Serves 6. Bring 5 cups water to a boil. Add Dry Mushroom. Let soak an hour. While you let the mushrooms soak, slice the celery into 1/4 inch pieces. In a small pot, boil 1 cup water. Add the peeled garlic cloves and chopped celery and boil until tender, around 15 minutes. Pour

# Chill the ginger beer for at least an hour in the fridge # Pour a measure of lime juice and a measure of blackcurrant cordial into tumblers # Stir and add 2-3 ice cubes # Top up the tumblers with chilled ginger beer and stir again # Add an orange slice to the rim of the tum

In a 3 1/2-quart electric slow cooker, combine the pork, beans, hot water, tomatoes with their liquid, tomato paste, juice from pineapple chunks, chilies, onion, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder; mix well. Cover and cook on the low heat setting 8 1/2 to 9 hours until the pork and beans are

Bring large pot of salted water to a boil on high heat. Add 2 tablespoons Crisco Oil and spaghetti. Boil according to package directions until al dente. Drain. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon Crisco Oil in small skillet on medium heat. Add sesame seeds. Saut� 2 minutes, or until br

Beat together with electric mixer. If too thick, add a little milk. NOTE: Use 1/2 recipe to frost 13 x 9 inch cake. Cream cheeses and margarine should be at room temperature.

Preheat grill for high heat. In a medium bowl, mix the beef, diced green chilies, and bouillon. Shape into 4 patties. Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill patties 5 minutes per side, or until well done. Top each patty with cheese about 2 minutes prior to removing from grill.

Mix the topping ingredients together as best as you can and let it sit while you do the dough. Then in another bowl, mix the other stuff, until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes. You can do it by hand, or with a mixer and dough hook. Let the dough sit for 10 minues, then pres

If you use dried beans, start by cooking them. Cook the rice and oat together. Peel the tomatoes, and stew them. Put all the ingredients in an ovenproof bowl, topping it with the soy cheese. Grill it in the oven until the cheese is starting to bubble.For a tasteless alternative, nuke it for

Heat Oil in a large heavy skillet. Add the garlic and saute until light golden. Remove the garlic and reserve. Prick the sausages in several places and then sear them in the hot oil. Remove and set aside, covered. Brown chicken well on all sides in the same skillet. Remove a

Ready made puff pastry is the secret to preparing these appetizers fast. They look fussy, but actually bake only minutes to prepare. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Roll pastry on lightly floured surface to 13x13 inch square. Cut into shapes with cookie cutters (simple sha

Make cake: Blend rum, pudding mix, cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil in a large bowl of electric mixer. Beat 4 minutes at medium speed. Stir in coconut. Pour into 2 greased and floured 9 inch cake pans. Bake 25 to 30 minutes at 350 degrees F, until cake test done. Coo

* Use 2 squares that have been melted and cooled. Mix the almond paste, chocolate and almonds thoroughly. Knead on a surface sprinkled with 1 to 2 Tbls of powdered sugar until of a uniform color and consistency. Shape into a roll, about 6 inches long; roll in powdered sugar.

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NOTE: Use "Cajun Barbeque Butter" to make "Cajun Barbeque Shrimp." See recipe in this cookbook. Whip butter until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and blend completely. Put into a storage container and chill until needed. Recipe By : T

*3 Medium, pared and cored. **About 1 2/3 cups Combine sugar, cinnamon and salt in an 8 by 8 by 2 inch baking dish. Add orange juice, sliced apples and cranberry sauce. Mix lightly but thoroughly. Bake in a 425 F. oven 15 minutes. Make a well in the Mix. Add milk and stir with a

1. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time beating well after each addition. Stir in bananas. 2. Add dry ingredients and mix well. Pour into bread pan, bake at 350F for 30 35 minutes. Source: The warped and twisted mind of Linda Fields Typed for you

This stock is one of the keys to achieving the "restaurant curry". 1. Mix the spices with water to make a paste the consistency of catsup. Let it stand. 2. Heat 5 to 6 tablespoons of oil in a 6 8 pint sauepan. Stir fry the garlic puree for 30 seconds, then add the

Combine 1/4 cup of the water, 1 tablespoon of the sugar and yeast. Stir to dissolve yeast and let stand until bubbly, about 5 minutes. Fit processor with steel blade. Measure flour, butter, remaining sugar and salt into work bowl. Process until mixed, about 15 seconds. Turn on p

Heat water in large pot. Cut hen into serving pieces. Season with 2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Brown in hot oil. Remove chicken and set aside. Add flour to drippings. Scrape bottom of skillet to loosen drippings. Make a medium brown roux. Add onions and ce

Grease a 13 x 9 inch casserole. Cook broccoli until fork tender and drain. Layer the diced ham, the broccoli and then the Cheddar cheese. Sauce: Beat together eggs, milk and slowly add Bisquick until smooth (it will be slightly thick). Pour evenly over ham, broccoli and chee

Brown the ground beef, onion, and garlic. Drain excess fat. Stir in remaining ingredients. Mix well. Cover and simmer 30 minutes. From the label on Mexene brand Chili Powder Posted by Bud Cloyd     strongServings:4/strong  

Brown the venison (or other wild game) with some butter. Venison tends to be somewhat dry, so add butter as needed. Drain well. Add to 6 8 quart slow cooker. (A large pot on the stove will work, but overnight cooking is preferred). Add other ingredients, mixing well. Add only en

Prepare pasta according to package directions. Two minutes before pasta is done, add broccoli florets to water. Cook two minutes; drain pasta and broccoli in colander. In a large skillet, warm the margarine over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots and celery and saute three

Combine all ingredients, except chopped fruit and raisins in blender; blend at medium speed for 45 seconds. Add fruit and rains. Chill in freezer for 30 minutes. DEEANNE at 14:52 EDT     strongServings:1/strong  

Soak skewers in cold water and refridgerate for one hour. Cut Steak into 24 3"long x 1" wide inch strips, each weighing about 1/2 ounce. Skewer each piece on a six inch skewer. Refridgerate until needed. Prepare the marinade: In a small bowl, combine all

Heat oil in a medium sized skillet & saute vegetables & garlic till limp. In a large bowl, crumble or mash tofu. Add sauteed vegetables, yeast & salt. Pre heat oven to 350F. Spread tofu mixture evenly into a 9 1/2" or 10" quiche pan. Bake for 30 to

Combine first five ingredients in a mixing bowl. Add egg, oil, and buttermilk and stir until just blended. Stir in cheeses and herbs until just blended, and pour into greased bread pan (8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 inches). Bake 45 minutes at 350 F. Cool in pan 5 minutes, then turn

1 c chopped dates 1/2 c raisins 1/2 c Dried Cranberries *Note 1 c water 1/4 c Lowfat Margarine **Note 1/4 ts salt 2 Egg Beaters=AE 99% Egg : Substitute ***Note 1 ts vanilla extract 1 c all purpose flour 1 ts baking soda *NOTE: Sally

Spicy Cream Cheese Slices16 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, grated 1 envelope Hidden Valley Ranch Salad Dressing Mix (dry) 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles 4 scallions, chopped 1/3 cup (or less) mayonnaise 4 ounces black olives, chopped

Banana Flips1 (18.25 ounce) box yellow cake mix1 small box instant banana pudding mix4 eggs1 1/2 cups milk1 1/2 cups granulated sugar1/4 cup all purpose flour3/4 cup butter3/4 cup shortening3/4 cup milk1 1/2 teaspoons banana extractPreheat oven

Eggnog Muffins2 cups all purpose flour1/2 cup granulated sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup eggnog1/4 cup water1/3 cup butter, melted1 egg, beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon nutmegPreheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Bran Banana Pancakes3/4 cup oat bran1/4 cup whole wheat flour1/2 cup all purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1 very ripe banana, sliced1 egg1 cup milk1 tablespoon maple syrup1 tablespoon vegetable oil (optional)In a mediu

The Ultimate Taco Seasoning Mix6 tablespoons minced onion3 tablespoons chili powder2 tablespoons cumin1 tablespoon garlic salt1/2 tablespoon oregano1/2 tablespoon cornstarchUsing a mini food processor (a blender would probably work, too), chop the minced onions until sm

Pudding Fudge1 small box regular (not instant) chocolate pudding1 cup granulated sugar1/2 cup brown sugar1/2 cup evaporated milk1 tablespoon butter or margarine1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnutsDissolve sugar and pudding in milk. Cook, stirring constantly, over

Chicken with Pineapple Salsa6 broiler fryer chicken breasts,    halved, skinned and boned3/4 cup fresh pineapple, diced1/2 cup green onion, sliced2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles, drained2 teaspoons ginger root, minced3/8

Double Cheese Hashbrowns1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of onion soup, undiluted 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed Cheddar cheese soup, undiluted 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter, melted 1 (30 ounce) bag frozen, shredded hashbrowns, thawed 2 cups shredded Velveeta cheese 1

Dead Man`s ChiliYield: 6 to 8 servings.1/4 cup chopped green and/or red bell pepper 1 pound lean beef, coarsely chopped3 cups stewed chopped tomatoes 1 1/2 cups tomato paste 4 tablespoons chili powder 6 whole jalapeno peppers 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne flakes

Chocolate Dipped Brownies3/4 cup granulated sugar1/3 cup butter or margarine2 tablespoons water4 cups (24 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips, divided1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 eggs3/4 cup all purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda2 tabl

Cowboy Has pound ground beef 3 1/2 cups canned tomatoes 1 cup chopped green pepper 1/2 cup chopped onions 1/2 cup uncooked rice 1/4 teaspoon basil 1/2 teaspoon saltDash of pepperCheese slicesBrown ground beef; add remaining ingredients, except che

Tamarind Reef Hotel Raspberry Pound CakeSource: Recipe courtesy of Tamarind Reef Hotel Innkeepers: Dick & Marcy Pelton, St. Croix, Virgin Islands, USA 00820 Pamela Lanier`s B&B Guide1 ounce white rum 1 ounce Bailey`s 1 ounce strawberries 1 1/2 ounces raspberry liqueur