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Cheater BBQ Review

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As most of you already know, I don't just cook but I read and write book reviews. Sometimes I get really lucky and have the opportunity to review a cookbook. One of my latest reviews is for Cheater BBQ. This book is great! View my full review by going to A Book and A Dish

Stir, Laugh, Repeat Review

A very very delightful cookbook that is compact, concise, easy handle, and containing such a variety of recipes that are simple and very appealing. They are easy enough for young people and new cooks to follow, yet they are not so simple that experienced cooks would not be interested in following them. I do not have time to spend on complicated recipes that take a lot of time to prepare, and this cookbook solves that problem. Also, I do not have to look beyond my own kitchen for most of th...

Crock Pot Steak Strips with Dumplins

This is another dish for those of you who wanted meals for 2. And of course, you can double the recipe to feed more. This dish is made up of beef strips, cream of mushroom soup, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers and topped with light and fluffy dumplings. To view the full recipe go to Martha's Kitchen Korner

Whipping Creams

I've been asked this question several times so I thought I would share the answer with everyone.

Question - What is the difference in - heavy whipping cream, whipped cream, whipped topping?

Answer -
Heavy whipping cream is cream with a fat content of 36-40%. When whipped with an electric mixer, it can be used as a dessert topping or folded into desserts for flavor and lightness.

Whipped cream is the product you get from beating heavy whipping cream. If you desire a sweeter product, add 1 t...

Coconut Pecan Delight

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This recipe was sent to me by my friend Lillian. She found the recipe in a small local paper called The Suncoast News back in 1981. She knows how much I love coconut and she hit it perfect with this one. And with the holidays coming up, it's the perfect cake that not only tastes good but it's quick and simple to make.

You can view the full recipe by going to Martha's Recipes And while there. Check the change suggestions to make this cake fit any holiday.

Stuffed Zucchini

I've noticed that when you pick up a cookbook you will find more dessert and meat recipes than you will ever use but very few veggie recipes. So, I'll will try to do help correct that by posting more veggie dishes. The one below is really good, even if you don't like squash.

2 med Zucchini (about 1 lb)
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
3/4 cup shredded cheese
1/8 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Slice zucchini in half lengthwise. Scoop out center and dice t...

Broccoli & Bacon Quiche

I've had several people ask that I post some recipes that feed one or two. The Broccoli & Bacon Quiche that I've posted on Martha's Kitchen Korner is a great one . Now of course, if you double the recipe you can easily make 4 individual quiches or use a full size pie pan. This quiche is different due to it not having a crust. If you want yours with a crust, simply add the ingredients listed in order and increase the cooking time to 30-35 minutes. I've found that mine comes out better if ...

Herbed Bread

I love a good slice of toasted French bread with my spaghetti, bbq, actually just about anything. The recipe I've just posted on Martha's Kitchen Korner makes one of the best I've ever made. It's made with Parmesan cheese, garlic and chives with a touch of Dijon mustard. Give this one a try the next time you find yourself in need of a good toast, give this one a try.

To view the full recipe click on Martha's Kitchen Korner in the right sidebar.

Ingredient Reductions

This chart is in response for those who have asked how do I decrease a recipe. The numbers in each list corresponds with each other. Example - If the recipe calls for 1 cup (#1 in Original Amount) go to #1 in the Half of Recipe column. If you want to make 1/3 of the recipe go to #1 under One-Third of Recipe to convert 1 cup. Hope this helps.

Original Amount

1. 1 cup
2. 3/4 cup
3. 2/3 cup
4. 1/2 cup
5. 1/3 cup
6. 1/4 cup
7. 1 Tablespoon
8. 1 teaspoon
9. 1/2 teaspoon
10. 1/4 teaspoon

Half of R...

Lentil and Ham Soup

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This is a simple soup that has a touch of heat. You can change this by using Polish sausage instead of ham. Add carrots and/or celery to veggie mix. Add chopped potatoes to beans about 20 minutes into their cooking time.

To view the full recipe click on Martha's Recipes in the right sidebar.