Omelet in a Bag
Do you love to cook omelets or do a lot of camping? If so, this recipe is for you! Omelets cooked in zip lock plastic bag… It really works and is simple to prepare when family and friends get together for breakfast. Ingredients 2 large eggs per person Any variety ...
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Blue Ribbon Dessert – Four Layer Delight – Mississippi Mud Pie or Bayou Goo
This recipe has an interesting story behind it. MawMaw first ate this dessert at a get-together to celebrate the visit of the author’s brother-in-law on leave from Iraq. It was the hit of the evening. The author tells us that her best friend won a blue ribbon for this dessert. ...
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Crawfish Stew
Crawfish or Crayfish are well known here in South Louisiana and their popularity have grown throughout the world. They are a Cajun favorite for dishes such as this one. Ingredients 2 pounds crawfish tails, uncooked 1/2 cup flour 1/4 cup cooking oil 2 cups water 3 large onions 1 bell ...
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Peanut Butter Pralines
Pralines with a twist – Special K cereal. Ingredients 1 cup sugar 1 cup Karo syrup 1 tsp vanilla 1 pint crunchy peanut butter 4 cups Special K Cereal Directions Step 1 In a medium pot, mix the sugar and Karo syrup. Cook until the sugar is melted. Step 2 ...
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Seafood Casserole
Louisiana is known as a hunter’s paradise for a reason. Most Cajun children know how to catch shrimp by throwing a cast net while standing ankle deep in Rockefeller Refuge waters or the waters of Rutherford Beach. Because of its unique location, Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge near Cameron, Louisiana is one ...
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Mom’s Tuna Casserole
A great, quick casserole that’s very tasty. Also great for storing and reheating in the microwave (if there is any left). Ingredients 2 cups macaroni 2 (6 oz) cans cream of celery soup 2 (11 oz) cans tuna 1 tsp curry powder 2 tsp minced onion 1/2 cup or more ...
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Coconut Chess Cake
Chess pie has a simple filling of eggs, sugar, butter and a small amount of flour. Some recipes include cornmeal and others are made with vinegar. Brown or white sugar may be used, and buttermilk is a common ingredient. Flavorings, such as vanilla or lemon juice, may also be added ...
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Coconut Chews
Another fantastic dessert for the coconut lovers out there. Ingredients 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed 1/4 cup shortening 1 egg yolk 1/2 tsp vanilla 1 cup all purpose flour, sifted 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp baking powder 1 whole egg 1 egg white 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup ...
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Okra Supreme
Okra is popular in the south, but many people aren’t sure how they feel about it. The author of this recipe stated that it tasted so good that many non-believers were convinced. Ingredients 1/2 pound okra cut into 1/2 inch rounds 1 small onion, chopped 1 medium tomato, chopped 2 ...
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Graham Cracker Brownies
Brownies are a great dessert for any family gathering or even when you want to treat yourself. This brownie recipe is as simple and delicious as they come. Ingredients 2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup chocolate chips 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1 can sweetened condensed milk Directions Step 1 ...
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Simple Chocolate Cake Icing
Chocolate is everyone’s favorite. This icing can also be use to frost cupcakes. Ingredients 1 square chocolate, unsweetened 6 tbsp water, boiling 1/3 tsp vanilla extract 1 3/4 cup confectioners’ powdered sugar Directions Step 1 Melt chocolate in top of double boiler. Add boiling water and stir until smooth. Optionally, ...
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Cooking (Steaming) or Boiling Rice
Rice seems to be the dreaded first dish a young bride has to learn how to cook. Of course now most brides have an electric rice cooker, which takes the guesswork out of cooking rice. Sometimes though the power goes out and you want rice!! No electricity, but there is ...
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Black-eyed Peas and Cajun Sausage
When Mom’s says “Eat your beans”, you are glad she cooked your favorite. According to a study of nearly ten thousand Americans, a diet containing at least 300 micrograms of the B vitamin folate (found in beans) reduces the risk of stroke and heart disease. Ingredients 1 lbs dried black-eyed ...
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Mashed Potato Casserole
From Bert: Some of your families might enjoy this recipe. Ingredients 1 package (22 oz) package frozen mashed potatoes 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 package (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 small onion, chopped 1 jar (2 oz) jar diced pimiento, ...
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