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Beef, Bean and Sausage Bake

Posted by NoSpringChicken  

This is one of our favorite cold weather "comfort" foods. I've been making it for many years. A lot of recipes with beans are not favorites of children....this is one of the exceptions. Our four children always liked it when they were at... MORE»

Recipe #118817

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Fettuccine in Cayenne Cream Sauce

(1 reviews) Posted by NoSpringChicken  

This delicious side dish for an Italian meal works well for a luncheon main dish, too. We have it with a fresh mozzarella/tomato salad and crusty roll. We have been known to have a glass of wine with it, too! The recipe is in a Great Italian... MORE»

Recipe #118816

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Golden Orange Crunch Cake

Posted by NoSpringChicken  

A beautiful, golden crunch topping bakes right on this cake. The recipe came from one of those Bake-Off recipe books from years ago.....which I no longer have. It never fails to come out of the pan in perfect condition and is ever so good. I like... MORE»

Recipe #115190

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Crispy Sweet and Sour Pork

(10 reviews) Posted by NoSpringChicken  

While there are many recipes on Zaar for Sweet and Sour Pork, this is one that keeps the pork crispy. After finding this recipe years ago, I've used no other. Leftover pork roast or some thick, cooked pork chops are the basis for this. Planned... MORE»

Recipe #112260

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Cajun Reds

(2 reviews) Posted by NoSpringChicken  

My husband is not very fond of tomatoes. With all of the health benefits they have, though, I've tried to come up with some combinations he will be enthused about....and this is one of the results. Spicy hot....you could use less of the Cajun... MORE»

Recipe #111469

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Pacific Gazpacho

Posted by NoSpringChicken  

Save this one for those wonderful garden-fresh tomatoes of the summer! We have this often with our home grown tomatoes. The recipe is from my much used Junior League Cookbook of Phoenix, published in 1982. Cook time is for chilling, if desired. MORE»

Recipe #110778

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Midwest Scrapple

(1 reviews) Posted by NoSpringChicken  

While there are other scrapple recipes on ZAAR, this one is incredibly easy and ever so good! This would be among the all time favorites of my DH....and most men would agree with him. While it is a traditional Pennyslvania Dutch breakfast, served... MORE»

Recipe #108367

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Barley Salad With Mandarins

Posted by NoSpringChicken  

As soon as I spotted this recipe in the January 2005 issue of Country Extra magazine, I knew I would like it, for I am a big fan of barley. It was sent in by Jean Thomsen from Melfort, Saskatchewan. We had this at lunch yesterday (a cold day here... MORE»

Recipe #108363

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Ugly Dog Saloon's Coleslaw Dressing

(6 reviews) Posted by NoSpringChicken  

On a trip to New Orleans, we had lunch at a delightful little restaurant named the Ugly Dog Saloon and BarBQ. Those at our table loved their Cole Slaw and it's delicious dressing. The waitress graciously copied the recipe for us from the kitchen... MORE»

Recipe #105703

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Bread Pudding Plus

Posted by NoSpringChicken  

Recently, a kitchen experiment resulted in this delicious dessert. We've had it several times since then! The recipe makes a small amount, for there are just the two of us at home now, but it is easy to double or triple. MORE»

Recipe #105409

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Blender Ketchup

(3 reviews) Posted by NoSpringChicken  

Hang on to this recipe for the summer abundance of tomatoes from the gardens of all of those cooks who love to garden! I'm putting the recipe on Zaar just as it appears in the Farm Journal Freezing and Canning cookbook from 1973. However, I did... MORE»

Recipe #89086

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Egg Dip With Caviar :-))

Posted by NoSpringChicken  

This impressive and delicious mold is perfect for a holiday gathering. I must admit that I seldom use caviar due to the comments of several grandchildren! I make this in a star mold and it is so pretty with the yellow, red and green colors. The... MORE»

Recipe #76876

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Ritz Mock Apple Pie

(5 reviews) Posted by NoSpringChicken  

Let your family members or guests eat some of this before asking if they know what it contains!!! The title tells it all. It is surprisingly good...and a fun thing to do, especially with children. Serve warm with ice cream or a cheese wedge. MORE»

Recipe #73838

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Chef's Cheese Sauce for Baked Potatoes

Posted by NoSpringChicken  

A "loaded" potato with just one sauce! I've been using this delightful sauce for years....it is soooo good. Any leftover sauce is good on most hot vegetables, too. The cook time is for softening the butter. If possible, don't use any... MORE»

Recipe #73389

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Ranch Cornbread

Posted by NoSpringChicken  

While this is delicious in the winter when served with a bowl of any kind of bean soup or chili, it is equally good served with a fresh fruit salad in the summer. Served hot from the oven, with wonderful crusty edges, it is soooo good! The recipe... MORE»

Recipe #73260

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Classic Scalloped Chicken With Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Posted by NoSpringChicken  

Several generations of cooks have been using this delicious, classic recipe for their family gatherings, pot lucks, church suppers or just family meals. It is a true "comfort food". Cook time does not include cooking the chicken or rice... MORE»

Recipe #72993

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Breakfast Soup Aka Bacon and Egg Soup

(3 reviews) Posted by NoSpringChicken  

This is the soup I came up with when my son issued me a challenge! He and my husband, his Dad, play golf very early in the morning....even through the winter, unless there is snow on the ground. One morning, he asked if I could come up with a... MORE»

Recipe #72932

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Key Lime Cake

(17 reviews) Posted by NoSpringChicken  

Subtle yet distinctive, the difference between Key Lime juice and regular lime juice comes through in this delicious cake. Because of its pale green color, this cake resembles a lemon cake...unless you add a few drops of green food color to the... MORE»

Recipe #72832

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Classic Cranberry Salad

(1 reviews) Posted by NoSpringChicken  

My husband's family has been using this traditional and delicious salad for holiday dinners for five generations. The women used to grind the cranberries and the orange in a food grinder, which was a messy job! Thank goodness for food processors!... MORE»

Recipe #72226

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That Good Beet Salad

Posted by NoSpringChicken  

This may just convert those who think they don't like beets. My late Mom grew beets in her garden and this was one of her favorite recipes. It is easy to cut in half....as I do. Cook time is for chilling. MORE»

Recipe #71493

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