The purpose of this recipe newsletter is to post requests and replies from our members and to post
all their great tried and tested (TNT) recipes.

I think I recall someone requesting a recipe for fish that contains shrimp & crab and I've finally found my recipe and misplaced the request. This is an excellent, easy casserole and could easily have a piece of fish placed on top.
Athena in DE

Crab and Shrimp Recipe

1 1/2 lb. crabmeat
1/2 lb. small shrimp
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1/3 c. parsley, chopped
2 c. cooked rice
1 1/2 c. real mayo
2 pkg. frozen peas, thawed but not cooked
Salt & Pepper to taste

Toss lightly. Place in greased casserole. Refrigerate, covered.
Bake 1 hr. 350, covered
Serves 6

Note! I use more shrimp and not as many very small peas. (Source: Make It Now-Bake It Later!, Barbara Goodfellow)
Athena in DE
Print this Recipe

Looking for a recipe for squash pickles. An elderly gentleman gave it to me some 30 years ago when I was a bookkeeper for the Shriners. I have misplaced it and was wondering if someone might have this recipe.

Nancy I very much enjoy your newsletter everyday. Keep up the good work.
Erma in Jacksonville, Fla.

For Marvis (7/11) :

Sautéed Cherry Tomatoes

3 T olive oil
2 qts. cherry tomatoes (or grape tomatoes), rinsed & dried
Salt & Pepper to taste
1/4 c. fresh basil chiffonade
2 T. freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Heat med. skillet. Add oil & heat. Add tomatoes & saute until start to pop, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Sprinkle w/salt, pepper, basil & cheese; toss.

If desired, drizzle w/ olive oil. Serve immediately, may use bed of spinach or other greens.

Chiffonade: Gently roll basil leaves & slice very thinly.
Athena in DE
Print this Recipe

Hi Nancy ,Ditto and all recipes,
We had a nice shower yesterday here in Alabama but boy was it hot afterward! I love summer even though it is really hot! Nancy keep that Ditto cool and send more stories of him.

Athena in DE I googled Small George Forman small oven and came up with several places that sell it, Amazon,Walgreen's,Meijer and I suppose Target would have it and maybe even Wal-Mart.
Brenda/Alabama

Doris, S. Indiana, you are welcome for the chicken salad recipe. I made one last night. I like to use the whole grain mustard in mine but any Dijon works. I will take some to work for a sandwich today.
Brenda/Alabama

P.S. I went to school in 4th grade in Gary, In...such a big city for a southern gal like me!

HI Nancy and All,
Just wanted to let you know that I have a owner's manual for a George Foreman Grill. 

The model number is Gr20 if anyone would like it, I would be happy to send it.
my e-mail is linda_ddsn@yahoo.com have a Blessed Day! Thanks Nancy.
Linda

Pat in SO CA. I make my "Spanish rice" using the chicken broth instead of water with instant rice. Haven't used the salsa but what a great idea. Will try it next time I make the rice. I also add chopped onions, cumin and tomato sauce for the color. The salsa could eliminate the tomato sauce. Not a lot of tomato sauce just enough to make color for amount I have cooked up.
Thanks for the tip.
Ella in CA

Someone was asking about a chicken salad recipe.

If you have a Costco in your town, go buy theirs. They make it fresh daily in the meat department. It is delicious. They us all white meat, celery and whatever else goes into a chicken salad.

I serve it with fancy crackers when entertaining or use it for making sandwiches.  I am all for easy!!
Ella in Ca

Comment
I have tried Costco's chicken salad. It is the best I have eaten.
Nancy Rogers

New Articles
Start your Family History Search Genealogy Tips
Kitchens Countertops - Tips for Making the Right Choice
Carpet Cleaning - Tips to Remove Pet Stains and Odors
Tips for Removing Household Stains
Cleaning with Vinegar
Organizing Your Closets - Tackle Any Closet in 5 Steps

To Dorothy (7-13 newsletter): This is the recipe I use for Spanish rice. My husband does not like whole tomatoes, so I run the can of tomatoes through the blender to chop them more.

Spanish Rice

1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
3 tablespoons butter
2 cups canned tomatoes
2 teaspoons sugar
3 cups hot boiled rice
Salt and pepper to taste

Sauté onion and green pepper for about 5 minutes in butter. Add tomatoes, sugar, rice, and salt/pepper. Bring to boiling point and simmer gently about 5 more minutes. Serve hot. NOTE: If you want a little zing, add a couple of drops of Tabasco.
Jackiets from Louisiana.
Print this Recipe

The purpose of this recipe newsletter is to post requests and replies from our members and to post all their great tried and tested (TNT) recipes.

January 30, 2007 Tona had a crockpot Spaghetti Sauce posted, when I went to the site I couldn't bring it up. Would any one happen to have that site or recipe? Any help is greatly appreciated.
JL in South Jersey

Crockpot Lemon Baked Chicken

16 oz skinned and boned uncooked chicken breast, cut into 4 pieces
1 lemon
1 tsp lemon pepper
1 tsp paprika

Place chicken pieces in a slow cooker. Squeeze juice of half a lemon over chicken. Sprinkle lemon pepper and paprika over top. Cut remaining lemon half into thin slices. Arrange slices around chicken. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours.
JL in South Jersey
Print this Recipe

This is for Sue, looking for crockpot recipes, since I am only cooking for 1 now I am using my crockpot more and more.

Crockpot Chicken Parmigiana

3 Chicken breasts (I use skinless thighs and legs)
1 Egg
1 tsp. Salt
1/4 tsp. Pepper
1 cup Italian bread crumbs
1 1/4 cup Butter (I use approx. 3/4 cup)
1 14 oz. Jar Pizza sauce
6 slices Mozzarella cheese (I use grated mozzarella cheese)
Parmesan cheese

If using whole chicken breasts, cut in to halves. In bowl beat egg salt and pepper dip chicken into egg. Then coat with crumbs. In large skillet sauté chicken in butter. Arrange chicken in pot. Pour pizza sauce over chicken. Cover and cook on low 6 to 8 hours. Add mozzarella cheese, sprinkle parmesan cheese on top. Cover and cook 15 minutes. Makes 6 servings.

Note: I use jar sauce when I don't have homemade on hand.
JL in South Jersey
Print this Recipe

This is for Margo/Boston about the fried farina and noodle dish that your Hungarian grandmother made. I grew up in a Hungarian household and of all the noodle dishes that we ate, I don't remember that one. Would you share your recipe? Would love to try it. I remember having buttered noodles with poppy seed and sugar, as well as noodles with fried cabbage and not to forget noodles with cottage cheese and sour cream sprinkled with a little bit of sugar. The best was buttered noodles with ground walnuts and sugar. Great memories. That's why this newsletter is so successful... there is always a story behind the food we prepare and eat. Thank you for that Nancy!!
Judie/So.Calif.

Hi, we were recently at the Grand canyon - South Rim. I ate at the Bright Angel Lodge restaurant. I had the

3 days in a row and loved it. I asked for the recipe, but did not get it. Does anyone have a recipe similar to the one they serve?
Thanks, Deb in Illinois

Email Address to respond to newsletter replies, requests and tips. Please include date of newsletter, name of recipe and number of servings. Remember to include your name within the message as well.

in response to: My sister will be 80 years old in August. She is having a party with friends and relatives at her son's house..but wants to have a "fun" party since she is a "fun" Senior.

Lucky me is in charge of something that all of us Seniors can laugh about. I am thinking of writing questions..for instance..what is her favorite color...red, blue, or black...what is her favorite TV program, etc. etc. and see who gets the most right.

Any other suggestions??
Terry from Lansing

Athena in DE question: when you refer to sour milk, I'm not sure what you mean. Secondly, I make mozzarella periodically when I can get fresh milk (which isn't too often). I have to use fresh, because the ultra-pasteurized stuff you get at the store won't work. All of the nutrients and enzymes have been scorched out of it. Is this true with your smearcase?

My grandmother who was a wonderful cook used to speak of smearcase pronounced schmeer-case. are we speaking of the same thing?
Susie in Illinois

I have been seeing the Nuware cooking machine advertise on tv. I have been thinking about buying one. It's so hot and humid here in the summer time, that I hate to cook in the oven. I have been using the crockpot but would like another cooking method. I was wondering if Nancylanders had brought a Nuware and how they liked it. We like our meat brown on the outside and done in the middle. Done or little pink is ok but not raw. Does it heat up the kitchen? Your comments would be appreciated.
Sarah, Ar

Recommended Sites

FabulousFood.com
http://www.fabulousfoods.com/
This site is worth checking out. Not only does it have recipes but product reviews, cookbook reviews, and great articles.

Family Crafts @ About.com
http://familycrafts.about.com/ 
Explore a large section of free craft projects and printable pages, all organized by topic, age guidelines, products used, or type. You will find easy craft projects for kids and everyone in the family, and crafts for every reason and season.

Athena in DE:
Check Amazon.com for the George Foreman oven.
jeanlock in McLean VA

For Athena in DE from the 7/13 newsletter looking for a George Forman oven.

Athena maybe you can find what you're looking for at this site. There are several pages listed at the bottom. George foreman toaster oven - Shop sales, stores & prices at TheFind.com
http://www.thefind.com/appliances/
Mary S

To Althena in DE. I checked on line for the George Foreman oven. Amazon has them for around $120, QVC carries the oven for $100. Just pull up the QVC site and type in George Forman oven. I shop there a lot and never have trouble with any returns or problems.
Theresa in MI

Our housecat is 11 yrs old and has never been outside but he loves to lay out in the sunporch looking out the patio door at the birds - racoons - skunks - ground hogs -
And we live in the city =
There is one orange stray cat among many that come to visit him at the patio door and I can hear him coming he howls and lucky runs to the patio door which is no problem other than him spraying on the outside of the door so I have ot keep it shut or it comes thru the screen onto the carpet - But the other nite his came onto our front porch and jumped onto the little table sitting under our bedroom window and sat and just howled for lucky to come to the window - Cancel that nites sleep

Oh the joy of neighbourhood cats and there are many of them
Joanne Ontario

Hi!
I had an ice cream cake at a cookout recently - made of ice cream sandwiches and cool whip :) Does anyone know exactly how to make this? I think it was layered, there might have been chocolate syrup or something else in it too? Thanks!
Diana in RI

Nancy, Ditto & Nancylanders: Seeing the postings on the Salad Shooter in recent Newsletters prompts me to send in this bit. For Christmas Dinner last year one of the side dishes I was asked to prepare was 'Scalloped Potatoes'. Instead of slicing the potatoes like I've done so many times in the past, I got out the Salad Shooter and inserted the blade that slices the veggies in a crinkle, wavy shape (like ripple shaped potato chips). Well the Scalloped Potatoes were a big hit with the different cut on the potatoes. All of the family had positive comments to make about the dish - and I'll never make Scalloped Potatoes without using the Salad Shooter again. Just another thing I always try to do when making any potato dish is to soak the potatoes (whole, cubed, sliced, etc.) in salted water for at least 1 hour before doing any of the preparation. This seems to give the potatoes a little different texture and flavor.
Mr. Myron Drinkwater - Lake Forest, CA

Hi Nancy and Family (Yes, Ditto, you too!)
Still looking forward everyday to the newsletter. How to start a day off right: A cup of tea, a little bible and a Nancy Newsletter!

In July 11 th newsletter Doris S. Indiana was asking for a chicken salad recipe. Here is one my mom used to make - I make it for my family and everyone
loves it.

Chicken Salad

As much cooked chicken as you need ground up in a food processor.
chopped celery and onion
salt and pepper
Mayo (As much as you like)

Make up into sandwiches using whatever bread you like, I usually use large rolls. Goes great to a picnic!

Blessings to all. Bernadette, Nova Scotia
Print this Recipe

Help! Does anyone have a recipe for cooking a cornbeef brisket in the crock-pot? I have a great recipe that includes potatoes and apple juice but you have to cook it in the oven. Is there some sort of conversion chart? I honestly don't like corned-beef but my son was dating a girl who LOVED it so I bought it to serve when she came over but they broke up and now I'm stuck with it! Go figure.
Thanks, Elaine in Ohio

Hi Nancy, I was wondering if anyone has a clone recipe for McDonalds Chicken Nuggets? I have googled it, but nothing I have tried really comes close to it. I thought maybe someone has a way they know [TNT] to make them.
Mary from Newton Falls, Ohio

To Dorothy who is looking for Mexican Rice like that served at most Mexican restaurants, I suggest one that's a cut-above most. Purchase Zataran Spanish Rice that is available in most grocery stores in our area and Wal Mart. Follow package directions. Excellent.
Marvis in Texas

Hi this is for John about catfish fingers. I believe it was in the July 12 issue of your wonderful newsletter. Bisquick and beer makes the best batter for fish and veggies. It is simple, you can make as much as you need...thick or thin...just don't put very much spice in the batter as it will burn. I start out with about a cup of Bisquick...maybe a little corn meal for extra crunch...a little seasoning like lemon pepper and some garlic...no salt...put that on after it's cooked or you batter will not stick good to the fish. It's not the restaurant's recipe...but it is very good!
Nalaine

Sally in Pa.... tis is how I fix Candied Kielbasa. It is delicious and you cannot taste the horseradish. This recipe serves 4.

Candied Keilbasa

1/2 cup Brown sugar
1/4 cup catsup
2 TBSP horseradish
1 lb. keilbasa, sliced in links

In slow cooker, mix sugar, catsup and horseradish. Add sausage and mix well. Cook on high until it starts to boil, Reduce het to low and cook 45 mins. to 1 hour.
Barbara K
Print this Recipe

Mom's Zucchini Bread Recipe

3 c. Flour
2 1/2 c. sugar
1 tbl cinnamon (mom only uses 1 tsp)
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 1/4 c vegetable oil
4 eggs beaten
1 tbl + 1 tsp vanilla
4 cups shredded zucchini (mom peels it & takes out the seeds)
1 c. nuts (mom uses 1/2 c walnuts + 1/2 c black walnuts)
raisins (a handful more or less)
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda

Pour dry ingredients in a large bowl. Add remaining ingredients one at a time. Beat 1 minute on medium speed. Pour into greased loaf pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 50 to 60 minutes. Let cool slightly and remove from loaf pan. Roll in powdered sugar.
CMH
Print this Recipe

Good morning Nancy! These are from the 7/13/09 newsletter.

Nancy, I also miss Chef Raymo and his great recipes!
Chris in NM

Doris, S. Indiana, you could be right about the South having the most ‘Landers! However, don’t forget the UK, Canada, Greece and Australia! I am sure I missed a few countries there.
Chris in Southern NM

"Good morning to everyone in Nancyland, Am looking for TNT recipe for Chicken, broccoli and ziti.
Thank you all," Candy,

Chicken Broccoli and Macaroni Casserole

4 chicken breast halves
1 can cream of chicken soup
1/2 c. shell macaroni, uncooked
1/2 c. water
1 pkg. frozen broccoli

Cook chicken in a large pot. Drain into strainer, saving liquid. Pick over chicken removing skin and bones; serving size pieces. Cook macaroni in chicken broth. Drain and put into casserole, add soup and 1/2 cup water, mix. Ad par-cooked broccoli and chicken in layers. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until well warmed. Serves 4 Source: http://www.abbyskitchen.co.uk
Chris in NM

Dorothy, this is a good Mexican dish for beans and rice in the summertime!

Rice and Black Bean Salad

2 Cups cooked rice, cooled to room temperature
1 Cup cooked black beans
1 Cup fresh tomato, chopped
2 Ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
1 Tablespoon snipped fresh parsley
1/4 Cup light Italian dressing
1 Tablespoon fresh lime juice
lettuce leaves

Mix rice, beans, tomato, cheese (if desired), and parsley in large bowl. Pour dressing and lime juice over rice mixture; toss. Serve on lettuce leaves. Makes 4 servings.

Source: 1980-1990 BBS Boards Source: http://www.abbyskitchen.co.uk
Chris in NM

Print this Recipe

grannym IL, my Mother always put sweet pickle juice in her tuna salad, too! I did till I married my DH. He prefers dill pickles, diced. I made my tuna salad with a can of the white albacore tuna, diced sweet pickle relish (with a little juice), diced celery and Miracle Whip. Mom sometimes added diced hard boiled eggs to stretch it some.
Chris in NM

VB, this is as close as I could come to help with your request for a red velvet cake using a cake mix. Do you remember which newsletter you got your recipe? That might help!

Red Velvet Cake Using a Cake Mix

1 regular size box yellow cake mix
5 eggs
½ cup oil
1 cup buttermilk
2 tbsp. Watkins cocoa
2 ounces red food coloring.

Combine the above ingredients to thoroughly mix. ONLY add these ingredients - NOT those listed on the box. Bake according to box directions. Can be baked in 2 9" pans or a 13" x 9". Sunnywatkinsgirl in the 11/27/07 newsletter.
Chris in NM
Print this Recipe

Sue, Nancy has loads of crock pot recipes on her sites. Here are 2 I love to make! All her recipes are T & T. You will also find lots of crock pot recipes in many newsletters! There are quite a few in the July listing! Nancy even posted some for a 1 to a 1 ½ qt. crock pot in the listing of the June 2009 recipe index! That is great for one or two!

Crock Pot BBQ Pinto Beans

1 pound dried pinto beans
3 cups water
1 onion, chopped
1 18 ounce. bottle barbecue sauce
1/4 cup molasses
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Sort beans, rinse and drain. Combine all ingredients in 3 to 4 quart crockpot. Cover crockpot and cook on low for 8 to 9 hours or until beans are tender. 6 to 8 servings
http://www.abbys-kitchen.com/crockpot.asp
Chris in NM
Print this Recipe

Spicy Wine Pot Roast

3 to 4 pound beef pot roast
salt and pepper
1 small onion, chopped
1 pkg. brown gravy mix (¾ oz.)
1 cup water
1/4 cup catsup
1/4 cup dry red wine
2 tsp. Dijon-style mustard
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/8 tsp. garlic powder

Sprinkle meat with salt and pepper; place in slow-cooking pot. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over meat. Cover and cook on low 8 to 10 hours. Remove meat and slice. If desired, thicken sauce with flour dissolved in a small amount of water, and serve over meat. **I added potatoes and carrots about 3 ½ hours before eating. This was so good! I braised the roast before adding to pot. Makes 6 to 7 servings http://whatscookin.proboards.com/index.cgi Chris in NM

Dear Nancy,
I have an infestation of fruit flies!!! I inadvertently spilled some of my humming bird mixture into a container of bird seed and without realizing it, each time I opened the garage door let in a whole bunch of those swarming pests. I just thought they were coming from the fresh fruit I had laid on the counter but there were just so many of them. I went on line to find a solution and came up with the following: in a small bowl put some cut up fresh cut up fruit and a little orange juice, cover this mixture with glad wrap and poke holes in the plastic wrap with a meat fork. The bugs figure out a way to get into the bowl but are not able to get out of the holes you've made. So far as I've caught over two dozen and they still aren't all gone!! This is a great solution but I was wondering if anyone has another TNT recipe that might work better.
Thanks, Elaine in Ohio

Email Address to respond to newsletter replies, requests and tips. Please include date of newsletter, name of recipe and number of servings. Remember to include your name within the message as well.

Key to Newsletters
Red Bold Face letters - topic of message
Black Bold Face letters - Link to another page or site.