Alva Bell's Recipe Box
Cajun Brownies
Cajun brownies are probably the easiest no fail brownie you can make. The topping added makes it a unique type of brownie. Ingredients1 box Yellow Cake Mix 3 eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 8 ounces cream cheese 1 box 16 oz powdered sugar1 stick 8 tbsp butterDirectionsStep 1Put the yellow ...
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Cajun Cake
A Cajun pineapple cake topped with coconut pecan icing A cake born on the bayou.  This cake reminds me of a blonde German chocolate cake. Ingredients1 box Pineapple or Duncan Hines Yellow Cake Mix 3 eggs 1/4 cup oil 1 (15 oz) can crushed pineapple, juice and all Topping for ...
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Oyster Dressing II
Ingredients5 tbsp minced onions 1 1/2 cups chopped celery 1/4 cup butter 3 quarts French bread crumbs 4 tsp chopped parsley 2 eggs, slightly beaten 1 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 2 dozen oysters, chopped 1 cup turkey stock 1/2 cup ground, cooked gizzardsDirectionsStep 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. ...
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Eggnog
This popular eggnog is similar to a traditional German version. Warms the stomach and the soul, great for the Holidays. Ingredients6 egg yolks 3/4 box powdered sugar 1 (12 oz) can Pet milk 1/4 litre clear rum 1 tsp vanillaDirectionsStep 1Beat egg yolks, add milk, vanilla, and add powdered sugar ...
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Sock-it-to-me Cake
Back in the 70’s this cake was one of the most popular cakes being baked. This is a moist melt in your mouth cake that has an amazing aroma that fills the house when it’s baking. Ingredients1 box butter cake mix 1/2 cup sugar 3/4 cup Crisco Oil 1/2 cup ...
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Caramelized Candy
Ingredients Ingredients3 cups sugar Pinch of salt Pinch of baking soda 1 tsp vanilla 1/4 stick butter 1 cup evaporated milk 3 cups pecans, coarsely chopped and roasted 1/4 cup waterDirectionsStep 1I find roasting enhances the flavor of the candy. Roasting is as easy a putting your pecans in the ...
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Candy Cereal Treats
A different take on the classic Rice Krispies treat, always a hit with kids. Ingredients1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 2/3 cup brown sugar 2 egg yolks 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp salt 1 ½ cups all purpose flour 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda Topping 3 cups ...
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Dutch Oven Dove/Quail
Ingredients8 doves (or quail), cleaned and dressed Salt to taste Black and/or red pepper to taste Flour to coat doves 3 tbsp butter 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley 1/8 tsp thyme 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1 (4 oz) can button mushrooms 1 cup white wine or chicken brothDirectionsStep 1Melt ...
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Fig Cobbler
Create a great dessert with Fig Preserves and a “mashe pan” – Â sweet “gateau sucre” cake topping type cake – one of the best!!! Ingredients1/4 cup butter or margarine 1 cup all purpose flour 1 cup sugar 2 tsp baking powder 1 cup milk 1 large egg or 2 small ...
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Autumn Surprise Cake
Ingredients2 apples, chopped and unpeeled 1 cup sugar 1 1/2 cup flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup cooking oil 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 cup pecans, chopped 1/2 cup flaked coconutDirectionsStep 1In a medium bowl, mix the apples and sugar and let stand 15 minutes ...
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The Best Sugar Cookies Ever
This classic sugar cookie is made easier with this no fail recipe. Bring them with you on your duck hunts, skiing trips or white water rafting. Great to snack on after expending all that energy. Ingredients1 cup butter (softened to room temperature) 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 medium eggs 4 ...
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Sour Cream Coconut Cake
If you like coconut then this cake is for you. The sour cream gives a taste twist. Ingredients1 box white cake mix 1 (16 oz) tub sour cream large 2 cups sugar 18 ounces frozen coconutDirectionsStep 1Allow the coconut to thaw. Bake White cake mix for a two-layer cake according ...
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Banana Pineapple Cake
Take those frozen bananas out of your freezer (the ones that were going to go bad) and use them in this mouth-watering treat. Ingredients3 cups flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp salt 1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil 1 (8 oz) crushed pineapple sugar-free 1 1/2 ...
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Millionaire Chocolate
Ingredients4 1/2 cups sugar 1 can Pet milk 1 stick butter 1 lb pecans 1 jar marshmallow crème 2 (6 oz) packages semi-sweet chocolateDirectionsStep 1In a medium saucepan, mix sugar, milk and butter. Boil slowly for 7 1/2 minutes then remove from heat. Step 2 Mix in pecans, marshmallow crème ...
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No Bake Fruit Cake
Speed up your holiday cooking with this no bake fruit cake. Time saved and the cake has such a delicious flavor. Ingredients1 lb vanilla wafers 1 lb dates 1/4 lb shredded coconut 1 (8 oz) jar maraschino cherries, drained 2 cups pecans, chopped 2 cups walnuts 1 lb marshmallows 1 ...
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