This cake was popular during the depression, and does not have eggs in it. Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups white sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 3/4 cup vegetable oil 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups cold water Directions Sift flour,…
This is a family favorite that we make year-round. Ingredients 1 (7 pound) boneless ham 2 cups brown sugar 3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard, or as needed 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple rings in juice, drained and juice reserved 1 cup honey Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Score ham by…
Chocolate cream cheese cupcakes, rich and gooey. Serve these little gems with a tall glass of ice cold milk. Ingredients 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 egg 1/3 cup white sugar 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup white sugar 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa…
Use a slow cooker to make these great sandwiches using just a pork loin and your favorite BBQ sauce. Easy. Ingredients 1 (2 1/2 pound) boneless pork loin roast water as needed 1 (18 ounce) bottle barbeque sauce (such as Dinosaur(R)) 8 large sandwich buns, split Directions Place pork in a slow cooker and add…
Both simple and amazing, this is a family favorite! Ingredients 3/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 3 pounds chicken breast tenderloins 6 eggs 1 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs 9 tablespoons canola oil, divided 3/4 cup Buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank’s(R)), or to taste 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Directions Sprinkle…
This is a delicious Apple Cheesecake that I usually make in the fall. Ingredients 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans 3 tablespoons white sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 4…
Beef ribs with a homemade BBQ sauce in a slow cooker (or on top of stove, if you have the time). Very, very good made on High for 4 hours…better on Low for 8. Serve over hot cooked rice. Ingredients 1 cup water 1 cup ketchup 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste 3/4 cup brown…
Every year when it’s time to go back to school I get inundated with requests from students to post recipes that are super-easy, cost pennies, and require a bare minimum of kitchen equipment. This delicious orecchiette pasta recipe only has a handful of ingredients, is very cheap to make, and most importantly: only uses one…
This recipe becomes a favorite as soon as it is tasted. It was once referred to as ‘sinfully rich and velvety smooth’. Best if made a day before serving. Ingredients 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs 1/4 cup butter, softened 2 tablespoons white sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 1…
A delicious keto-friendly chicken Parmesan. Enjoy a classic Italian dish, and keep your macros in check! Ingredients 1 (8 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast 1 egg 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream 1 1/2 ounces pork rinds, crushed 1 ounce grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)…
This is an adapted family recipe. It is a lot of work, but worth the effort. If you do not have a slow cooker, you can bake the ribs for 2 to 3 hours, covered, in the oven. Ingredients 6 pounds pork baby back ribs 1 pinch black pepper 1 pinch salt 1 pinch crushed…
A thin pumpkin cake, rolled around in a white cream filling, then in nuts. Can be frozen and served chilled. Dust with confectioners’ sugar, if desired. Ingredients 3 eggs 1 cup white sugar 2/3 cup canned pumpkin 1 teaspoon lemon juice 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon…
This is an unusual but fantastic combination. Everyone that tastes it raves! Ingredients 3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 6 uncooked lasagna noodles 1 cube chicken bouillon 1/4 cup hot water 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce Directions Bring a large pot of…
Salmon is delightful with Dijon mustard, garlic, onion, and a bit of tarragon. I created this dish for the low-carb diet I was on. Enjoy!! Ingredients 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets 1/3 cup Dijon mustard 4 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon dried tarragon salt and pepper to taste…
Dessert is individual molten chocolate cakes. They’re simple and elegant, and they bake in under 10 minutes in a standard muffin pan. The best part about these little beauties is that the cake batter is extremely forgiving: You can make it up to six hours before you plan to serve the cakes. Fill the pans…