Alva Bell's Recipe Box
Grandma’s Tomato (Mexican) Rice
This is like eating rice and tomato gravy. Ingredients1 lbs ground meat 1 1/2 cup rice, browned in a little oil 1 onion, chopped fine bacon grease, optional 1 can tomato sauce 2 cups water salt to taste 2 tbsp chili powder 1/2 bell pepper cut in stripsDirectionsStep 1Brown the ...
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Green Rice
An excellent, low-fat dish. Ingredients2 cups rice, raw 2/3 cup bell pepper, chopped 1 cup green onion tops 1/2 cup parsley, minced 1/4 cup corn oil 1 tsp salt 1 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1/4 tbsp red pepper 2 cups beef or chicken bouillon or 2 cups water and 6 ...
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Mushroom Sauce for Meats
This is the perfect mushroom sauce for the broiled flank recipe on this site. Of course, its uses are not limited to just this one dish. Ingredients8 oz mushrooms, fresh or canned 2 sticks butter 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp dried basil crushed 2 tsp ...
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Chicken a la Smithfield
A great chicken dish excellent for a dinner party. Ingredients12 chicken breasts, skinned, halved and boned 1 cup leftover roast 2 cans cream of mushroom soup 12 bacon slices 1 cup sour cream silvered almonds optionalDirectionsStep 1Wrap each breast with a piece of bacon. Cover bottom of flat baking dish ...
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Crabmeat Au-Gratin III
A classic Crabmeat Au Gratin dish. French bread and salad. This is a WOW meal. Ingredients1 stalk celery, chopped 1/4 stick butter 1 cup white onions, chopped 1 cup green onions (scallions), chopped 1/4 cup flour 1 (13 oz) can evaporated milk 2 egg yolks 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ...
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Shrimp Pilaf Rice Cooker (Hitachi) Style
This is an easy dish to prepare directly in your rice cooker. Tastes like it took all day to prepare. Sausage maybe added to the dish. Ingredients2 cups rice, uncooked 1 can beef broth 1 onion, chopped fine 1 bell pepper, chopped 1 (4 oz) can mushrooms 1 can broth ...
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Sandra’s BBQ Sauce
This sauce works great for the brisket smoked a’la oven on this web site. Ingredients1 bottle Kraft BBQ Sauce 1/2 cup Woody's concentrate 1 small bottle ketchup 1 cup water 1/2 cup sugarDirectionsStep 1Combine all ingredients and blend well. Great on the brisket when reheating.
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Brisket Smoked á la Oven
Although it appears that this dish is time consuming, it hardly needs any attention once it starts to bake. The flavor of this dish makes it worth the effort. Ingredientsliquid smoke red and or black pepper salt to taste paprika to taste garlic salt to taste celery salt to taste ...
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Flank Steak
Flank was once considered the “bottom of the barrel” type of meat. Now, it has gained in both popularity and price. Still a wonderful piece of beef to prepare. Ingredients1 Flank steak (1/2 pound to 3/4 pound per person) unseasoned meat tenderizer Worcestershire sauce wine vinegar onions for sautéing 1 ...
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Sandra’s Party Cheese Ball
A great Christmas dish. Great for a party or gift giving. Ingredients16 oz cream cheese 2 cups Cracker Barrel or sharp natural cheddar 1 package jalapeño cheese spread 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp lemon juice 1/2 tsp red pepper 3 cups pecans, chopped fineDirectionsStep 1All cheeses to reach room ...
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Hen Sauce Piquant
A classic Sunday dish. Ingredients3 - 4 pound hen oil for browning 2 large onions 4 medium garlic cloves, chopped fine 1 large bell pepper, chopped 2 - 3 bay leaves 1 can tomato paste 1 tsp sugar 1 large can of mushroom and juice 1 small jar of olives ...
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Grandma’s Louisiana Fruit Salad
Easy fruit salad for a quick side dish. Ingredients1 (21 oz) can peach filling 2 (15.5 oz) cans chunk pineapple, drained 2 (11 oz) cans mandarin oranges, drained 1 package frozen strawberries, thawed or a pint of fresh berries 4 bananas, slicedDirectionsStep 1In a large bowl with a cover, mix ...
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Hot Crawfish Dip for Tart Shells or Crackers
Great dip for parties, weddings or family gatherings. Ingredients8 lbs crawfish tails, peeled and chopped 1 can cream of mushroom 1 stick butter 1 medium onion, chopped fine 2 stalks celery, chopped fine 1 tbsp flour 1/4 cup cold water 1/2 tsp garlicDirectionsStep 1Sauté vegetables in butter until onions are ...
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Hot Crab Dip (For Crackers and Tart Shells)
Use this dip for any party or family gathering. Ingredients8 oz cream cheese 1 stick butter 1 lbs crabmeat 1 small onion chopped fine Tabasco, garlic powder and red pepper to tasteDirectionsStep 1Combine cream cheese and butter and melt in the top of of a double boiler. Step 2 Add ...
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Crabmeat Au Gratin I
Ingredients1 stalk celery, chopped 1 cup chopped onions 1 stick margarine 1/2 cup flour 1 (13 oz) can evaporated milk 2 egg yolks 1 tsp red pepper 1 tsp salt 1 lb crabmeat 1/2 lb cheddar cheese, gratedDirectionsStep 1Sauté onions and celery in margarine until wilted. Blend in the flour ...
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