Author Archives: Sandy

Gravy

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

My mom made gravy.  Gravy with fried chicken especially.  Once the chicken was done, mom would add 1/4 cup flour to the oil in the frying pan.  Stir the flour in the grease until it is brown.  It will brown nicely, … Continue reading →

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Fisherman Jimmy’s Fried Fish

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

When my husband and I first got together, a fisherman Jimmy lived in the apartment below.  He would be gone for days at a time, and then would announce his arrival home by leaving fresh fish or lobster in our … Continue reading →

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Eggs, Onions and Hot Links

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

Beat eggs Slice onions Slice hot links Grated Cheddar Cheese In a frying pan, saute the onions and hot links slices, add beaten eggs, cover with lid and reduce heat to low for 3-4 minutes or until eggs are set.  … Continue reading →

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7-Minute Frosting made with Jello

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

My husband is an auction crazed person.  Last week he came home with 3 boxes of cookbooks.  This is from JOYS OF JELLO. Probably from the later ’50s early ’60s judging by the pictures.  The paperback booklet isn’t date but … Continue reading →

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Roast Chicken with Rosemary and Orange Marmalade

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

Ingredients •2 whole 2-pound chickens •¼ teaspoon salt •¼ teaspoon pepper •3 tablespoons olive oil •2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves •6 tablespoons Grand Marnier (or Wild Turkey with 1 T marmalade) •3 tablespoons fresh orange juice •2 tablespoons brandy •2 … Continue reading →

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Chewy Cranberry Pecan Oatmeal Cookies

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

If you haven’t figured it out by now, oatmeal cookies are may favorite. 1 1/2 c all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 1/2 cups old fashioned oats 8 ounces unsalted butter, slightly … Continue reading →

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Chicken Salad Sandwiches with Apples

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

All my kids love chicken salad sandwiches.  They did when they were small one and even in their twenties.  The perfect quick meal.  2 big cans chicken white meat in water 1 onion finely diced 2 apples finely diced 2 stalks of … Continue reading →

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Apples and Blueberry Syrup

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

Make your spouse feel like he is on vacation. Serve him this breakfast on a weekend, and he will adore you. Peel and slice 2 Red Delicious Apples 1/2 Cup Chardonnay 1/2 Cup Maple Syrup Simmer apples in Chardonnay until … Continue reading →

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New York Steaks

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

New York Steaks I use a cast iron skillet and heat it on the stovetop.  Turn the oven on to 400 degrees and let it warm up.  Rinse the steaks in water and dry on a paper towel.  Season with … Continue reading →

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Zucchini Bread

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

3 eggs well beaten 1 1/2 cups sugar 3 tsp vanilla 1 cup oil 2 cups shredded zucchini 3 cups all purpose flour 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 3 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp baking soda 1 cup chopped … Continue reading →

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