Alva Bell's Recipe Box
Ribbon Fantasy Fudge aka Peanut Butter Fudge
This is a sweet and decadent fudge, a certain crowd-pleaser. Ingredients3 cups granulated sugar 3/4 cup margarine 2/3 cup evaporated milk 1 (6 oz) package semi-sweet chocolate (or butterscotch) chips 1 (7 oz) jar Kraft Marshmallow Crème 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 cup creamy peanut butterDirectionsStep 1Combine 1 1/2 cups of ...
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Rocky Road Candy
Fill up the Christmas Candy jars or gift tins with this wonderful great tasting candy. Ingredients1 (12 oz) package chocolate chips 1 (12 oz) package butterscotch chips 1 cup peanut butter 1 (10.5 oz) package miniature marshmallows 1 cup salted peanutsDirectionsStep 1In a large, microwave-safe dish, combine the chocolate, butterscotch, ...
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John’s Pound Cake
One of the best pound cake recipes around. Add a cup of our great Southern coffee and hospitality and you’re one of the greatest chef’s around. Ingredients1 box Deluxe Yellow Cake Mix 1 package vanilla instant pudding mix 1/3 cup of Crisco or margarine 4 eggs 1 cup water 1/2 ...
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Ricki’s Noodle Seafood
This noodle seafood casserole is flavorful and easy; a great presentation for guests. Ingredients2 lbs crawfish or shrimp 2 sticks margarine or butter 3 onions, chopped 2 bell peppers, chopped 3 stalks of celery, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced fine 4 tbsp parsley, chopped fine 1/4 cup flour 1 pint ...
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Pumpkin Pie or Sweet Potato Pie
I was given this recipe over 30 years ago. Very versatile, the pumpkin pie is great for using leftovers from your Jack-o’-lanterns. You can even use sweet potatoes in place of the pumpkin, if you prefer. Ingredients1 1/2 cups mashed pumpkin or sweet potatoes 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 tsp salt ...
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Chips with Ground Meat and Cheese
When my children were younger we went to this restaurant that served a delicious cheese and ground meat over tortilla chips. The owner’s name was Elaine and I dedicate this recipe to her memory. We never made it quite as good but we have not eaten quite as good either. ...
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Lentil Bean or Northern Bean Soup
Southerners love their beans. Substitute your favorite dried bean, if you prefer, and if there’s leftover ham, feel free to throw it in! Ingredients3/4 lb dried lentil beans (or beans of choice) 2 carrots, sliced in coins 2 onions, chopped 2 stalks of celery, chopped 1 tbsp melted butter 3/4 ...
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Cane Syrup Pie
Sugar cane is a popular crop in Southern Louisiana. Whether it’s in sweets, Steen’s syrup, or pies, we love it. Ingredients5 eggs 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp allspice 2 cups cane syrup 1 stick margarine or butter 1 tbsp flour 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shellDirectionsStep 1In ...
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Peanut, Sesame and Coconut Fudge
This is one of my favorite fudge recipes. Great Christmas or holiday candy… actually, anytime candy! Ingredients2 cups peanuts, toasted and ground 1 cup sesame seeds, toasted 5 cups sugar 1 stick butter 1 (12 oz) can Carnation evaporated milk 1 (7 oz) jar marshmallow crème 1 tbsp vanilla 1 ...
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Divinity Candy
A rich wonderful tasting candy; really popular around fall and the Christmas holiday. Great for gifts. Ingredients3 egg whites 3 cups sugar 2/3 cup Karo syrup clear 1/2 cup water 1 cup pecans, chopped 1 tsp cream of tartar 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp saltDirectionsStep 1Combine sugar, salt, Karo syrup, ...
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Old Fashioned Candied Popcorn
Ingredients2 tbsp corn oil 2 cups brown sugar 2 quarts popped corn 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup waterDirectionsStep 1In a large saucepan or black pot, combine oil, sugar, salt and water. Heat to boiling. Boil for 16 minutes. Step 2 Pour over the popped corn; making sure each kernel is ...
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Canned Hot Pickles Cucumber or Mirliton (Mirleton)
Used with gumbos or any rice and gravy dish in Cajun Country, chayote is a gourd-like squash that is about the size and shape of a very large pear. The skin is pale green and smooth with slight ridges that run lengthwise. Many compare the color to a light green ...
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Green Pepper Jelly
The color of this jelly lends itself to the Christmas season. Put a ribbon around the mason jar and a pretty label and you have yourself a unique Christmas gift idea. Ingredients14 red or green bell peppers, cleaned and cored 1/2 cup hot peppers 6 1/2 cups sugar 1 1/2 ...
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Cold Eggnog
Ingredients6 eggs 1/2 lb granulated sugar 1 1/2 oz rum 1 pint bourbon 1 pint heavy cream 1 pint milkDirectionsStep 1In a medium bowl, beat the yolks of six eggs. In a separate bowl, beat the six egg whites and add in 1/2 lb of sugar. Add the well-beaten egg ...
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Crawfish Fettuccine II
The pasta dish of the Cajuns. Ingredients1 onion chopped 1 bell pepper chopped 2 sticks butter 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 cup milk 2 tbsp flour 1 tsp salt 1 pound package Kraft jalapeno cheese 2 pounds crawfish 1 (16 oz) large bag broad egg noodlesDirectionsStep 1Cook noodles ...
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