A convenient way to use leftover pancake batter. Occasionally I make extra batter for these. This is one of the best scones you will ever eat—the center is never doughy. 1 cup vegetable oil for frying 4 to 6 English muffins, cut in half 2 [...]
Today at the store I stocked up on charcoal briquettes—two big bags worth. This summer I will have ton of delicious food and many wonderful memories outdoors. I spent some time thinking of my favorite dishes. Since I have been losing weight, it is so [...]
As a young outdoor lover I can to remember anything better the biscuits, pancakes and sourdough my dad would make. I remember as a ten-year-old going camping with our family. My dad would get up and fire up the fire to burn down the hot coal [...]
These wonderful potatoes will be a hit at any party. I love to make a big batch and then have them for the week. 8 slices bacon, diced 2 medium onions, diced 8 medium potatoes, sliced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 cups Cheddar [...]
This weekend I had guests in from Texas. The first thing they asked me was, “How can we cook in the Dutch oven you sent us?” I used the delicious Pistol Rock Chicken recipe that I shared with you last week to start out. Their [...]
I just got back from Boston, where the trees and flowers are just waking up. I know that New England is known for its fall spectacular, but I am going to say spring sure comes in a close second. With all the trees waking up [...]
I have a guests from Texas coming to stay with me this week. Their first request was could we cook in Dutch ovens? About year ago I gave them a Dutch over and since they are in tornado and hurricane country it could be a [...]
With warm weather knocking at our door, it's time to dust off the Dutch ovens and get out and enjoy a wonderful outdoor meal. Here are two recipes that have always bring rave reviews. Sloppy Joe Biscuit Bake is one that is a meal in [...]
This is my signature recipe. I have demonstrated it on television many times. 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted 1 (16-ounce) can pineapple slices, drained 1 (8-ounce) jar maraschino cherries 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 (18.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix, prepared according to package directions [...]
2 pounds lean ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 1 (11.5-ounce) can condensed tomato soup 2 (10-ounce) cans mild or hot enchilada sauce 1 cup water 9 (8-inch) flour or corn tortillas 1-1/2 to 2 cups (8 ounces) Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded Cooking [...]
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