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Altena In DE. I found a number for George Foreman customer service. If you call maybe they can help find the oven you are looking for.
1-800-231-9786.
Theresa in MI

To Pauline in July 15 Newsletter = My recipe for "Pretzel Salad" a bit different from Jan's (July 16) in that you can use frozen strawberries as well as a few other minor changes.
Marilyn/Pittsburgh

Pretzel Salad

2 cups pretzels, crushed
3/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 tablespoon sugar
8 ounces cream cheese
1 cup sugar
2 cups frozen non-dairy topping
2 small boxes, 3 oz. each, strawberry Jell-O
2 cups boiling water
2- 10 oz. packages frozen strawberries (not thawed!)

Mix the pretzels, butter and 1 t. sugar together and press into the bottom of a 9”x 12” baking dish or pan and bake in preheated 400 oven for 8 minutes.
Cool.

Mix the cream cheese, 1 cup sugar and topping together and spread on cooled crust.

Dissolve the Jell-O in the boiling water and add the strawberries.

Pour the mixture over the cheese layer and chill until firm.
Marilyn/Pittsburgh
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I signed up e-cookbook library lifetime membership.  It's a  good buy for $19.97.  It is really the the best bargain on the net.
Linda NM

Karen from Wisconsin posted a dish called 4th of July Bean Casserole on June 30th.

Today (Sunday) our church had a cookout after church and we all pitched in dishes to accompany the hamburgers and hot dogs. I brought the dish and boy was it a hit!

I am enclosing a dish one of the ladies brought and it was wonderful!

Georgia Cornbread Salad

1 box of Jiffy cornbread mix. Make as the box directs.
When done, cool and crumble some on the bottom of a bowl. Add a layer of chopped onions, layer of chopped green pepper, layer of chopped tomatoes, repeat layers again,.starting with the crumbled cornbread. Spread mayonnaise over top and sprinkle on real bacon bits. She had crisp cooked bacon and crumbled it. Let sit all day in fridge or overnight. I thought it would be pretty to add grated cheese on top of the bacon.

It is sooooo good! I didn't remember she had told us she was bringing it and I took some and wondered what kind of salad it was. She asked me how I liked the cornbread salad. I told her I didn't see it, she showed me....that was it! She had made a large bowl so used 2 boxes of Jiffy cornbread mix. I told her I was going to share the recipe with all of you. She laughed and was so pleased.
Ann in middle GA
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Especially for Gloria in Indiana who is wanting a good shredded barbecue recipe for sandwiches. I highly recommend this one. It will yield enough meat for 12 sandwich buns. It freezes beautifully, and it can be thawed for party time, kept warm in crockpot for serving. Enjoy!

Barbequed Beef

3 pounds boneless chuck roast
1 1/2 cups ketchup
2 Tablespoons Dijon-style mustard
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. liquid smoke flavoring
1/2 tsp. seasoning salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/4 tsp. garlic powder

Place chuck roast in crockpot. Combine remaining ingredients in mising bowl. Pour BBQ sauce mixture over chuck roast. Cover and cook on LOW 8-10 hrs. (prefer 10 hrs.). Remove chuck roast from crock pot and shred meat by using 2 forks to pull apart. Place shredded meat back in crockpot. Stir meat to evenly coat with sauce. Cover and continue cooking on LOW for 30-45 minutes. Spoon meat onto sandwich buns. Serves 12.
Marvis in Texas
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Hi all, this is for Kathi in Virginia (July 18, 2009 Newsletter) Banana Cream Pie is my youngest sons all time favorite too. Enjoy.
Jane from NC

Banana Cream Pie

1 baked 9" pie shell
3 large bananas

Mix together in saucepan:
2/3 cup sugar
3 Tbs. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. salt

Gradually stir in:
3 cups milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils. Boil 1 min. Remove from heat and gradually stir at least half of the hot mixture into 3 slightly beaten egg yolks (I use the whole egg). Then blend the hot mixture back in saucepan. Boil 1 minute more, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in 1 Tbs. butter and 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla. Cool filling.

Slice the bananas into the pie shell and pour filling over them. Chill. I serve this with sweetened whipped cream.
Jane from NC
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How to Make an Easy Pizza in as Little as 20 Minutes

For Gloria, IN:
Here are two barbecued beef sandwich recipes for your consideration.

Barbecued Beef Sandwiches (Pillsbury)

3-1/2-4 lbs beef round steak, trimmed of fat and cut into 1" pieces
1 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 tbsp chili powder
1/2 cup ketchup
1/3 cup cider vinegar
12 oz can or bottle of beer
6 oz can tomato paste
20 hamburger buns, split

In a 3-1/2-4 qt slow cooker, combine all ingredients except buns; mix well. Cover; cook on LOW 10-12 hours. With slotted spoon, remove meat from sauce. Place meat in a large bowl. With two forks, shred beef. Add 2 cups of sauce from slow cooker; mix well. Spoon mixture into buns. If desired, serve with extra sauce.

Tangy Barbecued Beef Sandwiches

3 cups chopped celery
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup ketchup
1 cup barbecue sauce
1 cup water
2 tbsp vinegar
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 boneless chuck roast, 3-4 lbs
14-16 hamburger buns

In a slow cooker, combine the first 12 ingredients; mix well. Add roast. Cover and cook on HIGH 6-7 hours or until meat is tender. Remove roast from slow cooker; cool. Shred meat and return to sauce; heat through. Use a slotted spoon to serve on buns.
grannym IL
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Good morning Nancy,
Sounds like you had a good Friday (except of course Ditto's dreaded jabs). We are having a lot of rumblings of thunder and lots of rain AGAIN! Charly has used her litter tray last night, for the first time this year. .She looked out the porch door, I opened it, she put her two front paws tentatively over the threshold - decided she wasn't in the mood for the dash to wherever and back pedalled inside. She's nobody's fool. I decided not to go out too, made our meal from something in the freezer.

I've discovered that Beefaroni is a specialty of American cuisine. Sue in NC sent me the recipe ages ago, but I never got around to trying it. I came across a similar version in E-Cookbooks, so decided as I had mince (ground beef) in the freezer, I'd give it a try. Did it in the slo-cooker. Sent an email to my Scottish friend who lives in Texas and told her I was trying Beefaroni and had she heard of it. Well she threatened me with not bringing me my Bread and Butter pickles in September, if I messed about with the Beefaroni recipe. Also was told "don't forget the cheese on top". On her yearly visits she has never, ever mentioned this dish. She says it's a bit like Scottish Stovies, a filling, delicious, one pot dish. The DH loved it and gave it 9 out of 10. I'm not putting my version of the recipe down in writing here, just in case Dot reads it and doesn't like it and doesn't bring my pickles.
Has anyone heard from Billie in Fl., I do miss her and her recipes.
Sylvia <Scotland>

Good evening Nancy and all...Gloria, Indiana is asking for BBQ recipes for the party she will be giving for her DH in September. Just last evening I came across this really terrific web site that she can get loads of recipes and ideas from: http://www.bbqtalk.ca/forums/

I recently made the yellow cake with pineapple and have to say it is to die for. My husband and friends really loved it, however I couldn't find the pineapple pudding mix and I looked in three stores, so I used the cheesecake instant pudding and it was wonderful. I would think you could use any kind of instant pudding.
Judi In Mass

Hi Chris, This is the Spanish Rice I've made for years, my Grandma's, then my Mom's recipe, now mine...

Eve's Spanish Rice
Serves 4 to 6

Inexpensive, delicious, and very easy to make.

1 lb. ground beef
1/2 C. uncooked regular rice
2 or 3 large onions - sliced
2 tsp. salt
1 large green pepper - chopped
1 to 2 tsp. chili powder
1 (16 oz..) can diced tomatoes
red pepper flakes to taste
salt & pepper to taste
garlic salt to taste

Heat oven to 350 degrees F. In large skillet, cook and stir meat, onion and green pepper until meat is brown and vegetables are tender. Drain off fat. Stir in tomatoes, rice, salt, chili powder and pepper; heat Adjust seasonings. Pour into ungreased 2-quart casserole. Cover; bake 1 hour.
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For Tracy in PA, meals for 2... here are three of my favorites...

Barley Burger Stew
2 Servings

"I found this hearty stew recipe in an old cookbook purchased at a flea market," recalls Judy McCarthy of Derby, Kansas. "The blend of beef and barley really hits the spot on cool days."

1/2 pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped celery
2-1/4 cups tomato juice or V-8 reg or spicy
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup medium pearl barley
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook beef, onion and celery until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato juice, water, barley, chili powder, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 50-60 minutes or until barley is tender.
Eve in WI
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Quick and Easy Chicken and Dumplings
Serves 2

Short on time? Serve up a delicious comfort food favorite for two in just 15 minutes.

1 can (19 oz) Progresso® chicken vegetable soup
2 Pillsbury® Grands!® frozen buttermilk biscuits (from 25-oz bag)

In medium saucepan, heat soup just to boiling over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, place frozen biscuits on microwaveable plate. Microwave on High 15 to 30 seconds or just until biscuits begin to thaw. Cut each biscuit into 6 pieces.
Place biscuit pieces on top of simmering soup. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 6 to 7 minutes or until dumplings are fluffy and no longer doughy in center.
Eve in WI
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Spicy Beef Chow Mein 
SERVES 2 , 2 full meals
spicy, flavorful, 1 bowl meal, low fat

2 (3 ounce) packages beef-flavor ramen noodles
1 1/2 lbs beef (any lean cut)
4 scallion (if your garlic or onion grew a green top in storage use this)
1 cup slivered onion
5 garlic clove, minced
6 tablespoons fresh parsley, coarsely chopped incl. minced stems
1 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons sesame seed
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger or 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1-2 tablespoon honey or sugar
1-2 tablespoon sesame oil (optional) or vegetable oil (optional)
2 teaspoons rice vinegar (optional) or white vinegar (optional)
2 teaspoons lime juice or 2 lime wedge

Cut beef into 1/2 inch pieces. Mince garlic and parsley stems (and ginger if fresh), coarsely chop parsley leaves, chop celery, scallions and finely slice onion (1 medium/small). Drop ramen noodles into boiling water, remove from heat, allow to cool a few minutes then drain. Noodles will not be fully cooked yet. Heat frying pan or wok to med high, add 1/2 cup water, seasoning pkts, and onion. Cook a couple minutes. Add beef pieces, toss so each side is browned, add all other vegetables/flavorings. Add ramen noodles, toss, heat thru couple minutes. Serve in two bowls and top with lime juice.
Eve in WI
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Granny
The following link takes you to a page where you can find your specific representatives and senators. Each person's web site has a place for sending an email. I write them regularly, and usually get a response. One of my senators writes a letter addressing the matters I raised; the other sends a form email. You can also send an email to Pres. Obama.
http://www.usa.gov/Contact/Elected.shtml
jeanlock in McLean VA

Reply about what to include in letter to government officials.
To Mad Granny in KY: When you write to government officials, be certain to include your detailed plans and solutions for solving the nation's problems if you don't agree with what is being done.
Athena in DE

Comment
All other messages that came in went directly to Granny. I do not wish to have political debates in the newsletter.
Nancy Rogers

This is for ED who is looking for lemon pie cooked in a double boiler. It DOES have corn starch in it, so may not be what you have in mind but it is GOOD! This is the one I use and LOVE it.

Favorite Lemon Meringue Pie

Graham Cracker Crust - (9 inches if you can find it, I have to use Keebler's
10" ones as I can't find the 9 inch ones).

1 cup boiling water
1/8 tsp salt
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup lemon juice(Realemon can be used)
3 egg yolks -- slightly beaten
1 tablespoon or more unsalted butter

Mix sugar, cornstarch, and boiling water. Add egg yolks, lemon juice, butter, and salt. Cook in double boiler until thickened. Cool, pour into baked pie shell. Top with meringue, whipped topping, or whipped cream. If meringue is used, return to oven to brown the meringue.

MY NOTES : I first made this May 19, 2007. It was absolutely delicious! It DID take a LONG time in my double boiler (30 minutes) to gel enough to hold as a pie, but that worked. I think I have FOUND my Lemon pie - but I will continue to experiment on trying to not have to cook it so long.
Barbara in AL
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Hi Nancy, I almost forgot to tell you and everyone else. I made a great SW dish last night. It is a keeper!

Beef Taco Skillet, my way
Adapted from a Campbell's Kitchen recipe
Serves: 3 - 4

1 pound ground beef
1 can (10 3/4 ounces) tomato sauce
1 sm. 6 oz. chopped Hatch green chiles

1 small onion, diced
1/2 cup salsa – I used my old stand-by, Chi Chi’s mild salsa
1/2 cup water
3 corn tortillas, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 to 3/4 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese

Cook the beef in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until it's well browned, stirring often to separate meat. Add diced onions to beef and sauté’ till soft. Pour off any fat.

Stir the sauce, salsa, water, green chiles and tortillas in the skillet and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cook for 5 minutes. Stir the beef mixture. Top with the cheese.

Creamy Mexican Fiesta: Stir in 1/2 cup sour cream with the soup.

Ranchero Style: Use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas and shredded Mexican cheese blend instead of Cheddar. I used our Presto square 10” electric skillet.
Chris in NM
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Hi Nancy and All,
Isn't it great to see lots of new members joining and enjoying Nancy's message boards!

I'm sure that you have worked out how to comment on recipes, or even sent in some of your treasured ones. If you are having any problems just pop into the General Board:
http://whatscookin.proboards.com/
and someone will be only to happy to help you.

There is a modify button, which is great for adding to your existing posted recipes once you have tweaked it. We all like the personal touch.

Re registering on the Nancy's message boards:
http://whatscookin.proboards.com/index.cgi

Nancy has provided a "hide" facility for you email address, age etc. It is a long time since I registered, but I'm sure Nancy suggests that you hide personal details.

It is a good idea to keep your email address confidential.
Sylvia <Scotland>

Re: Ditto lets me live in his house.

That's because you are his human, Nancy.
Dianne in Houston

Help I have the Nuwave oven I just got and want to cook a rib roast on it, to medium temp, does anyone have the Nuwave oven and any easy recipes?
thanks
lindah in Texas

I am going to be cooking for a children's camp for at risk kids. Does anyone have nutritious but cost effective recipes for campers and councilors?
Barry

To Carol from MA; I am originally from Baltimore also and have never heard of Smearcase cake nor the Velma Bakery. I do remember Muhly’s (sp) Bakery and their peach cake, made with yeast dough. I have never found peach cake like it anywhere. I was in Baltimore this past week and was able to find peach cake at Simon’s Bakery in Cockeysville. Brought it back home with me, along with Utz potato chips & Tastykakes. If I had the cooler space, I would have gotten Esskay Hotdogs. LOL
PJ in MB

Shoepeg Corn Salad

2 cans shoe peg corn, drained
1 green pepper, chopped fine
1 bunch green onions, chopped fine
1 jar pimento, drained and chopped
1/2 c. ripe olives, sliced
1 c. grated Cheddar cheese

Toss together with 8 oz. low calorie or regular Italian dressing. Serves 12 to 14.
Sue
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Pecan Crusted Chicken

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
1-1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 cup chopped pecans
1 pinch white sugar
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons light olive oil

In a small bowl, mix the eggs with the milk. Set aside. In a medium bowl, mix together flour, seasoning, cinnamon, pecans, sugar, and salt and pepper. Dip the chicken in the egg mix, and roll in the pecan mix. Fry in hot olive oil until golden, about 6 minutes or so. Check to make sure pecans don't burn. Place on paper towel to drain.
Makes 4 servings.
Sue
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To Lindsay whose cat peed while she was gone away for a few days. When you say she has no bladder infection, does that mean you've taken her to the vet and they've tested her urine? I've had many cats as I have done rescue for 25 years and if they are doing something they never did before, they normally have a health issue and need a full check-up or something stressful has made them change. As a matter of fact I have on antibiotics now for a bladder infection. It is only logical that a cat that has not done it for most of the their life who begins doing it needs to be checked out thoroughly before making her pay with her life.
Kathie in AZ 

Lindsay in the UP RE: Cat urinates where she shouldn't

Please please don't put Kitty down for this. I am glad you had her checked for Kidney infection and bought a bigger litter box-but there are many causes of inappropriate toileting. Have you changed your litter brand or has the litter company changed something like texture or smell (or odor blocking agents). What do you wash litter box in-do you use bleach or pine-sol type cleaners that could leave a smell. Where Is litter box located? Did something scare kitty in the box? Any major household changes-people in or out, remodeling, painting or carpeting ? Maybe some change in food (types or brands) or meds( if she takes any). I would re-check the kidneys though-as this is the most common problem-especially w/ males. The pain becomes associated with the box and they go elsewhere. You might consider a cage for Kitty and it should be big enough to accommodate a litter box. Or confine to say a bathroom or other space that you can easily clean until problem solved. Some require the box to be pristine and some couldn't care less. just try everything and try to find the problem. Trust me kitty would prefer to use the box and there is a reason she won't- it's our job to figure it out. Good luck and let us know what happens- there's lots of animal lovers here.
Cheryl,Charlotte

Nancy!
Is it okay to advise Susie in Indy to please tell her DHs doctor about his confusion on e-mail and phone systems? My brother had triple by-pass and for a short time believed that what was good for him, wasn't good for him and vice versa. He is fine now. I am not sure whether it has to do with amounts of oxygen and the brain during surgery or what. But she should let his doctor know.

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