Spicy Pot Roast1 (3 1/2 to 4 pound) chuck roast1 (9 ounce) package mincemeat1 cup water1 tablespoon tapioca1/2 cup brandy1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon gingerBreak up mincemeat and put in saucepan. Add water and stir until all of the mincemeat is moistened. Add brandy, salt, ginger and tapioca. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.Remove bone from [...]

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Sherried Portobello Mushroom GravyPan of drippings from roast turkey breast3/4 cup dry sherry1 portobello mushroom, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 1/2 to 2 1/4 cups water3 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 3 tablespoons waterSalt and pepperRemove the turkey breast from the roasting pan; set aside.Place the pan and its drippings over medium-low heat. Stir in the sherry, [...]

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River Walk Strawberry PieStraight from San Antonio!1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust10 ounces frozen strawberries1 cup granulated sugar2 egg whites1 tablespoon fresh lemon juiceDash of salt1/2 cup whipping cream, whipped1 teaspoon vanilla or almond extractThaw strawberries in a colander. When they reach room temperature, combine them in a large mixing bowl with the sugar, egg whites, [...]

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Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Country Green Beans1/4 pound sliced bacon3 (14 1/2 ounce) cans whole green beans, with liquid1/4 yellow onion1 teaspoon granulated sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepperIn a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat, cook bacon until lightly brown but not crisp. When bacon has browned, add green beans. Add salt, sugar [...]

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Prospector’s Stew2 or 3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into bite size pieces (2 to 3)1 pound kielbasa, sliced2 (15 ounce) cans green beans, drained1 small onion, quartered1 clove garlic, minced2 cans cream of mushroom soup1 cup shredded Cheddar cheeseLayer ingredients in crockpot in the order listed. Cook on LOW for anywhere from 4 to [...]

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Bittersweet Chocolate Covered CherriesSource: Chocolate Astrology2 cups red wine 1 cup granulated sugar 2 strips (1 x 2 inches each) lemon zest 2 dozen cherries with stems, pitted 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, meltedCombine the wine, sugar and zest in a small heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add the cherries and simmer for 2 minutes. [...]

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Hawaiian Macadamia Nut Bars1/2 cup butter1 1/2 cups granulated sugar4 eggs1 1/2 cup flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 can crushed pineapple, drained1/2 cup chopped Macadamia nuts1/2 cup flaked coconutIn large mixing bowl, cream butter until light. Gradually blend in sugar. Add eggs; mix well and blend in flour, salt and baking soda. Stir in [...]

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Apache Corn SoupPeel the acorns and grind them. The outer part of the acorn is not used.1 (2 1/2 pound) beef roast2 quarts water1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 cup ground acorn mealCover beef with water and bring to boil in a heavy pot. Simmer several hours until beef is very tender, adding salt and pepper. [...]

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Toy Candies2 cups granulated sugar2/3 cup light corn syrup1 teaspoon cider vinegar2/3 cup waterFew drops food coloring1 teaspoon oil of peppermint or spearmint extract (optional)Oil molds with olive or vegetable oil. Combine the sugar, corn syrup, vinegar, and water together in a deep saucepan. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Bring to a boil [...]

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Joan Lunden’s Chicken Tortilla SoupJoan: this is absolutely one of my favorite recipes – it brings back great memories of my college years in Mexico City. It is a delicious spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup that is quick, easy and great for an outdoor lunch or a light summer supper.In a large saucepan, saut? 1 chopped [...]

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