Hot Cocoa (Coco)
Memaw use to make this for us but would always say “now remember this is for 1 cup ONLY”. Ingredients 1 tsp Hershey's Cocoa powder 2 tsp sugar 2 tsp hot milk 1 cup milk - do not boil dash of vanilla extract Directions Step 1 In a large mug ...
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German Chocolate Filling
Perfect for cakes and sweet dough tarts! Being from a large family, we loved when Momma made her German chocolate cake. The kids would fight to lick the spoon. Ingredients 1 cup sugar 1 block butter 3 egg yolks 1 1/4 cup evaporated milk 1 tsp vanilla ( I only ...
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Whiskey Cookies
In Memory of Marylin DeMarcy Morvant This cookie is know by several names – Christmas Lizzies Fruitcake Cookies, Candied Fruit and Bourbon Cookies, Christmas Fruit Cookies, and Fruitcake Drops. This recipe offered a special memory for Maw-Maw who first tasted this cookie 50 plus years ago while working for a ...
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Blackberry Cobbler
Ingredients 3 cups fresh blackberries 2 cups sugar 1 cup flour 1 egg 1 stick butter, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt I teaspoon vanilla Directions Step 1 Wash berries then place on paper towel in 9 x 13 pan to ...
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Sesame Seed Pralines
A wonderful old time sesame candy. When I was a little girl, I remember an aunt would make candy with sesame seeds… this is the recipe! The Cajun word for sesame is benne and roasting them brings back wonderful childhood memories. Ingredients 3 sticks (8 tbsp) unsalted butter - 1 ...
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Sand Tarts – Pecan Sandies
This cookie was served annually at my Alma Mater. A favorite for the high school homecoming teas. It grew to be one of our family favorites. We always had these at Christmas time as pecans were in season at that time. Ingredients 1 pound butter room temperature 1 cup powdered ...
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Shrimp Dip
A popular favorite for Homecoming Teas and Party functions. Ingredients 2 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) Directions Step ...
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Tomato Chicken a’la Ruby
This could be called the “All American Tomato Chicken” as it appeals to everyone. This dish can be served with rice, pasta, noodles and creamed potatoes. -“Pasta is defined as shaped dough made of Durum wheat and boiled in water. … Basically, things like risoni or even fusilli are pasta, ...
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Bourbon Chicken via Oven
A rich and creamy tasting bourbon chicken recipe. Ingredients 4 boneless and skinless chicken breast halves 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 can cream of celery soup 2/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup melted butter 1 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs 1/3 cup bourbon whiskey Salt and pepper ...
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White Chocolate Cheesecake
An excellent dessert to finish any meal. Ingredients 1 (8 oz) package softened cream cheese 2 (4 oz) packages each white chocolate flavor Jell-O Instant Pudding and Pie Filling 2 cups cold milk divided 1 (8 oz) tub cool whip thawed 1 (6 oz) prepared graham cracker crust Directions Step ...
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Paw Paw’s Catfish Courtbouillion I
This classic dish was inspired by a wonderful restaurant in Lake Charles, Louisiana; Paw Paw’s Seafood and Steak House. They were always more than happy to share their famous courtbouillon recipe; although this restaurant has now closed, their recipe lives on. Ingredients 4 pounds dressed cut-up catfish 1/2 cup vegetable ...
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Crawfish Eggplant Casserole
Eggplant was a classic staple in Cajun Country. This recipe came into fashion when crawfish also became a staple. Shrimp substitued for Crawfish is hard to beat; shrimp compliments the taste of eggplant so well. Ingredients 3 medium eggplants, peeled and quartered 1 1/2 cup chopped onions 1 cup green ...
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Grandmaw’s Tomato Sausage
A classic sausage tomato gravy. Serve it up over rice along with a cabbage vinegar slaw and you have a very satisfying meal. Ingredients 1 pound smoked sausage or fresh sausage 1 large sliced onion salt and pepper to taste 3/4 cup oil (or less) 1 large can tomato sauce ...
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Pop Rouge Float
You hardly see pop rouge (strawberry) soda anymore. But if you want to make something special for your grandchildren, grandparents, or yourself, try this. And listen to the tales of the good ole’ days. Ingredients 1 strawberry soda 2 scoops vanilla ice cream Directions Step 1 In a tall glass, ...
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