Three bean salad is the most basic of the bean salad recipes. This little gem of a salad is often overlooked by people who spend hours searching for the exotic. A little trick I use sometimes is to add a handful of roasted peanuts just before serving to add some crunch. This isn't cheating because the peanut is a bean and not a nut. Ingredients 1 16 oz can (450 grams) green beans 1 16 oz can (450 grams) kidney beans 1 16 oz can (450 grams) wax beans 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper (capsicum) 1/2 cup sugar 2/3 cup vinegar 1/2 cup salad oil 1/4 tsp black ground pepper 1/4 tsp … [Read more...]
Exotic Pork Tenderloin
An exotic, homemade marinade made with papaya, pineapple and honey gives this Pork Tenderloin Recipe its bold, unique flavor. A simple to make dish perfect for Easter dinner. Ingredients 1 (4 lb.) pork tenderloin 1 cup papaya, diced 2/3 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup pineapple juice 6 scallions cut into pieces 1/2 fresh cilantro leaves, packed loosely 3 garlic cloves, peeled 3 Tbsp ginger 4 Tbsp honey 4 Tbsp of rice vinegar 2 Tbsp sesame oil 2 Tbsp red pepper flakes 3 Tbsp canola oil Instructions Tenderloin preparation: Rinse the meat and pat dry. Trim fat and iridescent … [Read more...]
Pineapple Casserole Recipe
This Pineapple Casserole Recipe doubles as a delicious side dish to ham or a refreshing dessert. Top with mini marshmallows and serve at Easter for a treat guests will love. Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar 3 Tbsp self-rising flour 1 (20 oz.) can pineapple tidbits, reserve juice 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated 1/2 cup crackers, crushed 1/4 cup butter, melted Method Preheat the oven to 300F degrees. Toss sugar and flour together in a large mixing bowl. Pour in pineapple and juice. Add cheese and mix until blended. Coat a 2 qt casserole dish with a non-stick cooking … [Read more...]
JELL-O® Fruit Salad
A classic holiday treat, this JELL-O Fruit Salad Recipe uses sour cream and fresh fruit to make a tasty and colorful side dish. Use a holiday-themed mold to make it the centerpiece of an Easter table. Ingredients 2 (3 oz.) boxes apricot gelatin 2 cup boiling water 2 cup sour cream, divided 4 tsp lemon peel, grated and divided 1 (16 oz.) can apricot halves, drained and chop coarsely 2 Tbsp sugar 1 tsp ginger 1 Tbsp lemon juice Instructions Mix gelatin carefully with boiling water, whisking until completely dissolved. Fold in 1 cup of sour … [Read more...]
Green Bean Recipe with Honey and Cranberries
Not your mother's green bean recipe, but just as easy to make. The tart cranberries and the sweet honey compliment each other to make this a tasty holiday dish. Ingredients 2 (16 oz) pkg frozen cut green beans 2 t orange peel, grated 1 C cranberries, dried 1 C bacon bits 4 T honey Instructions Follow directions on the package to cook the green beans, but also include the orange peel. Drain well. Place into a serving dish. Add bacon bits and cranberries and toss to combine. Drizzle honey over the mixture and stir gently to cover all. Serves … [Read more...]
Easter Peeps Cake
Marshmallow chicks and bunnies make this Easter Peeps Cake a fun treat to make as well as eat. Ingredients 1 (18.25 oz.) spice cake mix 1 (16 oz.) container butter cream frosting 1 (10 oz.) bag of coconut, shredded 3 drops of green food coloring 1 (6 ct. each) pkg. of Peeps marshmallow chicks and bunnies Instructions Bake the cake as directed in a 9 x 13 pan. Allow to cool completely and frost with butter cream icing. Put coconut and green food coloring into a plastic bag. Seal and shake until the coconut is the desired shade. Sprinkle the … [Read more...]
Easter Ham
The traditional Easter ham gets a surprising addition in this recipe. Apples and dumplings make this boiled ham a flavorful holiday dinner. Ingredients 3 lbs. ham, cooked 1 tsp salt 4 cup dried tart apples 3 Tbsp of brown sugar 1 onion, chopped fine 2 cup of flour 4 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1 large egg, beaten 3 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted 1/2 cup milk Instructions Ham instructions: Place ham in a large pot. Salt and just cover with water. (Do not fill pot with water.) Bring to a steady boil. … [Read more...]
Easter Egg Cookies
These candy-coated peanut butter Easter Egg Cookies are a colorful treat for holiday gatherings. Ingredients 1 cup of smooth peanut butter 1 cup of margarine 1 cup of firmly packed brown sugar 2 eggs 2 tsp vanilla 3 cups of flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 lb. dark chocolate coating wafers 1/4 lb. light chocolate coating wafers 1/4 lb. white chocolate coating wafers 1/4 lb. violet chocolate coating wafers 1/4 lb. pink chocolate coating wafers Instructions Dough instructions: Cream peanut butter and margarine on low in a large … [Read more...]
Angel Easter Dessert
Angel food cake and cherries make this heavenly Angel Easter Dessert a holiday favorite. Ingredients 1 1/3 cup of cold milk 1 (3 oz.) pkg. instant vanilla pudding 1 prepared angel food cake, cubed 1 (20 oz.) can cherry pie filling 1/2 cup sour cream 1 (8 oz.) carton frozen whipped topping, thawed Instructions Combine milk and instant pudding mix in a bowl. Whisk until the pudding is completely dissolved. Let the pudding set for about 2 minutes. While the pudding is setting, place the cubed angel food cake into a 9x13 baking dish. Pour the cherry pie … [Read more...]
Easter Cupcakes
These Easter Cupcakes feature an adorable chick made of frosting and candy corn. Ingredients 1 (18.25 oz.) pkg devils food cake mix 2 (16 oz.) can vanilla ready to spread frosting Yellow food coloring 48 white dessert mints 48 miniature baking chips 48 pieces of candy corn Instructions Bake the cake mix into 24 cupcakes. Set aside to cool. Tint both containers of frosting with the yellow food coloring. Frost each cupcake using a pastry bag with a #17 star tip. Make the chick's wings by pulling the bag along as the icing is released. Pipe a dollop … [Read more...]
