

JiffyJambalayaCaroleM.Mackie

Williamsfield,IL

Makes6servings

PrepTime:30minutes


1onion,chopped


2Tbsp.oil

1lb.cookedkielbasaorPolishsausage,cutinto¼”slices


½cupwater

1Tbsp.sugar

1tsp.paprika

½tsp.driedthyme

½tsp.driedoregano

¼tsp.garlicpowder

3dropshotpeppersauce

1½cupsuncookedminuterice

1.Inskillet,sautéonionandgreenpepperinoiluntiltender.

2.Stirinsausage,tomatoes,water,sugar,andseasonings.Bringtoaboil.

3.Addrice.Coverandsimmerfor5minutes,untilriceistender.

SausageTortelliniChristieDetamore-

Hunsberger

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes8servings



1lb.sausage,cutinto½”slices

1cupchoppedonions


5cupsbeeforchickenbroth

½cupwater

½cupredcookingwine

214-oz.cansdicedtomatoes,undrained

1cupthinlyslicedcarrots

½tsp.driedbasil

½tsp.driedoregano


½cupslicedzucchini,optional

16-oz.pkg.tortellini

3Tbsp.parsley

1.Inlargestockpot,brownsausageinitsowndrippings.Whenwellbrowned,stirinonions,andgarlic.Cookuntilbrowned.

2.Addnext8ingredients(throughthetomatosauce),cover,andsimmer35-40minutes.

3.Addzucchiniifyouwish,andtortellini.Simmeranother20-25minutesoverlowheat,oruntiltortelliniiscooked.

4.Stirinparsleyandserve.

FavoriteCasseroleLaverneNafziger

Goshen,IN

Makes6servings

PrepTime:30minutes


2cupsdrynoodles,cookedaccordingtopackagedirections

2Tbsp.choppedonions

1clovegarlic,minced

1lb.bulksausage

1cupcottagecheese

1cupmilk



3eggs

1.Brownsausage,onions,andgarlicinskillet.Drainoffdrippings.

2.Inlargebowl,mixallingredientsexceptcheddarcheeseandeggs.Pourintoagreased

8x12,or2-qt.,bakingdish.

3.Beateggswithfork.Addcheddarcheese.Pourovertopofcasserole.

4.Bakeuncoveredat350°for45-60minutes,oruntilbubblyandbrowned.

SausageandCornCasseroleJuliaHorst

Gordonville,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


1lb.bulksausage

2cupscookedcorn

2cupscooked,dicedpotatoes

4hard-boiledeggs,diced

¼cupbutter

1tsp.mincedonions

¼cupflour

¼tsp.salt

2cupsmilk

2Tbsp.butter

½cupbreadcrumbs

ATip—

WhenIcookhamburgerorsausagetomixwithotheringredients,Icookitoverlowheatsoitwillstaysoftandcrumblewell.Istirthemeatuntilitisdone.Large,hardchunksdon’tflavoraswellorblendaswell.

1.Brownsausageinskillet,stirringtobreakupchunks.Drainoffdrippings.

2.Layermeat,corn,potatoes,andeggsina3-qt.greasedcasseroledish.

3.Inasaucepan,melt¼cupbutter.Sautéonionsinbutteruntiljustsoftened.

4.Stirinflourandsalt.Stiroverlowheatforabout2minutesuntilslightlybrowned.

5.Graduallypourinmilk,stirringconstantlyuntilmixturebeginstobubble.Continue

stirringuntilsaucebeginstothicken.Continuecookinganotherminuteor2,untilsaucebecomessmoothandthickened,stirringconstantly.

6.Pourwhitesauceovercasseroleingredients.Mixlightly.

7.Melt2Tbsp.butterinsmallsaucepan.Stirinbreadcrumbsuntilwellcoatedwithbutter.Spoonevenlyovercasserole.

8.Bakeuncoveredat350°for30minutes,oruntilheatedthrough.

ItalianBarbecuePatBishop

Bedminster,PA

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1lb.bulksausage,uncooked

1lb.chippedsteak,uncooked

4largeonions,cutinrings

2medium-sizedgreenpeppers,sliced

4-oz.canslicedmushrooms,drained


1Tbsp.driedoregano

salttotaste

8-10hoagierolls

1.Inalargeskillet,brownthesausage.Removefrompanandsetaside.

2.Brownchippedsteakinthesausagedrippingsinthesameskillet.Pullsteakapartwith

2forks.Removefrompanandsetaside.

3.Brownonionsandpeppersinskilletdrippings.Stirmeatsbackinandaddremainingingredients.Coverandsimmer1hour.

4.Serveonhoagierolls.

PorkTenderloinSandwichesKarenKirstein

Schenectady,NY

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1lb.porktenderloin

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

1cupflour

1egg,beaten

1Tbsp.vegetableoil

½cupsourcream

1tsp.horseradish

romainelettuce

redonion,thinlysliced

4breadrolls

1.Slicetenderloininto4¼”-thickslicesandpoundflat.

2.Inasmallbowl,mixflourwithsaltandpepper.Dipmeatslicesintoflourandthenintobeatenegg.Fryinoiluntilbrown.Turnandbrownotherside.(Becarefulnottocrowdthepansothemeatcanbrownwellandcookthrough.)Setfinishedslicesasideandkeepwarmwhileyoubrowntherest.

3.Meanwhile,inasmallbowl,mixsourcreamwithhorseradish.

4.Toserve,placemeat,lettuce,andoniononrollsandtopwithsourcreammixture.

Ham&CheeseRingDesiRineer,Millersville,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes




1tsp.lemonjuice

2Tbsp.choppedonions

¼cupparsley

1cupchoppedbroccoli,freshorfrozen(thawed)

1cupchoppedorshreddedham

1½cupsshreddedcheese(yourchoiceofvariety)

1tuberefrigeratedcrescentrolls

1.Inamedium-sizedmixingbowl,mixtogetherbutter,mustard,andlemonjuice.

2.Addonions,parsley,broccoli,ham,andcheese.Blendwell.

3.Inalightlygreasedbakingdish,arrangecrescentrollsinacirclewithpointsoutlikeastarandcentersoverlapping.

4.Placemeat/vegetablemixtureincenterandfoldendsofrollsintothemiddle.


StromboliMonicaKehr

Portland,MI

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes




1loaffrozenbreaddough,thawed,or

¾cupwater

2Tbsp.oil

2cupsbreadflour

½tsp.sugar

½tsp.salt

2tsp.dryyeast

Italianseasoning

2cupsmozzarellacheese,grated

3ozs.slicedpepperoni

4ozs.chippedcookedham


⅓cupslicedmushrooms,optional

2Tbsp.choppedonions,optional

2Tbsp.choppedgreenor

redbellpepper,optional

1.Makedoughinbreadmachine,oruse1loaffrozenbreaddough,thawed.Rolldoughto10x15rectangleonlightlyflouredsurface.

2.SprinkledoughwithItalianseasoning.Coverentirerectanglewithcheese,pepperoni,ham,blackolives,andanyoftheotheringredientsyouwant.Presstoppingsdowngentlyintodough.

3.Startingwiththelongsideoftherectangle,rolldoughupintoalogshape.Sealendsbypinchingdoughtogether.

4.Carefullyliftontoalightlygreasedbakingsheet.Coverandallowtorise30-40minutes.

5.Bakeonsheetfor20minutesat400°,oruntillightlybrowned.

6.Allowtostandfor10minutesbeforeslicing.

Tip:Microwavepepperonislicesbetweenpapertowelsbeforeputtinginstrombolitoeliminatesomecalories.

LambMainDishes

HoosierLambChopsWillardE.Roth,Elkhart,IN

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1Tbsp.oil

6lambchops

1onion,finelychopped


1tsp.coarselygroundblackpepper

¼cupblackcurrantorblackraspberryjam

¼cupredwine

1Tbsp.freshmint,chopped

1.Heatoilinskilletovermediumheat.Cookchops,2or3atatime,for2minutespersideuntilbrowned.Setaside.Reservedrippings.

2.Sautéonionfor1minuteinsameskillet.Addvinegar,pepper,jam,andwinetoskillet.Cookuntilthickened.Stirinfreshmint.

3.Returnchopstoskillet.Cook2-3minutesperside,oruntiljustdone.Adjustseasoning.Serve.

Tip:Thissaucemakesagoodgravyforcouscous.Ifyouwanttodothat,doubletheamountsofthesauceingredientsandproceedaccordingtotherecipe.

ChickenMainDishes

CrustyBakedChickenBreastEileenEash,Carlsbad,NM

Makes8-10servings



2cupsdrybreadcrumbs

¾cupgratedParmesancheese

1tsp.paprika

1tsp.garlicsalt

1tsp.pepper


½cupbuttermilk


1tsp.drymustard

4wholeboneless,skinlesschickenbreasts,cutinstrips

1.Inashallowbowl,combinebreadcrumbs,cheese,paprika,garlicsalt,pepper,and

parsley.

2.Inanothershallowbowl,combinebuttermilk,Worcestershiresauce,andmustard.

3.Dipchickenpiecesinbuttermilkmixtureandthenrollincrumbs.Placecoatedchickeninagreased9x13bakingdishinasinglelayer.

4.Pourremainingbuttermilkoverchicken.


Variation:InStep2,use1stick(½cup)meltedbutter,insteadofbuttermilk.Use2tsp.preparedmustardinsteadofdrymustard.

—ErmaMartin

EastEarl,PA

BakedChickenFingersLoriRohrer,WashingtonBoro,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


7boneless,skinlesschickenbreasthalves,cutinto1½”slices

1½cupsfine,drybreadcrumbs

½cupgratedParmesancheese

1½tsp.salt

1Tbsp.driedthyme

1Tbsp.driedbasil

½cupbutter,melted

1.Combinebreadcrumbs,cheese,salt,andherbsinashallowbowl.Mixwell.

2.Dipchickenpiecesinbutter,andthenintocrumbmixture,coatingwell.

3.Placecoatedchickenongreasedbakingsheetinasinglelayer.


Variations:

1.InStep1use1Tbsp.garlicpowder,1Tbsp.chives,2tsp.Italianseasoning,2tsp.parsley,½tsp.onionsalt,½tsp.pepper,and¼tsp.salt(insteadof1½tsp.salt,1Tbsp.thyme,and1Tbsp.basil).

—RuthMiller

Wooster,OH

2.Useboneless,skinlesschickenthighs,anddonotcutthemintoslices.Bakeat350°for20minutes.Turnchicken.Bakeanadditional20minutes.

—EleanorLarson

GlenLyon,PA

ATip—

Investingoodqualityknives.Theymakepreparationmucheasier.

AlmondLemonChickenJudiJanzen

Salem,OR

Makes6servings


MarinatingTime:1hour


5Tbsp.lemonjuice


2clovesgarlic,finelychopped

6Tbsp.oliveoil,divided

6boneless,skinlesschickenbreasthalves

1cupslicedalmonds

2cupschickenbroth

1tsp.cornstarchdissolvedin1Tbsp.water

2Tbsp.orangeorlemonmarmalade


¼tsp.redpepperflakes

1.Inalargebowl,combinefirst3ingredients.Stirin5tablespoonsoil.Addchickenandmarinateonehouratroomtemperature.

2.Meanwhile,inlargeskillet,sautéalmondsin½Tbsp.oiluntilgolden.Removealmondsfrompanandsetaside.Reservedrippings.Addremaining½Tbsp.oil.

3.Drainchicken,reservingmarinade.Cookchickenovermedium-highheatinskilletuntilbrownoneachside,about6-10minutestotal,oruntiltender.Removeandkeep

warm.

4.Pourmarinadeintopan.Addchickenbrothandcornstarchmixture.Cookoverhighheat,untilitboilsandisreducedbyslightlymorethanhalf,about5minutes.Stiroccasionallytoloosenbrownedbitsfromskilletandtokeepsaucesmooth.

5.Addmarmaladeandstirovermediumheatuntilmelted.Stirinparsleyandredpepperflakes.

6.Returnchickentopanandheatthrough.

7.Placechickenonservingplatter.Spoonsauceover.Sprinklewithtoastedalmonds.

LemonChickenRuthShank

Gridley,IL

Makes6servings



3lbs.boneless,skinlesschickenbreasts

¼cuplemonjuice

¼tsp.garlicpowder

¼tsp.pepper

½tsp.salt

2tsp.driedoreganoleaves

oliveoil

1.Tripexcessfatfromchickenbreastsandcutintoserving-sizedpieces.

2.Arrangechickenpiecesinagreased9x13bakingdish.

3.Inasmallmixingbowl,combinelemonjuice,garlicpowder,pepper,salt,andoregano.Pouroverchicken.

4.Bake,uncovered,at375°for40-50minutes.Brushwitholiveoilevery10to15minutes,turningchickenpiecesoveroccasionally.

SavoryStir-FriedChickenBreasts

CarolynBaer

Conrath,WI

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1cupflour

4tsp.seasoningsalt

1tsp.paprika

1tsp.poultryseasoning

1tsp.groundmustard

½tsp.pepper

4wholeboneless,skinlesschickenbreasts,cubedinto1½”pieces

½cupvegetableoroliveoil

1.Inaplasticbag,combineflour,seasoningsalt,paprika,poultryseasoning,groundmustard,andpepper.

2.Addchickenbreastcubesandshakebaguntilchickeniswellcoated.

3.Inalargeskillet,sautécoatedchickeninoilfor6-8minutes.Stirconstantlywhilesautéing.

Tip:Thiswayofmakingchickenbreastskeepsthemmoist,anditissoeasytopreparequickly.Besuretomakethebreastsasyoufinishpreparingyourmealsoyoudon’thavetokeepthemwarm.Theyarebestwheneatenimmediately.

Chicken-Veggies-PeanutStir-FryBeckyGehman,Bergton,VA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:25minutes


ChickenandVegetables:

2Tbsp.oliveoil

1medium-sizedcarrot,slicedthin

1medium-sizedgreenpepper,slicedthin

1cupmushrooms,slicedthin

2cupsbroccoli,cutintosmallpieces

1-1½lbs.boneless,skinless,uncookedchickenbreast,cutinto1”pieces

5-oz.canwaterchestnuts,slicedanddrained

¾cupunsaltedgroundpeanuts

Sauce:

¼cupcornstarch

2Tbsp.brownsugar

½tsp.mincedgingerrootorgroundginger

1clovegarlic,minced

¼cupsoysauce

2Tbsp.cidervinegar

1cupchickenorbeefbroth

2Tbsp.cookingwine

2Tbsp.water

1.Makethestir-frysaucebymixingthefirst4ingredientsinajarwithatightlid.Addtheremainingingredientsandshakeuntilwellmixed.Setaside.

2.Inalargeskilletorwok,heatoil.Stir-frycarrot,pepper,mushrooms,andbroccolifor3-5minutes.

3.Addchickenandwaterchestnutsandcontinuestir-fryinguntilthechickenisnolongerpink.

4.Addstir-frysaucetochickenandvegetables.Stirwhileheatingovermediumheat,justuntilthesaucehasthickened.

5.Spoonontoplatterandsprinklewithpeanuts.Servewithrice.

ChickenMarengoBernadetteVeenstra

Rockford,MI

Makes4-6servings



1Tbsp.oil

4bone-inchickenbreasthalves,skinremoved,or6bone-inthighs

1Tbsp.flour

½tsp.driedbasil

¼tsp.garlicpowder

1tsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

½cupwhitewine,orchickenbroth

2Tbsp.tomatopaste

214.5-oz.or16-oz.cansofstewedtomatoeshalfacoarselychoppedgreenpepper

1onion,cutinto8wedges

½cuphalvedorslicedolives

1lb.cookedwideeggnoodles

1.Brownallsidesofchickeninoilinalargeskillet.

2.Inamedium-sizedbowl,mixtogetherflour,basil,garlicpowder,salt,pepper,wineorbroth,tomatopasteandtomatoes.Pouroverchicken.

3.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat,cover,andsimmer20-25minutes.Abouthalfwaythrough,addgreenpepper,onion,andolives.Stiroccasionally.

4.Whenfinishedcooking,debonechicken.Stirbackintosauce.

5.Serveovernoodles.

ATip—

Slicerawchickenbreastwhileit’sstillpartlyfrozen.It’smucheasiertohandlethatway.

ChickenParmesanJuletteRush,Harrisonburg,VA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes


½cupbreadcrumbs


1tsp.driedbasil

4boneless,skinlesschickenbreasts,cutintobite-sizedpieces

1Tbsp.oliveoil

14.5-oz.canItaliandicedtomatoes

6-oz.cantomatopaste

5.5-oz.cantomatojuice

1½Tbsp.sugar

⅓cupwater


8ozs.angel-hairpasta

1.Combinebreadcrumbs,Parmesancheese,andbasilinalargeresealablebag.Shakelightlytomix.

2.Addchickenpiecestobag,andshakeuntilchickeniscoated.

3.Pouroliveoilintoanon-stickpan.Cookcoatedchickenpiecesuntilchickeniscookedthroughandbrownedonallsides.

4.Inanotherskillet,combinedicedtomatoes,tomatopaste,tomatojuice,sugar,andwater.Cookovermediumheatuntilsauceishot.

5.Stirchickenintosauce.Sprinklewithmozzarellacheese.

6.Coverskilletandcookoverlowheatuntilcheesemelts.

7.Serveoverangel-hairpasta,cookedaccordingtopackagedirections.

ChickenCacciatoreLindaThomas,Sayner,WI

Makes4-5servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1wholechicken,cutup

½cupoil

¼cupwater


1Tbsp.cidervinegar

2tsp.driedoregano

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

1greenpepper,sliced,optional

1.Heatoilinlargeskillet.Brownchickenpiecesinbatches,placingtheminagreased9x13bakingdishastheyfinishbrowning.

2.Inasmallmixingbowl,combinewater,soup,oregano,salt,andpepper.Mixwell;thenspoonone-thirdofsauceoverchickenpieces.Bakeuncoveredat350°for15minutes.

3.Removefromovenandspoonanotherone-thirdofthesauceoverthechicken.Bakeuncoveredforanother20minutes.

4.Removefromovenandspoontheremainingthirdofthesauceoverthemeat.Topwithgreenpepperslices.Bakeuncoveredfor20-25minutesmore.

ChipperChickenKimJensen

Thornton,CO

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


2½cupscrushedpotatochips

¼tsp.garlicpowder

½tsp.paprikaorchilipowder

1tsp.driedoreganoorparsley

1chicken,cutup,or3lbs.selectedchickenpieces

½cupmeltedbutter

1.Crushpotatochipsinaplasticbag.Addgarlicpowderandyourchoiceofspices.Shaketomix.

2.Dipchickenpiecesinmeltedbutter.Placeeachpiece,one-by-one,intheplasticbagandshakeitinthepotato-chipmixture.

3.Placecoatedchickenpiecesinagreased9x13bakingdish,skin-sideup.

4.Whenfinishedcoatingthechicken,pouranyremainingchipsandbutteroverthechicken.

5.Bakeuncoveredat375°for50-60minutes,oruntiltenderandbrowned.Donotturnchickenwhilebaking.

GarlicChickenCutletsElaineVigoda

Rochester,NY

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


4chickencutlets,approx.1½lbs.

2Tbsp.flourormatzomeal

1Tbsp.oil

6-8garliccloves,peeledandverylightlycrushed

½lb.freshmushrooms,anycombinationofvarieties,cutintobite-sizedpiecesorslices

¼cupbalsamicvinegar

¾cupchickenstock

1bayleaf

¼tsp.driedthyme,or3springsfreshthyme

1tsp.apricotjam

1.Dustchickenlightlywithmatzomealorflour.

2.Inlargeskillet,heattheoilovermedium-highheatandaddgarlic.Sautéabout3minutes,untilbrowned.

3.Removewithaslottedspoonandreserve.

4.Addchickentoskilletandbrownononesidefor3minutes.

5.Turnchickenandtopwithreservedgarlicandmushrooms.Cook3minutes.

6.Whilechickeniscooking,mixtogethervinegar,chickenstock,bayleaf,thyme,andjaminasmallbowl.Pouroverchickenandvegetables.

7.Reduceheattolow,covertheskillet,andcookapproximately10minutes,oruntilchickenisdone.

Tips—Forthawingmeatsafely:

1.Intherefrigeratoronthebottomshelfinaplatterordeepdish.

2.Inthemicrowave.

3.Aspartofthecookingprocess.

4.Inabowlofcoldwater,changingthewaterevery20minutes.

5.Neveratroomtemperature.

ChickenMontereySallyHolzem

Schofield,WI

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes


4boneless,skinlesschickenbreasthalves,about1½lbs.total

¼tsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

⅓cupbottledbarbecuesauce

4-8slicescookedbacon,accordingtoyourtastepreference


4scallions,trimmedandsliced

1smalltomato,chopped

1.Heatovento350°.

2.Placechickeninasinglelayerinagreasedbakingdish.

3.Sprinklewithsaltandpepper.Spoononthebarbecuesauce.

4.Bakein350°ovenfor25minutes,oruntilallpinkisgone.

5.Topeachbreasthalfwith1or2slicesofcookedbacon.Sprinklewithcheddarcheese.

6.Bakeinoven5moreminutes.

7.Topeachbreasthalfwithfreshscallionsandtomatoesjustbeforeserving.

MexicanStuffedChickenKarenWaggoner

Joplin,MO

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


6bonelessskinlesschickenbreasthalves,about1½lbs.

6ozs.MontereyJackcheese,cutinto2”-long,½”-thicksticks

24-oz.canschoppedgreenchilies,drained

½cupdrybreadcrumbs


1Tbsp.chilipowder

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.groundcumin

¾cupflour

½cupbutter,melted

1.Covereachchickenbreastwithplasticwrapand,onacuttingboard,flatteneachwithamalletto⅛”thickness.

2.Placeacheesestickinthemiddleofeachandtopwithamoundofchilies.Rollupandtuckinends.Securewithtoothpick.Setasideeachbreasthalfonaplatter.

3.Inashallowdish,mixtogetherbreadcrumbs,Parmesancheese,chilipowder,salt,andcumin.

4.Inanothershallowdish,coatchickenwithflour.Dipintomeltedbutter.Rollincrumbmixture.

5.Place,seam-sidedown,inagreased9x13bakingdish.

6.Bake,uncovered,at400°for25-35minutes,oruntilchickenjuicesrunclear.

7.Besuretoremovetoothpicksbeforeserving.

ChickenAngeloElaineRineer

Lancaster,PA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:20minutes


½lb.freshmushrooms,sliced,divided


2eggs,beaten

1cupdriedbreadcrumbs


6ozs.shreddedmozzarellacheese

¾cupchickenbroth

1.Placehalfofmushroomsingreased9x13bakingpan.

2.Beateggsinashallowbowl.Placebreadcrumbsinanothershallowbowl.Dipchickeninegg.Thendipinbreadcrumbs,spooningbreadcrumbsoverallsidesofthechicken.

3.Meltbutterinskillet.Brownchickenonbothsidesinbatches;donotcrowdtheskillet.Asyoufinishbrowningpieces,placethemontopofthemushrooms.

4.Arrangeremainingmushroomsoverchicken.Topwithcheese.Pourbrothovertop,beingcarefulnottodisturbthecheese.

5.Bakeuncoveredat350°for30-35minutes.

6.Servewithangel-hairpasta.Garnishwithparsley.

BrandiedPeachChickenShariJensen,Fountain,CO

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes



1¼tsp.salt

½cupfinelychoppedwhiteonions

½cupchoppedcashewsorpecans

½tsp.groundginger

5freshorcannedpeaches,divided

5⅓Tbsp.(⅓cup)butter,melted

½cuplightbrownsugar


1cupsourcream

1Tbsp.brandy

1.Cutapocketinthesideofeachchickenbreast,orpoundchickenbreaststo¼”thicknessbetweensheetsofwaxedpaper.Sprinklewithsalt.

2.Preparefillinginamixingbowlbycombiningonions,choppednuts,ginger,and3ofthepeachescutintosmallpieces.

3.Dividepeachmixturebetweenthesixchickenbreastsbystuffingitintothecreatedpocketsorbyplacingitontopofeachflatcutlet,rollingandsecuringthestuffedmeatwithatoothpick.

4.Pourmeltedbutterintoafoil-lined9x13bakingdish.Placechickenontopofbutter.

5.Bakeuncoveredat350°for25minutes.Turnchickenoverandbake20minutes

longer.

6.Whilechickenbakesthelast20minutes,combinetheremaining2peaches(sliced),brownsugar,mustard,sourcream,andbrandyinasaucepan.

7.Heatfor5minutesovermediumheat,makingsureitdoesn’tboil.Serveoverchickenbreasts.

ChickenBreastswithFreshFruitRobinSchrock

Millersburg,OH

Makes4servings



1½Tbsp.oliveoil

½tsp.salt

½tsp.pepper

¼tsp.garlicpowder

4largeboneless,skinlesschickenbreasthalves

¼cupbutter

8-oz.canpineappletidbits,drained,orfreshpineapplechunks

1cupfresh,quarteredstrawberries

1kiwi,peeled,quartered,andsliced

¼cupchoppedredonions

halfa4-oz.canchoppedgreenchilies

1tsp.cornstarch

⅓cuporangejuice

1.Inasmallbowl,combineoil,salt,pepper,andgarlicpowder.Spreadoveronesideofeachchickenbreast.

2.Inskillet,sautéchickeninbutter,seasonedsidedown,4-6minutes.Turnandcookanother4-6minutes,oruntilchickenjuicesrunclear.

3.Whilechickenissautéing,cutupfruitandonionsintomixingbowl.Stirinchilies.

4.Inasmallbowl,combinecornstarchandjuiceuntilsmooth.

5.Removecookedchickenfromskillettoservingplatter.Keepwarm.Stirjuicemixtureintoskilletandbringtoaboil.Cookandstirfor1-2minutes,oruntilthickened.Removefromheatandpouroverfruit/onion/chiliesmixture.Gentlytosstocoat.

6.Serveabout⅓cupfruitsauceovereachchickenbreast.

PolynesianChickenSheilaPlock

Boalsburg,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


6chickenbreasthalves,ortheequivalentwithotherchickenpieces

1onion,slicedinrings

16-oz.canslicedpeaches,drained

16-oz.candarksweetcherries,drained

1cupsweet-and-soursauce

1cupbarbecuesauce

1.Placechickeninbottomofagreased9x13bakingpan.

2.Placeonionsoverchicken.Arrangepeachesoveronions.Topwithcherries.

3.Inasmallmixingbowl,mixtogethersweet-and-soursauceandbarbecuesauce.Spoonevenlyoverallotheringredients.

4.Cover.Bakeat350°for30minutes.Uncoverandbakeanother45minutes.

PoppySeedChickenAndreaCunningham

Arlington,KS

Makes6servings

PrepTime:25minutes


4to6boneless,skinlesschickenbreasthalves,cooked

1cupsourcream


1sleevebuttercrackers,enoughtomakeabout1½cupscrumbs

¼cupbutter

1-2Tbsp.poppyseeds

1.Cutchickenintocubes.Placeingreased9x13bakingpan.

2.Mixsourcreamandcreamofchickensouptogether.Pouroverchicken.

3.Crushcrackersandplaceinamixingbowl.

4.Meltbutterandpourovercrushedcrackers.Stirwell.Mixinpoppyseeds.Spoonoverchickenandsauce.


Variations:

1.Placeuncookedcubedchickeningreased9x13bakingpan.ProceedwithSteps2-5,exceptbakefor1hour.

—NormaDenlinger

Strasburg,PA

CranberryChiliChickenKellyBailey

Mechanicsburg,PA

Makes4-6servings



½cupchilisauce

2Tbsp.orangemarmalade

½cupwhole-berrycranberrysauce

¼tsp.groundallspice

4-6boneless,skinlesschickenbreasthalves

2tsp.vegetableoil

1.Inasmallmixingbowl,combinechilisauce,orangemarmalade,cranberrysauce,andallspice.Setaside.

2.Inalargeskillet,brownseveralbreasthalvesatatimeinoilforabout5minutesoneachside.(Becarefulnottocrowdtheskilletorthebreastswon’tbrownaswell.)Placebrownedbreastsonaplatteruntilallarefinishedbrowning.

3.Returnallbreaststoskillet.Pourchili-cranberrymixtureoverchicken.Coverandsimmer8minutes.Uncoverandcontinuecooking2moreminutes,oruntilchickeniscookedandsauceisofdesiredconsistency.

ATip—

Planyourmealsaweekinadvancesoyoucanprepareagrocerylist.

ChickenScallopineBetsyChutchian

GrandPrairie,TX

Makes6-8servings




½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

¼cupflour


¼lb.freshmushrooms,sliced

2tsp.lemonjuice

2Tbsp.oliveoil

¼lb.ham,cutintothinstrips

½cupdrysherry

½cupchickenbroth

1.Placechickenbreastsbetween2sheetsofplasticwrapandpoundwithamalletorrollingpintoflatten.

2.Placesalt,pepper,andflourinshallowbowl.Dipeachbreasthalfintomixture,coatingbothsideswell.

3.Melt3tablespoonsbutterinskillet.Addmushroomsandsautéabout5minutes.

4.Removemushroomsandsprinklewithlemonjuice.Setaside.

5.Heatremainingbutterandoilinskillet.Addseveralchickenbreaststotheskillet(donotcrowdthem),andsautéuntillightlybrownedonbothsides.Removechickenpiecesastheybrownandkeepthemwarmonaplattercoveredwithfoil.

6.Addhamtoskilletandbrown.Removeandkeepwarminaseparatebowl.

7.Addsherryandbrothtoskillet,bringingtoaboilandcookingfor2minutes.

8.Stirupanybrownparticlesintheskilletsothattheyflavorthesauce.Returnchickenandmushroomstoskillet.Bringsaucetoaboilagain,thensimmeruncoveredfor3-5minutes,untilreducedbyone-third.

9.Placechickenonaservingplatter.

10.Spoonhamandmushroomsontopofchicken.

11.Poursauceoverchickenandserve.

ChickeninAlfredoSauceJoyceClark,EastAmherst,NY

Makes4-6servings



½cupcookedspinach,stemsremoved,orfrozenchoppedspinach,thawed

4boneless,skinlesschickenbreasthalves,slightlyflattened

2thinslicesham,eachcutinhalf

¼redbellpepper,cutinthinstrips

1Tbsp.butter

2Tbsp.flour

1clovegarlic,minced

¾cupwhippingcream

1¼cupsmilk

1tsp.gratedlemonpeel

pinchofgroundnutmeg

¼tsp.salt



cookedriceorpasta

1.Squeezespinachuntildry.Divideevenlyoverchickenbreasts.Topeachbreastwithahalfsliceofhamandafewredpepperstrips.

2.Rollbreastsupfirmly,beginningatthinnestendofbreast.Secureeachwithatoothpickandplace,seam-sidedown,inasinglelayerinagreasedbakingpan.Setaside.

3.Inasmallsaucepan,meltbutter.Addflour,garlic,cream,milk,lemonpeel,nutmeg,salt,Parmesancheese,andparsley.Stirandblendwell.Cookoverlowheat,stirringoccasionallyuntilsaucebeginstogentlyboil.Thenstircontinuouslyuntilsmoothandthickened.Pouroverchickenrolls.

4.Coverandbakeat350°for20minutes,turningafter10minutes.Basterollswithsauce.

5.Uncoverandstirsauceaswellasyoucan.Spoonupoverchicken.Bake5-7minutesmore.

6.Toserve,cutmeatrollsinhalfandserveoverriceorpasta.Whisksaucesmoothandladleovertop.

BruschettaChickenBakeJenniferYoderSommers

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


1½lbs.boneless,skinlesschickenbreasts,cutintobite-sizedpieces

14.5-oz.candicedtomatoes,undrained


6-oz.pkg.stuffingmix,chicken-flavored

½cupwater

1tsp.driedbasilleaves


1.Placechickenpiecesinamicrowave-safeshallowbakingdish.Sprinklewith2Tbsp.water.Coverwithwaxedpaper.Microwaveonhighfor3minutes.Stir.Coverandmicrowaveonhighforanother3minutes.Allowchickentostandfor5minutes.

2.Meanwhile,placetomatoeswithliquidinmedium-sizedmixingbowl.Addgarlic,stuffingmix,and½cupwater.Stirjustuntilstuffingismoistened.Setaside.

3.Placecookedchickeninagreased9x13bakingdish.Sprinklewithbasilandcheese.Topwithstuffingmixture.

4.Bakeat400°,uncovered,for30minutes,oruntilheatedthrough.

ChickenStuffin’CasseroleJaniceMuller

Derwood,MD

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


8-oz.pkg.breadstuffing

1⅔cupsapplesauce

1Tbsp.celeryflakes

1tsp.poultryseasoning

½tsp.sage

1Tbsp.onionflakes

1stick(¼lb.)butter

4cupsde-bonedchicken


½soup-canofmilk

pepper,blackorlemon

1.Inalargebowl,mixstuffingandapplesaucetogether.Addceleryflakes,poultryseasoning,sage,onionflakes,andenoughwatertomakeamoiststuffingmix.

2.Spreadthestuffingintoagreased9x13pan.Slicebutterintothinpats,distributingthemoverthetopofthestuffing.Next,distributechickenoverthestuffing.

3.Inaseparatebowl,mixthesoupandmilktogether.Pouroverthecasserole.

4.Finally,sprinkletheseasonedpepperheavilyovertheentiresurfaceofthecasserole.

5.Bakecoveredat350°for1hour.Removecoverandcontinuetobakeuntilthesurfacehasbrownedandhasa“crunchy”appearance,approximately20minutesmore.

AmishRoastVondaEbersole

Mt.PleasantMills,PA

MiriamWitmer

Lititz,PA

Makes10-12servings

PrepTime:30minutes

BakingTime:1-1½hours

2sticks(½lb.)butter

25slicesofbread,cubed

1cupcelery,chopped

1smallonion,chopped

2-3cupsmilk

5eggs

½tsp.pepper

1¼tsp.garlicsalt

5cupscooked,cubedchicken

1.Meltbutteruntilslightlybrowned.

2.Inaverylargebowl,pourmeltedbutteroverbreadcubes.Stirthoroughlytodistributebutterthroughthebreadcubes.

3.Inanothermixingbowl,combinechoppedceleryandonion,milk,eggs,andseasonings.

4.Pourmixtureoverbreadcubes.Adddicedchicken.Mixwell.

5.Placeingreasedroastingpansorcasseroles.Covereachone.

6.Bakefor1hourat250°,stirringevery15minutes.Continuebakinguntilheatedthrough.

MygrandmothermadethisforThanksgivingandChristmasget-togethers.—VondaEbersole

CordonBleuCasseroleDeniseMartin

Lancaster,PA

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:20minutes


6cupscubed,fullycookedchicken

3cupscubed,fullycookedham


1cupchoppedonions

¼cupbutter

⅓cupflour

2cupscream

1tsp.-1Tbsp.dillweed,accordingtoyourtastepreference

⅛-1tsp.drymustard,accordingtoyourtastepreference

⅛-½tsp.groundnutmeg,accordingtoyourtastepreference

Topping:

1cupdrybreadcrumbs

2Tbsp.butter,melted

¼-1tsp.dillweed,accordingtoyourtastepreference

¼cupshreddedcheddarcheese

¼-½cupchoppedwalnuts,accordingtoyourtastepreference

1.Inalargebowl,combinechicken,ham,andcheese.Setaside.

2.Insaucepan,sautéonionsinbutteruntiltender.Addflour.Stirtoformapaste.

3.Overlowheat,graduallyaddcream,stirringconstantly.Bringtoaboil,andboil1minuteoruntilthickened.

4.Adddill,mustard,andnutmegandmixwell.Removefromheatandpourovermeat/cheesemixture.Spoonintoagreased9x13bakingpan.

5.Inthelargemixingbowl,tosstogetherbreadcrumbs,butter,anddill.Stirincheeseandwalnuts.Sprinkleovercasserole.


Tip:ThisrecipecanbepreparedthedaybeforethroughStep4.Whenreadytoheat,removefromtherefrigeratorandsprinkleontopping.Add5-10minutestothebakingtime.

Edie’sPaellaJoySutter

Perkasie,PA

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:15minutes



1½lbs.boneless,skinlesschickenbreasts,diced

¼cupoliveoil

1lb.Italiansausage,cutinpieces

1largeonion,chopped

3-4tomatoes,chopped

5cupschickenbroth

15-oz.canblackbeans,drainedandrinsed

15.5-oz.canpintobeans,drainedandrinsed

15.5-oz.canGreatNorthernbeans,drainedandrinsed

1tsp.freshrosemaryleaves


1lb.small-grainedrice

1.Inalargestockpot,heatoliveoil.Addchickenandbrown.

2.Removechicken,butreservedrippings.Brownsausageandonioninstockpot.Drainoffdrippings.

3.Stirintomatoes.

4.Addchickenbrothandsimmer10minutes.

5.Addbeans,rosemary,salt,andpepper.Stirwell.

6.Addrice.Stirandthencookfor20-25minutes,untilriceissoftandliquidevaporates.

7.Letstand10minutesbeforeserving.

Tip:Thisisbestwithfreshrosemaryifyoucanfindit!

ChickenBroccoliLoMeinPamelaPierce

Annville,PA

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


½lb.fettuccineorlomeinnoodles,cookedandsetaside

¼cuppeanutbutter

¼cupsoysauce

1½Tbsp.brownsugar

1Tbsp.lemonjuice

⅓cuphotwater


2Tbsp.oil

1lb.uncookedboneless,skinlesschickenbreasts,cubed

1mediumbunchbroccoli,cutinbite-sizedpieces

1.Inajarwithatightlid,mixpeanutbutter,soysauce,brownsugar,lemonjuice,hotwater,andgarlic.Shakewelluntilblended.

2.Inskillet,stir-frychickeninoilfor5-6minutes.Addbroccoli.Cookanadditional3-4minutes.

3.Addsaucetoskillet.Stirinnoodles.Cook2moreminutesandthenserve.

CheesyChickenTetrazziniAndreaYoder

Drexel,MO

Makes16servings

PrepTime:20minutes




3chickenbouilloncubes

8ozs.uncookedspaghetti




2-oz.jardicedpimentos,drained


3cups(12ozs.)shreddedcheddarcheese

1cupmilk

⅛tsp.garlicpowder

4-oz.canslicedmushrooms

½cupslicedalmonds,optional

1.Placechickenandbouilloncubesinlargestockpot.Coverwithwater.Coverpotandbringtoaboil.Continuesimmeringuntilchickenistender.

2.Liftchickenoutofbroth.Reservebroth.

3.Allowchickentocool,andthencutintocubes.Setchickenaside.

4.Whilechickeniscooling,cookspaghettiinchickenbrothaccordingtopackagedirections(addingenoughwatertoequalonequart).Drain.

5.Inalargemixingbowl,mixtogethersoups,chilies,pimentos,cheeses,milk,garlicpowder,mushrooms,andalmonds.

6.Addspaghettiandchickenandmixwell.

7.Bakeinagreased9x13bakingcasserolefor30minutes.Allowtostandfor20or30minutesbeforeserving.

Tip:Sprinklewithbreadcrumbsandpaprikabeforebaking,ifyouwish.

ChickenVegetableStrudelRuthCHancock

Earlsboro,OK

Makes4servings

PrepTime:25minutes


2cupsdicedcookedchicken

½cupshreddedcarrots

½cupfinelychoppedbroccoli

⅓cupfinelychoppedredbellpepper

1cupshreddedsharpcheddarcheese

½cupmayonnaise


½tsp.dillweed

¼tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

2tubescrescentrolls

1eggwhite,beaten

2Tbsp.sliveredalmonds

1.Inalargebowl,combinechicken,carrots,broccoli,bellpepper,cheese,mayonnaise,garlic,dillweed,salt,andpepper.Mixwell.

2.Unrollcrescentrolls,placingsquaresagainsteachotherinagreased10x15jelly-rollpan.Doughwillhangoverthesidesofthepan.Pinchthecenterseamtogether.

3.Placechickenmixturedownthecenterofthedough.

4.Cutdoughin1½”widestrips,cuttingin3½”towardthecenter.

5.Startingatoneend,pickupalternatestripsfromeachside,twisteachonetwice,andthenlayeachatanangleacrossthefilling.Sealtheendsagainstthedoughwhenattachingthem.

6.Inasmallmixingbowl,beattheeggwhiteuntilfoamy.Brushoverdough.Sprinklewithalmonds.


ATip—

Don’tbeafraidtoexperiment!SomeofmybestdishesweremadefromleftoversorwhateverIhadonhand.Theonlyproblem…thesedishesarerarelyduplicated!

ChickenPiePatBishop

Bedminster,PA

Makes6servings




4Tbsp.flour

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.thyme

1cupchickenbroth

¾cupmilk

2cupscookedchicken

2cupsassortedcookedvegetables(potatoes,corn,peas,carrots,etc.)

1unbakeddoublepiecrust(see“2-CrustPie”recipe,opposite)

1.Meltbutterinamediumsaucepan.Addflour,salt,andthyme.Cookuntilbubbly.

2.Addbrothandmilk.Heattoboiling,stirringconstantly.Boil1minute.

3.Stirinchickenandvegetables.Pourintopiecrust.

4.Placedoughovertop.Fluteedges.Pricktopofdough.

5.Bakeat425for35-40minutes.

Iliketouseleftoverturkeyfromholidaymealsforthisrecipe.

WhenIneedtotakeamealtohelpanotherfamily,thisismyfirstchoicetomake.

Variations:

1.Add½cuponiontoStep1,justaftermeltingthebutter.

2.Use1¾cupschickenbroth,insteadof1cupbrothand¾cupmilk.—RuthAnnBender

Cochranville,PA

2-CrustPiePatBishop

Bedminster,PA

2cupsflour

1tsp.salt

⅔cup,plus2Tbsp.shortening

4-5Tbsp.coldwater

1.Inalargemixingbowl,stirtogetherflourandsalt.

2.Cutinshorteningwithapastrycuttertillcrumbly.

3.Stirinwaterwithafork.Mixuntildoughholdstogether.

4.Rollouthalfthedoughonalightlyflouredsurface.Folddoughinhalf,andtheninhalfagain.Liftinto9”pieplate,unfold,andpushgentlyintoplace.

5.Rollouttheotherhalfofthedough.Foldinhalfandplacecarefullyoverpiefilling.Unfold—andfollowdirectionsinStep4ofChickenPie(opposite).

GardenChickenCasseroleVirginiaBender,Dover,DE

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


220-oz.canscreamofchickensoup

1½cupsmayonnaise

¼cupchoppedonions

2cupschoppedcelery

8-oz.canslicedwaterchestnuts,drained

4cupsdiced,cookedchicken

2cupscookedrice

½cupslicedalmonds

1sleevebuttersnackcrackers,crushed

¼cupmeltedbutter

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combinesoup,mayonnaise,onions,celery,waterchestnuts,chicken,rice,andalmonds.Pourintoagreased9x13bakingpan.

2.Sprinklewithcrackers.

3.Pourbutterovertop.


Variations:

1.Inplaceofwaterchestnuts,stirin4hard-cookedchoppedeggs.

2.Replacecracker/buttertoppingwithalayerof3cupscrushedpotatochips,followedbyalayerof2cupsshreddedcheddarcheese.

—VioletteHarrisDenney

Carrollton,GA

TurkeyorChickenCurryAngieClemens

Dayton,VA

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:30minutes


⅔cupmincedonions

1cupchoppedapples

¼cupvegetableoil

¼cupflour

1Tbsp.currypowder

hotsaucetotaste

1qt.chickenbroth

2clovesgarlic,crushed

2piecesdriedgingerroot,or½tsp.powderedginger

1slicedlargetomato,or1qt.stewedtomatoes,drained,optional

2cupsdicedcookedturkeyorchicken

1.Inalargeskillet,heatonionsandapplesinoil.Cook,covered,untilclear,stirringseveraltimes.

2.Addflourandcurry.

3.Slowlystirinhotsauce,ifyouwish,andthebrothuntilwellblended.Addgarlic,ginger,andtomato,ifyouwish.

4.Bringtoaboil.Coverandsimmer1hour,stirringoccasionally.

5.Addmeatandcooklongenoughtoheatthrough.

6.Serveoverricealongwithservingdishesofchutney,slicedgreenonions,shreddedcoconut,peanuts,pineapplechunks,andraisinsorcraisins.

Tip:Bakethericewhilepreparingthecurry.Wepreferthetextureofbakedrice,andIdon’thavetoworryaboutitcookingoverorburningonthestove.

HoneyChickenLisaCutler

WillowStreet,PA

ChristieDetamore-

Hunsberger

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes6-8servings




4Tbsp.butter

½cuphoney

¼cuppreparedmustard

½tsp.salt

1tsp.curry

1Tbsp.dryormincedonion,optional

1.Washandpatchickendry.Arrangeinagreased9x13bakingpan.

2.Meltbutterinamedium-sizedsaucepanandthenaddremainingingredients.Mixwellandpouroverchicken.

3.Bakeuncovered,bastingevery15minutes,at350°for50-60minutes,oruntilchickeniscookedthroughbutnotburned.

HotChickenSaladMargaretMoffitt,Bartlett,TN

Makes4servings

PrepTime:10minutes


2cupschicken,cookedanddiced

2cupsdicedcelery

½cupchoppedcashews

½tsp.salt,optional

2tsp.finelygratedonions

2Tbsp.lemonjuice

⅔cupmayonnaise

Topping:

½cupgratedAmericancheese

½cupcrushedpotatochips

1.Mixallingredientstogetherinabowl,excludingtoppingingredients.

2.Placeintoagreasedcasseroledish.Sprinklewithtopping.


Tip:Ifyou’dlikethecelerytobelesscrunchy,sautéitbrieflyitinanon-stickpanbeforeaddingtothemixture.

Variations:Reducetheceleryto¼cup.Dropthecashews.Add¼cupgoldenraisins,¼cupdriedcranberries,and¼cupslicedalmonds.DroptheTopping.Spreadmixtureon6regular-sizedcroissants,oron9-12mini-croissants(whichareperfectforpotlucksorpicnics).

—RosalieDuerksen

Canton,KS

Dropthecashews.Increasechoppedonionsto2Tbsp.Add½cupchoppedgreenpepperanda10.75-oz.cancreamofmushroomsoup.Placeinagreased1½-qt.bakingdish.ForTopping,increasepotatochipsto2cups.Sprinklechipsandgratedcheeseovertopandbakeuncoveredat350°for25minutes.

—SherriMayer

MenomoneeFalls,WI

EasyChickenFajitasJessicaHontz

Coatesville,PA

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:20minutes

MarinatingTime:4-8hours,orovernight


1lb.boneless,skinlesschickenbreasts

1pkg.dryItaliansaladdressingmix

8-oz.bottleItaliansaladdressing

1cupsalsa

1greenpepper,sliced

halfamedium-sizedonion,sliced

1pkg.of1010”-flourtortillas

OptionalToppings:

shreddedMontereyJackcheese

shreddedlettuce

sourcream

choppedtomatoes

salsa

hotpeppersauce

1.Cutchickenintothinstrips.Placeinlargemixingbowl.

2.Adddrysaladdressingmixandsaladdressing.Mixwell.Coverandmarinade4-8hoursinthefridge.

3.Inalargeskillet,combinedrainedchickenstrips,salsa,andpepperandonionslices.Stir-fryuntilchickeniscookedandpeppersandonionsaresoft.

4.Placechickenmixintortillaswithyourchoiceoftoppings.

Variation:Thecookedchickencanalsobeusedonsalads.

ATip—

Cookchickenbreasts,orfrygroundbeefwithonion,andthenfreezetheminfreezerbags.Whenarecipecallsforshreddedchickenorgroundbeef,youcaneasilyandquicklypulloutthefrozenpackagesandhaveahead-startonyourmeal.

MexicanChickenBakeGretchenH.Maust

Keezletown,VA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:20minutes

BakingTime:1hour

2cupscookedbrownrice

1lb.cookedchickenbreast,cubed


15-oz.canblackbeans,drained

1cupcorn

1cupredbellpepper,diced

1cupgreenpepper,diced

1Tbsp.cumin

1Tbsp.chilipowder

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper



1.Spreadriceonbottomofgreased3-4-qt.casseroledish.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,combineremainingingredients,exceptcheese.Pouroverrice.Cover.

3.Bakeat375°for45minutes.Removefromoven.Topwithcheese.Reduceheatto

300°.Bake,uncovered,foranadditional15minutes,oruntilbubbly.

Variation:Foravegetarianversionofthisdish,leaveoutthechicken.

StuffedQuesadillasStacySchmuckerStoltzfus

Enola,PA

Makes2-4servings



86”corntortillas

2cupsshreddedMontereyJackcheese

1cupcannedblackbeans,drained

¼cupdicedonions

½cupchoppedcilantro

2plumtomatoes,chopped

1redorgreenbellpepper,chopped

2cupsshredded,cookedchicken

1lime,cutintowedges

sourcreamandsalsa

1.Place4tortillasontoworkspace.Sprinkle¼cupcheeseovereachtortilla.

2.Dividingeachingredientinto4parts,continuelayeringoneachtortillainthisorder:blackbeans,onions,cilantro,tomatoes,pepper,andchicken.Topeachwith¼cupcheese.

3.Squeezelimejuiceoverall.Coverwithremainingtortillas.

4.Heatlargeskilletonmedium-highheat.Place2tortillastacksinhotskilletandcook3-5minutes,oruntiltortillaisbrowned.

5.Carefullyflipontoothersideandcookuntilcheeseismelted.

6.Removefrompanandcutwithapizzacutterintofourths.Keepwarm.

7.Continuewiththeremaining2tortillastacks,browningandflippinguntildone.Cutintofourths,also.

8.Servewithsourcreamandsalsaontheside.

Tip:Theingredientamountsforfillingareapproximate.Usewhatyoulike.

CurriedChickenPitasSharonEshleman

Ephrata,PA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes

½cuplightmayonnaiseorsaladdressing

1Tbsp.honey

1Tbsp.picklerelish

¾-1tsp.currypowder,accordingtoyourtastepreference

2cupscubedcookedchicken

1cuphalvedgrapesorchoppedapples

½cupchoppedpecans

4pitabreads,halved

8lettuceleaves

1.Inabowl,combinesaladdressing,honey,picklerelish,andcurrypowder.

2.Stirinchicken,grapes,andpecans.

3.Linepitahalveswithlettuce.Spoon½cupchickenmixtureintoeachpita.

ChickenandBroccoliPitaSandwichesVonnieOyer,Hubbard,OR

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:15minutes

2cupschoppedcookedchicken

2tomatoes,chopped

1½cupschoppedrawbroccoli

1hard-cookedegg,chopped

⅓cupcookedrice

½cupgratedcheese

1avocado,chopped,optional

4pitabreads

Dressing:

2Tbsp.honey


¾cupmayonnaise

1.Mixchicken,tomatoes,broccoli,egg,rice,cheese,andavocadotogetherinalargebowl.

2.Mixdressingingredientsinasmallbowl.

3.Pourdressingoverchickenmixtureandstirgently.

4.Cutpitabreadsinhalf.Fillwithchickenmixture.

Ifirsthadthisatthehomeofanolderwomaninourchurch.Ihadhungwallpaperforher,andthenenjoyedhercompanyandthesepocketsandwichesforlunch.

Variations:Ifyou’dlikeazestierflavor,addsalt,pepper,andcurrypowder,totaste,tothedressing.

ChickenSaladSandwichesRosalieDuerksen

Canton,KS

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes

12.5-ozcancookedchicken,drained

¼cupdicedcelery

¼cupgoldenraisins

¼cupdriedcranberries

¼cupslicedalmonds

¼tsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

¾cupmayonnaise

6croissants,sliced

1.Inabowl,placedrainedchicken.Addcelery,raisins,cranberries,almonds,salt,andpepper.

2Stirinmayonnaiseuntilwellblended.

3.Spreadontocroissants.

Tip:Insteadofbuyingtheregular-sizedcroissants,Ibuythemini-sizetotaketopotlucksorpicnics.Justtheperfectsize!

TurkeyMainDishes

TurkeyStir-FryArianneHochstetler

Goshen,IN

Makes6servings



1½lbs.bonelessturkey,cutintostrips

1Tbsp.cookingoil

1largeonion,chopped

1carrot,julienned

halfagreenpepper,sliced

2cupsfresh,slicedmushrooms

1cupchickenbroth

3Tbsp.cornstarch

3Tbsp.soysauce

½tsp.ginger

1tsp.currypowder

2cupspeapods,trimmed,or2cupsfrozenstir-fryvegetables

⅓cupcashews,optional

1.Inalargeskilletorwok,stir-fryturkeyinoilovermedium-highheatuntilnolongerpink,about5-6minutes.Removeturkeyfrompanandkeepwarm.

2.Stir-frytheonion,carrot,greenpepper,andmushroomsuntilcrisp-tender,about5minutes.

3.Inasmallbowl,combinechickenbroth,cornstarch,soysauce,ginger,andcurrypowderuntilsmooth.

4.Addtotheskillet.Cookandstiruntilthickenedandbubbly.

5.Returnturkeytoskilletwithpeapods.Cookandstiruntilheatedthrough.

6.Serveovercookedrice.Topwithcashews,ifdesired.

Variation:Youcanuseslicedbeef,pork,orchickeninsteadofturkey.

Tips:

1.Chopallthevegetablesbeforeyoucuttheturkeyintostrips.Thenallingredientsarereadytogoasyouneedthem.

2.Cookthericeatthesametimeasyouarepreparingandcookingthestir-fry.

ATip—

Iliketoroastaturkeyinadvanceofneedingit.Islicetheroastedbreastmeatintoservingpiecesandfreezeit.AndIchopalltherestofthemeatandfreezeitin3-cupbatches.Thechoppedturkeyisreadyforanyrecipecallingforcookedturkeyorchicken,suchasturkeyorchickensalad,turkeypotpie,andsoon.

Orange-GlazedTurkeyCutletsRosemarieFitzgerald

Gibsonia,PA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1lb.turkeybreastcutletsorslices


groundcinnamontotaste

2tsp.oil

⅓cuporangemarmalade

⅛tsp.groundcinnamon

⅛tsp.groundnutmeg

⅛tsp.groundginger

1.Lightlysprinkleonesideofcutletswithsalt,pepper,andcinnamon.

2.Inlargenon-stickskillet,overmedium-highheat,sautéturkeycutletsinoilfor1-2minutesperside,oruntilturkeyisnolongerpinkinthecenter.Doinbatchesifyourskilletisn’tlargeenoughtoholdthecutletsallatoncewithspacearoundeachone.

3.Removeturkeyasitfinishesbrowningtoplatterandkeepwarm.

4.Insmallsaucepan,overmediumheat,combinemarmalade,cinnamon,nutmeg,andginger.Cook1-2minutesoruntilmarmalademeltsandmixtureisheatedthrough.

5.Toserve,spoonmarmaladesauceovercutlets.

SavoryTurkeyClaraNewswanger

Gordonville,PA

Makes12servings

PrepTime:15minutes


½cuponions,chopped

1stick(½cup)butter

29-oz.cansmushrooms,drained

4Tbsp.flour

2beefbouilloncubes

1cupwater

2Tbsp.soysauce

2lbs.bonelessskinlessturkeythighs,cutin2”chunks

1.Inmedium-sizedsaucepan,sautéonionsinbutter.

2.Addmushroomsandflour.Stiruntilwellmixed.

3.Addbouilloncubes,water,andsoysauce,Mixwellandbringtoaboil.

4.Meanwhile,placeturkeythighsinagreasedbakingdish.Poursauceoverthighs.

5.Bakeuncoveredat350°for35-45minutes,oruntiltender.

ATip—

Alwayspreheattheovenbeforepreparingarecipe.

SeafoodMainDishes

ShrimpwithGingerandLimeJoyUhler

Richardson,TX

Makes2-4servings



3Tbsp.limejuice

4Tbsp.oliveoil,divided

1Tbsp.mincedgingerroot

1Tbsp.brownsugar

1tsp.gratedlimezest

1tsp.sesameseedoil

1largegarlicclove,minced

1lb.cookedshrimp,peeledanddeveined

cookedrice

2Tbsp.cilantro,chopped

1.Inalargemixingbowl,stirtogetherlimejuice,3Tbsp.oliveoil,gingerroot,brownsugar,limezest,sesameseedoil,andgarlicclove.

2.Stirinshrimpandmixwellsothatthey’recoveredwiththemarinade.Allowshrimptomarinatefor15minutes.

3.Pour1Tbsp.oliveoilintolargeskilletorwok.Spooninshrimpmixtureandstir-fryuntilheatedthrough.

4.Serveoverpreparedrice.Sprinklewithchoppedcilantro.

CajunShrimpMaryAnnPotenta

Bridgewater,NJ

Makes4-5servings

PrepTime:justminutes!


1½sticks(12Tbsp.)butter,divided

½cupchoppedgreenonions

1tsp.mincedgarlic

1tsp.cayennepepper

½tsp.whitepepper

½tsp.blackpepper

¼tsp.drymustard

½tsp.salt

1tsp.Tabascosauce

2lbs.shrimp,peeledandcleaned

cookedrice

1.Melt1stickofbutterinlargeskillet.Addonionsandgarlicandsautétillclear,butnotbrown,about1minute.

2.Addpeppers,mustard,andsalt.Cookandstirfor3minutes.

3.Mixinhalf-stickofbutterandTabascosauceuntilblended.

4.Addshrimp.Cookjustuntilpink.Donotovercook.

5.Serveovercookedrice

Note:Thisishot!Youcantonethingsdownbyreducingtheamountsofthe3peppersandtheTabascosauce.

SesameShrimpandAsparagusKarenKayTucker

Manteca,CA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:30minutes


1½lbs.freshasparagus

1Tbsp.sesameseeds

⅓cupvegetableoiloroliveoil

2smallredonions,slicedinrings

1½lbs.largeshrimp,peeledanddeveined

4tsp.soysauce

1¼tsp.salt

1.About30minutesbeforeserving,prepareasparagus.Holdbaseofeachstalkfirmlyandbend.Theendwillbreakoffatthespotwhereitbecomestootoughtoeat.Discardendsorfreezeandusewhenmakingstock.

2.Washandtrimasparagus.Thencutinto2”piecesandsteamin½”waterinsaucepanuntilcrisp-tender.Plungeasparagusintocoldwatertostopcooking.Setaside.

3.Inalargeskilletorwok,overmediumheat,toastsesameseedsuntilgoldenbrown,stirringseedsandshakingskilletoften.Removeseedstosmallbowl.

4.Insameskilletorwok,overmedium-highheat,heatoiluntilhot.Addonionsandshrimp.Cookuntilshrimparepink,about5minutes.

5.Drainasparagus.Addtoskilletwithshrimp.Stirinsesameseeds,soysauce,andsalt.Heatuntilasparagusiswarm.

ATip—

Don’tmeasureingredientsoverthebowlinwhichyouaremixingorbakingtherecipe,incasemorethanyouneedcomestumblingout.

ShrimpPrimaveraElaineRineer

Lancaster,PA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:20minutes


1Tbsp.,plus1tsp.,vegetableoroliveoil

1½cupschoppedbroccoli

½cupthinlyslicedcarrots

1cupslicedmushrooms


1cupchickenbroth

1Tbsp.cornstarch

1lb.shrimp,peeledanddeveined


2Tbsp.parsley

1.Inlargeskilletorwok,sautébroccoliandcarrotsinoil.Stir-fryuntilcarrotsarecrisp-tender.

2.Stirinmushroomsandgarlic.Stir-fry1minute.

3.Inasmallbowl,whisktogetherbrothandcornstarch.Pourovervegetables.

4.Addshrimp.Cookuntilshrimpturnspinkandsaucethickens.

5.Stirinremainingingredients.

BakedScallopsRosemarieFitzgerald

Gibsonia,PA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1lb.scallops

½cupbreadcrumbs

1Tbsp.butter

½cupwhitewine



¼cupchoppedfreshparsley

1.Rinsescallopsandpatdry.Placeinlargemixingbowlandsprinklewithbreadcrumbs.Tosstocoat.

2.Placeinagreasedbakingdish,largeenoughtoholdthescallopsinonelayer.

3.Cutbutterintobitsanddivideoverthescallops.Pourwineintobottomofbakingdish,beingcarefulnottodisturbthebread-crumbcoatingonthescallops.

4.Bake,uncovered,at350°for15minutes.Removefromovenandturnonbroiler.

5.SprinklescallopswithParmesancheese.Placeunderbroilerfor5-10seconds,untilcheesehasbrownedslightly.Watchcarefullytokeepfromburning.

6.Seasonwithsaltandfreshlygroundpepper.Sprinklewithchoppedparsley.

ScallopsAuGratinAnneJones

BallstonLake,NY

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes


16butter-flavoredcrackers

½tsp.paprika

½tsp.garlicpowder

1lb.bayscallops

1stick(½cup)butter

2Tbsp.sherry

1-1½cupsshreddedSwisscheese

1.Crushcrackersinplasticbag.Addpaprikaandgarlicpowderandmix.

2.Addscallopstobagandshaketocoat.

3.Placescallopsinagreased8x8bakingpan,or4greasedindividualbakingdishes.

4.Inasmallsaucepan,meltbutterandaddsherry.Stirtomix.Pouroverscallops,dividingifusingsmallbakingdishes.

5.Bakeat375°for15minutes.CoverwithSwisscheeseandcontinuebakinguntilbubbly.

ATip—

Ifyoumistakenlyaddtoomuchsalttoadishyou’repreparing,dropinapotatoandcontinuecooking.Thepotatowillhelptoabsorbtheextrasalt.

Crab-ToppedCatfishVickiHill

Memphis,TN

Makes6serving



6catfishfillets(totaling1-2lbs.)

6-oz.canwhitecrabmeat,drainedandflaked


½cupmayonnaise

1tsp.lemonjuice

paprika

⅓cupslicedalmonds

1.Placefishongreasedcookiesheet.

2.Bake,uncovered,at350°for22minutes,oruntilfishflakeseasilywithafork.Drain.

3.Meanwhile,combinecrab,cheese,mayonnaise,andlemonjuiceinabowl.

4.Afterfishhasbakedfor22minutes,spooncrabmixevenlyoverfish.Sprinklewithpaprikaandslicedalmonds.

5.Returntoovenandbakeuncoveredat350°for5minutesmore.

Oven-FriedCatfishKarenWaggoner

Joplin,MO

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes


4catfishfillets(6ozs.each)

1cupcornflakecrumbs

¼tsp.celerysalt

½tsp.onionpowder

¼tsp.paprika

⅛tsp.pepper

1eggwhite

2Tbsp.milk

1.Patfishdrywithpapertowels.Setaside.

2.Inglasspieplate,combinecrumbs,celerysalt,onionpowder,paprika,andpepper.

3.Inashallowbowl,beateggwhite.Addmilk.

4.Dipfilletsineggwhitemixture,thendipintocrumbmixture,coatingwell.

5.Placeingreased9x13bakingdish.

6.Bake,uncovered,at350°for25-30minutes,oruntilfishflakeseasilywithafork.

SeafoodEnchiladasJoleenAlbrecht

Gladstone,MI

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1onion,chopped

1Tbsp.butter

¾-1lb.crabmeat,flaked

8ozs.Colbycheese,shredded,divided

1cupmilk

½cupsourcream


1½tsp.parsley

½tsp.garlicsalt

6-810”flourtortillas

1.Inamedium-sizedsaucepan,sautéonionsin1Tbsp.butter.Removefromheatandstirincrabmeatand1cupcheese.

2.Placedesiredamountofmixtureintoeachtortilla.Rolluptortillasandplaceseam-sidedowninagreased9x13bakingpan.

3.Combinemilk,sourcream,thehalf-stickofbutter,parsley,andgarlicsaltinthesaucepan.Heatuntilblendedandwarmedthrough.

4.Poursauceoverenchiladasandsprinklewithremainingcheese.


Home-BakedFishFingersAndreaCunningham

Arlington,KS

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1lb.codfish,whiting,ororangeroughyfillets

¾cupdrybreadcrumbs

¼-½tsp.salt

2eggs,beaten

2Tbsp.butter,melted

TartarSauce:

1pickle,chopped

½cupmayonnaise

1lemon

1.Washthefillets,thenpatthemdrywithpapertowels.Cutintolongpieces.

2.Mixbreadcrumbsandsalttogetherinashallowbowl.Puteggsinanothershallowbowl.

3.Dipeachstripoffishintotheeggs;thenrollinbreadcrumbsuntilcoated.

4.Layfishinagreased9x13bakingpan.Drizzlemeltedbutteroverfishfingers.

5.Bakeat400°for20minutes,oruntilgoldenbrown,turningonce.

6.Meanwhile,combineingredientsfortartarsauce.Servewithfishfingers.

SalmonCroquettesMargaretMoffitt,Bartlett,TN

Makes5-6servings

PrepTime:25minutes


14.75-oz.canofsalmon,drainedandde-boned

2eggs,beaten

½cupbreadcrumbsorfinelycrushedcrackers

1Tbsp.flour

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.blackpepper

¼cupgratedonions

¼cupchoppedcelery

2Tbsp.vegetableoil,divided

1.Mixallingredientstogetherexceptvegetableoil.Forminto5or6croquettes.

2.Pour1Tbsp.oilintoskilletandheat.Sautécroquettesinhotskilletwithoutcrowdingthem.(Doinbatchesifnecessary.)

3.Whencroquettesbrownononeside,turnthemoverandcontinuecookinguntilbothsidesarebrown.AddsecondTbsp.ofoilifneeded.

Variations:

Useonly1egg.Insteadofsalt,pepper,onions,andcelery,mixin2Tbsp.ketchupand1tsp.paprika.

—BarbaraW.Glueck

Jenks,OK

Addthefollowingtothefullrecipeabove:¼cupfinelychoppedredbellpepper,¼cupfinelychoppedgreenpepper,1Tbsp.Worcestershiresauce.Shapeintopatties.Beat1egginashallowbowl;place1cupbreadcrumbsinanothershallowbowl.Dipeachpattyintothebeatenegg,andthenintothebreadcrumbs.ProceedwithSteps2and3.Servefinishedpattieswith½Tbsp.mediumorhotsalsaontop.

—KathyNovy

Pueblo,CO

Insteadofthecelery,use¼cupshreddedcarrots.Add1Tbsp.Worcestershiresauceand¼tsp.driedbasilordriedoreganotothefullrecipeabove.

—EstherJ.Yoder

Hartville,OH

Replacetheonionandcelerywith2Tbsp.Dijonmustardand1Tbsp.driedonionflakesinthefullrecipeabove.

—ShirleyHinh

Wayland,IA

ATip—

Whensautéingorfrying,turnametalcolanderorstrainerupsidedownovertheskillet.Thisallowssteamtoescapeandkeepsfatfromspattering.

BakedSalmonErmaBrubaker

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:5minutes


1lb.freshsalmon,cutinto4pieces

nonfatcookingspray

seasoningsalt

¼cupmayonnaise

parsley

1.Spraybakingdishwithcookingspray.Spraysalmonwithcookingsprayandarrangeinbakingdish.

2.Sprinklewithseasoningsalt,spreadwithmayonnaise,andtopwithparsley.

3.Bake,uncovered,at350°for30-45minutes.

Tip:Mayonnaisekeepsthesalmonmoist.Forquickcleanup,bakeonanopenpieceoftinfoil.

OysterSageDressingJ.B.Miller,Indianapolis,IN

Makes8servings

PrepTime:40minutes


1-lb.loafwholewheatbread,cutinto1”cubes

1stick(8Tbsp.)butter

1largeonion,chopped

4ribscelery,chopped

1Tbsp.driedsage

2Tbsp.freshparsley,chopped

1-1½cupschickenstock

1pintfreshlyshuckedoysterswithliquor,choppedifthey’relarge

½tsp.blackpepper

2tsp.salt,orless,totaste

1.Ifthebreadyouplantouseisveryfresh,cubeitandplaceitinalargeuncoveredbowlovernight.

2.Meltbutterinaverylargeskilletorstockpot.Sautéonionsandceleryinbutteruntiljusttender.

3.Stirintobreadinlargebowl.Addsageandparsley.Tossgentlytocombine.

4.Foldinchickenstock,justenoughtomoistenbread.

5.Foldinoystersandoysterliquor.Seasonwithpepperandsalt.

6.Transfertoagreased9x13bakingdish.Coverwithfoil.


8.Removefoilandcontinuebakinguntiltopislightlybrowned,about10moreminutes.

ScallopedCornandOystersEvelynPage,LanceCreek,WY

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:5-7minutes


215.25-oz.canswhole-kernelcorn,drained

115.25-oz.cancreamedcorn

1cupoysters,drained

¼-½tsp.salt

⅛-¼tsp.pepper

2-oz.jarpimentos,drained

8sodacrackers,crumbled

4Tbsp.butter

¼cuplightcream,orhalf-and-half

1.Placealayerofhalfthecorns,followedbyalayerofhalftheoystersinagreased8x10

bakingdish.Sprinklewithhalfthesaltandpepper.

2.Spoonhalfthepimentosovertop,andhalfthecrackercrumbs.

3.Meltthebutterinasmallpan.Spoonhalfofitoverthecrackercrumbs.

4.Repeatthelayers.

5.Pourcreamovertop.Drizzlewithremainingbutter.

6.Bakeuncoveredat350°for1hour.

MeatlessMainDishes

VegetarianBlackBeanBurritosMaricarolMagill

Freehold,NJ

Makes8burritos

PrepTime:10minutes

Cooking/Bakingtime:40minutes

1¼cupwater

1Tbsp.butter

½cuplong-grainrice

½tsp.salt


10-oz.packagefrozencorn

15-oz.canspicyblack-beanchili

8-oz.cantomatosauce

shreddedcheddar,MontereyJack,orpepperJackcheese

1.Inamedium-sizedsaucepan,bringwaterandbuttertoaboil.

2.Stirinriceandsalt.Cover.Simmeroverlowheatuntilriceiscooked,about20minutes.

3.Meanwhile,wraptortillasinfoil.Heatovento350°andthenheattortillasuntilwarm,about15minutes.

4.Whenriceisdone,stirincorn,black-beanchili,andtomatosauce.Heattoboilingovermedium-highheat.Boiloneminute.

5.Assembleburritosbyspooningricemixtureontotortillas.Topwithcheeseofyourchoice.Foldintopsoftortillasandrollup.

BlackBeanandButternutBurritosJanelleMyers-Benner

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes8burritos

PrepTime:45minutes


1Tbsp.oil

1smallormedium-sizedonion,chopped

3-4cupsbutternutsquash,cutinto½”cubes

½tsp.cumin

¼tsp.cinnamon

½tsp.salt

2cupscooked,ora15-oz.can,blackbeans,drained

8tortillas

1½cupsgratedcheese

sourcream

cilantro,ifyouwish

salsa

1.Inalargeskilletorsaucepan,heatoil.Sautéonionsuntiltender.

2.Addbutternut.Coverandcookovermediumheatuntiltender.

3.Addcumin,cinnamon,andsalt.Addbeans.Cover,andheatthrough.

4.Put⅛ofmixtureineachtortilla,topwith3Tbsp.cheese,androllup.Placeseam-sidedowninagreased9x13bakingpan.

5.Bakeuncoveredin350°ovenforabout15-20minutes,untilheatedthrough.

6.Servewithsourcreamandsalsa,andcilantroifyouwish.

Tips:TortillasfreezewellwiththemixtureinsidesoIoftenmakeadoubleortriplebatch.Youcanalsofreezejustthefilling.

BlackBeanandKaleorSpinachTostadaPegZannotti,Tulsa,OK

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1bunchgreenonions,chopped


1½tsp.cumin

1½tsp.coriander

1Tbsp.poblanopepper,minced

3Tbsp.oliveoil


½cuporangejuice

1bunchkale,or3cupsfreshspinach,chopped

salttotaste

86”corntortillas

⅓-½cupgratedcheeseofyourchoice

⅓-½cupsourcream,optional

1.Inalargeskillet,sautéonions,garlic,cumin,coriander,andpoblanoinoliveoilfor8minutes.(Weargloveswhenyoudeseedthepepper,anddonotallowthepeppertotouchyoureyesorskin.)

2.Addblackbeansandcookfor3minutes,stirringandmashingthebeanswiththebackofaspoon.

3.Addorangejuiceandkaleorspinach.Coverandsimmerforabout10minutes,stirringfrequently.

4.Addsalttotaste.

5.Heattortillasbylightlyfryingthem,microwavingthem,orheatingthemintheovenforseveralminutes.

6.Foreachserving,startwithaheatedtortilla,coveritgenerouslywiththeblackbeanmixture,1-2Tbsp.cheese,and1-2Tbsp.sourcreamifyouwish.

Tip:Thefillinginthisrecipealsoworkswellasadipforchips.

Taco-RittoMarleneFonken

Upland,CA

Makes4servings



1Tbsp.,plus1tsp.,vegetableoil

1½cupsbroccoliflorets

1cupslicedfreshmushrooms

½cupchoppedgreenpeppers

½cupslicedonions

½cupdicedtomatoes

4ozs.shreddedcheddar,orpepper,cheese

41-oz.flourtortillas,warmed

1.Inaskillet,heatoilovermedium-highheat.Addbroccoli,mushrooms,greenpeppers,andonions.Stir-fryuntiltender-crisp,about2-5minutes.

2.Removefromheatandstirintomatoesandcheese.Stiruntilcheeseispartiallymelted.

3.Divideamongthe4tortillas.Rolluptoeat!

Tip:AddsometacosaucetoStep2ifyouwish.

DoubleCornTortillaCasseroleKathyKeenerShantz

Lancaster,PA

Makes4-6servings



8corntortillas

1½cupsshreddedMontereyJackcheese

1cupfrozencorn

4greenonionssliced,about½cup

2eggs,beaten

1cupbuttermilk

4-oz.candicedgreenchilies

1.Tear4tortillasintobite-sizedpieces.Arrangeingreased2-qt.bakingdish.

2.Topwithhalfthecheese,halfthecorn,andhalfthegreenonions.Repeatlayers.

3.Inamixingbowl,stirtogethereggs,buttermilk,andchilies.Gentlypourovertortillamixture.

4.Bakeat325°for30minutes,oruntilknifeinsertedincentercomesoutclean.

ATip—

Alwaystastethefoodyou’vepreparedbeforeservingit,soyoucancorrecttheseasonings,ifnecessary.

ExceptionalEggplantCasseroleLisaGood

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes6-8servings



½cupchoppedonions


½cupchoppedcelery

1tsp.oil

28-oz.canstomatosauce

⅓cupbrownsugar

1½tsp.driedoregano

½tsp.mincedgarlic

1medium-sizedeggplant,peeledorunpeeled,slicedin⅛”-thickslices

1½cupsmozzarellacheese

1.Inalargeskilletorsaucepan,sautétheonions,greenpeppers,andceleryintheoil.

2.Addthetomatosauce,brownsugar,oregano,andgarlictothesautéedvegetables.Mixwell.

3.Layerone-thirdofthesaucemixture,one-thirdoftheeggplant,andone-thirdofthecheeseintoagreased2-qt.bakingdish.Repeatthelayerstwice.


EggplantPitaDonnaConto

Saylorsburg,PA

Makesfillingfor4pitasandwiches

PrepTime:10minutes

StandingTime:2hours


1largeeggplant,peeledanddiced

3Tbsp.salt

½cupoil

½tsp.garlicsalt

½tsp.pepper

½tsp.salt

15-oz.candicedtomatoes,drained

1smallonion,chopped

2Tbsp.parsley

4pitabreads

1.Coverdicedeggplantwithwater.Stirin3Tbsp.salt.Letstandfor2hours.Drain.

2.Heatoilinskillet.Addeggplant,garlicsalt,pepper,and½tsp.salt.Sautéfor5minutesuntilsoft.Drainoffexcessoil.

3.Putseasonedeggplantinmixingbowl.Addtomatoes,onion,andparsley.

4.Mixwell,stuffinpitabreadhalves,andserveimmediately.

BakedSouthwestGritsJaneSteele

Moore,OK

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:25minutes


4cupswater

1½tsp.salt

1cupuncookedgrits

2eggs

½stick(4Tbsp.)butter

mincedgarlictotaste

4-oz.canchoppedgreenchilies

2cupsgratedMexicancheese,orMontereyJack/cheddarcombined,divided

1.Placewaterinlargesaucepan,addsalt,andcover.Bringtoboil.

2.Addgritsandstirfor1minute.

3.Coverandcookuntilthickandcreamy,about5-7minutes.Stiroccasionally.

4.Beateggsinasmallbowl.Stirin¼cupcookedgritsandblendtogether.Addmixturetosaucepanofgrits.

5.Meltbutterinamedium-sizedpan.Stiringarlic,chilies,and1½cupscheese.Addtothegritsmixtureandstirwell.

6.Spoonintoagreased2-qt.casserole.Topwithremaining½cupcheese.


LentilsandRicewithTomatoCucumberSalad

MaryLongenecker

Bethel,PA

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


¾cupbrownlentils,rinsed

3½cupswater

1cuplong-grainrice

2tsp.salt

½-1tsp.cumin,accordingtoyourtastepreference

3Tbsp.oil

1-2slicedonions,whicheveryouprefer

Salad:

2smallcucumbers,diced

2medium-sizedtomatoes,diced

½-1smallonion,diced

2Tbsp.lemonjuice

2Tbsp.oil

1garlicclove,mincedorcrushed

2tsp.salt

1.Inalargesaucepan,combinelentilsandwater.Coverandbringtoaboil.Cookonmediumheatfor10minutes.

2.Addrice,salt,andcumin.Coverandbringtoaboil.Cookonlowfor20-25minutes,oruntilriceiscooked.

3.Whilericeandlentilscook,placeoilinskillet.Sautéslicedonionsin3Tbsp.oiluntilbrownandlimp.Setsautéedonionsasideuntiltimetoserve.

4.Inamixingbowl,combinecucumbers,tomatoes,anddicedonions.

5.Inasmallbowl,stirtogetherlemonjuice,2Tbsp.oil,garlic,andsalt.Pourovercucumbermixture.Stirgentlytogether.

6.Toserve,presslentil/ricemixtureintoacuporsmallbowl.Unmoldincenterofalargeplateorplatter.Topwithsautéedonions.Placespoonfulsofsaladaroundthelentilmixture.Sprinkleextrajuicefromsaladoverall.

JamaicanRiceandBeansLorrainePflederer

Goshen,IN

Makes4servings

PrepTime:10minutes



14-oz.canlightcoconutmilk

½cupwater

scant½tsp.allspice

½tsp.salt

3freshthymesprigs,or1tsp.driedthyme

1garlicclove,crushed

1cuplong-grainwhiterice

15-oz.candarkredkidneybeans,drainedandrinsed

1.Combinefirst6ingredients(throughgarlic)inamedium-sizedsaucepanovermedium-highheat.Coverandbringtoaboil.

2.Stirinrice.Reducetheheattolow.Coverandcook20minutes,oruntilalltheliquidisabsorbed.Checkperiodicallytomakesurethericeisn’tsticking.

3.Removepanfromheat.Removethethymesprigsanddiscard.

4.Gentlystirinthebeans.Coverandletstand5minutesbeforeserving.

SpinachSouffleKayeTaylor

Florissant,MO

Makes6-8servings



4Tbsp.flour

¼lb.Colbycheese,grated

¼lb.cheddarcheese,grated


1-lb.cartonsmall-curdcottagecheese

3eggs,beaten

¼-½tsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

10-oz.pkg.choppedspinach,thawedandsqueezeddry

1.Blendtogetherflour,cheeses,andbutterinalargemixingbowl.


3.Pourintoagreased2-qt.bakingcasserole.

4.Bakeuncoveredat325°for60-75minutes,oruntilknifeinsertedincentercomesoutclean.

ATip—

Lookforspicesinwholefoodsmarketswheretheyarelikelytobesoldinbulk.Thenyoucanbuyonlywhatyouneed,andusuallyformuchlessthaninagrocerystore.

Apple-StuffedAcornSquashSusanGuarneri

ThreeLakes,WI

Makes4servings

PrepTime:20minutes


2acornsquash

3tartapples,divided

1Tbsp.freshlemonjuice,takenfromhalfalemon(reservetheotherhalf)

1½tsp.gratedlemonrind,takenfromhalfalemon(reservetheotherhalf)

¼cupmeltedbutter,divided

⅓cupbrownsugar

½tsp.salt

1tsp.cinnamon

1.Cutsquashinhalf.Scoopoutseeds.Placeinbakingdish,cut-sidedown,andadd½”boilingwater.Bake,coveredwithaluminumfoil,at400°for20minutes.

2.Pare,core,anddice2apples.Insmallbowl,mixwithlemonjuice,rind,2Tbsp.butter,andbrownsugar.

3.Removesquashhalvesfromoven.Brushcuthalveswithremaining2Tbsp.butter.Sprinklewithsaltandcinnamon.

4.Fillsquashhalveswithapplemixture.

5.Placesquashhalvescut-sideupinbakingdish.Add½”boilingwater.Coverwithfoilandbake30minuteslonger.

6.Beforeserving,pourpanjuicesoversquash.Garnisheachhalfwithslicesfromthereservedappleandthereservedlemonhalf.

QuickSquashShirleyTaylor,YubaCity,CA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1lb.mixofyellowsquashandzucchini

1onion,thinlysliced

1redbellpepper,chopped

¼tsp.driedbasil

dashofpepper

salttotaste,ifyouwish


1.Slicesquashandzucchiniintomicrowave-safecasseroledish.Topwithonionsandredpeppers.

2.Coverandmicrowaveonhighfor2-4minutes,oruntilvegetablesarecrisp-tender.(Ifyouwantthevegetablestobesofter,cookanother2-4minutesandthentesttoseeifthey’redonetoyourliking.Continuecookingforafewminutesifyouwish.)

3.Stirinbasil,pepper,andsaltifyouwish.SprinkletopwithgratedParmesancheese.Coverandletstand2minutesbeforeserving.

Tomato-ArtichokeScallopClaraEarleBaskin

Quinton,NJ

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:20minutes


½cupbutter


2Tbsp.finelychoppedscallions

14-oz.canartichokehearts,drained

35-oz.canwholeplumtomatoes,drained

½tsp.fresh,orpinchofdried,basil

1-2tsp.sugar,yourpreference



1.Inalargeskilletorsaucepan,meltbutter.Sautéonionsandscallionsuntiltender.

2.Rinseartichokesandcutintoquarters.Addtoskillet.

3.Stirintomatoesandbasil.Heat2to3minutes,stirringoccasionally.

4.Seasonwithsugar,salt,andpepper.Turnintogreasedshallowbakingdish.SprinklewithParmesancheese.

5.Bakeat325°for10-15minutes,oruntilvegetablesaretender.

Sun-DriedTomatoCasseroleBarbaraJeanFabel

Wausau,WI

Makes12servings


StandingTime:8hoursorovernight,plus10minutes


29-oz.pkgs.cheeseravioli(lookfortheminthedairycase)

halfan8-oz.jarsun-driedtomatoesinoil,drainedandchopped

1½cupsshreddedcheddarcheese

1½cupsshreddedMontereyJackcheese

8eggs,beaten

2½cupsmilk

1-2Tbsp.freshbasil,snipped,or1-2tsp.driedbasil

1.Greasea3-qt.bakingdish.Placeuncookedraviolievenlyinbottom.

2.Sprinkleravioliwithtomatoes.Topevenlywithcheeses.Setaside.

3.Inamixingbowl,whiskeggsandmilkuntilwellcombined.Pouroverlayersincasseroledish.

4.Coverandchillfor8hoursorovernight.

5.Bake,uncovered,at350°for40minutes,untilcenterissetandknifeinsertedincentercomesoutclean.

6.Letstand10minutesbeforeserving.Justbeforeserving,sprinklewithbasil.

Tip:Ifyoudon’tlikesun-driedtomatoes,replacethemwithsomethingyoudolike,suchasslicedblackolivesorartichokes.

VeggieBurgersEstherBecker,Gordonville,PA

Makes12-14servings

PrepTime:20minutes(aftersoakingandcooking)


1cupdryoatbran

1cupdryoats

1cupcookedbrownrice

½cupdrylentils,soakedandcooked

½cupdryblackbeans,soakedandcooked

½cupdryblack-eyedpeas,soakedandcooked

½cupsalsa

½cupchoppedonions

halfagreenpepper,chopped

half-squareoftofu,atroomtemperature

4-oz.pkg.creamcheese,softenedcookingoil

1.Mixallingredientstogetherandshapeinto12-14patties.

2.Brownonbothsidesinaskilletinenoughoiltocoverthebottomofthepan.

DoubleCheeseZucchiniBakeJanetSchaeffer

Lansing,IL

Makes12-15servings



½cupbutter

1clovegarlic,chopped

8medium-sized,peeledorunpeeled,zucchini,sliced

1cupItalian-seasonedbreadcrumbs,divided

3cupsshreddedMontereyJackcheese,divided

2cupsgratedParmesancheese,divided


3eggs

2cupshalf-and-half,or2cupswhippingcream

1.Inlargesaucepan,meltbutter.Addgarlicandcookabout3minutes.

2.Addzucchinitogarlicandbutter.Sautéuntilsoft,about10minutes.

3.Stirin½cupbreadcrumbs,2cupsMontereyJackcheese,1cupParmesancheese,andItalianseasoning.Blendwell.

4.Spoonmixtureintoagreased9x13,orlarger,bakingdish.

5.Inamixingbowl,beateggs.Mixinhalf-and-half.Pouroverbakingdishcontentsandletitsettleintothezucchinimixture.

6.Topwithremaining1cupMontereyJackcheese,1cupParmesancheese,and½cupbreadcrumbs.

7.Bakeat350°,uncovered,for35-40minutes,oruntilknifeinsertedincentercomesoutclean.

Tip:Youcanmakethedishthedaybeforeservingitandrefrigerateitunbaked.Ifyouputitintheovencold,increasethebakingtimeto50-60minutes.

ZucchiniBabkaEstherJ.Mast

Lancaster,PA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:20minutes


3eggs

½cupvegetableoil

4cupsdicedzucchini,peeledorunpeeled


1cupall-purposebakingmix

½cupgratedcheddarcheese

1tsp.salt

1tsp.driedoregano

dashofpepper

Parmesancheese

1.Inalargemixingbowl,beateggs.Blendinoil.

2.Addzucchini,onions,bakingmix,cheese,salt,oregano,andpepper.Mixwell.

3.Pourintogreased1½-2-qt.bakingdish.SprinklewithParmesancheese.


Variations:

1.Use3cupszucchiniand1cupcheeseinthebatter.

2.Use1clovemincedgarlicinsteadofonions.—EvieHershey

Atglen,PA

3.Use3cupszucchiniand4eggs.

4.Use2Tbsp.parsley,½tsp.salt,and½tsp.driedoregano.—JoyceKreiser

Manheim,PA

—VirginiaMartin,

Harrisonburg,VA

—JoanneKennedy

Plattsburgh,NY

5.Use4eggs.

6.Add½cupshreddedSwisscheesetothebatter,andsprinkletheParmesancheeseontop.

—BeckyFrey

Lebanon,PA

ATip—

Beforeleavingforworkinthemorning,assembleandmeasureallingredientsforyoureveningmealthatdon’trequirerefrigeration.Whenyoureturnhome,dinnerpreparationwillbeeasier,plusyou’llknowthatyouhavealltheingredientsyouneed.

MacaronisandCheeseElaineRineer

Lancaster,PA

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


8ozs.shellmacaronis


2Tbsp.flour

1tsp.salt

1tsp.drymustard

2½cupsmilk

2cups(8ozs.)shreddedCoopersharp,orasharpcheddar,cheese,divided

¼cupbreadcrumbs

paprika

1.Cookshellsaccordingtopackagedirections.Drainandsetaside.

2.Whileshellsarecooking,melt2Tbsp.butterinalargesaucepan.

3.Blendinflour,salt,anddrymustard.

4.Addmilk.Heat,stirringconstantlyuntilsaucethickensandissmooth.

5.Add1½cupscheese.Heatuntilmelted,continuingtostir.

6.Combinesauceandcookedmacaronis.Pourintoagreased2-qt.casserole.

7.Melt1Tbsp.butter.Stirinbreadcrumbs.

8.Topmacaronisandcheesewithremainingcheese,butteredbreadcrumbs,and

paprika.


Variation:Useevaporatedmilkinsteadofregularmilk.Use2Tbsp.Parmesancheeseinsteadofbutteredbreadcrumbsastopping.

—AndreaCunningham

Arlington,KS

ATip—

Tokeeppastafromboilingover,bringthecookingwatertoaboil,andthenaddsaltandthepasta.Turnofftheheat,coverthepan,andletitsitontheburnerfor10minutes.Drain.(Thinnerpastatakeslesstime;thickerpastatakesmoretime.)

Tomato-yPennePastaJoySutter

Perkasie,PA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1Tbsp.butter

1Tbsp.oliveoil

1smallonion,chopped

28-oz.canItalianplumtomatoes,drained,seeded,andchopped

1cupwhippingcream

¼cupvodka

¼tsp.driedcrushedredpepperflakes


1lb.pennepasta

¼cup,ormore,freshlygratedParmesancheese

2Tbsp.,ormore,mincedfreshchives

1.Inalargeheavysaucepan,meltbutterwithoilovermediumheat.

2.Addonionsandsautéuntiltranslucent.Addtomatoesandcookuncovereduntilalmostnoliquidremains.

3.Stirincream,vodka,andredpepperflakes,andboiluntilthemixturereachesasauceconsistency,about2minutes.Addsaltandpeppertotaste.

4.Meanwhile,cookpastaaccordingtopackagedirections.Drain.

5.Pourhotsauceovercookedpasta.

6.TossandsprinklewithParmesancheeseandchives.

Tip:Youcanpreparethissauceadayaheadofwhenyouwanttouseit.Justcoverandrefrigerateuntilyouneedit.

EasyFettuccineAlfredoTrishPropst

TintonFalls,NJ

Makes4servings

Preparationtime:5-10minutes

Cookingtime:15minutes

8ozs.fettuccinenoodles

½cupwhippingcream

1stick(½cup)butter

¾cupgratedParmesancheese

½tsp.salt

dashofpepper

2tsp.parsley

1.Cooknoodlesaccordingtopackage.Drainandkeepwarm.

2.Inamedium-sizedsaucepan,heatbutterandwhippingcreamoverlowheat,justuntilmelted.Stirtoblend.

3.Stirincheese,salt,andpepper.

4.Poursauceoverhotnoodles.Sprinklewithparsley.Serve.

SpinachPestoVicandChristinaBuckwalter

Keezletown,VA

Makes1½cupsPesto

PrepTime:15minutes


Pesto:

4packedcupsfreshspinachleaves

3garliccloves

2Tbsp.pinenuts

¼packedcupfreshbasil,or1½Tbsp.driedbasil


⅛tsp.salt

Pastafor4-5servings:

1lb.linguine,orpastaofyourchoice

¼-½cuppesto

2Tbsp.Parmesancheese,freshlygrated

2Tbsp.pastawater

1.ProcessPestoingredientsinblenderuntilsmooth.Storeinrefrigeratororfreezeforlateruse.

2.Whenreadytouse,cook1lb.linguineaccordingtopackagedirections.Drain,saving2Tbsp.ofpastawater.

3.Mixtogether¼-½cupofpesto,Parmesancheese,andreservedpastawater.Stirmixtureintopasta.

Variations:

1.SometimeswetosschoppedfreshtomatoesfromthegardenintoStep3.

2.Thispestomakesanexcellentpizzatopping,alongwithyourfavoritecheeses.

SouthwesternPestoPastaCarrieWood

Paxton,MA

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1cuplooselypackedcilantroleaves

1cuplooselypackedflatparsley

⅓cuptoastedpepitas(pumpkinseeds)

1clovegarlic,peeled

½cupcrumbledfetacheese


salttotaste

1lb.spaghettiorlinguine

1.Processallingredientsexceptpastainafoodprocessoruntilaroughpasteisformed,addingadditionaloliveoilifthepasteseemstoodry.

2.Cookspaghettiorlinguineaccordingtopackagedirections.Drain.

3.Tosspestothoroughlywithhotpastaandthenserve.

Spaghetti!Quick!HelenE.Shenk

Quarryville,PA

Makes8-10servings



9-10ozs.dryspaghetti

¼cupbutter,melted

3-4cupsshreddedcheese,yourchoiceofflavors

210-oz.pkgs.frozenspinach,thawedandsqueezeddry

½lb.slicedfreshmushrooms

1½cupssourcream

dashoforegano

½cupchoppedonions

salttotaste

peppertotaste

1.Cookspaghettiinlargestockpotaccordingtopackagedirections.Drain.

2.Returnspaghettitostockpotandstirinbutter.

3.Addcheese.Stiruntilwellmixedandpartiallymelted.

4.Addremainingingredients.Mixwell.

5.Pourintogreased3-qt.bakingdish.

6.Bakeat350°for10-15minutesifspaghettiisstillwarm;30-45minutesifnot.

Variation:Usefreshspinachinsteadoffrozen.Usespaghettisquashinsteadofthepasta.—TinaHartman

Lancaster,PA

SausageZitiBakeMargaretMorris

MiddleVillage,NY

Makes8servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1½lbs.sweetItalianbulksausage

1lb.uncookedziti


1largeonion,chopped


salttotaste

peppertotaste

4-8ozs.shreddedmozzarellacheese,accordingtoyourpreference

1.Brownsausageinlargestockpot.

2.Meanwhile,cookthezitiaccordingtothepackagedirections.Drain.

3.Aftersausageisbrownedremoveittoabowlanddrainoffallbut1Tbsp.drippings.Addmushroomsandonionstostockpot.Cookgentlyuntiltender.

4.Stirinsauce,sausage,cookedanddrainedziti,salt,andpepper.Spoonintoagreased9x13bakingdish.Cover.

5.Bakeat350°for30-40minutes,oruntilheatedthewholewaythrough.

6.Sprinklewithcheese.Bakeuncoveredanadditional5minutes.

PastaVenesaBarryCoggin

Jacksonville,FL

Makes6servings

PrepTime:30minutes

CookingTime:1hourand45minutes

2medium-sizedonions,chopped

1yellowbellpepper,chopped

1orangebellpepper,chopped

3clovesgarlic,thinlysliced

10.75-oz.cantomatopuree


6-oz.cantomatopaste

1pkg.(5links)sweetItaliansausage,chopped

3linkshotItaliansausage,chopped

salttotaste

peppertotaste

1½tsp.Italianseasoning

2largeTbsp.honey

1cupwater

1cupwhippingcream

1lb.spaghetti,uncooked


1.Inalargenonstickskillet,sautéonions,bellpeppers,andgarlicuntiljusttender.

2.Addtomatopuree,sauce,andpaste.Blendwell.Simmercoveredfor1hour.

3.Meanwhile,inaseparateskillet,brownsausages.Addtotomatomixture.

4.Seasonwithsalt,pepper,andItalianseasoning.Thenstirinhoneyandwater.

5.Simmercoveredfor30minutes.

6.Justbeforeserving,addwhippingcreamtotomatomixture.Cookuntilheatedthrough,butdonotboil.

7.AsyoubeginStep5,begintocookthespaghettiaccordingtothepackagedirections.Drain.

8.Servetomatosauceovercookedspaghetti.Sprinklewithfreshparsley.

Tip:Youcanpreparethesauceaheadoftime—allbutthewhippingcream—andwarmitwhenyouarereadytoserve.Addthewhippingcreamwhenthesauceisfullyheated,anddonotallowthesaucetoboilafteryou’vestirredinthewhippingcream.

ChickenManicottiLoriShowalter,NewHope,VA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:30minutes


¾lb.bonelessskinlesschickenbreasts

1½tsp.garlicpowder

7uncookedmanicottishells

26-oz.jarspaghettisauce,divided

½lb.bulksausage,cookedanddrained

¼lb.freshmushrooms,sliced,orcannedmushrooms,drained

2cups(8ozs.)shreddedmozzarellacheese

⅓cupwater

1.Cutchickenintosmallchunks.Inlargebowl,tosschickenwithgarlicpowder.

2.Stuffchickenintomanicottishells.

3.Spread1cupspaghettisauceinthebottomofagreased7x11bakingdish.Arrangestuffedshellsontopofsauce.

4.Sprinklewithsausageandmushrooms.Pourremainingspaghettisauceovertop.

5.Sprinklewithcheese.

6.Spoonwateraroundtheedgeofthedish.Coverandbakeat375°for65-70minutes,oruntilchickenjuicesrunclearandpastaistender.

Tip:Iliketodoubletherecipeandfreezetheseconddishforanothermeal.Thedishcanbefrozenforuptoonemonth.Whenreadytouse,thawitintherefrigerator;thenletitstandatroomtemperaturefor30minutesbeforebakingasdirected.

PorkTenderloinwithPastainTomato&RedPepperSauceJoyceClark,EastAmherst,NY

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1Tbsp.butter

1Tbsp.vegetableoil

2cupsslicedmushrooms

2onions,chopped


1redbellpepper,chopped

1tsp.driedoregano

1lb.porktenderloin,cutinto1”-cubes

2Tbsp.flour

1tsp.chilipowder

½tsp.salt

½tsp.blackpepper

3cupsmilk

9ozs.drypennepasta


1.Meltbutterinalargeskillet.Addvegetableoil,mushrooms,onions,garlic,redpepper,andoregano.Cookovermediumheatuntilonionissoftened.

2.Placeflour,chilipowder,salt,andpepperinaziplockplasticbag.Addporkpiecesandshaketocoat.

3.Addflouredporkandanyremainingflourmixturetoskillet.Cook,stirringoccasionally,untilporkisbrownedonallsides.

4.Addmilk,pasta,andtomatosauce.Bringmixturetoaboil,stirringconstantly.

5.Reduceheat,cover,andsimmer15minutesuntilpastaistender.

BakedSpaghettiAmberVeenstra

LakeOdessa,MI

LynetteNisly

Lancaster,PA

Makes12servings

PrepTime:40minutes


1lb.groundbeef

2Tbsp.butter

1cupchoppedonions

1cupchoppedgreenpeppers


4-oz.canmushroomslices,drained

2.25-oz.canslicedblackolives,drained

2tsp.driedoregano

1tsp.garlicsalt

1tsp.onionsalt

1lb.spaghettiorangel-hairpasta

2cups(8ozs.)shreddedcheddarcheese,divided


¼cupwater


1.Inalargeskillet,browngroundbeefin2Tbsp.butter.Drainoffallbut1Tbsp.drippings.Addonionsandpepperstobeefandreserveddrippingsandcookuntilsoftened.

2.Addtomatoes,mushrooms,olives,oregano,garlicsalt,andonionsalt.Simmeruncoveredfor10minutes.

3.Meanwhile,cookspaghettiinalargestockpotaccordingtopackagedirections.Whencooked,drainwell,andreturntopot.

4.Placehalfofspaghettiinagreased9x13bakingpan.Spreadhalfofmeatmixtureoverpasta.Sprinklewith1cupcheddarcheese.Repeatlayers.

5.Inasmallbowl,combinesoupandwateruntilsmooth.Pourovercasserolecontents.SprinklewithParmesancheese.


ATip—

Donotaddsalttocoldwaterinacookingpan.Waituntilthewaterboils.Otherwise,thesaltcanpitthepan.

SouthwesternShellsElaineRineer,Lancaster,PA

Makes6servings



1-1½lbs.groundbeef


16-oz.jarpicantesauce

8-oz.cantomatosauce

½cupwater

1tsp.chilipowder


1cupgratedMontereyJackcheese,divided

24jumboshells,cooked

1.Inlargenon-stickskillet,browngroundbeefandoniontogether.

2.Meanwhile,mixtogetherinamixingbowlthepicantesauce,tomatosauce,andwater.

3.Whenmeatandonionsarebrown,stirchilipowder,chilies,½cupcheese,and½cuppicantesaucemixintothemeat.Mixwell.

4.Pourhalfofremainingpicantesaucemixtureintoagreased9x13bakingpan.

5.Filleachshellwith1-2Tbsp.meatmixture.Placeinbakingdish.

6.Pourremainingsauceovershells.Coverwithfoil.

7.Bakeat350°for20-30minutes.Uncover.Sprinklewithremainingcheese.Bake5minutes,oruntilcheesemelts.

LasagneRoll-UpsDorothyVanDeest

Memphis,TN

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes



8-oz.pkg.lasagnanoodles

1pintcreamycottagecheese


1egg,beaten

½cupchoppedparsley,optional

peppertotaste

3cupsspaghettisauce,withorwithoutmeat,divided

1.Inalargestockpot,bring4-5qts.watertoaboil.Cooklasagnanoodlesfor10minutes,uncovered.Rinsecookednoodlesincoolwater.Drain.

2.Inamixingbowl,combinecottagecheese,mozzarellacheese,egg,parsleyifyouwish,andpepper.

3.Pour1cupspaghettisauceinbottomofagreased9x13bakingdish.

4.Spread¼-⅓cupcheesemixtureoneachlasagnanoodleandrollupjelly-rollfashion.Placeseam-sidedowninthesauce.

5.Coverwithremainingsauce.Coverdishwithaluminumfoil.

6.Bakeat350°for35-40minutesuntilhotandbubbly.

7.Allowtostand10minutesbeforeserving.

MexicanLasagnaDianeEby

Holtwood,PA

Makes12servings


BakingTime:1hour,plus5minutes


2lbs.groundbeef

16-oz.canrefriedbeans

4-oz.canchoppedgreenchilies

1envelopedrytacoseasoning

2Tbsp.hotsalsa

12ozs.uncookedlasagnanoodles

4cups(16ozs.)shreddedMontereyJackcheese,divided

16-oz.jarmildsalsa

2cupswater

2cups(16ozs.)sourcream

2¼-oz.canslicedripeolives,drained

3greenonions,chopped

1.Inalargenonstickskillet,cookbeefovermediumheatuntilnolongerpink.Drainoffdrippings.

2.Addthebeans,chilies,tacoseasoning,andhotsalsatothebeef.Mixwell.

3.Inadeepgreased9x13bakingdishorlasagnapan,layerone-thirdoftheuncookednoodlestoppedbyone-thirdofthemeatmixture.Sprinklewith1cupcheese.Repeatlayerstwice.

4.Combinemildsalsaandwater;pourovertop.

5.Coverandbakeat350°for1houroruntilheatedthrough.

6.Uncover.Topwithsourcream,olives,onions,andremainingcheese.Bake5minuteslongeruncovered.Letstand10-15minutesbeforeserving.

Tip:Youcanpreparethisupto24hoursinadvance.Coveritandkeepitchilled.Removefromtherefrigerator30minutesbeforebaking.Youmayneedtobakeit15minuteslonger(covered,andbeforeaddingtoppingsinStep6)ifit’sstillquitecoldwhenyouputitintheoven.

VegetableAlfredoLasagnaJudyBuller

Bluffton,OH

Makes10-12servings




9lasagnanoodles

½cupchoppedonions

1clovegarlic,minced

1Tbsp.oliveoil

1carrot,shredded

4cupsfresh,choppedspinach,or10-oz.pkg.choppedfrozenspinach,thawedandsqueezeddry

1cupchoppedbroccoli

¼tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

17-oz.jarAlfredosauce,divided

15-oz.cartonricottacheese

½cupParmesancheese

1egg

2cupsshreddedColby,orMontereyJack,cheese


1.Soaknoodlesinhotwaterfor15minutes.Rinse,drain,andsetaside.

2.Inlargeskillet,cookonionandgarlicin1Tbsp.oiluntilcrisp-tender.Addcarrot,spinach,broccoli,salt,andpepper.

3.Remove½cupAlfredosauceandsetaside.

4.StirremainingAlfredosauceintoskillet.Mixwellandheatthoroughly.Setaside.

5.CombinericottaandParmesancheeses,egg,andColbyorMontereyJackcheeseinalargebowl.Mixwell.

6.Inagreased9x13bakingpan,spread½cupAlfredosauceonbottom.Layerinthisorder:3noodles,one-thirdofthecheesemixture,one-thirdoftheAlfredosaucemixture.

7.Repeatlayerstwomoretimes.Topwithmozzarellacheese.

8.Coverandbakeat350°for45minutes.Uncoverandbake10-15minutesmore.

9.Letstand15minutesbeforeserving.

CreamyChickenLasagnaJoanneE.Martin

Stevens,PA

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:30minutes



8ozs.lasagnanoodles




1cupsourcream

3cupsdicedcookedchicken

2cupsgratedmozzarellacheese,divided

1.Cooknoodlesasdirectedonpackage.Drain.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,blendsoups,Parmesancheese,andsourcream.Stirindicedchicken.

3.Putone-fourthofcreamychickenmixtureinthebottomofagreased9x13bakingpan.

4.Alternatelayersof⅓noodles,⅓chickenmixture,and⅓mozzarellacheese,repeatingthelayers2moretimes.


6.Allowtostandfor15minutesbeforeserving.

CheesyChickenCasseroleMiriamChristophel

Goshen,IN

Makes6servings


BakingTime:30minutesintheoven,or8-10minutesinthemicrowave

½cupmayonnaise,saladdressing,or10.75-oz.cancreamofmushroomsoup

1½cupsshreddedcheddarcheese,divided

1½cupschopped,cookedchicken

1½cupsdry(4ozs.)rotini,cookedanddrained

2cupsmixedfrozenvegetables

¼cupmilk

½tsp.driedbasilleaves

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combineallingredientsexcept½cupcheese.

2.Spoonintoagreased1½-qt.casserole.Sprinklewithreserved½cupcheese.


Variation:Tomakethisinthemicrowave,besuretouseamicrowave-safecasserole.Heatonhigh8-10minutes,oruntilthoroughlyheated.

PastitsioSheilaSoldner,Lititz,PA

Makes12servings



1largeonion,grated

2lbs.groundbeef

½cuptomatosauce

½tsp.sugar

½tsp.nutmeg

¼tsp.pepper

1tsp.salt

1lb.ziti


½cupgratedRomanocheese

4eggs,divided

5½Tbsp.flour,divided

3cupsmilk,divided


dashofnutmeg

dashofsalt

dashofpepper

1.Brownonionandgroundbeefinlargenonstickskilletuntilmoistureisabsorbed.

2.Addtomatosauce,sugar,nutmeg,pepper,andsaltandsimmerfor15minutes.

3.Meanwhile,boilzitiinsaltedwaterinalargestockpotfor10minutes.Drainandrinsewithcoldwater.Placeinlargebowl.

4.Melt2Tbsp.butter.Thenpourthemeltedbutter,Romanocheeseand2slightlybeateneggsoverziti.Mixgently.

5.Greasea9x13bakingpan,oradeeplasagnapan.Placehalfthezitiinthebottomofthepan.Pourmeat/tomatomixtureontopofziti.Coverwithremainingziti.

6.Inasmallmixingbowl,whisktogether½Tbsp.flourand1cupmilk.Pouroverthebakingdishcontents.

7.Makethecreamsaucebymelting1stick(8Tbsp.)butterinamedium-sizedsaucepan.Add5Tbsp.flourandblendwell.Add2cupsmilkslowly.Cookovermediumheat,stirringconstantlyuntilthickenedandsmooth.

8.Removepanfromheat.Add2beateneggstomixtureandstiruntilsmooth.

9.Spoonsauceoverziti.Topwithgratedcheddarcheese.Sprinklewithnutmeg,salt,andpepper.


Tip:

Foracreamiereffect,youcanincreasetheamountofeachsauceingredientbyhalf,ordoublealloftheiramounts(Step4).

IhavefoundthistobeagreatdishtoserveatChristmasorotherget-togetherswhenIhavealargecrowdtofeed.

ATip—

Donotovercookpasta!

QuickShrimpPastaSandraChang,Derwood,MD

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:30minutes


1lb.spaghetti

1Tbsp.vegetableoil

1lb.rawshrimp,peeledanddeveined

koshersalt

groundblackpepper

1medium-sizedzucchini,unpeeledandcutinto½”pieces



⅓cupfreshflat-leafparsley

½tsp.crackedblackpepper

1cupgratedParmesancheese,divided

1.Cookspaghettiaccordingtopackagedirections.Whenfinishedcooking,drain,returntocookingpot,andkeepwarm.

2.Meanwhile,inalargeskillet,heat1Tbsp.vegetableoiloverhighheatuntilsmokinghot.

3.Placeshrimpinpanandsearfor1to2minutesperside,oruntiljustcookedthrough.Stirinadashofkoshersaltandadashofpepper.Removeseasonedshrimptoalargeservingbowlandkeepwarm.

4.Sautézucchinipiecesandmincedgarlicbrieflyinskilletuntilcrisp-tender.

5.Addzucchiniandgarlictoshrimp.

6.Mixinoliveoil,garlic,parsley,pepper,and½cupParmesancheese.

7.Addcookedpastaandremainingcheese.Tosswellandserve.

Variation:Substitute1½lbs.scallopsfortheshrimpforadifferentquickmeal.

Low-FatFettuccineAlfredowithVeggiesandShrimp

NormaGrieser,Clarksville,MI

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


2Tbsp.onions,chopped

2Tbsp.oil,divided

2cupsslicedasparagusorbroccoli

½cupnonfatdrymilk

1½cupsskimmilk

1½Tbsp.flour

2Tbsp.low-fatcreamcheese,atroomtemperature

⅔cupgratedParmesan,ormozzarella,cheese

9ozs.fettucine

1tsp.mincedgarlic

½lb.rawshrimp,peeledanddeveined,or½lb.freshscallops

1.Inalargeskillet,sautéonionsin1Tbsp.oil.Addasparagusorbroccoliandstir-fryuntiljustcrisp-tender.

2.Combinemilksandflourinasaucepanandwhisktogetheruntilsmooth.Cookuntilthickened.

3.Inasmallbowl,mixcreamcheesewithasmallamountofwhitesauceuntilthecheesesoftens.Stirintorestofwhitesauce.

4.Inalargestockpot,cookpastaaccordingtodirectionsonbox.Drainandkeepwarm.Pourstir-friedvegetablesintocookedpasta.

5.PourremainingTbsp.ofoilintolargeskilletandsautéseafoodandgarlic.Addtopasta.

6.Poursauceoverpastaandtoss.

ATip—

Whencookingriceormacaronis,add1Tbsp.buttertokeepthepotfromboilingover.

SimpleShrimpScampiAnneJones

BallstonLake,NY

Makes4servings

PrepTime:5minutes

CookingTime:5minutesfortheScampi;30minutesforthepasta

1stick(½cup)butter


1Tbsp.lemonjuice

1Tbsp.driedparsley

1lb.shrimp,shelledanddeveined

shreddedParmesancheese,divided

1lb.cookedpastaofyourchoice

1.Inalargeskilletorwok,overlowheat,meltbutter.

2.Addgarlic,lemonjuice,andparsley.Cookuntilgarlicistender.

3.Addshrimpand1TablespoonParmesancheese.Cookoverlowheatuntilshrimpbecomesopaque,stirringfrequently,about3minutes.

4.Serveoverpasta.SprinklewithParmesancheese.

ShrimpandMushroomLinguineCyndieMarrara

PortMatilda,PA

Makes4servings



2cupsfreshmushroomslices

1stick(½cup)butter

¼cupflour

⅛tsp.pepper

3cupsmilk

2cupspeeledandcookedshrimp

¼cupParmesancheese

8ozs.linguine

Parmesancheese

1.Inalargeskillet,sautémushroomsinbutter.Blendinflourandpepper.

2.Addmilk,andstirconstantlyuntilthickened.

3.AddshrimpandParmesancheese.Heatthoroughly.

4.Meanwhile,cooklinguineaccordingtopackagedirections.Drain.

5.Combineshrimpsaucewithlinguine.TosslightlyandsprinklewithadditionalParmesancheese.

Tip:I’vedoubledandtripledthisrecipewithnoproblem.Thesauceisnotreallythick,sodon’tthinkyoudidsomethingwrong.Thepastathickensthedishwhenyoumixthesauceandcookedpastatogether.

ScallopLinguinealaYorkShirleyHedman

Schenectady,NY

Makes12-15servings



1Tbsp.oil

1greenpepper,chopped


1cupdicedonions

8-oz.canmushrooms,sliced,undrained

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

1tsp.driedbasil

1tsp.driedoregano

225.5-oz.jarsmarinarasauce

2lbs.scallops

1lb.cookedlinguine

1.Heatoilinlargeskillet.Cookpepper,garlic,andonionsuntilcrisp-tender.

2.Addmushrooms.Cook2minutes.

3.Stirinsalt,pepper,basil,andoregano.

4.Stirinmarinarasauce.Coverandcookuntilbubbly.

5.Addscallopsandcook5minutes.

6.Serveoverlinguine.

SpaghettiwithRedClamSauceKateGood

Lancaster,PA

RebeccaFennimore

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes6servings



1lb.spaghetti

1Tbsp.oliveoil

1largeonion,chopped

26.5-ozcanschoppedclams,withtheirjuice

¼cupdrywhitewine

1cupcrushedtomatoes

pinchofredpepperflakes

¼tsp.salt

pinchofgroundpepper

¼cupfreshparsley

Parmesancheese

ATip—

Ifyouuselotsofeggs,stackthecartonsofeggsinyourfridgewiththefreshestcartonofeggsonthebottom.Thenyou’llbesuretouseuptheoldereggsfirstbecausethey’llbeinthecartonontop.Thatalsomakesitmorelikelythatyou’llhard-boiltheeasiest-to-peeleggs,becauseoldereggsarebestforthis.

1.Cookpastaaccordingtopackagedirectionsinlargestockpot.Drainpasta,reserving½cupofcookingliquid.Keeppastawarm.

2.Whilepastaiscooking,heatoilinaskillet.Addonionandbrown.

3.Stirinclamswithjuice,wine,tomatoes,redpepperflakes,salt,andpepper.

4.Reduceheatandsimmeruncovereduntilsauceisthickenedslightly,about5minutes.

5.Stirsauce,parsley,andreservedpastacookingliquidintocookedpastainstockpot.Coverandcook1minute.

6.ServeimmediatelywithParmesancheeseforindividualservings.

LazyLinguinewithWhiteClamSauceAnneJones

BallstonLake,NY

Makes4servings

PrepTime:20minutes


halfastick(4Tbsp.)ofbutter


½cupdicedonions

2Tbsp.flour

26-oz.canschoppedclams

1cupmilk

¾tsp.salt

¼-½tsp.pepper

1Tbsp.parsley

1lb.linguine

shreddedParmesancheese

1.Inamedium-sizedsaucepan,meltbutter.Sautégarlicandonionsuntiltender.

2.Addflourandstiruntilsmooth.

3.Drainclams,reservingliquid.

4.Stirmilkandreservedclamjuiceintoflourmixture.Continueheatingovermediumheat,stirringconstantlyuntilthickened.

5.Addsalt,pepper,parsley,andclams.Warmthrough.

6.Meanwhile,preparelinguineaccordingtopackagedirections.

7.Drainlinguine.Placeinlargeservingbowl.Stirclamsauceintoit.SprinklewithshreddedParmesancheese.

CreamyCrab-StuffedShellsJamesR.Johnston

Pahrump,NV

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:45minutes


24-30jumbopastashells

1Tbsp.choppedgreenpepper

1Tbsp.choppedredonions


12ozs.crabmeat

½tsp.pepper

1tsp.OldBaySeasoning

1egg,beaten

2Tbsp.,plus1½cupsmilk,divided

½cupmayonnaise

2Tbsp.flour

1½cupsskimmilk


1.Cookpastaaccordingtopackagedirections.Drainandsetaside.

2.Sautégreenpepperandonionsin1Tbsp.butterinskilletuntiltender.Removefromheat.

3.Combinecrabmeat,pepper,OldBay,egg,2Tbsp.milk,andmayonnaisewithsautéedvegetables.

4.Spoonmixtureintoshells.

5.Placeasinglelayerofshellsinagreased9x13bakingpan.

6.Melt2Tbsp.butterintheskillet.Graduallywhiskinflour.Thenslowlyadd1½cupsmilk,stirringcontinuouslyuntilmixturethickens.

7.Whenwhitesauceisthickenedandsmooth,stirinParmesancheese.

8.Drizzlesauceovershells.SprinklewithOldBaySeasoning.

9.Bakeuncoveredfor30minutes.

CreamySalmonCasseroleMaryJaneEbersole

Millmont,PA

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:25minutes


2cupsdrymacaronis

halfastick(¼cup)ofbutter

¼cupchoppedonions

2Tbsp.parsley

⅓cupflour

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

¼tsp.OldBaySeasoning,optional

3cupsmilk


14.75-oz.cansalmon,drainedandde-boned

2Tbsp.butter

½cupbreadcrumbs

1.Cookmacaronisaccordingtopackagedirections.Drainandsetaside.

2.Meanwhile,melthalfstickofbutterinalargesaucepan.Addonionsandparsley.Cook5minutes,stirringoccasionally.

3.Stirinflour,salt,pepper,andOldBaySeasoningifyouwish.

4.Graduallyaddmilk,stirringconstantly.

5.Blendincheeseandsalmon.

6.Addcookedmacaronis.Mixwell.

7.Pourintoagreased2-qt.casserole.

8.Melt2Tbsp.butterinasmallpan.Stirincrumbs.Sprinklebutteredcrumbsovercasserolecontents.


PersonalPizzaRuthShank,Gridley,IL

Makes6servings


RestingTime:10minutes

BakingTime:9-12minutes,perbakingsheet

3cupsflour


2Tbsp.,or2envelopes,rapid-riseyeast

1½tsp.salt

1½tsp.sugar

1½cupshot(120-130°)watercornmealpizzaorspaghettisauce,toppings,andcheese

1.Stirflours,yeast,salt,andsugartogetherinalargebowl.

2.Stirinhotwateruntildoughpullsawayfromsidesofthebowl.

3.Turnoutontoflouredsurfaceandknead5minutes,untilsmooth.

4.Placedoughonaflouredsurface,coverwithplasticwrap,andletrest10minutes.(Doughwilljuststarttorise.)

5.Dividedoughinto6pieces.Shapeeachpieceintoadisk.

6.Putovenrackinlowestposition.Preheatovento500°.

7.Sprinkleacookiesheetwithcornmealandplaceindividualdoughcrustsonthesheet.(You’llbeabletofitmorethanonedoughcrustonasheet.)

8.Topeachdoughcrustwithpizzasauce,yourfavoritetoppings,andcheese.

9.Bakeontheoven’slowestrackpositionat500°for9-12minutes.

Withindividual-sizedpizzas,eachpersonmaychoosethetoppingss/helikesbest.

ATip—

Whencookingpasta,makesureyouuseapanlargeenoughtoallowthepastato

circulatefreelywhilecookingandtoexpand.Salttheboilingwatergenerously.

CrazyCrustPizzaPamelaMetzler

Gilman,WI

Makes8serving

PrepTime:20minutes



2cupsflour

4eggs

2tsp.salt

1½cupsmilk

1lb.groundbeeforsausage

½-1cupchoppedonions,accordingtoyourtastepreference

2tsp.driedoregano

½tsp.salt

peppertotaste


½-1cupshreddedmozzarellacheese

½-1cupshreddedcheddarcheese

1.Inamixingbowl,mixtogetherflour,eggs,2tsp.salt,andmilkuntilsmooth.Pourontoagreasedandflouredjelly-rollpan.

2.Inalargeskillet,browngroundbeefandonions.Seasonwithoregano,½tsp.salt,andpepper.Stirintomatosauce.Pourovercrust.

3.Sprinklecheesesevenlyovertop.

4.Bakeat475°for20minutes.Letstand5minutesbeforecutting.

PillowPizza

SharonMiller

Holmesville,OH

Makes8servings

PrepTime:20minutes


2tubesrefrigeratedbiscuits(10biscuitspertube)

1½lbs.groundbeef

16-oz.canpizzasauce

optionalingredients:choppedonionschoppedpepperscannedmushroomspepperoni

1lb.mozzarellacheese

1.Cuteachbiscuitintoquartersandplaceinthebottomofagreased9x13bakingdish.

2.Inaskillet,brownbeef.Drainoffdrippings.Addsaucetobeefinskilletandstirtogether.

3.Pouroverbiscuitquarters.

4.Topwithanyoptionalingredientsasyouwouldapizza.Sprinklecheeseovertop.


PizzaRoll-UpsVonnieOyer

Hubbard,OR

Makes10servings

PrepTime:30minutes

StandingandRisingTimes:1½hours


1½Tbsp.yeast

⅜cupwarm(110-115°)water

½tsp.sugar

1½Tbsp.sugar

1½Tbsp.shortening

1⅓tsp.salt

1½cupshot(120-130°)water

5-6cupsflour


½tsp.salt

½tsp.parsley


¼tsp.pepper

2cupstomatosauce

1½tsp.sugar

1½tsp.Italianseasoning

1½tsp.parsley

1½tsp.driedbasil

½tsp.garlicpowder

¼tsp.pepper

ATip—

Alwayschecktwicethatyouhavetherightingredients—andtherightamount—beforeyoutossthemintothemix.Itcanbehardtofixan“oops.”

1.Inasmallbowldissolveyeastand½tsp.sugarin⅜cupwater.

2.Inalargebowl,combine1½Tbsp.sugar,shortening,saltandhotwater.Addyeastmixture.

3.Stirinflour.Kneadfor10minutes,oruntilsmoothandelastic.Placeingreasedbowl,turningonce.

4.Letrisetodouble.Punchdownandletrest10minutes.

5.Rolldoughintoa14”-widestrip,¼”thick.

6.Inasmallbowl,mixcheesewithsalt,parsley,Italianseasoning,and¼tsp.pepper.Sprinkleoverdough.Pressslightlyintodough.

7.Rollupdoughbeginningwithanarrowend,likeajellyroll.Cutrollinto1”-thickslices.

8.Grease2bakingsheets,orlinewithbakerspaper.Placeroll-upsonbakingsheets,cut-sideup,andletstand10-20minutes.


10.Mixtomatosauceandtheseasoningsandherbsinasaucepan.Heat.Serveroll-upswithsmallbowlsofsaucefordunking.

Tips:Youcanaddchoppedpepperoniwiththecheeseandseasonings(Step6)ifyouwish.

MexicanPizzaErmaMartin

EastEarl,PA

RuthAnnBender

Cochranville,PA

Makes12-16servings



28-oz.tubesrefrigeratedcrescentrolls

8-oz.packagecreamcheese,softened

1cupsourcream

1lb.groundbeef

1envelopedrytacoseasoningmix

2.25-oz.canslicedripeolives,drained

1mediumtomato,chopped

¾cupshreddedcheddarcheese

¾cupshreddedmozzarellacheese

1cupshreddedlettuce

1.Flattencrescentrollsontoanungreased10x15bakingpan.Sealtheseams.

2.Bakeat375°for8-10minutes.Cool.

3.Meanwhile,combinecreamcheeseandsourcream.Spreadoncooledcrust.

4.Brownbeefinaskillet.Drainoffdrippings.Stirintacoseasoning.Addwateraccordingtoseasoningpackagedirections.Simmerfor5minutes.

5.Spreadmeatovercreamcheeselayer.

6.Layerolives,tomato,cheeses,andlettuce,overtop.

7.Cutintoservingsizepieces.Refrigerateorserveimmediately.

Variations:

1.Add¼cupchoppedonionsand½cupchoppedgreenpeppertothetoppingsinStep6.

2.ReplacetacoseasoningandwaterinStep4with1mincedgarlicclove,¼cupchoppedgreenchilies,¼tsp.driedoregano,½tsp.salt,andascant½tsp.cuminpowder.Simmerfor5minutes;thenproceedwithrestoftherecipe.

—BonitaEnsenberger

Albuquerque,NM

PizzaMuffinsJeanJohnson

Dallas,OR

Makes2quartsofpizzamix

PrepTime:30minutes


1lb.salami,ground

10ozs.mildColbycheese,grated

10ozs.sharpcheddarcheese,grated

24-oz.cansmushrooms,stemsandpieces,drained

4.5-oz.canchoppedblackolives,drained


2Tbsp.driedoregano

Englishmuffins

1.CombineallingredientsexceptEnglishmuffinsinalargebowl.

2.Whenreadytoserve,splitEnglishmuffinsandspreadabout3Tbsp.oneachhalf.Broiluntilbubblyandcheeseismelted.

Tips:

1.Thisrefrigerateswellandisgreattohaveonhandforhungrykidsordrop-inguests.

2.Othermeat,likefullycookedhamorpepperoni,canbesubstitutedforthesalami.

ChickenFajitaPizzaAnnHenderson

Cincinnati,OH

Makes6-8servings



1Tbsp.oil

1smallbonelessskinlesschickenbreast,about¾lb.,cutinto2”x½”strips

1clovegarlic,pressed,or½tsp.garlicpowder

1-2tsp.chilipowder,accordingtoyourtastepreference

½tsp.salt

1cuponions,thinlysliced

1cupcombinationofgreen,red,andorangepepperslices

10-oz.pkg.refrigeratedpizzacrust

cornmeal

½cupsalsaorpicantesauce

2cupsshreddedMontereyJackcheese

1.Heatoilinskillet.Addchickenstripsandstir-fryjustuntillightlybrowned.

2.Stiringarlic,chilipowder,andsalt.Addonionsandpeppersandcookfor1minuteuntiltender-crisp.

3.Unrolldoughandrollontocornmeal-coveredpizzastone.Par-bakedoughat425°for8-10minutes.

4.Spoonchickenandvegetablemixtureontocrust.Coverwithsalsaandcheese.

5.Bakeat425°foraboutmore5minutes,oruntilcrustisbrowning.

PastaPizzaProntoShariJensen

Fountain,CO

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


Crust:

2cupsuncookedmacaronis

3eggs

⅓cupfinelychoppedonions


Topping:

1½cupspreparedpizzaorpastasauce

3-oz.pkg.slicedpepperoni

2.25-oz.canslicedolives,drained

1cuptoppings:mixormatchslicedmushrooms,dicedcookedhamorchicken,dicedbellpeppers

1½cupsshreddedmozzarellacheese

1.Inasaucepan,cookmacaronisaccordingtopackagedirections.Drainwell.

2.Inalargebowl,beateggs.Stirinonions,cheddarcheese,andcookedmacaronis.

3.Spreadpastamixtureevenlyongenerouslygreased14-16”pizzapan.

4.Bakeat375°for25minutesonlowerovenrack.Removefromoven.

5.Topwithyourfavoritepizzaorpastasauce.Spreadtowithin½”ofedge,usingthebackofaspoon.

6.Topevenlywithpepperoni,olives,and1cupoftheothertoppings.

7.Finishbysprinklingwithmozzarellacheese.

8.Returntoovenandbake12-15minuteslonger,untilcheeseisbubbly.

9.Removefromovenandslicewithpizzacutterinto6-8slices.Servewarm.

Tips:

1.Don’toverloadwithtoppings.Staywithinthe1-cupsuggestion.

2.Usingthelowershelfofovenwillcrispthecrust.Ifnotavailableinyouroven,themiddleshelfisokay.

3.Keeppastapiecestouchingeachother.Nogaps.

ATip—

Sprinklecornmealonapizzapanbeforerollingoutthepizzacrust.Itgivesthecrustabitofapan-pizzataste.

Flanksteaksbenefitbymarinatingfor2-24hours(orovernight)inaflavorfulsaucebeforebeingputonthegrill.Theirflavorisenhanced;theirtextureisimproved.

Hereare5marinaderecipes,eachtoservewith2lbs.flanksteak,enoughfor6-8servings.Choosetheonethatsuitsyourfancyandthatmatchestheingredientsyouhaveonhand.

Theprocedureisthesameforeach:Mixthemarinadeingredientsthoroughlyinalongshallowcontainer.Addthemeatandsubmergeitaswellasyoucaninthemarinade.Coverthecontainerandrefrigerateitfor2-24hours(orovernight).Ifyou’rehomeandavailabletodoso,flipthemeatseveraltimesasitmarinatestoallowthewholepiecetohavecontactwiththesauce.

Whenyou’rereadytogrill,removethesteakfromthesauceandgrilloverhotcoals,from5-10minutesoneachside,dependingonhowwelldoneyoulikethemeat.Bastefrequentlywhilethemeatiscooking.

Whenfinishedgrilling,allowtostandfor10minutes.Thensliceasthinaspossible—acrossthegrain.

TeriyakiFlankSteakMarinadeMarshaSabus

Fallbrook,CA

¾cupoil

2Tbsp.choppedgreenonions

¼cupsoysauce

¼cuphoney

1clovegarlic,chopped

2Tbsp.cidervinegar

1½tsp.groundginger

CarneAsadaJudyGonzalez

Fishers,IN

½cupoliveoil

½cupredwinevinegar

½cuplemonjuice

1Tbsp.salt

1tsp.cumin

1tsp.garlicsalt

1tsp.chilipowder

1tsp.driedoregano

MarinatedFlankSteakDorothyReise

SevernaPark,MD

¼cupsoysauce

¼cupdrysherry

¼cupoliveoil

2tsp.groundginger

1clovegarlic,crushed

1tsp.sugar

GrilledFlankSteakJoyceParker

NorthPlainfield,NJ

1tsp.salt

halfanonionchoppedorgrated

½tsp.pepper

2Tbsp.winevinegar

1tsp.driedbasil

3Tbsp.oliveoil

1tsp.driedrosemary

1tsp.mincedgarlic

Steak,Pork,orVenisonMarinadeDawnRanck,Lansdale,PA

2tsp.onionsalt

2tsp.celerysalt

2tsp.garlicsalt

1tsp.drymustard

1tsp.pepper

⅜cupcidervinegar

¾cupoliveoil

Tips:

1.Youcanusethismarinadeforchicken,too,butthenmarinatethemeatforonly1-2hours.

2.ThisisoneofthemostflavorfulmarinadesI’veevereaten.Iuseittomarinateshishkabobsthatincludeanyorallofthese:beef,pork,chicken,onion,squash,zucchini,pepper,freshpineapple,andmushrooms.

GrilledTenderloinofPorkJoyceParker

NorthPlainfield,NJ

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:15minutes


GrillingTime:20-30minutes

1-2lbs.porktenderloin

Marinade:

¾cupsoysauce

¼cupoliveoil

¼cupsherryorcookingwine

¾cuporangejuice

1-2Tbsp.mincedgarlic

1Tbsp.freshginger,grated,or¼tsp.groundginger

1bunchscallions,sliced,orgreenonions,grated

1.Inabowl,mixallmarinadeingredientstogether.

2.Marinateporkforatleast3-8hoursorovernight.

3.Grill10-15minutesoneachside.

4.Slicethinandserve.

Tip:Manygrocerystoressellmincedorgratedfreshginger.Ifyouwanttobuyfreshgingerrootintheproducedepartment,gratewhatyouneedandfreezetherestuntilyouneeditagain.

ZestyGrilledHamPatBechtel

Dillsburg,PA

JenelleMiller

Marion,SD

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:10minutes

GrillingTime:20minutes

21”-thick,fullycookedcenter-cuthamslices(about3½lbs.total)

1cupbrownsugar,packed

⅓cuphorseradish

¼cuplemonjuice

1.Scorebothsidesofhamslices¼”deepindiamondpattern.

2.Insmallsaucepan,combineremainingingredients.Heattoboiling,stir,andcontinuetoboilfor1minute.

3.Grillhamovermediumheatforabout10minutesoneachside,bastingfrequentlywithsugar-horseradishmixture.

Tip:Whenbringingasugarmixturetoaboil,watchitcarefully.Itwilltendtoboiloverquickly,resultinginaverymessystove!

GrilledHamSauceYvonneKauffmanBoettger

Harrisonburg,VA

Makesabout⅓cupsauce

PrepTime:5minutes


2Tbsp.butter

1Tbsp.ketchup

2Tbsp.brownsugar

½tsp.Worcestershiresauce

1tsp.vinegar


1½-2lbs.hamsteak

1.Inamicrowave-safemixingbowl,meltbutterinmicrowave.

2.Addketchup,brownsugar,Worcestershiresauce,vinegar,andmustard.Mixwell.

3.Spreadontoathickhamsteakandgrilloverindirectheat15-20minutes.

MarinatedGrilledChickenStephanieO’Conner,Cheshire,CT

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes

MarinatingTime:4-8hours



½cuporangejuice

¼cupoliveoil

4-6medium-sizedgarliccloves,finelychopped

6-8branchesfreshrosemary,washed,or1Tbsp.driedrosemary,orlessifyoudon’tlikeastrongrosemaryflavor

10-12stemsfreshthyme,washed,or2tsp.driedthyme


1.Washandpatdrychicken.Poundto½”thickness.

2.Combinejuice,oil,garlic,rosemary,thyme,salt,andpepperinashallowglass(non-reactive)orplasticcontainer.

3.Marinatechickeninmixturefor4-8hours.

4.Grilloverlow,indirectheatforabout4minutesoneachside.Basteoccasionally.

Tips:Thisrecipeisquiteversatile.Youcanservethechickenasadinnerentreewithriceandvegetables.

Orsliceitoversalads,especiallyaCaesar.

Myfamily’sfavoriteistoserveitonfreshPortugueserollswithyummyspreadssuchasroastedredpepper,pesto,orbasilmayonnaise.Besuretoincludedelicioustoppingssuchascheddarcheese,tomatoes,lettuce,ormore.

BarbecuedChickenDawnRanck,Lansdale,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:10minutes


8legsandthighs,or8wholebreasts

½cupvinegar

½Tbsp.salt

1stick(½cup)butter

Topping:

¼cuplemonjuice

1Tbsp.brownsugar


1tsp.salt

½tsp.drymustard

1stick(½cup)butter

¾cupketchup


2Tbsp.fresh,or¾tsp.dried,lemonthyme

2Tbsp.chives,chopped

1.Inasmallsaucepan,combinevinegar,salt,and1stickbutter.Heatuntilbutterismelted.

2.Grillchicken,brushingfrequentlywithvinegarmixture,untilchickenisalmostfullycooked.

3.Inanothersaucepan,combinealltoppingingredients.Heatuntilbutterismelted.Stirtoblendwell.

4.Brushtoppingonchicken.Grill5minutes.Turnchickenover.Brushtoppingonothersideandgrillanadditional5minutes.

BarbecuedMarinatedChickenBreastsJanelleReitz

Lancaster,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:20minutes




2clovesgarlic,mincedorpressed

2tsp.gratedfreshgingerroot,or1tsp.groundginger

1tsp.pepper

1tsp.cumin

2tsp.currypowder

1tsp.driedoregano

¼cupsoysauce

¼cupoliveoil

1Tbsp.lemonjuice

8tsp.butter,optional

1.Placechickenbreastsinasinglelayerinaglassorceramicpan.

2.Inamixingbowl,combinegarlic,ginger,pepper,cumin,currypowder,andoregano.Blendinsoysauce,oil,andlemonjuice.

3.Spreadmixtureoverchickenbreasts,coatingeachpiecewell.

4.Coverandrefrigerate3-8hours,orovernight.

5.Drainmeat;thengrill5minutesoneachside,bastingfrequently.Whennearlydone,topeachpieceofmeatwithateaspoonofbutter.

Tips:

1.Thismarinadealsodressesupinexpensivecutsofsteak.

2.Thisisalonglistofingredients,butitisreallyeasytoprepare.

3.Pepperdoesnotneedtobefreshlyground.

MarinatedChickenBreastsMaryLongenecker,Bethel,PA

Makes¾-1cupmarinade,enoughfor4-12servingsofchicken

PrepTime:10minutes




1-3lbs.boneless,skinless,chickenbreasthalves

2Tbsp.oliveoil


¼cuphoney

¼cupsoysauce

1garlicclove,crushed


½tsp.pepper

1.Poundchickenbetweensheetsofplasticwrapuntilitis½”thick.Placeflattenedchickeninashallowglassorplasticbowl(s)inasinglelayer.

2.Inasmallbowl,combineoil,vinegar,honey,soysauce,garlic,parsley,andpepper.

3.Pouroverchicken.Marinadefor3-8hours.

4.Grilluntiltender,about5minutesperside.

5.Afterremovingfromgrill,allowtostandfor10minutesbeforeslicing.

6.Servewithhotvegetables,ortotopasalad,orassandwichfilling.

Sizzlin’ChickenSkewersCherylLapp,Parkesburg,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:30minutes

MarinatingTime:1½hours

GrillingorBroilingTime:12minutes

⅓cuphotwater

¼cupbarbecuesauce

¼cupcreamypeanutbutter

¼cupsoysauce

2Tbsp.honeyDijonmustard

1lb.boneless,skinlesschickenbreasts,cutintosmallpieces

1redpepper,cutintochunks

1yellowpepper,cutintochunks

215-oz.canswholepotatoes

20-oz.canpineapplechunks

1smallzucchini,cutintochunks

1.Inasmallmixingbowl,combinefirst5ingredients.Brushsmallamountontochickenpieces,enoughtocover.Letstandfor1½hours.

2.Alternatechickenandvegetablesonskewersandbrushwithremainingsauce.

3.Placeskewersonthegrillorunderthebroilerforapproximately6minutes.Turnandgrillorbroilanother6minutes.

CurriedCoconutChickenDawnRanck,Lansdale,PA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:10minutes

MarinatingTime:30minutes-6hours


8boneless,skinlesschickenthighsorbreasthalves


1Tbsp.gratedfreshginger

1onion,chopped

1handfulcilantro,chopped

3Tbsp.fishsauce

1Tbsp.garammasalamix(below)

⅓cupcoconutmilk

salttotaste

peppertotaste

bambooskewers

1.Spreadchickenthighsorbreastsflat.Thread2skewersdiagonallythrougheachthighorbreasttoformacross.Placeinbakingpanwithsides.

2.Inblender,combinegarlic,ginger,onion,cilantro,fishsauce,masalamix,andcoconutmilk.Pulseuntilsmooth.Pouroverchicken.Coverandrefrigeratefor30minutes-6hours.

3.Grillovermedium-hotcoalsfor5minutesperside,oruntilchickeniscooked(opaquewithnotraceofpink).Ordothechickeninthebroilerfor5minutesperside.

GaramMasalaMixMakes½cup

3Tbsp.cardamompods

2½Tbsp.cuminseeds

2Tbsp.corianderseeds

1½Tbsp.blackpeppercorns

1Tbsp.wholecloves

2tsp.groundcinnamon

1tsp.groundnutmeg

1.Lightlycrushcardamompods.Discardskinsandreserveseeds.

2.Placeadrycastironskilletovermediumheatfor2minutes.Addcardamomseeds,cumin,coriander,peppercorns,andcloves.Toastbyshakingthepanuntilthespicesaredarkandaromatic,about5minutes.Removespicesfrompan.Cool.

3.Crushtoastedspicestoapowder.Addcinnamonandnutmeg.

4.UsetomakeCurriedCoconutChicken(above)orrubonporkchops8hoursbeforegrilling,onchickenbreasts4hoursbeforegrilling,onshrimp2hoursbeforegrilling,oronfish30minutesbeforegrilling.

ATip—

Whencamping,alwaysprepareextrafood.You’lllikelyneedsixservingstofeedfourravenouscampers!

ZestyGrilledFishJulieMcKenzie

Punxsutawney,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:5minutes



2lbs.freshfishsteaksorthickfillets

¼cupsoysauce

¼cuporangejuice

2Tbsp.ketchup

2Tbsp.vegetableoil

1Tbsp.lemonjuice

½tsp.driedoregano

½tsp.pepper

1garlicclove,finelychopped

1.Arrangefishinasinglelayerinaglassorplasticdish.Inasmallbowl,combineremainingingredientsandpouroverfish.Marinate1-2hours.

2.Grillfishoverahotfire,usingfoilwithholespunchedinit,orafishbasket.Cookapproximately6minutesonfirstside;thenturnoverandcookanother4-5minutes,checkingtoseeiffishflakeseasily.Donotovercook!

Note:Youcanbastethefishwiththemarinadewhilegrillingthefirstside,ifyouwish.

GrilledBarbecuedShrimpDeniseMartin

Lancaster,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes




½cupoliveoil

1tsp.seasoningsalt

½tsp.Tabascosauce


2Tbsp.lemonjuice

1tsp.driedoregano

¼cupketchup

2lbs.largerawshrimp,peeledanddeveined

1.Combineallingredientsexceptrawshrimp.Blendwell.

2.Addshrimptomarinade.Coverandletstand1-2hoursintherefrigerator.

3.Togrill,placeshrimponascreenorgratewithsmallholes.Grillabout3minutespersideovermediumheat,oruntilshrimparebrightpink,bastingoften.

Tip:Youcanalsobroiltheshrimp,followingthedirectionsabove.

ATip—

Besuretopreheatthegrill.

SweetBourbonSalmonBarbaraWalker

Sturgis,SD

Makes2largeservings

PrepTime:10minutes



¼cuppineapplejuice

2Tbsp.soysauce

2Tbsp.brownsugar

1tsp.bourbon

¼tsp.crackedblackpepper

⅛tsp.garlicpowder

½cupvegetableoil

28-oz.freshsalmonfillets

2tsp.snippedfreshchives

1.Inasmallbowl,combinepineapplejuice,soysauce,brownsugar,bourbon,pepper,andgarlicpowder.Stiruntilsugarisdissolved.Stirinoil.

2.Removeskinfromsalmon.Placeinshallowdish.Pourmarinadeoversalmon.Cover.Refrigeratefor1-3hours.

3.Grill5-7minutesperside,oruntilsalmonflakeseasily.Brushwithmarinadeasyougrillthesalmon.

4.Sprinklewithchivesbeforeserving.

GrilledOnionsCricketTurley

DodgeCity,KS

Makes1onionperserving



medium-sizedonions

seasoningsalt

butter,optional

1.Soakwholeonionsinwaterfor5-10minutes.Donotpeel.

2.Placeonlowerrackofgrillwhileitiswarmingup.Moveonionstotoprackwhenyou’rereadytogrillthemeat.Onionsaredonewhentheyaresoftwhensqueezed.

3.Cutofftherootendofeachandsqueezetheonionoutintoaservingbowl.

4.Cutonionsintoquartersandsprinklewithseasoningsalt.

5.Ifyouwish,addasmallamountofbutter,totheonionsandstirtomelt.

GrilledVeggiesTimSmith

Rutledge,PA

Makes4-6servings



2largepotatoes

1mediumzucchini

1mediumyellowsquash

1smallredonion

1smallwhiteonion

2Tbsp.crushedgarlic

1tsp.pepper

½tsp.whitepepper

1Tbsp.freshbasilleaves

3Tbsp.oil

1.Slicepotatoespaper-thin.

2.Slicezucchiniandsquash¼”thick.

3.Sliceonions.

4.Combineallingredientsinalargemixingbowl.

5.Cutapieceofheavy-dutyfoillargeenoughtoholdallingredients.Spoonvegetablesintocenteroffoil.Closetightly.

6.Placeonpreheatedgrill.Grillovermediumheatfor20-40minutes,turningevery5minutes.Openandjagpotatoesafter20minutestoseeifthevegetablesaredonetoyourliking.Closeupandcontinuegrillingifyouwantthemmoretender,checkingagainafter10minutes.Continueuntiltheyareastenderasyouwantthem.

GrilledAppleCrispCharlotteShaffer

EastEarl,PA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:30minutes


10cupsthinlyslicedapples(about8medium-sized)

1cupdryold-fashionedoats

1cuppackedbrownsugar

¼cupflour

3tsp.cinnamon

1tsp.nutmeg

halfastick(¼cup)butter,cold

1.Spreadappleslicesoveradoublethicknessofheavydutyfoil,approximately12x24”insize.

2.Insmallbowl,combineoats,brownsugar,flour,cinnamon,andnutmeg.Cutinbutteruntilmixtureiscrumbly.Sprinkleoverapples.

3.Foldfoilaroundapplemixtureandsealtightly.

4.Grillovermediumheatfor20-25minutes,oruntilapplesaretender.

Tip:Putthispackageofapplesonthegrillafteryou’vefinishedgrillingyourmeat.Theappleswillbakewhileyoueatyourmaincourseandbereadyintimefordessert.

GrilledPeachMelbaStacySchmuckerStoltzfus

Enola,PA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:10minutes


4large,unpeeledpeachesornectarines

2tsp.sugar

2cupsredraspberries,freshorfrozen

sugar,optional

vanillaicecream

1.Halveandpitpeachesornectarines.

2.Pressfreshorthawedraspberriesthroughsieve.Savejuiceanddiscardseeds.Sweetentotastewithsugar,ifneeded.

3.Grillunpeeledpeachescut-sidedownforapproximately2minutes.Turnpeachesover.Withcut-sideup,filleachcavitywith½tsp.sugar,andcontinuegrillinguntilgrillmarksappearonskins.

4.Serveimmediatelywithascoopofvanillaicecreamanddrizzlewiththeraspberrysauce.

GrilledPizzaRobinSchrock

Millersburg,OH

Makes412”pizzas

PrepTime:30minutes

Rising/RestingTime:2½hours


1cupwarmwater(110-115°)

1Tbsp.sugar

1pkg.(¼oz.)activedryyeast,or2¼tsp.granularyeast

3¼cupsflour

1Tbsp.salt

2Tbsp.oliveoil

pizzasauce

gratedcheese

toppingsofyourchoice

1.Inamedium-sizedbowl,mixwater,sugar,andyeasttogether.Letstanduntilfoamy,about5minutes.

2.Inlargemixingbowl,combineflourandsalt.Addoiltoyeastmixture;thenaddyeastmixturetoflourmixture.

3.Mixuntilstiff.Turnontoflouredsurfaceandkneadabout10minutes.

4.Placedoughinlightlyoiledbowlandletriseinawarmplaceuntildoubled,about2hours.

5.Punchdownandletrest30minutes.

6.Meanwhile,preparethegrillwithahotfire.

7.Dividedoughinto4ballsandrolleachintoa12”-widecircle.

8.Transferdoughcirclestothehottestpartofthegrill.Closelidandcook2-3minutes.

9.Usetongstoflipcrustsoverandmovetothecoolestsideofthegrill.Brushcrustswitholiveoil.Closegrillliduntilcrustisdone,about2-3minutes.

10.Removecrustsandtopwithpizzasauceandyourchoiceoftoppings—cheese,rawvegetablepieces,slicedsausageorpepperoni,etc.

11.Returnpizzastogrill.Placeovermediumheatandcloselidongrill.Heatthroughuntilcheesemelts.

12.Servehotfromthegrill.

ATip—

Whenyoutryanewrecipe,writeontherecipethedateonwhichyoutriedit.Noteifyoulikedit,howyouwouldchangeit,andwhetherit’sworthrepeating.

Belovedrecipesnotonlyendure,theyalsooftenprovetobeamazinglyadaptable.OnesuchisaVegetableAuGratinrecipe.

Atitssturdyheartaretheingredientsandvariationslistedbelow.

Followingthebaserecipeareseveralvegetableswhichmanycooksloveandoftenmakeasaugratindishes.Tryoneoftheseprovencombinations,orfindyourownfavoritewayofdepartingfromthem!

ATip—

TocookspinachorSwisschard,heat2Tbsp.butteroroliveoilinalargeskilletorstockpot.Sauté2Tbsp.onionsinthebutter.Fillthepanwithwashedleaveswithalotofwaterhangingonthem.Coverwithatight-fittinglid.Steamslowlyforonlyafewminutes.Theready-to-eatvegetableswillstaygreenandhavenoexcesswater.

VegetableAuGratinBase3Tbsp.butter

½cupchoppedonions

10.75-oz.cancreamofmushroom,celery,orchickensoup*

½lb.cheddarcheese,grated

1.Meltbutterinmedium-sizedsaucepan.Stirinonionsandsautéuntiljustsoftened.Removefromheat.

2.Blendinsoup.

3.Stirincheese.

4.Stirinvegetableofyourchoiceandseasonings.

*Insteadofusingacannedcreamsoup,youcanmakeyourowncreambase.Melt4½Tbsp.butterinamedium-sizedsaucepan.Blendin4½Tbsp.flour.Overmediumheat,whiskin1½cupsmilk.Stircontinuallyuntilsaucebecomessmoothandthickens.(UsethisinplaceofStep2above.)

VegetableAuGratinToppings—chooseone!1.2cupsbuttercrackers,crushed,mixedwith4Tbsp.meltedbutter

2.3cupsstuffingmix,mixedwith⅓cupmeltedbutter

3.2cupsbreadcrumbs,freshordry,mixedwith4Tbsp.meltedbutterVegetables

AsparagusAuGratinBakeDorothyShank

Sterling,IL

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


2cupsfreshasparagus,chopped,ora16-oz.canofasparagus,drained

2hard-cookedeggs,chopped

½cupsliveredalmonds

augratinbase(page151)

augratintopping,yourchoice(page151)

1.Combineasparagus,eggs,almonds,andaugratinbaseinagreased8x8bakingdish.

2.Sprinklewithyourchoiceoftopping.


CarrotCasseroleOrphaHerr

Andover,NY

Makes8servings

PrepTime:40minutes


4cupsslicedcarrots


½tsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

augratintopping,yourchoice(page151)

1.Inmedium-sizedsaucepan,cookcarrotsandonionsuntilcrispysoft.

2.Addaugratinbaseandseasoningstovegetables.

3.Pourintoagreased3-qt.casseroledish.

4.Spreadyourchoiceoftoppingsovervegetables.

5.Bake,uncovered,at350°for20minutes.

BroccoliStuffingChristineHeuser

Farmingdale,NJ

Makes5-6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


16-oz.pkg.frozenchoppedbroccoli

3Tbsp.chickenbouillongranules


augratintopping,variation#2(page151)

½cupwater

1.Cookbroccoliuntiljusttender.Drainandsetaside.

2.Inmixingbowl,stirbouillongranulesintoaugratinbase.

3.Spoonbroccoliintobowlandmixbaseandbroccolitogether.

4.Pourintoagreased1½-2-qt.casseroledish.

5.Placetoppinginthemixingbowl.Stirinwater.Mixwellandspoonoverbroccoli.


ZucchiniCasseroleClaraYoderByler

Hartville,OH

Makes10servings

PrepTime:15minutes


5-6cupsgratedzucchini

½cupchoppedonions

1½Tbsp.butter


1cupsourcream

1cupshreddedcarrots

augratintopping,variation#2(page151)

1.Inlargeskillet,sautézucchiniandonionsin1½Tbsp.butteruntiljusttender.Drain.

2.Inamixingbowl,combinesoup,sourcream,andcarrots.Foldinzucchini.

3.Prepareaugratintopping,variation#2.

4.Placehalfofaugratintoppinginagreased9x13bakingpan.Pourinzucchinimixture.Topwithremainingaugratintopping.


SurfsideSummerSquashGinnyCutler,Westminster,MD

Makes6-8servings



5medium-sizedsummersquash

2eggs,beaten

½cupmilk


½lb.cheddarorMontereyJack,cheese,grated

1tomato,chopped

½stick(4Tbsp.)butter,cutinpieces

Parmesancheese

Italianbreadcrumbs

1.Cutuporslicesquash.Steamormicrowaveuntiljusttender.Drainandsetaside.

2.Inamixingbowl,beattogethereggsandmilk.Addonion,cheese,andtomato.

3.Addsquashtoegg/cheesemixture.

4.Pourintoagreased9x13bakingdish.Addcut-upbutterandstir.

5.SprinklewithParmesancheeseandbreadcrumbsuntilwellcovered.


ATip—

LeftovercornfromapreviousmealmakesagreatadditiontoaMexicandishorsalsa.

CheesySpinachorBroccoliCasseroleChristieDetamore-

Hunsberger

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:20minutes



3eggs

2Tbsp.flour

10-oz.pkg.choppedspinachorbroccoli,thawed

4ozs.cottagecheese

1½cups(6ozs.)cheddarcheese,grated

1-1½tsp.driedoregano,accordingtoyourtastepreference

¾tsp.driedbasil

⅛tsp.pepper

2Tbsp.butterbreadcrumbs

Parmesancheese

1.Inalargemixingbowl,beateggsandflouruntilsmooth.

2.Ifyou’reusingspinach,squeezeitdry.Thenadditandthecottageandcheddarcheeses,oregano,basil,andpeppertotheeggmixture.Stir.

3.Meltbutterina9x9glassbakingdish.Pourmixtureintodish.SprinklewithbreadcrumbsandParmesancheese.

4.Bakeuncoveredat375°for30minutes.Letstand10minutesbeforeserving.

SpinachQuicheMaryJaneHoober

Shipshewana,IN

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:20minutes


½lb.bacon

1cup(8ozs.)sourcream

3eggs,separated

2Tbsp.flour

⅛tsp.pepper


½cupshreddedsharpcheddarcheese

½cupdrybreadcrumbs

1Tbsp.butter,melted

1.Frybacon.Whencrisp,drain.Thencrumbleandsetaside.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,combinesourcream,eggyolks,flour,andpepper.

3.Inaseparatebowl,beateggwhitesuntilstiffpeaksform.Gentlystirone-fourthofeggwhitesintosourcreammixture.Whenwellblended,foldinremainingeggwhites.

4.Inagreasedround2-qt.bakingdish,layerspinach,sour-creammixture,cheese,andbaconincasseroledish.

6.Combinebreadcrumbsandbutter.Sprinkleoverbacon.

7.Bake,uncovered,at350°for30-35minutes,oruntilaknifeinsertedinthecentercomesoutclean.

Stir-FriedBroccoliVickiDinkel

SharonSprings,KS

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1onion,diced

1Tbsp.oil

1lb.broccoli,cutinpieces,freshorfrozen

½cupchickenbroth

1tsp.cornstarch

2Tbsp.soysauce

1tsp.sugar

1.Brownonioninoilinalargeskillet.Addbroccoli.Stir-fry3minutes.

2.Inasmallbowl,combinechickenbroth,cornstarch,soysauce,andsugar.Addtobroccoli.Cook1-2minutesuntilsauceclears.

3.Serveovercookedrice.

Variations:

1.Replacehalfofbroccoliwithcaulifloweroranyothervegetableofyourchoice.

2.AddstripsofbonelessskinlesschickenbreaststoStep1.

BakedCabbageKarenGingrich

NewHolland,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


1medium-sizedheadofcabbagewater

½tsp.salt

1½cupshotmilk

1Tbsp.flour

1tsp.salt

½tsp.pepper

2Tbsp.butter

½–1cupgratedsharpcheddarcheese

1.Cutcabbageinwedges¾”thick.Cook,covered,inasaucepanin½”water,sprinkledwith½tsp.salt,for10minutes.Drainandplacecabbageinagreased2-qt.bakingcasserole.

2.Whilecabbageiscooking(Step1),warmmilkinasmallsaucepanuntilitformsaskinbutdoesnotboil.

3.Sprinklecabbagewithflour,1tsp.salt,andpepper.

4.Pourhotmilkover,beingcarefulnottowashofftheflourandseasonings.Dotwithbutter.Topwithgratedcheese.


CheesyCauliflowerJoanErwin

Sparks,NV

Makes4-5servings



1headofcauliflower

1Tbsp.water

1cupmayonnaise


½cupchoppedgreenorredonions

1cupshreddedMontereyJackandcheddarcheeses,combined,oroneofthetwo

1.Placewholecauliflowerheadinmicrowavableglassbakingdish.Addwater.Cover.Microwaveonhighfor9minutes,untilcrisp-cooked.

2.Meanwhile,combinemayonnaise,mustard,andonionsinasmallbowl.Spreadovercookedcauliflower.Sprinklewithcheese.

3.Coverandmicrowaveonhighfor1minute,oruntilcheeseismelted.

Variation:YoumaybreakthecauliflowerintofloretsandproceedwithStep1.

ATip—

Whenchoosingcabbage,selectabrightgreenheadthatisfirmandsolid.

CarrotswithSausageandRosemaryJ.B.Miller

Indianapolis,IN

Makes12servings



3lbs.carrots,slicedcrosswise,about¼”thick

2Tbsp.extra-virginoliveoil

¾lb.sweetItaliansausage,removedfromcasing

1medium-sizedonion,finelychopped

1Tbsp.,plus1tsp.,choppedfreshrosemary,or2tsp.driedrosemary

1Tbsp.tomatopaste

½cupwater

saltandpepper

¼cupchoppedparsley

1.Inalargepot,boilcarrotsinsaltwaterovermoderatelyhighheatuntiltender,about7minutes.Donotovercook.Draincarrots.

2.Inalarge,deepskillet,heatoliveoil.Addsausageandcookovermoderateheat,breakingupthemeatwithawoodenspoonuntilnopinkremains.

3.Addonionsandrosemarytosausage.Cookovermoderatelylowheat,stirringoccasionallyuntilonionsaresoftened,about6minutes.

4.Stirincarrotsandcookuntilheatedthrough.

5.Inasmallbowl,blendtomatopastewithwater.Addtocarrots.Seasonwithsaltandpepper.

6.Removefromheatandstirinparsleyjustbeforeserving.

WeoftenservethisatThanksgiving.It’sagreatalternativetomoretraditionalvegetablesatholiday-times.

StewedTomatoesEstherJ.Mast,Lancaster,PA

Makes4-5servings

PrepTime:5minutes


2Tbsp.choppedonions

2Tbsp.freshlychoppedceleryleaves

2Tbsp.butter

2cupscanneddicedtomatoes,undrained

2Tbsp.cornstarch

4Tbsp.sugar

½tsp.salt

⅛tsp.cinnamon

1.Inalargeskilletorsaucepan,sautéonionsandceleryleavesinbutteruntilsoftbutnotbrown.

2.Addtomatoesandstirinwell.

3.Inasmallbowl,combinecornstarch,sugar,salt,andcinnamon.Pourjustenoughtomatomixtureintodrymixturetomoisten.Immediatelystirintoremainingtomatomixture.Continuecookingandstirringuntilthickened.

Tip:Ifthemixturegetstoothick,addwateruntilthetomatoesreachtheconsistencyyouwant.

Variations:

1.Stir1½tsp.preparedmustardintoStep2.

2.Butterandtoast3slicesofbread.ThencutthemintocubesandplacethemontopofthecasseroleattheendofStep

3.Slideunderbroilertobrown.—DorothyHartley

Carmichaels,PA

3.Stir1Tbsp.freshbasil,chopped,or¾tsp.driedbasil,intoStep2.

4.Ifyouadd#2Variation(justabove),sprinklethebutteredtoastwithadustingofdriedoreganobeforecuttingthetoastintocubes.

—ColleenHeatwole

Burton,MI

IgotthisrecipefromtheschoolcafeteriawhereIworkedwhenoursonswereinjuniorhighschool.Itbecameafamilyfavorite—servedasasidedishtomacaroniandcheese.

—EstherJ.Mast

Lancaster,PA

ATip—

Ateaspoonortwoofbrownsugarintomatodishesenhancestheflavorandhelpstosmoothouttheacid.

Marge’sCauliflowerPatTaylor

PawPaw,WV

Makes4servings

PrepTime:30minutes


1freshheadofcauliflower

water

½cupbutter,melted

1cupdrybreadcrumbs



1.Separatecauliflowerintoflorets.Placeinmicrowavabledish.Sprinklewith1Tbsp.water.Coverandcookonhighfor3-4minutes.

2.Drainfloretsandallowtocooluntilyoucanhandlethem.

3.Placemeltedbutterinashallowdish.Mixthebreadcrumbsandseasoningtogetherinanothershallowdish.

4.Dipeachfloretintomeltedbutter,andthenintotheseasonedbreadcrumbs,rollingtocoverwell.

5.Placeingreased9x13bakingdish.Bake,uncovered,at375°for20minutes.Turnoffoven.Sprinklewithshreddedcheeseandreturntooventomelt.

GardenVegetableMedleyRuthFisher,Leicester,NY

Makes4servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1Tbsp.oliveoil

4cupszucchini,choppedinto½”pieces

1cupchoppedonions

1redorgreenpepper,chopped

2medium-sizedtomatoes,chopped

¼tsp.garlicpowder

½tsp.salt

4slicesofyourfavoritecheese

1.Heatoilinstir-frypanovermediumheat.Addzucchiniandonions.Heatuntiltender,about10minutes.

2.Addpeppersandtomatoesandstir-fryuntiljusttender.

3.Stiringarlicpowderandsalt.

4.Laycheeseovertop.Turnoffheatandletstanduntilcheeseismelted.

Variations:

1.Useonly3cupszucchiniandadd1babyeggplant,cutupinto½”pieces.

2.Substitute1-2tsp.driedItalianseasoningforgarlicpowderandsalt.

3.Insteadofslicesofcheese,sprinkleliberallywithParmesancheese.—StephanieO’Conner

Cheshire,CN

OvenRoastedVegetables&HerbsBonnieGoering

Bridgewater,VA

Makes4-5servings

PrepTime:10minutes


3potatoes,cutin1”pieces

3carrots,cutin1”pieces

2onions,cutinwedges

¼cupoliveoil

2Tbsp.mincedfresh,or¾tsp.dried,rosemary

2Tbsp.mincedfresh,or¾tsp.dried,thyme

1Tbsp.fresh,or1tsp.driedparsley

¾tsp.salt

¼tsp.freshlygroundblackpepper

½lb.freshlymushrooms,cutintohalvesorquarters

1.Combinepotatoes,carrots,andonionsinalargemixingbowl.

2.Drizzleoliveoilovervegetables.

3.Inasmallbowl,combinerosemary,thyme,parsley,salt,andpepper.Sprinkleover

vegetables.

4.Arrangevegetablesinasinglelayeronalargegreasedbakingsheet.


6.Removefromovenandstirinmushrooms.Returntoovenandcontinuebakingforanother15-30minutes,oruntilpotatoesandcarrotsaretender.

PeaswithBacon&CrispyLeeksJ.B.Miller

Indianapolis,IN

Makes12servings

PrepTime:15minutes


3largeleeks,divided

vegetableoil


6thickslicesofbacon

4freshthymesprings,or½tsp.groundthyme

1cupchickenbroth,divided

¾cuplightcreamorhalf-and-half

30ozs.frozenbabypeas,thawed

saltandpepper

1tsp.cornstarch

1Tbsp.water

1.Usingonlythewhiteandtendergreenpartoftheleeks,slicetheleekscrosswiseinto¼”thickpieces.Separateintorings.Washandpatdry.

2.Heat¼”ofoilinalargesaucepanuntilshimmering.Addallbut½cupofleeks.Cookovermoderateheat,stirringuntilgoldenbrown.

3.Usingaslottedspoon,transferleekstoapapertowel-linedplatetodrain.Discardoil.Seasonleekswithsaltandpepper.

4.Inthesamesaucepan,cookbaconuntilbrownandcrispy.Removebacon,butreserveitsdrippings.Placebacononpapertowels.Whendrained,crumble.

5.Addremaining½cupleeksandthethymetotheskillet.Cookuntilsoft.

6.Add½cupchickenbrothandcookuncovereduntilbrothisreducedbyhalf.

7.Addcream.Cookuntilthecreamybrothisreducedbyhalf.

8.Stirinpeas,crumbledbacon,andtheremaining½cupbroth.Bringtoaboil.

9.Ifusingfreshthymesprigs,discard.Seasoncookedmixturewithsaltandpepper.

10.Inasmallbowl,stircornstarchintowateruntilsmooth.Stirintohotsauce.Continuestirringuntilitthickensslightly.

11.Spoonthepeasintoaservingdishandtopwiththereservedcrispyleeksjustbeforeserving.

ATip—

Tosavepeelingtimewhenusingfreshtomatoes,dipthetomatoesintoboilingwateruntiltheirskinsbegintocrack.Thentheskinswillpeeloffeasily.

StuffedPeppersStacySchmuckerStoltzfus

Enola,PA

Makes4servings



4largebellpeppersofanycolor

½lb.groundbeef

halforawholeonion,diced

½–1cupcookedriceorcorn

¼cupcrushedsodacrackers

¾cupchoppedtomatoes


¼cupgratedcheeseofyourchoice

1.Cutpeppersinhalfthroughtheirstemends.Seedandde-vein.Incoveredpan,par-boilfor5minutesin1inchofwater.Drainandcool.

2.Inaskillet,brownmeatandonion.Drain.

3.Inamixingbowl,stirtogethermeatandonion,rice,crackers,tomatoes,salt,andpepper.

4.Placepeppersinagreased9x13pananddividethemeatmixtureamongthehalves.

5.Bake,uncovered,at350°for20minutes.Removefromovenandtopwithcheese.

6.Turnovento400°.Returnpantoovenandheatstuffedpeppersfor5moreminutes.

AuntMary’sBakedCornBeckyFrey

Lebanon,PA

DorisBeachy

Stevens,PA

CynthiaMorris

Grottoes,VA

SusieNisley

Millersburg,OH

Makes4-5servingsMakes1½-2-quartcasserole

PrepTime:15minutes

StandingTime:1hour

BakingTime:1hour

1½cupsmilk

3Tbsp.butter

3cupscreamedcorn,fresh,frozen,orcanned

3Tbsp.cornstarch

3eggs,beaten

2Tbsp.sugar

1tsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

1.Inasmallsaucepan,heatmilkuntilitformsaskinbutdoesnotboil.Stirinbutter.

2.Whilebuttermelts,mixcornandcornstarchinagood-sizedmixingbowluntilcornstarchisdissolved.Addbeateneggs,sugar,andseasonings.Mixinmilkandbutter.

3.Putinagreased1½-2-qt.bakingdish.

4.Letstandfor1hour.

5.Bake,uncovered,at350°for1hour,oruntilsetinthemiddle.

Whenmymom’scousinshadtheirannualChristmasdinneratalocalfire-hall,we

alwayshadham,candiedsweetpotatoes,andbakedcorn,amongotherthings.(Thesecondcousinsbroughtcookies,andwehadmanyvarietiestochoosefromafterthemaincourse!)

—BeckyFrey

Lebanon,PA

SquashAppleBakeLavinaHochstedler

GrandBlanc,MI

Makes8servings

PrepTime:20minutes


3Tbsp.brownsugar

⅓cuporangejuice,orapplejuice,orapplecider

4cupscubedbutternutorbuttercupsquash

salt

2apples,coredandthinlysliced

¼cupraisins

cinnamon

1Tbsp.butter

1.Combinebrownsugarandjuiceinasmallmixingbowl.Setaside.

2.Placehalfthecubedsquashinagreased2-qt.bakingdish.Sprinklewithsalt.

3.Followwithalayerofhalftheapplesandraisins.Sprinklegenerouslywithcinnamon.

4.Repeatthelayers.

5.Pourjuicemixtureoverall.Dotwithbutter.

6.Coverandbakeat350°for45-50minutes,oruntiltender.

Variation:Stir1Tbsp.orangerindintoStep1.—ChristieDetamore-

Hunsberger

Harrisonburg,VA

BakedSweetPotatoesMableHershey

Marietta,PA

Makes16-20servings

PrepTime:30minutes

BakingTime:1-1½hours

16-20medium-sizedraworangeyams,orsweetpotatoes

3-4Tbsp.butter

1½Tbsp.flour

1tsp.salt

1cuplightbrownsugar

½cupdarkcornsyrup

½cupwater

1.Inalargestockpot,boilsweetpotatoesfor10minutes,oruntiltheyslightlysoften.

2.Peelandarrangeinagreased9x13bakingdish.

3.Inasaucepan,meltbutter.Addflour,salt,brownsugar,syrup,andwater.Stiruntilwellblended.

4.Cookuntilslightlythickened.

5.Pouroversweetpotatoes.Bake,uncovered,at350°for1-1½hours,oruntilsaucecaramelizesoverpotatoes.Bastepotatoesevery10-15minuteswiththesauceduringthebakingtime.

Variations:

1.Substitute1cupapricotnectarforthewaterand3Tbsp.cornstarchfor1½Tbsp.flour.—MableHershey

Marietta,PA

2.Afterpouringsauceoverpotatoes,topthemwith8marshmallowscutintopiecesand½cupchoppednuts.Pour1cuplightcreamoverall.

—EmmaOberholtzer

Bamberg,SC

HarvestSweetPotatoBakeEllieOberholtzer

Smoketown,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:15minutes

Cooking/BakingTime:1½-2hours

6cupsmashedsweetpotatoes(3-4lbs.uncookedsweetpotatoes)

6Tbsp.meltedbutter

6eggs,beaten

2tsp.salt

1canevaporatedmilk

peeledappleslices

Crumbmixture:

6Tbsp.butter

6Tbsp.flour

¾-1cupbrownsugar

1½tsp.cardamom

⅔cuppecans,chopped

1.Placewhole,unpeeledsweetpotatoesinalargestockpot.Addseveralinchesofwater,cover,andcookovermediumheatuntilverysoft.

2.Coolthecookedpotatoesuntilyoucanhandlethem.Peel.Placeinmixerorfoodprocessorandmashuntilcreamy.

3.Addbutter,eggs,salt,andevaporatedmilk.Mixuntilthoroughlyblended.Placeinlargegreasedbakingdish.

4.Arrangeappleslicesovertoptocover.

5.Whilethepotatoesarecooking,melt6Tbsp.butterinsaucepan.Stirinremainingcrumbmixtureingredients.Sprinkleoverapplesinbakingdish.

6.Coverbakingdishandbakeat350°for1hour.

Variations:Toprepareadishwithfewercalories,substituteeggbeatersforthe6eggs,uselow-fatorfat-freeevaporatedmilk,andreducethebutterblendedintothepotatoesto3Tbsp.

SpicedSweetPotatoesJ.B.Miller

Indianapolis,IN

Makes4servings



1tsp.corianderseeds

½tsp.fennelseeds

½tsp.driedoregano

½tsp.driedhotredpepperflakes

1tsp.salt

1lb.medium-sizedsweetpotatoes

3Tbsp.vegetableoil

1.Coarselygrindallspicesincoffee/spicegrinder.(Thisyieldsapotentflavor,releasingtheoilsjustbeforethey’readdedtotheotheringredients.)Addsalt.

2.Cutpotatoeslengthwiseinto1”-widewedges.Placetheminalargemixingbowl.Tossthemwiththevegetableoilandspicemixture.

3.Whenwellcoated,placetheminasinglelayeronagreasedbakingsheet.

4.Bakeat425°for15minutes.Turnthemoverandbakeanother15minutes,oruntilsoft.Checkthepotatoesevery5minutesafteryou’veturnedthemovertobesuretheydon’tburn.

YamFriesKathyKeenerShantz

Lancaster,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


2Tbsp.oliveoil

1tsp.salt

1tsp.pepper

1tsp.curry

½tsp.hotsauce

4medium-sizedyams,slicedlikeFrenchfries

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combineoil,salt,pepper,curry,andhotsauce.

2.Stirinslicedyams.

3.Whenthoroughlycoated,spreadonlightlygreasedbakingsheet.

4.Bakeat375°for20minutes,oruntiltender.

ATip—

Yamsandsweetpotatoesarenotthesame.Yamsaremuchdrier.Likewise,therearemanyvarietiesofapples,fromverytarttoverysweet,firmtexturetosoft.Experimentwithdifferentkindstodiscoveryourfavoriteforarecipe.

BakedBeansLindaE.Wilcox

Blythewood,SC

Makes5servings


CookingTime:20minutesinmicrowave

6slicesbacon

½cupchoppedonions

311-oz.cansporkandbeans,drained

½cupbrownsugar

1apple,chopped


1½tsp.Worcestershiresauce

½cupketchup

½cupraisins

1.Sautébaconinskilletuntilbrown.Removebaconfromskillet.Drainandcrumble.(Reserve1Tbsp.drippings.)

2.Sautéonionsinbacondrippings.

3.Combineallingredientsinalargebowl.Pourintoagreased2-qt.microwavablebakingdish.

4.Cookonhighinmicrowavefor10minutes.Stir.Placeapieceofwaxedpaperontopofdishandmicrowaveanadditional10minutes.

BakedLimaBeansJeanButzer,Batavia,NY

Makes8-10servings


SoakingTime:8hours,orovernight

CookingTime:1hour,plus2hours

1lb.driedlimabeans

¾cupbrownsugar

½cupbutter,atroomtemperature

2tsp.salt

1Tbsp.driedmustard

2Tbsp.lightcornsyrup

1cupsourcream

1.Placebeansinalargesouppotandcoverwithwater.Allowtosoakfor8hours,orovernight.

2.Cookinsoakingwater,covered,untilalmosttender.Drainandrinse.

3.Inalargemixingbowl,combinecookedbeans,brownsugar,butter,salt,mustard,cornsyrup,andsourcream.Pourintoagreased2½-qt.casseroleandcover.

4.Bakeat300°for2hours,stirringseveraltimes.

5.Mixturewillbethinwhentakenfromtheoven,butitthickensasitcools.

ManyBeansCasseroleDonnaNeiter,Wausau,WI

Makes8servings

PrepTime:20minutes


½lb.bacon,diced

½lb.groundbeef

1cupchoppedonions

28-oz.canporkandbeans

15-oz.canlimabeans,drainedandrinsed

15-oz.cankidneybeans,drainedandrinsed

15-oz.canbutterbeans,drainedandrinsed

½cupbarbecuesauce

½cupketchup

½cupsugar

½cupbrownsugar


2Tbsp.molasses

1tsp.salt

½tsp.chilipowder

1.Inalargeskillet,brownbaconandbeef.Drain,retaining1Tbsp.drippings.Cookonionsindrippingsuntiljusttender.

2.Transfertoagreased2½-quartbakingdish.Addbeansandmixwell.

3.Inasmallbowl,combinebarbecuesauce,ketchup,sugar,brownsugar,mustard,molasses,salt,andchilipowder.Stircombinationintobeefandbeanmixture.

4.Coverandbakeat350°for30minutes.Uncoverandbakefor15minutes.

Variations:

1.Use1lb.bulksausageofyourpreferenceinsteadofthebaconandgroundbeef.—KarenDenney

Roswell,GA

2.Stir1or26.5-oz.cansmushroomstemsandpieces,drained,intoStep2.—RuthShank

Gridley,IL

SpicyGreenBeansMiriamKauffman

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:25minutes

CookingandBakingTime:75minutes

3cupscannedtomatoes

2Tbsp.mincedonions

2Tbsp.dicedcelery

½-1tsp.driedoregano,accordingtoyourtastepreference

½-1tsp.chilipowder,accordingtoyourtastepreference

1Tbsp.sugar

1bayleaf

dashofredpepper

½tsp.garlicsalt

⅛tsp.groundcloves

⅛tsp.pepper

2Tbsp.flour

1qt.cannedgreenbeans

½cupbutteredbreadcrumbsorgratedcheese

1.Inalargesaucepan,combineallingredientsexceptflour,beans,andbreadcrumbs.Simmer,covered,for15minutes.

2.Meanwhile,drainthebeans,reserving2Tbsp.liquid.Placethebeansinalargemixingbowl.

3.Pourthereservedbeanliquidintoasmallbowl.Mixinflourtoformapaste.

4.Addthepastetothetomatomixture.Cookuntilthickened.Pourthickenedsauceoverbeans.Stirwell.

5.Placemixtureinagreased3-qt.bakingdish.Bake,covered,at350°for45minutes.

6.Topwithbutteredcrumbsorgratedcheese.Bake,uncovered,anadditional15minutes.

ATip—

Broccolistemsareusableifyoupeelthemandcutthemintobite-sizedpieces.

SweetandSourBeetsShirleyTaylor

YubaCity,CA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


½cupsugar

1Tbsp.cornstarch

½tsp.salt

2wholecloves

½cupvinegar

315-oz.cansslicedbeets,drained

3Tbsp.orangemarmalade


1.Combinesugar,cornstarch,salt,andclovesinalargeheavysaucepan.Stirinvinegar.Cookovermediumheat,stirringconstantly,untilthickenedandbubbly.

2.Addbeetstosauce.Coverandcook15minutes.

3.Stirinmarmaladeandbutteruntilbothmelt.

AmishOnionPieKathiRogge,Alexandria,IN

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:30minutes


4thickslicesofbacon,diced

2cupschoppedonions

1cupsourcream

2eggs,lightlybeaten

1Tbsp.flour

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

9”pieshell,unbaked

carawayseeds,optional

1.Sautébaconinalargeskilletuntilevenlybrowned.Drain,butreserve2Tbsp.drippings.Crumblebaconandsetaside.

2.Sautéonionsinreservedbacondrippingsuntilclear.Returncrumbledbacontoskillet.

3.Stirinsourcream,eggs,flour,salt,andpepper.Mixwell.

4.Pourfillingintopiecrust.

5.Sprinklewithcarawayseeds,ifyouwish.

6.Bakeat425°for1hour,oruntilonionsaregoldenbrown.

ATip—

Afewdropsoflemonjuiceaddedtosimmeringricewillkeepthegrainsseparated.

Up-TownRiceJudyBuller

Bluffton,OH

Makes8servings



1½cupsuncookedwhiterice

½lb.slicedfresh,or4-oz.cansliced,mushrooms


2Tbsp.choppedonions

1stick(½cup)butter

3cupschickenbroth

1Tbsp.parsley

1.Sautérice,mushrooms,almonds,andonionsinbutterfor10-15minutesonmediumheat,stirringconstantly.Whenalmondslookslightlytoastedandricehasayellowcast,removefromheat.

2.Addbrothandparsleyandmixwell.Pourintoagreased3-qt.casseroledish.


4.Stirbeforeserving.

Variations:

1.Add½cupchoppedcelerytoStep1.

2.Insteadof3cupschickenbroth,use14-oz.canchickenbroth,⅓cupwater,and1-2Tbsp.soysauce.

—AmberSwarey

HoneaPath,SC

GreenChiliRiceJohnD.Allen

Rye,CO

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


¾-lb.blockMontereyJackcheese

3cupssourcream

24-oz.canschoppedgreenchilies,drained

3cupscookedwhiterice

salttotaste

peppertotaste


1.CutMontereyJackcheeseintostrips.

2.Inasmallbowl,combinesourcreamandchilies.

3.Seasonricewithsaltandpepper.

4.Layerone-thirdoftherice,halfthesourcreammixture,andhalfthecheesestripsintoagreasedcasseroledish.Repeatthelayers,endingwithalayerofriceontop.

5.Bake,covered,at350°for25minutes.Removecoverandtopdishwithgratedcheddarcheese.Bakeanadditional10minutes,uncovered.

Variation:Replacericewithcookedmacaronisorhominy.

SpinachPotatoesJanetDerstine

Telford,PA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:25minutes


6medium-sizedpotatoes,cookedsoft

2tsp.chives

1cupsourcream

1stick(¼lb.)butter,atroomtemperature

1cupgratedcheeseofyourchoice

¼tsp.dillweed

1-2tsp.salt,accordingtoyourtastepreference

¼tsp.pepper

10-oz.boxfrozenchoppedspinach,thawedandsqueezeddry

1.Mashallingredientstogetherexceptspinach.

2.Whenthoroughlyblended,stirinspinachuntilwelldistributed.

3.Placeingreasedcasseroledishandbakefor25minutes,uncovered,at350°.

Variation:Insteadof1cupgratedcheese,use8-oz.pkg.creamcheeseatroomtemperature.—DoyleRounds

Bridgewater,VA

PotatoesandOnionsChristieAnneDetamore-

Hunsberger

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes8-10servings


BakingTime:1hour

6largepotatoes,thicklysliced

4to6medium-sizedonions,thinlysliced

¼-½cupbutter


¼tsp.pepper

¼tsp.celeryseed

paprika

1.Coverbottomofagreased9x13glassbakingdishwithhalfthepotatoslices.Topwithhalftheonionslices.Createasecondlayerofpotatoesfollowedbyasecondlayerofonionslices.

2.Meltbutterinasmallsaucepan.Stiringarlic,pepper,andceleryseed.Pouroverpotatoesandonions.

3.Bakeat400°for40minutes,coveredwithfoil.

4.Removefromovenandsprinklewithpaprika.

5.Bakeforanadditional20minutes,uncovered.

ATip—

Prickingpotatoesalloverwithaforkbeforebakingpreventsthepotatofromexploding.

PotatoCasseroleMarilynWanner

NewHolland,PA

Makes6-8servings



6-8mediumredpotatoes,cookedanddiced

½cupsourcream

½cupRanchdressing

¼cupfriedbacon,crumbled



2cupscornflakes,crushed

¼cupbutter,melted

1.Layerpotatoesinagreased9x13bakingpan.

2.Inasmallbowl,mixtogethersourcreamandRanchdressing.Spreadoverpotatoes.

3.Sprinklewithbacon,parsley,andcheese.

4.Inthesmallbowl,mixtogethercornflakesandbutter.Topcasserolewithmixture.


Tips:Crushthecornflakesinaplasticbagforlessmess.

Don’tpeelthepotatoesifyouwanttoretaintheirbeautifulcolor.

CottagePotatoesJaniceYoskovich

Carmichaels,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:30minutes


6largepotatoes,cookedanddiced

halfanonion,diced

halfagreenpepper,diced

3slicesofbread,brokenintopieces

½lb.cheddarcheese,cubed

¾tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper


1.Inalargemixingbowl,combinepotatoes,onions,greenpepper,bread,cheese,salt,andpepper.

2.Meltbutterinasmallsaucepanandpouroverall.

3.Spoonintoa2-qt.bakingdish.

4.Bake,covered,at350°for45-60minutes.

ATip—

Asyoudice,slice,orshredrawpotatoes,putthemincoldwatertokeepthemfromturningbrown/gray.Drainthemwhenyouarereadytousethem.

CrustyTwice-BakedPotatoesAmyJensen,Fountain,CO

Makes4servings

PrepTime:10minutes


4largebakingpotatoes

½cupmeltedbutter

¾cupcornflakecrumbs

2Tbsp.sesameseeds

1tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

½tsp.garlicpowder

1.Scrubpotatoes.Prickwithaforkandbakeat425°for45minutes,oruntiltenderbutnotmushy.

2.Removefromovenandcool.Peel,keepingthepotatoeswhole.

3.Cutdeepgashes,¼”apart,crosswiseacrossthetopandalmostthroughtothebottomofeachpotato.Brushsurfaceandinsideeachgashwithmeltedbutter.

4.Combinecrumbs,seeds,salt,pepper,andgarlicpowderinamixingbowl.

5.Spooncrumbmixtureoverpotatoes,spreadingeachoneslightlysothecrumbsfallbetweenthegashes.

6.Placepotatoescut-sideupina9x13,orothershallow,bakingdish.Bakeat375°for15-20minutes,oruntilheatedthroughandbrowned.

Variation:Crumblebleucheeseoverthecrumb-toppedpotatoes,justbeforeStep6.

GoldenPotatoCasseroleAndreaIgoe

Poughkeepsie,NY

Makes8servings

PrepTime:20minutes


ChillingTime:3-4hours,orovernight

8largepotatoes

8ozs.cheddarcheese,grated

1bunchofscallions,choppedfine

1tsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

2cups(1pt.)sourcream

3-4Tbsp.milk

¾cupbreadcrumbs

4Tbsp.butter,melted

1.Boilpotatoesuntiltenderbutfirm.Chillthoroughly3-4hoursorovernight.Peelandgrate.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,stircheeseandgratedpotatoestogether.

3.Foldinscallions,salt,pepper,sourcream,andmilk.Mixwell.

4.Spreadinagreased9x13bakingdish.

5.Combinebreadcrumbsandbutter.Sprinkleoverpotatoes.


PotluckPotatoesMattieYoder,

Millersburg,OH

Makes15servings


ChillingTime:3hours

Cooking/BakingTime:1hourand45minutes

2lbs.potatoes

1½sticks(¾cup)butter,divided

1pintsourcream

2cupsVelveetacheese,cubed

1tsp.salt

1tsp.pepper


2cupscrushedcornflakes

1.Peelpotatoes.Cookinlargestockpotuntilsoft.Coolinrefrigerator.

2.Whenpotatoesarefullychilled,shredorputthroughricerintoalargemixingbowl.

3.Melt1stick(½cup)butterinalargesaucepan.Stirinsourcream,Velveeta,salt,pepper,andsoup.Heatoverlowheatuntilcheeseismelted.

4.Pourovershreddedpotatoesandmixgentlybutwell.Spoonintoa5-quartgreasedcasserole.

5.Inasaucepan,meltremaininghalfstickofbutter.Stirincrushedcornflakes.Topcasserolewithmixture.


Variation:Usecreamofcelerysoupinsteadofcreamofchickensoup.—JereZimmerman

Reinholds,PA

CrustyBakedPotatoes

AnnaStoltzfus,HoneyBrook,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1cupcrackercrumbs

½tsp.salt

1tsp.driedoregano

1tsp.seasoningsalt

1tsp.parsleyflakes

4Tbsp.butter,melted

4medium-sizedpotatoes,sliced

1.Inashallowbowl,addseasoningstocrackercrumbs.

2.Placemeltedbutterinanothershallowbowl.

3.Dippotatoslicesinbutter.Thendredgeincrackercrumbs.

4.Whencoated,placeslicesinagreasedbakingdish.


ATip—

Add½tsp.bakingpowdertoevery2cupsofpotatoestomash.Sprinkleitintothepotatoesbeforeaddingmilk.Thishelpstokeepthemwhiteandnotstiffenup.

Oven-FriedPotatoesRobinSchrock,Millersburg,OH

Makes8servings

PrepTime:10minutes

BakingTime:1hour

4largebakingpotatoes,unpeeled

⅓cupvegetableoil

2Tbsp.Parmesancheese

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.garlicpowder

¼tsp.paprika

⅛tsp.pepper

1.Cuteachpotatolengthwiseinto6wedges.

2.Placewedgesskin-sidedowninagreased9x13bakingdish.

3.Inamixingbowl,combineoil,cheese,salt,garlicpowder,paprika,andpepper.Brushoverpotatoes.

Or,mixallingredientsexceptthepotatoesinalargemixingbowl.Whenthoroughlyblended,stirinpotatowedges.Stiruntilthey’rewellcovered.Thenplaceinasinglelayerinthebakingdish.


Variation:Tocreateacrustierfinishonthepotatoes,add3Tbsp.flourtoStep3.AndincreasetheParmesancheeseto⅓cup.

—JereZimmerman

Reinholds,PA

—JenaHammond

TraverseCity,MI

—SaraWilson

Blairstown,MO

CornBreadStuffingJaniceMuller

Derwood,MD

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1cupchoppedonions

1cupchoppedcelery

1stick(½cup)butter

8-oz.pkg.cornbreadstuffing

16-oz.jarapplesauce

½tsp.driedthyme

½tsp.driedmarjoram

½tsp.poultryseasoning

¼tsp.lemon-pepper

⅓cupboilingwater

1.Inalargeskillet,sautéonionsandceleryinbutteruntilsoft.

2.Addstuffingmix,applesauce,herbs,andseasoning,andboilingwater.Tossuntilevenlymoist.

3.Stuffturkey,orifbakingseparately,spoonintoabuttered1-qt.bakingdish.

4.Coverwithfoil.Putina325°ovenduringthelast30minutesthatyourturkeyisbaking.Orbakeat325°for30minutesonitsown.

PotatoFillingJoanneE.Martin

Stevens,PA

Makes6-8servings



2lbs.potatoes


½cupfinelychoppedcelery

1½sticks(¾cup)butter

4cupsbreadcubes

2tsp.salt

½tsp.pepper

1Tbsp.parsley

2eggs,beaten

1cupmilk

1.Peelpotatoesandcutintoquarters.Cookinseveralinchesofwater,covered.When

verysoft,mashpotatoes.(You’llneed4cupsmashedforthisdish.Ifyou’vegotmore,savethemforanotherdish!)

2.Meanwhile,inaskillet,sautéonionsandceleryinbuttertillsoft.

3.Inalargemixingbowl,mixbreadcubes,salt,pepper,parsley,eggs,milk,sautéedvegetables,andmashedpotatoestogetheruntilwellblended.

4.Pourintoagreasedbakingdish.Bake,uncovered,at350°for1hour.

FestiveTossedSaladCherylA.Lapp

Parkesburg,PA

YvonneKauffmanBoettger

Harrisonburg,VA

SallyHolzem

Schofield,WI

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:30minutes

½cupsugar

⅓cupciderorredwinevinegar

2Tbsp.lemonjuice

2Tbsp.finelychoppedonions

½tsp.salt

⅔cupoliveoil

2tsp.poppyseeds

10cupstornromainelettuce

1cupshreddedSwisscheese

1medium-sizedapple,coredandcubed

1medium-sizedpear,coredandcubed

¼cupdriedcranberries

½cupchoppedcashews

1.Inablender,combinefirst5ingredientsuntilwellblended.

2.Withablenderrunning,graduallyaddoil.Addpoppyseedsandblend.

3.Insaladbowl,combinelettuce,cheese,apple,pear,andcranberries.

4.Justbeforeserving,drizzlesaladwithdesiredamountofdressing.(You’llhavemoredressingthanyouneed,sosavewhat’sleftforafuturesalad.)Addcashewsandtosstocoat.

Variation:Add1tsp.DijonmustardtothedressinginStep1.—JenniferEberly

Harrisonburg,VA

ATip—

Ifyou’redelayedintossingasalad,youcankeepthegreensfreshunderadrapeofpapertowels,wrungoutoficewater.

DriedCherrySaladStacySchmuckerStoltzfus

Enola,PA

Makes12servings

PrepTime:20minutes


halfaheadofromainelettuce,chopped

halfaheadofredleaflettuce,chopped

halfalargeredonion,sliced

1cupdriedcherries

1cupfetacheese

⅓cupsugar

1cuppecanhalves

RaspberryDressing:

4Tbsp.raspberryvinegar

½tsp.Tabascosauce

½tsp.salt

4Tbsp.sugar

peppertotaste


½cupvegetableoil

1.Placelettucesinalargesaladbowl.Sprinklewithonionslices,driedcherries,andfetacheese.

2.Inskillet,overmediumheat,combine⅓cupsugarandpecans.Stirconstantlyuntilsugarmeltsandpecansarecoated.Immediatelypourpecansontowaxedpapertocool.

3.Sprinklecoolednutsoversalad.

4.Tomakedressing,combinevinegar,Tabascosauce,salt,4Tbsp.sugar,pepper,andparsleyinasmallmixingbowl.Whilewhisking,slowlypourinoiluntilemulsified.Justbeforeserving,pouroversalad.

CaesarSaladColleenHeatwole

Burton,MI

Makes8servings


8-12cupsromainelettuce,orspringmix,tornintobite-sizedpieces

⅓cupoil



½tsp.salt

¾tsp.drymustardpowder


1½–2Tbsp.freshlemonjuice

dashofpepper

¼-½cupgratedParmesancheese

2cupsCaesar-flavored,orgarlic,croutons

1.Placelettuceinalargebowl.

2.Combinenext6ingredientsinablenderorfoodprocessor.

3.Addfreshlemonjuiceandprocessuntilsmooth.

4.Justbeforeserving,tosswithlettuce.

5.Sprinklewithpepper.AddParmesancheeseandtosswell.Servecroutonsseparately.

Tips:

1.IhavemadethisonmoreSundaysthanIcancount.Ipreparethelettuce,blendthe6ingredients,andgetthehardcheesereadyformysontograte.Ialwaysusefreshlemonorfreshlime.

2.Myfamilyprefersatartdressing.Myfriendadds1Tbsp.sugar.

GreekSaladRuthFeister

Narvon,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:20minutes

headoftornromainelettuce

1medium-sizedcucumberslicedthin

2medium-sizedtomatoes,cutinpieces

halfaredonion,finelychopped

parsley

4-oz.canslicedblackolives,drained

3-4ozs.crumbledfetacheese

severalartichokehearts,quartered

Dressing:

¼cupchickenstock


2tsp.lemonjuice

1tsp.sugar

½tsp.driedbasil

½tsp.driedoregano

1.Combinedressingingredientsinajarwithatightlyfittinglid.Shakeuntilmixedwell.

2.Placelettuce,cucumber,tomatoes,onions,andparsleyinalargeservingbowl.

3.Justbeforeserving,drizzlewithdressingandtoss.

4.Topwitholives,cheese,andartichokehearts.

BibbLettucewithPecansandOrangesBettyK.Drescher

Quakertown,PA

Makes8servings


4headsBibblettuce

¾cuppecanhalves,toasted

2oranges,peeledandsliced

Dressing:

⅓cupvinegar

½cupsugar

1cupvegetableoil

½tsp.salt

halfasmallonion,chopped

1tsp.drymustard

2Tbsp.water

1.Placelettuce,pecans,andorangesinasaladbowl.

2.Combinedressingingredientsinblender.(Youcanmakethisaheadoftimeandrefrigerateit.)

3.Tossdressingwithsaladingredientsjustbeforeserving.

GrandTossedSaladKathyHertzler

Lancaster,PA

CarolStroh

Akron,NY

Makes8servings



½cupslicedalmonds

8tsp.sugar

medium-sizedheadofromainelettuce

medium-sizedheadofredorgreenleaflettuce

2greenonions,sliced

2ribsofcelery,sliced

11-oz.canmandarinoranges,drained

¼cupoil

2Tbsp.sugar

2Tbsp.whitewinevinegar

1Tbsp.snippedparsley

¼tsp.salt

Tabascosaucetotaste

1.Cookalmondsandsugaroverlowheat,stirringconstantlyuntilsugarismeltedandalmondsarecoated.Coolandbreakapart.

2.Tosstogetherlettuces,onions,celery,oranges,andsugaredalmonds.

3.Blendtogetheroil,sugar,vinegar,parsley,salt,andTabascosauce.Justbeforeserving,pouroversalad.Tosstomix.

BlueberrySpinachSaladJudiRobb

Manhattan,KS

Makes6-8servings


½cupvegetableoil

¼cupraspberryvinegar

2tsp.Dijonmustard

1tsp.-1Tbsp.sugar,accordingtoyourtastepreference

½tsp.salt

10-oz.pkg.freshtornspinach

4-oz.pkg.bleucheese,crumbled

1cupfreshblueberries

½cupchoppedpecans,tasted

1.Inajarwithatight-fittinglid,combineoil,vinegar,mustard,sugar,andsalt.Shakewell.

2.Inalargesaladbowl,tossspinach,bleucheese,blueberries,andpecans.

3.Justbeforeserving,adddressingandtossgently.

SpinachSaladwithWalnutDressingDoloresMetzler

Lewistown,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:15minutes


Dressing:

¼cupvegetableoil

1Tbsp.honey

¼tsp.salt

2Tbsp.lemonjuice

2tsp.Dijonmustard

dashofpepper

⅔cupwalnuts,chopped

2Tbsp.slicedgreenonions

Salad:

4-6cupsspinachand/orothergreens

1cupdicedSwisscheese

1cupdicedfreshfruit(apples,peaches,andpearsareallgood,dippedinlemonjuicetokeepfromdiscoloring)

1.Mixoil,honey,salt,lemonjuice,mustard,pepper,walnuts,andonionsinajarwithatight-fittinglid.

2.Coverandshakeuntilwellmixed.Thenletstandfor30minutestoenhanceflavor.

3.Mixspinach,Swisscheese,anddicedfruitinalargemixingbowl.

4.Justbeforeserving,adddressingtosaladandtosstogether.

Spinach-StrawberrySaladPatBechtel

Dillsburg,PA

SarahM.Balmer

Manheim,PA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:20minutes

12ozs.freshspinach

1qt.freshstrawberries,sliced

2Tbsp.sesameseeds

1Tbsp.poppyseeds

Dressing:

½cupvegetableoil

½cupsugar

1½tsp.gratedonion

¼tsp.Worcestershiresauce

¼tsp.paprika

¼cupcidervinegar

1.Layerspinach,strawberries,sesameseeds,andpoppyseedsinalargesaladbowl.

2.Combinethedressingingredientsinablender.Blendfor2minutes.

3.Justbeforeservingpourthedressingoverthespinachandtosslightlytocoatthespinachandberries.Thisisoneofourfavoritesalads.Imakethedressingandstoreitintherefrigerator.Then

ImaketheamountofsaladIwantandjustaddasmuchdressingasitneeds.

Variations:

1.Forthedressing,use¼cuphoney,heateduntilthin,insteadofthe½cupsugar.—EllieOberholtzer

Smoketown,PA

2.Tothesaladitself,add1cupshreddedMontereyJackcheeseand½cupchoppedwalnuts.

—TinaSnyder

Manheim,PA

SaladwithHotBaconDressingJoanneE.Martin

Stevens,PA

Makes8-10servings(2cupsdressing)

PrepTime:15minutes


6-8stripsofbacon

1½cupssugar

2eggs,beaten

⅓cupvinegar

⅔cupwater

saladgreens

gratedcarrots

hard-cookedeggs

1.Inaskillet,brownbacon.Drainoffdrippings.Crumbleandsetaside.

2.Inthesameskillet,mixsugar,beateneggs,vinegar,andwater.Bringtoboil,stirringupbrownedbacondrippings.Stirdressinguntilslightlythickened.

3.Stirinbacon.

4.Justbeforeserving,tosswarmsaladdressingwithmixtureofsaladgreens,gratedcarrots,andhard-cookedeggs.

BlackBeanTacoSaladwithLimeVinaigretteJoySutter

Perkasie,PA

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:15-20minutes(ifthechickenisalreadycooked)

Vinaigrette:

¼cupchopped,seededtomatoes

¼cupchoppedfreshcilantro

2Tbsp.oliveoil

1Tbsp.cidervinegar

1tsp.gratedlimerind

1Tbsp.freshlimejuice

¼tsp.salt

¼tsp.groundcumin

¼tsp.chilipowder

¼tsp.blackpepper

1garlicclove,peeled

Salad:

8cupsthinlyslicedlettuce

1½cupsroasted,bonelesschickenbreastpieces

1cupchoppedtomatoes

1cupdicedonions

½cupsharpcheddarcheese,grated


4cupstortillachips

1.Combinevinaigretteingredientsinablenderorfoodprocessoruntilsmooth.

2.Combinelettuce,chicken,tomatoes,onions,cheese,andblackbeansinalargebowl.

3.Addvinaigretteandtosswelltocoat.Servewithchips.

BroccoliSlawBonnieHeatwole

Springs,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:15minutes

16-oz.pkg.broccolislaw

1cupsunflowerseeds

1cupsliveredalmonds

23-oz.pkgs.chicken-flavoredRamennoodles

1cupdicedgreenonions

Dressing:

½cupoil

⅓cupwhitevinegar

½cupsugar

2seasoningpacketsfromRamennoodles

1.Combinesaladingredientsinalargebowl.

2.Shakethedressingingredientstogetherinajarwithatight-fittinglid.(Thedressingisprobablymorethanneededfortheamountofsalad,sobeginbyaddingonlyhalfofwhatyou’vemade.Addmoreifyouneedit.)Addthedressingrightbeforeserving.Tosstomix.

Variations:

1.Insteadofbroccolislaw,use10-oz.pkg.coleslawmix,6-oz.pkg.freshspinach,and2cupsshreddedlettuce.Add3Tbsp.sesameseeds,lightlytoastedtothesalad.

—SharonEshleman

Ephrata,PA

2.Insteadofbroccolislaw,use6-oz.pkg.freshspinachandhalfaheadoftornromainelettuce.Substitutewalnutsorpecansforthealmonds,ifyouwish.

—ElenaYoder

Carlsbad,NM

—ColleenHeatwole

Burton,MI

—BettyMoore

Plano,IL

—ClaraNewswanger

Gordonville,PA

—LuAnnaHochstedler

EastEarl,PA

ATip—

Forthebestflavor,toastnutsbeforeusingtheminasalad.Butwatchthemcarefullysotheydon’tburn.

BroccoliSaladSherlynHess,Millersville,PA

RuthZendt,Mifflintown,PA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:20minutes

ChillingTime:2hours

1cupraisins

2cupsboilingwater

6cupschoppedbroccolitops

⅔cupchoppedredonions

10stripsofbacon,cookedandcrumbled

¼cupshreddedcarrots

½cupsaladdressing

½cupmayonnaise

2Tbsp.vinegar

½cupsugar

1.Soakraisinsforafewminutesinboilingwater.Drain.

2.Combineplumpedraisins,broccoli,onions,bacon,andcarrots.

3.Whisktogetherremainingingredientsinaseparatebowl.Pouroverbroccolimixture.Tosstomix.

4.Refrigerateatleast2hoursbeforeserving.

Variations:

1.Add1cupgratedcheeseand/or½cupchoppedpeanutstoStep2.

—RuthZendt

Mifflintown,PA

2.Add1cupchoppedceleryand½cuphulledsunflowerseedstoStep2.—JeanButzer

Batavia,NY

Trees&SeedsSaladNanciKeatley

Salem,OR

Makes8-10servings


ChillingTime:30minutes

4cupscauliflowerflorets

3cupscut-upbroccoli

1cupdicedredonions

2pts.cherrytomatoes,halved

½-1lb.bacon,cookedanddiced,accordingtoyourpreference

3Tbsp.sesameseeds

¼cupsunflowerseeds

¼cupsliveredalmonds

Dressing:

1cupmayonnaise

½cupsugarorsugarsubstitute

3Tbsp.cidervinegar

½tsp.salt

½tsp.pepper

1.Inalargeservingbowl,combinecauliflower,broccoli,onions,tomatoes,bacon,seeds,andnuts.

2.Inaseparatebowl,mixtogethermayonnaise,sugar,vinegar,salt,andpepper.Pourovervegetables.

3.Refrigerateatleast30minutestoblendflavors.

Tip:Thisisgreattomakeahead.Mixallingredientstogetherexceptthedressing.Chill,then

addthedressinghalfanhourbeforeserving.Refrigerateuntilservingtime.

Variations:

1.Changethe“green”baseofthissaladto:3cupsshreddedcabbageorcoleslawmix;2cupsbrokencauliflower;2cupschoppedbroccoli.

—TeresaMartin

Gordonville,PA

2.Add⅓cupgratedParmesancheesetotheDressinginStep2.—PhyllisSmith

Goshen,IN

3.Add8slicedradishestoStep1.—SaraWilson

Blairstown,MO

SpringPeaSaladDottieSchmidt,KansasCity,MO

Makes4servings

PrepTime:20minutes


10-oz.pkg.frozenpeas

1cupdicedcelery

1cupchoppedfreshcauliflowerflorets

¼cupdicedgreenonions

1cupchoppedcashews

¼cupcrisp-cookedandcrumbledbacon

¼cupsourcream

½cupRanchsaladdressing

¼tsp.Dijonmustard

1smallclovegarlic,minced

1.Thawpeas.Drain.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,combinepeas,celery,cauliflower,onion,cashews,andbaconwithsourcream.

3.Inasmallbowl,mixtogetherRanchdressing,mustard,andmincedgarlic.Beginby

pouringonlyhalfthedressingoversaladmixture.Tossgently.Addmoreifneeded.(Thedressingamountisgenerous.)Chillbeforeserving.

CreamyColeslawTammyYoder

Belleville,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


halfaheadofcabbage

½cupmayonnaise

2Tbsp.vinegar

⅓cupsugar

pinchofsalt

pinchofpepper

1Tbsp.celeryseed,ortotaste

¼cupgratedcarrots

1.Shredcabbage.Placeinalargemixingbowl.

2.Mixallremainingingredientstogetherinanotherbowl.

3.Stirdressingintoshreddedcabbage,mixingwell.

4.Chillfor30minutesbeforeserving.

Variations:

1.Ifyou’reshortontime,useabagofpreparedshreddedcabbagewithcarrots.

2.Foraddedzest,stir½tsp.drymustardintothedressinginStep2.—MaricarolMagill

Freehold,NJ

CabbageSlawwithVinegarDressingBettyHostetler

Allensville,PA

Makes10-12servings



8cupsgratedcabbage

¼cupgratedcarrots

¼cupdicedcelery

¼cupchoppedredpepper

¼cupchoppedyellowpepper

⅛cupchoppedgreenpepper

1Tbsp.celeryseed

¾-1cupsugar

1tsp.salt

½cupwhitevinegar

¼cup,plus2Tbsp.,oil

1.Combinevegetables,celeryseed,sugar,andsaltinalargemixingbowl.Mixwell.

2.Inasmallsaucepan,bringvinegartoaboil.Addoil.Pourovervegetables.Mixwell.

3.Refrigeratefor3-4hoursbeforeserving.

Variations:

1.Add1medium-sizedonion,choppedtothevegetablesinStep1.

2.Reduceceleryseedto1tsp.andadd1½tsp.mustardseedand½tsp.turmeric.—EmilieKimpel

Arcadia,MI

CranberryColeslawCarolynBaer,Conrath,WI

Makes6-7servings

PrepTime:15minutes


½cupmayonnaise

2Tbsp.honey

2Tbsp.vinegar

¼cupfreshcranberries,chopped,orsnippeddriedcranberries

5cupsshreddedcabbage(1smallhead)

1.Combinemayonnaise,honey,andvinegar.Stirincranberries.

2.Placeshreddedcabbageinalargebowl.

3.Pourdressingovercabbage.Tosstocoat.

4.Coverandchillfor45minutes.

Thissaladisveryprettyforholidayparties,butitisdeliciousanytime.

Crispy,CrunchyCabbageSaladJolynNolt,Leola,PA

KarenStoltzfus,Alto,MI

AndreaO’Neil,Fairfield,CT

Makes4-5servings


1wholechickenbreast,cookedanddiced,or25-oz.canscookedchicken

2Tbsp.toastedsesameseeds

2ozs.sliveredtoastedalmonds

halfaheadofcabbage,shreddedfine

2greenonions,sliced

30-oz.pkg.chicken-flavoreddryRamennoodles

Dressing:

1pkg.Ramennoodleseasoningmix

3Tbsp.sugar

½cupvegetableoil


½tsp.salt

½tsp.pepper

1.Inalargebowl,combinechickenwithsesameseeds,almonds,cabbage,onions,anduncookednoodles,brokenapart.

2.Inaseparatebowl,mixdressingingredientstogether,stirringuntildryingredientsaredissolved.Addtosaladingredients.Tosstogethergently.

3.Coverandrefrigerateuntilservingtime.

Tip:Thissaladisalsotastywithoutthechicken.

Variation:Add1-2gratedcarrotsand½cupsunflowerseedstoStep1.—TabithaSchmidt

Baltic,OH

GreekCabbageSaladColleenHeatwole

Burton,MI

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:30minutes

ChillingTime:1hour

6-8cupsthinlyslicedcabbage


½cupthinlyslicedredonions

¾cupfetacheese,dicedorcrumbled

Dressing:

1cupapplecidervinegar

6Tbsp.oil

1tsp.drymustard

½tsp.celeryseed

1.Combinefirst4saladingredientsinalargebowl.

2.Combinedressingingredientsinablenderorfoodprocessor,orbeatwellwithawhisk.

3.Addsaladdressingtocabbagemixture.Chillinrefrigeratoratleast1hourbeforeservingtocombineflavors.

PotatoSalad

GladysShank,Harrisonburg,VA

SheilaSoldner,Lititz,PA

SueSuter,Millersville,PA

Makes8-10servings




8medium-sizedpotatoes,diced,peeledorunpeeled

1½tsp.salt

water

4hard-boiledeggs,diced

½-1cupcelery,chopped

¼-1cuponions,chopped

Dressing:

2eggs,beaten

¾cupsugar

1tsp.cornstarch

⅓cupvinegar

⅓cupmilk

3Tbsp.butter


1cupmayonnaise

1.Cookeddicedpotatoesinsaltwatertoafirmsoftness(don’tletthemgetmushy).Cool.

2.Cookeggs.Cool,peel,anddice.

3.Mixcooledpotatoesandeggswithceleryandonions.

4.Mixeggs,sugar,cornstarch,vinegarandmilkinasaucepanandcookuntilthickened.Addbutter,mustard,andmayonnaise.Cool.

5.Pourcooleddressingoverpotatoes,eggs,celery,andonions.

6.Refrigerateandchillforseveralhoursbeforeserving.

Variations:

1.Stir1tsp.celeryseedintothedressing(Step4),orsubstituteceleryseedfortheceleryifyouwish.

—RuthSchrock

Shipshewana,IN

2.Shredthepotatoesafterthey’recooked,insteadofcubingthembeforethey’recooked.Andsubstitute⅓cupsourcreamforthemilkinthedressing.

—MarthaBelle

Burkholder

Waynesboro,VA

EasyRedPotatoSaladBeckyHarder,

Monument,CO

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes



2lbs.redpotatoes

⅓cupcidervinegar

2medium-sizedribsofcelery,chopped

⅓cupslicedgreenonions,includingsomegreentops

½cupmayonnaise

½cupsourcream

1½tsp.salt

½tsp.pepper

sprinkleofpaprika

1.Placepotatoesinpotandcoverwithwater.Coverandbringtoaboiloverhighheat.Reduceheattomedium-low.Coverandsimmer10minutes,oruntilpotatoesaretenderinthecenter.Drainandcool.

2.Cutpotatoesintoquarters,oreighthsifthey’relarge.Placeinlargemixingbowl.Pourvinegaroverthemandstir.

3.Letthepotatoesstandfor30minuteswhileyoupreparetheceleryandonions.Stirthepotatoesoccasionally.

4.Mixmayonnaise,sourcream,salt,andpeppertogetherinasmallbowl.

5.Addtheceleryandonionstothepotatoes.Tossgently.

6.Stirindressingandmixtogethergently.Sprinklewithadashofpaprika.Chilluntilreadytoserve.

Variations:

1.Add3hard-cookedeggs,chopped,toStep5.

2.Use¾tsp.celeryseedinsteadofthechoppedcelery.—LoriNewswanger,

Lancaster,PA

ATip—

Marinatecarrotsticksindillpicklejuiceforasurprisingsnack.

SweetPotatoSaladJeanJohnson,Dallas,OR

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


ChillingTime:3hours

4medium-sizedsweetpotatoes

½cupmayonnaise

½cupplainyogurt

1-1½tsp.currypowder

salttotaste

2medium-sizedGrannySmithapples,chopped

2medium-sizedoranges,peeledandchopped,or211-oz.cansmandarinoranges,drained

½cupraisins

½cupchoppeddates

20-oz.canpineapplechunks,drained

1cupslicedcelery

1.Placewhole,unpeeledsweetpotatoesinasaucepan.Add2inchesofwater.Coverandcookovermedium-highheatuntiltenderinthemiddle,butnotmushy.

2.Meanwhile,combinemayonnaise,yogurt,currypowder,andsaltinalargebowl.Mix

well.

3.Whenthecookedsweetpotatoesarecoolenoughtohandle,peelthem.Thencutintochunksaboutthesizeofthepineapplechunks.Addtomayonnaisemixture.

4.Addremainingingredients.Tosswell.

5.Refrigerateatleast3hoursbeforeserving.

CreamyDillPastaSaladJanMast

Lancaster,PA

Makes10servings

PrepTime:15minutes


3cupsuncookedtri-colorspiralpasta

6-oz.canblackolives,halvedanddrained

½cupredpepper,chopped

½cupgreenpepper,chopped

½cuponions,chopped

2tomatoes,chopped

1Tbsp.dillweed

Dressing:

¾cupmayonnaise


¼cupvinegar

⅓cupsugar

1.Cookpastaaccordingtopackagedirections,beingcarefulnottoovercook.Rinseincoolwater.Drainwell.Placeinlargemixingbowl.

2.Addvegetablesanddillweedandtoss.

3.Inamixingbowl,combinemayonnaise,mustard,vinegar,andsugar.

4.Pouroverpastaandvegetablesandstirtocoat.

5.Chillandserve.

GreekOrzoSaladLavinaHochstedler

GrandBlanc,MI

Makes8servings

PrepTime:20minutes



1cupuncookedorzopasta

6tsp.oliveoil,divided

1medium-sizedredonion,finelychopped

½cupmincedfreshparsley

⅓cupcidervinegar

1½tsp.driedoregano

1tsp.salt

1tsp.sugar

1/8tsp.pepper

1largetomato,chopped

1largeredpepper,chopped

1medium-sizedcucumber,peeled,seeded,andchopped

½cupblackolives,slicedanddrained,optional

½cupcrumbledfetacheese

1.Cookpastaaccordingtodirections.Drain.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,tosscookedorzowith2tsp.oliveoil.

3.Inaseparatebowl,combinetheonion,parsley,vinegar,oregano,salt,sugar,pepper,andremainingoil.Pouroverorzoandtosstocoat.

4.Coverandrefrigerate2-24hours.

5.Justbeforeserving,gentlystirintomato,redpepper,cucumber,olives,andcheese.

SummerPastaSaladJudyGovotsos

Frederick,MD

Makes15-18servings



1lb.uncookedpenneorcorkscrewpasta

1yellowpepper,sliced

1greenpepper,sliced

1redpepper,sliced

1redonion,sliced

8ozs.crumbledfetacheese,optional

½lb.pittedKalamataolives,optional

cherrytomatoes,optional

16-oz.bottleCaesarsaladdressing

10-oz.pkg.chickenstrips,cooked,optional

1.Cookpastaaccordingtopackagedirections.Drain.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,combineallingredientsexceptsaladdressingandchicken.

3.Pourdressingoverpastamixture.Toss.

4.Addchickenimmediatelybeforeserving.

Variations:

1.Insteadofyellowandredpeppers,substitute2cupscut-upbroccolifloretsinStep2.

2.Insteadoffetacheese,use1cupshreddedcheddarcheese.

3.InsteadofCaesarsaladdressing,useThree-CheeseRanchdressing.—LoisSmith

Millersville,PA

ItalianTunaCampanelleBonitaEnsenberger

Albuquerque,NM

Makes3-4servings

PrepTime:20minutes


Vinaigrette:

¼cupwhitewinevinegar

1tsp.Dijonmustard

½tsp.sugar

¼tsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

¼tsp.driedmarjoram

¼tsp.driedbasil

⅛tsp.driedoregano

¼cupoliveoil

Salad:

2cupsdryrotini

14-oz.cancanellinibeans,rinsedanddrained

6-oz.cansolidwhitetuna,drainedandflaked

½cuponions,chopped

3Tbsp.slicedblackolives,drained

½cupgreenpepper,chopped

1cupfreshtomato,diced

6ozs.freshspinach

½cupParmesancheese,grated

1.Cookrotiniaccordingtopackagedirections.Drain.

2.Whiletherotiniiscooking,whisktogetherinamixingbowlthevinegar,mustard,sugarsalt,pepper,andherbs.

3.Thenwhiskintheoilthoroughly.Setaside.

4.Inalargemixingbowl,combinethecookedpasta,beans,tuna,onions,blackolives,andbellpepper.

5.Gentlymixinthevinaigrette.

6.Stirinthedicedtomatoes.

7.Toserve,placeathinbedofspinachoneachsaladplate.Spoonpastasaladontop.

8.GarnishwithgratedParmesancheese.

Tip:Youcanmakethevinaigretteadayaheadandrefrigerateituntilyoumakethesalad.

ATip—

Toremoveonionodorfromyourfingers,rubametalspoonbetweenyourfingerandthumbunderrunningwater.

PastaSaladwithTunaSheilaSoldner

Lititz,PA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:15minutes


½lb.uncookedrotinipasta

12.5-oz.cansolidwhitetuna,drainedandflaked

2cupsthinlyslicedcucumber

1largetomato,seededandsliced,or½pintcherryorgrapetomatoes

½cupslicedcelery


¼cupslicedgreenonions

1cupbottledItaliandressing

¼cupmayonnaise


1tsp.dillweed

1tsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

1.Preparerotiniaccordingtopackagedirections.Drain.

2.Inalargebowl,combinerotini,tuna,cucumbers,tomato,celery,greenpepper,andonions.

3.Inasmallbowl,blendtogetherItaliandressing,mayonnaise,mustard,andseasonings.Addtosaladmixture.Tosstocoat.

4.Coverandchill.Tossgentlybeforeserving.

CrabPastaSaladAprilSwartz

LakeCadessa,MI

Makes16servings

PrepTime:20minutes


16-oz.boxuncookedpastaofyourchoice

½-1lb.imitationcrab,yourchoiceofamount

4-oz.jarslicedpimentos,drained

4-oz.canslicedblackolives,drained

1smallonion,diced

16-oz.bottleRanchdressing

1.Cookpastaaccordingtopackagedirections,untilfirmsoft.Drainandcoolinalargemixingbowl.

2.Cutupcrabintobite-sizedpieces.Addtopasta.

3.Stirinpimentos,olives,andonions.

4.Pourdressingovertop.Tossuntilwellcoated.

ATip—

Onionswon’tstingyoureyesasmuchifthey’vebeenstoredintherefrigerator.

LinguineSaladwithPeanutSauce

GretchenH.Maust

Keezletown,VA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes


8-oz.boxdrylinguine

½-1cupchoppedscallions

1dicedcucumber

¼cuppeanutbutter

⅓cupciderorricevinegar

¼cupsoysauce

¼cupwarmwater

⅓cupsesameoil

2clovesmincedgarlic

½tsp.5-spicepowder

hotsaucetotaste

darkgreenlettuceleaves

toastedsesameseedsandtomatowedgesforgarnish

1.Cooklinguineasdirectedonbox,butundercookslightly.Drain.Rinsewithcoolwater.

2.Inalargebowl,combinelinguini,scallions,andcucumber.

3.Inaseparatebowl,whisktogetherpeanutbutter,vinegar,soysauce,water,oil,garlic,5-spicepowder,andhotsauce.

4.Arrangelettuceonplatter.Spoonlinguinemixtureintothemiddle.Drizzledressingovertop.Garnishwithsesameseedsandtomatowedges.

Variations:

1.Foraheartierdish,addcubedcookedchickenorturkey.

2.Servehot,replacingthecucumberswithcookedzucchini.

Tip:Iliketotriplethepeanutsauceandkeepitintherefrigeratortouseasasaladdressingordippingsauceforgrilledchicken.

OrzoandCornOfftheCob

KarenKayTucker

Manteca,CA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:30minutes


4freshearsofcorn,or2cupscannedorfrozen(thawed)

1¼cupsuncookedorzo

1cupblackolives,pittedandhalved

1medium-sizedredsweetpepper,chopped

¼cupthinlyslicedgreenonions

¼cupfinelysnippedfresh,or1Tbsp.and1tsp.driedbasil

¼cupfinelysnippedfreshparsley,or1Tbsp.and1tsp.driedparsley

¼cupoliveoil

2Tbsp.whitewinevinegar

¼tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

1.Cutcornoffthecob,about2cups-worth.Setaside.

2.Bringalargepotoflightlysaltedwatertoaboil.Addorzoandcook,stirringoccasionallyfor8to9minutes,oruntiltender,addingcornduringthelast3minutesofcookingtime.Drainandplaceinalargeservingbowl.

3.Stirintheolives,sweetpepper,greenonion,basil,andparsley.

4.Inasmallbowl,combinetheoliveoil,vinegar,salt,andpepper.Whisktogether.

5.Pourdressingoverorzomixture.Tossgentlytocombine.

NoodleMushroomSaladD.FernRuth,Chalfont,PA

Makes4-6servings:

PrepTime:30minutes


ChillingTime:1hour

SesameGingerDressing:

¾cupvegetableoil

½cup,plus1Tbsp.,whitevinegar

⅓cupwater

2-3tsp.freshginger,gratedorthinlyshaved,packedlightly


1Tbsp.whitesugar

¼tsp.salt

¼tsp.hotpeppersauce,optional

Salad:

8ozs.dryfineeggnoodles

½lb.freshmushrooms,thicklysliced

6scallionswithtopsslicedthindiagonally

medium-sizedredbellpepper,cutintostrips

⅓cupparsley,coarselychopped

3Tbsp.toastedsesameseeds

1.Inblender,mixoil,vinegar,water,ginger,garlic,sugar,salt,andpeppersauce.Pureeuntilsmooth.Setaside.

2.Insaucepan,bring2qts.watertoboil.Addnoodlesandcookuntiltender(ittakesonlyafewminutes).Immediatelyrinsewithcoldwateranddrainthoroughly.

3.Inalargemixingbowl,mixtogethernoodles,mushrooms,scallions,redpepperstrips,andparsley.

4.Poursesamegingerdressingoversaladmixtureandtosswell.

5.Refrigerate1hourtoblendflavorsbeforeserving.

6.Toserve,topwithsesameseedsandmoreparsley.

Tips:

1.Totoastsesameseeds,placeindryskilletovermediumheat.Shake/stirtillgolden,approximately5minutes.

2.Thissaladcanbemadeahead.Butwaittoaddmushrooms,redpepperstrips,andparsleyuntil1hourbeforeserving.

3.Increaseordecreaseamountoffreshgingertoyourtaste.

4.Thishasapleasing,lightorientalflavor.

TunaSaladFrancesSchrag

Newton,KS

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes

6-oz.cantuna,drained

2Tbsp.onion,chopped

3Tbsp.pickle,chopped

½cupchoppedcelery

3hard-cookedeggs,diced

¼tsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

2Tbsp.Ranchdressingormayonnaise

lettuceleaves,or4sandwichrollsorEnglishmuffins

1.Combineallingredientsexceptthelettuceorrollsinagood-sizedmixingbowl.

2.Serveasasaladonlettuceleaves,orusetofillsandwiches.OrspreadthesaladonsplitEnglishmuffins,topwithcheese,andbroiluntilthecheesemelts.

Variations:

1.Mix1½tsp.preparedmustardintothesaladinStep1.

2.Insteadofthesaltandpepper,use½tsp.Mrs.Dashseasoning.—LaurenEberhard

Seneca,IL

AlbacoreTunaStuffedTomatoJoeBarker

Carlsbad,NM

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:1hour

6-8Romatomatoes

26-oz.cansalbacoretuna,drained

1Tbsp.mayonnaise

½tsp.preparedmustard

1½tsp.bluecheesedressing

2tsp.greenonion,thinlysliced

1½tsp.chives,chopped

1½tsp.blackolives,chopped

1½tsp.cucumber,chopped

1½tsp.redbellpepper,chopped

1½tsp.yellowbellpepper,chopped

celeryleaves

paprika

6-8mintleaves

1.Cuttomatoesinhalfandremoveseedsandveins.Keepforanotheruse.Keepthetomatoshellscool.

2.Mixremainingingredientstogetherinabowl.

3.Stufftomatohalveswithtunamixture.

4.Sprinklepaprikalightlyovertop.

5.Garnisheachtomatowithamintleaf.

6.Keepcolduntilreadytoserve.

ExoticChickenSaladMableHershey,Marietta,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:30minutes

CookingTime:15-20minutes,ifcookingthechicken


1lb.greenseedlessgrapes,halved

1-1½cupsslivered,toastedalmonds,divided

4cupscookedchicken,cutinpieces,or25-oz.canscookedchicken

4-oz.canslicedwaterchestnuts,drained

1cupcelery,sliced

1½cupsmayonnaise

1½tsp.currypowder

1Tbsp.soysauce

1Tbsp.lemonjuice

lettuceleaves

1.Cutgrapesinhalf.

2.Toastalmondsbyspreadingthemintoalargedryskillet.Placeovermedium-highheat,stirringthemfrequentlysotheybrownonbothsidesanddon’tburn.

3.Combinegrapes,1cupalmonds,chicken,waterchestnuts,andceleryinalargemixingbowl.

4.Inasmallerbowl,mixtogethermayonnaise,currypowder,soysauce,andlemonjuice.Addtochickenmixture.

5.Chillseveralhours.

6.Sprinklewithremainingalmonds.

7.Serveoverlettuceleaves.

Variations:

1.Add⅓cupmincedonionstoStep3.

2.Replacemayonnaise,currypowder,andlemonjuicewith1½cupspeachorlemonyogurt.Increasethesoysauceto2Tbsp.

3.InStep7,garnishpreparedplateswithmelonwedgesbeforeserving.—DonnaTreloar

HartfordCity,IN

PeachyChickenSaladPatUnternahrer

Wayland,IA

Makes4-6servings


⅓cupmayonnaise

2Tbsp.milk

¼tsp.pepper

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.driedtarragon,or1tsp.choppedfreshtarragon

2½cupscubedcookedchicken,or15-oz.cancookedchicken

1cupseedlessredgrapes,halved

1cupfrozenpeas,thawed

2largepeaches,peeledandchopped

1cuppecanhalves,toasted

lettuceleaves,optional

1.Inalargebowl,stirthemayonnaise,milk,pepper,salt,andtarragontogetheruntilsmooth.

2.Addchickenandtosstocoat.

3.Stiringrapes,peas,peaches,andpecans.

4.Serveinalettuce-linedbowlifyouwish.

Asparagus,Apple,andChickenSaladBettySalch

Bloomington,IL

WilmaStoltzfus

HoneyBrook,PA

Makes3-4servings

PrepTime:20minutes

CookingTime:3-4minutes,ifusingpre-cookedchicken

1cupfreshasparagus,cutinto1”-longpieces

2Tbsp.cidervinegar

2Tbsp.vegetableoil

2tsp.honey

2tsp.mincedfreshparsley

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

1cupcubedcookedchicken,or5-oz.cancookedchicken

½cupdicedredapples,unpeeled

2cupstornmixedgreens

alfalfasprouts,optional

1.Inasmallsaucepan,cookasparagusinasmallamountofwateruntilcrisp-tender,about3-4minutes.Drainandcool.

2.Inagood-sizedmixingbowl,combinethenext6ingredients.

3.Stirinthechicken,apples,andasparagus.Toss.

4.Serveovergreens.Garnishwithalfalfasproutsifyouwish.

AsparagusBeanSaladCarolCoggin

Jacksonville,FL

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


ChillingTime:1hour

1lb.freshasparagus,cutin1”pieces

6driedtomatoes


1½Tbsp.brownsugar

4Tbsp.oliveoil

4Tbsp.ricevinegar

2Tbsp.water

1½tsp.Dijonmustard

¼tsp.sage

¼tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

15-oz.canwhitenavybeans,rinsedanddrained

¼cupchoppedonions

3tsp.capers,drained


1.Placecut-upasparagusinasaucepan.Add1”water.Coverandcookjustuntilcrisp-

tender.Drainandchill.

2.Placedriedtomatoesinasaucepanwith1”water.Coverandplaceovermediumheatforabout4minutes,oruntiltheyplumpup.Drain.Thenchopintosmallchunksandchill.

3.Inasmallbowl,whisktogethergarlic,brownsugar,oil,vinegar,water,mustard,sage,salt,andpepper.

4.Inalargemixingbowl,tosstogethertheasparagus,tomatoes,beans,onions,andcapers.

5.Pourthedressingoverall.Mixwellandchillforanhourbeforeserving.

6.SprinklewithParmesancheesetoserve.

ATip—

Grateendsofcheeseblocks(cheddar,Swiss,MontereyJack,etc.)togetherintoaZiplocbagandkeepthegratedcheeseonhandforsprinklingoversalads,casseroles,andtoastedcheesebread.

BlackBeanFiestaSaladLorrainePflederer

Goshen,IN

Makes6servings

PrepTime:30minutes


15-oz.canblackbeans,rinsedanddrained

1cupfrozencorn,thawed

1greenpepper,diced

1sweetredpepper,diced

1cupdicedredonions

2celeryribs,chopped

¾cupcubedMontereyJackcheese

3Tbsp.lemonjuice

3Tbsp.redwine,orcider,vinegar

2Tbsp.oliveoil



1tsp.pepper

½tsp.groundcumin

1.Inalargebowl,combinebeans,corn,peppers,onions,celery,andcheese.

2.Inajarwithatight-fittinglid,combinetheremainingingredients.Shakewell.

3.Pourovervegetablemixtureandtossgently.

4.Coverandchillfor2hoursorovernight.

BostonBeanSaladJoyceShackelford

GreenBay,WI

Makes10servings

PrepTime:30minutes


14-oz.cannavybeans,rinsedanddrained

15-oz.canredkidneybeans,rinsedanddrained


1cup(2ribs)celery,sliced

½cupgreenonions,sliced

½cupvinegar

¼cupmolasses

¼cupoil

1Tbsp.Dijonmustard

¼tsp.pepper

lettuceleavestolinethesaladbowl

2cupscurlyendivelettuceleaves,torn

2slicesbacon,crisp-cookedandcrumbled

1.Inalargebowl,combineallthebeans,celery,andgreenonions.

2.Inajarwithatight-fittinglid,combinevinegar,molasses,oil,mustard,andpepper.Shakewell.

3.Pourdressingoverbeanmixture.Chill4-24hours.

4.Linealargebowlwithlettuceleaves.

5.Stirendiveandbaconintobeanmixture.Spoonbeanmixtureintosaladbowl.

GreenBeanSaladJeanH.Robinson

Cinnaminson,NJ

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:20minutes


ChillingTime:2hours

4cupswater

1Tbsp.salt

2lbs.freshgreenbeans,cutinto2”pieces

1ribcelery,choppedfine

½cupchoppedgreenonions

2cupscherrytomatoes,halved

½cupfetacheese

Dressing:

½cupoil

2Tbsp.ricevinegar

1tsp.Dijonmustard

salttotaste

peppertotaste

1.Bringwaterandsalttoaboilinalargestockpot.Placebeansintoboilingwaterand

cookfor6minutes.Removefromstoveanddrain.Plungebeansimmediatelyintoicewater.Drain.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,combinebeans,celery,onions,tomatoes,andcheese.

3.Inajarwithatight-fittinglid,combineoil,vinegar,mustard,salt,andpepper.Shakewell.

4.Pourdressingoverbeanmixture.Toss.

5.Chillforatleast2hoursbeforeserving.

ColorfulBeanSaladPatriciaEckard

SingersGlen,VA

BettyB.Dennison

GroveCity,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:30minutes



15-oz.cangreenbeans,drained

15-oz.canpeas,drained

15-oz.canshoepegcorn,drained

15-oz.canbabylimabeans,drained

1medium-sizedredonion,chopped

4-oz.jarpimentos,drained

½cupchoppedcelery

½cupchoppedredbellpepper

Dressing:

¾cupapplecidervinegar

1cupsugar

1.Mixallvegetablestogetherinalargebowl.

2.Combinevinegarandsugarinasmallsaucepan.Bringtoaboil.Boilfor3minutes,stirringoccasionally.

3.Pourovervegetables.Coverandrefrigerate2-8hours,orovernight.

Variations:

1.Adda4-oz.canslicedmushrooms,drained;a15-oz.canofkidneybeans,rinsedanddrained;anda15-oz.canofyellowwaxbeans,rinsedanddrained,toStep1.

2.Add½cupoil,1tsp.celerysalt,and¼tsp.peppertothedressing,andwhisktogether—withoutcookingthemixture.ProceedwithStep3.

—MaryLynnMiller

Reinholds,PA

MarinatedMushroomsLisaHarnish

Christiana,PA

Makes12servings

PrepTime:10minutes


2lbs.(50-60)medium-sizedfreshmushrooms

2clovesgarlic

1cupredwinevinegar

1cupwater

½cupoliveoil

½cupvegetableoil

1bayleaf

1tsp.salt

½tsp.driedthymeleaves

12wholeblackpeppercorns

freshparsley

1.Cleanmushroomsandsetaside.

2.Flattengarlicorusegarlicpress.

3.InDutchoven,combineallingredientsexceptmushroomsandparsley.

4.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheatandsimmer5minutes.

5.Addmushroomsandsimmeruncovered10minutes.

6.Removefromheatandletstanduntilcooledslightly.

7.Transfermushroomsandmarinadetoastoragecontainer.Coverandrefrigerateuntilreadytoserve.

8.Toserve,removemushroomsfrommarinadeandplaceinservingdish.Garnishwithfreshparsley.

LimeCucumbersNormaI.Gehman

Ephrata,PA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:10minutes

½tsp.gratedlimerind

1Tbsp.limejuice

2Tbsp.oliveoil

¼tsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

1largeburpless,seedlesscucumber,thinlysliced

1.Whisktogetherfirst5ingredientsinabowl.

2.Addcucumberandmixwell.

RefreshingCucumberSaladKathyAlderfer

Broadway,VA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes

ChillingTime:1hour

¼cupmayonnaise

¼cupsourcream

1Tbsp.sugar

1Tbsp.vinegar

1tsp.dillweedsaltandpeppertotaste

3cupsthinlyslicedcucumbers(about3medium-sizedones)

1cupgrapetomatoes,halved

2-4smallgreenonions,slicedintorings,amountaccordingtoyourpreference

1.Inamedium-sizedmixingbowl,mixmayonnaise,sourcream,sugar,vinegar,dill,salt,andpepper.Blendthoroughly.

2.Addcucumbers,tomatoes,andgreenonionstocreamymixtureandstirtogether.

3.Allowtomarinateinrefrigeratorforatleast1hourbeforeserving.

ChineseCucumberwithPeanutSauceSharleenNichols

StateCollege,PA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:15minutes

1seedlesscucumber

¼cuppeanutbutter

sesameseeds,toasted

sesameoil

3-4dropschilioil

1.Peelcucumber,cutinto½”slices,andthenquarter.Setasideinaservingdish.

2.Makepeanutsauceinasmallbowlbyaddingsesameoiltothepeanutbutteruntilitflows.Addchilioiltosuityourtaste.

3.Sprinklesesameseedsovertopofsauce.

4.Dipcucumbersintosauce.

Tip:Thissauceisalsogoodfordippingothervegetables.MyhusbandandIsawthisdishbeingservedatthenexttableatarestaurantinChina.

OurcommandoftheChineselanguagewasverylimitedsowepointedandsaidwe’dliketohavethatrecipe!

Mozzarella/Tomato/BasilSaladMakes6servings

PrepTime:8minutes

1pintbuffalomozzarellacheeseballs,or¼-½lb.buffalomozzarellacheese,sliced

2largetomatoes,slicedandquartered

½cupblackolives,sliced

½cupbasilleaves,torn

1Tbsp.oliveoil


¼tsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

1.Ifthemozzarellaballsareinliquid,rinseanddrainthem.Placeinamixingbowl.

2.Addtomatoes,blackolives,andbasilleaves.Mixtogethergently.

3.Mixoliveoil,vinegar,salt,andpeppertogether.Pouroversaladingredientsandmixgently.

Variations:

1.Add1sweetVidaliaonion,sliced,toStep2.

2.Servethedressedsaladonabedofarugulaleaves.—BonitaEnsenberger

Albuquerque,NM

MarinatedGardenTomatoesBonnieGoering

Bridgewater,VA

Makes10servings

PrepTime:10minutes

ChillingTime:1hourormore

6largefirmtomatoes,cutinwedges

½cupslicedonions

½cupslicedgreenbellpepper

¼cupoliveoil


¼tsp.garlicpowder

½tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

2Tbsp.sugar

2Tbsp.mincedfresh,or2tsp.,parsleyflakes

1Tbsp.snippedfresh,or1tsp.dried,thyme

1.Arrangetomatoes,onions,andpeppersinaflatdish.

2.Inajarwithatight-fittinglid,mixtogetheroil,vinegar,garlicpowder,salt,pepper,andsugar.Pourovervegetables.

3.Inasmallbowl,combineparsleyandthymeandsprinkleontop.

4.Refrigerateforonehourormorebeforeserving.

SummerVegetableCheeseSaladJanMast,Lancaster,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:15minutes

ChillingTime:1hour

3cupscheese,shredded(cheddar,MontereyJack,ormozzarella,oracombinationofthem)

1medium-sizedcucumber,chopped

1medium-sizedtomato,seededandchopped

1onion,thinlysliced

1cupgreenandredpepper,chopped

lettuceleaves

Dressing:

½cupsourcream

¼cupmayonnaise

1Tbsp.lemonjuice

1garlicclove,minced

½tsp.Dijonmustard

½tsp.driedbasil

½tsp.paprika

1tsp.sugar

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combinecheese,cucumber,tomato,onion,andgreenandredpeppers.

2.Inaseparatebowl,combinesourcream,mayonnaise,lemonjuice,garlic,mustard,basil,paprika,andsugar.

3.Pourdressingovercheeseandvegetables.Tosstocoat.

4.Chillfor1hour.

5.Serveinalettuce-linedbowl.

BeetSaladDorothyLingerfelt

Stonyford,CA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


ChillingTime:4hours

16-oz.candicedbeets,drained,juicereserved

3-oz.pkg.lemongelatin

⅔cuporangejuice

1tsp.gratedonion

2-3tsp.gratedhorseradish,dependinguponhowmuchzipyoulike

1tsp.vinegar

1tsp.salt

⅔cupchoppedcelery

1.Drainbeets,reservingjuice.

2.Pourbeetjuiceintoa1-cupmeasure.Filltothetopwithwater.Pourintoasmallsaucepan.Bringtoaboil.

3.Dissolvegelatininboilingbeetjuice.Stirinorangejuice,onion,horseradish,vinegar,andsalt.Mixwell.

4.Chillbeet-gelatinmixtureuntilslightlythickened.

5.Stirinbeetsandcelery.Pourintomold.

6.Chilluntilfirm.Unmoldonaservingplate.

ATip—

Haveoneortwo“companyspecials”youcanmakewhenfriendsshowupunexpectedly.

PickledBeetandEggsBeverlyFlatt-Getz

WarriorsMark,PA

Makes10-12servings

PrepTime:15minutes


ChillingTime:1-2days

12eggs

¾cupvinegar

1cupsugar

216-oz.canswholeredbeets

1.Hard-cookeggs.Peelandprickwhitesslightlywithfork.

2.Insaucepan,heatvinegar.

3.Addsugarandstiroverheatuntildissolved.

4.Stirinbeetjuiceandheatthrough.

5.Puteggsinalargejarwithalid.Pourjuiceovereggs.Addbeetsontop.Refrigeratefor1-2days.

6.Toserve,cuteggsinhalflengthwise.Placeonaservingdish,alongwiththeredbeets.

Tip:Inordertohavetheeggsbeuniformlycolored,stirthemeveryfewhours.Andthelonger

theeggsareinthebeetjuice,themoretheyabsorbitsflavor.

DeviledEggsLeonaYoder

Hartville,OH

Makes8servings


PrepTime:10minutes

4eggs

⅛tsp.salt

2tsp.vinegar

1Tbsp.mayonnaise

⅛tsp.pepper

¼tsp.preparedmustard

1Tbsp.creamormilk

¼cupfinelychoppedredonions

paprikaorfreshparsleyleaves

1.Placeeggsinasaucepan.Coverwithwater.Coverpanandbringwatertoboil.

2.Removepanwitheggsfromheat.Keepcoveredandalloweggstositinhotwaterfor15minutes.Removeeggsfrompanandallowtocool.Peelcarefully.

3.Cuteggsinhalflengthwise.Removeyolksandplaceinasmallbowl.Mashuntilsmooth.

4.Addotheringredientstomashedyolksandmixwell.

5.Refillthewhitesandgarnishwithpaprikaorparsleyjustbeforeserving.

Tip:Youcanusethisrecipeasthefillingforeggsaladsandwiches.Simplycutupthehard-cookedeggs(whitesandyolks)andmixgentlywiththeotheringredients.

ZippyFruitSaladVioletteHarrisDenney

Carrollton,GA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:20minutes


ChillingTime:4hours

½cupwater

21-oz.cancherrypiefilling

6-oz.pkg.cherrygelatin

15-oz.cancrushedpineapple

halfa12-oz.canofCoke

1cupchoppednuts

2apples,chopped

1.Inasaucepan,combinewaterandpiefilling.Bringtoaboil,stirringfrequently.

2.Reduceheatandcookfor5minutes,stirringfrequently.Removefromheat.

3.Addgelatin.Mixuntildissolved.Cooluntilthemixturestartstocongeal.

4.Foldinpineapple,Coke,nuts,andapples.Pourintoservingbowl.Chilluntilfirm.

FrozenWaldorfSaladBonitaEnsenberger

Albuquerque,NM

Makes6-9servings

PrepTime:20minutes

FreezingTime:8hours,orovernight

8ozs.creamcheese,softened

½cupmayonnaise

2cupsfrozenwhippedtopping,slightlythawed

1cupapples,unpeeledandchopped

½cupcelery,sliced

1cupseedlessgrapes,halved

¾cupcrushedpineapple,drained

¾cupEnglishwalnuts,toastedandchopped

1.Inalargemixingbowl,whiptogethercreamcheeseandmayonnaise,eitherbyhandorwithamixerorfoodprocessor.Foldinwhippedtopping.

2.Foldinapples,celery,grapes,andpineapple.

3.Pourintoagreased8x8bakingdish.Coverandfreezefor8hoursorovernight.

4.Removefromfreezer10-15minutebeforeserving.Cutintosquares.Topeachservingwithtoastedwalnuts.

StrawberryGelatinSaladVondaEbersole

Mt.PleasantMills,PA

Makes12servings

PrepTime:15minutes


2cupswater

6-oz.boxstrawberrygelatin

4cupsfreshorfrozenstrawberries

15-oz.cancrushedpineapples,undrained

3largebananas,sliced

1.Bringwatertoaboilinasaucepan.Stirgelatinintoboilingwateruntildissolved.

2.Stirinadditionalingredients.

3.Refrigerateuntilgelatinisfirm.

Tip:Ifyou’reinahurry,usefrozenstrawberries.They’llspeedupthegellingprocess.

ATip—

Neveraddfreshkiwitoasaladusinggelatin.Itwill“un-gell”thewholething!

FavoriteBlueberrySaladVickiHill

Memphis,TN

Makes10-12servings


ChillingTime:4hours

6-oz.pkg.raspberrygelatin

1½cupsboilingwater

16½-oz.canblueberries,undrained

20-oz.cancrushedpineapple,undrained


1cupsourcream

¼cupsugar

½cupchoppednuts

1.Inalargesaucepanormixingbowl,dissolvegelatininwater.

2.Stirinblueberriesandpineapple.Pourintoa9x13pan.Chilluntilset,about4hours.

3.Meanwhile,creamtogethercreamcheese,sourcream,andsugar,eitherbyhand,orwithanelectricmixerorfoodprocessor.Spreadontopofcongealedsalad.

4.Sprinklewithnuts.

HolidayCranberryMousseRhodaAtzeff

Harrisburg,PA

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:30minutes


20-oz.cancrushedpineapple,juicereserved

6-oz.pkg.strawberrygelatin

1cupwater

1-lb.canwhole-berrycranberrysauce

3Tbsp.freshlemonjuice


¼tsp.groundnutmeg

2cupssourcream

½cupchoppedpecans

1.Drainpineapplewell,reservingalljuice.

2.Addjuicetogelatinina2-qt.saucepan.Stirinwater.Bringtoaboil,stirringtodissolvegelatin.Removefromheat.

3.Blendincranberrysauce,lemonjuice,lemonpeel,andnutmeg.

4.Chilluntilmixturethickensslightly,about1-2hours.

5.Blendsourcreamintogelatinmixture.Foldindrainedpineappleandpecans.

6.Pourintoa1-qt.mold,orintoa9x13pan.

7.Chilluntilfirm,about2-3hours.Unmoldontoaplateorcutintosquaresandserve.

RedRaspberryCranberrySaladPhyllisAttig

Reynolds,IL

Makes10-12servings


ChillingTime:4hours

1½cupswater

6-oz.packageraspberrygelatin

3-oz.packageraspberrygelatin

1-lb.canwhole-berrycranberrysauce

15-oz.canjelliedcranberrysauce

1cupapplesauce

1bagfrozenredraspberries

8-oz.cancrushedpineapple,drained

1.Bringwatertoaboilinasaucepan.Stirinbothpackagesofgelatinuntildissolved.

2.Addthe2cranberrysauces,applesauce,redraspberries,anddrainedpineapple.Mixwell.

3.Refrigerateuntilfirm,about4hours.

CranberrySaladMaryLynnMiller

Reinholds,PA

Makes6-8servings



4cupsfreshcranberries,rinsedanddrained

4oranges(2peeled,

2unpeeled)

4apples,peeledandcutintoquarters

2cupssugar

1.Grindcranberries,oranges,andapples.Mixwell.

2.Poursugaroverfruitandmixwell.

3.Refrigeratefor6-8hoursbeforeserving.

LemonCreamSaladHelenJ.Myers

SilverSpring,MD

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:20minutes

ChillingTime:4hours

10ozs.lemon-limesoda

1cupminiaturemarshmallows

23-oz.pkgs.creamcheese,cubed

6-oz.pkg.lemon-flavoredgelatin

20-oz.cancrushedpineapplewithjuice

¾cupchoppedpecans,optional

8-oz.cartonwhippedtopping

1.Inaheavysaucepan,combinesoda,marshmallows,andcreamcheese.Bringtoboiloverlowheat.Removefromheat.

2.Addgelatin,stirringuntildissolved.

3.Stirinpineappleandpecans.Chilluntiltheconsistencyofunbeateneggwhites,aboutanhour.

4.Foldinwhippedtopping.Pourintolightlyoiledmold.Chilluntilfirm,about3hours.

OrangeSherbetSaladMarlysMartins

Waukon,IA

Makes6servings



1cupwater

6-oz.pkg.orangegelatin

1cuporangejuice

1pintorangesherbet


1.Bringwatertoaboilinasaucepan.Stiringelatinuntildissolved.Pourintoanelectricmixerbowl.

2.Addorangejuiceandsherbet.Beatwithmixeratlowspeeduntilsmooth.

3.Foldinoranges.

4.Pourintoservingbowl.Refrigerateuntilfirm,about3-4hours.

SeaFoamPearSaladEstherJ.Mast

Lancaster,PA

Makes12servings

PrepTime:15minutes

ChillingTime:4hours

29-oz.canpears,drained,withjuicereserved

1cupreservedpearjuice

3-oz.pkg.limegelatin


2Tbsp.lightcreamormilk

2cupsfrozenwhippedtopping,thawed

1.Mashdrainedpearsandsetaside.

2.Inasaucepan,heatpearjuicetotheboilingpointandaddlimegelatin.Stiruntildissolved.

3.Withanelectricmixer,beatsoftenedcreamcheeseuntilsmoothandcreamy.Graduallyaddgelatinmixture.Continuebeatingwithelectricmixeruntilblended.

4.Chilluntilthickenedbutnotuntilstiff,about1hour.

5.Foldinmashedpearsandwhippedtopping.

6.Pourintomoldorglassservingdishtosetfully,about3hours.

SaucyFruitSaladTraceyHansonSchramel

Windom,MN

Makes6-8servings



211-oz.cansmandarinoranges,drained

220-oz.canspineapplechunks,drained

4bananas,sliced

2redapples,sliced,optional

Fruitsauce:

3.4-oz.boxinstantvanillapudding

1cupmilk

⅓cuporangejuiceconcentrate

6-oz.cartonbanana,orFrenchvanilla,yogurt

1.Mixallfruitinalargebowlandsetaside.

2.Inasmallmixingbowl,combinedrypuddingwithmilk,orangejuice,andyogurt.Beatwithwirewhiskuntilsmooth.

3.Poursauceoverfruitandfoldtogether.Chillfor1-2hours.

EasyFruitSaladShirleySears

Tiskilwa,IL

Makes12servings



20-oz.canpineapplechunks,drainedandhalved


15-oz.canapricothalves,drainedandquartered

15-oz.canpeachslices,drainedandquartered

2cupsfreshgreengrapes,halved

3bananas,sliced

20-oz.canpeachpiefilling

½cuppecanhalves,optional

1.Inalargemixingbowl,stiralldrained,cannedfruittogether.

2.Addgrapesandslicedbananas.

3.Mixinpeachpiefilling.

4.Refrigerateseveralhoursbeforeserving.

5.Garnishwithpecanhalvesjustbeforeserving,ifyouwish.

Tips:

1.Drainthefruitwell.

2.Ifyouneedalargersaladjustuselargercansormorecansoffruit.Youcouldaddmarshmallowsorapples,too,ifyouwant.

Thisisquicktomake.Ikeepthesecannedingredientsonhandallthetimeforlast-minutepreparation.Ionlyneedtopurchasefreshgrapesandbananas.Mymomintroducedmetothisrecipein1968,andI’vegivenittoothersmanytimes.

Grandma’sSpecialFruitSaladJanMoore

Wellsville,KS

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes



1apple

1orange,peeled

½cupstrawberries

1kiwi

1peach

2apricots

1banana

15-oz.canslicedpineapple,drained,withjuicereserved

½cuporangejuice

¼cupreservedpineapplejuice

2tsp.cornstarch

1egg,beaten

½cupgratedcoconut

½cuppecans,chopped

1.Cutallfruitintobite-sizedpiecesandplaceinalargebowl.

2.Inasmallsaucepan,heatorangejuiceovermediumheat.

3.Mixcornstarchandpineapplejuicetogetherinasmallbowl.Addtoheatedorangejuice.

4.Addegg,stirringuntilsaucethickens.

5.Pouroverfruit.Addcoconutandpecansandmixwell.

6.Chill1-2hoursandthenserve.

HoneyAppleSaladEstherBecker

Gordonville,PA

Makes6servings


3½cupsdicedredapples,unpeeled

2Tbsp.lemonjuice

2cupsgreengrapes,halved

1cupthinlyslicedcelery

½cupraisinsorcraisins

2Tbsp.sourcream

½cupmayonnaise

½tsp.salt

¼cuphoney

½cupchoppedwalnutsorpecans

1.Inalargebowl,tossappleswithlemonjuice.Addgrapes,celery,andraisins.

2.Inasmallbowl,combinesourcream,mayonnaise,salt,andhoney.Mixwell.Pouroverapplemixtureandstirtocoat.

3.Stirinnutsjustbeforeserving.

AppleSaladVeraCampbell

Dayton,VA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:15minutes

4largeapplesofyourfavoritekind,diced

1largebanana,diced

¼cupraisins

⅓cuppeanuts

Dressing:

⅓cupmayonnaiseorsaladdressing

⅓cuppeanutbutter

¼tsp.vanilla

1tsp.lemonjuice

¼cuphalf-and-half

½cupbrownsugar

1.Combineapples,banana,raisins,andpeanutsinalargebowl.

2.Inasmallbowl,mixtogethermayonnaise,peanutbutter,vanilla,lemonjuice,half-and-half,andsugaruntilsmooth.

3.Justbeforeserving,tossthedressingwiththefruit.

Tip:Youcanusethiseitherasasaladorasalightdessert.

Variation:Foramorecaramel-likedressing,eliminatethemayonnaiseorsaladdressing.

DoubleAppleSaladAnneNolt

Thompsontown,PA

Makes10-12servings

PrepTime:20minutes

ChillingTime:1hour

1largegoldendeliciousapple,unpeeledanddiced

1largereddeliciousapple,unpeeledanddiced

1tsp.lemonjuice

20-oz.canpineapplechunks,drained


⅔cupflakedcoconut

½cupchoppedwalnuts

¼cupraisins

¼cupmayonnaise

2Tbsp.thinlyslicedcelery

1.Inalargemixingbowl,tossappleswithlemonjuiceuntilcoated.

2.pineapple,marshmallows,coconut,walnuts,raisins,mayonnaise,andcelery.

3.Mixwellandtransfertoaservingbowl.Coverandchillfor1hourbeforeserving.

SouthwestSaladSueHamilton

Minooka,IL

Makes6-7servings

PrepTime:5minutes

CookingTime:10minutes,ifcookingtheQuickBarley

ChillingTime:1hour

2cupscookedbarley


15-oz.cankidneybeans,rinsedanddrained

12-oz.canMexicancorn,drained

1greenonion,diced

1cupmincedcilantro

½cupvinegar

4Tbsp.oliveoil

1pkg.drychiliseasoningmix

1.Combineallingredientsinalargebowl.Mixwell.

2.Chillforanhourbeforeserving.

Tip:Use“QuickBarley,”whichonlytakes10minutestocook.

ATip—

Whenyou’remakinganeveningmeal,makealittleextraforthenextday’slunch.You’llsavemoneyandprobablyeatmorenutritionally.

WheatBerrySaladSaraHarterFredette

Goshen,MA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:5minutes

CookingTime:1hour


1⅓cupsdrywheatberries

1qt.water

⅓cupraspberryvinegar

2½Tbsp.oliveoil

¼cupfreshparsley,chopped

3scallions,sliced

½cupdriedcranberries

Tabascototaste

1Tbsp.lemonjuice

¼tsp.salt

1Tbsp.sesameoil

1.Inamedium-sizedsaucepan,simmerwheatberriesin1qt.waterfor1hour,oruntiltender.(Youcanalsosoaktheberriesovernightandthensimmerthemfor40minutes.)Rinseandcooltoroomtemperature.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,mixwheatberrieswiththeremainingingredients.

3.Chillfor2-3hours.

4.Tasteandaddmoreofanyofthelast4ingredientsforadditionalflavor.

MandarinCouscousSaladLoureneG.Bender

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes6-7servings

PrepTime:25minutes

1⅓cupswater

1cupuncookedcouscous

1cupfrozenpeas


½cupsliveredalmonds,toasted

⅓cupredonions,chopped

¼cupredwinevinegar

2Tbsp.oliveoil

4tsp.sugar

¼tsp.salt

¼tsp.hotpeppersauce,orslightlymore,ifyouwish

1.Bringwatertoaboilinasaucepan.Stirincouscous,cover,andremovefromheat.Letstand5minutes.

2.Fluffwithforkandaddfrozenpeas.

3.Inamixingbowl,combineoranges,almonds,andonions.Stirintocouscous/peasmixture.

4.Combinevinegar,oil,sugar,salt,andhotpeppersauceinajarwithalid.Shakewell.

5.Pourdressingovercouscousmixtureandtosstocoat.

6.Serveatroomtemperatureorchilled.

Variations:

1.Usefreshorangesinsteadofmandarinoranges.

2.Insteadofpeasusedicedcucumbersorcut-upblanchedgreenbeans.

Lotsa-TomatoesSalsaWafiBrandt

Manheim,PA

Makes2½cups

PrepTime:30minutes


ChillingTime:2hours

3cupscubedtomatoes

¾cupchoppedonions

¼cup(3medium-sized)seeded,choppedjalapenopeppers

¾tsp.salt

¼tsp.pepper

2Tbsp.vinegar


¼tsp.garlicpowder

1Tbsp.lemonjuice

1.Combineallingredientsinamedium-sizedsaucepan.

2.Coverandcookovermediumheatfor30minutes.

3.Chillfor2hoursbeforeserving.

TofuSaladSaraHarterFredette

Goshen,MA

Makes4-6servings

PrepTime:10minutes



1pkg.extra-firmtofu,cubed

1carrot,grated

1scallion,sliced

1clovegarlic,minced

⅓-½cupsunflowerseeds

1Tbsp.soysauce

2Tbsp.lemonjuiceandrind

2Tbsp.oliveoil

¼tsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

1.Inasaucepan,steamtofuin1”ofwaterfor10minutes.

2.Drain,andcool.Crumblewithfork.

3.Placecrumbledtofu,carrot,scallion,garlic,andseedsinalargemixingbowl.Combinegently.

4.Inajarwithatight-fittinglid,combineallremainingingredients.

5.Pourdressingoverthetofu/veggiesmixture.Combinewell.

6.Coverandchillfor1-2hours.

FreshCornSalsaJ.B.Miller,Indianapolis,IN

Makesabout3½-4cups

PrepTime:20minutes



Dressing:

1tsp.chilipowder

¼tsp.garlicgranules,or

1clovegarlic

blackpeppertotaste

1Tbsp.water

2Tbsp.freshlimejuice

5Tbsp.cornorvegetableoil

1tsp.sugar

½tsp.salt,divided

Salsa:

3earssweetcorn

1bellpepper

1jalapenopepper,cored,seeded,andminced

½cupchoppedtomatoes

¼cup(about3-4)greenonions,sliced

cilantrototaste,optional

1.Tomakedressing,mixchilipowder,garlic,andblackpepperwith1Tbsp.waterinasmallbowl.Letstand5minutes.

2.Addlimejuice,oil,sugar,and¼tsp.salt.

3.Whisktocombineandsetaside.

4.Placehuskedcorninalargepotofrapidlyboilingwaterandcook10minutes.Rinsewithcoldwateranddrain.

5.Whilecornisboiling,roastthebellpepper;thenchop.

6.Cutoffcookedcornkernels,cuttingasdeeplyaspossiblewithoutgettingcob.

7.Placekernelsinalargebowl,alongwiththechoppedroastedbellpepper.Addjalapeno,tomatoes,andonions.

8.Pourthemixeddressingoverthesalsaandtossgentlytocombine.Refrigerate3-4hoursorovernight.

9.Justbeforeserving,tossagain,taste,andadjustseasoningtoyourliking.Add¼tsp.saltandcilantro,ifyouwish.

10.Servewithwhiteandyellowcornchips.

RaspberryVinaigretteColleenHeatwole

Burton,MI

Makes1-1½cupsdressing


1cupraspberries,freshorfrozenandthawed

¼cupraspberryvinegar

2Tbsp.oliveoil

1Tbsp.honey

¼tsp.drymustard

1.Blendallingredientsinfoodprocessororblender.

2.Refrigerate.

ZestyFrenchDressingErmaRutt

Newmanstown,PA

Makesabout2cupsdressing


1smallonion,chopped

⅔cupvegetableoil

½cupwhitesugar

⅓cupvinegar

2Tbsp.ketchup

1½tsp.Worcestershiresauce

1tsp.salt


1tsp.paprika

½tsp.garlicpowder

½tsp.celeryseed

1.Combineallingredientsinblender.

2.Blenduntilsmooth.

3.Storeinrefrigerator.

FavoriteBalsamicDressingAnnBender

FortDefiance,VA

Makesabout½cupdressing

PrepTime:5minutes

¼cupoliveoil



1clovegarlic

2Tbsp.sugar

⅛tsp.salt

⅛tsp.pepper

1.Combineoliveoil,vinegar,mustard,garlic,sugar,salt,andpepperinblender.

2.Blenduntilsmooth.


CountrySweet-and-SourDressingAnnabelleUnternahrer

Shipshewana,IN

Makesabout3¼cups

PrepTime:5minutes

ChillingTime:1hour

1½cupssugar

½cuplightmayonnaise

1½cupsoliveoil

½tsp.pepper

1½tsp.celeryseed

¾cupcidervinegar

2Tbsp.drymustard

2Tbsp.choppedonions

1.Inablender,combineallingredients.

2.Blendonhighfor2minutes.

3.Refrigerate1hourbeforeserving.Refrigerateanyleftoverdressing.

RanchDressingPatUnternahrer

Wayland,IA

Makes¾cupdressing

PrepTime:5minutes

⅔cupcottagecheese

2Tbsp.milk

1Tbsp.tarragonvinegar

1garlicclove,minced

1Tbsp.slicedgreenonions

1.Blendcottagecheese,milk,vinegar,andgarlicinblenderorfoodprocessor.

2.Addgreenonionsandblendjusttocombine.


Crisps,Cobblers,&Puddings

UltimateAppleCrispJudiManos,WestIslip,NY

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:15minutes


6-8apples(usebakingapplesifyoucanfindthem)

1cupbrownsugar

1cupdryoats,quickorrolled(bothwork,butrolledhavemoretexture)

1cupflour

1Tbsp.cinnamon

1½sticks(¾cup)butter,melted

halfastick(¼cup)butter,cutinpieces

1.Core,peelifyouwant,andsliceapples.Placeinmicrowaveandoven-safebakingdish(aPyrex-typepieplateworkswell).

2.Inaseparatebowl,mixtogetherbrownsugar,oats,flour,andcinnamon.Addmeltedbutterandmixwithaforkuntilthoroughlymixed.

3.Placemixtureontopoftheapples.Microwaveonhigh,uncovered,for10minutes.Letstandfor2minutes.

4.Cutupthehalfstickofbutter,andplaceontopofheatedapplemixture.

5.Placeinovenandbakeat350°for15minutes.

CherryBerryCobblerCarolDiNuzzo,Latham,NY

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


21-oz.cancherrypiefilling

10-oz.pkg.frozenredraspberries,thawedanddrained

1tsp.lemonjuice

½cupflour

¼cupsugar

⅛tsp.salt


1.Inasaucepan,combinepiefilling,raspberries,andlemonjuice.Bringtoaboilovermediumheat.

2.Turnintoagreased1-qt.casserole.

3.Inabowl,mixtogetherflour,sugar,andsalt.Cutinbutteruntilcrumbly.Sprinkleoverfruit.

4.Servewarm(nothot)alone,orovericecream.Desserts

ApplePearCrispChristieDetamore-

Hunsberger

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:20minutes


3to4largeapples,peeledandsliced(usebakingapplesifyoucanfindthem)

3to4largepears,peeledandsliced

½cupsugar

1Tbsp.lemonjuice

1Tbsp.flour

Topping:

1cupflour

1cupbrownsugar

⅔cupdryoats,quickorrolled(rolledhavemoretexture)

½tsp.cinnamon

6Tbsp.coldbutter

1.Inalargebowl,mixtogetherapples,pears,sugar,lemonjuice,andflour.Placeinagreased9x13bakingdish.

2.Inthesamebowl,mixdrytoppingingredients.

3.Cutbutterintochunks.Cutintodrytoppingingredientswithapastrycutterortwoknives.Whentoppingresemblessmallpeas,sprinkleoverfruitmixture.


CranberryPuddingBarbaraJeanFabel

Wausau,WI

Makes9servings

PrepTime:10minutes


Pudding:

2cupsflour

1cupsugar

¼tsp.salt

4tsp.bakingpowder

1cupmilk,ormore

3Tbsp.butter,melted

2cupsrawcranberries,cutinhalf

Sauce:

2cupshalf-and-half

⅔cupsugar

2Tbsp.cornstarch

⅛tsp.salt

2-4Tbsp.butter

1.Tomakepudding,mixingredientstogetherinordernamed.

2.Bakeinagreased9x9bakingpanat400°for30minutes.

3.Whilethepuddingisbaking,makethesaucebyscaldingthehalf-and-half.

4.Inasmallbowl,combinethesugar,cornstarch,andsalt.Whenthoroughlymixedaddtothehothalf-and-halfinthesaucepan.

5.Bringtoaboil,stirringconstantlyuntilmixturethickens.Stirinbutter.

6.Servehotoverhotpudding.

Thishasbeenourfamily’sChristmasdessertfor3generations!

FruitCobblerAbbieChristie

BerkeleyHeights,NJ

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1stick(½cup)butter

1cupflour

1cupmilk

1cupsugar

2tsp.bakingpowder

dashofsalt

3-4cupsfreshfruit


2.Meltbutterinagreased9x9bakingdish.

3.Addallotheringredientsexceptfruit.Stirwell.

4.Arrangefruitontopofdough.

5.Bake40-55minutes,oruntillightlybrownedandfruitistender.

6.Servewarmwithicecreamormilk.

Tip:Usefruitthatisinseason.Themorefruitthebetter!

Inthesummer,wewouldpickblackberriesatmysister-in-law’sfarm,andshewouldmakethisfordessert.IalwaysthinkofherwhenImakeit.

RhubarbCrispCarolynLehmanHenry

Clinton,NY

Makes12servings

PrepTime:30minutes


2qts.rhubarbcutin

1”pieces

1cupsugar

⅓cupflour

Topping:

1cupflour

½cupsugar

½cupbrownsugar

½cupdryrolledoats

½cupbutter,melted

1.Combinefirst3ingredientsandpourintoagreased9x13bakingpan.

2.Combinethetoppingingredientsinamixingbowl.Sprinkleoverrhubarbmixture.


Variation:Speedthingsupbypreparingthisinamicrowave.Placethefirst3ingredientsinagreasedglass9x13bakingpan.Coverwithplasticandmicrowaveonhighfor3minutes.

Afterplacingthetoppingingredientsovertherhubarb,microwavethedishuncoveredonhighfor8-10minutes,oruntiltherhubarbistender.

—WendyNice

Goshen,IN

RhubarbDelightDonnaLantgen

RapidCity,SD

DorlaVerhey

Mitchell,SD

Makes12servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1cupflour

2tsp.sugar

1stick(½cup)butter,melted

1¼cupssugar

3eggyolks,beaten

⅓cupsourcream,orlightcream,orcondensedmilk

2Tbsp.flour

3cupsrhubarb

Meringue:

3eggwhites,whipped

¼cupsugar

1.Combine1cupflour,2tsp.sugar,andbutter.Pressintoagreased9x9bakingpan.


3.Inasaucepan,combine1¼cupssugar,eggyolks,sourcream(orlightcreamorcondensedmilk),2Tbsp.flour,andrhubarb.Cookovermediumheatuntiltherhubarbistenderandstartstothickenandbubble,about½hour.Pourintocrust.

4.Makethemeringuebywhippingeggwhitesinalargebowluntilstiff.Addsugaronetablespoonatatime.

5.Spoonmeringueovertopofrhubarbfilling.Bakeuncoveredat325°for10-15minutes,oruntilmeringueisbrown.

Rhubarb-StrawberryDessertBettyK.Drescher

Quakertown,PA

Makes:6-8servings

PrepTime:10minutes


ChillingTime:3hours

¾cupsugar

3Tbsp.instanttapioca

2cupsboilingwater

2cupsslicedrhubarb

3-oz.boxstrawberrygelatin

1cupwater

¾cupfreshstrawberries

1.Inamedium-sizedsaucepan,combinesugar,tapioca,andboilingwater.Letstand5minutes.Thenbringtoaboil,stirringfrequently.

2.Addrhubarbandsimmerfor5minutes.Removefromheat.

3.Stiringelatinandwater.

4.Whencooledandslightlythickened,addfreshstrawberries.

5.Spoonintoaservingdishandchilluntilset,about3hours.

FrozenFruitSlushIdaStoltzfus

FreeUnion,VA

Makes15-20servings

PrepTime:20minutes

FreezingTime:4-8hours,orovernight

1cupsugar

pinchofsalt

2cupswarmwater

6-oz.canorangejuiceconcentrate

20-oz.canpineappletidbits,undrained

8bananas,sliced

1pt.frozenpeaches,partiallythawed

1-2cupsredorgreengrapes

1.Inalargemixingbowl,dissolvesugarandsaltinwater.

2.Addorangejuiceconcentrateandpineapple.Mixwell.

3.Foldinbananas,peaches,andgrapes.Mixwell.

4.Pourintoa9x13pan.Freeze.

5.Beforeserving,putslushinrefrigeratorfor1-2hours.

Tips:

1.Youcansubstitutemandarinorangesorcannedpeachesforfrozenpeaches.

2.Isometimesputtheslushinto4-or6-oz.containerstofreeze.Individualcupsmakeexcellentlunch-boxingredientsorappetizersforabrunch.

Variation:

1.Reducethenumberofbananasto2.Substitute2cupsslicedfreshorfrozenstrawberriesforthegrapes.

—JanetOberholtzer

Ephrata,PA

Award-WinningIceCreamMonicaLeamanKehr

Portland,MI

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


Churningandfreezingtime(inanelectricice-creammaker):30-40minutes


14-oz.cansweetenedcondensedmilk

1½cupsmilk(2%workswell)

1½cupsheavywhippingcream

2Tbsp.vanilla

1cupsugar

1.Mixallingredientsverywell.Chill.

2.Mixagainbeforepouringintoyouricecreamfreezer.

3.Followyourice-creamfreezer’sdirectionsforchurningandfreezing.

IceCream-in-a-BagAnnabelleUnternahrer

Shipshewana,IN

Makes2+cups

PrepTime:10minutes

ShakingTime:10-15minutes

2cupsskimmilk

⅓cupsugar

1tsp.vanilla

5cupsice

¾cuprocksalt

¼cupwater

1.Ina1-qt.resealablebag,combinemilk,sugar,andvanilla.

2.Ina1-gallonresealablebag,combineice,salt,andwater.Thenaddbagwithicecreammixinit.

3.Closegallonbagverysecurely.Wrapwithaheavytowel.

4.Shake10-15minutes,oruntilicecreamisfrozen.Kidsages3-90lovetomakethisrecipe.

ATip—

Whenworkingwithlargeamountsofsugarinarecipe,measureitalloutaheadoftime,andsetitaside.Thatwayyouwon’tforgethowmuchyouhavealreadyputin.

ChocolateMochaSauceLorraineArnold

Rhinebeck,NY

JaneS.Lippincott

Wynnewood,PA

Makes2cups

PrepTime:5minutes


¾cupunsweetenedcocoapowder

½cupcream

½cupmilk

1Tbsp.butter

1Tbsp.dryinstantcoffee

⅛tsp.salt

1cuplightbrownsugar

½cupsugar

1tsp.vanilla

1.Mixallingredientsexceptvanillainaheavysaucepan.Bringtoaboilovermedium-highheat.

2.Turnheatdownandsimmer5minutes.Whencool,stirinvanilla.

3.Servewithbrowniesorvanillaicecream.

MygrandmothermadethissaucewhenIwasachild.Shewillsoonbe100yearsold,andshenolongercooks.ButmysisterandIstillmakeherrecipes.

Variation:

Substitutefat-freehalf-and-halfforthecream.Itworks!—CassandraLy

Carlisle,PA

ChocolateIceCreamSyrupChristineWeaver

Reinholds,PA

Makes2½-3cups

PrepTime:5minutes


¾cupsemi-sweetchocolatechips,or6squaresunsweetenedchocolate

3Tbsp.butter(nosubstitutes)

2cupssugar


1.Microwavethechocolateandbutterinamicrowave-safedish,stirringafewtimes,forapproximately3-4minutes.

2.Transferchocolatetoaheavysaucepan.Addsugarandmilkalternately,stirringuntilblended.

3.Cook15minutesoverlowheat,stirringfrequently.

4.Servewarmovericecream.Refrigerateleftovers.

HotFudgeSauceDorisBachman

Putnam,IL

Makes1½-2cups

PrepTime:12minutes


1cupsugar

⅓cupunsweetenedcocoapowder

2Tbsp.,+1tsp.,flour

pinchofsalt

1cupwater

1Tbsp.butter

1.Inasaucepan,mixalldryingredientstogetherwell.

2.Pourinwater,stirringuntilwellmixed.Addbutterandbringtoaboil.

3.Cookslowlyfor8minutes,stirringoften.

ATip—

Whenhavingagroupforameal,doasmuchaspossibleinadvance—setthetable,peelthepotatoesandcoverthemwithcoldwater,andsoon.Doittheeveningbeforeifyoucan.

BlueberrySauceJeannineDougherty

Tyler,TX

Makes2½cups

PrepTime:5minutes


¼-½cupsugar,accordingtoyourtastepreference

2tsp.cornstarch

pinchofsalt

½cupwater

2cupsfreshorfrozenblueberries

2tsp.lemonjuice

1.Inamedium-sizedsaucepan,combinesugar,cornstarch,andsalt.Mixwell.

2.Addwaterandblueberries.Mixwell.

3.Bringmixturetoaboil,stirringconstantly.Cookuntilthickandtranslucent.

4.Removefromheatandstirinlemonjuice.

Here’sagreatdessert—orquickmeal:placeawaffleoracoupleofthinpancakesonaplate.Addascoopofgoodicecreamandcoverwithwarmblueberrysauce.

Whencold,thissauceisalsoverygoodoverplainicecream,yogurt,orcottagecheese.Orserveitasatoppingforpoundcakeorangelfoodcake.

RaspberrySauceJenniferKuh

BayVillage,OH

Makes2cupssauce

PrepTime:5minutes

12-oz.bagfrozenraspberries

½cupconfectionerssugar

¼tsp.lemonjuice

¼cupamaretto

1.Blendallingredientsinablenderuntilsmooth.

2.Pour/drainthroughastrainertoseparateseeds.

3.Serveoverpoundcake,icecream,frozenyogurt,yogurt,chocolatemousse,pancakes,orwaffles.

4.Refrigerateunusedportion.

ATip—

Ifyou’reusingarecipethatcallsforbeateneggsandshortening,breaktheeggsintoameasuringcupbeforeyouusethecuptomeasuretheshortening.Then,whenyouusethecupfortheshortening,itwillsliprightout.

LemonButterLoisNiebauer

Pedricktown,NJ

Makes3½cups

PrepTime:20minutes


3largelemons

4largeeggs

1cupsugar

2cupswater

2-3Tbsp.butter

3heapingTbsp.cornstarch

1.Washlemons.Finelygratetheyellowpartoftheskins.Setaside.

2.Squeezejuiceoflemons.Getridofseeds.

3.Inasmallbowl,beateggstobreakuptheeggwhites.

4.Inasaucepan,combineallingredients.Bringtoalowboil,stirringconstantly.

5.Whenmixturethickens,removefromheat.Pourintoabowlandchill.

6.Serveasasidedishlikeapplesauce,orovercakeorgingerbread.

OreoIceCreamDessertWandaMarshall

Massillon,OH

Makes12-15servings

PrepTime:20minutes


30Oreocookies

¼cupmeltedbutter

2Tbsp.instantcoffeepowder

½gallonvanillaicecream,partiallysoftened

⅔cupchocolatesyrup

saltedpecans

1.CrushOreocookiesandmixwithmeltedbutter.Coverbottomof9x13panwiththemixture.

2.Blendcoffeeintosoftenedicecreamusingmixer.Dropspoonfulsoficecreamoverthecrust.Carefullyspreadthemixtureoverthecookiecrust,beingcarefulnottodisturbthecrust.

3.Pourchocolatesyrupovericecream.Swirlchocolatesyrupthroughicecreamusingatableknife.

4.Sprinklesaltedpecansovertopandplaceinfreezer.

5.Freezefor8hours,orovernight,beforecuttingintopiecestoserve.

Variations:

1.Usehotfudgesauceinsteadofchocolatesauce.

2.Usepeanutsinsteadofpecans.

3.Afterfreezing(Step5),spreadan8-oz.containerofthawedwhippedtoppingoverthenuts.Thentopwithacupofcookiecrumbs.Freezeagainfor4hoursbeforecuttingtoserve.

—PamHochstedler

Kalona,IA

FrozenHeathBarMochaMousseIdaStoltzfus

FreeUnion,VA

Makes15-18servings


ChillingTime:30-60minutes


ThawingTime:1hour

1½cupscrushedOreocookies

¼cupbutter,melted

2¾cupscoldmilk

23.9-oz.pkgs.instantchocolatepudding

3tsp.instantcoffeepowder

2Tbsp.hotwater

1icecube

8ozs.frozenwhippedtopping,thawed

1cup,plus2Tbsp.,crushedHeathBars,divided

1.MixcrushedOreosandbutter.Pressintoa9x13pan.Putintofreezeruntilpuddingismade.

2.Inamixingbowl,stirtogetherpuddingandmilk.Chilluntilofsoft-setconsistency.

3.Mixcoffeepowderwithhotwaterinamuguntildissolved.Addicecubeuntilmixturecools.Removeanyremainingcube.

4.Foldcooledcoffeeandwhippedtoppingintosoft-setpuddinguntilblended.

5.Add1cupcrushedHeathBars.

6.Spoonintocookiecrustinpan,beingcarefulnottodisturbthecrustcrumbs.

7.Garnishwith2tablespoonscrushedHeathBars.

8.Freezefor6hours,orovernight.

9.Thawinrefrigeratorfor1hourpriortoserving.

CaramelPuddingEstherS.Martin

Ephrata,PA

Makes16servings

PrepTime:10minutes




2cupsbrownsugar

½cupwater

2qts.milkpinchofsalt

6eggs

5roundedTbsp.cornstarch

5roundedTbsp.flour

1Tbsp.vanilla

whippedtoppingorwhippedcream

1.Inheavysaucepan,meltbutter.Addbrownsugar.Bringtoaboilandcontinuesimmeringuntilmixturebrowns.Stiroccasionallysoitdoesn’tstickandburn.

2.Removefromheatandaddwater.Stirinmilkandsalt.Returnpantostoveoverlow

heat.

3.Inablender,mixeggs,cornstarch,andflour.

4.Addtocaramel-milkmixtureandheatuntilboiling,stirringconstantlyorwhiskingasmixturethickens.

5.Removefromstoveandaddvanilla.

6.Pourintotwoservingdishes.

7.Chill.Topwithwhippedtoppingorwhippedcreamjustbeforeserving.

RicePuddingJudyKoczo

Plano,IL

Makes6servings

PrepTime:30minutes



1⅓cupsuncooked,convertedrice

½cupsugar

pinchofsalt

½tsp.nutmeg

2Tbsp.butter

1tsp.vanilla

5cupsmilk


2eggyolks

3Tbsp.milk

whippedtopping,optional

cinnamon,optional

1.Combineallingredients—excepteggyolksand3Tbsp.milk—inapan.Coverandcookoverlowheat.Afteritcomestoaslowboil,cookfor20minutes.

2.Whilericeiscooking,beat2eggyolkswith3tablespoonsmilkinasmallbowl.

3.Whenriceiscooked,removericefromheat.Addegg-yolkmixtureimmediately.

4.Refrigerateuntilchilledandthenserve.Garnishwithwhippedtoppingandsprinklesofcinnamon,ifyouwish.

TapiocaPuddingMiriamChristophel

Goshen,IN

Makes5servings

PrepTime:10minutes


CookingTime:20minutes-2hours

3Tbsp.dryinstanttapioca

⅓cupsugar

⅛tsp.salt

1egg,beaten

3cupsmilk

¾tsp.vanilla

1.Ina2-quartsaucepan,combineallingredientsexceptvanilla.Letstand5minutes.

2.Bringingredientstoaboil,stirringconstantly.Boilfor1minute.

3.Removefromheat.Stirinvanilla.

4.Stironceaftercoolingfor20minutes.

5.Servewarmorcold.

Thisisgoodjustasitis,orwithaslicedbananaandsomewhippedcreamstirredin.Itisourkids’favoritedessert.Ilikeitbecauseitisn’tassweetassomepuddingsare.

Strawberr-i-ocaPaulineHindal

Grandin,MI

Makes12servings

PrepTime:15minutes


ChillingTime:4hours

4cupswater

1cupsugar

¾cupdryminutetapioca

¼tsp.salt

23-oz.pkgs.strawberrygelatin

1qt.partiallyfrozenstrawberries

2bananas,optional

1-2cupswhippedtoppingorwhippedcream

1.Ina4-quartsaucepanmixtogetherwater,sugar,tapioca,andsalt.Cookonhigh,stirringuntilsugarisdissolvedandmixturecomestoaboil.Turntomedium-lowandcontinuecookingfor10minutes,stirringfrequently.

2.Removefromheat.Addgelatinandstiruntildissolved.

3.Addpartiallyfrozenstrawberriesandslicedbananas,ifyouwish.

4.Pourintoaservingbowlandrefrigerateuntilsoft-set.

5.Foldinwhippedtoppingandrefrigerateuntilfullyset.

BreadPuddingBettyMoore

Plano,IL

Makes15servings

PrepTime:20minutes


4cupsmilk

¼tsp.salt

1cupsugar

2Tbsp.butter

4eggs,beaten

4cupscubedbread

1tsp.vanilla

½cupraisins,optional

VanillaSauce:

½cupsugar

1Tbsp.cornstarch

⅛tsp.salt

¼tsp.nutmeg

1cupwater

1tsp.vanilla

2Tbsp.butter

1.Inamedium-sizedsaucepan,scaldmilk.Whenithasformedaskin,stirinsalt,sugar,andbutter.

2.Beateggsinalargemixingbowl.Pourthescaldedmilkmixtureslowlyoverthebeateneggs.Mixwell.

3.Foldinbreadcubesandvanilla.

4.Stirinraisins,ifyouwish.

5.Spoonintoagreased9x13bakingpan.Bakeuncoveredat350°for1hour.

6.Whilethebreadisbaking,makethevanillasaucebycombininginthesaucepan,thesugar,cornstarch,salt,andnutmeg.Stirinwaterandvanilla.

7.Cookovermediumheat,stirringcontinuously,untilsauceisthickandclear.

8.Stirinbutter.Spreadsauceovertopofbreadpuddingassoonasitcomesoutoftheoven.

9.Servewarmorcold.

Variation:InsteadoftheVanillaSauce,blend2cupsfreshorfrozenstrawberriesinafoodprocessor.Stirin¼cupsugar.Serveoverwarmbreadpudding.

—EleanorJ.Ferreira

NorthChelmsford,MA

ATip—

Whenbuyingbakewareandkitchentools,spendtheextramoneyforgoodquality.

FruityBreadPuddingwithBrandySauceSonyaReimer

SalisburyMills,NY

Makes10-12servings

PrepTime:20minutes


Cooling/StandingTime:25minutes

15slicesofbread,or1loafofFrenchbread


2½cupsmilk

1stick(½cup)butter,cutintopieces

5eggs,wellbeaten

2cupssugar

1GrannySmithapple,peeledanddiced,oranotherfirm,tartapple

10-oz.pkg.frozenpeaches,choppedanddrained

½cupraisins

1tsp.allspice

1tsp.nutmeg

1½tsp.cinnamon

1Tbsp.vanilla

BrandySauce,optional:

2cupssugar

1Tbsp.lemonjuice

1stick(½cup)butter

2largeeggs,lightlybeaten

2largeeggyolks

1tsp.vanilla

⅓cupbrandy

1.Tearbreadintopiecesandplaceinalargeglassbowl.

2.Inasaucepan,overlowheat,combineevaporatedmilk,milk,andbutter.Heatuntilbutterismeltedandmilkishot.

3.Pouroverbread,mixwell,andletstandfor10minutes.

4.Combinebeateneggs,sugar,apple,peaches,andraisins.Stirintobread.

5.Combineallspice,nutmeg,cinnamon,andvanilla.Stirintobread.

6.Pourintoalightlygreased9x13bakingpan.Setbakingpanintoalargerbakingpanwith1inchofwaterinit.

7.Bakeat350°for1hour.Cool15minutes.

8.Servehotorcold,withorwithoutbrandysauce.

9.Ifyouwanttoincludethesauce,makeitwhilethebreadisbaking.Heatsugarandlemonjuiceinasaucepanovermediumheat.Stiroftenuntilmixtureturnslightbrown.

10.Inanotherpan,overlowheat,meltbutter.Removefromheat.Whipeggsandeggyolkswithbutteruntilblended.

11.Addvanillaandbrandytosugar/lemonjuicemixture.Mixwell.

12.Slowlybeatbrandy/sugarmixtureintoeggmixture.

13.Returntostoveandheatoverlowheatuntilsaucethickens.

14.Spoonwarmsauceoverbreadpuddingjustbeforeserving.

Tips:

1.Thebreadpuddingisbestservedwarm.

2.Keepanyleftoversauceinthefridge.Reheatitinthemicrowavewhenyou’rereadytouseit.

3.Freezingthebreadpuddingmayaffectitstexture.

4.Thisisagreatdishforbreakfastordessert.

PumpkinGingerSquaresMargaretCulbert,Lebanon,PA

GinaHargitt,Quinter,KS

Makes16-20servings

PrepTime:20minutes


ChillingTime:2hours

1cupflour

½cupdryquickoats

½cupbrownsugar


2cupspumpkin


2eggs

¾cupsugar

½tsp.salt

1tsp.cinnamon

½tspginger

½cupchoppedpecansorwalnuts

½cupbrownsugar

2Tbsp.butter,melted

1.Inalargemixingbowl,mixtogetherflour,quickoats,and½cupbrownsugar.Whenwellblended,cutin½cupbutterwithapastrycutteruntilmixtureiscrumbly.

2.Pressintothebottomofalightlygreased9x13bakingpan.Bakeat350°for15minutes.

3.Inthesamemixingbowl,combinepumpkin,evaporatedmilk,eggs,sugar,salt,cinnamon,andginger.Mixwell.

4.Spoonpumpkinmixtureoverbakedcrust,beingcarefulnottodisturbthecrumbs.Returntoovenandbakeanother20minutesat350°.

5.Meanwhile,combinepecansorwalnuts,½cupbrownsugarand2Tbsp.meltedbutter.Sprinkleoverbakedpumpkin.

6.Returntoovenandbake15-20minutesmoreat350°.

7.Allowtocoolcompletelybeforecuttingintosquarestoserve.

ATip—

Whenarecipecallsforeggs,breakthemintoaseparatebowlorcup.Youcanremoveanylooseshellsbeforeaddingtheeggstotherecipeyou’repreparing.

PumpkinCreamEstherJ.Mast

Lancaster,PA

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:5minutes



2cupspumpkin,cannedorfreshlysieved

2cupsmilk

4Tbsp.cornstarch

1cupsugar

1tsp.salt

1tsp.cinnamon

½tsp.nutmeg

2eggs,beaten

1tsp.coldwater

8-oz.containerwhippedtopping

1.Combinepumpkinandmilkinamicrowavabledish.Microwaveonhighfor10-15minutes,oruntilliquidreachesboilingpoint.

2.Inamixingbowl,mixtogethercornstarch,sugar,salt,cinnamon,andnutmeg.Beatintheeggsandwater.

3.Stirintothepumpkin/milkmixtureandmicrowaveonhighanadditional5minutes,oruntilthickened.

4.Chillinrefrigerator.

5.Reservesomeofthewhippedtoppingasagarnishandmixtheremainderintothecooled,thickenedpumpkin.

Thisisacreamyalternativetopumpkinpie,withmuchlesswork.

Mother’sPumpkinPuddingDawnRanck,Lansdale,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes

BakingTime:1hour

2eggs,beaten

2cupsmashedpumpkin

½cupsugar

1Tbsp.flour

¼tsp.salt

½cupgratedcoconut

dashofcinnamon

dashofnutmeg

1cupmilk

8full-sizedmarshmallows

1.Combineallingredientsexceptmarshmallowsinalargemixingbowl.

2.Pourintoagreased9x13bakingdish.


4.Topwithmarshmallows.Bakeanadditional30minutes.

5.Servewarmorchilled.

LemonAlmondTorteKathyHertzler

Lancaster,PA

Makes10servings




2sticks(1cup)butter,softened

1cupsugar

1½cupsfinelygroundalmonds,divided

4largeeggs

1tsp.vanilla

1tsp.lemonextract

1tsp.almondextract

1Tbsp.gratedlemonrind

1cupflour

1tsp.bakingpowder

¼tsp.salt

¼cupfreshlemonjuice

Glaze:

¼cupfreshlemonjuice

1½-2cupsconfectionerssugar

10wholealmonds,optional

1.Inalargeelectricmixingbowl,creamtogetherbutter,sugar,and1cupfinelygroundalmondsuntilfluffy.

2.Addeggs,oneatatime,beatingwellaftereachaddition.

3.Add3extractsandlemonrind.Beatagaintoincorporate.

4.Inaseparatemixingbowl,stirtogetherflour,bakingpowder,andsalt.Addtocreamedmixturealternatelywithlemonjuice.

5.Spoonbatterintoagreasedandfloured8”springformpan.

6.Bakeat350°for50minutes.Coolfor15minutes.Releasespringformpan.

7.Whilecakeisstillwarm,andwiththepansidesremoved,whisktogetherlemonjuiceandconfectionerssugartomaketheglaze.

8.Spreadglazegenerouslyovertopandsidesofcake.Sprinkleremaininggroundalmondsoverglazewhileitisstillwet.Garnishwithwholealmondsifyouwish.

CoconutAlmondCrunchSarahMiller

Harrisonburg,VA

SherriGrindle

Goshen,IN

Makes9servings

PrepTime:20minutes




¼cupbrownsugar


1cupgratedcoconut

1cupflour

3-oz.boxinstantvanillapudding

3-oz.boxinstantcoconutpudding

2⅔cupsmilk

8-oz.containerfrozenwhippedtopping,thawed

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combinebutter,brownsugar,almonds,coconut,andflouruntilmixturebecomescrumbly.

2.Spreadcrumbsoutonalargebakingsheet.

3.Bakeat350°for25-30minutes,stirringaboutevery10minutes.

4.Meanwhile,beatpuddingsandmilkinanelectricmixeratlowspeed1-2minutes.Slowlyfoldinwhippedtopping.

5.Layerhalfthebakedcrumbsinthebottomofaglassservingbowl.Spoonallthepuddingoverthecrumbs.Topwiththeremainingcrumbs.

6.Chill1-2hours.

Variations:

1.Use2boxesinstantvanillapuddinganddropthecoconutpudding,ifyouprefer.—DoloresMetzler

Lewistown,PA

2.Insteadof2boxespuddingand2⅔cupsmilk,use1boxinstantFrenchvanillapuddingand1⅓cupsmilk.PrepareaccordingtoStep4above.

InStep5,afterspooningpuddingintotheservingbowl,slice2or3bananasoverthepudding.Thentopwithcrumbs.

—KathyBless

Fayetteville,PA

ColossalCaramelAppleTrifle

JaneHindal

Grandin,MI

Makes35-40servings

PrepTime:35minutes



1pkg.yellowcakemix

6cupscoldmilk

33.4-oz.pkgs.instantvanillapudding

1tsp.cinnamon

12.25-oz.containerofcaramelicecreamtopping

1½cupschoppedpecans,divided

221-oz.cansapplepiefilling

216-oz.cartonsfrozenwhippedtopping,thawed

1.Makecakeaccordingtopackagedirections.Bakeintwogreased9”roundcakepans.

2.Cool10minutesinpansbeforeremovingtowirerackstocoolcompletely.

3.Inalargebowl,whiskmilk,drypuddingmix,andcinnamonfor2minutes.Letstand2minutesoruntilsoft-set.

4.Cut(ifnecessary)onecakelayertofitevenlyinaclear8-qt.punchbowl.Pokeholesincakewithalongwoodenskewer.Graduallypour⅓ofthecarameltoppingoverthecake.

5.Sprinklewith½cuppecansandspreadwithhalfthepuddingmixture.

6.Spoononecanpiefillingoverpudding.

7.Spreadonecartonwhippedtoppingoverpiefilling.

8.Topwithremainingcakeandrepeatlayers.

9.Drizzlewithremainingcarameltoppingandsprinklewithremainingpecans.

TipsforbuildingthisColossus:

1.Ifyourpunchbowlislargerinthemiddlethanatthebottomandtop,usethecut-offpiecesofcakefromthefirstlayertofillinaroundtheedgesofthecakeonthesecondlayer.

2.Again,ifyourbowlislargerinthemiddlethanatthebottomandtop,you’llneedascantthirdofthecarameltoppingonthefirstlayer,andmorethanathirdonthesecondlayer.

3.Whenspreadingthetoplayerofwhippedtopping,usethebackofalargespoontoevenitout.Thentouchthespoonhere-and-theretothetoppingandlifttoformpeaks.

ATip—

Buyanoventhermometersoyoucancheckyouroven’strueheatandtemperature.

AppleBakeBarbaraSparks,GlenBurnie,MD

Makes6-8servings



⅔cupsugar

¾cupflour

pinchofsalt

1½tsp.bakingpowder

½tsp.cinnamon,ortotaste

2eggs

¾tsp.vanilla

¾cupchoppednuts

1½cupsGalaapples,chopped,orotherbakingapple,peeledorunpeeled

alittlewatertothin

1.Lightlygreasean8”or9”pieplate.

2.Thoroughlymixallingredientsandspreadinpieplate.

3.Bakeat350°for20-30minutes,untiltopisbrowned.(Themixwillpuffuptofitthepieplate.)

Variation:Cutthecakeintowedgesandspoonthefollowingwarmsauceovertop:

1cupsugar

1stick(½cup)butter,cutinpieces

½cupheavycream

1tsp.vanilla

Placeallingredientsinasaucepan.Stir.Bringtoaboilovermedium-highheat.Cook3minutes,stirringfrequently.

—ChristineHeuser

Farmingdale,NJ

GooeyAppleDumplingsKathyDeal,Noblesville,IN

Makes8servings



28”piecrusts,unbaked

3-4firmbakingapples(GrannySmitharegood)

8tsp.brownsugar

8tsp.butter

8dashesofcinnamon

Syrup:

1cupsugar

2cupswater

3Tbsp.butter

¼tsp.cinnamon

1.Inamedium-sizedsaucepan,mixthesyrupingredientstogether.Boil3minutes,watchingcarefullythatthemixturedoesn’tboilover.

2.Meanwhile,cutthepiecrustsintoquarters.

3.Dividesliced,paredapplesoverthecrustquarters.Topeachwith1teaspoonbrownsugar,1teaspoonbutter,andadashofcinnamon.

4.Wrapupeachdumpling.Sealtheseamwithadabofwater.

5.Placeinagreased9x13bakingpan.Poursyrupovertop.


AppleCustardDessertBarbaraSmith

Bedford,PA

Makes12servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1pkg.butterrecipegoldencakemix

1cupshreddedorflakedcoconut


6cupsslicedfirmbakingapples,approximately6apples

1cupwater

¼cuplemonjuice

whippedtoppingoricecream

1.Combinedrycakemixandcoconutinalargebowl.Cutinbutterwithapastrycutter.

2.Placeslicedapplesinagreased9x13bakingdish.Sprinklecrumbmixtureoverapples.

3.Inasmallbowl,combinewaterandlemonjuice.Pouroverapplesandcrumbs.

4.Bakeat350°for35-45minutes,oruntillightlybrownedandset.

5.Coolslightlyandservewithwhippedtoppingoricecream.

AppleDandyEileenEash

Carlsbad,NM

Makes12servings

PrepTime:20minutes


2cupsflour

½tsp.bakingpowder

1½cups,plus1Tbsp.,sugar,divided

½tsp.salt

¾cupshortening

6Tbsp.milk

6cupsslicedfirmapples,peeledorunpeeled

1tsp.cinnamon,divided

½cupbutter

1¾cupsboilingwater

1.Inalargemixingbowl,stirtogetherflour,bakingpowder,1Tbsp.sugar,andsalt.

2.Cutinshorteninguntilcrumbly.Stirinmilkandblendwell.

3.Dividedoughinhalf.Rolleachpieceintoa10x14rectangle.

4.Placeonepieceinthebottomofa9x13bakingpan.(Reservetheotherpiece.)

5.Inthelargemixingbowl,combineapples,½cupsugar,and½tsp.cinnamon.Pourintopastrycrust.

6.Placesecondpastrycrustontopofapples.Whenyou’veevenlycoveredtheapples,cuttheunbakedDandyinto12pieces,cuttingthroughalllayers.

7.Inthelargemixingbowl,combinetheremaining1cupsugar,½tsp.cinnamon,butter,andwater.Stiruntilbutterismeltedandsugarisdissolved.Pouroverdoughandapples.

8.Bakeat400°untilapplesaretenderandtopislightlybrowned,about30-40minutes.

AlmondBakeJeanneAllen

Rye,CO

Makes10-12servings

PrepTime:25minutes


2½cupswhiteoryellowcakemix

1egg,beaten

¼cupbutter,melted

1tsp.almondextract


2eggs

2½cups,plus2-4Tbsp.,confectionerssugar

½cupslicedalmonds

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combinecakemix,egg,butter,andextract.Spreadinagreased9x13bakingpan.

2.Inthesamemixingbowl,blendcheeseandeggs.Addconfectionerssugar.Mixwell.

3.Spoonoverbottomlayer,spreadingcarefully.Sprinklealmondsovertop.

4.Bakeat350°for30minutes,oruntilgoldenbrown.Sprinklewithconfectionerssugar.Servewarmwithwhippedcreamoricecream.

ButterRumBananasShariJensen

Fountain,CO

Makes4servings

PrepTime:5minutes


2Tbsp.butter

½cupsugar

2Tbsp.water

2Tbsp.lightrum

½Tbsp.lemonjuice

gratedrindofhalfalemon

½tsp.vanillaorrumflavoring

4smallbananas,peeledandhalved

whippingcreamoricecream

1.Meltbutterinalargeskillet.Addsugarandwater.Stirwell.Cookuntilreducedtoheavysyrup,stirringoccasionallysothemixturedoesn’tsticktothebottomofthepan.

2.Addrum,lemonjuice,rind,andyourchoiceofflavoring.Cook2minutes,oruntilgoldenincolor.

3.Removefromstoveandaddbananapieces.Plungethemintothesyrup,coveringthemaswellaspossible.

4.Servewarm,nothot,toppedwithadollopofwhippedcreamoralongsidescoopsoficecream.

BlueberryCrinkleMakes6-8servings



½cupbrownsugar

¾cupdryquickoats

½cupflour,whiteorwholewheat

½tsp.cinnamon

dashofsalt


4cupsblueberries,freshorfrozen

2Tbsp.sugar


2Tbsp.lemonjuice

½tsp.gratedlemonpeel

1.Inalargebowl,combinebrownsugar,oats,flour,cinnamon,andsalt.Cutinbuttertomakecrumbs.Setaside.

2.Inaseparatebowl,stirtogetherblueberries,sugar,tapioca,lemonjuice,andlemonpeel.

3.Spoonintoagreased8”squarebakingpan.Sprinklecrumbsoverblueberries.


BlueberryTartSusanKasting

Jenks,OK

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:20minutes

CookingandBakingTime:25minutes


1pkg.frozenpuffpastry,thawed

1egg

3Tbsp.water,divided

½cup,plus2Tbsp.,sugar,divided

3½cupsblueberries,freshorfrozen


2tsp.finelygratedlemonpeel

1Tbsp.lemonjuice

1.Rolldoughintoa12”square.Fitinto10”tartorpiepan.Cutoffexcessdough.

2.Rolloutscrapsandcutintosmallshapeswithcookiecutters.

3.Inasmallbowl,beattogethereggand1Tbsp.water.Withapastrybrush,brushsidesoftartandsmallcut-outswitheggwash.Sprinkletartshellandcut-outswith2Tbsp.sugar.

4.Laycut-outsinacakepan.Placeinoven,alongwiththetartshell.Bakeat400°for12-15minutes,untilgoldenbrown.

5.Whilethepastryisbakingcombineinasaucepan,theblueberries,½cupsugar,2Tbsp.water,tapioca,lemonpeel,andlemonjuice.Bringtoaboiluntilberriesburst.

6.Lowertemperatureandsimmeruntiltapiocadissolves(about10minutes)andmixturehasthickened.Stiroccasionally.

7.Pourberrymixtureintoshell.Laypastrycut-outsovertop.

8.Chillfor1-2hoursbeforeserving.

Mom’sCherryPuddingCakeWillardE.Roth

Elkhart,IN

Makes6servings



1cupsugar


1egg,beaten

1tsp.bakingsoda

1cupflour

15-oz.canpittedredsourcherries,divided,juicereserved

1Tbsp.cornstarch

1.Inalargemixingbowl,creambutterandsugar.Stirinegg.

2.Inaseparatebowl,mixtogetherbakingsodaandflour.Stirintothecreamedmixture

untilwellblended.

3.Foldin1cupcherries(reservethejuiceandanyremainingcherries).

4.Spreadintoan8”roundcakepan.


6.Whilethecakeisbakingmaketheglaze.Pourthereservedjuicefromthecherriesintoasaucepan.Stirincornstarch.Cookovermediumheatuntilthickened,stirringconstantly.Stirinremainingcherries.Servewarmoverwarmpuddingcake.

Thisisafamilyfavorite,preparedforgenerationswithoutaformalrecipe.

BerryBerryGoodDessertKatrinaEberly,Stevens,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:15minutes

ChillingTime:1hour

8ozs.creamcheese,softened

23.4-oz.pkgs.instantvanillapudding

3cupsmilk

1qt.freshberriesofyourchoice—blueberries,strawberries,orraspberries

1cupwhippedtopping


1.Inalargemixingbowl,beatcreamcheeseuntilsoftandcreamy.Stirindrypuddingmixandmilk.Blendwelluntilsmoothandsoft.

2.Foldinfruituntilwellblended.Thenfoldinwhippedtoppingandmarshmallows.

3.Chillandserve.

Tips:

1.Bananasorfreshpeachesalsoworkwellinthisrecipe.

2.Imakethiswithallfat-freeingredientsanditisdelicious.

3.Beware:leftoversofthisdessertcangetwatery.

ChocolateRaspberryTortePamMcAllister

Wooster,OH

Makes10-12servings

PrepTime:35minutes


CookingTime:1hour

18.25-oz.pkg.chocolatecakemix


¾cupcoldmilk

3.4-oz.pkg.instantvanillapudding


2cupsfreshraspberries

confectionerssugar

freshmintandadditionalraspberries,optional

1.Preparethecakeaccordingtopackagedirections,using3greasedandfloured9”roundcakepans.

2.Bakeat350°for25-30minutes,oruntiltoothpickinsertedincentercomesoutclean.

3.Coolfor10minutesinpan.Removefrompanstowirerackstocoolcompletely.

4.Whilethecakeisbaking,beatthecreamcheeseinamixingbowluntilfluffy.

5.Inaseparatebowl,combinemilkandpudding.Addtocreamcheesemixtureandmixwell.

6.Foldwhippedtoppingandraspberriesintocreamymixture.

7.Placeonecakelayeronaservingplate.Spreadwithhalfthecreamyfruitfilling.Repeatlayers,endingwithacakelayer.

8.Justbeforeserving,dustwithconfectionerssugar.Garnishwithmintleavesandraspberriesifyouwish.Storeintherefrigeratoruntilthemomentyou’rereadytoserve.

Tip:Youcansubstituteslicedfreshstrawberriesforraspberries.

ATip—

Uselightbrownsugarforacaramelflavor.Usedarkbrownsugarwhenyoupreferamolassesflavorandcolor.

GrahamCrackerPuddingCakeSandiDegan,Kintnersville,PA

Makes18-24servings



Cake:

25.1-oz.boxesinstantvanillapudding

3cupsmilk

8ozs.frozenwhippedtopping,thawed

14-oz.boxgrahamcrackers

Frosting:

2ozs.chocolate


3Tbsp.milk

1tsp.vanilla

1tsp.lightcornsyrup

3Tbsp.meltedbutter

1.Inalargemixingbowl,mixpuddingandmilkuntilthickened.Foldinwhippedtopping.

2.Layerbottomof9x13dishwithwholegrahamcrackers.Topwithone-thirdofthepudding.

3.Repeatlayers,endingwithalayerofcrackers.

4.Meltthechocolateeitherinthemicrowaveorinadoubleboiler.

5.Mixmeltedchocolate,confectionerssugar,milk,vanilla,cornsyrup,andmeltedbuttertogether.

6.Covertopcrackerlayerwithfrosting.

7.Refrigerate12-24hours.

ChocolateChipDateCakeShariJensen

Fountain,CO

RebeccaMeyerkorth

Wamego,KS

Makes9servings

PrepTime:20minutes


1cupchoppeddates

1½cupsboilingwater

1¾tsp.bakingsoda,divided

½cupbutter,atroomtemperature

1cupsugar

1½cupsflour

2eggs

1tsp.vanilla

Topping:

½cupsugar

½cupchoppedwalnuts

6-oz.pkg.chocolatechips

1.Combinedates,boilingwater,and1tsp.bakingsodainasmallbowl.Letcool.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,creamtogetherbutterandsugar.

3.Inaseparatebowl,combineflourand¾tsp.bakingsoda.Stirintocreamedmixture.

4.Addeggsandvanilla.Stirwell.

5.Stirincooleddates.

6.Pourintoalightlygreased9”squarebakingdish.

7.Maketoppingbycombiningsugar,walnuts,andchocolatechips.Sprinkleovercakebatter.

8.Bakeat375°for30-35minutes.(Warning:Thecakewilllikelysinkinthemiddle.Despitethat,it’sreadytoservewhenatoothpickinsertedinthecentercomesoutclean.)Servewarmorcold.

ATip—

Trybakingwithglasspansandmetalpanstoseewhichyouprefer.Youmayhavetolowertheoventemperatureby25-50degreeswhencookinginglasspanstopreventburning.

Variation:BakethecakeaccordingtoStep8aftercompletingStep6above.Inotherwords,eliminatethetopping.Instead,makethefollowingsauce,cubethefinishedcake,andlayerthecakeandsaucetogetherinaservingbowl.

Sauce:

3-4Tbsp.flour

½cupcoldwater

1cupbrownsugar

1½cupshotwater

1Tbsp.butter

1tsp.vanilla

pinchofsalt

whippedcream

1.Combineflourandcoldwaterinajarwithatight-fittinglid.Shakeuntilwellmixedandwithoutlumps.Setaside.

2.Combinethebrownsugar,hotwater,butter,vanilla,andsaltinasaucepan.Bringtoagentlyboil.

3.Shakeflour-watermixtureagain.Thenpourslowlyintoboilingsyrupmixtureinsaucepan.Stirconstantlyuntilmixturethickensandbecomessmooth.

4.Coolsaucetoroomtemperature.

5.Toserve,breakthecakeintosmallpieces.Inaservingbowl,placealayerofcakecubes.Topwithsauce.Continuelayeringuntilallcakeandallsauceareused.Topwithwhippedcream.

LemonFluff

HelenJ.Myers

SilverSpring,MD

ArletaPetersheim

Haven,KS

Makes15-20servings

PrepTime:20minutes




1½cupsflour

1cupchoppednuts,divided



23-oz.pkgs.instantlemonpudding

3½cupscoldmilk


1.Beatsoftbutterandflourtogether.Spreadinagreased9x13bakingpan.

2.Sprinkle½cupnutsovertop,pushingslightlyintodough.

3.Bakeat350°for12-15minutes.Removefromoven.Cool.

4.Beatcreamcheeseuntilfluffy.Stirinsugaruntilwellmixed.Spreadmixturecarefullyovercrust,beingsurenottopullupthecrustasyougo.

5.Inamixingbowl,mixpuddingwithmilk.Whenthickened,spreadovercreamcheeselayer.

6.Topwithwhippedtopping.Garnishwithremainingnuts.

Variation:Replacelemonpuddingandnutswithvanillapuddingandcoconut,orwithchocolatepuddingandnuts.

PeanutButterandHotFudgePuddingCakeBernadetteVeenstra

Rockford,MI

Makes8servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1cupflour

1½cupssugar,divided

1½tsp.bakingpowder

⅔cupmilk

2Tbsp.oil

1tsp.vanilla

½cuppeanutbutter

6Tbsp.cocoapowder

2cupshotwater

1.Inalargemixingbowl,mixtogetherflour,½cupsugar,andbakingpowder.

2.Addmilk,oil,andvanilla.Stiruntilsmooth.

3.Stirinpeanutbutter.

4.Placemixtureinagreased9x13bakingpan.

5.Inasmallbowl,combine1cupsugarandcocoapowder.Sprinkleontop.

6.Pourwaterovereverything.


HotFudgeSundaeCakeCricketTurley,DodgeCity,KS

Makes9servings

PrepTime:15minutes



1cupflour

¾cupsugar

2Tbsp.,plus¼cup,drycocoapowder,divided

2tsp.bakingpowder

¼tsp.salt

½cupmilk

2Tbsp.oil

1tsp.vanilla

1cupchoppednuts

1cupbrownsugar

1¾cupshottesttapwater

icecream

1.Inanungreased9x9bakingpan,stirtogetherflour,sugar,2tablespoonscocoapowder,bakingpowder,andsalt.

2.Mixinmilk,oil,andvanillawithaforkuntilsmooth.Stirinnuts.

3.Spreadmixtureevenlyinpan.Sprinklewithbrownsugarand¼cupcocoapowder.

4.Pourhotwateroverbatter.

5.Bakeat350°for40minutes.Letstand15minutes;cutintosquares.

6.Inverteachsquareontoadessertplateorbowl.Topwithicecreamandspoonsaucefrompanovereachserving.

ButterscotchPieDessertKarenStoltzfus

Alto,MI

Makes12servings




1½cupsflour

1cupbutter,melted

½cupchoppedwalnuts

8-oz.pkg.creamcheese


23.4-oz.pkgs.instantbutterscotchpudding

3cupsmilk

1tsp.vanilla


½cupbutterscotchchips

1.Combineflour,butter,andnutsinamixingbowl.Pressintoagreased9x13bakingpan.Bakeat350°for20minutes.Cool.

2.Inamixingbowl,beatcreamcheeseuntilfluffy.Beatinpowderedsugaruntilcreamy.Spreadovercrust,beingcarefulnottopullthecrustup.

3.Inthesamemixingbowl,beatpudding,milk,andvanillauntilthickened.Spreadovertopofcreamcheeselayer.

4.Spreadwhippedtoppingoverpudding.Sprinklewithbutterscotchchips.

Variations:

1.Replacebutterscotchpuddingandbutterscotchchipswithchocolatepuddingandchocolatechips.

2.Replacebutterscotchpuddingandbutterscotchchipswithpistachiopuddingandchoppedwalnuts.

PineappleCheeseTorteDianeEby,Holtwood,PA

Makes12-16servings




Pat-in-the-PanCrust:

1cupflour

1¼cupsconfectionerssugar

¼cupfinelychoppedalmonds

⅓cupbutter,softened

Filling:


½cupsugar

2eggs

⅔cupunsweetenedpineapplejuice

PineappleTopping:

¼cupflour

¼cupsugar

20-oz.cancrushedpineapple,juicedrainedandreserved

½cupwhippingcream

freshstrawberries,optional

1.Combinecrustingredientsinamixingbowl.Patintothebottomofan8x12bakingdish.


3.Meanwhile,beatcreamcheeseinamixingbowluntilfluffy.Beatinsugarandeggsuntilfluffy.Stirinjuice.Pourfillingoverhotcrust.

4.Returnpantoovenandbakeat350°for20minutes,oruntilcenterisset.Cool.

5.Tomaketopping,combineflourandsugarinasaucepan.Stirin1cupreservedpineapplejuice.Bringtoaboil,stirringconstantly.Boilandstir1minute.Removefromheat.

6.Foldindrainedpineapple.Cool.

7.Whipcreamuntilstiffpeaksform.Foldintocooledpineappletopping.Spreadcarefullyoverdessert.

8.Refrigerate6hoursorovernight.Garnishwithstrawberries,ifyouwish,justbeforeserving.

FreshPlumKuchenScarlettvonBernuth

CanonCity,CO

Makes9servings




¾cupsugar

2eggs


1cupflour

1tsp.bakingpowder

¼cupmilk

2cupsfreshplums(about4medium-sizedones)

1Tbsp.cinnamon

½cupbrownsugar

1.Inamixingbowl,creambutterandsugartogether.

2.Beatintheeggsandlemonpeel.

3.Inaseparatebowl,combinetheflourandbakingpowder.

4.Stirtheflourmixtureintothecreamedingredients.Addthemilk,mixingwell.

5.Greasea9x9bakingpan.Sprinklegreasedbottomandsideslightlywithsugar.Spooninbatter.

6.Slicetheplumsandarrangeontopofdough.

7.Inasmallbowl,stirtogetherthecinnamonandbrownsugar.Sprinkleovertheplums.

8.Bakeat350°for50-60minutes.Letcoolandservewithwhippedtoppingoricecream.

FreshRaspberrySoupEstherNafziger

Bluffton,OH

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


CookingTime:6hours,orovernight

7cups(2lbs.)freshraspberries

¼cup,plus2Tbsp.,sugar

2Tbsp.cornstarch

2cupsfreshorangejuice

½tsp.gratedorangerind

⅔cupwater

⅔cup,plus2Tbsp.,vanillayogurt,divided

6freshmintleavesorsprigs

ATip—

Haveeggsatroomtemperaturebeforeusingtheminbaking.

1.Placeraspberriesinanelectricblenderorfoodprocessor.Coverandprocessuntilsmooth.Drainanddiscardseeds.

2.Inamedium-sized,non-aluminumsaucepan,combineraspberrypuree,sugar,cornstarch,orangejuice,orangerind,andwater.Stirwell.

3.Cookovermediumheat,stirringconstantly,untilmixturecomestoaboil.Reduceheatandsimmer1minute,stirringconstantly.Removefromheat.Cooltoroomtemperature.

4.Pourintoalargebowl,cover,andchillthoroughly.Allow4hours,orovernight.

5.Add⅔cupyogurttocooledraspberrymixture,stirringwell.

6.Ladleintoindividualbowlsandgarnisheachservingwith1tsp.yogurtandamintleaforsprig.

Cookies&Bars

Chocolate-AlmondBiscottiBethMaurer

ColumbusGrove,OH

Makes48biscottislices


BakingTime:40-47minutespersheet

CookingTime:2hours

1½cupsslicedalmonds,toasted,divided


2cupssugar

⅔cupunsweetenedcocoapowder

1tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.salt

3eggs

1tsp.almondextract

3½cupsflour

4blockswhitealmondbark,melted

1.Preheattheovento350°.Lightlygreaseacookiesheetandsetitaside.

2.Place¾cupalmondsinafoodprocessorandpulseuntilground.

3.Inalargeelectricmixerbowl,beatbutterwithmixer.Addsugarandbeatuntilwellmixed.

4.Addcocoapowder,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,andsalttomixerbowl.Beatuntilcombined.

5.Beatineggsandalmondextract.

6.Addflourbycupfuls,mixingwellaftereachaddition.Batterwillbequitestiff,andyoumayneedtoaddthelastcupofflourbyhand.

7.Removefrommixer,andbyhandstirinremaining¾cupslicedalmonds.

8.Dividedoughinhalf.Onwaxedpaper,andwithflouredhands,shapedoughintotwo14”-longrolls.

9.Placerollsongreasedandflouredcookiesheet,atleast5”apart.Flattenslightly.

10.Bake25-30minutes,oruntilwoodenpickinsertednearcentercomesoutclean.

11.Cooloncookiesheetfor1hour.Onacuttingboard,cuteachrolldiagonallyinto½”thickslices,about24slicesfromeachroll.

12.Placeslicescut-sidedownonthesamecookiesheetsyouusedforthefirstbaking.Bakeat350°for8minutes.

13.Turncookiesoverandbake7-9moreminutes,oruntilcookiesaredryandbeginningtogetcrisp.

14.Removefromcookiesheetstowireracks.Coolcompletely.

15.Withaspoon,drizzlemeltedalmondbarkovertopsofbiscotti.

16.Storeinanairtightcontainer.

Thesearegreatinthemorningwithcoffeeorintheeveningasdessert.Theyareperfectfordippinginyourfavoritehotbeverage.ImadetheseformymotheraspartofherChristmasgift.

Theydisappearedveryquickly,andshekeepsaskingmetomakemore!

ATip—

Ihaveseveral“half-sheet”commercialbakingpans.TheyarealittleheavierthanregularcookiesheetsandIneverhavetroublewithburnedcookies.Theyarewonderful.Minecamefromabigboxstore,buttheyarelikelyavailableatrestaurantsupplystores,aswell.

ChocolateChipToffeeCookiesLuanneBerkey,Canby,OR

Makes5-8dozencookies,dependingontheirsize

PrepTime:15minutes

BakingTime:10minutespersheet

1cupbutter,atroomtemperature

1cupbrownsugar

1cupsugar

2eggs

1tsp.vanilla

2cupsflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.bakingpowder

¼tsp.salt

2cupsdryquickoats

1cupgratedcoconut

1cupchocolatechips

½cuptoffeebits

1.Inalargeelectricmixingbowl,orbyhand,creambutterandsugarsthoroughly.

2.Addeggsandvanillaandmixuntilfluffy.

3.Inaseparatebowl,sifttogetherflour,bakingsoda,bakingpowder,andsalt.Addto

creamedmixturealternatelywiththedryoatmeal.

4.Mixincoconut,chocolatechips,andtoffeebitsbyhand.

5.Dropontogreasedcookiesheet.Bakeat375°forapproximately10minutes.

Variations:Substituteraisins,cut-upgumdrops,orwhitechocolatechipsforthechocolatechipsandtoffeebits.

ChocolateChipCookiesMaryMartins

Fairbank,IA

Makes3dozenbigcookies

PrepTime:15minutes


ChillingTime:1hour


1cupbrownsugar

1cupsugar

3eggs,beaten

3½cupsflour

2tsp.creamoftartar

2tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.salt

1tsp.vanilla


1cupchoppednuts,optional

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combinebutter,sugars,andeggs.

2.Inaseparatemixingbowl,sifttogetherflour,creamoftartar,bakingsoda,andsalt.

3.Addaboutone-thirdofthedryingredientstothecreamedmixture.Mixwell.Addhalfoftheremainingdryingredientsandmixwell.Addtheremainingdryingredientsandmixuntilthoroughlyblended.

4.Stirinvanilla,chocolatechips,andnuts.Chillinthefridgefor60minutes.

5.Dropbyspoonfulsontoagreasedcookiesheet.

6.Bakeat400°forabout9minutes,oruntillightlybrowned

Tips:

1.Ifyoulikesmallercookies,makethespoonfulsinStep5aboutthesizeofalevelteaspoon.

2.IusuallybakeacookiesheetfullandthencovertherestofthedoughandkeepitintherefrigeratorforadayorsosothatIcanhavefreshlybakedcookies.

3.UsemacadamianutsinStep4forarealtreat.—BarbYoder

Angola,IN

ATip—

Agadgetthatworkswellfordecoratingsugarcookiesisanempty,clean,plasticthreadspool.Simplydipthespoolinsugarandpressitintothedough,imprintingaflowerdesign.

QuickChocolateSandwichCookiesConnieMiller,Shipshewana,IN

Makes6dozencookies

PrepTime:30minutes


218¼-oz.pkgs.chocolatecakemix

1cupvegetableoil

4largeeggs

Filling:


¼cupbutter,atroomtemperature


1tsp.vanilla

1.Inamixingbowl,combinethecakemixes,oil,andeggs.Mixwell.

2.Dustyourhandswithcocoapowder,ifyouhavesomenearby,andthenrollthedoughinto1”balls.

3.Placeballs2inchesapartonungreasedbakingsheets.Donotflatten.

4.Bakeat350°for8-10minutes.Takeoutafter10minutes,eveniftheydon’tlooklikethey’redone.

5.Cool5minutesbeforeremovingtowireracks.(Cookieswillflattenastheycool.)

6.Inamixingbowl,beatcreamcheeseandbuttertogether.

7.Addconfectionerssugarandvanilla.Beatuntilsmooth.

8.Spreadonhalfthecookiesandtopwithremainingcookies.

9.Storeintherefrigerator.

PeanutButterChocolateChipCookiesWendyB.Martzall

NewHolland,PA

Makes100smallcookies

PrepTime:10minutes


1cuppeanutbutter

¾cupbutter,atroomtemperature

¾cupsugar

¾cuppackedbrownsugar

1tsp.vanilla

2largeeggs

2cupsflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

2cupssemi-sweetchocolatechips


2.Beattogetherpeanutbutter,butter,sugars,andvanillawithanelectricmixer.

3.Beatineggs.Graduallybeatinflourandbakingsoda.

4.Stirinchocolatechipsbyhand.

5.Dropbyroundedteaspoons,2inchesapart,onungreasedcookiesheets.

6.Bake8-10minutes,oruntillightlybrowned.

7.Cooloncookiesheetsfor1minutebeforeremoving.Coolcompletelyonwireracks.

Variations:

1.Usethesamedough,butgetadifferentresult!AfterStep3,refrigeratethedoughforhalfanhourorso,sothatit’seasytohandle.

Usinga7-oz.pkg.ofminiaturepeanutbuttercups,wrapaballofcookiedougharoundeachlittlepeanutbuttercup.Placethewrappedballsinthefridgefor1hour.

Whenreadytobake,placeballs2inchesapartonungreasedcookiesheets.Bakeat350°for12-14minutes,oruntilthebottomedgesoftheballsaregolden.

Afterthebakedballshavecooled,drizzlethemwithmeltedchocolatechips.—StacySchmucker

Stoltzfus,Enola,PA

2.AfterStep3,chillthedoughforhalfanhourinthefridge.Thenrollintosmallwalnut-sizedballsandplaceeachballinacupinamini-muffintin.

Bakeat375°for8-9minutes.Removefromoven.Gentlypress1miniaturepeanutbuttercupintoeachcookie.

Coolinpan10minutes.Removefrompanandfinishcoolingonawirerack.—CarolSherwood

Batavia,NY

GingerSnapsJoanBrown,WarriorsMark,PA

Makes3dozencookies

PrepTime:30minutes


¾cupsolidshortening

1cupsugar

1egg

¼cupmolasses

2cupsflour

1½tsp.bakingsoda

¾tsp.allspice

1tsp.cinnamon

1tsp.ginger

sugar

1.Inanelectricmixingbowl,creamshorteningandsugartogether.Addunbeateneggandmolasses.Beatuntilsmooth.

2.Inaseparatebowl,sifttogetherflour,bakingsoda,allspice,cinnamon,andginger.Graduallyaddtocreamedmixture.Mixwell.

3.Rollinto1”balls.Rollinsugar.Placeonungreasedcookiesheets.


Variation:Insteadofallspice,use¾-1tsp.groundcloves.—CovaRexroad

Kingsville,MD

Soft,ChewyMolassesCookiesMarthaAnnAuker

Landisburg,PA

Makes3dozencookies

PrepTime:10minutes

BakingTime:8-10minutespercookiesheet


1cupbrownsugar

1egg

2cupsflour

2tsp.bakingsoda

2tsp.ginger

2tsp.cinnamon

4Tbsp.blackstrapmolassessugar

1.Inanelectricmixingbowl,creamtogetherbutterandsugar.Addegg.Mixwell.

2.Inaseparatebowl,mixtogetherflour,bakingsoda,ginger,andcinnamon.Addtocreamedmixture,alternatelywiththemolasses,untilwellblended.

3.Shapebatterinto1”balls.Rolleachinsugar.Place2”apartonagreasedcookiesheet.


5.Letstandoncookiesheetabout2minutesbeforeremovingtowireracktocool.

Variation:Add½tsp.groundclovestoStep2,ifyouwish.—MarjoraMiller

Archbold,OH

Mom’sSugarCookiesMarieSkelly,Babylon,NY

Makes36cookies



1cupsugar

½cupsolidshortening

1egg

2Tbsp.milk

½tsp.vanilla

2cupsflour

2tsp.bakingpowder

½tsp.salt

sugar

1.Inanelectricmixingbowl,creamsugarandshorteningtogether.Addegg,milk,andvanilla.Beatwell.

2.Inaseparatebowl,mixdryingredientstogether.Addtocreamedmixture.

3.Stirwell.Thenworkwithhandsuntilastiffdoughforms.

4.Lightlyflouraworksurface.Rolldoughto¼”thickness.Cutwithcookiecuttersandplaceonungreasedcookiesheet.Sprinklelightlywithgranulatedsugar.

5.Bakeat375°for8-12minutesuntillightlybrownedonedges.Cooloncoolingracks.

Variation:Insteadofvanilla,use¾-1½tsp.almondextract,accordingtoyourtastepreference.

—BarbYoder

Angola,IN

CrinkleTopCookiesEstherJ.Mast

Lancaster,PA

Makes3½-4dozencookies


ChillingTime:2hours


2cupschocolatechips,divided

1½cupsflour

1½tsp.bakingpowder

¼tsp.salt


1cupsugar

2eggwhites

1½tsp.vanillaextract

¼cupwater

confectionerssugar

1.Melt1cupchocolatechips(3min.at60%powerinmicrowave).Stiruntilsmooth.Setaside.

2.Inamixingbowl,combineflour,bakingpowder,andsalt.Setaside.

3.Inalargemixingbowlcreamtogetherbutterandsugar.Addeggwhitesandvanilla.

4.Stirinmeltedchocolate.Thenaddflourmixturealternatelywithwater.

5.Stirinremaining1cupchocolatechips.

6.Refrigerateatleast2hoursuntildoughisfirm.Rollinto1”ballsandrollinconfectionerssugar.Placeongreasedcookiesheet.

7.Bakeat350°approximately10minutes.Don’tover-bake.

Igotthisrecipefromafriendinmyweight-lossgroup.Usingeggwhitesandsugarsubstitute,pluseatingonly1cookieatameal,allowsyoutoenjoydessertoccasionally!

CloudCookiesEstherJ.Mast

Lancaster,PA

Makes6dozencookies

PrepTime:15minutes


4cupsflour,slightlyheaping

1tsp.bakingsoda

3tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.salt


2cupssugar

3eggs

1½tsp.vanilla

1cupbuttermilk

1.Sifttogetherflour,bakingsoda,bakingpowder,andsalt.Setaside.

2.Inanelectricmixingbowl,creamtogetherbutterandsugar.

3.Addeggs,oneatatime,beatingwelleachtime.Addvanillaandmixwell.

4.Addflourmixturealternatelywithbuttermilk.

5.Dropbyspoonsfulsontogreasedcookiesheets.Makethecookiesaslargeorsmallasyouwish.

6.Bakeat350°for9-10minutes,untiltopsareslightlyfirm.

Tips:

1.Theamountofflouristhekeyinthisrecipe.Toolittlemakesthemflat;toomuchgivesthemabiscuittexture.

2.Don’tover-bake.Whenthetopsarejustfirmenoughnottoindent,thecookiesareperfect!

IreceivedthisrecipefromHarvellaStutzman,myson’smother-in-law,nowmyfriend.Thesehavebecomemy10grandchildren’sfavoritecookie!

BlackandWhiteCookiesJoySutter

Perkasie,PA

Makes2-3dozencookies

PrepTime:30minutes

BakingTime:10minutes,persheet

⅔cupapplesauce

1½cupsflour

1½tsp.bakingpowder

½tsp.salt

1cupsugar

halfastick(¼cup)butter,softened

1½tsp.vanilla

2largeeggwhites

Frosting:

1½cupsconfectionerssugar,divided

2Tbsp.milk,divided

¼tsp.vanilla

4tsp.unsweetenedcocoapowder

1.Placeapplesauceinafinesieveanddrainfor15minutes.

2.Withawhisk,combineflour,bakingpowder,andsaltinamixingbowl.Setaside.

3.Inalargeelectricmixerbowl,combinedrainedapplesauce,sugar,andbutterwithanelectricmixer.

4.Beatinvanillaandeggwhites.

5.Addflourmixtureandbeatuntilwellblended.

6.Dropdoughbytablespoonfulsontoanungreasedcookiesheet,2inchesapart.

7.Bakeat375°for10minutes.Coolonracks.

8.ForFrosting,combine¾cupconfectionerssugar,2-3tsp.milk,andvanillainabowl.Whiskuntilsmooth.

9.Spread1tsp.whitefrostingoverhalfofeachcookie.

10.Combine¾cupconfectionerssugarandcocoapowderinabowl.Add2-3tsp.milkandwhiskuntilsmooth.

11.Spread1tsp.chocolatefrostingoverotherhalfofeachcookie.

ATip—

Ifyouwantsoftcookies,tryusingallbrownsugar.

MexicanWeddingCakesLeonaYoder

Hartville,OH

Makes3dozendollar-sizecookies

PrepTime:15minutes

ChillingTime:2hours



½cupsugar

½tsp.salt

2tsp.vanilla

2cupsflour

1cupchoppednuts

confectionerssugar

1.Creambutterandsugartogetherinalargebowlwithanelectricmixer.

2.Addsalt,vanilla,flour,andnuts.Mixwell.

3.Chilldoughfor2hours.

4.Shapedoughintoballs.Placeonlightlygreasedbakingsheets.Flattenwiththebottomofadrinkingglasswhichhasadesign,dippedinflour.

5.Bakeat325°untillightlybrown,about15-20minutes.

6.Whencookiesarecool,rubtheirtopslightlyinconfectionerssugar.

ButterCrescents

JanetHardy

Arp,TX

Makes3dozencookies

PrepTime:10minutes


2sticks(1cup)butter,softened(nosubstitutes)

5Tbsp.siftedconfectionerssugar

1tsp.vanilla

1Tbsp.water

2cupsflour

1cupchoppedpecans

siftedconfectionerssugarfordusting

1.Blendbutterandsugartogetherinamixingbowlwithanelectricmixer.

2.Mixinvanilla,water,flour,andpecans.

3.Shapeintocrescentsandplaceonanungreasedbakingsheet.

4.Bakeat350°justuntilslightlybrowned,about10-14minutes.

5.Removefromovenandallowtocoolfor3minutes.Thenrollimmediatelyinsiftedconfectionerssugar.

6.Placeonwireracksandallowtocoolfully.Watchthemdisappear!

ForgottenCookiesPennyBlosser

Beavercreek,OH

Makes2dozencookies


BakingTime:overnight

2eggwhites

⅔cupsugar

1tsp.vanillapinchofsalt

½cupchocolatechips

½cupchoppednuts


2.Beateggwhitesuntilfoamyinalargemixingbowl.

3.Graduallyaddsugarandbeatuntilstiff.

4.Foldinremainingingredients.

5.Lineacookiesheetwithfoil.Spraythefoilwithnon-stickcookingspray.

6.Dropcookiesbyroundedteaspoonfulsontofoil-linedcookiesheet.

7.Placeinoven.TurnovenOFFimmediately!

8.Leavecookiesinovenuntiloveniscompletelycool,orovernight.

IusuallymakethesejustasIfinishbaking.It’sasweetwaytocooltheoven.

ATip—

Toendupwithsoft,chewycookies,removethemfromtheovenslightlyunbaked.

HarvestCookiesSherlynHess,Millersville,PA

Makes2-4dozencookies,dependingontheirsize

PrepTime:30minutes


1½cupsraisins

boilingwater

1cupsolidshortening

1cupsugar

1cupmashedpumpkin

1egg

2cupsflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.cinnamon

½tsp.salt

Frosting:

2Tbsp.butter

½cupbrownsugar

2Tbsp.cannedmilk,orhalf-and-half


1tsp.vanilla

1.Placeraisinsinasmallbowlandcoverwithboilingwater.

2.Inanelectricmixingbowl,creamtogethershortening,sugar,pumpkin,andegg.

3.Inaseparatebowl,mixtogetherdryingredients.Stirintocreamedmixture.

4.Drainraisinsandfoldintobatter.

5.Dropbyteaspoonfulsontogreasedcookiesheets.


7.Inadoubleboiler,heatbutter,brownsugar,andmilkuntilsugarismelted.Stirfrequently.

8.Addconfectionerssugarandvanilla,mixinguntilwellblended.

9.Drizzleorspreadonhotcookies.

ApricotBarsJeanButzer,Batavia,NY

Makes15-20bars

PrepTime:15minutes


⅔cupdriedapricots

2Tbsp.,plus¼cup,sugar,divided


1⅓cupsflour,divided

1cupbrownsugar

2eggs,wellbeaten

½tsp.bakingpowder

¼tsp.salt

½tsp.vanilla

½cupchoppednuts

confectionerssugar

1.Inasmallsaucepan,coverapricotswithwater.Stirin2Tbsp.sugar.Boilfor10minutes.

2.Drainfruit,cool,andcutintobite-sizedpieces.Setaside.

3.Inamixingbowl,combinebutterand¼cupsugar.Stirin1cupflouruntilcrumbly.

4.Spreadcreamedmixtureintogreased8x10bakingpan,packingitdown.Bakeat350°for25minutes.

5.Meanwhile,graduallybeatbrownsugarintoeggsinamixingbowl.

6.Inaseparatebowl,combine⅓cupflour,bakingpowder,andsalt.Addtobrownsugar/eggmixture.

7.Stirinvanilla,nuts,andapricots.

8.Spreadoverbakedlayerandbakeanadditional25-30minutes,oruntillightlybrowned.

9.Coolinpan.Cutintobarsandrollinconfectionerssugar.

PolynesianCookiesWilmaHaberkamp,Fairbank,IA

Makes4-4½dozencookies

PrepTime:30minutes


1½cupssugar


1largeegg

1tsp.vanilla

3½cupsflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.salt

8.5-oz.cancrushedpineapplewithjuice

1cupchoppednuts

1.Inanelectricmixerbowl,creamsugarandbuttertogether.Addeggandvanilla.

2.Inaseparatebowl,sifttogetherflour,bakingsoda,andsalt.

3.Adddryingredientstocreamedmixturealternatelywithpineappleuntilmixedwell.Addnuts.

4.Dropbyteaspoonfulsontoungreasedbakingsheet.

5.Bakeat375°for8-10minutes,orjustuntillightlybrowned.Thefinishedcookieswillbesoftandcake-like.

Tips:

1.Whenstoringcookies,useasheetofwaxedpaperbetweenlayerstokeepthemfromstickingtogether.

2.IoftenbakeasheetortwoatatimeandrefrigeratetherestofthedoughuntilIneedit.

3.Thisdoughwillkeepaweekormoreintherefrigerator.

RaspberryAlmondShortbreadThumbprintsSherlynHess

Millersville,PA

Makes3-3½dozencookies

PrepTime:35minutes


⅔cupsugar


½tsp.almondextract

2cupsflour

½cupraspberryjelly

Glaze:


1½tsp.almondextract

2-3tsp.water

1.Inanelectricmixerbowl,combinesugar,butter,and½tsp.almondextractuntilcreamy.

2.Addflour.Mixwell.

3.Shapeinto1”balls.Place2”apartonungreasedcookiesheets.

4.Withyourthumb,makeanindentationinthecenterofeachcookie.Filleachindentationwith¼tsp.jam.

5.Bakeat350°for8-10minutes.Donotbrown.

6.Removefromcookiesheetsontowireracks.Cool10minutes.

7.Combineconfectionerssugar,1½tsp.almondextract,andwater.Drizzleovercookies.Coolcompletely.

Tip:Icoolthesecookiesonracks.ThenwhenIdrizzlethemwiththeglaze,theexcessfallsthroughtherackandthecookieshaveanicerlookthanwhentheglazepuddlesaroundthem.

ATip—

Iusuallymakecookiedoughandputitintherefrigeratorinsteadofimmediatelybakingit.ThenIbakethecookiesthenextday.Thedoughisusuallyeasiertoworkwithwhenit’scold,andifI’mshortontime,I’vespreadthejobovertwodays.

AlmondBarsDarlaSathre,Baxter,MN

Makes20bars

PrepTime:30minutes



Crust:

2cupsflour



Filling:

8-oz.pkg.creamcheese,atroomtemperature

2eggs

½cupsugar

1tsp.almondextract

Frosting:


halfastick(¼cup)butter,atroomtemperature

1tsp.almondextract

2Tbsp.milk

1.Tomakethecrust,mixtheflourand½cupconfectionerssugartogether.Thencutinbutterwithapastrycutterortwoknivesuntilwellmixed.

2.Patintoalightlygreased9x13bakingpan.Bakeat350°for20minutes.

3.Meanwhile,preparethefillingbybeatingall4ingredientstogetherwithanelectricmixeruntilfluffy.

4.Pourfillingoverbakedhotcrust.

5.Bakeanother15minutes.Coolfor1-2hours.

6.Preparefrostingbycreamingsugarandbuttertogetheruntilsmooth.Stirinextractandmilkuntilwellblended.

7.Spreadovercooledbars.

PumpkinPieSquaresGinaHargitt,Quinter,KS

Makes18-20bars

PrepTime:30minutes


1cupflour

½cupdryquickorrolledoats

½cupbrownsugar


2cupspumpkin

13½-oz.canevaporatedmilk

2eggs

¾cupsugar

½tsp.salt

½tsp.ginger

1tsp.cinnamon

¼tsp.cloves


½cupbrownsugar

½cuppecans

1.Inamixingbowl,combineflour,dryoatmeal,½cupbrownsugar,and1stickbutteruntilcrumbly.

2.Spreadinagreased9x13bakingpan.Bakeat350°for15minutes.

3.Meanwhile,combinepumpkin,evaporatedmilk,eggs,sugar,salt,ginger,cinnamon,andclovesinthesamemixingbowl.

4.Pouroverbakedcrust.Returntoovenandbakefor20minutes.

5.Combine2Tbsp.butter,½cupbrownsugar,andpecans.Sprinkleoverpumpkinfilling.Bakeanadditional15-20minutes.

DateKrumbleMarieMahorney

LasVegas,NV

Makes18-20bars



Filling:

½lb.pitteddates

1½cupswater

Batter:


1cupbrownsugar

1egg

2cupsflour

2cupsdryquickoats

1tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.vanilla

1.Mixdatesandwaterinasaucepan.Boiluntilthickened.Setaside.

2.Inanelectricmixerbowl,creamshortening,brownsugar,andeggtogether.

3.Mixinflour,dryoats,bakingsoda,andvanilla.Mixturewillbecrumbly.

4.Pathalfofcrumbmixturefirmlyintothebottomofagreased9x13bakingpan.

5.Topwiththedatemixture.

6.Sprinkleremainingcrumbmixtureontopandpressdowngently.


BananaCreamBarsMarshaSabus,Fallbrook,CA

Makes501½”x2”bars





1½cupssugar

2largeeggs

2tsp.vanilla

¾cupsourcream

2cupsflour

¼tsp.salt

1tsp.bakingsoda

2large,or3medium-sized,ripebananas,mashed

Frosting:



1Tbsp.milk

1tsp.vanilla



1.Inalargeelectricmixerbowl,cream1stickbutterand1½cupssugartogether.

2.Addtheunbeateneggsandbeatthoroughly.Add2tsp.vanillaandsourcream.Mixwell.

3.Inaseparatemixingbowl,blendtogetherflour,salt,andbakingsoda.Addalternatelywiththemashedbananastothecreamedingredients.Mixwellaftereachaddition.

4.Spoonintoagreased15x10x1bakingpan.Bakeat350°for25-30minutes,oruntiltoothpickinsertedincentercomesoutclean.Coolonwireracks.

5.Meanwhile,makefrostingbybeatingtogethercreamcheese,6Tbsp.butter,milk,1tsp.vanilla,andconfectionerssugar.Spreadovercooledbarsandsprinklewithnutsifyouwish.

ATip—

Ijustslightlyunderbakecookiesforthebesttaste.Whenthecookiesarecool,Iputthemintoeithergallon-sizeplasticbagsorlargeplasticcontainers,withwaxedpaperbetweenthelayers.ThenIfreezethem.WhenI’mreadytoservethecookies,Iputthemoutonaplateforabout10minutes,orImicrowavethemforafewseconds.Delicious!

ButterscotchBarsDottieGeraci,Burtonsville,MD

Makes25bars

PrepTime:20minutes



1½cupsbrownsugar,divided

1¼cupsall-purposeflour,divided

2eggs


1tsp.bakingpowder

½tsp.salt

½cupchoppedwalnuts

1cupbutterscotchmorsels

1.Inasmallmixingbowl,creambutterand½cupbrownsugartogetheruntillightandfluffy.Blendin1cupflourandmixuntilcrumbly.

2.Patmixtureintoanungreased7x11x1½bakingpan.Bakeat350°for10minutes.Removefromoven.

3.Inthemixingbowl,beateggsuntilthickandlemon-colored.Add1cupbrownsugarandvanilla.Continuebeating.

4.Inaseparatebowl,combine¼cupflour,bakingpowder,andsalt.Addtoegg

mixture.Stirinnuts.

5.Spreadoverbakedcrust.Sprinklewithbutterscotchmorsels.

6.Bake30minutesmore.Coolandcutinto2x1½bars.

CheesecakeBarsLeonaYoder

Hartville,OH

Makes12bars



1cupflour

⅓cupbrownsugar

⅓cupbutter,melted


¼cupsugar

1largeegg

1Tbsp.lemonjuice

2Tbsp.milk

1tsp.vanilla

1.Mixflour,brownsugar,andbuttertogetherinanelectricmixingbowl.Reserve1cupmixture.Pressremainderintoagreased8x8bakingpan.


3.Meanwhile,inthemixingbowl,beattogethertheremainingingredients.Spreadonbakedcrust.

4.Topwithreservedcrumbsandbakefor25minutes,oruntilset.

ATip—

Useapizzacuttertocutbarcookiesintoneatsquaresinhalfthetime.

PhillyChippers

ErmaHoover

Lititz,PA

Makes24bars





¾cupsugar

¾cupbrownsugar

1egg

1tsp.vanilla

¼cupmilk

2½cupsflour

1tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.salt


1.Inalargemixingbowl,creamtogetherbutter,creamcheese,andsugars.

2.Addegg,vanilla,andmilk.Mixwell.

3.Inaseparatebowl,combineflour,bakingpowder,andsalt.Blendintocreamedmixture.

4.Foldinchocolatechips.

5.Pourintoagreased9x13bakingpan.

6.Bakeat350°for15-30minutes,oruntildoneinthecenter,butnotdryaroundtheedges.

ChocolatePeanutBarsAndreaZuercher

Lawrence,KS

Makes2dozenbars

PrepTime:10minutes


ChillingTime:1hour

½cuplightcornsyrup

¼cupbrownsugar

dashofsalt

1cupchunkypeanutbutter

1tsp.vanilla

2cupscrispyricecereal

1cupcornflakes,slightlycrushed

1cupchocolatechips

1.Combinecornsyrup,sugar,andsaltinaheavysaucepan.Bringtoafullboil.

2.Stirinpeanutbutter.Removefromheat.


4.Pressintoabuttered9x9bakingpan.

5.Chillabout1hourbeforecuttingandremovingfrompan.

Tips:

1.Thisrecipecanbeeasilydoubledforalargerquantity.

2.It’saniceno-baketreatduringthehotsummertime.

ChocolateOatmealChewsBerthaBurkholder

Hillsville,VA

Makes20bars

PrepTime:10minutes


¾cupbutter,atroomtemperature

1cupbrownsugar

1¼cupsflour

1½cupsdryquickoats

½tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.salt

4cupsminimarshmallows

1cupchocolatechips

1.Inanelectricmixingbowl,creambutterandsugartogether.

2.Inaseparatebowl,combineflour,dryoats,bakingsoda,andsalt.

3.Blenddryingredientsintocreamymixturethoroughly.

4.Setaside1½cupsbatter.Pressremainderintoagreased9x13bakingpan.

5.Sprinkle“crust”withminimarshmallowsandchocolatechips.

6.Topwithreservedbatter.

7.Bakeat375°for15-18minutes,oruntilsetinthemiddleandnotdryaroundtheedges.Coolandcutintobars.

Variations:

1.AfterStep4,sprinkle“crust”with2cupschocolatechipsand1cupslicedalmonds.Inamixingbowl,whisk12-oz.jarcaramelicecreamtoppingand¼cupflourtogether.Drizzleoverchocolatechipsandnuts.ProceedwithStep6above.

—StacySchmucker

Stoltzfus,Enola,PA

2.AfterStep4,spread“crust”withamixtureofa14-oz.cansweetenedcondensedmilkand⅓cuppeanutbutter.Combinereservedbatterand1cupM&Ms.Sprinkleovertop,pressingdownlightly.Bakeat350°for20minutes.

—LawinaGood

Harrisonburg,VA

3.FollowVariation2immediatelyabove,exceptadd1cupchocolatechipstothereservedbatter/M&Mmixture.

—ErmaRutt

Newmanstown,PA

ATip—

Needcookiesforlunches?Planabakingdaywithafriend.Divideandfreezewhatyou’vebakedtogether.

RaspberryWalnutShortbreadJoyceNolt,Richland,PA

Makes18-20bars



2½cupsflour

1cupsugar


⅔cupraspberryjam,beatenuntilsoftened

4eggs

1cuppackedbrownsugar

2tsp.vanilla

4Tbsp.flour

¼tsp.salt

¼tsp.bakingsoda

2cupschoppedwalnuts

1.Combine2½cupsflour,sugar,andbutterinamixingbowl.Pressintothebottomofagreased9x13bakingpan.

2.Bakeat350°for20minutes.Removefromoven.

3.Spreadraspberryjamovershortbread,beingcarefulnottodisturbthecrust.

4.Inthemixingbowl,beattogethereggs,brownsugar,andvanilla.

5.Inaseparatebowl,combine4Tbsp.flour,salt,andbakingsoda.

6.Adddryingredientstoeggmixture.Mixwell.

7.Spoonoverjamandspreadlightlytocorners.

8.Sprinklewalnutsovertop.

9.Returntooven.Bake20-25minuteslonger.Coolbeforecuttingintobars.

PecanSquaresLouiseBodziony

SunriseBeach,MO

Makes4dozensquares



Crust:

3cupsflour

½cupsugar


½tsp.salt

Filling:

4eggs

1½cupslightordarkcornsyrup

1½cupssugar

3Tbsp.butter,melted


2½cupschoppedpecans

1.Inalargebowl,blendtogetherflour,sugar,butter,andsaltuntilmixtureresemblescoarsecrumbs.

2.Pressmixturefirmlyandevenlyintoagreased10x15bakingpan.


4.Meanwhile,inthemixingbowl,combinefirst5fillingingredients.Stirinpecans.

5.Spreadevenlyoverbakedhotcrust.

6.Bakeat350°for25minutes,oruntilset.

7.Coolbakingpanonawirerack.Cutintosquares.

Variation:AfterStep6above,removebakedsquaresfromovenandimmediatelysprinklewith1cupchocolatechips.Returntoovenfor5minutes.Removeandspreadmeltedchipsoverbakedsquares.ContinuewithStep7.

—MariaArcher

FortDefiance,VA

ATip—

Alwayscutbrownieswithaplasticknife.Itpreventsclumpingandraggededges.

DeliciouslyChocolateBrowniesAliceWhitman,Lancaster,PA

MichelleMartin,Ephrata,PA

Makes10servings



2sticks(1cup)butter,melted

½cup,plus2Tbsp.,unsweetenedcocoapowder

2cupssugar

4eggs,beaten

1½cupsflour

pinchofsalt

½cupchoppednuts

1cupminiaturechocolatechips

1.Inamixingbowl,combinebutterandcocoapowderuntilwellblended.

2.Addsugar,eggs,flour,andsalt.Stirwithafork.(Stirringwithaforkkeepsthebrowniesfrombecomingtoocakey.)

3.Stirinchoppednuts.Spreadinagreased9x13bakingpan.

4.Bakeat350°for25minutes.Donotover-bake.

5.Sprinklewithchocolatechips.Returntoovenfor3-4minutes,orjustuntilchocolatemelts.

6.Coolcompletelybeforecuttingwithaplasticknife—whichwillcutclean.

MicrowaveBrowniesSandraChang

Derwood,MD

Makes16brownies

PrepTime:10minutes


1cupsiftedflour

½tsp.bakingpowder

½tsp.salt

1stick(½cup)butter

21-oz.squaresunsweetenedchocolate

1cupsugar

2largeeggs

1tsp.vanillaextract

½cupchoppednuts

1.Sifttogetherflour,bakingpowder,andsalt.Setaside.

2.Placebutterandchocolateinan8”-squareglassbakingdish.Microwaveat50percentpowerfor3minutes,oruntilmelted.

3.Stirsugarintomeltedmixture.Addeggsandvanilla,beatingwell.

4.Graduallystirindryingredients,blendingwell.Addnuts.

5.Microwaveonhighfor5-6minutes,oruntilthetopisnolongerwet,oratoothpickinsertedinthecentercomesoutclean.Rotatedish¼turnevery2minuteswhilemicrowaving.

6.Coolinbakingdish,thencutinto2”squares.

ChocolateChipBlondeBrowniesVeraMartin,EastEarl,PA

Makes18-20brownies

PrepTime:15minutes



10⅔Tbsp.(⅔cup)butter

2Tbsp.hotwater

2cupsbrownsugar

2eggs

2tsp.vanilla

2cupsflour

1tsp.bakingpowder

¼tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.salt


½cupchocolatechips

1.Inagood-sizedsaucepan,meltbutter.Addwaterandbrownsugar.Coolfor20minutes.

2.Addeggsandvanilla.Beatwell.

3.Inamixingbowl,combineflour,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,andsalt.

4.Adddryingredientstoegg/sugarmixture.Mixwellandaddnutsifdesired.

5.Spreadintoagreased9x13bakingpan.Sprinklechocolatechipsoverthetop.

6.Bakeat350°for25minutes.Coolslightly.Cutintosquareswithaplasticknife—whichwillmakecleancuts.

Tip:Thesewillbechewyinthecenter.Don’tover-bake.

ChocolateChipPeanutButterBrowniesMonicaKehr

Portland,MI

Makes36brownies

PrepTime:20minutes


2cupsflour

2tsp.bakingpowder

½tsp.salt

1cuppeanutbutter

10⅔Tbsp.(⅔cup)butter,atroomtemperature

1cupsugar

1cupbrownsugar

4eggs


2tsp.vanilla

1.Mixflour,bakingpowder,andsalt.Setaside.

2.Inanelectricmixerbowl,creamtogetherpeanutbutter,butter,andsugarsuntilfluffy.

3.Beatineggsuntilwellblended.

4.Stirindryingredients.

5.Stirinchocolatechipsandvanilla.

6.Spreadinagreased9x13bakingpan.Bakeat350°for20minutes,oruntilslightimprintremainswhenpressedlightlyincenter.Donotover-bake.

7.Cool,thencutwithaplasticknife—whichwillmakecleancuts.

AppleBrowniesWendyB.Martzall

NewHolland,PA

Makes18-20brownies




2cupssugar

2eggs,beaten

2cupsflour

1tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.bakingsoda

2tsp.cinnamon

3cupsapples,peeledandthinlysliced

1cupchoppedwalnuts,optional

1.Inanelectricmixingbowl,creambutterandsugartogether.

2.Addeggsandmixwell.

3.Inaseparatebowl,combineflour,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,andcinnamon.

4.Stirintocreamedmixture,mixingwell.

5.Foldinapplesandwalnutsthoroughly.Batterwillbestiff.

6.Spreadinagreased9x13bakingpan.

7.Bake40-50minutesat350°,oruntilcakepullsawayfrompan.

8.Coolinpan,thencutintosquares.

CherryBrowniesJolynNolt

Leola,PA

Makes18-20brownies



1½cupsflour

2cupssugar

½cupunsweetenedcocoapowder

½tsp.salt

1cupvegetableoil

4eggs

2tsp.vanilla


2cupscherrypiefilling

confectionerssugar,optional

1.Inanelectricmixingbowl,combineflour,sugar,cocoapowder,salt,oil,eggs,vanilla,andnuts.Beatwithmixer.

2.Stirinpiefillingwithaspoonorspatula.



5.Removefromoven,coolslightly,andsprinklewithconfectionerssugar,ifyouwish.Cutwhenthebrownieshavecooled.

Cakes

MoistChocolateCakeRosalieDuerksen

Canton,KS

Makes9servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1cupflour

1cupsugar

1tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.bakingsoda


1cuphotwater,orbrewedcoffee

1egg

¼cupbutter,melted

½tsp.vanilla

confectionerssugar

1.Inamixingbowl,combineflour,sugar,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,cocoapowder,andhotwaterorcoffee.

2.Addeggandbutter.Mixwell.

3.Pourintoagreased8”-squarebakingpan.

4.Bakeat350°for30minutes,oruntiltoothpickinsertedincentercomesoutclean.

5.Cool.Dustwithconfectionerssugar.Cutandserve.

Tip:Thiscakeisjusttherightsizeforasmallfamily,andveryeasytomake.

OneStepChocolateCakeBrendaJ.Marshall

ON,Canada

Makes8servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1cupsugar

1egg



1tsp.vanilla

1½cupsflour

1½tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.bakingsoda

pinchofsalt

½cuphotbrewedcoffee

Frosting:

4ozs.choppedsemi-sweetchocolate

½cupwhippingcream

raspberries

1.Placesugar,egg,cocoapowder,butter,vanilla,flour,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,salt,andcoffeeinfoodprocessororlargeelectricmixerbowl.Processinfoodprocessor(ormixingbowlwithmixer)untilsmooth.

2.Spoonbatterintoabuttered8”springformpanwitharoundofparchmentpapercoveringthebottom.

3.Bakeat350°for40-45minutes.Coolonrack.Removecakefrompanandplaceonservingplate.

4.Tomakefrosting,combinechocolateandwhippingcreaminmicrowave-safebowl.Coverandmicrowavefor1minuteonhigh.Stirtomelt.Pourintocenterofcakeand

allowtorundownthesides.

5.Whencakeiscooled,andjustbeforeserving,topwithraspberries.

ChocolateSheetCakeRobinSchrock

Millersburg,OH

Makes18servings

PrepTime:30minutes


CookingTime:1½hours

Cake:

2sticks(1cup)butter

5Tbsp.unsweetenedcocoapowder

1cupwater

2eggs,beaten

1Tbspvinegar

1tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.bakingpowder

½cupsourmilk,orbuttermilk

1Tbsp.vanillaextract

2cupssugar

2cupsflour

½tsp.salt

Frosting:

1stick(½cup)butter

5Tbsp.unsweetenedcocoapowder

½cupmilk

1tsp.vanillaextract

confectionerssugar

1.Tomakecake,combinebutter,cocoapowder,andwaterinasmallsaucepan.Bringtoarollingboil,stirringoccasionally.Removefromheatandcool.

2.Whencooled,pourslowlyintomixingbowl.Addeggs,vinegar,bakingsoda,bakingpowder,sourmilk,andvanilla.Mixwell.

3.Inaseparatebowl,mixtogethersugar,flour,andsalt.Addtoliquidmixtureandblendthoroughly.

4.Pourintoa13x16x1½cakepan.Bakeat350°for20minutes.

5.Allowcaketocooltoroomtemperature.

6.Whenreadytoice,makefrostingbycombiningbutter,cocoapowder,andmilkinthesaucepan.Bringtoarollingboil.

7.Whenslightlycool,addvanilla.Graduallyaddconfectionerssugar,½cupatatime,beatingtomakeaspreadableconsistency.

8.Icecooledcakewithfrosting.

ChocolateRaspberryCheesecakeLaReeEby,Portland,OR

Makes15servings

PrepTime:35minutes


Crust:

2cupscrushedOreocookies

¼cupbutter,melted

Filling:

28-oz.pkgs.lightcreamcheese,atroomtemperature

1cupsugar

2eggs

1tsp.vanilla

1½Tbsp.lemonjuice

2cupssourcream

½cuppowderedbakingcocoa

3cupsfreshraspberries

Glaze:

2cupsraspberry,orblackberry,jelly

2Tbsp.lemonjuice

3Tbsp.cornstarch

2Tbsp.coldwater

1.MixcrushedOreosandbuttertogetherinamixingbowl.Pressintoalightlygreased9x13bakingpan.

2.Beatcreamcheesewithsugarinamixingbowluntilsmooth.

3.Addeggs,vanilla,andlemonjuice.Mixuntilwellblended.

4.Addsourcreamandcocoapowder.Beat1minute.

5.Spooncreamcheesemixtureoverthecrumblayer,beingcarefulnottodisturbthecrumbs.

6.Bakeat275°for50minutesonthemiddleshelfoftheoven.Allowtocoolslowlyintheovenwiththedoorajarforuptoanhour.

7.Placeraspberriesontopofcooledcheesecake.

8.Whilethecakeiscooling,meltjellyinasmallsaucepan.Addlemonjuiceandbringtoaboil,stirringconstantly.

9.Inasmallbowl,dissolvecornstarchincoldwater.Stirmixtureintojellymixtureandcookuntilthickened.Removefromheat.

10.Pourglazeoverraspberries.Refrigeratethecakefor4-8hours,orovernight.

ChocolateChipZucchiniCakeVondaEbersole

Mt.PleasantMills,PA

BerniceEsau

NorthNewton,KS

Makes12servings

PrepTime:20minutes



½cupoil

1¾cupssugar

2eggs

½cupbuttermilk

1tsp.vanilla

1tsp.salt

1tsp.bakingsoda

2½cupsflour

4tbsp.unsweetenedcocoapowder

2cupsgratedzucchini,peeledorunpeeled

1cupchocolatechips

1.Inalargemixingbowl,creambutter,oil,andsugartogether.

2.Beatineggs.

3.Addmilk,vanilla,andsalt.

4.Inaseparatebowl,sifttogetherbakingsoda,flour,andcocoapowder.Stirintocreamedmixture.

5.Gentlystirinzucchini.

6.Greasea9x13bakingpan.Sprinkleflourlightlyoveritsbottomandsides.Pourinbatter.Sprinklewithchocolatechips.


BlackBottomCakeorCupcakesJoleenAlbrecht

Gladstone,MI

Makes15servingsofcake,orabout18cupcakes

PrepTime:20minutes


8ozs.creamcheese,atroomtemperature

1egg

1⅓cupssugar,divided

⅜tsp.salt,divided

12ozs.semi-sweetchocolatechips

1½cupsflour

¼cupunsweetenedcocoapowder

1cupsugar

¼tsp.salt

½tsp.bakingsoda

1cupcoldwater

⅓cupvegetableoil

1Tbsp.vinegar

1Tbsp.vanilla

1.Mixcreamcheese,egg,⅓cupsugar,and⅛tsp.salttogetherwithanelectricmixer.

2.Stirinthechocolatechipsbyhand.Setaside.

3.Combineandmixtheremainingingredientsinaseparatebowl.

4.Pourcakebatterintoagreased9x13bakingpan.

5.Spooncreamcheesemixtureontop.Swirlwithafork.

6.Bakeat350°for25minutes,oruntilatoothpickinsertedinthecentercomesoutclean.

Tomakecupcakes,linecupcakepanswithcupcakepapers.

Spoonbatterintothecups,makingeachabouthalf-full.Putabout1tablespooncreamcheesemixtureontopofeach.Bakeat350°for20-25minutes,oruntiltoothpickinsertedincenterscomesoutclean.

ATip—

Donotopentheovendoorwhenbakinganangelfoodcake.Useanelectricknifeinordertocutanangelfoodcakewithacleancut.

AngelFoodCakePaulineHindal,Grandin,MI

Makes16servings



2cupseggwhites,atroomtemperature

1⅛cupsflour

2cupssugar,divided

½tsp.salt

1½tsp.creamoftarter

1tsp.vanillaextract

1.Placeeggwhitesinthelargebowlofanelectricmixer.

2.Inaseparatebowl,siftflourand1cupsugartogether.Setaside.

3.Addsalttoeggwhitesandbeatonhighspeeduntilfoamy,abouthalfaminute.

4.Addcreamoftartertoeggwhites.Continuebeatinguntilwhitesarestiff,butnotdry,approximately2½-3minutes.

5.Quicklysprinkle1cupsugarintowhites.Beatonaslowerspeedwhilesprinklinginthesugar.Thenincreasemixertothehighestspeed,justuntilthesugarisblendedinandverystiffpeaksform.

6.Sprinkleintheflour/sugarmixtureandvanilla.Blendinquicklybyhand,usingaspatulaandagentlefoldingmotionfromthesidestowardthecenterofthebowl.

7.Spoongentlyintoanungreasedtubepan.Cutcarefullythroughthebatter—goingthewholewayaroundthepan—withaknifetoreleaselargebubbles.

8.Bakeat350°for35-40minutes,oruntilthetopisspringywhentouched.

Tips:

1.Donotopentheovendoorwhilethecakeisbaking.

2.Iliketouseanelectricknifetocutangelfoodcakes.

3.Strawberr-i-oca(page203)isagreattoppingforthiscake.

SpongeCakeCathyBoshart,Lebanon,PA

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:15minutes


4eggs

2cupsflour

2cupssugar

2tsp.bakingpowder

1cuphotmilk

1tsp.vanillaextract

1.Inamixingbowl,beateggswell.

2.Inaseparatebowl,mixtogetherflour,sugar,andbakingpowder.Addalternatelywithmilktothebeateneggs.

3.Stirinvanilla.

4.Pourbatterintoagreasedtubepanora9x13bakingpan.


StrawberryShortcakeJoyceKreiser

Manheim,PA

Makes15-18servings



1½cupssugar


3eggs

4cupsflour

4tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.salt

1cupmilk

slicedstrawberries

1.Beattogethersugarandbutter.

2.Addeggsandmixwell.

3.Inaseparatebowl,sifttogetherflour,bakingpowder,andsalt.

4.Addtocreamedsugarmixturealternatelywithmilk.

5.Bakeat350°inagreasedandfloured9x13bakingpanuntillightlybrownedontop,about30-35minutes.

6.Servetoppedwithslicedstrawberriesandmilkinbowls.

Tip:Anotherwaytoservethiscakeistoslice1½qts.strawberriesintoabowl,sprinkletheberrieswith3Tbsp.sugar,thencoverandrefrigeratethebowlfor½hourormorebeforeserving.Thesugarovertheslicedberriesmakesagreatsyrup.

BananaNutCakeMargaretCulbert

Lebanon,PA

Makes12-15servings



2cupssiftedflour

1tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.salt

1½cupssugar

½cupshortening

½cupbuttermilk

1½cupsslicedbananas

2eggs

1tsp.vanilla

½cupwalnuts

1.Siftflour,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,andsalttogetherinalargebowl.

2.Combinesugar,shortening,buttermilk,bananas,eggs,andvanillainafoodprocessor.Coverandprocessonhighuntilsmooth.

3.Removefeedercapandaddwalnuts.Continuetoprocessonlyuntilnutsarechopped.

4.Pourthesecreamedingredientsintothedryingredients.Mixjustuntilcombined.

5.Pourbatterintoagreasedandfloured9x13bakingpan.


Variation:AddthisFrostingtotheBananaNutCake:


1tsp.vanilla

3½-3¾cupsconfectionerssugar

¼cupmashedbananas

1tsp.lemonjuice

1.Creambutterandvanillatogetheruntilwellmixed,eitherbyhandorwithanelectricmixer.

2.Graduallybeatinsugar.

3.Stirinbananasandlemonjuice.

4.Spreadovercooledcake.—KaraMaddox

Independence,MI

MyFavoriteBlueberryCakeMaryE.Wheatley

Mashpee,MA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:15minutes

BakingTime:1hour,ormoreifusingfrozenberries


1cup,plus2Tbsp.,sugar,divided

1cup,plus1Tbsp.,flour,divided

1tsp.bakingpowder

½tsp.salt

2eggs

3cupsfreshblueberries*

2Tbsp.freshlysqueezedlemonjuiceconfectionerssugar

1.Inalargebowl,creamthebutterwith1cupsugaruntillightandfluffy.

2.Inanotherbowl,mixtogether1cupflour,bakingpowder,andsalt.Beatintothebuttermixture.

3.Beatintheeggs,oneatatime.Thiswillbeastiffbatter.

4.Placebatterintoalightlybuttered9”springformpan.

5.Tossberrieswith2tablespoonssugar,lemonjuice,and1tablespoonflour.(*Ifusingfrozenberries,donotthawthem.Andincreasetheamountofflourto2-3Tbsp.)Spreadevenlyovertopofbatter.

6.Bake1hourat350°.(*Frozenberriesmayrequiremorethananhour.)Checkthatthe

cakeisdonebyinsertingatoothpickinitscenter.Itwillcomeoutcleanifthecakeisfullybaked.

7.Coolcakeinpan.Removesidesofpanandmoveontoacakeplate,berry-sideup.Sprinklelightlywithconfectionerssugarwhenserving.

Variation:Ifyou’dlikeaveryspecialfinish,servethecakewithLemonSauce,whichyoucanmakewhilethecakeisbaking:

1cupsugar

1stick(½cup)butter

¼cupwater

¾tsp.freshlemonzest

3Tbsp.freshlemonjuice

1egg,wellbeaten

1.Combineallsauceingredientsinanon-aluminumsaucepan.Bringtoaboilovermediumheat,stirringoccasionally.

2.Servewarmwithwarmsquaresofblueberrycake.—StacySchmucker

Stoltzfus,Enola,PA

CajunPineappleCakeJanSams

Lancaster,PA

KayMagruder

Seminole,OK

Makes12-16servings

PrepTime:20minutes


3cupsflour

½tsp.salt

1½cupssugar

1½tsp.bakingsoda

2eggs


¼cuporangejuice

Frosting:

¾cupsugar

¼cupevaporatedmilk

1stick(½cup)butter

1cupchoppedpecans

1cupshreddedcoconut

1.Makethecakebycombiningtheflour,salt,sugar,andbakingsodainalargemixingbowl.

2.Inaseparatebowl,mixtogethereggs,pineapple,andorangejuice.

3.Addwetingredientstodryingredients.Mixwell.


5.Bakeat325°for50minutes,oruntilatoothpickinsertedinthecentercomesoutclean.

6.Whilethecakeisbaking,placethesugar,milk,andbutterforthefrostinginasaucepan.Bringtoaboil.Continuesimmeringuntilthebutterismelted.Cool.

7.Stirinpecansandcoconut.Mixwell.

8.Spreadtoppingonhotcake.Placeunderbroilerforafewminutesuntillightlybrowned.Butwatchcarefullysothetoppingdoesn’tburn!

ToppingVariation:




1tsp.vanilla

choppedwalnuts

1.Creamtogetherbutterandcreamcheese.

2.Stirinsugarandvanilla,stirringuntilwellmixedandcreamy.

3.Spreadonlukewarmcake.

4.Garnishwithwalnuts.—ErmaHoover

Lititz,PA

—LindaOverholt

Abbeville,SC

UnbelievableCarrotCakeSueHamilton,Minooka,IL

Makes16servings



CookingTime:1hour

Cake:

12-layerspicecakemix

2cups(½lb.)shreddedcarrots

1cupcrushedpineappleswithjuice

3eggwhites

½cupAll-Brancereal

Frosting:

23-oz.pkgs.fatfreeorlightcreamcheese,softened

1cupSplenda

1tsp.vanilla

4ozs.(⅓ofa12-oz.container)fat-freefrozenwhippedtopping,thawed

1.Combineallcakeingredientsthoroughly.

2.Pourintoa9x13bakingpansprayedwithnon-fatcookingspray.

3.Bakeat350°for30minutes.Coolcompletely.

4.Beattogethercreamcheese,Splenda,andvanilla.

5.Foldinthewhippedtopping.Frostcakeandrefrigerate.

Tip:Thereisnoneedtoshredcarrotsyourselfanymore,becauseyoucannowbuytheminabagallreadytouse.

CarrotCakeJanelleMyers-Benner

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes12-15servings

PrepTime:45minutes


1cupoil

⅓cupsugar

1scantcupbrownsugar

4eggs

½cupapplesauce

2cupswholewheatpastryflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.salt

2tsp.cinnamon

2cupsgratedcarrots,about3largecarrots

¾cupgratedcoconut

1cupcrushedpineapple,drained

¾cupnuts,optional

2tsp.vanilla

CreamCheeseFrosting:


¼–½cupbutter,softened


2tsp.vanilla

milk

1.Inalargemixingbowl,creamtogetheroil,sugar,andbrownsugar.Stirintheeggsandtheapplesauce.

2.Inaseparatebowl,sifttogethertheflour,bakingsoda,bakingpowder,salt,andcinnamon.Addtocreamedmixture.

3.Stirinthecarrots,coconut,pineapple,nuts,ifdesired,andvanilla.

4.Pourintoagreased9x13bakingpan.Bakeat325°for40-50minutes,oruntiltoothpickinsertedincentercomesoutclean.

5.Tomakethefrosting,mixcreamcheese,butter,powderedsugar,andvanillatogether.Addmilkuntilyoureachaspreadableconsistency.Thisisthecakemymommadeforourwedding.Wecouldn’twaituntilour1stanniversarytoeatthetopofthecake!

ATip—

Tokeepacakeplatecleanwhilefrostingacake,slide6”-widestripsofwaxedpaperundereachsideofthecake.Whenthecakeisfrostedandthefrostingisset,pullthestripsaway,leavingacleanplate.

LemonyCheeseCakeRuthOsborne

Carmichael,PA

Makes8-12servings



Crust:

2cupsgrahamcrackercrumbs

2Tbsp.sugar

5⅓Tbsp.(⅓cup)butter

Filling:

4eggs


4Tbsp.flour

2Tbsp.lemonjuice

1cupsugar

1tsp.vanilla

¼tsp.salt

1.Preparecrustbycombininggrahamcrackercrumbsandsugar.

2.Meltmargarineandstirintocrackermixture.

3.Presscombinedingredientsaroundsidesandbottomofa9”springformpan.

4.Bake2-4minutesat350°.Setaside.

5.Puteggsinanelectricmixerbowlandbeatslightly.

6.Addallotherfillingingredientsandblendwithmixeruntilsmooth.

7.Spoonovertopofgrahamcrackercrust,beingcarefulnottodisturbthecrumbs.

8.Bakeat350°for40-55minutes,oruntilsetinthemiddle.

Tip:Tokeepacheesecakefromcracking,eitherplaceadishofwaterintheovenalongwiththecheesecake,orwrapthespringformpanwithfoilandplacethefilledpaninadishofwatertobake.

FrozenMochaCheesecakeStacySchmuckerStoltzfus

Enola,PA

IleneBontrager

Arlington,KS

Makes16-20servings



1¼cupscrushedchocolatewafercookies

¼cupsugar

halfastick(¼cup)butter,melted



⅔cupchocolatesyrup

2Tbsp.instantcoffeegranules

1tsp.hotwater

1cupfrozenwhippedtopping,thawed,plusextraforgarnish

1cupchocolatechips,optional

frozenwhippedtopping,thawed

1.Reserveafewcookiecrumbsforgarnish.Inasmallbowl,combineremainingcookiecrumbs,sugar,andbutter.Patcrumbsfirmlyonthebottomandupthesidesofa9x13bakingpan,ora9”springformpan.Refrigeratewhilepreparingrestofcake.

2.Inalargemixingbowl,beatcreamcheeseuntilfluffy.

3.Addmilkandsyrupandcombinewell.

4.Inasmallbowl,dissolvecoffeegranulesinhotwater.Addtocreamedmixture.Mixwell.

5.Foldinwhippedtopping.

6.Pourintopreparedpan.Coverandfreezeabout6hours,oruntilfirm.

7.Meanwhile,meltchocolatechipsinmicrowave(about30seconds).Stir.Placeinplasticbaggie,andcutoffasmallpartofonecorner.

8.Squeezechocolateontowaxedpaperinto16or20shapes(hearts,funsquiggles,etc.).Placeinrefrigeratoruntilfirm.

9.Justbeforeserving,placeadollopofwhippedtoppingoneachpieceofcake.Gentlyliftchocolateshapesoffwaxedpaperandleaneachoneintoadollop,soitstandsup.Sprinklewithreservedcrumbs,ifdesired.

10.Servechilled.

PeachesandCreamBeckyWeaver

Ellsinore,MO

KristaHershberger

Elverson,PA

JaneenZimmerman

Denver,PA

FloQuint

Quinter,KS

Makes6servings



¾cupflour

½cupsugar

1egg

½tsp.bakingpowder

½tsp.salt

3-oz.boxinstantvanillapudding

½cupmilk


1qt.slicedpeaches,drained,3Tbsp.juicereserved


½cupsugar

3Tbsp.sugar

½tsp.cinnamon

1.Putfirst8ingredientsinanelectricmixerbowl.Beatwellandpourintoagreased10”pieplate.

2.Laypeachhalvesorslicesontop.

3.Mixtogethercreamcheese,3Tbsp.peachjuice,and½cupsugar.Pouroverpeaches.

4.Mix3Tbsp.sugarandcinnamontogether.Sprinkleovercreamcheesemixture.


6.Coolbeforeslicingtoserve.

KiwiPineappleCheesecakeMableHershey

Marietta,PA

Makes12-14servings

PrepTime:30minutes



1¾cupscrushedvanillawafers(about50wafers)

¼cupsugar


Filling:

20-oz.canslicedpineapples,½cupjuicereserved

1envelopeunflavoredgelatin


15ozs.ricottacheese


1Tbsp.gratedfreshorangepeel

1tsp.vanilla

Topping:

½cuporangemarmalade

1kiwifruitpeeled,halved,andsliced

1.Inabowl,combinewafercrumbsandsugar.Stirinmeltedbutter.

2.Pressintothebottomand2inchesupthesidesofa9”springformpan.Bakeat350°for8minutes.Coolonwirerack;thenrefrigeratefor30minutes.

3.Meanwhile,drainpineapple,reserving½cupjuice.

4.Pour½cuppineapplejuiceintoasmallsaucepan.Sprinklegelatinoverjuice.Letstandfor1minute.

5.Cookoverlowheat,stirringuntilgelatiniscompletelydissolved.Cooltoroomtemperature,about10minutes.

6.Whilethejuiceiscooling,beattogetherthecreamcheeseandricottacheeseinalargeelectricmixerbowluntilsmooth.Stirinconfectionerssugaruntilsmooth.

7.Graduallyaddgelatinmixture,orangepeel,andvanillatothecheesemixture.Beatonlowspeeduntilwellmixed.Spoonhalfintocrust.

8.Cutfourpineappleringsinhalfandarrangeinspoke-fashionoverthefilling.

9.Spoonremainingfillingoverpineapple.

10.Refrigerateinthebakingpanfor6hours,orovernight.

11.Beatmarmaladeuntilsoftandspreadable.Brush6Tbsp.ontopofthoroughlychilledcheesecake.

12.Cutremainingpineappleringsinhalfandarrangeovermarmalade.

13.Placekiwislicesbetweenpineappleringsandbrushwithremainingmarmalade.

14.Justbeforeserving,runknifearoundtheedgeofthepantoloosen.Removesidesofpan,cutcakeintowedges,andserve.

Tip:Toevenlypresscrumbsintoaspringformpan,placeanotherroundcakepandownontopofthecrumbs,pressinggently.Thiswillmakethecorner/bendfromthebottomtothesideslessthickandwillhelptomakeverystraightsides.Whenyoutakethespringformpansidesoff,thesidesofthecakewilllookeven.

No-BakeRaspberryCheesecakeArleneM.Kopp

Lineboro,MD

Makes10-12servings

PrepTime:30minutes


3-oz.pkg.raspberrygelatin

1cupboilingwater


1cupsugar

1tsp.vanilla

1⅓cups(19-20crackers)grahamcrackercrumbs

¼cupmeltedbutter

3Tbsp.lemonjuice

12-oz.canevaporatedmilk,chilled

1.Placealargemixingbowlinthefridge.(You’llneeditlatertowhipthemilk.)

2.Combinegelatinandboilingwaterinasmallbowl,stirringuntilgelatinisdissolved.Cool.

3.Inamedium-sizedmixingbowl,creamtogethercreamcheese,sugar,andvanilla.Mixwell.

4.Addgelatin.Mixwell.Chilluntilitbeginstoset.

5.Meanwhile,combinecrackercrumbsandbutterinasmallbowl.Presstwo-thirdsofcrumbsintothebottomofa9x13pan.

6.Combinelemonjuiceandmilkinthebowlyou’vebeenchilling.Whipuntilit’sstiffandholdsapeak.

7.Lightlyfoldgelatinmixtureintowhippedmixture.

8.Pourintocrumbcrustinpan,beingcarefulnottodisturbthecrumbs.Sprinkletopwithremainingcrumbs.

9.Chilluntilset,about2-3hours.

ATip—

Whenusingfreshfruittogarnishacake,besuretopatitdryonapapertowel.Thishelpsanyjuicefromformingorpuddlingonthefinishedcake.

CoconutCakeMicheleRuvola

Selden,NY

Makes12servings



CookingTime:1hour

2cupsflour

1tsp.bakingpowder


1⅓cupswhitesugar

3eggs

1tsp.vanilla

1cupmilk

1-1½cupsshreddedcoconut,accordingtoyourpreference

confectionerssugar

1.Inamedium-sizedmixingbowl,combineflourandbakingpowder.Setaside.

2.Beatthebutterwithanelectricmixeruntilcreamy.Graduallyaddsugar.Blenduntilfluffy.

3.Addeggs,oneatatime,beatingwellbetweeneach.Addvanilla.

4.Addflourmixturealternatelywithmilk.Beatwellaftereachaddition.

5.Foldincoconut.

6.Spoonintoalightlygreased9”springformpan.Bakeat350°for30-35minutes,oruntilgoldenbrown.

7.Sprinklecooledcakewithconfectionerssugarbeforeserving.

MoistCreamyCoconutCakeKathyBless

Fayetteville,PA

Makes20servings

PrepTime:10minutes

BakingTime:about30minutes


1pkg.yellowcakemix

1¼cupsmilk

½cupsugar

2cupsflakedcoconut,divided


1tsp.vanilla

1.Preparecakemixasdirectedonpackage.Bakeinagreased9x13pan.

2.Cool15minutes.Pokeholesinthecakewithafork.

3.Meanwhile,combinemilk,sugar,and½cupcoconutinasaucepan.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheatandsimmer1minute.

4.Spoonevenlyoverwarmcake.Coolcompletely.

5.Foldtogether½cupcoconut,whippedtopping,andvanilla.Spreadovercooledcake.

6.Sprinkleremainingcoconutevenlyovertopofcake.Chillovernight.Storeinrefrigerator.

MixedFruitCakeMerleE.Mast,Keezletown,VA

Makes12servings

PrepTime:30minutes


3cupschoppeddriedfruits(varytheseasyoulike):

½cupraisinsorcurrants

½cupdates

1cupfigs

¾cupdriedapricots

¼cupdriedcranberries,ordriedtartcherries

2cupswater

1cupsugar

5Tbsp.butter

3cupsflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

2tsp.cinnamon

½tsp.cloves

½tsp.salt

1cupchoppednuts,optional

1.Combinechoppedfruit,water,sugar,andbutterinasaucepan.Bringtoaboil,cover,andsimmeroverlowheatfor20minutes.

2.Meanwhile,stirtogetherflour,soda,cinnamon,cloves,andsaltinamixingbowl.

3.Addfruitmixture,andnuts,ifyouwish.Stirtogetheruntilwellblended.

4.Spreadmixtureintotwogreased4½x8½x2½loafpans.

5.Bakeat325°for60minutes,oruntilcakestestdone.Invertontorackandcool.

Vicki’sLovelyLazyDaizyCakeDorothyVanDeest

Memphis,TN

Makes12servings

PrepTime:30minutes


4eggs

2cupssugar

2tsp.vanilla

2cupsflour

2tsp.bakingpowder

1½tsp.salt

2Tbsp.butter

1cupscaldedmilk

Topping:

½cup,plus2Tbsp.,brownsugar

¼cup,plus2Tbsp.,cream,orwholemilk

6Tbsp.butter

1cupshreddedcoconut

1cupchoppednuts

1.Beateggsuntillightinalargemixingbowl.Addsugar,beatingconstantly.Addvanilla.

2.Siftflour,bakingpowder,andsalttogetherinaseparatebowl.Stirintoeggmixture.

3.Stirbutterintoscaldedmilk,stirringuntilthebuttermelts.Addtobatterandmixwell.

4.Pourintoagreased9x13cakepan.Bakeat350°for30-40minutes.

5.Whilethecakeisbaking,preparetopping.Mixalltoppingingredientsinasaucepan.Heatovermedium-lowheatuntilthebuttermeltsandthetoppingisbubbling.

6.Testcakewithtoothpick.Whendone,spreadimmediatelywithtopping.

7.Changeoventobroilerandsetcakeunderbroileruntilbubbly.Watchcarefully;itdoesn’ttakelong!

8.Servehotorcold.

OatmealCakeShariJensen

Fountain,CO

BarbYoder

Angola,IN

Makes12servings

PrepTime:15minutes


1½cupsboilingwater

1cupdryquickoats

1cupsugar

1cuplightbrownsugar

½cupshortening

2eggs

1½cupssiftedflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.salt

1tsp.cinnamon

Topping:

1cuplightbrownsugar

1cupcoconut,shreddedorflaked

1cupchoppedwalnuts

1tsp.vanilla

5Tbsp.meltedbutter

¼cupevaporatedmilk

1.Pourboilingwateroverquickoatsinasmallbowl.Letstandafewminutes.

2.Creamtogethersugars,shortening,andeggs.Addoatmealmixture.

3.Inasmallbowl,combineflour,bakingsoda,salt,andcinnamon.Addtoegg/oatmealmixture.

4.Pourintoagreasedandfloured9x13bakingpan.Bakeat350°for40-45minutes.

5.Meanwhile,maketoppingbycombiningsugar,coconut,walnuts,vanilla,butter,andevaporatedmilkinamixingbowl.

6.Spreadovercakeassoonasitiscomesoutoftheoven.Turnonbroilerandplacecakeunderbroilerfor3-5minutes,untilgoldenandbubbly.Watchcarefullysoitdoesn’tburn.

7.Removefrombroilerandletcoolbeforeserving.

Variation:Insteadoffinishingthecakewiththetoppingabove,inStep4,afterthecakeisinthebakingpanbutbeforeputtingitintheoven,scatter5cups(6-oz.pkg.)peanutbuttercups,chopped,overthebatter.Bakeat350°for40-45minutes.Letcoolbeforecuttingintosquaresandserving.

—JoanMiller

Wayland,IA

ATip—

Alwaysuselargeeggswhenbakingcakes.Theyareabigpartoftheleaveningprocess.

PoppySeedCakeHelenGoering

Moundridge,KS

Makes15servings



2cupssugar


½cuppoppyseeds,finelyground

2eggs

½cupbuttermilk

2cupsflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.vanilla

1cupboilingwater

1.Inalargemixingbowl,creamtogethersugar,shortening,andgroundpoppyseeds.

2.Addeggsandbuttermilk.Mixwell.

3.Siftflourandbakingsodaintomixture.Blendthoroughly.

4.Addvanillaandhotwater.Blendinwell.

5.Placeinagreased9”or10”tubepanoragreased9x13bakingpan.

6.Bakeat350°for25-30minutes,oruntilatoothpickinsertedincentercomesoutclean.

LemonGlazeCakeTerryStutzmanMast

Lodi,CA

NancyWagnerGraves

Manhattan,KS

Makes15servings

PrepTime:10minutes


Cake:

1yellowcakemix

4eggs

¾cupoil

¾cupwater

3-oz.pkg.lemongelatin

Glaze:

juiceandgratedrindof2lemons


1.Inalargemixingbowl,mixtogethercakemix,eggs,oil,water,andgelatin.

2.Pourintoalightlygreased9x13bakingpan.Bakeat350°for30-35minutes,oruntilatoothpickinsertedinthecentercomesoutclean.

3.Whilethecakeisbaking,mixlemonjuice,lemonrind,andconfectionerstogetherinamixingbowl.

4.Whilethebakedcakeisstillwarm,pokeholesalloveritwithafork.Drizzlethoroughlywiththeglaze.

5.Allowcaketocoolbeforecuttingintosquaresandserving.

Ah,theannualsummerpicnicwithfolksfromthechurchinNormal,Illinois,whereIgrewup.ThiswasaregularcontributionofRuthRowe,afamilyfriend.

Variation:Substitutea3.4-oz.boxoflemoninstantpuddingfortheboxofgelatin.Stir1tsp.almondflavoringand1heapingtsp.poppyseedsintobatterinStep1.

Pourcakeintoagreasedbundtpanandbakeat350°for35minutes,oruntilatoothpickcomesoutcleanwheninsertedinthecenter.

—BethMaurer

ColumbusGrove,OH

OrangeStreuselCakeLoriNewswanger

Lancaster,PA

Makes16servings

PrepTime:20minutes


Streusel:

1cupbrownsugar

1cupchoppednutsorslicedalmonds

¼cupflour

3Tbsp.butter,melted

1tsp.gratedfreshorangezest

Cake:


½cupsugar

3eggs

1tsp.gratedfreshorangezest

½tsp.vanilla

2cupsflour

1tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.bakingsoda

⅔cuporangejuice

Glaze:

2½tsp.orangejuice


1.Tomakethestreusel,combinebrownsugar,nuts,flour,butter,andorangezestinamixingbowl.Mixtillcrumblyandsetaside.

2.Tomakethecake,beattogetherbutterandsugaruntilcreamy.

3.Beatineggs1atatime.Addorangezestandvanilla.

4.Inaseparatebowl,combineflour,bakingpowder,andbakingsoda.Addtoeggmixturealternatelywithorangejuice.

5.Spoonhalfthebatterintoagreased9”or10”tubepan.Sprinklewithhalfthestreusel.Topwithremainingbatterandthenalayeroftheremainingstreusel.

6.Bakeat350°for30-35minutes,oruntilatoothpickcomesoutclean.Coolonawirerack.

7.Prepareglazebycombiningorangejuiceandconfectionerssugar.

8.Turncakerightsideupontoaservingplate.Drizzlewithglaze.

9.Sliceandserve.

OrangeLemonPoundCakeJudiManos,WestIslip,NY

Makes12-16servings

PrepTime:20minutes





2cupssugar

5eggs,atroomtemperature

3cupsflour

½tsp.salt

½tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.bakingpowder

1cupbuttermilk,or1cupplainyogurt

1tsp.vanilla

1tsp.lemonextract

Glaze:

2tsp.orangejuice

2tsp.lemonjuice


1.Inalargemixingbowl,creamtogetherbutter,shortening,andsugaruntillightandfluffy.

2.Addeggs,oneatatime.Beatwellaftereachaddition.

3.Inaseparatebowl,combineflour,salt,bakingsoda,andbakingpowder.

4.Adddryingredientstocreamedmixturealternatelywithbuttermilk.Endwithdryingredients.

5.Stirinvanillaandlemonextract.

6.Spoonbatterintoawellgreasedandfloured10”tubepan.Bakeat350°for45-60minutes,oruntilcaketestsdonewithatoothpick.

7.Combineallglazeingredientsinamixingbowl.Blendwell.

8.Coolcakeonawirerackfor15minutes.Removefrompan.Placecakeonthewirerackoveraplatethatisslightlylargerthanthecake.Punchholesinthestill-warmcakewithatoothpickanddrizzleglazeoverthecakeuntilitisabsorbed.

Variation:Inadditiontothevanillaandlemonextractinthebatter,add½tsp.coconutextract,1tsp.almondextract,and½tsp.butterflavoring.

—AnnBender

FortDefiance,VA

AuntAllie’sMolassesCakeMaryD.Smith,Moneta,VA

Makes10-12servings

PrepTime:20minutes



2eggs

1cupsugar


1cupmolasses

2tsp.cinnamon

1tsp.ginger

3cupsflour

2cupsboilingwater

2tsp.bakingsoda

Frosting:

8Tbsp.butterorcreamcheese,softened


orangejuiceconcentrate

1.Byhand,combineeggs,sugar,andbutter.Mixwell.

2.Addmolasses,cinnamon,andginger.Mixwell.

3.Stirinflour.Mixwell.

4.Inasmallbowl,combineboilingwaterandbakingsoda.Addtobatter.Mixwell.

5.Pourbatterintoagreased9x13bakingpan.


7.Inamixingbowl,combinebutterorcreamcheeseandconfectionerssugaruntilsmooth.

8.Addorangejuiceuntilofspreadingconsistency.Spreadovercooledcake.

Variation:Insteadofspreadingfrostingonthecake,servetheMolassesCakewithLemon

Sauce:

½cupsugar

⅛tsp.salt

1½Tbsp.cornstarch

1½cupsboilingwater

gratedrindandjuiceof2lemons

2Tbsp.butter

1.Combinesugar,salt,andcornstarchinasaucepan.

2.Addboilingwater.Stiruntilsmooth.Cookoverlowheatuntilthickenedandclear,stirringconstantly.

3.Removefromheat.Stirinlemonrindandjuiceandbutter.Stiruntilwellblended.—VirginiaBender

Dover,DE

SunnySpiceCakeKarlaBaer,NorthLime,OH

Makes15-20servings

PrepTime:10minutes


1spicecakemix

3⅝-oz.pkg.butterscotchinstantpudding

2cupsmilk

2eggs

peachhalves,drained


1.Inamixingbowl,blendtogethercakemix,puddingmix,milk,andeggs.

2.Pourintoagreased9x13bakingpan.Bakeat350°for35minutes.

3.Cool.

4.Whenreadytoserve,cutintoserving-sizedpieces.Placeapeachhalfoneachservingofcake.Topeachwithadollopofwhippedtopping.

ATip—

Rhubarbiseasytofreeze.Washit,dryit,andsliceitintoplasticfreezerbagsbythecupfuls.

Bernice’sRhubarbSourCreamCakeBonnieHeatwole

Springs,PA

Makes15-20servings

PrepTime:20minutes



1½cupsbrownsugar

2largeeggs

1tsp.vanilla

2⅓cupsflour

1tsp.bakingsoda

1tsp.salt

4cupsrhubarb,cutin½”slices

1cupsourcream

Topping:

½cupsugar

1tsp.cinnamon

1cupchoppednuts

frozenwhippedtopping,thawed,optional

1.Inalargemixingbowl,creamtogetherbutterandsugaruntilfluffy.

2.Addeggsandvanilla.Mixwell.

3.Inaseparatebowl,combineflour,bakingsoda,andsalt.Addtocreamedmixture.Mixwell.

4.Stirinrhubarbandsourcream.Mixwell.

5.Spreadbatterinagreased9x13bakingpan.

6.Tomakethetopping,combinesugar,cinnamon,andnutsinasmallbowl.Sprinkleontopofbatter.

7.Bakeat350°for40minutes,oruntiltopspringsbackortoothpickcomesoutclean.

8.Servewarmwithwhippedtoppingfordessertorforbreakfastasacoffeecake.

PoundCakeJannaZimmerman

Flemington,NJ

Makes10servings

PrepTime:10minutes

BakingTime:1¼-1½hours


3cupssugar

1cupsourcream

1tsp.vanilla

½tsp.bakingpowder

6eggs

3cupsflour

1.Inalargemixingbowl,creambutterandsugartogether.

2.Blendinsourcream,vanilla,andbakingpowder.

3.Addeggs,oneatatime,beatingwellaftereachaddition.

4.Addflourandmixwell.

5.Pourintoagreasedbundtpan.Bakeat325°for1¼-1½hours,oruntilatoothpickinsertedinthecentercomesoutclean.

PumpkinYummyDessertLuAnnaHochstedler

EastEarl,PA

Makes15servings



29-oz.canpumpkin

¼tsp.salt

2tsp.cinnamon

½tsp.ginger

¼tsp.cloves

1cupbrownsugar

3eggs


1pkg.yellowcakemix


1-2cupsnuts


1.Inalargemixingbowl,combinepumpkin,salt,cinnamon,ginger,cloves,sugar,andeggs.Blendwell.

2.Addmilkandblendthoroughly.

3.Pourbatterintoagreased9x13bakingpan.

4.Sprinklebatterwithcakemix.

5.Pourbutterovertop.


7.Sprinklewithnuts.Bakeforanother20minutes.Cool.

8.Topwithwhippedtoppingjustbeforeserving.

Variations:

1.Insteadofayellowcakemix,useaspicecakemix.—LindaSimmons

Gordonville,PA

2.Insteadoftoppingthecakewithnuts,proceedthroughStep6,butbakefor50-60minutes.Allowcaketocoolthoroughly.Thenfrostwiththefollowing:




Inamixingbowl,beatcreamcheeseuntilcreamy.Foldinconfectionerssugarandblendwell.Foldinwhippedtopping.Spreadovercooledcake.

—MarolynMinnich

Westover,MD

RootBeerCakeCharlotteHill

RapidCity,SD

Makes6servings



CookingTime:1hour

1cupsugar

½cupbutter,softened

½tsp.vanilla

2eggs

2cupsflour

1Tbsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.salt

⅔cuprootbeer

Frosting:


⅛tsp.salt


2-4Tbsp.milk

⅓cuprootbeer,chilled

1.Inalargeelectricmixerbowl,combineallcakeingredientsandblendonlowspeed.Increasetomediumspeedandbeatforanother3minutes.

2.Pourintoagreasedandfloured8x12bakingpanandbakeat375°for30-35minutes.

3.Tomakefrosting,beattogetherbutter,salt,confectionerssugar,andmilkinamedium-sizedbowl.Blendinenoughrootbeertomakefrostingspreadable.

4.Spreadoncooledcake.

SlightlyOrangeFrostingDorisZipp,Germantown,NY

Makesenoughforonecake

PrepTime:5minutes

1-lb.boxconfectionerssugar

1tsp.vanilla

dashofsalt

2Tbsp.butter,melted

orangejuice

1.Inamixingbowl,combineconfectionerssugar,vanilla,salt,andbutter.Mixwell.

2.Addenoughorangejuiceuntilfrostingbecomesspreadable.

SloppyChocolateIcingLindaOverholt

Abbeville,SC

Makesicingfor1cake

PrepTime:2-5minutes


1cupwater

1cupsugar

2squaresunsweetenedchocolate,or½cupunsweetenedcocoapowderand1Tbsp.butter,softened


2½Tbsp.cornstarch

coupleofdropsofvanilla

1.Stirtogetherallingredientsinasaucepan,exceptvanilla.

2.Cookovermediumheat,stirringconstantlyuntilthickened.Stirinvanilla.

3.Cool.Spreadoncooledcake.

Tip:Youcanalsoservethisicingwarmovervanillaicecreamasagreathotfudgesauce.

AlmondButterCreamFrostingBarbYoder

Angola,IN

Makesenoughforonecake

PrepTime:10minutes

⅓cupsolidshortening

¼-⅓cupwater


1½tsp.almondflavoring

Combineingredientsinorderlisted.Beatuntilsmooth.

Variation:Forastiffericing,add1-2Tbsp.flour.

Tip:Youcanstorethisinanairtightcontainerintherefrigeratorfor5-6months.

Pies

AppleCreamPieBarbStutzman

Carlock,IL

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:30minutes


Filling:

1cuphalf-and-half

1¼–1½cupssugar

⅓cupflour,ormore

1tsp.vanilla

dashofsalt

4cupsbakingapples,slicedthin

unbaked9”pieshell

Topping:

½cupflour

⅓cupsugar

halfastick(4Tbsp.)butter,cutinsmallpieces

cinnamon

1.Combinefillingingredients,exceptapples,inamixingbowl.

2.Placeapplesintheunbakedpieshell.Pourfillingmixtureoverapples.

3.Tomaketopping,blendflour,sugarandbuttertogetherwithapastryblenderuntilcrumbsform.

4.Sprinklecrumbsoverapples.Sprinklecinnamonoverapplestotaste.

5.Bakeat450°for15minutes.Reduceheatto350°.Bakeanadditional45-50minutes.

Variation:Substitute1cupsourcreamforthehalf-and-halfinthefilling.—JeanneHeyerly

Chenoa,IL

GreatestApplePieLynetteNisly

Lancaster,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:30minutes


Filling:

1cupsugar

2Tbsp.flour

1tsp.cinnamon

dashofnutmeg

dashofsalt

6cupspeeledandslicedapples(Romeismyfavorite)

unbaked9”pieshell

CrumbTopping:

¼cupbrownsugar

¼cupsugar

¾cupflourscant⅓cupsolidshortening

1.Topreparefilling,combinesugar,flour,cinnamon,nutmeg,andsaltinalargebowl.

2.Addslicedapplesandmixwell.Putapplemixtureinunbakedpiecrust.

3.Topreparetopping,combinesugarsandflourinamedium-sizedbowl.

4.Cutinshorteningwithapastryblenderorforkuntilcrumbly.Sprinkleoverapples.


WhenmyhusbandandIweredating,Imadethispieforhimandhelovedit.Afterthat,hedecidedtothinkmoreseriouslyaboutourfuturetogether.HehasconvincedourchildrenthatImakethebestapplepie,whichtheyarenotshyaboutstatingwheneverapplepieisserved.

HarvestCranberryApplePieJanelleReitz

Lancaster,PA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:20minutes


1cupsugar

2Tbsp.cornstarch

½tsp.allspice

2tsp.cinnamon

4largetartbakingapples,pared,cored,andsliced

1cupfresh,wholecranberries*

½cupchoppedwalnuts

doughforadouble-crust9”pie

2Tbsp.butter,cutintopieces

1eggwhite,beaten

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combinesugar,cornstarch,allspice,andcinnamon.

2.Addapples,cranberries,andnuts.(*Frozencranberriesalsoworkinthispie.Allowthemtothawbeforestirringthemintothemix.)Tosstocoat.

3.Dividedough.Rolloutonehalf.Fitintoa9”piepan.

4.Fillwithfruitmixtureanddotwithbutter.

5.Rolloutsecondhalf.Placepiecrustontop.Seal,trim,andfluteedges.Brushtopwitheggwhites.

6.Bakeat400°for55-60minutes,oruntilcrustisgoldenbrownandfillingisbubbly.(Youmayneedtolooselycovertheedgesofthecrustwithfoiltopreventitfromburningduringthelast30minutesofthebakingtime.)

BlueberryPie

MarthaAnnAuker

Landisburg,PA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:30minutes


ChillingTime:2hours

2-3cupswholefreshblueberries,divided

water

½cupsugar

2Tbsp.cornstarch

2Tbsp.lemonjuice

halfan8-oz.pkg.creamcheese,softened

4Tbsp.milk

9”deep-dishbakedpieshell


1.Mash2cupsblueberries.Addenoughwatertoequal1½cups.Pourintosaucepan.Addsugar,cornstarch,andlemonjuice.

2.Cookuntilthickenedoverlowheat,stirringconstantly.Removefromheat.Chillfor2hours.

3.Meanwhilemixcreamcheeseandmilktogetheruntilcreamy.Putinbottomofbakedpieshell.

4.Topwith½-1cupwholeblueberries.

5.Pourcooled,thickenedblueberrymixtureovertop.

6.Topwithwhippedtoppingjustbeforeserving.

Crumb-ToppedBlueberryPieDawnShertzer

Mechanicsburg,PA

Makes6servings



Cooling/ChillingTime:4hours

1cupwater,divided

1cupsugar

3Tbsp.cornstarch

1pintblueberries

8”piecrust,unbaked

¾cupflour

¼cupdryquickorrolledoats

¼cupsugar

¼cupbrownsugar


1.Pour¾cupwaterintosaucepan.Addsugar.

2.Heatoverhighheat,stirringuntilsugarisdissolved.

3.Pourremaining¼cupwaterintoasmallbowl.Addcornstarch.Whiskuntilsmooth.Addtosugarwater.

4.Bringtoaboilwhilestirringuntilthickandbubbly.

5.Addblueberries.Stiruntilheatedthrough.

6.Pourintocrust.

7.Combineflour,oats,andsugarsinamixingbowl.Cutinbutteruntilcrumbly.

8.Toppiewithcrumbtopping.


10.Cooltoroomtemperature,andthenrefrigerate3hourstoallowfillingtoset.

Tips:

1.Youcanusethisrecipeforotherfruits,also.

2.Ifthesugarsyrupdoesnotthickenasmuchasyoulike,addmorecornstarch.

CranberryPieSandraChang

Derwood,MD

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:20minutes


2cupsfreshcranberries

½cupwalnuts,chopped

1½cupssugar,divided

halfastick(¼cup)unsaltedbutter,melted

1cupflour

1tsp.almondextract


1.Pourcranberriesandnutsintoagreased10”piepan.

2.Sprinklewith¾cupsugar.

3.Inamixingbowl,addremainingsugartobutterandblendtogetherthoroughly.

4.Stirinflourandalmondextractandmixtogether.

5.Addeggsandblendwell.

6.Pourovercranberriesandnuts.

7.Bakeat325°for35to40minutes.

FruitandCreamPieMaryJones

Marengo,OH

Makes8servings

PrepTime:15minutes

ChillingTime:4hours

halfan8-oz.pkg.creamcheese,atroomtemperature


½cupfrozenwhippedtopping,thawed

9”grahamcrackercrust

3-oz.pkg.gelatin(flavortomatchfruit)

3.4-oz.boxinstantvanillapudding

1¼cupswater

2cupsslicedfruitofyourchoice—strawberries,peaches,etc.

whippedtopping

1.Mixtogethercreamcheeseandsugaruntilsmooth.

2.Foldinwhippedtopping.Spreadincrust.Refrigerate.

3.Insaucepan,combinegelatin,puddingmix,andwateruntilsmooth.Stirconstantlyovermediumheatuntilmixturecomestoaboil.Removefromheat.

4.Stirinfruit.Spoonovercream-cheeselayer.

5.Refrigerate4hours.Garnishwithwhippedtoppingjustbeforeserving.

EasyPeachCreamPieDoyleRounds

Bridgewater,VA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:15minutesifusingaboughtpiecrust;30minutesifmakingyourown


3cupspeeledandslicedfreshpeaches

9”unbakedpieshell

2eggs

1cupsugar

¼cupflour

dashofsalt

1cupheavycream

1tsp.vanillaextract

cinnamon,optional

1.Fillpieshellwithpeaches.

2.Inmixingbowl,beateggsslightly.Blendinsugar,flour,andsalt.

3.Stircreamandvanillaintosugar/flourmixture.Blendwellandpouroverpeaches.

4.Sprinklewithcinnamonifyouwish.

5.Bakeat375°for40-50minutes,oruntilcentershakesslightlywhenmoved.Don’tover-bake.

6.Servewarm.Forafirmerpie,chillbeforeserving.Refrigerateleftovers.

Tips:

1.Ifthepiecrustcan’taccommodateallthefilling,puttheextrainasmallgreasedbaking

dish.Bakeitalongwiththepieuntilthefillingisset.

2.Topreventthecrustedgesfrombecomingtoobrown,covertheedgeswithfoilafterbaking30minutes.

SouthernPeachCobblerPieLoriShowalter

NewHope,VA

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:15minutes

BakingTime:1hour

6-8freshpeaches,peeledandsliced

1scantcupsugar


1egg,beaten

1tsp.vanilla

1cupflour

1.Filla9”piepanwithslicedpeaches.

2.Inamixingbowl,creamtogethersugarandbutter.

3.Addeggandvanilla.Beatwell.

4.Graduallyaddflourtocreamedmixture.

5.Spreadoverpeaches.

6.Sprinklewithadditionalsugarandcinnamon,ifdesired.

7.Bakeat350°for1hour,oruntilgoldenbrownandbubbly.

8.Servewarmwithicecream.

FreshPeachPieLavonMartins

Postville,IA

DarleneE.Miller

SouthHutchinson,KS

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:15minutes



¾cupsugar

½tsp.salt

1cupwater

3Tbsp.cornstarch

2Tbsp.whitecornsyrup

3-oz.pkg.peachgelatin

4-6peaches

9”bakedpiecrust

1.Inasaucepan,combinesugar,salt,water,cornstarch,andsyrup.Cookuntilclear,stirringconstantly.

2.Addgelatinandstiruntildissolved.Coolinfridgefor30minutes.

3.Slicepeaches.Placeinpiecrust.

4.Pourfillingoverpeaches.Chilluntilreadytoserve.

5.Servewithwhippedcreamoricecream.

Ifyouwanttomakeyourowncrust,trythis:

1½cupsflour

½tsp.salt

1½Tbsp.sugar

2Tbsp.milk

½cupoil

Mixallingredientstogetherinamixingbowl.Whenblended,simplypressintoa9”pieplate.Jagwithaforktokeepitfrombucklingwhilebaking.Bakeat350°untilgoldenbrown.Coolthoroughlybeforefillingwithfruit.

—DarleneE.Miller

SouthHutchinson,KS

Variation:Replacethepeachgelatinwithstrawberrygelatin.Anduse1qt.strawberries,freshorfrozen,insteadofthepeaches.

—JuneS.Groff

Denver,PA

Mile-HighStrawberryPieVioletteHarrisDenney

Carrolton,GA

Makes12servings



10-oz.pkg.frozenstrawberries,chopped,butnotthawed

2eggwhites

1cupsugar

2Tbsp.lemonjuice

8-oz.cartonfrozenwhippedtopping,thawed

10”crumbpiecrust—grahamcrackerorOreocrumb

1.Combinestrawberries,eggwhites,sugar,andlemonjuiceinanelectricmixer.Beatathighspeeduntilverystiff,10-15minutes.

2.Foldinwhippedtopping.

3.Pileintocrust.Freezeatleast3-4hours.

4.Removefromfreezer30minutesbeforeserving.

FrozenStrawberryPieBettySalch,Bloomington,IL

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes

FreezingTime:3-4hours


1cupsugar

1tsp.vanilla

4cupschoppedfreshstrawberries

12-oz.cartonfrozenwhippedtopping,thawed

½cupchoppedpecans,toasted

29”chocolatecrumbcrusts

1.Inalargebowl,beatthecreamcheese,sugar,andvanillauntilsmooth.

2.Beatinthestrawberries.Foldinwhippedtoppingandpecans.

3.Pourmixtureintocrusts.Coverandfreezefor3-4hours,oruntilfirm.

4.Removefromthefreezer15-20minutesbeforeserving.

GingerberryLatticePieJanSams

Lancaster,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:30minutes


15¼-oz.cancrushedpineapple,juicereserved

3cupsfreshorfrozencranberries

1⅓cupssugar

¼cupcornstarch

1-2Tbsp.choppedcrystallizedginger,or½tsp.groundginger

doughfora9”double-crustpie

1.Drainpineapple,reservingjuice.

2.Addwatertopineapplejuicetomake1cup.

3.Inamediumsaucepan,combinecranberriesandpineapplejuice.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat.Simmer,uncovered,for5minutes,oruntilcranberriespop.

4.Inasmallbowl,combinesugarandcornstarch.Stirintocranberries.Cookuntilbubbly,stirringconstantly.Removefromheat.

5.Stirindrainedpineappleandginger.

6.Fithalfthepiedoughintoa9”pieplate.

7.Pourfillingintopiecrust.Ifthere’smorefillingthanwillfitinthecrust,greaseasmallbakingdishandplacetheextrafillinginit.Bakeitalongsidethepie.

8.Cutstripsfromtheotherhalfofthepiedoughtomakealattice.Arrangethestripsoverthefilling.Coverthelattice-toppedpiewithfoil.

9.Bakeat375°for25minutes.Removefoil.Bakeanadditional20-25minutesuntilgoldenbrown.

HawaiianDelightPieFredaImler,Eldon,MO

JosephineEarle,Citronelle,AL

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


3large,or4medium-sized,eggs,beatenslightly

1cupsugar

1cupgratedorflakedcoconut

1cupdrainedcrushedpineapple

½stick(4Tbsp.)butter,melted

pinchofsalt

unbaked8”pieshell

1.Mixfirst6ingredientsinamixingbowl.

2.Pourintounbakedpieshell.

3.Bakeat350°for10minutes,andthenat325°for40minutes,oruntillightlybrownedandknifeinsertedinmiddlecomesoutclean.

Tip:Ifyouuseafoilpiepan,fillit,andthenplaceitonacookiesheettobake.Thatwillhelpthebottomcrusttobakemorefully.

—JeanneHeyerly

Chenoa,IL

LemonSpongePieJeanH.Robinson

Cinnaminson,NJ

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


1cupsugar

3Tbsp.flour

2Tbsp.butter,melted

2eggs,separated

¼tsp.salt

1cupmilk

gratedrindandjuiceofalargelemon

9”unbakedpieshell

1.Inamixingbowl,combinesugar,flour,andbutter.

2.Beateggyolksinasmallbowl.Addtofillingmixture.Blendwell.

3.Addsalt,milk,lemonrind,andjuice.Mixwell.

4.Inaseparatebowl,beateggwhitesuntilstiff.Foldintopiefilling.

5.Pourintopieshell.

6.Bakeat425°for10minutes.Reduceheatto350°.Bakeanadditional15minutes,untiltopisgoldenbrown.Cool.

LemonSourCreamPieLilliPeters

DodgeCity,KS

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:15minutes


CookingTime:1hour

1cupsugar

3½Tbsp.cornstarch

1Tbsp.finelygratedlemonrind(reservejuiceandseveralslices)

½cupfreshlemonjuice

3eggyolks,slightlybeaten

1cupmilk


1cupsourcream

9-inchdeepbakedpieshell

1cupheavycream,whipped

lemontwistsforgarnish

1.Inaheavysaucepan,combinesugar,cornstarch,lemonrind,lemonjuice,eggyolks,andmilk.Cookovermediumheatuntilthickened.Stirfrequently.

2.Stirinbutteruntilmelted.Cooltoroomtemperature.

3.Stirsourcreamintopiefilling.Pourintopieshell.

4.Coverwithwhippedcream.Garnishwithlemontwists.

5.Refrigerateuntilreadytoserve.

MicrowaveLemonPieJeanButzer

Batavia,NY

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes


CookingTime:2hours

baked9”pieshell

1cupsugar

4Tbsp.cornstarch

¼tsp.salt

1¾cupswater,divided

3eggyolks,slightlybeaten


⅓cuplemonjuice

whippedcreamorwhippedtopping

1.Combinesugar,cornstarch,salt,and¼cupwaterina1½-qt.microwavablecasserole.

2.Microwaveremainingwateronhighfor2-3minutesuntilboiling.Stirintosugarmixture.Microwaveonhigh4-6minutesuntilverythick.Stirevery2minutes.

3.Inaseparatebowl,addalittlehotmixtureintoeggyolks.Thenblendyolkswellinto

sugarmixture.Microwaveonhigh1minute.

4.Stirinbutter.Thenaddlemonjuice.Coolslightlyandturnintopieshell.

5.Servecooled,toppedwithwhippedcreamorwhippedtopping.

Tips:

1.Tomakealargedeep-dishpie,youcandoublethisrecipe.

2.Thisisalsogoodservedincustardcupsasapuddingwithnocrust.

3.Themicrowaveisawonderfulwaytomakethelemonfilling—noneedtoworryaboutitstickingtothebottomofthepanasitthickens.

KeyLimePieNormaI.Gehman,Ephrata,PA

Makes110”pie

PrepTime:20minutes



1½cupsgrahamcrackercrumbs

½cupfirmlypackedlightbrownsugar


214-oz.canssweetenedcondensedmilk

1cupkeylimejuice

2eggwhites

¼tsp.creamoftartar

2Tbsp.sugar

1.Combinefirst3ingredients.Pressintoa10”piepan.

2.Bakeat350°for10minutes,oruntillightlybrowned.Cool.

3.Inamixingbowl,stirmilkandlimejuicetogetheruntilblended.Pourintocrust.

4.Inacleanmixingbowl,beateggwhiteswithcreamoftartarathighspeeduntilfoamy.

5.Graduallybeatsugarintotheeggwhitesuntilthesugardissolvesandsoftpeaksareformed,about2-4minutes.

6.Spreadegg-whitemeringueoverfilling.Bakeat325°for25-28minutes.

7.Chill8hours,orovernight.

PumpkinPieWafiBrandt,Manheim,PA

Makes6-8servings



9”unbakedpieshell

3eggs

scant½cupbrownsugar

⅓cupsugar

¼tsp.salt

1¼tsp.cinnamon

¼tsp.ginger

¼tsp.nutmeg

dashofallspice

⅔tsp.vanilla

1⅓cupspumpkin

1⅓cupsmilk

2tsp.cornstarch

1.Beateggsinalargemixingbowl.Addallremainingingredientsaslisted.Whiskuntilverysmooth.

2.Pourintounbakedpieshell.

3.Bakeat350°for40-50minutes,untilsetandbrowned.

SourCreamRaisinPieKayMagruder

Seminole,OK

Makes6servings

PrepTime:20minutes



1cupsourcream

½cupraisins

1cup,plus2Tbsp.,sugar,divided

¼tsp.groundcloves

½tsp.cinnamon

dashofsalt

4eggs,separatedanddivided

19”bakedpiecrust,cooled

1.Inamedium-sizedsaucepan,blendtogethersourcream,raisins,1cupsugar,spices,salt,1eggwhite,and4eggyolks.(Reservethe3otherwhitesforthemeringue.)Cookoverlowheatuntilraisinsplumpandaretender.

2.Letpiefillingandcrustcoolcompletelybeforepouringthefillingintothecrust.

3.Preparethemeringuetoppingbybeatingthe3reservedeggwhitesuntilstiff.

4.Foldin2Tbsp.sugar,beatinggentlyuntilthesugarisincorporated.Thenincreasebeatingtotopspeeduntilmeringueturnsglossyandstiffpeaksform.

5.Pilemeringueoncooledpiefillingincrust.Bakeat350°forabout12minutes,untilgoldenbrown.

OatmealPieEdnaBeckler

Mt.Pleasant,IA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:30minutes



1cupbrownsugar

2eggs,beaten

dashofsalt

1tsp.vanilla

¾cupmilk

¾cuplightcornsyrup

½cupunsweetened,gratedorflaked,coconut

¾cupdryquick,orrolled,oatmeal

¼cupchoppednuts

9”unbakedpiecrust

1.Meltbutter.Mixwithsugarinalargemixingbowl.

2.Addbeateneggs,salt,andvanilla.

3.Addremainingingredientsinordergiven.

4.Pourintounbaked9”piecrustandbakeat350°for50minutes.

FrenchRhubarbCustardPieCarolFindling

Princeton,IL

Makes8servings

PrepTime:25minutes



2eggwhites

2wholeeggs

3Tbsp.milk

1½cupssugar

¼cupflour

¾tsp.nutmeg

4-6cupsrhubarb,cutinto½”pieces

piedoughfor1singledeep-dishcrust

Topping:

⅓cupbutter,atroomtemperature

½cupbrownsugar,packed

1cupflour

1.Inalargebowlcombineeggwhites,wholeeggs,milk,sugar,flour,andnutmeg.Beatthoroughly.

2.Addcut-uprhubarb.

3.Putpiedoughintodeeppiepanandflutecrustaboverimofpiepan.Pourrhubarbmixtureintounbakedcrust.

4.Blendbutter,brownsugar,andflourinfoodprocessoruntilcrumbly.Sprinkleoverpiefilling.

5.Bakeat425°for10minutes.Reduceheatto350°andbakeforanadditional30-40minutes,untilnicelybrowned.

6.Coolandserve.

Tip:Thispiemayseemrunnywhileit’swarm,butitwillthickenasitcools.

GermanSweetChocolatePieHazelLightcapPropst

Oxford,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:10minutes



4-oz.packageGermansweetchocolate,melted


3eggs

½cupsugar

1⅓cupsunsweetened,gratedorflaked,coconut

½cupchoppednuts

1.Inanelectricmixerbowl,blendevaporatedmilk,meltedchocolate,butter,eggs,andsugarfor15secondsonmediumspeed.

2.Pourintoagreased9”piepan.Sprinklewithcoconutandnuts.


ChocolateChessPieJ.Stefl

EastBethany,NY

Makes8servings

PrepTime:15minutes


Cooling/ChillingTime:4-5hours

Filling:

1cupsugar

1Tbsp.flour

⅓cupdrybakingcocoapowder

2eggyolks

1egg

3Tbsp.water

1tsp.distilledvinegar

2sticks(1cup)butter,melted

9”piecrust

Ganache:

2cupschocolatechips

1cupwhippingcream

Topping:

1cupwhippingcream

2Tbsp.confectionerssugar

1.Mixtogetherfillingingredientsuntilthickenedandsmooth.

2.Pourintopieshellandbakeat350°untilset,about35-45minutes.Cool.

3.Combineganacheingredientsinadoubleboileruntilsmoothandthickened.Cool.

4.Whileganachecools,whipthecreamforthetopping.Whensoftpeakshaveformed,foldinsugar.Continuewhippinguntilstiff.

5.Pourcooledtoppingoverbakedfilling.Topwithganache.Refrigerateforseveralhoursbeforeslicingandserving.

Tips:

1.Youcancutthispieandfreezeindividualpieces.

2.Servethisrichpiewithfreshraspberries.

FudgePieVickiHill,Memphis,TN

Makes8-10servings



CookingTime:1hour

2squaresunsweetenedchocolate

1stick(½cup)butter

1cupsugar

2eggs

¼cupflour

1tsp.vanilla

⅛tsp.salt

½cuppecans,chopped

1.Meltchocolateandbutteroverwaterintopofdoubleboiler.

2.Addremainingingredientsinorderlisted.Mixwell.

3.Pourintoagreased9”piepan.


5.Allowtocoolbeforecuttingintowedgestoserve.

WhiteChocolatePieJeanneAllen

Rye,CO

Makes6servings


ChillingTime:6hours

8ozs.whitechocolate

20largemarshmallows

½cupmilk

½pt.whippingcream

½tsp.vanilla

½cuptoastedalmonds,cutinhalforcoarselychopped

9”bakedpiecrust

1.Overhotwaterindoubleboiler,meltchocolateandmarshmallowsovermediumheat.

2.Stirinmilk.Coolcompletely.

3.Whipcreaminachilledbowluntilstiff.

4.Foldinvanilla.

5.Foldcooledchocolatemixtureintoflavoredwhippedcream.

6.Foldinalmonds.Pourintopieshell.

7.Chillseveralhoursbeforeserving.

WhiteChristmasPieCarolynBell

Quinter,KS

Makes8servings

PrepTime:30minutes



⅓cuplemonjuice

⅓cupgratedcoconut

½cupchoppedpecans

16-oz.cancrushedpineapples,drained

½tsp.pineappleflavoring

12-oz.cartonwhippedtopping

28”bakedpieshells

1.Inalargemixingbowl,combinemilk,lemonjuice,coconut,pecans,pineapple,andpineappleflavoring.

2.Foldinwhippedtopping.Pourintopieshells.Chillatleast1hourbeforeserving.

ATip—

Tokeepthecrustfrombecomingoverdonewhenbakingpies,looselywraptheedgeofthepieplatewithaluminumfoilafterapproximately30minutesofbaking,ataboutthetimethecrustisturninggoldenbrown.

PeanutButterPieNadineMartinitz

Salina,KS

TrudyKutter

Corfu,NY

Makes8servings

PrepTime:15minutes



½-1cuppeanutbutter

½cupmilk


8-oz.containerfrozenwhippedtopping,thawed,divided

preparedgrahamcrackerpiecrust

¼cupchoppedpeanuts

1.Combinecreamcheese,peanutbutter,andmilk,usinganelectrichandmixer.

2.Addconfectionerssugarandmixwell.Foldin¾ofthewhippedtopping(reservetherest).

3.Pourintograhamcrackercrustandfreezeuntilfirm.

4.Justbeforeserving,edgethetopofthepiewiththeremainingwhippedtopping.Sprinklethepeanutsinthecenterofthepie.

Variation:

1.Insteadofmilk,use12-oz.jarmarshmallowcream.—SharonLeali

Jackson,OH

2.Insteadofagrahamcrackerpiecrust,useachocolategrahamcrackercrust.

—SharonLeali

Jackson,OH

—BernadetteVeenstra

Rockford,MI

3.Spread¼cuphotfudgesundaetoppingoverthebottomofthepiecrustbeforeaddingtherestofthepiefilling.

—StacyPetersheim

Mechanicsburg,PA

PecanDreamPieJeanneAllen

Rye,CO

Makes8servings



CookingTime:2hours

9”unbakedpiecrust


1cupsugar

2eggs,separated

2Tbsp.vinegar

dashofsalt

1tsp.vanilla

⅛tsp.nutmeg

½cuppecans

1cupgoldenraisins

1.Jagpiecrustwithsharpforkalloveritssurfacetopreventitfrombucklingwhilepre-bakingit.Baketheemptycrustat400°for10minutes.Removefromovenandsetaside.

2.Inamixingbowl,creamtogetherbutterandsugaruntilsmooth.

3.Addeggyolks,vinegar,salt,vanilla,nutmeg,pecans,andraisins.

4.Inaseparatebowl,beateggwhitesuntilstiff.

5.Foldstiffwhitesintofillingmixture.Pourintocrust.


7.Cooltoroomtemperaturebeforeserving.

SouthernPecanPieMaryAnnBowman,EastEarl,PA

Makes6servings

PrepTime:10minutes


unbaked8”piecrust

1cupchoppedpecans

3eggs

⅓cupbrownsugar

1cuplightcornsyrup


⅛tsp.salt

1tsp.vanilla

1.Placepecansinpiecrust.

2.Beateggsinamixingbowl.

3.Addremainingingredientsandmixwell.

4.Gentlyspoonfillingoverpecans.

5.Bakeat350°for50-60minutes,oruntilbrownedandsetinthemiddle.

Variation:Insteadofbrownsugarandcornsyrup,use¾cuphoney.—CharlotteHill

RapidCity,SD

LemonPecanPieBetsyChutchian

GrandPrairie,TX

Makes6-8servings

PrepTime:10minutes



3eggs

2⅔Tbsp.butter,softened

1-1¼cupssugar,accordingtoyourpreference

¾cupchoppedpecans

1tsp.lemonextract

juiceofhalfalemon

8”unbakedpieshell

1.Mixfirst6ingredientsinorderlistedinalargemixingbowl.Stirwithaspoon,notamixer,justenoughtoincorporateallingredients.

2.Pourintopieshell.

3.Bakeat350°for30-40minutes,oruntilcrustisbrownandpiefillingisset.

4.Allowtocoolbeforeslicingtoserve.

CreamCheesePecanPieMarthaBender

NewParis,IN

Makes8-10servings

PrepTime:30minutes



½cupsugar

1egg,beaten

½tsp.salt

1tsp.vanilla

10”unbakedpieshell

1¼cupschoppedpecans

Topping:

3eggs

1cuplightcornsyrup

½tsp.vanilla

1.Inalargemixingbowl,creamtogethercreamcheese,sugar,egg,salt,andvanilla.

2.Spreadoverbottomofpieshell.

3.Sprinklepecansovercream-cheeselayer.

4.Maketoppingbycombining3eggs,cornsyrup,andvanilla.Beatuntilsmooth.Pouroverpecans.

5.Bakeat375°for35-45minutes,oruntilgoldenbrown.

CrispyR-IceCreamPieLavinaHochstedler

GrandBlanc,MI

Makes8servings


ChillingTime:1hour

FreezingTime:3hours

⅓cupcornsyrup

⅓cuppeanutbutter

2cupscrispyricecereal

1qt.vanillaicecream,slightlysoftened

sliced,sweetenedfreshpeaches,orpeachesandblueberries

1.Measurecornsyrupandpeanutbutterintoalargebowl.Stiruntilthoroughlycombined.

2.Addcrispyricecerealandmixwell.

3.Firmlypressmixtureevenlyintothebottomandupthesidesofagreased9”glasspieplate.Chill1hour.

4.Fillwithvanillaicecream.Freezeuntilfirm.

5.Placepieinfridge½hourbeforeserving.Cutintoslices.Topeachpiecewithfreshfruit.

PeanutButterBananaPieJoySutter,Perkasie,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:45minutes

Baking/CookingTime:27minutes

Cooling/ChillingTime:5-6hours

Crust:

1cupgrahamcrackers,crushed

2Tbsp.butter,melted

1Tbsp.sugar

Filling:

⅔cupsugar

3½Tbsp.cornstarch

¼tsp.salt

1⅓cupsmilk

2largeeggs,slightlybeaten

2Tbsp.creamypeanutbutter

1tsp.vanillaextract

2½cupsslicedbananas

1½cupsfrozenwhippedtopping,thawed

1.Inamixingbowl,combinecrustingredients.Pressintoa9”pieplate.


3.Makethefillingbycombiningsugar,cornstarch,andsaltinasaucepan.

4.Graduallyaddmilk,stirringuntilwellblended.

5.Bringtoaboilandcookfor1minute,whiskingconstantly.

6.Placetheeggsinthemixingbowl.Graduallyaddaboutone-thirdofthehotcreamyfillingtotheeggs,stirringconstantlytoblendandtokeeptheeggsfromscrambling.

7.Whentheeggshavebeenincorporatedwell,returnthecreamyeggmixturetothepan.Stirconstantlyoverlowheat,untilthickened.

8.Removefromheatandstirinpeanutbutterandvanilla.Coolslightly.

9.Arrangebananaslicesontopofgrahamcrackercrust.

10.Spooninfilling.

11.Pressplasticwrapontofillingtopreventskinfromforming.Chill4hours.

12.Removeplasticwrapandtopwithwhippedtopping.Chilluntilreadytoserve.

Shoo-FlyPieSharonAnders,Alburtis,PA

ArleneM.Kopp,Lineboro,MD

Makes8servings



Crumbs:

1cupflour

⅔cupbrownsugar


Filling:

1cupmolasses

1egg

1tsp.bakingsoda

1cupboilingwater

unbaked9”pieshell

1.Inamixingbowl,stirtogetherflour,brownsugar,andbutter.Reserve½cupofcrumbs,andsetaside.

2.Addmolassesandeggtocrumbmixtureremaininginthemixingbowl.Mixwell.

3.Dissolvesodainboilingwater.Thenaddtothemixingbowl,mixinguntilblended.

4.Pourfillingintopieshellandtopwithremainingcrumbs.

5.Bakefor10minutesat375°;thenfor30minutesat350°.

No-RollPieCrustAnnabelleUnternahrer

Shipshewana,IN

Makes110”piecrust



1½cupsflour

½cupoil

¼tsp.salt

2Tbsp.sugar

2Tbsp.milk

1.Blendingredientsinalarge10”piepan.

2.Pressintoshapewiththebackofaspoon.


4.Duringbakingtimepreparewhateverfillingyouwishtouse.

SugaredAlmondsandPecansLindaHartzler

Minonk,IL

Makes28¼-cupservings

PrepTime:15minutes

BakingTime:1hour

1eggwhite

1Tbsp.water

1-2tsp.cinnamon,accordingtoyourtastepreference

1tsp.vanilla

1cupsugar

1lb.almondsand/orpecans

1.Inalargebowl,beattogethereggwhiteandwateruntilfluffy.

2.Stirincinnamon,vanilla,sugar,andnuts.

3.Spreadinasinglelayeronabakingsheetwithsides.

4.Bakeat200°for1hour,stirringevery15minutes.

5.Coolcompletelybeforestoring.

PretzelTreatSheilaHeil

Lancaster,PA

Makeslots!

PrepTime:10minutesper8-oz.bag


1bagHersheyKissesorHersheyHugs

1bagwaffle-shapedpretzels

1bagM&Ms

1.UnwrapHersheyKisses.


3.Placepretzelsinasinglelayeronabakingsheet.

4.Topeachpretzelwith1HersheyKiss.

5.Bakefor4-6minutes,untilchocolatefeelssoftwhentouched.

6.Removefromoven.QuicklypressanM&McandyintothecenterofeachHersheyKiss.

7.Allowtocoolbeforestoring.

8.Refrigerateifnecessary.

Tips:

1.UsegreenandredM&MsforChristmas.

2.Usemulti-coloredM&Msforbirthdays.

3.Thisisagoodactivityforchildrenorsenioradultswhoneedsupervision!

4.Toshareasgifts,placehandfulsofthesepretzeltreatsintoclearorcoloredplasticwrapandtiewithcolorfulribbon.

CheesyPretzelsKimJensen

Thornton,CO

Makes16pretzels



1½cupsflour

⅔cupmilk

½cupcheddarcheese,shredded

2Tbsp.butter

2tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.sugar

1tsp.salt

1egg,beaten

koshersalt

1.Inalargebowl,mixthefirst7ingredientswithaforkuntilblended.

2.Dividedoughinto16equalpieces.Withyourhands,rolleachportionintoaropeabout12-14”long.Laythemongreasedcookiesheets,formingeachintoapretzelshapeasyoudoso.

3.Brusheachpretzellightlywithbeateneggandsprinklewithsalt.


Tip:Youcansubstituteonionorgarlicsaltforthekoshersalt.

FiddleSticksCovaRexroad

Kingsville,MD

Makes20servings

PrepTime:15minutes


2cupspretzelsticks,brokeninhalf

1½cupsraisins

1½cupslightlysaltedpeanuts

½cuppecans,optional

12-oz.pkg.whitechocolatechips

2Tbsp.butter

1.Mixtogetherpretzels,raisins,andnutsinalargemixingbowlor9x13bakingpan.

2.Placeinawarm200°ovenforabout10minutes.

3.Meltthechocolatechipsandbutterinadoubleboileroverhotwater,orinthemicrowave(50%powerfor1minute;stir;50%powerfor30seconds;stir.Continuemicrowavingat50%for30-secondtimeperiods,stirringbetweeneachone,untilthemixtureismelted).

4.Pourmeltedchocolateandbutteroverthewarmedpretzelmixture.Stirwelltocoat.

5.Spreadoutonabakingsheettocool.

6.Breakupandserveorstore.

WhiteChocolateCrunchBeckyHarder

Monument,CO

Makes20½-cupservings

PrepTime:10minutes


1wholeblockofwhitechocolate

6cupsChexcereal

2cupsM&Ms

2cupssmallpretzels

1.Chopthewhitechocolateblockintopieces.Placeinamicrowave-safebowl.Microwaveat50%powerfor2-3minutes.Stir.Heatagainat50%powerfor15seconds.Stir.Continueheatingfor15-secondperiods,followingeachbystirring,untilthepiecesaroundtheedgesaremeltedandthecenterofthebowlfeelshot.Letstandforaminuteandthenstir.Ifsolidpiecesremain,continuetheheatingfor15-secondperiods,followedbystirring.

2.Whenthechocolateisfullymelted,stirincereal,M&Ms,andpretzels.

3.Spreadoutonwaxedpaperandletharden.

4.Breakintochunks/piecestoserve.

CrunchyPeanutBarkDoyleRounds,Bridgewater,VA

Makesabout60pieces

PrepTime:5minutes


StandingTime:4-6hours

2lbs.whiteconfectionerycoating

1cupcreamypeanutbutter

3cupscrispricecereal

2cupsdryroastedpeanuts

2cupsminiaturemarshmallows

1.Placeconfectionerycoatinginalargemicrowave-safebowlandmicrowaveat50%powerfor1minute.Stir.Microwaveat50%powerfor30seconds.Stir.Continuemicrowavingat50%powerfor30-secondperiodsuntilthecoatingismelted.

2.Stirpeanutbutter,ricecereal,peanuts,andmarshmallowsintomeltedcoating.

3.Dropbyheapingtablespoonsfulontowaxedpaper.

4.Letstandoncounterforseveralhoursuntilverydry.Storeinrefrigeratororfreeze.Thebarkkeepswell.

Notes:

1.Whiteconfectionerycoatingcanbefoundinthebakingsectionofmostgrocerystores.Itissometimeslabeled“AlmondBark”or“CandyCoating.”Itisoftensoldinbulkpackagesof1-1½lbs.indiscorblockform.

2.IalwaysmakethisspecialsnackatChristmas.It’sagreatgive-awaygift.

PartyMixforaBunchBarbaraYoder

Christiana,PA

Makes80cups!


12-oz.boxRiceChex

12-oz.boxCornChex

17-oz.boxCrispix

12-oz.bagcheesecurls

1-lb.bagsmallpretzels

10-oz.boxRitzBits

1boxWheatables

1boxWhiteCheddarCheez-its

1lb.mixednuts

12.5-oz.boxgoldfishcrackers

16-oz.jardryroastedpeanuts

2pkgs.HiddenValleyRanchdrysaladdressingmix

1bottlebutter-flavorpopcornpoppingandtoppingoil

1.Pourallingredients,exceptoilandsaladdressingmix,intoalargegarbagebag.

2.Addsomeoilandsaladdressingmix.Tiebagshutandshake.

3.Continuetoaddoilandsaladdressingmix,shakingaftereachadditionuntilwellblended.

Tips:

1.Placeonegarbagebaginsideanothertocutdownonpossibleleaks.

2.YoucanfreezethefinishedMix.

3.Ifyoucan’tfindthepopcornpoppingandtoppingoil,youcansubstitute1cupoliveoiland1Tbsp.butterflavoring.

ATip—

Whenmeasuringhoney,cornsyrup,ormolasses,firstlightlyspraythemeasuringcupwithnon-fatcookingspray.Theliquidwillsliderightout.

CaramelPopcornJanelleReitz,Lancaster,PA

StarlaA.Diem,Denmark,SC

Makes121-cupservings

PrepTime:10minutes


CookingTime:1hour

12cupspoppedplainpopcorn,unsalted,airoroil-popped

1cupbrownsugar

½cuplightcornsyrup


½tsp.salt

½tsp.bakingsoda

½tsp.vanilla

1.Placepoppedpopcornintwo9x13greasedbakingpans.Preheatovento250°.

2.Combinesugar,cornsyrup,butter,andsaltinaheavysaucepan.

3.Cook7-10minutes,stirringconstantly,bringingmixturetoaboilovermediumheat.Boil4minutes.Donotstir.

4.Removefromheat.Addbakingsodaandvanilla.Pouroverpopcorn,stirringtocoatevenly.

5.Bakefor1hour,stirringevery15minutes.

6.Coolonwaxedpaper.Breakapartintopieces.Storeintightly-coveredcontainer.

Variation:Forarealtreat,add1½cupsbrokencashewstothepopcorninStep1.—DawnDerstine

Souderton,PA

SweetSnackMixRuthAnnPenner

Hillsboro,KS

Makesabout20cups

PrepTime:10minutes



14cupspoppedpopcorn

3cupscrispricecereal

2cupssaltedpeanuts

1lb.whitealmondbark

3Tbsp.creamypeanutbutter

1.Inalargebowl,combinepoppedpopcorn,cereal,andpeanuts.

2.Placebarkandpeanutbutterinamicrowave-safebowl.Heatonhighfor1minute.Stir.Heatonhighfor15seconds.Stir.Ifthemixtureisn’tyetmelted,continueheatingonhighfor15-secondperiods,stirringbetweeneach.

3.Pourmeltedmixtureoverpopcornmixture,stirringtocoat.

4.Spreadonwaxedpaper.Allowtostandforatleast2hours.

5.Breakupandstoreinanairtightcontainer.

Tip:Lookforthealmondbarkinthebakingsectionofthegrocerystore.

GranolaBarsBarbaraKuhns

Millersburg,OH

KimStoll

Abbeville,SC

LydiaStoltzfus

EastEarl,PA

ChristineWeaver

Reinholds,PA

Makes20servings



2cups(1pkg.)grahamcrackers,crushed

5cupsdryquickoats

4½cupscrispricecereal

1½sticks(¾cup)butter

½cuppeanutbutter

¾cuphoney

210-oz.pkgs.marshmallows

1cupM&Ms,frozen

1cupchocolatechips,frozen

1.Inalargebowl,combinecrushedgrahamcrackers,dryoats,andcrispricecereal.

2.Inasaucepan,combinebutter,peanutbutter,andhoney.Stirfrequently,heatinguntilbutterismelted.

3.Addmarshmallows.Heatuntilmarshmallowsaremelted,stirringconstantly.

4.Pouroverdrymixture.Mixwell.

5.AddM&Msandchocolatechips.Mixwell.

6.Pressontoagreasedbakingsheet.Cutinto20pieces.

Variations:

1.Add1cupeachofanyofthefollowingtoStep1:gratedcoconut,almonds,raisins,otherdriedfruit.

—LoriShowalter

NewHope,VA

2.Add2tsp.vanillatoStep2.—JulieNewman

Sidney,BC

3.Add1cupall-brancereal,¼cupsunflowerseeds,and¼cupsesameseedstoStep1.—FrancesSchrag

Newton,KS

—EstherZimmerman

Ephrata,PA

SaltedPeanutSquaresJohnD.Allen

Rye,CO

Makes20-24servings

PrepTime:5minutes


ChillingTime:1hour

16-oz.jarsaltedpeanuts

3Tbsp.butter

10-oz.pkg.peanutbutterchips

2cupsminiaturemarshmallows


1.Coverthebottomofagreased9x13bakingpanwithhalfthesaltedpeanuts.

2.Inasaucepan,meltbutterandpeanutbutterchips.

3.Stirinmarshmallowsandmilk.Heatuntilmelted.

4.Pouroverpeanuts.

5.Topwithremainingpeanuts.

6.Chill.Cutintosquares.

PeanutButterClustersRuthAnnGingrich

NewHolland,PA

Makes4-5dozenpieces



CookingTime:1hour

2cupslightcornsyrup

2cupspeanutbutter

2cupssugar

112-oz.boxcornflakes,or

12cupscornflakes

1.Mixcornsyrup,peanutbutter,andsugarinalargesaucepan.

2.Whilestirringconstantlyovermediumheat,bringtoaboil.

3.Immediatelyremovefromheatandstirincornflakesuntilcoatedevenly.

4.Dropbyspoonfulsontowaxedpaper.

5.Whenfullycooled,storeinairtightcontainer,placingasheetofwaxedpaperbetweeneachlayer.

Tip:YoumuststirconstantlyinStep2sothemixturedoesn’tburn.Assoonasitreachestheboilingpoint,removefromheat!

CranberryClustersEdwinaStoltzfus

Narvon,PA

Makes24clusters



StandingTime:1hour

2cups(12-oz.pkg.)semi-sweetchocolatechips

⅔cupcraisins

⅔cuppeanuts

1.Placechocolatechipsinamicrowave-safebowl.Microwaveat50%for1minute.Stir.Microwaveat50%for15seconds.Stir.Continuemicrowavingat50%for15-secondperiods,followedbystirring,untilthechipsaremelted.

2.Stirincraisinsandpeanuts.

3.Dropbyteaspoonfulsontowaxedpaper.Letstanduntilset.

Variations:Usewhitechocolatechipsinsteadofchocolatechips,cashewsinsteadofpeanuts,andraisinsordriedcherriesinsteadofcraisins.

HoneyMilkBallsSherryGossLapp

Lancaster,PA

Makes28balls

PrepTime:10minutes

½cuphoney

½cuppeanutbutter

1cuppowderedmilk

1cupdryquickoats

1.Inalargemixingbowl,mixtogetherhoneyandpeanutbutter.

2.Stirinmilkandoats,mixingwell.

3.Rollmixtureintosmallballs.Thisisagreat,healthysnackthatchildrencanhelptomake.

EasyFudge

BarbaraTenney

Delta,PA

Makes36servings

PrepTime:5minutes


⅔cupevaporatedmilk

1⅔cupssugar

½tsp.salt

1½cupsminimarshmallows,ordicedlargemarshmallows

1½cupssemi-sweetchocolatechips

1tsp.vanilla

½cupchoppednuts

1.Placefirst3ingredientsinsaucepan.Mixandheatovermediumheat.Bringtoaboil,stirringcontinuously.

2.Boil5minutesandremovefromheat.

3.Addremainingingredientsandstiruntilmarshmallowsandchocolatechipsmelt.

4.Pourintoabuttered9x9pan.Cutintosquareswhilestillwarmandchill.

Variations:Replacechocolatechipswithpeanutbutterchips.

ChocolatePeanutButterFudgeMeredithMiller

Dover,DE

JuneS.Groff

Denver,PA

Makes36servings




½cuppeanutbutter


1tsp.vanilla


1.Mixtogetherbutter,peanutbutter,cocoapowder,andvanilla.Stirinsugar.

2.Linean8x8panwithwaxedpaper.Patmixtureintopan.

3.Refrigerate4-6hoursorovernight.

4.Cutintosmallsquares.

Tip:It’seasiertomixtheseingredientstogetherusingyourcleanhandsratherthanaspoon.Sincethisissuchasimplerecipe,mysiblingsandIenjoyedmakingthiscandybyourselvesataveryyoungage.Thehardestpartwastowaituntilitgotfirm.Weoftenateourshare(andmore)beforethen.Wealsoserveditatquiteafewparties.

—MeredithMiller

Dover,DE

RaspberryTrufflesDawnRanck

Lansdale,PA

Makes18balls

PrepTime:10minutes


FreezingTime:2½-3hours

StandingTime:1hour

1Tbsp.butter

2Tbsp.whippingcream

1⅓cupssemi-sweetchocolatechips

7½tsp.seedlessraspberryjam

6ozs.whiteordarkcoatingchocolate

2Tbsp.solidshortening

1.Inaheavysaucepan,combinebutter,cream,andchocolatechips.Cookoverlowheat4-5minutes,oruntilchocolateismelted.Removefromheat.

2.Stirinjam.Transfertofreezercontainer.Coverandfreeze20minutes.

3.Dropbyteaspoonfulsontofoil-linedbakingsheets.Freeze15minutes.

4.Rollintoballs.Freezeuntilfirm.

5.Meltchocolateandshorteningtogether,stirringfrequently.Dipballs.Placeonwirerackoverwaxedpaper.Letstanduntilfirm.Storeinrefrigerator.

FruityYogurtIcePopsPaulaKing,Flanagan,IL

Makes10servings

PrepTime:5minutes


216-oz.cupsstrawberryyogurt

8-oz.canunsweetenedcrushedpineapple,undrained

1Tbsp.honey

1.Combineyogurt,pineapple,andhoneyinablenderorfoodprocessor,blendinguntilsmooth.

2.Pourinto10plasticmoldsor3-oz.papercups.Topwithholdersorinsertwoodensticks.

3.Freezeuntilfirm,about8hoursorovernight.

Tip:Youcanuseotherflavorsofyogurtandotherfruits.Justmakesureyouusethecorrectamountsofeach.

MochaccinoJenelleMiller

Marion,SD

Makes10servings

PrepTime:15minutes

12Tbsp.freshlygroundcoffee

10cupswater

¾cupnondairypowderedcreamer

½cupchocolatesyrup

½cupcaramelsyrup

⅓cupsugar

crushedice

whippedcreamandadditionalsyrup,optional

1.Brewcoffee(with10cupswater)incoffeemaker.Pourintoa2-qt.pitcher.

2.Addcreamer,syrups,andsugar.Whisktogether.Coolinrefrigerator.

3.Touse,place1cupcoffeemixinblenderwith1cupcrushedice.Blendfor1minute.

4.Pourintoatallglass.Topwithwhippedcreamanddrizzlewithsyrup,ifyouwish.

Tip:Coarselycrushediceblendsbetterthanfinelycrushedice.

3-2-1LemonadeTabithaSchmidt

Baltic,OH

Makes1gallon

PrepTime:15minutes

3lemons

2cupssugar

waterandicetomakeagallon

1.Thinlyslicelemons,discardingtips.

2.Placeinaone-gallonpitcherandaddsugar.Stirthoroughlyuntillemonslicesarewell-coveredwithsugar.Letstandfor10minutes.

3.Addiceandwatertomakeonegallon.

4.Serveimmediatelyorwithinhours,puttingalemonsliceineachglassifdesired.

Tips:

1.Ifyouhaveleft-overlemonade,removethelemonsifyouwon’tbeusingitwithin24hours.Therindscanturnbitterifleftintoolong.

2.Togetthemaximumflavorfromthelemons,mashthesugarandlemonslicestogether(Step2)untilwellblended.

MintLemonadeConcentrateStacySchmuckerStoltzfus

Enola,PA

VirginiaM.Eberly

Loysville,PA

Makesabout2quartsofconcentrate

PrepTime:10minutes



2cupsfreshtealeaves(stemsareokaytouse,too)

1qt.water

1½cupssugar

12-oz.canfrozenlemonadeconcentrate

6-oz.canfrozenorangejuiceconcentrate

1.Washtealeavesandputinalargebowl.

2.Combinewaterandsugarinasaucepan.Boilfor10minutes.

3.Pourovertealeaves.Coverandletcool.Squeezewateroutofleaves,removethem,andcompost.

4.Addjuiceconcentratestotea.Stiruntilthawed.

5.Toserve,mix1partconcentrateto3partswater.

Tip:Attheendofthegrowingseason,Imakequantitiesoftheconcentrateandfreezeittouseinthewinter.

MintTeaCarolEberly

Harrisonburg,VA

Makes1gallon


SteepingTime:10minutes

4cupswater

3Liptonfamily-sizeteabags(onlyLipton!)

8-10stalksfreshminttea,or2Boston’smintteabags,or8-10stalksdriedmint

1¼cupssugar

1.Heat4cupswatertoboilinthemicrowaveoronthestove.

2.Removefromheatandaddfamily-sizeteabagsandmintteaorteabags.

3.Letsteepatleast10minutes.

4.Removeteabagsandmint.

5.Addsugar.Stiruntildissolved.

6.Addenoughwatertomakeagallon.

7.Serveovericeinglasses.

Tip:Inthesummerwhentheteagrows,Icutitoffanddryitforuseinthewinter.

IndianTeaTerryStutzmanMast

Lodi,CA

Makes4servings

PrepTime:5minutes

SteepingTime:5-10minutes

4cupswater

3black(regularordecaf)teabags

3wholecloves

1”pieceofgingerroot,chopped

3podscardamom,openedforseeds

1stickcinnamon,chopped

6-oz.canevaporatedskimmilk

¼cupsugar

1.Bringwatertoaboilinacoveredsaucepan.Turnoffheat.

2.Placeteabagsintosteepfor5minutes.Keepcovered.

3.Inateaballormuslinbag(tiedshut)placecloves,gingerroot,cardamomseeds,andchoppedcinnamon.Placeintosteepingtea.

4.After5minutes,removeteabags.(Ifyoupreferastrongertea,allowtheteabagstosteepafewmoreminutesuntilteaisdarker.)

5.Stirinevaporatedmilk.

6.Addsugar,stirringuntildissolved.

7.Removeteaballorspicebagandserve.

RedVelvetPunchJ.B.Miller

Indianapolis,IN

Makes248-oz.servings

PrepTime:15minutes

8cupscranberryjuicecocktail

1cupeach,thawedfrozenconcentrateoforangejuice,lemonjuice,andpineapplejuice

2cupsgrapejuice

blockofice

2qts.gingerale

lemonandlimeslices

1.Mixallingredientstogetherinlargepunchbowl.

2.Whenwellblended,addablockofice.

3.Justbeforeservingadd2quartsgingerale.

4.Garnishwithslicesoflemonandlime.

Tip:Insteadofasolidblockofice,substituteaniceringwithslicesofcitrusandcherriesimbeddedintheice.

Sugar-FreeHolidayNogNormaI.Gehman

Ephrata,PA

Makes8servings

PrepTime:10minutes

7cupsskimmilk,divided

1-oz.pkg.instantsugar-freevanillapuddingmix

1-2tsp.vanilla,orrum,extract,yourchoiceofamount

sugarsubstituteequivalentto4-8tsp.sugar,accordingtoyourtastepreference

1cupevaporatedskimmilk

1.Combine2cupsmilk,puddingmix,extract,andsugarsubstituteinabowl.Mixaccordingtodirectionsonpuddingpackage.

2.Pourpuddingmixtureintoa½-galloncontainerwithatight-fittinglid.Add3cupsskimmilkandshakewell.

3.Addevaporatedmilkandremainingskimmilk,shakingwellaftereachaddition.

4.Chillandserve.

StrawberryRefresherHelenR.Goering

Moundridge,KS

Makes1gallon

PrepTime:20minutes

10-oz.pkg.frozenstrawberries

6-oz.canfrozenlemonadeconcentrate


3qts.gingerale

freshstrawberryslices,ifavailable

1.Placefrozenstrawberries,frozenlemonadeconcentrate,andcrushedpineapple,intoblender.Blendonhighspeed.

2.Pourintopunchbowl.

3.Addgingeralejustbeforeserving.

4.Ifservinginapunchbowl,garnishwithfreshstrawberryslices.

OrangeJuliusJanetDerstine

Telford,PA

ArleneLeamanKliewer

Lakewood,CO

KristaHershberger

Elverson,PA

Makes3-4servings

PrepTime:5minutes

6ozs.frozenorangejuiceconcentrate

1cupwater

1cupmilk

½-1tsp.vanilla,accordingtoyourtastepreference

½cupsugar

12-14icecubes,or3cupscrushedice

1.Mixallingredientsinblender.

2.Serveimmediately.

ATip—

Keephotdishwaterinthesinksoyoucancleanupthekitchenasyougoandwhilethefoodisbakingorcooking.

OrangeCrèmeSmoothieDalePeterson

RapidCity,SD

Makes2servings

PrepTime:5minutes

2cupsmilk

½cupplainorvanillayogurt

½cupfrozenorangejuiceconcentrate

4tsp.sugarorhoney

1banana,sliced

1.Blendallingredientsinblenderorfoodprocessor.

2.Servecold.

Variations:

1.Add4-6icecubestotheblendertomakethesmoothieslushy.

2.Makethesmoothiewithoutaddinganysweetener.—Annabelle

Unternahrer

Shipshewana,IN

StrawberryBananaSmoothieAnnBender

FortDefiance,VA

Makes4-5servings

PrepTime:5minutes

1banana

1cupfrozenstrawberries

½cuporangejuice

¼cupsugar,orhoney

½cuppineapple,crushed

orcubes

1trayoficecubes

1cupyogurt,optional

peachesorblueberries,optional

1.Placeingredientsinablenderintheorderlisted.

2.Blenduntiliceisdissolved(1-2minutes).

Thisisexceptionallygood—andwelcome—onahotdayornight.

AbbreviationsusedinFix-ItandEnjoy-ItCookbooklb.=pound

oz.=ounce

pkg.=package

pt.=pint

qt.=quart

Tbsp.=tablespoon

tsp.=teaspoon

9x13bakingpan=9incheswideby13incheslong

8x8bakingpan=8incheswideby8incheslong

5x9loafpan=5incheswideby9incheslong

Assumptionsflour=unbleachedorwhite,andall-purpose

oatmealoroats=dry,quickorrolled(old-fashioned),unlessspecified

pepper=black,finelyground

rice=regular,long-grain(notminuteorinstant)

salt=tablesalt

shortening=solid,notliquid

spices=allground,unlessspecifiedotherwise

sugar=granulatedsugar(notbrownandnotconfectioners)

Equivalentsdash=littlelessthan⅛tsp.

3teaspoons=1Tablespoon

2Tablespoons=1oz.

4Tablespoons=¼cup

5Tablespoonsplus1tsp.=⅓cup

8Tablespoons=½cup

12Tablespoons=¾cup

16Tablespoons=1cup

1cup=8ozs.liquid

2cups=1pint

4cups=1quart

4quarts=1gallon

1stickbutter=¼lb.

1stickbutter=½cup

1stickbutter=8Tbsp.

Beans,1lb.dried=2-2½cups(dependinguponthesizeofthebeans)

Bellpeppers,1large=1cupchopped

Cheese,hard(forexample,cheddar,Swiss,MontereyJack,mozzarella),1lb.grated=4cups

Cheese,cottage,1lb.=2cups

Chocolatechips,6-oz.pkg.=1scantcup

Coconut,3-oz.pkg.,grated=1cup,lightlyfilled

Crackers,graham,12singlecrackers=1cupcrumbs

Crackers(butter,saltines,snack),20singlecrackers=1cupcrumbs

Herbs,1Tbsp.fresh=1tsp.dried

Lemon,1medium-sized=2-3Tbsp.juice

Lemon,1medium-sized=2-3tsp.gratedrind

Mustard,1Tbsp.prepared=1tsp.dryorgroundmustard

Oatmeal,1lb.dry=about5cupsdry

Onion,1medium-sized=½cupchopped

Pasta

Macaronis,penne,andothersmallortubularshapes,1lb.dry=4cupsuncooked

Noodles,1lb.dry=6cupsuncooked

Spaghetti,linguine,fettuccine,1lb.dry=4cupsuncooked

Potatoes,white,1lb.=3medium-sizedpotatoes=2cupsmashed

Potatoes,sweet,1lb.=3medium-sizedpotatoes=2cupsmashed

Rice,1lb.dry=2cupsuncooked

Sugar,confectioners,1lb.=3½cupssifted

Whippingcream,1cupunwhipped=2cupswhipped

Whippedtopping,8-oz.container=3cups

Yeast,dry,1envelope(¼oz.)=1Tbsp.

Substitutions—forwhenyou’reinapinchForonecupbuttermilk—use1cupplainyogurt;orpour1⅓Tbsp.lemonjuiceorvinegarintoa1-cupmeasure.Fill

thecupwithmilk.Stirandletstandfor5minutes.Stiragainbeforeusing.

Foronecupcakeflour—fill1-cupmeasurewithall-purposeflour.Remove2Tbsp.flour.Add2Tbsp.drycornstarch.Pourintosmallbowlandstirtogetherlightly.

For1oz.unsweetenedbakingchocolate—stirtogether3Tbsp.unsweetenedcocoapowderand1Tbsp.butter,softened.

For1Tbsp.cornstarch—use2Tbsp.all-purposeflour;or4tsp.minutetapioca.

For1garlicclove—use¼tsp.garlicsalt(reducesaltinrecipeby⅛tsp.);or⅛tsp.garlicpowder.

For1Tbsp.freshherbs—use1tsp.driedherbs.

For½lb.freshmushrooms—use16-oz.canmushrooms,drained.

For1Tbsp.preparedmustard—use1tsp.dryorgroundmustard.

For1medium-sizedfreshonion—use2Tbsp.minceddriedonion;or2tsp.onionsalt(reducesaltinrecipeby1tsp.);or1tsp.onionpowder.Note:Thesesubstitutionswillworkformeatballsandmeatloaf,butnotforsautéing.

For1cupself-risingflour—use1cupall-purposeflourplus1½tsp.bakingpowderplus½tsp.salt.Pourintobowlandstirtogetherlightly.

For1cupsourmilk—use1cupplainyogurt;orpour1Tbsp.lemonjuiceorvinegarintoa1-cupmeasure.Fillwith

milk.Stirandthenletstandfor5minutes.Stiragainbeforeusing.

For2Tbsp.tapioca—use3Tbsp.all-purposeflour.

For1cupcannedtomatoes—use1⅓cupsdicedfreshtomatoes,cookedgentlyfor10minutes.

For1Tbsp.tomatopaste—use1Tbsp.ketchup.

For1Tbsp.vinegar—use1Tbsp.lemonjuice.

For1cupheavycream—add⅓cupmeltedbutterto¾cupmilk.Note:Thiswillworkforbakingandcooking,butnotforwhipping.

For1cupwhippingcream—chillthoroughly⅔cupevaporatedmilk,plusthebowlandbeaters,thenwhip;oruse2cupsboughtwhippedtopping.

For½cupwine—pour2Tbsp.winevinegarintoa½-cupmeasure.Fillwithbroth(chicken,beef,orvegetable).Stirandthenletstandfor5minutes.Stiragainbeforeusing.

KitchenToolsandEquipmentYouMayHaveOverlooked

1.Getyourselfasaladspinner.

2.Makesureyouhavealittleelectricvegetablechopper,thesizethatwillhandle1cupofingredientsatatime.

3.Don’ttrytocookwithoutagoodparingknifethat’ssharp(andholditsedge)andfitsinyourhand.

4.Almostasimportant—agoodchef’sknife(wealwayscalledita“butcher”knife)withawide,sharpbladethat’sabout8incheslong,goodformakingstrongcutsthroughmeats.

5.Youreallyoughttohaveagoodserratedknifewithalongblade,perfectforslicingbread.

6.Investinatleastonebroad,flexible,heat-resistantspatula.Andalsoanarrowone.

7.Yououghttohaveaminimumof2woodenspoons,eachwitha10-12inch-longhandle.They’reperfectforstirringwithoutscratching.

8.Getawashablecuttingboard.You’llstillneedit,eventhoughyouhaveanelectricvegetablechopper(#2above).

9.Amedium-sizedwhisktakescareofpersistentlumpsinbatters,gravies,andsauceswhentherearen’tsupposedtobeany.

ThreeMoreHints1.Ifyou’dliketocookmoreathome—withoutbeinginafrenzy—gooffbyyourselfwithyourcookbooksomeevening

andmakeaweekofmenus.Thenmakeagrocerylistfromthat.Shopfromyourgrocerylist.

2.Thawfrozenfoodinabowlinthefridge(notonthecounter-top).Ifyouforgettostickthefoodinthefridge,putitinamicrowave-safebowlanddefrostitinthemicrowavejustbeforeyou’rereadytouseit.

3.Letroastedmeat,aswellaspastadisheswithcheese,restfor10-20minutesbeforeslicingordishing.Thatwillallowthejuicestore-distributethemselvesthroughoutthecookedfood.You’llhavejuiciermeat,andabetterpresentationofyourpastadish.

IndexAAdd-What-You-LikeQuiche,24

AlbacoreTunaStuffedTomato,180

Alfredo

ChickeninAlfredoSauce

EasyFettuccineAlfredo,128

Low-FatFettuccineAlfredowithVeggiesandShrimp,135

VegetableAlfredoLasagna,133

All-Bran,BreadMachineRolls,39

Almonds

AlmondBake,209

AlmondBars,224

AlmondButterCreamFrosting,246

AlmondLemonChicken,98

Chocolate-AlmondBiscotti,216

CoconutAlmondCrunch,206

HolidayAlmondRing,41

LemonAlmondTorte,206

RaspberryAlmondShortbreadThumbprints,223

AmishOnionPie,162

AmishRoast,106

AngelFoodCake,200,233

AppetizersandSnacks

ArtichokeAppetizer,11

BakedClamDip,6

BleuCheeseCheesecake,8

CheeseandShrimpStrudel,6

ChickenWraps,12

ChocolateChipCheeseBall,11

CrabDelight,13

Crab-StuffedMushrooms,11

CranberryAppetizer,10

DillWeedDipforVegetables,9

DillyCrabDip,6

FetaBruschetta,13

FreshFruitDip,9-10

FruitDip,9-10

GarlicBread,14,90

HamandCheeseStickyBuns,14

HamDip,5

HealthyHummus,9

HotBuffaloWingDip,12

HotCheeseDip,8

HotVirginiaDip,5

PartyPinwheels,13

Peanut-ButteryFreshFruitDip,10

RaspberryBeanDip,7

SalmonSpread,7

SausageBeanDip,5

SpinachDip,9,12

StuffedMushrooms,12

TangyHamandCheeseWraps,14

TexasCaviar,7

ZingyCheeseSpread,10

Apples

AppleBake,207

AppleBrownies,230

AppleCoffeeCake,17

AppleCranberryMuffins,47

AppleCreamPie,246

AppleCustardDessert,208

AppleDandy,208

AppleNutRing,19

ApplePearCrisp,196

ApplePuffPancake,27

ApplePumpkinMuffins,47

AppleSalad,190

Apple-StuffedAcornSquash,124

ColossalCaramelAppleTrifle,207

DoubleAppleSalad,191

Grandma’sSpecialFruitSalad,190

GreatestApplePie,247

GrilledAppleCrisp,149

HarvestCranberryApplePie,247

HarvestQuickBread,44

HoneyAppleSalad,190

MorningGloryMuffins,50

PorkChopswithApplesandStuffing,88

SaucyFruitSalad,189

SquashAppleBake,158

UltimateAppleCrisp,195

Apricots

ApricotBars,222

ApricotBread,42

EasyFruitSalad,190


Arle’sAnadamaBread,34

Artichokes


Tomato-ArtichokeScallop,125

AsianBeefandNoodles,84

Asparagus

AsparagusAuGratinBake,152

AsparagusBeanSalad,181

AsparagusQuiche,23

Asparagus,Apple,andChickenSalad,181

CreamyAsparagusSoup,51

SesameShrimpandAsparagus,115

AuGratin


VegetableAuGratin,151

AuntAllie’sMolassesCake,243

AuntMarie’sTortelliniSoup,65

AuntMary’sBakedCorn,158

Award-WinningIceCream,198

BBacon

AmishOnionPie,162

BaconBeefRoll,75

BaconQuiche,23

BakedBeans,61,160

BreakfastPizza,21

ManyBeansCasserole,161

PeaswithBacon&CrispyLeeks,157

SevenLayerDinnerwithRice,85

BakedBeans,160

BakedCabbage,154

BakedChickenFingers,97

BakedClamDip,6

BakedFrenchToast,25

BakedLimaBeans,160

BakedOatmeal,29

BakedPeachFrenchToast,24

BakedPorkChopswithGravy,89

BakedPotatoSoup,62

BakedSalmon,119

BakedScallops,116

BakedSouthwestGrits,122

BakedSpaghetti,131

BakedSweetPotatoes,158

Bananas

AppleSalad,190-191

BananaBread,43

BananaCreamBars,225

BananaNutBread,43

BananaNutCake,234

BananaWheatGermMuffins,48

ButterRumBananas,209

EasyFruitSalad,190


PeanutButterandBananaRoll-Up,30

PeanutButterBananaPie,258

SaucyFruitSalad,189

StrawberryBananaSmoothie,268

Barbecue

BarbecuedChicken,145

BarbecuedMarinatedChickenBreasts,146

BarbequeBeefStrips,73

BBQMeatballs,76

ChuckRoastBeefBarbecue,76

Barb’sMulti-GrainBread,32

Barley

BeefBarleySoup,56

ChoppedBeefPotpourri,57

HeartyBeefBarleySoup,56

SouthwestSalad,191

BeanSalad


BlackBeanFiestaSalad,182

BostonBeanSalad,182

ColorfulBeanSalad,183

GreenBeanSalad,182

BeanSoupwithTurkeySausage,52

Beans,Black

BlackBeanandButternutBurritos,120

BlackBeanandKaleorSpinachTostada,120

BlackBeanChili,61


BlackBeanSweetPotatoSoup,52

BlackBeanTacoSaladwithLimeVinaigrette,171

BostonBeanSalad,182

Edie’sPaella,107

RaspberryBeanDip,7

SouthwestBeanSoup,52

SouthwestSalad,191

StuffedQuesadillas,112

VegetarianBlackBeanBurritos,120

VeggieBurgers,125

Beans,GreatNorthern

Edie’sPaella,107

HealthyHummus,9

PastaFagioliSoup,57

ScrumptiousWhiteChili,60

Beans,Green

ChickenorTurkeyVegetableBarleySoup,58


FreshVegetableSoup,55

SpicyGreenBeans,161

Spicy,No-SaltHamburgerSoup,55

Beans,Kidney

BostonBeanSalad,182

JamaicanRiceandBeans,123


PastaFagioliSoup,57


SouthwestSalad,191

Beans,Lima

BakedLimaBeans,160



Beans,Porkand

BakedBeans,160


Beef&SalsaBurritos,81

BeefBarleySoup,56

BeefLombardi,80

BeefMainDishes

10-MinuteMeatLoaf,75


BaconBeefRoll,75


BBQMeatballs,76


BeefLombardi,80

Bierrocks(PocketSandwiches),78

CheeseburgerCasserole,82

CheesyMeatLoaf,74


CreamyMexicanCasserole,82

Creamy,SpicyMeatballs,76

EnchiladaPie,82

FlavorfulBeefStroganoff,74

GlazedMeatLoaf,74

Hamburger-Potato-CarrotBake,80

MainDishPopover,84

MeatballSubCasserole,83

MexicanLasagna,132

MildIndianCurry,79

PeppyPeppers,83

PizzaCasserolewithMacaroniCrust,84

PizzaCups,77

PotRoastandWine,71

PoundedSwissSteakinaYummySauce,72

QuickieDinner,80

ReubenCasserole,86

ReubenStromboli,86

SavorySweetRoast,72


SimplyElegantSteak,73

SirloinorChuckSteakMarinade,73

StuffedHamburgers,77

TacoTortillaTower,81

TeriyakiBurgers,77

ZucchiniLasagna,78

Zucchini-HamburgerBake,85

Beets

BeetSalad,185

PickledBeetandEggs,186

SweetandSourBeets,162

Bernice’sRhubarbSourCreamCake,244

BerryBerryGoodDessert,210

Beverages

IndianTea,266

MintLemonadeConcentrate,266

MintTea,266

Mochaccino,265

OrangeCrémeSmoothie,268

OrangeJulius,268

RedVelvetPunch,267


StrawberryRefresher,267

Sugar-FreeHolidayNog,267

3-2-1Lemonade,265

BibbLettucewithPecansandOranges,169


Biscotti,Chocolate-Almond,216

BlackandWhiteCookies,220




BlackBottomCakeorCupcakes,232

Black-EyedPeas

TexasCaviar,7

VeggieBurgers,125


Blueberries


BlueberryBread,43

BlueberryCrinkle,209

BlueberryMuffins,48

BlueberryPie,248

BlueberrySauce,200

BlueberrySpinachSalad,169

BlueberryStreuselCornbread,15

BlueberryTart,210

Crumb-ToppedBlueberryPie,248

FavoriteBlueberrySalad,187

MyFavoriteBlueberryCake,234

BostonBeanSalad,182

BranFlaxMuffins,48

BrandiedPeachChicken,102

BrandySauce,FruitBreadPuddingwith,204

Bread

60-MinuteDinnerRolls,37


AppleNutRing,19


ApricotBread,42


BananaBread,43

BananaNutBread,43



BlueberryBread,43

BlueberryMuffins,48

BranFlaxMuffins,48

BreadMachineAll-BranRolls,39

BreadMachineChallah,34

BreadSticks,40

Butter-DippedBreadSticks,40

ButterySoftPretzels,35

Cheese-FilledRing,36

CheesyFlatBread,42

CoconutMuffins,50

DoubleChocolateMuffins,49

EasyNutBread,37

FrenchBread,31

FreshApplePockets,19

GreenChiliBread,44



HomemadeWhiteBread,33

ItalianBread,35

LemonTeaBread,44

Low-FatChocolateMuffins,49

MapleTwists,18

MonkeyBread,42


OatmealDinnerRolls,38

PineappleNutBread,45

PumpkinBread,46

PumpkinChipMuffins,50

RefrigeratorButterhorns,38

SourCreamCornBread,45

StickyBuns,14,18

StrawberryBread,46

SunflowerOatmealBread,32

TomatoBread,36

Weinerbrod(DanishPastry),40

WholeWheatCottageCheeseRolls,39

WholeWheatWalnutBread,33


BreadMachineChallah,34

BreadPudding,FruitywithBrandySauce,204

BreadSticks

BreadSticks,40


Breads,Sweet

ApricotBread,42

BananaBread,43

BananaNutBread,43

BlueberryBread,43

CheesyFlatBread,42



LemonTeaBread,44

MonkeyBread,42


PumpkinBread,46

StrawberryBread,46


BreakfastandBrunchDishes

Add-What-You-LikeQuiche,24

AppleCoffeeCake,17

AppleNutRing,19

ApplePuffPancake,27

AsparagusQuiche,23

BaconQuiche,23

BakedFrenchToast,25

BakedOatmeal,29



BreakfastBurritos,22

BreakfastPizza,21

ChocolatePancakes,27

CinnamonCoffeeCake,15

CountryBrunch,20

EggalaShrimp,22

EggsCalifornia,21

FluffyWafflesandCiderSyrup,28


GreekEggs,21

GritsCasserole,30

LightButtermilkPancakes,25

MapleTwists,18

Mom’sOatmealPancakes,26

MushroomOvenOmelet,22

NewGuineaGranola,30

OatmealBreakfastScones,28

OvernightBreakfastCasserole,20

OvernightOatmeal,29

PeachBakedOatmeal,29

PeachCobblerCoffeeCake,17


PumpkinPancakes,26

RaspberryCustardKuchen,16

RhubarbCoffeeCake,16

ScrambledEggMuffins,23

StickyBuns,14,18

StrawberryPancakes,26

BreakfastCasserole


BreakfastPizza,21

CountryBrunch,20

EggalaShrimp,22

EggsCalifornia,21

GreekEggs,21




Broccoli

BroccoliChowder,53

BroccoliSalad,172

BroccoliSlaw,171

BroccoliStuffing,152

CheesyBroccoliCauliflowerSoup,53

CheesySpinachorBroccoliCasserole,153

ChickenandBroccoliPitaSandwiches,112

ChickenBroccoliLoMein,107

Ham&CheeseRing,95

Stir-FriedBroccoli,154

Taco-Ritto,121

Trees&SeedsSalad,172


Brownies

AppleBrownies,230

CherryBrownies,230

ChocolateChipBlondeBrownies,229

ChocolateChipPeanutButterBrownies,229

DeliciouslyChocolateBrownies,228

MicrowaveBrownies,229

Brunch(seeBreakfastDishes)

BruschettaChickenBake,105

BuffaloWings


Buns

MapleTwists,18

StickyBuns,14,18

Burgers


TeriyakiBurgers,77

Burritos





ButterCrescents,221



ButternutSquash


ButternutSquashSoup,66

ButterscotchBars,225

ButterscotchPieDessert,214

ButterySoftPretzels,35

CCabbage

BakedCabbage,154

CabbageSlawwithVinegarDressing,173

CranberryColeslaw,173

CreamyColeslaw,173

Crispy,CrunchyCabbageSalad,174


GreekCabbageSalad,174

PorkChopsandCabbage,89


Cacciatore,Chicken,100

CaesarSalad,168

CajunPineappleCake,235

CajunShrimp,115

Cakes


AngelFoodCake,233


BananaNutCake,234




CarrotCake,236

ChocolateChipZucchiniCake,232

ChocolateRaspberryCheesecake,232

ChocolateSheetCake,231

CoconutCake,239-240

FrozenMochaCheesecake,237

KiwiPineappleCheesecake,238

LemonGlazeCake,242

LemonyCheeseCake,237

MixedFruitCake,240

MoistChocolateCake,230

MoistCreamyCoconutCake,240


No-BakeRaspberryCheesecake,239

OatmealCake,241

OneStepChocolateCake,231

OrangeLemonPoundCake,243

OrangeStreuselCake,242

PeachesandCream,238

PoppySeedCake,241

PoundCake,244

PumpkinYummyDessert,245

RootBeerCake,245

SlightlyOrangeFrosting,246

SloppyChocolateIcing,246

SpongeCake,233

StrawberryShortcake,234

SunnySpiceCake,244

UnbelievableCarrotCake,236

Vicki’sLovelyLazyDaizyCake,240

Candy

ChocolatePeanutButterFudge,264

CranberryClusters,263

EasyFudge,264

FruityYogurtIcePops,265

HoneyMilkBalls,264

PeanutButterClusters,263

RaspberryTruffles,264

SaltedPeanutSquares,263

CaramelPopcorn,262

CaramelPudding,202

CarneAsada,143

CarrotCake

CarrotCake,236


Carrots

CarrotCake,236

CarrotCasserole,152

CarrotswithSausageandRosemary,155




Cauliflower


CheesyCauliflower,154

Marge’sCauliflower,156



CheeseBall



Cheese,American


Cheese,Cheddar


BreakfastPizza,21


CountryBrunch,20


HotCheeseDip,8



PineappleCheeseTorte,214

SummerVegetableCheeseSalad,185

Cheese,Feta

FetaBruschetta,13

GreekEggs,21

GreekSalad,168

Cheese,MontereyJack

MexicanStuffedChicken,102



Cheese,Mozzarella

CountryBrunch,20

HotCheeseDip,8

Mozzarella/Tomato/BasilSalad,184

Cheese,Swiss




ReubenCasserole,86

ReubenStromboli,86

Cheese,Velveeta




CheeseburgerSoup,56

Cheesecake

CheesecakeBars,226






PeachesandCream,238



CheesyChickenCasserole,134

CheesyChickenTetrazzini,108

CheesyChowder,54

CheesyFlatBread,42

CheesyMeatLoaf,74

CheesyPretzels,260


Cherries

CherryBerryCobbler,195

CherryBrownies,230

DriedCherrySalad,168

Chicken





ChickenAngelo,102

ChickenBreastswithFreshFruit,103


ChickenCacciatore,100

ChickenFajitaPizza,141

ChickeninAlfredoSauce,105

ChickenManicotti,130

ChickenMarengo,99

ChickenMonterey,101

ChickenNoodleSoup,59


ChickenParmesan,100

ChickenPie,109

ChickenSaladSandwiches,113

ChickenScallopine,104

ChickenStuffin’Casserole,106

ChickenTacoSoup,60

ChickenTortelliniSoup,58

ChickenVegetableStrudel,108

ChickenWraps,12

Chicken-Veggies-PeanutStir-Fry,99

CreamyChickenLasagna,133


CurriedCoconutChicken,147


MarinatedChickenBreasts,146

MarinatedGrilledChicken,145

Sizzlin’ChickenSkewers,146

SurpriseGumbo,59

ChickenMainDishes

2-CrustPie,109


AmishRoast,106

BakedChickenFingers,97





ChickenAngelo,102



ChickenCacciatore,100


ChickenMarengo,99

ChickenMonterey,101

ChickenParmesan,100

ChickenPie,109




ChickenVegetableStrudel,108


ChipperChicken,100

CordonBleuCasserole,106

CranberryChiliChicken,104

CrustyBakedChickenBreast,97

CurriedChickenPitas,112

EasyChickenFajitas,111

Edie’sPaella,107

GardenChickenCasserole,109

GarlicChickenCutlets,101

HoneyChicken,110

HotChickenSalad,110

LemonChicken,98

MexicanChickenBake,111


PolynesianChicken,103

PoppySeedChicken,104

SavoryStir-FriedChickenBreasts,98


TurkeyorChickenCurry,110

ChickenSalad



ExoticChickenSalad,180

HotChickenSalad,110

PeachyChickenSalad,180

Chili

BlackBeanChili,61

ChiliSoupwithPotatoes,61


PlumGoodChili,60


ChineseCucumberwithPeanutSauce,184

ChipperChicken,100

ChocolateIceCreamSyrup,199

Chocolate

ChocolateChessPie,254


FudgePie,255

GermanSweetChocolatePie,254


PeanutButterChocolateChipCookies,218


QuickChocolateSandwichCookies,218

WhiteChocolatePie,255

ChocolateCake








ChocolateChips



ChocolateChipCookies,217-218

ChocolateChipDateCake,212


ChocolateChipToffeeCookies,217


CrinkleTopCookies,220

PhillyChippers,226

ChocolateMochaSauce,199

ChocolateOatmealChews,227


ChocolatePeanutBars,226



ChocolateRaspberryTorte,211


Chocolate,White

WhiteChristmasPie,255




CiderSyrup,FluffyWafflesand,28


Clams

BakedClamDip,6

ItalianClamChowder,70

LazyLinguinewithWhiteClamSauce,137

SpaghettiwithRedClamSauce,137

CloudCookies,220

Cobbler(seeCrisps,Cobblers,andPuddings)

Coconut


HawaiianDelightPie,251


CoconutCake,MoistCreamy,240

CoconutMuffins,50

CoffeeCake

AppleCoffeeCake,17








CookiesandBars

AlmondBars,224

AppleBrownies,230

ApricotBars,222

BananaCreamBars,225

BlackandWhiteCookies,220

ButterCrescents,221

ButterscotchBars,225

CheesecakeBars,226

CherryBrownies,230


ChocolateChipCookies,217-218


ChocolateChipToffeeCookies,217


ChocolatePeanutBars,226


CloudCookies,220


DateKrumble,224


ForgottenCookies,222

GingerSnaps,219

HarvestCookies,222

MexicanWeddingCakes,221


Mom’sSugarCookies,219


PecanSquares,228

PhillyChippers,226

PolynesianCookies,223


PumpkinPieSquares,224


RaspberryWalnutShortbread,227

Soft,ChewyMolassesCookies,219


Corn




CreamedCrabandCornSoup,67

DoubleCornTortillaCasserole,121

FreshCornSalsa,193


Matt’sSpicyPeanutSoup,66

MexicanLasagna,132

OrzoandCornOfftheCob,178

SausageandCornCasserole,94

ScallopedCornandOysters,119


SouthwestSalad,191

WildRiceandHamChowder,65

Cornbread


CornBreadStuffing,166

CornedBeef

ReubenCasserole,86

ReubenStromboli,86

Cornmeal


GreenChiliBread,44


CottageCheese

EggsCalifornia,21


CottagePotatoes,164

CountryBrunch,20

CountrySweet-and-SourDressing,194

Couscous,MandarinSalad,192

Crab

CrabBisque,68

CrabDelight,13

CrabPastaSalad,178


Crab-ToppedCatfish,117


CreamyCrab-StuffedShells,138

DillyCrabDip,6

SeafoodEnchiladas,117

SeafoodSoup,69

Cranberries



CranberryChiliChicken,104

CranberryClusters,263


CranberryPie,248

CranberryPudding,196

CranberrySalad,188

Cranberry-GlazedPorkRoast,89



HolidayCranberryMousse,188

RedRaspberryCranberrySalad,188

CrazyCrustPizza,139

CreamCheese




CreamCheesePecanPie,257

EasyCreamyPotatoandHamSoup,62


HotVirginiaDip,5

LemonCreamSalad,188

PartyPinwheels,13


RaspberryBeanDip,7

SalmonSpread,7






CreamyColeslaw,173


CreamyDillPastaSalad,176


CreamySalmonCasserole,138



Crisps,Cobblers,and

Puddings

AlmondBake,209

AppleBake,207,158

AppleCustardDessert,208

AppleDandy,208

ApplePearCrisp,196



BlueberryCrinkle,209

BlueberrySauce,200

BlueberryTart,210

BreadPudding,203-204


ButterscotchPieDessert,214

CaramelPudding,202


ChocolateIceCreamSyrup,199






CranberryPudding,196

FreshPlumKuchen,215

FreshRaspberrySoup,215

FrozenFruitSlush,198

FrozenHeathBarMochaMousse,201

FruitCobbler,196

FruityBreadPuddingwithBrandySauce,204

GooeyAppleDumplings,208

GrahamCrackerPuddingCake,211

HotFudgeSauce,199

HotFudgeSundaeCake,213

IceCream-in-a-Bag,198


LemonButter,200

LemonFluff,213

Mom’sCherryPuddingCake,210

Mother’sPumpkinPudding,205

OreoIceCreamDessert,201

PeanutButterandHotFudgePuddingCake,213


PumpkinCream,205

PumpkinGingerSquares,204

RaspberrySauce,200,150

RhubarbCrisp,197

RhubarbDelight,197

Rhubarb-StrawberryDessert,197

RicePudding,202

Strawberr-i-oca,203,233

TapiocaPudding,202

UltimateAppleCrisp,195

CrispyR-IceCreamPie,257


Croquettes,Salmon,118


CrunchyPeanutBark,261

CrustyBakedChickenBreast,97

CrustyBakedPotatoes,165

CrustyTwice-BakedPotatoes,164

Cucumber


GreekSalad,168

LentilsandRicewithTomatoCucumberSalad,123

LimeCucumbers,183

RefreshingCucumberSalad,184


Curry



HoneyChicken,110

MildIndianCurry,79


DDates


DateKrumble,224


DeviledEggs,186


DillyCrabDip,6

Dip

BakedClamDip,6



DillyCrabDip,6

FreshFruitDip,9-10

FruitDip,9-10

HamDip,5

HealthyHummus,9

HotCheeseDip,8

HotVirginiaDip,5


RaspberryBeanDip,7

SausageBeanDip,5

SpinachDip,9,12

TexasCaviar,7


DoubleCheeseZucchiniBake,126



Dressing(seeStuffing)

Dressings

CountrySweet-and-SourDressing,194

FavoriteBalsamicDressing,194

RanchDressing,194

RaspberryVinaigrette,193

ZestyFrenchDressing,194

DriedBeef

HotVirginiaDip,5


Dumplings,GooeyApple,208

EEasyChickenFajitas,111



EasyFruitSalad,190

EasyFudge,264

EasyNutBread,37

EasyPeachCreamPie,249

EasyRedPotatoSalad,175

Edie’sPaella,107

EggalaShrimp,22

EggDropSoup,67

EggNog


Eggplant

EggplantPita,122

ExceptionalEggplantCasserole,122

Eggs


AsparagusQuiche,23

BaconQuiche,23



CountryBrunch,20

DeviledEggs,186

EggalaShrimp,22

EggsCalifornia,21

GreekEggs,21





Enchiladas

EnchiladaPie,82




FFajitas,EasyChicken,111

FavoriteBalsamicDressing,194


FavoriteCasserole,94

FestiveTossedSalad,167

FiddleSticks,260

Filling(seeStuffing)

Finger-Lickin’Spareribs,87

Fish

BakedSalmon,119



GreatFishSoup,68

Home-BakedFishFingers,118

ItalianTunaCampanelle,177

Oven-FriedCatfish,117

PastaSaladwithTuna,177

SalmonChowder,70

SalmonCroquettes,118


SweetBourbonSalmon,148

ZestyGrilledFish,148


Flaxseed


BranFlaxMuffins,48

FluffyWafflesandCiderSyrup,28

ForgottenCookies,222

FrenchBread,31

FrenchOnionSoupMadeLight,62

FrenchRhubarbCustardPie,254

FrenchToast

BakedFrenchToast,25



FreshCornSalsa,193

FreshFruitDip,9-10

FreshPeachPie,250

FreshPlumKuchen,215



Fries,Yam,160

Frosting(seeicing)

FrozenFruitSlush,198

FrozenHeathBarMochaMousse,201


FrozenStrawberryPie,250

FrozenWaldorfSalad,187

FruitandCreamPie,249

FruitCobbler,196

FruitDip,9-10

FruitSalad

EasyFruitSalad,190


SaucyFruitSalad,189

ZippyFruitSalad,186

FruitSlush,Frozen,198

FruityBreadPuddingwithBrandySauce,204

FruityYogurtIcePops,265

Fudge


EasyFudge,264

FudgePie,255

GGaramMasalaMix,147


GardenVegetableMedley,156

GarlicBread,90

GarlicChickenCutlets,101

GelatinSalad




LemonCreamSalad,188

OrangeSherbetSalad,189


SeaFoamPearSalad,189

StrawberryGelatinSalad,187

ZippyFruitSalad,186


GingerSnaps,219

GingerberryLatticePie,251

GlazedMeatLoaf,74

GoldenPotatoCasserole,165

GooeyAppleDumplings,208

GrahamCrackerPuddingCake,211

GrandTossedSalad,169


Granola

GranolaBars,262

NewGuineaGranola,30

Grapes

EasyFruitSalad,190

HoneyAppleSalad,190

GreatFishSoup,68



GreekEggs,21

GreekOrzoSalad,176

GreekSalad,168

GreenBeanSalad,182

GreenChiliBread,44

GreenChiliRice,163


GrilledBarbecuedShrimp,148

GrilledFlankSteak,144

GrilledHamSauce,145

GrilledOnions,149

GrilledPeachMelba,150

GrilledPizza,150

GrilledTenderloinofPork,144

GrilledVeggies,149

Grilling



CarneAsada,143





GrilledHamSauce,145

GrilledOnions,149


GrilledPizza,150


GrilledVeggies,149


MarinatedFlankSteak,143



Steak,Pork,orVenisonMarinade,144


TeriyakiFlankSteakMarinade,143


ZestyGrilledHam,144

Grits


GritsCasserole,30

GroundBeef



BaconBeefRoll,75

BakedSpaghetti,131

BBQMeatballs,76


BeefLombardi,80



CheeseburgerSoup,56

CheesyMeatLoaf,74






EnchiladaPie,82

GlazedMeatLoaf,74


MainDishPopover,84



MexicanLasagna,132

MildIndianCurry,79

PastaFagioliSoup,57

Pastitsio,134

PeppyPeppers,83


PizzaCups,77

PlumGoodChili,60

QuickieDinner,80


SouthwesternShells,132

SpaghettiSoup,57



StuffedPeppers,157


TeriyakiBurgers,77

ZucchiniLasagna,78


Gumbo,Surprise,59

HHam




CountryBrunch,20


GrilledHamSauce,145

Ham&CheeseRing,95


HamandPeaCasserole,92

HamDip,5

HamLoaf,91

Mother’sBakedHam,90

PineappleGlazeforHam,91

Potato,Ham,andCheeseCasserole,91

ScallopedPotatoesandHam,92

Stromboli,96


ZestyGrilledHam,144


HarvestCookies,222



HarvestSweetPotatoBake,159


HealthyHummus,9





HomemadeWhiteBread,33

Hominy

TexasCaviar,7

HoneyAppleSalad,190

HoneyChicken,110

HoneyMilkBalls,264

Horseradish



HotCheeseDip,8

HotChickenSalad,110

HotFudge

HotFudgeSauce,199

HotFudgeSundaeCake,213


HotVirginiaDip,5

IIceCream



IceCream-in-a-Bag,198

Icing




IndianTea,266

ItalianBarbecue,95

ItalianBread,35


ItalianSausageSoup,64


JJamaicanRiceandBeans,123

Jambalaya,Jiffy,93

KKale,BlackBeanorSpinachTostada,120

KeyLimePie,252

Kielbasa


JiffyJambalaya,93

Kiwi




Kuchen

FreshPlumKuchen,215


LLambMainDishes

HoosierLambChops,96

Lasagna


LasagnaRoll-Ups,132

MexicanLasagna,132


ZucchiniLasagna,78


Leeks,PeaswithBaconandCrispy,257

Lemon



LemonButter,200

LemonChicken,98

LemonCreamSalad,188

LemonFluff,213

LemonGlazeCake,242

LemonPecanPie,257

LemonSourCreamPie,252

LemonSpongePie,251

LemonTeaBread,44


MicrowaveLemonPie,252

Lemonade

3-2-1Lemonade,265


Lentils


Sausage-LentilSoup,63

Lettuce




CaesarSalad,168,176-177




GreekSalad,168

SaladwithHotBaconDressing,170


Limes

KeyLimePie,252

LimeCucumbers,183

Linguine


LinguineSaladwithPeanutSauce,178

ScallopLinguinealaYork,136

ShrimpandMushroomLinguine,136

LoMein,ChickenBroccoli,107

Lombardi,Beef,80

Lotsa-TomatoesSalsa,192



MMacaronis

MacaronisandCheese,127


QuickieDinner,80

MainDishPopover,84

MandarinCouscousSalad,192

Manicotti,Chicken,130


MapleTwists,18

Marengo,Chicken,99


Marinades

CarneAsada,143




MarinatedGardenTomatoes,185


MarinatedMushrooms,183





Meatballs

BBQMeatballs,76


MeatlessMainDishes







EggplantPita,122




QuickSquash,124

SpinachSouffle,124

Sun-DriedTomatoCasserole,125

Taco-Ritto,121



VeggieBurgers,125

ZucchiniBake,126


MexicanLasagna,132

MexicanPizza,140


MexicanWeddingCakes,221



MildIndianCurry,79

Mile-HighStrawberryPie,250


MintTea,266

MixedFruitCake,240

Mochaccino,265


MoistCreamyCoconutCake,240

Molasses





Mom’sSugarCookies,219

MonkeyBread,42




Mousse,FrozenHeathBarMocha,201


Muffins




BlueberryMuffins,48

BranFlaxMuffins,48

CoconutMuffins,50





Mushrooms




MushroomStew,63

NoodleMushroomSalad,179

SausageZitiBake,129


Spaghetti!Quick!,129

StuffedMushrooms,12

Taco-Ritto,121

TomatoMushroomSoup,54


NNewGuineaGranola,30


No-RollPieCrust,258

Noodles


BeefLombardi,80





Nuts

BananaNutBread,43

EasyNutBread,37


OOatBran

VeggieBurgers,125

Oatmeal

BakedOatmeal,29


OatmealBreakfastScones,28

OatmealCake,241


OatmealPie,253

OvernightOatmeal,29



Oats




VeggieBurgers,125


OnionSoup,FrenchMadeLight,62

Onions

AmishOnionPie,162

GrilledOnions,149

OrangeCrémeSmoothie,268

OrangeJulius,268



OrangeStreuselCake,242

Orange-GlazedTurkeyCutlets,114

Oranges


EasyFruitSalad,190


SaucyFruitSalad,189

OreoIceCreamDessert,201

Orzo

GreekOrzoSalad,176


OvenRoastedVegetables&Herbs,156


Oven-FriedPotatoes,166


OvernightOatmeal,29

Oysters

OysterSageDressing,119

OysterStew,69


PPancakes

ApplePuffPancake,27




PumpkinPancakes,26


PartyMixforaBunch,261

PartyPinwheels,13

Pasta

BakedSpaghetti,131







LasagnaRoll-Ups,132



MacaronisandCheese,127

MexicanLasagna,132

PastaFagioliSoup,57

PastaPizzaPronto,142


PastaVenesa,130

Pastitsio,134

PorkTenderloinwithPastainTomato&RedPepperSauce,131

QuickShrimpPasta,135

SausageZitiBake,129



SimpleShrimpScampi,136

SouthwesternPestoPasta,129




SpinachPesto,128

SummerPastaSalad,176

Tomato-yPennePasta,128


Pastitsio,134

Peaches



EasyFruitSalad,190


FreshPeachPie,250





PeachesandCream,238


SouthernPeachCobblerPie,249


PeanutButter





PeanutButterClusters,263

PeanutButterPie,256


PeanutSauce



Peanuts


Pears

ApplePearCrisp,196

PearPorkStir-Fry,90


Peas


EggalaShrimp,22



SpringPeaSalad,172

Pecans


HotVirginiaDip,5

LemonPecanPie,257

PecanDreamPie,256

PecanSquares,228

SouthernPecanPie,256

Penne,Tomato-yPasta,128

Pepperoni

Stromboli,96

Peppers,Green

PeppyPeppers,83

PersonalPizza,138

Pesto


SpinachPesto,128

PhillyChippers,226


Pie,Chicken,109

Pies

AppleCreamPie,246

BlueberryPie,248


CranberryPie,248






FreshPeachPie,250


FruitandCreamPie,249

FudgePie,255


GingerberryLatticePie,251




KeyLimePie,252

LemonPecanPie,257

LemonSourCreamPie,252

LemonSpongePie,251



No-RollPieCrust,258

OatmealPie,253


PeanutButterPie,256

PecanDreamPie,256

PumpkinPie,253

Shoo-FlyPie,258

SourCreamRaisinPie,253





PillowPizza,139

Pineapple



EasyFruitSalad,190







SaucyFruitSalad,189

Pitas




Pizza

BreakfastPizza,21

ChickenFajitaPizza,141

CrazyCrustPizza,139

GrilledPizza,150

MexicanPizza,140

PastaPizzaPronto,142

PersonalPizza,138

PillowPizza,139


PizzaCups,77

PizzaMuffins,141

PizzaRoll-Ups,140

Plum

FreshPlumKuchen,215

PlumGoodChili,60

PocketSandwiches




PoppySeedCake,241

PoppySeedChicken,104

PorkChops




SpicedPorkChops,88

SweetPorkChops,88

PorkFriedRice,92

PorkMainDishes





Ham&CheeseRing,95


HamLoaf,91

ItalianBarbecue,95

JiffyJambalaya,93


PearPorkStir-Fry,90




PorkFriedRice,92

PorkTenderloinSandwiches,95


PorkThaiStew,90



SausageTortellini,93


SmokedSausageOriental,93

SpicedPorkChops,88

Stromboli,96

SweetPorkChops,88

Tuscan-StylePorkRibswithBalsamicGlaze,87

PotRoastandWine,71

PotatoSalad



PotatoSalad,174-175

SweetPotatoSalad,175

Potatoes

BakedPotatoSoup,62


BroccoliChowder,53

CheeseburgerSoup,56

CheesyChowder,54


CottagePotatoes,164





GrilledVeggies,149






PotatoCasserole,164-165

PotatoFilling,166


PotatoesandOnions,163

PotluckPotatoes,165

SalmonChowder,70


SpinachPotatoes,163

PotluckPotatoes,165

PoundCake


PoundCake,200


PretzelTreat,259

Pretzels,ButterySoft,35

Prunes


Pudding

BreadPudding,203-204

CaramelPudding,202


RicePudding,202

Strawberr-i-oca,203

TapiocaPudding,202

Puddings(seeCrisps,Cobblers,andPuddings)

Pumpkin


HarvestCookies,222


PumpkinBread,46


PumpkinCream,205

PumpkinGingerSquares,204

PumpkinPancakes,26

PumpkinPie,253

PumpkinPieSquares,224

PumpkinSoup,66

PumpkinYummyDessert,245

Punch,RedVelvet,267

QQuesadillas,Stuffed,112

Quiche


AsparagusQuiche,23

BaconQuiche,23



QuickSquash,124

QuickieDinner,80

RRaisins

HarvestCookies,222



RanchDressing,194

Raspberries







RaspberryBeanDip,7


RaspberrySauce,200

RaspberryTruffles,264

RaspberryVinaigrette,193

RaspberryWalnutShortbread,227


RedVelvetPunch,267



ReubenCasserole,86

ReubenStromboli,86

Rhubarb




RhubarbCrisp,197

RhubarbDelight,197


Ribs



Rice


GreenChiliRice,163




PorkFriedRice,92

RicePudding,202


StuffedPeppers,157

SurpriseGumbo,59

Up-TownRice,162

VeggieBurgers,125


Roast

PotRoastandWine,71

SavorySweetRoast,72

Roast,Chuck

BeefBarleySoup,56


Roast,Pork


PearPorkStir-Fry,90

PorkFriedRice,92

PorkThaiStew,90

Rolls






RootBeerCake,245

Rotini


Rum,ButterBananas,209

SSaladwithHotBaconDressing,170

Salads


AppleSalad,190-191



BeetSalad,185





BostonBeanSalad,182

BroccoliSalad,172

BroccoliSlaw,171

CabbageSlawwithVinegarDressing,173

CaesarSalad,168



CrabPastaSalad,178


CranberrySalad,188



DeviledEggs,186



EasyFruitSalad,190





FreshCornSalsa,193





GreekOrzoSalad,176

GreekSalad,168

GreenBeanSalad,182


HoneyAppleSalad,190


LemonCreamSalad,188

LimeCucumbers,183



MandarinCouscousSalad,192










PotatoSalad,174-175



SaladwithHotBaconDressing,170

SaucyFruitSalad,189


SouthwestSalad,191

SpinachSaladwithWalnutDressing,170

Spinach-StrawberrySalad,170

SpringPeaSalad,172

CreamyColeslaw,173





TofuSalad,193


TunaSalad,179

WheatBerrySalad,192

ZippyFruitSalad,186

Salmon

BakedSalmon,119


SalmonChowder,70


SalmonSpread,7


SaltedPeanutSquares,263

Sauce

BlueberrySauce,200


HotFudgeSauce,199

RaspberrySauce,200,150

SaucyFruitSalad,189

Sauerkraut

ReubenCasserole,86

ReubenStromboli,86

Sausage




CountryBrunch,20

Edie’sPaella,107


ItalianBarbecue,95



JiffyJambalaya,93


PastaVenesa,130


SausageBeanDip,5

SausageTomatoSoup,64


SausageZitiBake,129





SavorySweetRoast,72

SavoryTurkey,114




Scallopine,Chicken,104

Scallops

BakedScallops,116

ScallopsAuGratin,116

SeafoodSoup,69

Scampi,SimpleShrimp,136

Scones,OatmealBreakfast,28




Seafood

BakedClamDip,6


CrabDelight,13


DillyCrabDip,6

GreatFishSoup,68


OysterStew,7,69

SalmonChowder,70

SalmonSpread,7


SeafoodSoup,69

SeafoodMainDishes

BakedSalmon,119

BakedScallops,116

CajunShrimp,115







ScallopsAuGratin,116



ShrimpPrimavera,116

ShrimpwithGingerandLime,114

SeafoodSoup,69



Shells



Sherbet,OrangeSalad,189

Shoo-FlyPie,258

Shortbread,RaspberryWalnut,227

Shortcake,Strawberry,234

Shrimp

CajunShrimp,115


EggalaShrimp,22




SeafoodSoup,69



ShrimpPrimavera,116

ShrimpwithGingerandLime,114

SimpleShrimpScampi,136

SurpriseGumbo,59





Skewers






Snacks

CaramelPopcorn,262

CheesyPretzels,260

CrunchyPeanutBark,261

FiddleSticks,260

GranolaBars,262

PartyMixforaBunch,261

PretzelTreat,259

SugaredAlmondsandPecans,259

SweetSnackMix,262

WhiteChocolateCrunch,260


Souffle,Spinach,124

Soups,Stews,andChilis


BakedPotatoSoup,62


BeefBarleySoup,56

BlackBeanChili,61


BroccoliChowder,53


CheeseburgerSoup,56


CheesyChowder,54



ChickenTacoSoup,60




CrabBisque,68




EggDropSoup,67

FrenchOnionSoupMadeLight,62



GreatFishSoup,68





MushroomStew,63

OysterStew,7,69

PastaFagioliSoup,57

PlumGoodChili,60

PumpkinSoup,66

SalmonChowder,70




SeafoodSoup,69


SpaghettiSoup,57


SurpriseGumbo,59



SourCreamCake,Bernice’sRhubarb,244






SouthwestSalad,191



Spaghetti

BakedSpaghetti,131


SpaghettiSoup,57



SpiceCake,Sunny,244

SpicedPorkChops,88

SpicedSweetPotatoes,159

SpicyGreenBeans,161


Spinach







GreekEggs,21


SpinachDip,9,12

SpinachPesto,128

SpinachPotatoes,163

SpinachQuiche,153


SpinachSouffle,124



SpongeCake,233

SpringPeaSalad,172

Squash



GrilledVeggies,149

QuickSquash,124

SquashAppleBake,158

SurfsideSummerSquash,153

Steak


CarneAsada,143








StewedTomatoes,155

StickyBuns,18


Stir-Fry


PearPorkStir-Fry,90


TurkeyStir-Fry,113

Strawberries









StrawberryBread,46



StrawberryRefresher,267

StrawberryShortcake,234

Strawberr-i-oca,203,233

Stromboli,96

Strudel,ChickenVegetable,108


StuffedMushrooms,12

StuffedPeppers,157


Stuffing

AmishRoast,106





PotatoFilling,166

SugarCookies,Mom’s,219


SugaredAlmondsandPecans,259





SunnySpiceCake,244


SurpriseGumbo,59



SweetPorkChops,88

SweetPotatoes






SweetSnackMix,262

Syrup,ChocolateIceCream,199

TTaco


ChickenTacoSoup,60


Taco-Ritto,121


TapiocaPudding,202

Tart,Blueberry,210

Tea

IndianTea,266


MintTea,266


Tenderloin


PorkTenderloinSandwiches,95


TeriyakiBurgers,77


Tetrazzini,CheesyChicken,108

TexasCaviar,7

3-2-1Lemonade,265

Toffee,ChocolateChipCookies,217

Tofu

TofuSalad,193

VeggieBurgers,125

Tomatoes



FetaBruschetta,13







StewedTomatoes,155


TomatoBread,36



Tomato-yPennePasta,128

Torte




Tortellini




Tortillas




EasyChickenFajitas,111






Trifle,ColossalCaramelApple207

Truffles,Raspberry,264

Tuna




TunaSalad,179

Turkey



TurkeyMainDishes

Orange-GlazedTurkeyCutlets,114

SavoryTurkey,114

TurkeyStir-Fry,113


2-CrustPie,109

UUltimateAppleCrisp,195


Up-TownRice,162

VVegetables

AmishOnionPie,162



BakedBeans,160

BakedCabbage,154

BakedLimaBeans,160


BroccoliStuffing,152

CarrotCasserole,152





CottagePotatoes,164





GreenChiliRice,163







PotatoCasserole,164-165

PotatoFilling,166

PotatoesandOnions,163

PotluckPotatoes,165


SpicyGreenBeans,161

SpinachPotatoes,163

SpinachQuiche,153

SquashAppleBake,158

StewedTomatoes,155


StuffedPeppers,157



Up-TownRice,162


VegetableAuGratin,151

YamFries,160

ZucchiniCasserole,152


VeggieBurgers,125

Vicki’sLovelyLazyDaizyCake,240

WWaffles,FluffyandCiderSyrup,28

Walnuts




WheatBerrySalad,192

WheatBran


WheatGerm,BananaMuffins,48

WhiteChocolateCrunch,260


WholeWheat





Wraps,Chicken,12

YamFries,160

Yogurt

FreshFruitDip,9-10

ZestyFrenchDressing,194


ZestyGrilledHam,144


ZippyFruitSalad,186

Ziti

Pastitsio,134

SausageZitiBake,129

Zucchini




GrilledVeggies,149


ZucchiniBake,126

ZucchiniCasserole,152

ZucchiniLasagna,78


AbouttheAuthor

PhyllisPellmanGoodisaNewYorkTimesbestsellingauthorwhosebookshavesoldmorethan8.5millioncopies.

Goodhasauthoredthenational#1bestsellingcookbookFix-ItandForget-ItCookbook:FeastingwithYourSlowCooker(withDawnJ.Ranck),whichappearedonTheNewYorkTimesbestsellerlist,aswellasthebestsellerlistsofUSAToday,PublishersWeekly,andBookSense.AndsheistheauthorofFix-ItandForget-ItLightly:Healthy,Low-FatRecipesforYourSlowCooker,whichhasalsoappearedonTheNewYorkTimesbestsellerlist.Inaddition,GoodauthoredFix-ItandForget-ItRecipesforEntertaining:SlowCookerFavoritesforAlltheYearRound(withRanck)andFix-ItandForget-ItDiabeticCookbook(withtheAmericanDiabetesAssociation),alsointheseries.

Good’sothercookbooksincludeFavoriteRecipeswithHerbs,TheBestofAmishCooking,andTheCentralMarketCookbook.

PhyllisPellmanGoodisSeniorEditoratGoodBooks.(GoodBookshaspublishedhundredsofothertitlesbymorethan125

differentauthors.)ShereceivedherB.A.andM.A.inEnglishfromNewYorkUniversity.Sheandherhusband,Merle,liveinLancaster,Pennsylvania.Theyaretheparentsoftwoyoung-adultdaughters.

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