tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-69455560653386612972012-02-15T22:20:50.164-08:00Where I post recipes of what I'm cooking so they are easily accessible to me anytime, anywhere I am.Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.comBlogger1851100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-87819164756860594912011-08-14T11:14:00.000-07:002011-08-17T07:09:30.015-07:00

ingredients 1 bottom pie crust 4 oz. light cream cheese 1 small pkg. rapberry Jello (four 1/2 cup servings) 2 Tbsp. corn starch 1/4 - 1/2 cup sugar to taste 4 cups clean raspberries (chilled if possible) 1 cup ice 1/2 cup boiling water directions Put cream cheese on counter to soften. Bake pie shell.  I keep my Mother-in-law's bulk pie mix on hand. Cool on rack. Set aside 1 Tbsp. of cream cheese

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-31725275293744917012011-07-27T15:10:00.000-07:002011-07-27T15:13:36.350-07:00

Tonight I used my Mother-in-law's pie crust mix as the crust for both savory quiche and apple pie.  So we had pie for dinner and pie for dessert! This is the quiche base I used.  3/4 cup heavy cream 3/4 cup whole milk (or any you have on hand works) 3 large eggs 2 oz cheeseIt is creamy and velvety.  Add whatever meat (optional), vegetables, and cheese mixtures you desire.  Tonight I simply added

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-5458903331320690762011-07-17T10:52:00.000-07:002011-07-17T10:57:53.260-07:00

My Mother-in-law's Pie Crust Mix Description: Bulk recipe for pie makers like my Mother-in-law. Good to have on hand for the holidays or family gatherings. Remember, true pie lovers only cut a pie once, so you'll need several pies:)   Ingredients:5 lb. bag Gold Medal white flour plus 1 cup = 21 cups if you don't have a 5 lb. bag on hand   3 lb Crisco (don't substitute) I like the butter

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-10339458021848047672011-07-06T20:18:00.000-07:002011-07-06T20:19:32.713-07:00

I came home to my husband and kids having made these yummy cookies today.  Here's the recipe and a photo.  Enjoy! Outrageous Chocolate Chip Cookies Ingredients1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup white sugar 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup peanut butter 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 egg 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup rolled oats 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-84266832426658274312011-02-05T06:45:00.000-08:002011-02-05T06:45:29.580-08:00

Dawn's Snow Ice Cream Ingredients:8 to 10 packed cups freshly fallen snow (avoid the yellow stuff!) 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 or 2 handfuls mini chocolate chips (optional)OR Peppermint extract mixed with a tiny bit of cocoa powder...yum.Directions: If you know in advance that it’s going to snow, place a clean container outside to collect the snow.

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-46403484814654880382010-10-17T06:08:00.000-07:002010-10-17T06:08:20.315-07:00

I will make this cake again! I discovered it searching easy decadent gourmet chocolate cakes to make for a friend's birthday who wanted chocolate.  Described as “The perfect, fudgy chocolate cake recipe” and originally from the Chocolate Desserts by Pierre Hermé book I decided to give it a try. Chocolate Decadence Cake Ingredients: 8 3/4 oz. bittersweet chocolate finely chopped (she used

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-53377495073959275952010-06-28T21:51:00.000-07:002010-06-28T21:51:26.273-07:00

Sunday, we tried quinoa for the first time with great success as our dinner guests liked it.  It is tasty and so full of protein and fiber.  Here's a 5 star recipe from allcooks for the quinoa salad we served for the vegetarian option in our roast beef Sunday dinner.   Just click on the title for the link where you'll find a photo. Quinoa Veggie Salad with Zesty VinaigretteIngredients

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-12288279042904199082010-06-21T06:13:00.000-07:002010-06-21T06:13:24.052-07:00

When I was asking some friends for a new salad recipe, K recommended this strawberry salad everyone enjoyed when she served it at Easter, so I took it to Father's Day dinner at B&D's with a similar result.  You add strawberry jam to the dressing and strawberries to the salad.  We love strawberries and I learned to add fruit to a green salad from K!  I thrill to find my Mother's handwritten menus

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-52975368151102427152010-05-06T18:18:00.000-07:002010-05-06T18:18:10.307-07:00

Our daughter stayed up last night to make these for class.  I decided to make a batch for a group of boys who were coming over after school today. I haven't made these in forever. Now I'll have this recipe handy online as well. My sister-in-law's sister gave me this recipe a few years ago. Cowboy Cookies 1 c butter 1 c brown sugar 1 c white sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/4

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-72822065709382864152010-03-25T08:03:00.000-07:002010-03-25T08:03:13.534-07:00

Thanks to my thoughtful friend C, I recently visited a Trader Joe's near her and purchased many fun treats for my family.  One item was meal ready green curry thai sauce.  Thanks to my husband, who wanted to make Thai food and loves to experiment in the kitchen, we had a wonderful homemade Thai meal.  He offered us green curry shrimp and/or red chili shrimp over jasmine rice and pad thai noodles.

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-91084599003639128012010-03-11T17:15:00.000-08:002010-03-11T17:15:29.568-08:00

I just tried this quick, simple recipe and our whole family loved the taste.  The taste of course will depend upon what flavor of salsa and seasoning packet you use.  It's perfect for one of those kid taxing driving nights.  Give it a try! Southwestern Chicken and Rice 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small chunks 1 cup salsa 1 package taco seasoning 2 cups water 2 cups raw Minute

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-16278317843378146682010-02-14T07:11:00.000-08:002010-02-14T07:11:22.874-08:00

Happy Valentine's Day to you!  This photo is an example of the type of menu and table setting my Mother would set -- this time for Valentine's Day.  She was instrumental in the start of this holiday in her homeland when she returned as a goodwill Ambassador later in her life.  It's called Friendship Day there.  Today on Valentine's Day or Friendship Day we will receive the public to honor her

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-40637801343016536622010-02-03T19:49:00.000-08:002010-02-03T19:51:12.712-08:00

Over at our house tonight we have the 12 and 13 year old Young Women over making Valentine sugar cookies.  They have decided to give them to the family of our ward member who died in an avalanche. Peggy's "quick" sugar cookie recipe 1 cup butter1 cup sugar1 egg1 tsp vanillacream together2 tsp baking powder3 c flour -- add 1 cup at a time400 10-12 minutes Derek's Frosting A ton of powdered

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-31784670017406081302010-01-20T19:07:00.000-08:002010-01-20T19:07:12.665-08:00

My Dad bought that new brownie pan that separates your brownies for you.  So, I'm trying this basic brownie recipe my brother liked so much when we were growing up.  They aren't fancy and we not frost them.  They are simple.   Fudge Brownies 1 cup butter or margarine 2 cups sugar 3 squares chocolate 2 cups flour 1 cup nuts, optional 2 tsp. vanilla 4 eggs Melt the margarine and cocoa together.

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-72801410620529483202010-01-09T09:04:00.000-08:002010-01-09T09:04:05.384-08:00

We served this at our daughter's birthday party because she tasted Wassail and loves it!  If you make one, make this one.  Lion House Wassail  Rated: Submitted By: Audrey WarinerPhoto By: Juno Suks At Cooking But Eats Servings: 36 "This recipe is Great! to have with or after Christmas dinner. It's one of our Christmas traditions."INGREDIENTS: 2 1/4 cups white sugar4 cups water2 cinnamon

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-22729257534436723192009-12-21T14:35:00.000-08:002009-12-21T14:35:14.389-08:00

Title: Piparkakut (Finnish Christmas Gingerbread Cookies) Description: My Mother says, "The aroma of these cookies baking takes me back to my childhood in Finland." We make various large to small sizes of these in heart shape and hang them in the kitchen window during Christmas. Heart is the symbol of Christmas in Finland. We also had plenty of other shapes to eat as well. Ingredients: 3/4 c

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-26581892990957746422009-12-19T03:48:00.000-08:002009-12-19T03:48:37.280-08:00

My husband found this recipe and made this for us.  It does taste so much like Wendy's chili!  Give it a try! Click image to viewUpload a PhotoIngredients: 2 pounds Ground beef1 can (29 ounce size) tomato sauce1 can (29 ounce size) kidney beans w/liquid1 can (29 ounce size) pinto beans w/liquid1 medium Onion, diced2 Green chili, diced1 Rib celery, diced3 medium Tomatoes, chopped2 teaspoons Cumin

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-46306112666198215272009-12-19T03:43:00.000-08:002009-12-19T03:53:57.244-08:00

Health Tip of the Day "Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time" Green smoothies are both nutritious and delicious.  For an easy snack or meal: combine 2 medium mangoes, 2 bananas and 1½ cups spinach and blend well. Add pure water if smoothie is too thick. ------------------------------------------------------ Copyright. Hilton Johnson Productions, Inc. www.healthcoachtraining.com -------------------

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-70155358229651798642009-12-12T04:06:00.000-08:002009-12-19T04:11:47.931-08:00

Our recipe party theme with quick fix.  I pulled out one of my Mother's quick fix recipe cook books and found this easy chicken recipe.  The instructions  Raspberry Chicken To broil 5-6 inches from the flame, place chicken directly in broiler pan without the rack -- 1 2.5-3 lb. cut up broiler fryer chicken OR your favorite pieces of chicken (I used chicken tenders) vegetable oil 1 10 oz.

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-78068114411023768832009-11-12T16:23:00.000-08:002009-11-12T17:01:15.131-08:00

Tonight is Recipe Party!  I've missed the last two months and I'm determined to go this time. Our theme is Holiday Favorites.   Of course it wouldn't be Christmas without pulla, but I've already made that for them.  And we always have rice porridge and I've already done that for them.  So, when I asked my Mother what her holiday favorite is she named this casserole.  Of course there are other

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-2739383185032661442009-10-31T09:48:00.000-07:002009-10-31T09:48:09.716-07:00

Made these for Halloween breakfast this morning! Pumpkin Pancakes 2 cups all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons brown sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground allspice 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups milk 1 cup pumpkin puree 1 egg 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vinegar Mix together the milk, pumpkin, egg,

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-49737112640175806262009-10-31T05:37:00.000-07:002009-10-31T05:37:51.347-07:00

Last night we had a kids Halloween party and I served mummy dogs and pumpkin shakes.  Sorry no pictures -- missing camera, bummer for the holiday. Mummy Dogs (Serves 8) 8 Hot Dogs or Veggie Dogs 1 Package breadsticks in a can Mustard and Ketchup Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spray a cookie sheet.  Pop open the can of breadsticks.  Separate them into 8 pieces.  Wrap one long piece of dough around

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-24229291907488388102009-09-28T14:30:00.000-07:002009-09-28T14:31:31.273-07:00

Tonight for Family Home Evening I made another cookie recipe from a cake mix.  This recipes is also credited to Stephanie Ashcraft from 101 "Things to Do with a Cake Mix"!  I promise not to make all 101 recipes and they aren't all cookies.  They are bars and mostly cakes.  Unique Cake Mix Cookies 2 eggs 1/3 cup honey 1/3 cup margarine 1/2 cup flour 1 cake mix, any flavor (I used fun flavor

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-85423692704527728242009-09-27T16:19:00.000-07:002009-09-28T14:32:57.288-07:00

I needed a fast dessert and remembered Stephanie Ashcraft's cookbook my Mother gave me entitled "101 Things to do with a Cake Mix" and pulled it out and pulled off a quick cookie in under 30 minutes!  Give it a try! Cake Mix Cookies 1 cake mix, any flavor (I used chocolate today) 1/4 cup light brown sugar 1/2 cup chocolate chips 3/4 oil 2 eggs Preheat oven to 375 degrees.  Mix together cake mix

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-6079697941670195322009-09-16T15:48:00.000-07:002009-09-16T15:48:45.880-07:00

We're visiting great friends this weekend and T is serving this yummy, easy cake.  I thank her for making it and sharing it.  Now I just made it as muffins as an after school snack.  Enjoy! It's easy because it's a cake mix, with more added to make it much better. Poppy Seed Cake or Bread1 yellow or white cake mix1 box instant vanilla pudding1/2 c. oil4 eggs1 c. water2 T poppy seeds3/4 tsp.

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-38320799216902729852009-09-16T09:00:00.000-07:002009-09-16T09:00:52.857-07:00

It's recipe party time again!  Tonight's theme is Mediterranean so we can use fresh vegetables from our garden or local Farmer's Market.  Oh, I wish I could run to *Molly Stone's or Whole Foods to buy this olive oil like I used to be able to.  I googled greek mediterranean recipes and found this I thought I'd like Greek Farmer's Market VegetablesUnfortunately, I wasn't able to get to the recipe

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-59932950298672641722009-09-01T10:33:00.000-07:002009-09-01T13:02:32.872-07:00

My Dad just said, "Not bad.   I'd better have a another cup!"  Today I am made  "Cream of Zucchini Soup" for my parents from the fresh zucchini Aunt E and Uncle R sent over from their garden.  Just last week Aunt J and Uncle G brought over THIS zucchini soup to share with my parents. The recipe is my Mother's she has served for the last several years and shared with several women although I

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-12638348026045829472009-08-31T21:42:00.000-07:002009-08-31T22:15:36.511-07:00

Sunday we had a discussion about veal. I said it was beef, but they wanted to know why it's not dark like beef. They said it looks like pork, but doesn't taste like pork. Hmm, "What's veal Mom?" OVEN BAKED VEAL PARMIGIANA1 lb. thin veal cutlets1/2 c. dry bread crumbs1/2 c. Parmesan cheese1 egg, beaten1/2 c. chopped onion1 sm. jar spaghetti sauce1 pkg. shredded Mozzarella cheese2 tbsp.

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-64705066618398060352009-08-04T22:07:00.000-07:002009-08-07T09:13:41.883-07:00

I was in too much of a hurry when I made these the other morning for my fellow former student body officers, but my daughter did snap a shot of the table setting. Title: Oven French ToastDescription:When you need a caramel flavor and want to serve 12 pieces all at once, bake your french toast in the oven, just prepare it the night before! Ingredients:1 stick butter1 cup brown sugar2 Tbsp corn

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-41452776044218216072009-08-04T09:14:00.000-07:002009-08-07T09:34:58.401-07:00

My Father was raised on a farm/ranch. They had lots of chickens and cows, so there was an abundance of milk, cream, cheese and eggs. My Grandmother used to make these baked eggs. This dish is fine for luncheon as well as for breakfast, nicely taking place of meat. My Grandma was not much of a meat eater, so she enjoyed these very much. Here is her recipe taken from her pocket note book.BAKED EGGS

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-5683077875084314282009-07-24T18:33:00.001-07:002009-08-05T10:05:09.973-07:00

My parents have a "Magic Bullet" that makes individual sized shakes and purees most anything. After our lunch today, my husband and Dad made Huckleberry Shakes for us.Huckleberry Shakes2 scoops of ice creamenough milk to go 3/4 of the way up to topSince we had huckleberry ice cream, they just added 1 tsp huckleberries. If you have vanilla, you'll want to add more.2 tsp. sugar or sweetener of

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-28254880842287072302009-07-22T10:43:00.000-07:002009-07-24T07:30:06.599-07:00

Our children love it when the Ice Cream Truck stops by. Here they are buying ice cream from him just a few days ago.And then the youth in the ward, in honor of pioneer day, were on the edge of the street briskly rolling back and forth tin can ice cream. when the ice cream truck drove by! lolWe stopped him and asked him if he wanted to buy any ice cream. He paused for a picture with us. A few

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-12369729315062711302009-07-12T19:17:00.001-07:002009-07-13T07:04:01.247-07:00

My husband says you can make the toughest round steak into steak with the tenderness and moistness of Filet Mignon by marinating for a couple days using vinegar and oil. He grilled it to go with our peas and potatoes. Here's how he did it . . . 1/3 cup balsamic vineger 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar 1/3 cup olive or canola oil 2 Tbs. Montreal Steak seasoning 6-10 small "mock" filet minon

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-51720923283581842902009-07-12T18:04:00.000-07:002009-07-12T18:50:57.253-07:00

Friday, we went to the local Farmer's Market and some of our purchases included new red potatoes and fresh green peas. I found this recipe to make them creamed. Although everyone else liked them, our youngest, not a fan of peas, asked in disgust, "Why are you putting that on your blog? I thought you only put good stuff on there like pulla, lattyja, Grandma's rolls, and karjalan piirakka!"

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-20553706273894267192009-06-22T10:18:00.000-07:002009-07-12T14:00:39.371-07:00

From dianaskitchen.com we found this non peanut butter No-Bake Cookies recipe. No-Bake Cookies These favorite no-bake cookies are made with cocoa, coconut, and oats * 1/2 cup butter * 1/2 cup milk * 2 cups sugar * 3 cups quick-cooking oats * 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa * 1/2 cup coconut In a large saucepan, combine butter, milk and sugar;

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-74569081696114970582009-06-20T13:38:00.000-07:002009-06-20T16:13:11.579-07:00

Most of our children really like lasagna and request it much more often than I make it.  Then I remembered that Sarah had shared her easy version of lasagna in our recipe exchange.  We like it and it IS so easy! Our sons are just returning from the Father Son's Camp Out and are hungry, so I'm glad it's ready to come out of the oven!   I hope you enjoy it sometime soon too.  Sarah's

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-1110579636173542312009-06-13T09:47:00.000-07:002009-06-13T10:33:41.301-07:00

My cousin Janis put this recipe in our family cookbook years ago and I just tried them for the first time this morning.  Even though they are thinner than usual, we really liked the taste!  I also like that I can make whole wheat pancakes so easily and quickly with little mess and no stirring.  A bonus is that since you make them in the blender, or in our case the Vitamix, you just pour the

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-14882105405475286832009-06-06T08:51:00.000-07:002009-06-09T06:27:05.547-07:00

Each year the Mountain Man Rendezvous we attend, we hope they will serve "Fire Bread", then name youngest dubbed it when he saw it being made over the campfire there. They ran out of it this year before we tasted it, so we had to make some at home. We ate Hawthorne berry and Elderberry jam on them made my the Mountain Man Leprechaun.I searched the internet for an authentic recipe and chose this

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-54932244158686292122009-05-26T11:59:00.000-07:002009-06-20T16:26:18.633-07:00

My cousin in Finland gave my Mother this recipe.  Pie crusts are very different over there, as you can tell from my previous post.  You could use the same blueberry filling from the previous post or use this yummy rhubarb & strawberry one below.  The Finns use less sugar, so adjust according to your tastebuds:)Hannele's Berry Pie (Marjapiiras)1 cup melted margarine1.5 cups sugar3 cups flour3 tsp.

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-63135026908008947692009-05-20T05:14:00.000-07:002009-06-20T15:46:05.040-07:00

Oma means my own in Finnish.  This is one of those recipes my Mother had to make up when she came from Finland.  Blueberries are plentiful in August in Finland and grow well along the bushes nearby the also plentiful granite.  It's a wonderful thing to pick blueberries there. Well, it's not August and we didn't have blueberries on the ranch, but yet she craved that taste.  Here is her recipe.

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-80638151585757670752009-05-17T19:23:00.000-07:002009-05-17T19:41:00.832-07:00

Our sons just returned yesterday from a Scouts camp out where one of the breakfast items was made by one of their friend's Dad. Today our son made "Jim's Crepes" because he was hungry before lunch was ready and he could easily remember the recipe. He said, "You just double it"!Jim's Crepes 1 cup flour 2 cups milk 4 eggs 1 tsp. sugar (optional) dash of salt (optional)Serve with strawberry jam

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-5849341459682461942009-05-14T14:35:00.000-07:002009-05-25T18:22:00.869-07:00

Tonight is our Recipe Exchange and we are to bring Hors d'Oeuvres. Well, when my Mother served Hors d'Oeuvres at the Embassy, if she didn't serve this appetizer, one diplomat would say to her, "Nope I came for nothing"!  What was it he wanted?  It was a date wrapped in bacon!  She also wrapped chicken livers in bacon.Bacon Wrapped DatesIngredients:baconpitless datespaprikatoothpicksDirections:

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-52617242394670755282009-05-14T02:25:00.000-07:002009-05-25T18:21:54.970-07:00

This is such an easy appetizer for your kids to make for their own party. Fruit and Cheese SticksIngredients:cheese, cubed grapes toothpicksPlace a piece of cheese and a grape on a toothpick.

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-41076360696304448432009-05-07T17:36:00.000-07:002009-05-08T12:58:24.709-07:00

My Mother has requested Rosettes for her birthday since it's so close to May Day.  In Finland, rosettes may be served at May Day (Vappu) celebrations as an alternative to funnel cakes (tippaleipä).  They are traditionally made during Christmas time in Scandanavia.  Rosettes are a thin, cookie-like deep-fried pastry of Scandinavian origin. Rosettes are made using intricately designed irons. The

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-9719292894859896332009-05-06T05:15:00.000-07:002009-05-06T06:10:24.109-07:00

One of the items I need to make ahead for my Mother's birthday this weekend is this fizzy Finnish lemon drink called Sima made somewhat like home made root beer with yeast. You need to make it about 3 days before you want to serve it. It will last unopened for about a week after that without going flat.  Although traditionally served at May Day in Finland it was made for many celebrations in my

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-53223022033424915262009-04-25T06:52:00.000-07:002009-04-26T12:28:28.196-07:00

Our recipe exchange theme was "kids favorites" this month. I made Casserole of Beef and Rice. Our kids love it as do most kids I've had try it. My husband says it tastes like stuffed green pepper. I already posted the recipe in an earlier post. My kids wanted to know why I didn't take lattyja. It's their absolute favorite.

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Crockery Pot - BeefAll Day Crockery Pot BeefBeef and Broccoli Stir-FryBeef and Pasta CasseroleBeef DiabloBeef FajitasBeef Ragout Over RiceBeef TipsBeer Braised Beef in Crockery PotBurritos Crockery Pot StyleCalifornia Tamale PieCattleman's Beef and BeansCheeseburger SandwichesCheesy Meat LoafChili Beer Brisket of BeefClassic Swiss SteakComplete Crockery Pot DinnerCorned Beef and CabbageCountry

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-49182498633909127762009-04-23T11:19:00.001-07:002009-04-24T15:55:51.311-07:00

Title: My husband's Mother made homemade Pizza Crust while they lived overseas over the years when pizza was not available to her 5 sons.   It is now requested at every family gathering, especially for birthdays.Ingredients:1 c luke warm water1 T sugar1 T yeast2 T olive oil1 T salt, scant3.5 cups white flour Hunt's Garlic and Herb Spaghetti SauceDirections:Dissolve yeast in water with sugar.  

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-44566194918962826482009-04-21T06:27:00.000-07:002009-04-25T06:24:00.554-07:00

If you give a mouse a cookie, he's going to ask for  . . . Yesterday I was making rice for lunch and it made me think of making rice porridge which made me think of Karjalan Piirakka. Then, I remembered my Mother recently talking about how she'd always wanted to try Karjalan Piirakka made with barley porridge filling, but she had never made it, which made me want to try it. For the Barley Filling

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-37994374579918555282009-04-16T11:36:00.000-07:002009-04-16T12:02:13.084-07:00

I was cooking some tilapia in the crock pot when my Mother asked what I was going to serve with it.  She suggested Egg Gravy over mashed potatoes.  She used to make egg gravy often.  I'd never made it because it was just something she would just whipped up.  I say that because she uses a wire ship to stir the gravy and would prepare it so quickly.  So, she talked me through it. Since she never

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5 MINUTE CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE4 tablespoons flour4 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cocoapinch of salt1 egg3 tablespoons milk3 tablespoons oil3 tablespoons chocolate chips (optional)A small splash of vanilla extract1 large mugAdd dry ingredients to mug, and mix well.  Add the egg and mix thoroughly. Pour in the milk and oil and mix well. Add the chocolate chips (if using) and vanilla extract, and mix

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-35795768079131526272009-04-14T08:03:00.000-07:002009-04-14T08:16:05.639-07:00

Grandma made the traditional bird nests for us this Easter.  The recipe is rice krispie treats.  She only uses 1/4 of the butter nowadays.  She also wets her hands when she works with the stick treats.  She quickly scoops them in to muffin tins and uses her wet hands to quickly spread them around.  

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-23189738583799170452009-04-04T14:26:00.000-07:002009-04-04T14:31:11.649-07:00

This week I received a fun invitation to a grocery bridal shower and the hostesses had used ABC pasta for some of the letters on it.  When our youngest saw it, he wondered what they were.  I realized that he had never had ABC pasta!  I was amazed at this as the older ones had, but such is occasionally the case with the youngest.  I should know as I am one. :) In reorganizing my cupboards today, I

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-19784773560615730682009-04-01T11:57:00.000-07:002009-04-01T12:05:27.497-07:00

I made this quick meatless taco soup for dinner and we liked it.  The hominy in it feels like the meat you leave out of it.  When you serve it you may add salsa or ketchup or tabasco according to your taste, if desired.Canned Beans Taco Soup1/4 c. water  to saute the onions in1 small chopped onion3 cans (4 oz.) chopped green chilies1 tsp salt (optional)1 tsp pepper1 can (15 oz.) pinto beans,

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-75778865256787659682009-03-30T09:46:00.000-07:002009-03-30T13:29:20.471-07:00

Diana Wilson has a great recipe for Bread Bowls that she shared.  Here it is:Bread Bowls1/2 cup warm water1 cup warm milk2 tablespoons softened butter2 tablespoons sugar1 1/2 teaspoon salt3 1/2 to 4 cups flour1 1/2 tablespoons instant yeastPut all ingredients in mixer with the dough hook in the order listed.  Start with 2 1/2 cups flour and after it is mixing, slowly add enough flour until the

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-66405190312369150102009-03-19T12:13:00.000-07:002009-03-29T13:26:25.857-07:00

Linda's Taco Saladlettucekidney beans olivestomatoes Dorito taco chipscheese avocadostaco sauce Ashley's of Texas4.5 oz. browned hamburgerline bowls with lettuce, add rest, breaking up taco chips, with sauce on top. serve with corn bread

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-57266569022438829022009-03-19T12:07:00.000-07:002009-04-25T06:46:01.604-07:00

Tostada shellsspread sour creamlettuce chopped finecheese a lottomatoes, choppedsalsa sauce1 c. diced onions2 small tomato, peeled & diced 2 jalapeno pepper, Ortega finely chopped3 1/2 c tomato sauce3 large green chili peppers chopped3 tsp. salt12 tsp garlic saltmix together1/2 menu tostada salad, taco, casserole, Spanish rice, chips, watermelon salad

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Enchilada PieKelly Jane Sellers1 lb. hamburger1/2 tsp. salt1/2 medium chopped onionBrown the above.  then add 1 small can green chilies.stir in:  1/2 can tomato soup1 can (10 oz.) enchilada sauce1/2 cup waterSimmer the above for 5 minutes.  You will need 6 flour tortillas and 2 cups shredded cheddar, jack or mozzarella cheese.  Layer as lasagna -- meat, 2 tortillas, meat, cheese, 2 tortillas,

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-19562310832316387942009-03-19T11:54:00.000-07:002009-03-29T12:36:38.278-07:00

Hot Cherry Sauce 1/2 c. sugar2 tbs. cornstarch 1/16 ts. salt3/4 cherry juice 1 c. water1/4 ts. almond extract In the top of a double boiler, mix sugar, starch and salt. Add juice, water, almond extract, stirring constantly until smooth and thick, about 15 minutes. Serve hot over the hot pudding.

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-89817452488719458012009-03-19T11:09:00.000-07:002009-04-25T06:28:05.470-07:00

Raijan Rahka Piirakka1 T dry yeast1/4 c. warm water 1 c. milk, scalded and cooled1 tsp. salt 2 eggs, well beaten4.5 - 5 c. flour 1/2 c. melted margarine1 egg, for basting cheese filling (see below)In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Stir in milk, salt, sugar and eggs. Add 2 cups flour to yeast mixture; beat until smooth. Add melted margarine, stirring to mix well. Add

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-80575515277503658002009-03-19T10:54:00.000-07:002009-04-25T06:47:11.896-07:00

Open Faced Chicken SandwichesPrep time 20 minYou can use leftover cooked chicken to prepare these elegant open face sandwiches. Once prepared, the sandwiches should be covered and refrigerated to prevent spoilage unless they will be served immediately. for 4 servings you will need: 1 cup cooked, shredded chickensalt and pepper 1 medium sized apple1 stalk celery 4 Tbsp. chopped walnuts1/2 cup

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-58457453006828669582009-03-19T10:24:00.000-07:002009-03-29T12:36:38.293-07:00

Taco-Bean Appetizer 2-3 cans refried beansSpread on plate Mix enough sour cream with taco power 1/2 pkg over beans Then a layer of shredded lettuce, chopped tomatom, avocado, chopped onion, grated onion, grated cheese Serve with taco chips

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Bob's Sweet Potatoes Boil yams until done like potatoes but firmer. 1 cube margarinecrumble brown sugar to jam consistency. slice yams.cover with marshmallows and brown sugar. Flip occasionally.Simmer low 2 hours.

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-20339151602064809892009-03-19T10:22:00.000-07:002009-03-29T12:36:38.301-07:00

Joyce Argyle's Chicken Casserole 1 chicken cut in bite size pieces 1 can campbell's onion soup2 cup chicken stock 3/4 sq. butter1 cup rice mix all together.Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-30636001871765614162009-03-19T10:04:00.000-07:002009-03-29T12:36:38.306-07:00

Breakfast Rolls 24 frozen rolls1/2 pkg butterscotch pudding 1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 c brown sugar 1 tsp. cinnamonchopped nuts or raisins, optional Melt butter. Mix sugar and cinnamon. Place frozen rolls into bundt pan. Sprinkle with dry pudding. Drizzle with melted margarine and sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle with nuts. RAise 8 hours or overnight. Bake 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-84742653946103845552009-02-24T10:04:00.000-08:002009-03-29T12:36:36.562-07:00

I'm recording this here so I can try it.  My Father had cut it out of the newpaper, so I guess I'll make them for him :)  Title: Brigham Young's Buttermilk DoughnutsDescription:This version of Brigham Young's buttermilk doughnuts hasbeen modernized by Brenda Hopkin, head baker at the LionHouse Pantry restaurant. It was on the paper on Feb. 21,2009. She halved the recipe, specified the amount

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-27301244495656041362009-02-19T10:39:00.000-08:002009-03-29T12:36:36.563-07:00

My Mother loves biscotti. I found out the reason why she eats biscotti is because she can no longer make Korput -- Finnish biscotti anymore.  When I came to my visit my folks today, I found my Dad had made Korput by drying hot dog buns and sprinkling cinnamon sugar on them. They'd seen the recipe in a Finnish American newspaper.  I decided I'd find her Hyvat Korput recipe she used to make and

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-21561381812596987912009-02-16T10:58:00.000-08:002009-03-29T12:36:36.563-07:00

Warm Red Velvet Cake with a powdered sugar glaze was our dessert for our visitor's from Canada Sunday night. We also served the hamburger, tomato, rice casserole with sour cream for our red main course.When my husband and I ate out earlier this week for our Valentine's Day Dinner, we were served Crab Salad pictured on the left. I then bought crab and served it Saturday to our family on

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-81974306359570314542009-02-06T05:28:00.000-08:002009-03-29T12:36:36.563-07:00

This month's recipe theme is "chocoholic". I'm not really a chocoholic, but do like it. My chocolate eating is mainly chocolate candy bars with Reese's being my favorite, followed by peanut M&Ms. It's a real treat though when I get to eat Fazer (Finnish) and Marabou (Swedish) chocolate. I enjoy brownies too. I like my Grandma's Chocolate cake pudding.  I would love to get the commercial

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-77554107361019334642009-02-04T05:49:00.000-08:002009-03-29T12:36:36.563-07:00

My daughter took a picture of the cinnamon rolls we made on Sunday.  She thought I should post it on my blog, so I am just for her.She helped me make homemade rolls and we doubled the recipe, so that with the other half we made dessert at the same time.  We added a powdered sugar glaze to them.  I also added brown sugar on the tops at the last minute before I baked them.  It's better inside of

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-31666456481603855102009-01-26T15:59:00.000-08:002009-03-29T13:08:55.891-07:00

Tuna Helper a la Michael Ingredients 1 pk (8 oz.) egg noodles 2 tb Cornstarch 1 pk (10 oz.) frozen peas 2 tb Butter or margarine 1 cn (9-1/4 oz.) tuna packed in Salt and ground black pepper 1 cn (13 oz.) evaporated milk 1/2 c Shredded cheddar cheese Instructions for Tuna Helper a la Michael In large saucepan, cook noodles as directed on package and the

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Today, Barrack Hussein Obama became our 44th President.  It would have been awesome to be in Washington D.C. to participate.  I was able to watch this with my parents in their home and my husband was able to watch it with his parents in their home by chance as he's there on business. What an historic day for our country!  We've recorded it to watch with our children. They have watched this

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-81815454683783528542009-01-13T11:18:00.001-08:002009-03-29T12:36:38.321-07:00

Hello Maija-Liisa!Brad has sent you a recipe from www.TopSecretRecipes.com! h askhaskdh akh ak hkahd ad ad a dad ad akd kad kas dhkhttp://www.topsecretrecipes.com/recipedetail.asp?id=93

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Our Grandma served this often to her children.   It was passed on to the grandchildren who traded it with each other while young marrieds.   It has been prepared in dutch ovens and shared on the Creek at family reunions.   Enjoy!Grandma's Chocolate Cake PuddingIngredients:Bring the following to a boil in a large pan on top of the stove:2 cups water2 1/4 cups sugar (I use 1 1/4 cup white, 1 cup

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-13355741876793451092009-01-12T23:40:00.000-08:002009-01-13T00:59:48.285-08:00

As I wonder what "ladylike" recipe to make,  I remember this lemon souffle recipe my Mother sent me when I lived far away from her and was not yet married.  I just dug out the recipe card she sent me, dusted it off, am entering it here for safer keeping and will give it a try for this week's Recipe Party.   Kevainen Sitruuna Kohokas From the Kitchen of My Mother1 cup sugar1/4 cup flour

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Today, on the 12th day of Christmas, I made Finnish Gingerbread cookies at my Mother's. We'd been too busy earlier in the season. I was out of dark karo syrup and had heard one could use molasses instead. I used black strap molasses and it gave them the dark color they need. The smells were incredible and although it's time to have the oldest man in the village come to our home and sweep out

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-6344736944338865672009-01-02T06:04:00.000-08:002009-03-29T12:36:38.327-07:00

http://spindyeknit.com/2008/07/torte-reform/Alison Hyde’s chocolate torte–makes twoSnap out the bottoms of two 8″ springform pans (flat bottomed preferred). Cover bottoms with foil, snap them back in, butter the sides and the foil-covered bottoms.CAKE:Melt 1 lb. butter, beat with 3 c. sugar and 2 tsp bourbon vanillaAdd in 1/2 c. manufacturing cream, 6 egg yolksAdd in: 1 1/3 c. cocoa that has been

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Today, for our daughter's birthday,I madeFinnish Meat PiesClick here for my Mother's Recipeand Apple Cranberry Pie Click here for Recipe Girl's Recipeand I've added her text below.A different take on the apple pie.CRUST:3 cups rolled (old fashioned) oats1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour½ tsp (rounded measure) salt1½ tsp ground cinnamon1/4 cup + 2 T. brown sugar1 tsp pure vanilla extract1 cup

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-14193181787324830342008-12-25T22:57:00.000-08:002009-03-29T12:37:40.774-07:00

After I cooked (yet had lots of help from all of the family) several traditional Finnish Christmas dishes on Christmas Eve, my hubby decided he'd make the dinner on Christmas. He chose prime rib.Here are some pictures he took while he was making it. I know he packed it with just the right granulation and amount of salt and tested the temperature often.When it came out of the oven, we put *

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-46430413112648300502008-12-24T12:45:00.000-08:002009-03-29T12:37:40.774-07:00

Merry Christmas!  Hyvaa Joulua!  We are busy in the kitchen makingJoulu torttuja, piparkakkuja, pulla, kisseli, karjalan piirakka, porkkana laattikko, and so on.  We have posted a few of our family Christmas photos (work in progress) at http://theadamsfamilyphotos.blogspot.com Leave us a note here in the comments section.  

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-88145856935507899682008-12-22T17:57:00.000-08:002009-03-29T12:37:40.775-07:00

Tonight's FHE before Christmas was an open house at friends.  We didn't know if we could make it since other friends from MN were due to arrive.  They were delayed so we went.  Boy were they delayed!!  See story below recipe.  It was such a fun evening with many friends and wonderful food and games.  I made Bacon Wrapped ChickenPlace chicken breast pieces (personally not fond of chicken livers)

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-32541450732130172892008-11-25T11:20:00.000-08:002009-03-29T12:37:40.775-07:00

Categories: BreadsTitle: Mrs. Newberry BiscuitsDescription:Thanksgiving dinner means you'll need the Mrs. Newberry Biscuits recipe. Our family always ate these then growing up. My Mother got this recipe from her neighbor Mrs. Newberry when they lived in Fort Riley, Kansas while my Father was assigned there for the military. My brother and I would smash the first one out of the oven, much to

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-19414698185199958862008-11-24T10:07:00.000-08:002009-03-29T12:37:40.775-07:00

I've been served Sweet Potatoe Pie before and really love it.  I've never made it before and no longer live near the acquaintance who made it for us, so I googled and found this recipe to try which sounds so good.  It's also the first time I'm emailing my post to my blog.  So fun and handy! Visit the Imperial Sugar Recipes Web site for other great Imperial Sugar and Dixie Crystals recipes!If

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-75804639118961059502008-11-13T09:29:00.000-08:002009-03-29T12:37:40.775-07:00

Tonight's recipe party theme is "Show Off".  This came immediately to mind for me.  I've only made it a couple of times a few years ago, but my Mother used to serve this at ladies luncheons or a small group.  She was first served this on an official visit to Heinavesi by Ambrosius in a Russian Orthodox Monastery and started serving it when they returned home.  Salmon-in-a-CrustLohipiirakka--

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-82107180334481817522008-11-04T11:20:00.000-08:002009-04-23T12:34:51.411-07:00

A family food tradition we have is "Lattyja"  or Finnish Pancakes.  My good friend growing up couldn't say it, so her family called them "Roll 'em up and eat 'ems".  Growing up we'd have them for dinner on Fast Sundays.  Title: Lättyjä (Finnish Pancakes)Description:Crepe like dessert. Made in Finland, Sweden, Iceland, Germany and other countries.Ingredients:5 cups milk (can use powdered milk)1

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-7593628047122513462008-11-03T09:22:00.000-08:002009-03-29T12:37:40.776-07:00

Finnish Meat Pies are sold at the train stations in Finland. I remember buying them at the "kioski" to eat. Apparently so does another woman whose Mother is also Finnish. I ran into her at the grocery store and she said she most remembers the meat pies at the "asema" but has never made them since she doesn't have a recipe for them. Well my Mother has the meat pie recipe and I grew up eating

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-59593575128513455582008-11-02T08:41:00.000-08:002009-12-19T03:55:58.983-08:00

My husband was in the mood for his Mother's homemade pizza for lunch.  It's so easy to whip up the crust and we didn't even wait to let it rise.  Our youngest was my helper and he put half pieces of string cheese near the edges and folded over the crust so it was like a Pizza Hut too.  It really did taste oh so good!  I hope you'll give it a try. Title: Mom Adams' Pizza Crust Description: Made

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-74067599061507695602008-10-31T04:18:00.000-07:002009-03-29T12:37:40.776-07:00

We spent some time this Halloween with Governor Sarah Palin and ret. Quarterback Steve Young and their flip cell phones!We had so much fun.  All of them attended our ward trunk or treat.  Gov. Palin was a little hesitant at first.Steve Young even attended our ward Harvest party earlier.  And they all stopped by our kids' schools.  What a Halloween treat!My husband and I also attended a couples

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-36962517887140139242008-10-27T13:30:00.000-07:002009-03-29T12:37:48.348-07:00

Well, it's time to make some sugar cookies. I'm going to try a new recipe from my cousin. You'll find it below. Then you'll find the recipe I usually make below that. It was our FHE Gayla Otto - Nov 22, 2007 View | Edit | Delete | ViewersCategories: CookiesTitle: Wil's Soft Sugar Cookie recipeDescription:This is our family recipe for cut-out cookies. We all (daughters-in-law, too) like

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-59518660735794061202008-10-20T15:20:00.000-07:002009-03-29T12:37:40.777-07:00

We were at Aunt Ginger's recently for Uncle Mel's funeral. It was a bittersweet occasion. His passing was such a shock, but as everyone looks back a few weeks, we see that it was his time. It doesn't make it any easier that he's gone however.Whenever we are there or even when they visit, Aunt Ginger makes her famous salsa and this was no exception.  I asked her for it because I've had a

Maija-Liisanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6945556065338661297.post-49807323603469476732008-10-16T08:39:00.000-07:002009-03-29T12:37:40.777-07:00

Tonight's Recipe Exchange theme is "Potatoes".  We are having it the day our kids return back to school from their 8 school day "Spud Harvest" vacation.  My husband's family lived in Scotland for 2 years and they called it "Taddy Holidays".  I certainly didn't need to ask anyone for any ideas of recipes using potatoes, but it was a great reason to finally ask for and make this Spudnut recipe we

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My Mother used to serve us coarsely crushed graham crackers topped with real whipped cream and canned pears.  My kids have been asking for it, so tonight I made it for dessert. The funny thing is the boys had just come home from the neighbors where they had been playing and our youngest exclaimed, "I'm  not hungry for dinner.  I just ate about 50 (fresh) pears!"  He still ate a little bit of

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We went to visit my husband's parents over "Spud Harvest".  His Mother made me a nice dinner including homemade potato salad.  I haven't had that since my Mother used to make it for us.  It was so yummy.  I know it is a labor of love and it so good.  Here are each of their yummy, homemade with much, love potato salad recipes.  My Mother-in-law's Potato Salad(coming soon)My Mother's "Reunion

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Twice this week we made  my Mother's Finnish recipe for  Old World Fresh Apple Butter Cake. Click on the title above and you'll find the recipe from a post I made last year.  This year one of our sons helped his Dad make this as a bundt cake for my birthday.  We visited the place I first had my birthday cake during harvest time and ate my birthday cake there.  Notice the white icing on it?  Well,

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Since I had some over ripe bananas and some left over canned pumpkin, I gave this recipe for Banana Bread a try. I doubled the recipe, using the 4 bananas I had and the left over pumpkin.   It made 24 muffins and 8 mini loaves.  I love the chocolate chips in it especially and was pleased with the blended taste of the banana and pumpkin.  I had never sprinkled sugar on before, but it was suggested

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It feels like autumn, so this morning we started off with Pumpkin pancakes.  I happened upon this sisters recipe blog and found the recipe. Our kids really liked them and want them on Halloween morning too.  I served them with applesauce and cinnamon sugar sprinkled on top.  Since I had to open a can of pumpkin and didn't use it all, my son is making Pumpkin cookies for FHE.  My son and his

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This caught my eye this morning. I just love "Magelby's" Buttermilk Pie and since I no longer live nearby where I can get it, I occasionally wonder if I can find a recipe like it or not. Well this morning an ad popped up and I found. . . one of Colonel Harland Sanders' favorite recipes. It's for Buttermilk Pie, a Kentucky specialty. And, of course, it goes great with fried chicken.Buttermilk

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It's so nice to have help with the Sunday meal by everyone in the family.  Today I had help with the Pork Roast and gravy by my hubby.  When I was eating it I suddenly realized it tasted so familar. It was!  He'd snuck onto our RS Blog to get the recipe used for Kahlua Pork. Dessert, fruit salad, veggies, and biscuits were made by our kids and I did the mashed potatoes.  Our guests set the table.

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My Maylasian friend sent me an authentic recipe.  I'm not sure if I will find everything or how it will turn out, but I'm going to give it a try today. Soon Heng Lim says, "One of the easier to make Malaysian recipes is Nasi Lemak, together with Roti Canai, the National dish of Malaysia." Nasi LemakIngredients:300g long grain rice2 shallots2 slices ginger1/8 tsp fenugreek seeds (halba)1 tsp

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I had a pound of hamburger thawing out in the refrigerator and with a green pepper from my neighbor's garden, and some food storage, I made a casserole dish my Mother often made us growing up.  She got it from Joyce, her neighbor during their Army days, and it's one I've always liked and that kids usually like as well.  Casserole of Rice and Beef1/2 cup dry rice2 cups tomatoes or tomato sauce3/4

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