Archive for the 'Western Food' Category

Spicy Salmon

Sunday, September 30th, 2007

I got this from WalMart. Don’t know if you have noticed the recipe racks near the grocery section. Lot’s of recipe cards. This one looked really good but haven’t bought any salmon to try it lately. So I’m documenting the recipe here so I don’t lose it. Hope you all will try it and enjoy.

Spice paste ingredients:
1tbsp salt
2 tsp black peppercorns
2 tsp sweet paprika or pimenton
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1/2 tsp cumin seeds
2 tbsp canola oil

Salmon:
4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
2 tbsp canola oil
Juice of 1 lemon

Barbecue Went Great!

Sunday, September 2nd, 2007

We had a great time yesterday. The house was roaring with loads of great conversation and of course, good food. We had hamburgers, hot dogs, Amish potato salad, Amish macaroni salad, steak, baby back ribs, huge chicken thighs too.

Everything was yummy. I especially liked the new barbecue sauce we bought, never tried it before but was good. John Boy & Billy’s Grilling sauce. Anyhow, got too caught up with good company and forgot to take pictures. Carin, we forgot to dig into your absolutely mouth watering Black Forest cake. I haven’t opened it yet oh, girl, you’re spoiling my diet!

Jell-O No Bake Desserts

Monday, August 13th, 2007

For a quick and easy dessert, I suggest trying one of the Jell-O No Bake Desserts. Click here to check out the different flavors available. I’ve tried the Oreo and Strawberry Cheesecake. So yummy! Only takes about 15-20 minutes to make and all the ingredients are provided in the package. 

Menu Planning Is Smart

Spiced Apple Raisin Loaf

Friday, August 10th, 2007

I made this one yesterday and it turned out really moist and super tasty.   I might even upload a picture of it too.   So, here’s the recipe peeps! 

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INGREDIENTS

  • 2 2/3 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 eggs, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 4 cups coarsely chopped apples
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 teaspoons sugar mixed with 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Crab Dip

Wednesday, August 8th, 2007

I fell in love the first time I had this after donating blood at the blood bank…I know, it’s an unlikely place but oh this is so easy and tasty. Be prepared – your guests will demand for the recipe!

 1/2 Cup minced onions

2  stalks celery, minced

8 oz Imitation crab (hand shredded)

1 Cup real mayonnaise (BESTFOODS)

6 oz Shredded cheddar cheese (medium or sharp, adjust amount to your preference)

Wheat thins or Club crackers