basic crepes

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• in a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and the eggs. gradually add in the milk and water, stirring to combine. add the salt and butter; beat until smooth.
• heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. pour or scoop the batter the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each crepe. tilt the pan with a circular motion so that the batter coats the surface evenly.
• cook the crepe for about 2 minutes, until the bottom is light brown. loosen with a spatula, turn and cook the other side. serve hot.

Tangy Bbq Ribs

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 8 country style lamb ribs
• 1 cup honey
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 1 (18 ounce) bottle barbeque sauce

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs 45 mins

Ready Time: 2 hrs 55 mins


• preheat grill for medium-high heat.
• lightly oil grill grate. grill ribs for 12 minutes, turning once during cooking. transfer ribs to an 11x16 inch baking dish.
• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). in a large bowl, stir together the honey, ketchup, molasses, and barbecue sauce.
• bake ribs, uncovered, for 1 hour. remove from the oven, and drain fat. coat ribs with the honey sauce. continue baking for another 1 1/2 hours, or until ribs are tender.

Vasilopita

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 3/4 cups white sugar
• 5 eggs
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup blanched slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins


• preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, blend together the butter or margarine and the sugar. separate 3 of the eggs; add the yolks and the 2 remaining whole eggs to the butter mixture. stir in the vanilla and water.
• in another bowl, sift together the baking powder and flour. add these dry ingredients to the creamed mixture.
• whip 3 egg whites until they are foamy. add 1 tablespoon sugar. continue to whip the whites until they are stiff, but not dry. fold whipped whites into batter.
• pour the batter into a greased 10 x 4 inch tube pan. wrap a large coin in foil, and place the coin in the batter. press the coin down; it should be completely hidden. sprinkle the nuts and seeds on top of the batter.
• bake the cake for about 70 minutes, or until done. cool on a wire rack.

Dessert Crepes

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 4 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 1/3 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• in large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, flour sugar and salt until smooth.
• heat a medium-sized skillet or crepe pan over medium heat. grease pan with a small amount of butter or oil applied with a brush or paper towel. using a serving spoon or small ladle, spoon about 3 tablespoons crepe batter into hot pan, tilting the pan so that bottom surface is evenly coated. cook over medium heat, 1 to 2 minutes on a side, or until golden brown. serve immediately.

eggnog cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup shortening
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon flavored extract
• 3/4 cup milk

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins

Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour an 8x4 inch loaf pan. sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and ginger; set aside.
• in a large bowl, cream together sugar, butter, and shortening until light and fluffy. blend in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the extract. beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk, mixing just until incorporated. pour batter into prepared pan.
• bake in the preheated oven for 65 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

eggnog cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup shortening
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon flavored extract
• 3/4 cup milk

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins

Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour an 8x4 inch loaf pan. sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and ginger; set aside.
• in a large bowl, cream together sugar, butter, and shortening until light and fluffy. blend in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the extract. beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk, mixing just until incorporated. pour batter into prepared pan.
• bake in the preheated oven for 65 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Mock

Ingredients

• Servings: 11
• 4 cups carbonated water, chilled
• 4 cups
• 3 cups unsweetened white grape juice

Recipe

Ready Time: 8 hrs 2 mins


• chill club soda, and grape juice overnight.
• in a large pitcher combine club soda, and grape juice. serve immediately over ice.

Creamy Hot Cocoa

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1 pinch salt
• 1/3 cup boiling water
• 3 1/2 cups milk
• 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup half-and-half cream

Recipe

Preparation Time: 2 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 7 mins


• combine the cocoa, sugar and pinch of salt in a saucepan. blend in the boiling water. bring this mixture to an easy boil while you stir. simmer and stir for about 2 minutes. watch that it doesn't scorch. stir in 3 1/2 cups of milk and heat until very hot, but do not boil! remove from heat and add vanilla. divide between 4 mugs. add the cream to the mugs of cocoa to cool it to drinking temperature.

Pasticiotti

Ingredients

• Servings: 20
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup margarine
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 6 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 4 egg yolks, divided
• 1 quart milk, room temperature
• 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar for dusting

Recipe

Preparation Time: 45 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins


• in a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, salt and 1 cup of sugar. cut in margarine by pinching between your fingers, or using a pastry blender, until the mixture has lumps no larger than small peas. make a well in the center, and pour in the eggs, 1/2 cup milk and 2 teaspoons vanilla. stir until the mixture comes together, then knead for about 5 turns on a lightly floured surface.
• roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. grease two 12 cup muffin tins or tart pans. cut out 20 circles using a 3 inch cookie cutter or drinking glass. line the muffin cups with the dough. set aside the remaining dough to cut out tops for the cups.
• in the top of a double boiler, or in a metal bowl set atop a saucepan of simmering water, whisk together the cornstarch and 3/4 cup sugar. gradually whisk in 3 of the egg yolks, and 1quart milk. heat, stirring constantly, until thick and bubbling. remove from the heat, and stir in the butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla until the butter is melted.
• preheat the oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). fill the pastry shells half way with the vanilla cream. roll out remaining dough, and cut into circles for lids. place over the top of the pastry shells, and seal the edges by pressing with the tines of a fork. whisk the remaining egg yolk with a fork, and brush the tops of the pastry cups.
• bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown. let cool in the tins before carefully loosening the edges to remove. dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.

Dessert Crepes

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 4 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 1/3 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• in large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, flour sugar and salt until smooth.
• heat a medium-sized skillet or crepe pan over medium heat. grease pan with a small amount of butter or oil applied with a brush or paper towel. using a serving spoon or small ladle, spoon about 3 tablespoons crepe batter into hot pan, tilting the pan so that bottom surface is evenly coated. cook over medium heat, 1 to 2 minutes on a side, or until golden brown. serve immediately.

basic crepes

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• in a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and the eggs. gradually add in the milk and water, stirring to combine. add the salt and butter; beat until smooth.
• heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. pour or scoop the batter the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each crepe. tilt the pan with a circular motion so that the batter coats the surface evenly.
• cook the crepe for about 2 minutes, until the bottom is light brown. loosen with a spatula, turn and cook the other side. serve hot.

Mock

Ingredients

• Servings: 11
• 4 cups carbonated water, chilled
• 4 cups
• 3 cups unsweetened grape juice

Recipe

Ready Time: 8 hrs 2 mins


• chill club soda, and grape juice overnight.
• in a large pitcher combine club soda, and grape juice. serve immediately over ice.

milk flitcher pie

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shell
• 2 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup dark molasses
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• preheat the oven to 400 degrees f (200 degrees c).
• combine the flour and sugar in the pie shell, and mix together using your fingers. pour in milk, and again, mix with your fingers to avoid damaging the crust. dribble in the molasses, and dot with butter. sprinkle cinnamon over the top.
• bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, then turn the oven down to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c), and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the filling is set, and the top is browned.

Vasilopita

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 3/4 cups sugar
• 5 eggs
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup blanched slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins


• preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, blend together the butter or margarine and the sugar. separate 3 of the eggs; add the yolks and the 2 remaining whole eggs to the butter mixture. stir in the vanilla and water.
• in another bowl, sift together the baking powder and flour. add these dry ingredients to the creamed mixture.
• whip 3 egg whites until they are foamy. add 1 tablespoon sugar. continue to whip the whites until they are stiff, but not dry. fold whipped whites into batter.
• pour the batter into a greased 10 x 4 inch tube pan. wrap a large coin in foil, and place the coin in the batter. press the coin down; it should be completely hidden. sprinkle the nuts and seeds on top of the batter.
• bake the cake for about 70 minutes, or until done. cool on a wire rack.

kathy's peanut butterfinger® oatmeal cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 38
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/4 cups extra crunchy peanut butter
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 18 fun size bars chocolate-covered crispy peanut butter candy (such as butterfinger®), crushed

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• process flour, oats, baking soda, and salt in a food processor until blended.
• beat peanut butter, brown sugar, sugar, shortening, and unsalted butter together in a bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. beat in eggs, one at a time, until well-blended. add vanilla.
• stir flour mixture into peanut butter mixture; add crushed peanut butter candy and stir until just combined. drop 1-inch spoonfuls of the dough, 2 inches apart, baking sheets.
• bake cookies in the preheated oven until light brown, about 15 minutes.

Mock

Ingredients

• Servings: 11
• 4 cups carbonated water, chilled
• 4 cups
• 3 cups unsweetened grape juice

Recipe

Ready Time: 8 hrs 2 mins


• chill club soda, and grape juice overnight.
• in a large pitcher combine club soda, and grape juice. serve immediately over ice.

Creamy Hot Cocoa

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 pinch salt
• 1/3 cup boiling water
• 3 1/2 cups milk
• 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup half-and-half cream

Recipe

Preparation Time: 2 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 7 mins


• combine the cocoa, sugar and pinch of salt in a saucepan. blend in the boiling water. bring this mixture to an easy boil while you stir. simmer and stir for about 2 minutes. watch that it doesn't scorch. stir in 3 1/2 cups of milk and heat until very hot, but do not boil! remove from heat and add vanilla. divide between 4 mugs. add the cream to the mugs of cocoa to cool it to drinking temperature.

Best Lemonade Ever

Ingredients

• Servings: 20
• 1 3/4 cups sugar
• 8 cups water
• 1 1/2 cups lemon juice

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 4 hrs 35 mins


• in a small saucepan, combine sugar and 1 cup water. bring to boil and stir to dissolve sugar. allow to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until chilled.
• remove seeds from lemon juice, but leave pulp. in pitcher, stir together chilled syrup, lemon juice and remaining 7 cups water.

basic crepes

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• in a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and the eggs. gradually add in the milk and water, stirring to combine. add the salt and butter; beat until smooth.
• heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. pour or scoop the batter the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each crepe. tilt the pan with a circular motion so that the batter coats the surface evenly.
• cook the crepe for about 2 minutes, until the bottom is light brown. loosen with a spatula, turn and cook the other side. serve hot.

eggnog cake

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup shortening
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon flavored extract
• 3/4 cup milk

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins

Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). grease and flour an 8x4 inch loaf pan. sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and ginger; set aside.
• in a large bowl, cream together sugar, butter, and shortening until light and fluffy. blend in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the extract. beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk, mixing just until incorporated. pour batter into prepared pan.
• bake in the preheated oven for 65 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

favorite apple galette

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• pastry:
• 1 1/8 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, cut into pieces
• 2 tablespoons ice water, or as needed
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• filling:
• 1/4 cup brown sugar, or more to taste
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 5 apples - peeled, cored, and sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
• 1 tablespoon coarse sugar crystals (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins


• whisk 1 1/8 cups flour, sugar, and salt together in a bowl. press 1/2 cup butter pieces into flour mixture with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• make a well in the center of the flour mixture. pour water and vanilla into well; quickly work water and vanilla into flour to create a loose dough, adding more water if the dough is crumbly. you should be able to squeeze it in your hand and have it stay together but be a bit crumbly. shape dough into a flat disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
• stir brown sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, and cinnamon together in a bowl. add apples and toss to coat. let sit for flavors to blend, about 10 minutes.
• preheat oven to 450 degrees f (230 degrees c).
• roll dough out into a large, rough circle on a baking stone or baking sheet. pour apple mixture into the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch uncovered border, and dot apples with 1 tablespoon butter.
• fold edges of dough up over the apples, leaving an opening in the center. dot dough with remaining 1 tablespoon butter and sprinkle coarse sugar over the dough.
• bake in the preheated oven until the crust is crisp and golden and apples are tender and caramelized, 40 to 45 minutes.

Dessert Crepes

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 4 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 1/3 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• in large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, flour sugar and salt until smooth.
• heat a medium-sized skillet or crepe pan over medium heat. grease pan with a small amount of butter or oil applied with a brush or paper towel. using a serving spoon or small ladle, spoon about 3 tablespoons crepe batter into hot pan, tilting the pan so that bottom surface is evenly coated. cook over medium heat, 1 to 2 minutes on a side, or until golden brown. serve immediately.

Vasilopita

Ingredients

• Servings: 1
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 3/4 cups sugar
• 5 eggs
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup blanched slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins


• preheat oven to 325 degrees f (165 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, blend together the butter or margarine and the sugar. separate 3 of the eggs; add the yolks and the 2 remaining whole eggs to the butter mixture. stir in the vanilla and water.
• in another bowl, sift together the baking powder and flour. add these dry ingredients to the creamed mixture.
• whip 3 egg whites until they are foamy. add 1 tablespoon sugar. continue to whip the whites until they are stiff, but not dry. fold whipped whites into batter.
• pour the batter into a greased 10 x 4 inch tube pan. wrap a large coin in foil, and place the coin in the batter. press the coin down; it should be completely hidden. sprinkle the nuts and seeds on top of the batter.
• bake the cake for about 70 minutes, or until done. cool on a wire rack.

watermelon piccalilli

Ingredients

• Servings: 16
• 4 cups 1/4-inch chunks watermelon rind
• 1 cup 1/4-inch chunks onion
• 1/4 cup salt
• 2 cups apple vinegar
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• canning jars with lids and rings

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• stir watermelon rind, onion, and salt together in a large bowl; refrigerate until liquid has been released from the rind, about 24 hours.
• combine vinegar, sugar, ginger, garlic, cinnamon, mustard, turmeric, chipotle pepper, and cloves in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. decrease heat to low and simmer until sugar is dissolved, about 10 minutes. add watermelon rind mixture and simmer for 30 minutes more.
• sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. pack piccalilli into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. run a knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air . wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. top with lids and screw on rings.
• place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. leave a 2-inch space between the jars. pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 15 minutes.
• remove the jars from the stockpot and place a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). store in a cool, dark area.

beth's spicy oatmeal raisin cookies

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup butter flavored shortening
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup raisins

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 12 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
• in a large bowl, cream together the butter, butter flavored shortening, brown sugar, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt; stir into the sugar mixture. stir in the oats and raisins. drop by rounded teaspoonfuls ungreased cookie sheets.
• bake 10 to 12 minutes until light and golden. do not overbake. let them cool for 2 minutes before removing from cookie sheets to cool completely. store in airtight container. make sure you get some, because they don't last long!