From North Carolina and Old Salem Cookery, 1955. These are simple directions on how to make old-fashioned candied apples.  This recipe has been tested. Wash and peel tart apples and cut into quarters.  Place in a shallow baking pan and … Continue reading →

A cold front is coming through today, and what better way to warm up than with this Russian tea. 4 cups water, plus 8 additional cups 4 tea bags (plain tea, like Lipton) 1.5 cups sugar 2.5 cups pineapple juice … Continue reading →

 8 to 10 potatoes 1 lb. Velveeta cheese 1 sm. jar pimento 1 tsp parsley flakes 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 1/2 c. chopped pepper 3 slices white bread 1 stick butter, melted Paprika   Boil potatoes in skins until … Continue reading →

We’ve tried this recipe: and we can confirm that  these are great on a summer afternoon! 1 1/4 c. sugar 1 tablespoon butter 1 egg, beaten Ground peanuts (not salted) 1/2 c. vinegar (and some water 1-2 tablespoons) 5 bananas … Continue reading →

Eva makes this hot potato dish for us sometimes when we have potlucks.  It’s a big hit every time! 8-10 Red potatoes – peeled and quartered. A dash of garlic Salt A dash of pepper 1/2 cup finely chopped onion … Continue reading →

PRETZEL SALAD  – This layered salad is the perfect dish to take to a picnic or event. NOTE: Sometimes I do the preparation out of order, I start my Jello first so it can begin gelling, then the crust so … Continue reading →

Blueberries are in season now – and what better way to use them! CAKE: 1 package (18-1/4 ounces) yellow cake mix 3 eggs 1 cup orange juice 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1-1/2 cups fresh blueberries 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel … Continue reading →

This recipe turns out a fine batch of cookies. The blend of spices is very good. The flour is usually just about the right amount but of course, the texture of the dough will depend on the temperature. 3/4 cup … Continue reading →

Vickie makes this for many occasions – it’s quick, easy, and very good! 1 lb Neese’s hot sausage 1 1/2 lb hamburger 1 regular pack velveeta cheese 1 jar of salsa Cook the hamburger and the sausage.  Drain the grease, … Continue reading →

Lasagna Rolls                                  Serves: 6   Ingredients for Bechamel Sauce: 2-Tbsp unsalted butter 4 Tsp all purpose flour 1 1/4 Cup of whole milk 1/4 tsp Salt 1/8 tsp ground pepper Pinch of ground nutmeg Lasagna: 1(15 oz) Container of whole … Continue reading →