Alva Bell's Recipe Box
Apple Crisp
Ingredients6 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 pecansDirectionsStep 1Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Step 2Toss the ...
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Butter Rolls aka Biscuit Butter Rolls
Posted in response to a request for butter rolls. Ingredients1 can biscuits 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup butter Sauce: 2 cups milk 1/2 tsp cloves 1/4 cup flour 1 cup sugarDirectionsStep 1Roll out each biscuit to 4" or 5" in diameter on a floured surface. Step 2 Drop a teaspoon ...
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BBQ Shrimp
These will remind you of dining in New Orleans at Middendorf’s restaurant. Ingredients1 cup butter 1 cup lemon juice 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup barbeque sauce 1/2 cup chopped onions 3 ounces Jack Daniels 4 tbsp garlic powder 4 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 4 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp black ...
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Down on the Bayou Dressing
This dressing is sure to please everyone with its bold, tasty flavor and easy to use recipe. Ingredients2 medium onions 4 stalks celery 1 cup chopped green onion 2 lbs breakfast sausage (Jimmy Dean) 4 tbsp soy sauce 2 cups raw rice 2 (10 oz) cans cream of mushroom soup ...
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Hershey Pie
Ingredients6 Hershey Bars with Almonds 1 large Cool Whip 1 (10 inch) pie crustDirectionsStep 1Bake pie crust following directions. Let cool. Step 2Melt Hershey bars in microwave or double boiler. Let cool to lukewarm. Step 3Add to large container of cool whip and refrigerate until time to serve. Easy as ...
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Zucchini Bread
This is a delicious, freezable bread that no one will ever guess is made with zucchini. It’s good served warm or cool. Can be iced with a powdered sugar glaze if desired or slather on some cream cheese on top. Ingredients3 eggs 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 cups grated zucchini ...
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Stuffed Pork Hog Maw (Stomach/Shodin/Chaudin)
Hog maw or shodin is a pig’s stomach commonly stuffed with a sausage mixture, simmered until done, then baked until brown. It’s 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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Pork Chop Casserole II
Ingredients8 - 10 pork chops 1 (10 oz) can cream of mushroom soup 1 (10 oz) can cream of onion soup 1 can water 2 cups uncooked rice 1/2 cup gravy from brown chops 1 small onion, chopped Black pepper and cayenne to taste 1/2 cup chopped parsley 1/2 cup ...
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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 “smother” sautéed chicken. Ingredients1/3 cup canola oil 1 chicken cut into ...
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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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Weight Watchers Strawberry Pie
For anyone doing Weight Watchers, one piece of this pie is only 4 points. I have made this with all the sugar free jello flavors I have found and they’re all good. My family’s two favorites are the strawberry & the lemon lime. Ingredients1 small package sugar free jello 1/2 ...
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Shrimp Fra Diavolo
A simple and spicy dish that will impress your friends. It’s delicious; I like to serve it over low carb pasta, making it truly Atkins Friendly! Ingredients1 lb peeled large shrimp 1 tsp salt 3 tsp dried crushed pepper flakes 3-5 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, sliced 1 (15 ...
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Coconut-Pecan Filling and Frosting
German chocolate cakes have always been popular for weddings and, in particular, the groom’s cake. The groom’s cake is typically chocolate with coconut-pecan filling and frosting. Ingredients1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 1/2 sticks margarine or butter (12 Tbsp) 4 egg yolks, slightly beaten 1 ...
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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. Ingredients2 cups skim milk 4 tbsp margarine, cut into pieces 1 egg 2 egg whites 2/3 cup Equal Spoonful or Splenda Sweetner 1 ...
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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. IngredientsBread: 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 margarine ...
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