Apple Bran Muffins recipe.

Ingredients
1 1/4 cups bran flakes cereal
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 1/4 cups apple juice
1/4 cup margarine, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 apple - peeled, cored and chopped

Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease muffin tins.
In a mixing bowl, combine bran flakes, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and baking powder. Stir in apple juice, margarine, vanilla, and apple. Spoon the mixture into the greased muffin tins.
Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes.

Black Olive and Goat Cheese Croustade recipe.

Ingredients
1 teaspoon unsalted butter
1/4 cup leeks, diced
1/4 cup Lindsay� Black Ripe Pitted Olives, diced
1 (10 ounce) package prepared pizza dough
3 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
1 teaspoon thyme, chopped
1 teaspoon oregano, chopped

Directions
Heat butter in a small saute pan over medium heat. Add leeks and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft. Remove from heat and stir in olives. Set aside.
Cut pizza dough into 20 (1/2 ounce) pieces. Shape into 2-inch circles and place on a lightly greased parchment lined baking sheet. Bake in a 400 degree oven for 7-8 minutes.
Remove from oven and spread each disk with olive mixture. Top with goat cheese and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes at 400 degrees. Sprinkle with fresh herbs just before serving.

Apple Tapioca recipe.

Ingredients
4 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced
2 cups water
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup quick-cooking tapioca
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions
Arrange the apples in a 2-qt. baking dish coated with nonstick spray. In a saucepan, combine the water, brown sugar, tapioca, lemon juice, salt and nutmeg. Let stand for 5 minutes. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Pour over the apples. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes or until apples are tender. Serve warm.

Broccoli Cheese Crepes recipe.

Ingredients
1/4 cup water
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed

Directions
For batter, combine the eggs, water, flour and salt in a blender. Cover and process until smooth; let stand for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Reduce heat to low. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, pepper and salt until cheese is melted. Stir in broccoli. Cover; keep warm.
Heat a lightly greased 8-in. nonstick skillet; pour 2 tablespoons batter into the center of skillet. Lift and tilt pan to evenly coat bottom. Cook until top appears dry; turn and cook 15-20 seconds longer. Remove to a wire rack. Repeat with remaining batter, greasing skillet as needed.
Spoon about 1/2 cup filling down the center of each crepe; roll up. Place seam side down in an ungreased 11-in. x 7-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 5-7 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Better Than Best Fried Chicken recipe.

Ingredients
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
seasoning salt to taste
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
salt and pepper to taste
oil for frying

Directions
In a shallow dish or bowl combine the soup, egg and seasoning salt (be careful, as soup is already salted); mix together. Dip chicken in mixture and turn to coat completely. Set aside.
In a resealable plastic bag mix together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. One at a time, place chicken pieces in bag, seal and shake to coat. Add more flour and/or cornstarch as necessary, but add them in equal parts (there should be an equal amount of each in the mixture).
Place coated chicken on a platter and allow to sit until it becomes doughy (this is critical, to ensure crispiness when fried). Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat; be sure to use enough oil to cover chicken pieces. Once chicken is doughy, test oil by dropping a piece of the 'dough' into it; the oil is ready when it starts to fry immediately.
Fry chicken pieces in oil for about 7 to 10 minutes each, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Drain on paper towels and serve.

Baked Potato Skins recipe.

Ingredients
4 large baking potatoes, baked
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon pepper
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
4 green onions, sliced

Directions
Cut potatoes in half lengthwise; scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/4-in. shell (save pulp for another use). Place potatoes skins on a greased baking sheet. Combine oil, Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic powder, paprika and pepper; brush over both sides of skins. Bake at 475 degrees F for 7 minutes; turn. Bake until crisp, about 7 minutes more. Sprinkle bacon and cheddar cheese inside skins. Bake 2 minutes longer or until the cheese is melted. Top with sour cream and onions. Serve immediately.

Bread Machine Sugar-Free Bread recipe.

Ingredients
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 cup skim milk, luke warm
2 tablespoons warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions
Place ingredients in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. Select lightest setting; press Start.

Blueberry Pancakes recipe.

Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon white sugar
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3/4 cup fresh blueberries

Directions
Preheat griddle over medium heat. Stir together the flour, baking powder, nutmeg, cinnamon and sugar, set aside.
In a medium bowl, stir together the egg, yogurt, milk and oil. Gradually stir in the flour mixture, then fold in the blueberries.
Pour batter onto hot greased griddle, two tablespoons at a time. Cook over medium heat until bubbles pop and stay open, then turn over and cook on the other side until golden.

Asian Pear and Strawberry Smoothie recipe.

Ingredients
1/2 cup ice
1 Asian pear, cored and cubed
2 large strawberries, hulled
2/3 cup vanilla fat-free yogurt
1/4 cup fat-free milk
2 teaspoons white sugar

Directions
Place the ice, Asian pear, strawberries, yogurt, milk, and sugar into a blender; blend until smooth.

Apple Cheese Crisp recipe.

Ingredients
6 cups sliced peeled tart apples
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon milk
3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
5 tablespoons cold butter

Directions
In a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, toss the first six ingredients. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 8 minutes, stirring once. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar. Add eggs, flour and milk; mix well. Spread evenly over apples.
In a bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar and cinnamon. Cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over filling. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 6 minutes or until apples are tender. rotating dish twice. Serve warm.

Amish Sugar Cookies recipe.

Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar

Directions
Combine butter or margarine, oil and sugars in large mixing bowl; mix well. Add eggs; beat 1 minute until well blended. Add vanilla; beat well. In separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; add to creamed mixture, mixing well. Drop by small teaspoonfuls on ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees F for 8-10 minutes.

Baked Chicken Sandwiches with Mushroom Sauce recipe.

Ingredients
16 slices white sandwich bread
8 slices Swiss cheese
2 cups cubed, cooked chicken
2 1/2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cornflake crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted
MUSHROOM SAUCE:
1 (8 ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained
2 tablespoons butter
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Directions
In a greased 15-in. x 10-in x 1-in. baking pan, arrange eight slices of bread. Place a slice of cheese on each; top with chicken and another slice of bread. Beat eggs, milk and pepper; pour over the sandwiches. Combine crumbs and butter; sprinkle over sandwiches. Bake at 350 degrees F for 1 hour and 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Meanwhile, for sauce, saute mushrooms in butter. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Heat through but do not boil. Spoon over sandwiches.

Brown Sugar-Caramel Latte recipe.

Ingredients
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 cup half-and-half
1 tablespoon caramel ice cream topping
3/4 cup hot, brewed coffee

Directions
Stir brown sugar into half-and-half until dissolved. Whip with a milk frother or small whisk. Pour coffee into a mug, and stir in caramel sauce until dissolved. Pour frothed half-and-half into coffee, and serve.

Asparagus with Prosciutto and Pine Nuts recipe.

Ingredients
1/4 cup butter
3 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
salt and pepper to taste

Directions
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir the prosciutto, garlic, and pine nuts in the melted butter until the garlic is fragrant and the nuts begin to turn brown, about 2 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice.
Bring a pot filled with lightly salted water to boil. Gently boil the asparagus until the bright green and barely tender, about 3 minutes; drain. Add the asparagus to the prosciutto mixture and toss to mix evenly. Season with salt and pepper; serve hot.

Banana Nut Bread Baked in a Jar recipe.

Ingredients
2/3 cup shortening
2 2/3 cups white sugar
2 cups mashed bananas
2/3 cup water
3 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
2/3 cup chopped pecans

Directions
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease insides of 8 (1 pint) straight sided, wide mouth canning jars.
In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, bananas, and water. Sift together flour, baking powder, soda, salt, cinnamon, and cloves. Add to banana mixture. Stir in nuts.
Pour mixture into greased WIDE MOUTH pint jars, filling 1/2 full of batter. Do NOT put lids on jars for baking. Be careful to keep the rims clean, wiping off any batter that gets on the rims.
Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 45 minutes. Meanwhile, sterilize the lids and rings in boiling water.
As soon as cake is done, remove from oven one at a time, wipe rims of jars and put on lid and ring. Jars will seal as cakes cool. Place the jars on the counter and listen for them to "ping" as they seal. If you miss the "ping", wait until they are completely cool and press on the top of the lid. If it doesn't move at all, it's sealed.
Jars should be eaten immediately or kept sealed in refrigerator for up to a week.

Black and Tan recipe.

Ingredients
1 (12 fluid ounce) bottle lager beer (such as Harp�)
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle Irish stout beer (such as Guinness�)

Directions
Gently pour half the lager beer into a tall beer glass. Place a large tablespoon, dome side up, an inch or so above the lager beer, with the tip of the spoon pointed slightly downhill. Slowly pour half the stout beer over the tablespoon, so the stout gently pours down the side of the glass in a thick trickle. Allow to stand a few seconds so 2 distinct layers of beer form.

Becca's Custom Turkey Shepherd's Pie recipe.

Ingredients
5 large red potatoes, peeled
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup milk
2 (9 inch) whole wheat pie crusts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup diced onion
1 pound ground turkey
1 large carrot, julienned
1 zucchini, thickly sliced
1/4 cup canned green beans, halved
6 large fresh mushrooms, quartered
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (optional)
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter, diced

Directions
Boil potatoes until tender. Mash with 3 tablespoons butter or margarine and milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
Saute onion and carrots in olive oil until soft. Stir in ground turkey, parsley, thyme, and garlic. Once turkey is almost browned and broken up, add zucchini and mushrooms. Salt and pepper to taste. Drain. Stir in flour.
Divide meat mixture into two whole wheat pie crusts. Sprinkle cheese over meat, if desired. Spread green beans over the cheese. Spread potatoes over all with a spatula; the mashed potatoes act as the top crust. Dot with butter.
Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 30 minutes, or until potatoes have browned slightly.

Aunt Carol's Spinach and Fish Bake recipe.

Ingredients
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup sharp Cheddar cheese
1/3 cup dry bread crumbs
1 egg, beaten
1 pound cod fillets
salt and pepper to taste

Directions
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
In a bowl, mix the spinach, 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, about 5 tablespoons dry bread crumbs, and the egg. Spread the mixture into the bottom of a small baking dish. Arrange the cod fillets on top of the spinach mixture, and season with salt and pepper. Top with the remaining Cheddar cheese and bread crumbs.
Cover, and bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Black Bean and Granny Smith Apple Salad recipe.

Ingredients
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
2 Granny Smith apples, unpeeled, cored, and chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Directions
Heat the canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the onion and red bell pepper in the hot oil until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes; season with cumin, salt, and cayenne pepper. Scrape into a mixing bowl; stir in the black beans, apples, lemon juice, and cilantro. Refrigerate until cold before serving.

Asparagus-Stuffed Potatoes recipe.

Ingredients
4 medium baking potatoes
1 tablespoon milk
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon onion salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces and cooked
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Directions
Bake potatoes at 400 degrees F for about 1 hour or until done. Cut a thin slice off the top of each potato and discard. Carefully scoop out pulp while leaving shell intact. In a mixing bowl, mash pulp with milk, sour cream, onion salt and pepper until smooth. Fold in asparagus. Stuff shells; place in an ungreased shallow baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and bacon. Return to the oven for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Berry Crumb Tarts recipe.

Ingredients
1 package Pepperidge Farm� Puff Pastry Shells
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 (21 ounce) can fruit pie filling

Directions
Bake pastry shells according to package directions.
Mix flour, sugar, cinnamon and butter until crumbs form.
Spoon about 1/3 cup pie filling into each pastry shell. Top with crumb mixture. Bake at 400 degrees F for 5 minutes. Let cool. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Aunt Betty's French Dressing recipe.

Ingredients
2/3 cup ketchup
3/4 cup white sugar
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 small onion, quartered
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Directions
Prepare the dressing by combining the ketchup, sugar, vinegar, oil, onion, paprika and Worcestershire sauce in a blender or food processor. Blend until the onion is well chopped. Chill and serve.

Any-Season Fruit Bowl recipe.

Ingredients
2 cups water
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/3 cup lime or lemon juice
1 teaspoon anise extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 oranges, peeled and sectioned
3 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
2 grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
2 large apples, cubed
1 pint strawberries, sliced
1 pound seedless green grapes
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained

Directions
In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, lime juice, anise and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight. Combine fruit in a large bowl; add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.

Aunt Mary's Layered Salad recipe.

Ingredients
1 pound bacon
1 head iceberg lettuce - rinsed, dried, and chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 head cauliflower, chopped
16 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (32 ounce) jar mayonnaise
1 (16 ounce) package frozen green peas

Directions
Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
In a large serving bowl place a thin layer of 1/2 of the listed ingredients. Begin with the lettuce followed by onion, cauliflower, cheese, bacon and peas. Repeat.
Top the salad with mayonnaise and garnish with a sprinkle of crumbled bacon.

Bacon Scalloped Potatoes recipe.

Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk
2 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced
2 small onions, sliced
3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Directions
In a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour and salt until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
In a greased 1-qt. baking dish, layer the potatoes and onions. Pour white sauce over the top. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 65-75 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with bacon.

Apple Walnut Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette recipe.

Ingredients
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup cranberries
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon-style prepared mustard
1 cup vegetable oil
salt and pepper to taste
10 cups mixed salad greens, rinsed and dried
2 Red Delicious apples, cored and thinly sliced

Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread the walnuts out on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly toasted.
In a food processor, combine the cranberries, vinegar, onion, sugar, and mustard. Puree until smooth; gradually add oil, and season with salt and pepper.
In a salad bowl, toss together the greens, apples, and enough of the cranberry mixture to coat. Sprinkle with walnuts, and serve.

Alan's Pie Crust recipe.

Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup butter
1/4 cup lard
1/3 cup water

Directions
Mix the flour and the salt in a large bowl. Add the butter or margarine and lard; mix with hands until crumb like texture is achieved. Mix in the water. Pat into a ball, and wrap in wax paper. Refrigerate for at least two hours.

Buddy's and Bubba's Homemade Dog Food recipe.

Ingredients
2 chicken leg quarters
1 cup brown rice
1 pound ground beef
2/3 cup rolled oats
1 (10 ounce) package chopped frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans - rinsed, drained and mashed
2 carrots, shredded
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
1 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup olive oil

Directions
Place the chicken leg quarters in a large pot, and fill with enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 40 minutes. Remove the legs and allow to cool. Strain and return the cooking liquid to the pot. Once the legs have cooled. remove and discard the skin and bones; chop the meat, and set aside.
Stir the brown rice into the reserved chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, 45 to 50 minutes. Drain off any excess liquid, and add the rice to the bowl with the chicken.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, and add the ground beef. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly and no longer pink, about 7 minutes. Pour off any excess grease, and place the beef into the bowl. Stir in the oats, spinach, broccoli, kidney beans, carrots, garlic, cottage cheese, and olive oil. Store the dog food in resealable containers in the freezer. Thaw the daily portions overnight in the refrigerator.

Almond Brownie Bread Pudding recipe.

Ingredients
4 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 cups prepared brownies, cubed
1 1/2 cups milk
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup chopped almonds, divided

Directions
Preheat an oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly butter one 2 quart baking dish.
Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each melting, for 1 to 3 minutes (depending on your microwave). Do not overheat or chocolate will scorch. Set aside.
Place brownie chunks into prepared baking dish. Beat the eggs in a large bowl. Whisk in melted chocolate, milk, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and half of the almonds. Pour milk mixture over brownie cubes and sprinkle with the remaining almonds. Bake until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes.