Recipes by Mawmaw
Watermelon Rind Preserves
During watermelon season, my Mom would take the rind and cook preserves for us and serve it up with fresh homemade bread. Ingredients 1 1/2 quarts prepared watermelon rind 4 tbsp salt 2 quarts cold water 1 thinly sliced lemon 1 tbsp ground ginger 4 cups sugar 1/4 cup lemon ...
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Natchitoches Meat Pies
Although Natchitoches, LA is not in Cajun Country, they do have a recipe worth mentioning in âNouveau Cajun.â Natchitoches, Louisiana, is known for their âFestival of Lightsâ, being the location for the filming of Steel Magnolias, and famous meat pies. Their meat pies have been popular there since before the ...
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Classic Carrot and Raisin Salad
This salad is a popular dish at holiday gatherings and Sunday dinner. Ingredients 2 cups raisins 3 large carrots, grated 2 cans crushed pineapple, drained juice reserved 1 tbsp lemon juice 1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing Directions Step 1 Soak raisins in pineapple juice for 20 minutes. I like ...
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Apple Crisp
Ingredients 6 cups peeled, cored, sliced apples or pears (2 to 3 lbs) 1/2 tsp cinnamon or more to taste 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp sugar 5 tbsp butter plus more for greasing pan 3/4 cup oats 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans Directions Step 1 Preheat the oven to 375 ...
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Hershey Pie
...Ingredients 6 Hershey Bars with Almonds 1 large Cool Whip 1 (10 inch) pie crust Directions Step 1 Bake pie crust following directions. Let cool. Step 2 Melt Hershey bars in microwave or double boiler. Let cool to lukewarm. Step 3 Add to large container of cool whip and refrigerate ...
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Stuffed Turkey Bell Peppers
My husband and I love turkey meat. Our supermarket has ground turkey at such bargain prices I decided to make my stuffed bell peppers with it and then ended up using products in our pantry to complete the ingredients. This is an original recipe and is simply delightful. Ingredients 1 ...
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Stuffed Pork Hog Maw (Stomach/Shodin/Chaudin)
Hog maw or shodin is a pigâs stomach commonly stuffed with a sausage mixture, simmered until done, then baked until brown. Itâs usually available only by special order and should be stored in the refrigerator for no more than 2 days. Before using, the stomach should be cleaned of all ...
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Chicken Maque Choux
Maque Choux is a Cajun dish made with corn, cream, bell peppers and tomatoes. It makes a good accompaniment to ham and chicken and is even good for breakfast served with bacon. In this recipe it is used to âsmotherâ sautĂ©ed chicken. Ingredients 1/3 cup canola oil 1 chicken cut ...
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Cajun Stewed Tomatoes
Several types of recipes use Cajun Stewed Tomatoes as one of their ingredients. I use the Rotel Brand tomatoes a majority of the time, which adds wonderful flavor to the majority of the Cajun dishes I prepare. But if you have time, this adds a really nice homemade touch and ...
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Coconut-Pecan Filling and Frosting
German chocolate cakes have always been popular for weddings and, in particular, the groomâs cake. The groomâs cake is typically chocolate with coconut-pecan filling and frosting. Ingredients 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 1/2 sticks margarine or butter (12 Tbsp) 4 egg yolks, slightly beaten ...
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Cinnamon Bread Pudding for Diabetics
With the increase of diabetes (which unfortunately runs rampant in the Cajun culture), this recipe provides you a diabetic-friendly version of the dish you grew up loving. Ingredients 2 cups skim milk 4 tbsp margarine, cut into pieces 1 egg 2 egg whites 2/3 cup Equal Spoonful or Splenda Sweetner ...
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Monkey Bread (Original Version)
Refrigerated biscuits with cinnamon and sugar baked in a tube pan. My grandchildren and my children love this easy to make, delicious treat. Ingredients Bread: 3 (12 oz) cans refrigerated biscuits (brand name isn't important) 1 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp cinnamon 1 cup chopped pecans Topping Sauce: 1 stick ...
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Swiss Steak (Round Steak)
Beef round steak is one of the more popular beef cuts that many people enjoy especially the Cajuns. Inexpensive cuts of meat can be made tender with the use of a meat marinade or pounding. Ziploc bags work great for marinating meats. They donât take as much space in the ...
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Stage Planks or Rock ‘n Roll Pie
This cookie has several names: Stage Planks, Rock ân Roll Pies, Ginger Cakes or Ginny Cakes. No matter what they are called, they taste wonderful. Ingredients 1 cup molasses 1 cup buttermilk or sour milk 1 tbsp ground ginger 1/2 cup solid shortening 3 cups sifted flour 1 tsp baking ...
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Homemade Authentic Salsa
A wonderful authentic recipe. The Salsa tastes just like it does in a really good Mexican restaurant! Ingredients 10 large tomatoes 1/2 bunch fresh Cilantro 2 fresh Jalapenos 1/2 bunch fresh Green Onions, chopped 1 tsp garlic powder (you can add more to taste) 1 tsp salt Directions Step 1 ...
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