May
9
Ruby’s Peach Cobbler
A simple “made from scratch” Cobbler recipe….old school… Continue reading
May
4
Susie’s Cranberry-Pineapple Gelatin Salad
July
14
Glady’s Cheesy Potatoes
A family favorite from my favorite Aunt. She says she got the idea for Cheesy Potatoes from reading the ingredients for Mac and Cheese on the 8oz box of macaroni, substituted Baking potatoes and Processed Cheese (the original of course!) Continue reading
March
11
Porcupine Meatballs
I don’t think anyone has ever eaten porcupine meat, but the appearance of these porcupine-shaped meatballs is from a mixture of rice and ground beef. Simmered in a rich tomato sauce, these are a throwback to those simple one-dish comfort meals. Can be a main dish, or made into smaller bite sizes for appetizers. Continue reading
July
31
Streusel Coffee Cake
Everyone in our family loves Streusel Coffee Cake or “Kuchen” made for several generations by our mothers and grandmothers.
My sister LInda brought this version to our last family reunion and got great reviews…We are a tough crowd to impress… Success… One cousin asked for the recipe immediately to bake for her Aunt’s birthday a few days later….
This recipes makes the streusel first and chills in refrigerator while preparing the Cool Rise Sweet Dough.
The Cake is made ahead and baked the following day.
December
24
Betty’s Veggie Bars
December
9
Betty’s Banana Nut Bread
My sister Betty is great at finding fail-proof recipes, that usually travel well. Since Texas is a BIG state, her creations have traveled all over the state to relatives and friends houses for holidays, birthdays, and family reunions.
She’s baked this Banana Bread recipe for years, and gives all credit to a little cookbook published back in the early 60’s by the Mt Olive Lutheran Ladies Aid in Houston, Texas. I don’t know it that officially makes it a “Retro” Recipe, but it’s a keeper.