Recipes by Suzanne LeMaire
Suzanne’s Pecan Fingers (Sandies)
An old family recipe from Fayetteville NC that was graciously shared. This is a memory maker cookie – excellent for Christmas gift giving and sharing with friends and family. A great party snack. Ingredients 1 stick butter (8 tablespoons) 2 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup pecans ...
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Brisket Smoked á la Oven
Although it appears that this dish is time consuming, it hardly needs any attention once it starts to bake. The flavor of this dish makes it worth the effort. Ingredients liquid smoke red and or black pepper salt to taste paprika to taste garlic salt to taste celery salt to ...
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Lemon Blueberry Biscuits
This is a traditional biscuit recipe that has been modified for contemporary tastes. These have a light, sweet taste and are perfect for breakfast. Ingredients 2 cups flour 1/3 cup sugar 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 8 ounces lemon yogurt 1 egg slightly beaten ...
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Party Chocolate Cookie
This is a neat recipe for a huge chocolate chip cookie, great for birthday parties. Use ready made frosting to write a message on top after baking. Ingredients 1/2 cup cooking oil 1/2 cup margarine 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla 2 eggs, beaten 2 1/4 ...
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Strawberry Sherbet
A cool and sweet treat perfect for summer days. My children and guests love it when I serve this at our summer parties. Ingredients 2 (14 oz) cans condensed milk 2 quarts milk 2 packages frozen strawberries 8 strawberry sodas Directions Step 1 If strawberries are whole or halves, cut ...
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Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream
This recipe is for a one gallon ice cream maker. Note: There is no cooking with this recipe so be aware that there are raw eggs in this dish. Ingredients 2 -3 cups sugar 2 cups milk 1 (14 oz) can Pet milk, chilled 4 eggs, beaten 1/2 tsp vanilla ...
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Shortcut Pralines VII
One of the fastest ways to make classic pralines! Ingredients 4 cups pecans 4 cups sugar 1 (14 oz) can condensed milk 3/4 cup of water 1/2 stick butter Directions Step 1 Combine in a medium nonstick pan, the sugar, condensed milk and water. Cook until the mixture begins to ...
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Hot Spinach Dip
Easy dip for parties or snacks. Ingredients 1 package spinach, chopped 1 cup mayonnaise 1 cup parmesan cheese 2 tbsp jalapeños, seeded and chopped fine 1 jar artichokes (small) or small can choice of dip crackers Directions Step 1 Defrost spinach if necessary and squeeze out excess water. Mix ingredients ...
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Large Spinach Salad
Ingredients 1 head lettuce, broken 1 bunch raw spinach 3/4 pound fried bacon, broken in crumbs 8 eggs, hard boiled 1 package frozen English peas 1 package Hidden Valley Ranch 1 cup sour cream 1 cup mayonnaise Directions Step 1 Boil the eggs. (See our site on how to boil ...
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Basic Classic Cornbread
This is a basic cornbread that old Cajuns used to eat with cracklins and milk. Ingredients 1 cup flour 1 cup yellow corn meal 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup sugar 4 tsp baking powder 2 eggs 1/3 cup oil 1 cup milk 1/2 can cream corn (optional) Directions Step 1 ...
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Dips for Vegetables or Fruits
Here are 4 easy and quick recipes for vegetables or fruits. Let’s party. Ingredients 1 package Cream Cheese 1 can crushed pineapple 1 cup mayonnaise 1 package ranch dressing dip 1 package cream cheese marshmallow cream 1 cup chocolate sauce Directions Step 1 Combine ingredients as listed for each individual ...
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Hot Crab Dip (For Crackers and Tart Shells)
Use this dip for any party or family gathering. Ingredients 8 oz cream cheese 1 stick butter 1 lbs crabmeat 1 small onion chopped fine Tabasco, garlic powder and red pepper to taste Directions Step 1 Combine cream cheese and butter and melt in the top of of a double ...
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Hot Crawfish Dip for Tart Shells or Crackers
Great dip for parties, weddings or family gatherings. Ingredients 8 lbs crawfish tails, peeled and chopped 1 can cream of mushroom 1 stick butter 1 medium onion, chopped fine 2 stalks celery, chopped fine 1 tbsp flour 1/4 cup cold water 1/2 tsp garlic Directions Step 1 Sauté vegetables in ...
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Hen Sauce Piquant
A classic Sunday dish. Ingredients 3 - 4 pound hen oil for browning 2 large onions 4 medium garlic cloves, chopped fine 1 large bell pepper, chopped 2 - 3 bay leaves 1 can tomato paste 1 tsp sugar 1 large can of mushroom and juice 1 small jar of ...
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