Treasured Family Recipes
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BLT Bites
Cut a thin slice off each tomato top. Scoop out and discard the pulp. Invert the tomatoes to drain.In a small bowl, combine all remaining in...
Chex Party Mix
Heat oven to 250°F. Melt the butter in a large roasting pan. Stir in the seasonings. Gradually stir in the remaining ingredients until evenl...
Chocolate Pretzel Rings
Place pretzels on greased baking sheets. Place a chocolate kiss in the center of each ring.Bake at 275°F for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the ch...
Cinnamon Pretzels
Mix the first three ingredients. Put the pretzels in a bag, then pour the mixture over the pretzels and stir well.Place on a cookie sheet. B...
Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
Place the cucumber slices in a colander set in the sink. Pour the vinegar and 2 teaspoons of the salt over them. Drain for at least 20 minut...
Deviled Eggs
Place the eggs in a large saucepan and add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to just below simmering, cover, and cook for...
Fran's Pineapple Cheese Ball
Combine the cream cheese, pineapple, green onions, bell pepper, and 1/2 cup chopped pecans.Chill and shape into a ball.Roll the ball in the...
Fruit Dip
Mix all ingredients until smooth.Serve with an assortment of sliced fruits.
Raisin Filled Cookies
Dough: Cream together the sugar and shortening. Add the milk, baking soda, and salt; mix well.Stir in enough flour to make a rollable dough....
Peanut Butter Fudge
Combine the first five ingredients in a large heavy saucepan and mix well.Bring to a boil and cook slowly until the mixture reaches a light...
Shoo Fly Pie
Stir together the flour, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda.Cut in the lard or butter until the mixture is crumbly.Stir together the molass...