Crispy Apricot Pork ChopsMakes 4 servings.1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for baking sheet 2 slices multigrain sandwich bread 4 bone in pork loin chops (about 8 ounces each, 3/4    to 1 inch thick), patted dry Coarse salt and ground pepper 4 te

Spaghetti Chop SueySource: iThe Settlement Cook Book/i2 pounds spaghetti 3 tablespoons fat (I use olive oil)4 medium onions, sliced 1/2 clove garlic (I use much more!) 1/4 pound beef, chopped 1/4 pound fresh pork, chopped 1 (1 pound, 13 ounce) can tomat

Southern Hamburger Pie1 medium onion, chopped 1 pound ground chuck Salt and pepper to taste1 small can corn or green beans, drained (optional) 1 (9 inch) frozen pie shell 5 slices Velveeta cheese, about 4 to 5 ounces1 can flaky biscuitsBegin thawing pie cru

Creamy Basil Salad DressingThis is a traditional San Francisco recipe. The fresh basil is a regional favorite.1/4 cup fresh basil leaves,1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup chopped parsley3 scallions with tops, chopped3 tablespoons vinegar1/8 teaspoon

Cranberry SconesThese are my favorites, I usually sprinkle the tops with a bit of sugar before I bake them off.Yield: 8 scones2/3 cups buttermilk or plain yogurt, your choice1 large egg3 cups flour4 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt

Speedy Beef Taco Soup1 pound ground beef or turkey1 onion, chopped1 can Ro Tel tomatoes with chiles1 can corn, drained1 can pinto beans1 can  water1 envelope taco seasoning mix1 envelope Hidden Valley Ranch DressingBrown the meat and drain. Mix bee

Hawaiian Turkey Skillet Meal1 cup onion, cut into 1 inch cubes 1/2 cup each green and red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch cubes 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 2 cups cooked turkey, cut into 3/4 inch cubes 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can pineapple chunks in juice, drained and juice re

Margarita Chicken1/2 cup frozen nonalcoholic margarita mix, thawed3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice 1 clove garlic crushed (or more)3 pounds broiler or fryer chicken , cut up or 1 1/2 pounds    skinless boneless chicken breast halvesCoarse sa