Favorite Recipes from Kathy's Cupboard
Amazing that one can use SO many Scotch bonnet peppers (Habanero) and jalapenos and it comes out sweet, mildly spicy and so tasty … a small bite on the end of the taste but it works. I made 12 pints from this recipe and went through 1 1/2 jars the very next two meals. (Pepper …
This is one of the easiest frosting ever and especially made for my angel food cake. 1 pint Heavy Whipping Cream 1 Box Jiffy Fudge Frosting – If you can find the “Jiffy” brand of fudge frosting it’s the bomb for this recipe (stock up on them when you find them). However you can also …
Fun way to change up the traditional chips and dip, use duros (also known as pasta para duros, duritos, durros, pasta para durito, chicharrines, churritos, Mexican wagon wheels or pin wheels). Of course you can always use traditional chips. Duritos Wheels Ingredients 1 pkg (4oz) Duritos (Wheels or Squares) 2 cups of Olive Oil In …
One of my favorite of all chocolate creations. I have such great memories of my Mom and Aunt Hansel making this fudge and letting me lick the spoon. This certainly is easy and an all time treat. My Aunt’s original handwritten recipe 12 oz Milk Chocolate Chip 6 oz Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips 4 …
My version of the classic Catalina Dressing. I like to zip it up… add a touch of cayenne. 1/2 C Sugar 1/2 C Catsup 1/3 C Vinegar 1 T Onion – grated 1 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp dry mustard 1/4 tsp chili powder 1/4 tsp celery seed 1/4 tsp paprika or cayenne pepper 1 …
I have never liked spinach until this recipe. Of course everything is great with Bacon. I made this after Joe and I were first married, loved it, lost it and found it again 20 yrs later. I still love it. Salad 8 ounces young spinach 4 large white mushrooms, sliced 3 ounces red onion (1 …
This salad is an old fashion favorite, sweet crunchy and a whole lot of country. For a lower calorie version you can substitute yogurt for the mayo, but live a little the mayo rocks. Salad 2 Lrg Apples (Red delicious for the flavor and color) 2 rib Celery 1/2 C Nuts – Walnuts or pecans …
What to do with all those extra late season tomatoes ??? Make Salsa and can it up. 3 gal Tomato puree (food processor or grinder needed) 3 T Salt 3 T Black Pepper 6 Onions (ground – food processor or grinder needed) 18 Garlic Cloves (ground – food processor or grinder needed) 4 T Cumin …
Can it up and have it stored for the rainy days ahead. This from my sister, Maxine. She is an amazing woman and what a Cook!! Thanks, sis. (Makes 24 pints – hot bath canning method used) 15 lbs ripe Tomatoes 3 lrg Bell Peppers 6 lrg Onions 1 stalk Celery 6 C Tomato Paste …
I’m not kidding. I had this with fried potatoes and green beans for supper as a kid. As a camper meal this was a supper saver many times. 1 can Spam 2 eggs 1 pkg saltine crackers Salt Pepper Oil – to fry Crush saltine crackers until very fine add salt and pepper, mix well. …
These are so good with Bourbon Pork Chops. 4 lrg Baking Potatoes 1/4 C Onions – chopped 1/4 C Celery – Chopped 1/4 C Broccoli – separated 2 T Carrot – shredded 4 T Butter 2 T Milk Salt Pepper 1/4 C Cheese – grated (can be omitted) 1/2 Tsp Chives – chopped Bacon Bits …
Give Thanksgiving some color, can’t remember one without this on the table. 2 cans Cranberry sauce 2 C boiling water 1 C Nuts – chopped 1 C Crushed Pineapple 2 3 oz pkgs Cherry or Cranberry Jello 1 C Celery – fine chopped 2 C applies – fine chopped Dissolve jello in water. Add remaining …
I found this in a handwritten book. I remember Grandma Rudy Wilson’s garden and her fence of rainbow sweetpeas that surrounded it. Please take this endearing recipe as a reminder of our heritage (transcribed exactly as written). I wonder what was in her spice bag! Roundup out of the garden 10 # bucket ripe Tomotoes …
1 3/4 C Flour 1/2 tsp Salt 1 tsp Baking Soda 1 tsp Baking Powder 1/2 tsp Cinnamon 1/4 tsp Nutmeg (can be omitted) 1 C Sugar 1 tsp Vanilla 1/2 C Oil 1/4 C Milk 2 Eggs 1 C Smashed Banana 1/2 C Nuts – crushed Preheat oven to 350º Grease and flour two …
Larry Smith (brother-in-law) used to make this for me when I would visit Maxine and him during my summers growing up. I would do almost anything to get him to make this for me. 4 C Sugar 2 T Cocoa 1 1/2 C Milk 1/2 C Peanut Butter Heat sugar, cocoa, milk and butter to …
My Aunt MaryLou Fringer made this for my daddy when I was about 12 and it became one of his all time favorites. He loved this dish with fresh biscuits. Use a cast iron skillet if you have one. 2 lb Hamburger 1 sm Onion – chopped 1 can Whole Kernel Corn (drained) 2 cans …
1 3-pound Seedless Watermelon, diced (about 5 cups), divided 1 small Cucumber, peeled, seeded, diced (about 1 cup) 1/2 medium-size Yellow Bell Pepper, seeded, diced (about 1 cup) 1 small Jalapeño Chile, seeded, minced 3 pale green inner Celery stalks, diced (about 1/2 cup) 1/2 small Red Onion, diced (about 1 cup) 1/4 cup finely …
2 cups ripe Tomatoes, seeded & diced or 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes, diced 1 1/2 cups Cucumbers, diced 1/4 cup sweet onion, diced 1 Jalapeno, seeded and finely diced 4 tsp Lemon Juice 2 tsp Red Wine Vinegar or 2 tsp Balsamic Vinegar 1 T Sugar 1/4 tsp Chili Flakes 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp …
Ethiopia – Antelope Stewed in Red Pepper Sauce 2 lb. lean boneless Antelope (elk, deer, beef), cut into 1″ pieces 2 Onions, finely chopped 1/3 C Niter Kebbeh (Spiced Butter) 2 cloves Garlic, minced 1 tsp finely chopped Ginger Root 1/4 tsp ground Fenugreek 1/8 tsp ground Cloves 1/8 tsp ground Allspice 1/8 tsp ground …
Ethiopia – Chicken Stewed in Red Pepper Paste (Doro Wat) One 2-1/2 lb. chicken,cut into 8 serving pieces 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (keep lemon aside) 2 teaspoons salt 2 onions, finely chopped 1/4 cup Niter Kebbeh (Spiced Butter or clarified butter) 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger root 1/4 teaspoon ground …
1/2 lb large white Mushrooms 4 slices favorite smoked bacon 3 Green Onions – chopped tiny use greens 1/2 tsp worcestershire sauce 1 tsp Butter Brown Bacon (don’t overcook, it will continue to cook in broiler) and chop small add onions, butter and sauce. Mix and place a drop into the cap of each mushroom. …
1 – 1 1/2 lb lean Roast – If am lucky enough to have antelope but a small beef roast will work 2 14 oz can Beef Broth – You need enough to cover meat 1 lrg Green Bell Pepper – sliced thin strips 1 lrg Onion – sliced 1 C Mushrooms – washed and …
This is a chowder style soup using milk base. You can adjust this recipe to fit you taste. But use this base and then add corn, cooked diced potatoes, or a savory herb. 1 can Canned Salmon (clean and deboned) 1/4 C Celery (1 rib) – fine chop 1/4 C Onion – fine chop 1/4 …
You’ll want to use a food processor or grinder for this. Vegetable base: 1/4 Green Bell Pepper 1/4 small Yellow Onion 1/2 Celery Rib 2″ piece Fresh Ginger 5 Cloves Garlic 1/2 lrg Jalapeno Process all above ingredients in processor until pureed. Sauce: 2 T Oyster Sauce 2 T Soy Sauce 2 T Fish Sauce …
This is such a great all around cake. I remember my Mom baking this and what a great smell in the kitchen, warm and delicious. The praline icing is so good. I bake this one for Jorel on his birthday, he loves it. 1 1/4 C boiling Water 1 C Oatmeal 1/2 C Butter 1 …
This on one of Dad’s favorites. 1 can canned salmon – clean from skin and bones 1/3 C fresh Celery – chopped fine 1/3 C Bell Pepper – chopped fine 1/3 C Yellow Onions – chopped fine 1/2 tsp Garlic – grated 2/3 C Saltine Crackers – crushed fine 1 Egg – beaten 1/4 tsp …
This is one of my Mom’s favorite cakes. I remember people coming over to visit and if she didn’t have one baked she would get up and whip one together. Visitors always stayed waiting to eat this super great cake with a fresh cup of coffee. 2 C Sugar 1 stick Butter 4 T Cocoa …
Shrimp count per size * Extra Large 26-30, Large 31-35, Medium Large 36-40 Figure 6 lrg or 8 med/lrg shrimp per guest 1 – 1 1/2 lb Extra Large Shrimp (cleaned, shelled, deveined) 1 pkg Bacon 1 Jalapeno – sliced into thin strips lengthwise Cheese 1/8 inch thick 2 inch long Prepare each shrimp by …
Shrimp count per size * Extra Large 26-30, Large 31-35, Medium Large 36-40 Figure 6 lrg or 8 med/lrg shrimp per guest 1 lb Shrimp – (I leave the shells on for flavor) Just have extra napkins ready. 2 qrts Water 1 Lemon – sliced 2 tsp Creole Seasoning 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder 1/2 tsp …
2 medium size crabs or 4 king crab legs per person (You can also use 8 lrg shrimp with shells on per person) 1/2 C Peanut Oil 2 tsp grated fresh Ginger 3 cloves Garlic, finely chopped 2 T Green Onions (use green ends) 3 fresh Red Chilies, seeded and chopped 1/4 C Tomato Sauce …
When spooned over a simple iceberg lettuce salad this easy clone transforms your bowl of greens into a great start for any meal. Making the dressing is as simple as dumping the ingredients into a blender, whizzing it up, and popping it into the cooler to chill. 1/2 C minced onion 1/2 C peanut oil …
This has nothing to do with the grill or bbq sauce. But it is awesome. Just don’t eat it everyday although you will crave it!! Enjoy this one. 2-2 1/2 lbs. Jumbo Shrimp, unpeeled (20) shrimp to a pound), split and deveined 3 stick Butter — REALLY — Don’t whine just use it. It’s a …
This is a fall put away for the year project. It must be pressure canned (make sure all your canning equipment is in good order, check all canner seals and valves) This soup is hardy and super versatile, use as is, mix with a favorite meat or poultry, make a pot pie, use as a …
Livia (pictured) jars up fresh ground applesauce. She loves it and can eat about 1/3 of a jar or about 1 whole apple per serving. What a great way to get your child to eat good stuff. 20-25 lb favorite apples – 1 1/2 lbs of apples for each pint (25 lb box will yield …
Apple slices, ready to use for apple crumb, pies, salads or serve with meats 20-25 lb favorite apples 2 lrg cans pineapple juice Allow 1 1/2 lbs of apples for each pint (25 lb box will yield about 16 pints) Peel and core apples. Cut apples in 1/2 wedges, as you are cutting the apples …
For those who do not like mayo this is a great alternative to traditional potato salads. This can be adjusted for a no cheese version. 16 small New Red Potatoes (do not peel) Olive Oil, for brushing potato slices Kosher Salt freshly ground Black Pepper 6 oz Watercress, coarsely chopped 2 Scallions, thinly sliced for …
You’ll need a food grinder, processor or blender to use this one. I usually use my grinder. Great accompaniment to turkey or pork 1 12 oz. bag fresh cranberries 2 large oranges 1 C white Sugar Rinse and drain cranberries, cut oranges into usable pieces. Grind, blend or process berries and oranges. Add sugar 1/2 …
This is from our very favorite Sushi restaurant in Denver. Jorel had his first solid food there – Sushi Rice. 1 C Soy (I use Kikkomon light soy) 1 C Saki 1 C Sugar Mix together in sauce pan and simmer on low until reduced to 1 – 1 1/2 cups. Sauce will be glossy …
This is usually used for the green papaya salad but works well for the grilled lemongrass dishes and other salads. 1/4 C freshly squeezed Lime Juice 1/3 T Sugar 4 T Fish Sauce 1 T minced Garlic 1 T Hot Chili Sauce, (Sriracha) Can add for a new twist some or all of: 1 very …
2 Lbs Boneless Chicken (can be skewered or flat grilled) 1/2 C Lemongrass – Fresh (not dried) (fine grate/chop – Food processor works great) 1/4 C Oil 1/4 C Fish Sauce 1/4 C Oyster Sauce 2 T Brown Sugar 1 T Curry Powder 6 Cloves Garlic – Really! (fine grate) Combine all ingredients (except meat) …
This is Lindsey’s favorite and a pleaser at any dinner party !! Given to me by a Vietnamese Chef in 1989 2 1/2 – 3 Lbs Boneless Pork Roast (Slightly freeze for easy slicing) 1 C Lemongrass – Fresh (not dried) (fine grate/chop – Food processor works great) 1/4 C Honey 1/4 C Oil 1/3 …
2 1/2 – 3 Lbs Pork Ribs (Back, spare, or country) 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder 1/2 tsp Onion Powder 1/2 tsp Black Pepper 1/4 tsp Hot Pepper Flakes 1/2 tsp Montreal Steak Seasoning 1/4 tsp Course Salt 1/4 C Light soy 6 oz favorite beer (so you can drink the rest) Heat oven to 320º. …
5-6 Pork Chops 1 inch thick 3 Oranges – Zested (keep zest and it set aside), cut into 1/4 inch slices 2 Large white or yellow onions, cut into 1/4 inch slices 2 Large sweet potatoes/yams or 3 large white potatoes, cut into 1/4 inch slices 2 1/2 C Orange Juice (if using frozen concentrated …
1 lb mushrooms – rinsed and sliced 1 lrg white Onion – sliced 1 lrg green Bell Pepper – seeded and sliced 1/2 C butter Sauce: 2 T Mustard (can substitute 1 tsp dry yellow mustard) 2 T Worcestershire sauce 1/2 C Brown Sugar – packed 3/4 C Red Wine Salt Pepper Saute mushrooms, onions …
This is written for an appetizer but can be increased for a main course, add additional 1/2 pound large shrimp. 1 lb Large Raw Shrimp ( I use large size 20-30 count per pound), clean, peel and devein shrimp. 1 1/4 C Shredded Coconut 1/2 C White Flour 1/4 tps Salt 3 Eggs 3 C …
4 C Green Papaya (julienned, shredded) or large Zucchini (julienned or waffle cut) 4 cloves Garlic – pressed Hot peppers to taste – (julienned if using fresh jalapeno peppers) Dressing: 1/4 C freshly squeezed lime juice 1/3 T Sugar 4 T Fish sauce 1 T minced garlin 1 T hot chili sauce, (Sriracha) 1/2 C …
Truly a great cake. I have made this cake for Joe’s birthday for over 25 years (1985-2013). I found this in an old Betty Crocker Cookbook and it is so special. It really matters if you’re at a high altitude to use the proper adjustments. 1 C Cake Flour 1 1/2 C Powdered sugar 12 …
The secret of this recipe is the sauce. 5-6 Pork Chops – 1 inch thick Salt Pepper 1 C Molasses (I prefer Brer Rabbit brand) 1 C Bourbon (Jim Beam) 1 C Heavy Cream (do not use half/half) Sauce: Heat the molasses and bourbon is medium size pan (mixture will bubble up when stirred and …
1 C Molasses (I prefer Brer Rabbit brand)- mild) 1 C Bourbon (Jim Beam) 1 C Heavy Cream (do not use half/half) Heat the molasses and bourbon is medium size pan (mixture will bubble up when stirred and can make quite a mess if you use a small pan.) Heat Molasses and Bourbon to a …
1 C Onion – chopped 3 cloves Garlic – chopped 4 T Butter 1 C Ketchup 1/2 C Water 1/3 C Vinegar 3 T Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp Hot Sauce (Sriracha or can be omitted for mild sauce) 1 T Paprika 1 tsp Pepper 1 T Dry Mustard 3 T packed Brown Sugar Melt butter …