Author Archives: Sandy

Blueberry Strawberry Walnut Coffee Cake or Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake

Posted on June 24, 2010 by Sandy

Topping 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 cup chilled butter Make Topping combining flour, sugar, cinnamon and butter. Should resemble coarse crumbs. Make Batter combining flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. … Continue reading →

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Mom’s Green Tomato Pie

Posted on June 11, 2010 by Sandy

Servings: 1 Pie Ingredients • 1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour • 4 teaspoons lemon zest • 6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice • 3 tablespoons butter • 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon … Continue reading →

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Sheepherder’s Bread

Posted on June 11, 2010 by Sandy

I found this recipe in one of my Mom’s old books. It is from Sunset Cookbook of Breads I prefer to make it in a bread machine on the dough cycle and let the machine do the kneading. 3 cups … Continue reading →

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Green Tomato and Apple Pie

Posted on June 10, 2010 by Sandy

 Definately inspired by my mother and her garden.  I loved fried green tomatoes as a child and when Mom would make a Green Tomato Pie, wow!  How did she do that.   This is the perfect combination for me.  Tart Granny … Continue reading →

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Truffle Brownies

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Sandy

I would love to take credit for these. While I was in Trader Joe’s I picked up a couple of packages. Oh my. Sometimes, Trader Joe’s hits it out of the park. These are so good. Trader Joe’s Truffle Brownies … Continue reading →

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Maple Peach Syrup

Posted on May 24, 2010 by Sandy

1 can sliced peaches 1/4 cup maple syrup – the real stuff In a sauce pan, simmer the peaches and juice in the sauce pan and allow the juice to reduce down while you are cooking your waffles. Add the … Continue reading →

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Grilled Chicken Meatballs – Yakitori

Posted on May 23, 2010 by Sandy

Place three meatballs on a scewer and barbecue on the grill.  Serve with dipping sauce and a nice green salad.  Recipe: Grilled Chicken Meat Balls (Yakitori) Ingredients: 11 oz skinless chicken (minced) 2 eggs 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons plain … Continue reading →

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Waffles

Posted on May 20, 2010 by Sandy

Marion Cunningham’s Raised Waffles From The Breakfast Book This recipe uses dry yeast, which is often sold as “active dry” yeast. It’s different from instant yeast (often sold as “rapid rise”), so be careful not to confuse the two, even … Continue reading →

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Bread and Butter Pickles

Posted on May 19, 2010 by Sandy

I can do better with a bit of practice. It’s been about a week. Had to open the pickles for a test. Hey, somebody has to be in charge of quality. Mmmm, Good. Recipe is a keeper. 1 Gallon Cucumbers … Continue reading →

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Baked Eggs with Bacon and Spinach – Mother’s Day Special

Posted on May 12, 2010 by Sandy

6 slices applewood-smoked bacon 1 5-ounce bag baby spinach 2 whole wheat or sourdough English muffins, split horizontally, well toasted 4 large eggs 4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream Special equipment: 4 1-cup ramekins Preheat oven to 400°F. Cook bacon in … Continue reading →

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