Mawmaw Ruby's Recipe Box
Perfect Pecan Pie
Pecans are classified by the color of their skin – Light, Light Amber, Dark and Dark Amber. Work magic with pecans by baking the Perfect Pecan Pie. Pecan Pie for a Cajun is as classic a dish as Crawfish. Always a popular item for holiday baking. Ingredients3/4 cup pecan halves ...
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Judy’s Apple Cake
All cakes considered with a choice of three type frostings this is a delicious and really quick cake. Ingredients1 box Yellow Cake Mix 1 (21 oz) can apple pie filling 3 eggs 1 cup water 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp nutmeg (optional)Crumb Topping: Ā½ cup flourĀ½ teaspoon cinnamonĀ½ cup brown ...
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Cajun Sweet Dough Tarts
This is a perfect dough for tarts. This dough doesn’t have to be refrigerated for handling and can be prepared right away. I prefer filling them with figs, blackberries, or sweet potatoes ( can fill them with whatever you like). This recipe can be cut in half – See half ...
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Cajun Cake
A Cajun pineapple cake topped with coconut pecan icing A cake born on the bayou.Ā Ā This cake reminds me of a blonde German chocolate cake. Ingredients1 box Pineapple or Duncan Hines Yellow Cake Mix 3 eggs 1/4 cup oil 1 (15 oz) can crushed pineapple, juice and all Topping for ...
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Sock-it-to-me Cake
Back in the 70’s this cake was one of the most popular cakes being baked. This is a moist melt in your mouth cake that has an amazing aroma that fills the house when it’s baking. Ingredients1 box butter cake mix 1/2 cup sugar 3/4 cup Crisco Oil 1/2 cup ...
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Della’s Pecan Pralines III
I gave this recipe to my friend 30 years ago and she still makes these today. These are just wonderful for holiday eating or filling candy tins. Ingredients1 cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar (1/2 dark, 1/2 light) Dash of salt 1/2 cup evaporated milk 2 tbsp light Karo Syrup ...
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Divinity Candy
A rich wonderful tasting candy; really popular around fall and the Christmas holiday. Great for gifts. Ingredients3 egg whites 3 cups sugar 2/3 cup Karo syrup clear 1/2 cup water 1 cup pecans, chopped 1 tsp cream of tartar 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp saltDirectionsStep 1Combine sugar, salt, Karo syrup, ...
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Tater Tot Delight
A quick, easy and satisfying dish sure to satisfy even the most hungry of children. The tater tots can be placed and baked on top of the casserole or directly in the casserole. For variety crawfish or shrimp could be added to the dish. Ingredients1 package frozen tater tots / ...
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Shrimp Dip
A popular favorite for Homecoming Teas and Party functions. Ingredients2 packages (3 oz) size cream cheese 3 tbsp chili sauce 1 can shrimp drained 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1/2 tsp onion juice 1/4 tsp Worcestershire sauce dash of Tabasco sauce lemon juice to suit taste (about 1 tablespoon)DirectionsStep 1Combine the softened ...
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French Party Loaf
Giving a party? Try this French loaf sensation. Ingredients1 French Bread Round or Sour Dough Round 1 1/2 cup sour cream 2 cups cheddar cheese 1 (8 oz ) cream cheese size 1/2 cup green onion chopped 1/2 cup ham chopped fine or cooked chicken 1/3 cup green chilies chopped ...
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Meat and Cabbage Casserole (Oven Baked)
Another great “If you like cabbage” recipe.This casserole is an entire meal in one with rice, meat and vegetables.. It also reheats well if you want to make it a day ahead to bring to a gathering. For a great taste variation, add one pound crawfish or shrimp or two ...
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Grandma Julie’s Crab Quiche
This quiche dish is a great delight and so easy to prepare. Makes you feel like a French Chef. Ingredients2 pie crusts 3 green onion, chopped 1 cup broccoli 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 cup half and half 3 cups crab meat 8 oz grated Swiss Cheese 4 eggs, beaten salt ...
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Broccoli Casserole
You gotta love this broccoli dish, even if you don’t like the green vegetable. Thanks D Dill for this one. Ingredients1 1/2 lbs broccoli, cut up 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tbsp pimento, chopped 1 1/2 tsp lemon juice 1/3 cup cheese cracker crumbled 1/4 ...
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Pudding Filling for Sweet Dough Tarts or Pies
This can be used for pudding pies or basis tart filing. Ingredients1 cup sugar 3 tbsp cornstarch 1/4 tsp salt 1 tbsp butter 2 cups milk 1 tsp vanilla 1 egg yolk beatenDirectionsStep 1Mix the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Combine the milk, vanilla and egg yolk. Combine the two in ...
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