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| Cozynana |
Posted - Nov 03 2013 : 04:57:08 AM
Since I have a chronic illness it is better for me to plan ahead and get my food prepared early. What are your favorite dishes that get rave reviews? Part of the family likes tradtional food and the other does not like turkey! so I guess I am saying anything goes here. Looking for dishes I can can prepare early and some to do that day. One thing I make is chocolate mousse, It is nothing more than a box of chocolate and vanilla pudding prepared like box says. Let it set up and add a tub of cool whip. Stir well and refrigerate. Crazy as this is, it is the most requested dessert by my family. I think it is light, wonderful texture and is yummy. Can add a dollup of cool whip on each serving. |
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| lovecatsandsunshine |
Posted - Nov 21 2013 : 2:10:31 PM
My MIL cooks. Nothing fancy. I asked if she could make mashed sweet potatoes as I can't eat the white kind anymore. I'm making an organic pumpkin pie with walnut crust.I used to bring a cranberry/pineapple/walnut dish. But canned cranberry sauce has corn syrup and I'm so allergic to anything corn based. I no longer eat gluten, corn, soy, bean(pinto, red ect) peanuts and non organic dairy. I am going to take almond milk to MIL so she can use it in the sweet potatoes. Or else she'll use cow's milk-yuk
I have auto-immune disorder so I am careful what I eat.
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| adnama |
Posted - Nov 21 2013 : 08:04:33 AM
I love the old green bean casserole, I know, I know, but we only make it for Thanksgiving and always refer to it as making a vat. No matter how many, I always make another vat the next day. The day after Turkey day all I really want is mashed pototoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, green bean stuff, dressing and all of this is put on Lefsa, Rolled and eaten as a roll up. Must be a nordic thing. |
| FebruaryViolet |
Posted - Nov 13 2013 : 06:00:10 AM
Hey girls!! I had 2 seconds over my lunch to hop on and see how everyone was doing and I quick thought I would put in my 2 cents about food....because, that's about all I know!!!
The pie front is going really well! Working on getting my legal stuff in order in Ohio so I can sell there, too. We're a border state and there's so many more winter markets there. I'm busy, busy, busy for Thanksgiving, and that's a great thing!
Hope you are all well and taking care in this sudden burst of cold weather. I'm looking forward to the holidays and trying not to freak out.
Lisa, make the green beans. You won't be sorry!
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
| nubidane |
Posted - Nov 12 2013 : 5:46:27 PM
Jonni!
Hey girl, the green beans are making me drool.
Bacon, green beans vinegar.... My kind of recipe!!!!!
"We must reject the idea that every time a law’s broken, society is guilty rather than the lawbreaker. It is time to restore the American precept that each individual is accountable for his actions.” – R.R. |
| Cozynana |
Posted - Nov 12 2013 : 5:39:36 PM
This is fun reading all these recipes. I forgot one thing I will make for my hubby. His aunt used to make canned peaches and pear halves filled with a mixture of equal amounts of cream cheese and miracle whip. Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese on next. Then added a marchino cherry on top. Sounds crazy I know, but they are good and can be made ahead. |
| Ninibini |
Posted - Nov 12 2013 : 2:29:58 PM
Yay! Jonni! Where ya been, girlfriend? I've missed you, too! Hope this means you're the Queen Piemaker! Thanks for the recipe!!!
Diane! My neighbor used to make that when I was a kid! I never knew how to make it! Thank you!!!
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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| Calicogirl |
Posted - Nov 12 2013 : 2:22:12 PM
Nini,
You are welcome!!! I hope you like them.
Jonni,
It's good to see you!!!  Hope all is well on the pie front :)
Farmgirl Sister #5392
By His Grace, For His Glory
~Sharon
http://amerryheartjournal.blogspot.com/
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| FebruaryViolet |
Posted - Nov 12 2013 : 1:56:37 PM
Also don't forget that you can do a bone in or boneless turkey breast in the crockpot. There are herb rubs galore that you can use, and just let it go 7-8 hours on low. Fix it and forget it.
The green beans I make are also a "do ahead" but only 24 hours advance. Green beans, 1 lb. bacon, done crisp and crumbed. 1/4 cup drippings, 1/3 cup brown sugar and 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar. Blend drippings, sugar and vinegar. In bowl, add layer of green beans, layer of sweet onions chopped, layer of green beans, layer of onions, etc...until you run out of both. Put crumbled bacon on top and pour dripping mixture over. Let sit in fridge for at LEAST 12 hours. Bake in 400 degree oven until bubbling and bacon crisps.
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
| FebruaryViolet |
Posted - Nov 12 2013 : 1:52:56 PM
Cozynana, don't forget that you can make up regular mashed potatoes way ahead of time and freeze them. Especially if you have a ton of potatoes. Our Thanksgiving is never without a scalloped dish of potatoes and mashed "for the guys" :) Make them as you would if you were getting ready to serve them and then just put them into freezer bags or containers. Thaw and reheat and blam! You're done!
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
| Chatty Wren |
Posted - Nov 12 2013 : 1:26:42 PM
The easiest dessert I've ever made came from my MIL. It's icebox cake. Get a box of chocolate wafers (thin, round, chocolate cookies in small yellow box)and layer them with dollops of sweetened whipped cream, stiffly whipped. Form the layers into a long log(or two side by side). Frost the log with more whipped cream and freeze. The fun part is when you take it out of freezer, you slice it on the diagonal and you have a light dessert thats looks neat. Kids love it!
Blessings~Diane 
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| Ninibini |
Posted - Nov 12 2013 : 08:12:15 AM
Ooooo! Sharon! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! You ROCK!!! My foster daughter is going to LOVE your sweet potato casserole, especially! And I can't wait to try the stuffing and rolls! Mmm-mmm-good!!! :) Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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| Calicogirl |
Posted - Nov 12 2013 : 06:04:45 AM
I'm glad that I am not alone :)
Nini and Lisa you girls are sweet and I happen to think you have great recipes!!
Here are the recipe I mentioned above:
Sour Cherry and Toasted Pecan Stuffing
6 Tbsp. unsalted butter
2 onions, diced 1/4
8 celery stalks, diced 1/4
or thinly sliced
1 teaspoon crushed sage
3 cups chicken stock
1 loaf stale bread
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped
1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
1 cup dried sour cherries
1) Melt butter in a large skillet. Add onions and celery and cook over medium heat until onions are translucent. About 10 minutes. Add sage, stir to combine and cook 3-4 minutes. Add 1/2-cup stock and stir well. Cook for about 5 minutes until liquid has reduced by half.
2) Transfer onion mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add all remaining ingredients, including the remaining stock. Mix to combine.
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Sweet Potato Casserole with Praline Topping
3 cups (about 3 large) sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed
1 cup granulated sugar
¼ cup butter or margarine, softened
Salt to taste
½ cup evaporated milk
Topping Ingredients:
¾ cup light brown sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup pecan halves
Combine mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, butter, salt and evaporated milk, mixing until creamy. Turn mixture into a buttered 1-½ quart casserole.
For topping: Combine brown sugar, flour, butter and pecans. Crumble mixture by hand and spread over casserole. Bake in 350-degree oven for 45 minutes. Yield: 8-10 servings.
*If made ahead of time, I suggest making the topping and NOT sprinkling on top of the sweet potato mixture until ready to bake.
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Honey Pan Rolls
For dough:
1 cup warm milk (70 to 80 degrees F)
1 egg
1 egg yolk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3 1/2 cups bread flour
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
For glaze:
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 tablespoon honey
1 egg white
1) Place the first 8 ingredients in a bread machine in the order recommended by the machine's manufacturer. Select dough setting and start. Check dough after 5 minutes to make sure it is mixing properly - may need to add 1 or 2 tablespoons of water or a little flour.
2) When the dough cycle is complete, turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and cover. Let rest for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, grease two 9 inch square baking pans.
Divide dough to 24 pieces. Shape each piece into a ball. Put 12 balls into each of the greased pans.
Cover and let rise in a warm, draft-free place until doubled - about 30 minutes.
3) Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
4) Prepare glaze: combine sugar, butter, honey and egg white. Mix well. Drizzle over dough when it finishes rising. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown on top.
**If you are not using a bread machine, you will want to add the yeast to the warm milk until frothy and doubled in size. Add this and egg, egg yolk, vegetable oil, and honey in a large bowl and mix well. Add flour and salt after 1st cup of flour, add ½ cup at a time until sticky but firm. (I needed to add a little bit more flour than the recipe called for). Mix well and knead dough.
Place in greased bowl and cover w/a towel until dough has doubled in size. At this point you will punch down dough and turn onto a lightly floured surface. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes. Continue with step 2.
Farmgirl Sister #5392
By His Grace, For His Glory
~Sharon
http://amerryheartjournal.blogspot.com/
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| Ninibini |
Posted - Nov 11 2013 : 4:10:28 PM
Yep - I'm no fan of green bean casserole, either, but it's my sister-in-law's specialty, so I don't say anything. ;) I've even made it for her when she hasn't had time to do it, just to keep the tradition going. I just tell myself it's like that 100 year old fruitcake that keeps showing up at the holidays. Although, I must say, I am one of the weird ones who loves fruitcake! LOL!
Sharon - Please DO share your recipes - you have the best recipes on the planet! I bet every meal at your home is a special treat! YOU should write a cookbook! :)
Oleta - I took down that recipe - sounds super good! Thank you for sharing! Just a quick question: Do you make the jello WITH the cranberry sauce and water, or do you just make the jello with the water and then ADD the cranberry sauce? I am definitely going to try it! Only, I usually make my own cranberry sauce... but I bet it'd still work! :)
Kem - Don't think of buying premade as "cheating" - think of it as delegating cooking responsibilities! ;) If it works, it works. Sounds yummy to me! :)
Happy holiday planning, girls!
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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| Cozynana |
Posted - Nov 10 2013 : 06:22:02 AM
Oleta, I have a cranberry jello salad that is very similar. My DIL loves it. That is going to be on my list. We have such a variety of allergies and picky eaters it is a challenge. I do know we eat healthier because of of these issues. That said, making pies, mousse, and trifle,for those without issues. Family will be here three days and probably 13 people for all meals. That is a lot of food . I think it looks big because I am not up to par. I think I will cheat and get some BBQ beef ordered for sandwiches and make/freeze party potatoes and ham in advance. Also getting someone to work along side of me to clean the house, too big. Will feel good to get it done. And the funny thing is......with a blink of an eye it will be over and Christmas will be right around the corner. Whoo let Christmas music begin, love it! |
| vintage saver |
Posted - Nov 08 2013 : 5:26:39 PM
I've tried the7-layer salad and we love it every time I make it. I don't make enough salads anymore for regular meals. For two or three, there's just too much left over, but potato and macaroni salad keeps for a while. I'm the only one that likes cranberry salad, but I make it the lazy way now. Start with a can of whole berry sauce. make up any red jello with half the water, let cool, add chopped celery, drained and cut up mandarin oranges and chopped nuts. Mix all together and put in fridge. |
| nubidane |
Posted - Nov 06 2013 : 3:09:01 PM
Us too Sharon
My mom CURSES green bean casserole. and at 83, it gets more colourful each year. We know better than to even mention it.
Your recipe looks delish (as usual)
"We must reject the idea that every time a law’s broken, society is guilty rather than the lawbreaker. It is time to restore the American precept that each individual is accountable for his actions.” – R.R. |
| Calicogirl |
Posted - Nov 06 2013 : 2:20:49 PM
Our favorite dished for Thanksgiving are:
~Sour Cherry and Toasted Pecan Dressing
~Sweet Potato Casserole with Praline Topping
~Honey Pan Rolls
~Green Bean and Wild Mushroom Casserole. (we are probably some of the rare few that DO NOT like Green Bean Casserole.) We did find this recipe and it is delicious:http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/green-bean-and-wild-mushroom-casserole-recipe/index.html
All of these I have made beforehand and just re-heat in the oven.(with the exception of the rolls)
If you would like any recipes Kem, please let me know and I will post them :)
Farmgirl Sister #5392
By His Grace, For His Glory
~Sharon
http://amerryheartjournal.blogspot.com/
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| Cozynana |
Posted - Nov 05 2013 : 09:11:12 AM
Nini, there is not a bad thing in those, no wonder they are so good. I will have to try those.
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| Ninibini |
Posted - Nov 05 2013 : 07:00:12 AM
Kem - Yesterday, I forgot to give you this recipe, too. I make these biscuits in double batches then freeze them to be reheated later as needed... They're so, so good. EVERYONE asks for them!
Cheesy Drop Biscuits
2 c. all-purpose flour
1 ½ tsp. baking powder
½ tsp. salt
1 c. butter, melted
1 c. sour cream
1 c. shredded cheddar cheese
1 c. toasted chopped pecans
Oven to 350° .
In large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients. Mix well. Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls onto a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pan. Makes 2 dozen. Can be frozen and reheated for later use!
Glad we've all been able to give you some ideas! Enjoy!
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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| Cozynana |
Posted - Nov 05 2013 : 06:52:49 AM
Wow, I should be able to feed the family well with these recipes. I thi k I would like,to try all of these. Have had something to the Layered lettuce salad. Thanks for sharing. I have a ton of potatoes, going to try the twice baked potatoes. |
| Alanna Neupert |
Posted - Nov 04 2013 : 6:22:03 PM
Nini, all of these recipes sound so good tonite,,,, i'm going to try your cranberry salad, it's sounds really good... |
| Ninibini |
Posted - Nov 04 2013 : 04:11:09 AM
Mmmm! Cindy! Thank you for sharing your recipe! We're going to have to try that, too! :)
Annie! I never thought to make the twiced baked potatoes ahead of time and freeze them! AWESOME! I can't wait to try!
Kem - I'm pretty I've posted these recipes before, but they are ones you can make ahead of time. :)
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Miss Denise’s Cranberry Salad
1 lb. cranberries
1 c. sugar
2 lbs. red grapes, washed and halved.
1 c. celery
1 c. thinly sliced apples
Dash of salt
1 can pineapple chunks or tidbits
5 c. water
4 small boxes of jello (cranberry, strawberry or cran-raspberry flavor - or any
combination thereof)
1 c. chopped nuts (optional)
Grind 1 lb. cranberries. Mix with 1 c. sugar and set aside.
In a separate bowl, combine red grapes, celery and apples. Add a dash of salt. Mix well and set aside.
Drain pineapple chunks or tidbits. Set aside.
Boil 5 cups water. Mix with 4 small boxes of jello and dissolve.
When jello is cooled, mix in all the other ingredients and allow to set.
If desired, add chopped nuts on top.
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Thanksgiving Apple Salad
¼ c. sugar
1/3 c. flour
1 c. cream
20 oz. can crushed pineapple, drained
½ stick butter
3 large apples, diced
1 c. chopped nuts
½ c. halved maraschino cherries
Stir together sugar and flour. Whisk in cream. Pour the cream mixture into a non-aluminum sauce pan. Continue mixing. Add the pineapple. Cook over medium heat, whisking until the mixture thickens. Add the butter. Remove from heat and cool. Add apples, nuts and cherries. Mix well. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Grandma Birdie’s Zucchini Casserole
Casserole:
3 c. diced zucchini
2 c. shredded carrots
1 med. onion, chopped
1 sm. jar pimientos
1 can cream of chicken or cream of celery soup
½ c. sour cream
½ package Pepperidge Farm Herb Seasoned Stuffing Mix
Topping:
1 c. Pepperidge Farm Herb Seasoned Stuffing Mix
½ c. melted butter or margarine
Oven to 350 degrees.
Boil zucchini in water until tender, drain well. In large bowl, lightly mix together all ingredients for casserole and turn into a casserole dish. Bake for 30 - 45 minutes til bubbly.
Melt butter in pan and lightly saute remaining 1 c. stuffing mix. Sprinkle over top of casserole and return to oven, baking until topping is brown and crunchy.
(Kem - this casserole is one that tastes even better the second day. You can also make it ahead of time, freeze it and then bake the day you are planning to serve it.)
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G. G.’s Seven Layer Salad (It's just not a holiday in our home without it!)
In a large bowl, layer:
1 head lettuce, torn into bite sized pieces
1 head broccoli, chopped
1 head cauliflower, chopped,
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 lb. bacon, fried crisp, drained well, cooled and finely crumbled
8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese
1 package frozen peas (regular or baby peas)
In a separate bowl mix together:
1 cup. Mayonnaise
1 T. sugar
1/8 tsp. coarse pepper
Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly on top, making sure you spread to the edges of the bowl, “sealing” the salad. If you need to make a little extra dressing to accomplish this, by all means, do! #61514;
Cover salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate over night. Mix everything together very well before serving.
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Hope these help!
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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| AnnieinIdaho |
Posted - Nov 03 2013 : 8:28:01 PM
Hi...I make Twice Baked Potatoes more for Christmas dinner and make extras of them. It does require a bit of time, but once they are made they can be wrapped and frozen, and ready to add to any dinner, but come in handy already made ahead of time during the busy Christmas time. :-)Annie
"The turnings of life seldom show a sign-post; or rather, though the sign is always there, it is usually placed some distance back, like the notices that give warning of a bad hill or a level railway-crossing." Edith Wharton, 1913 from 'The Custom of the Country'. |
| Cozynana |
Posted - Nov 03 2013 : 3:13:12 PM
Cindy the beans look good I will have to try them. Thanks for posting.
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| CindyG |
Posted - Nov 03 2013 : 3:09:32 PM
I found this online and it is pretty darn close to what our family does, excpet we probably DOUBLE the bacon :)
This looks like about a single serving for my brother!
PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH GREEN BEANS
3 strips bacon
1 sm. onion, sliced
2 tsp. cornstarch
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. dry mustard
1 can cut green beans
1 tbsp. brown sugar
1 tbsp. vinegar
1 hard boiled egg, sliced
Fry bacon; crumble. Drain off all but 1 tablespoon drippings. Add onion and brown lightly. Stir in cornstarch, salt and mustard. Drain beans, reserving 1/2 cup liquid. Stir liquid into skillet. Cook stirring until mixture boils. Blend in brown sugar and vinegar. Add green beans. Garnish with egg and bacon.
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