The old potato salad gets a sweet, and healthy, update in this Sweet Potato Salad Recipe. This chilled salad, with raisins and pecans, is perfect for holiday gatherings and makes a great side dish for Easter dinner. Ingredients 6 cup fresh sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped 1/2 cup raisins Instructions Cover the potatoes in water in a pot. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce and simmer until fork tender (about 10 minutes). Drain and cool for 5 minutes. Combine mayonnaise and brown … [Read more...]
Sweet Potatoes and Apples
I started making this sweet potatoes and apples recipe about 19 years ago, when my oldest son was 5. He loved it, as did the rest of the family. Every year my children (now 24, 20 & 19) get the Thanksgiving menu a few weeks in advance. If this is not on the list, then I hear about it. For the last 2 years, my middle son has been away at Thanksgiving, at college. He cooks a dish to share with his friends who are also staying at school for these few days and it has become a hit with his friends. Needless to say, it is on his menu again this year! Submitted by Lisa, TN Ingredients 2-3 Tbsp … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato Casserole
I'm from the South and it would not be Thanksgiving in Alabama without my sweet potato casserole recipe. This recipe was handed down from my grandmother to my mother to me. Everyone always questions the amount of butter in the recipe, but they love it after they taste it. Submitted by Monica Craddock, Anniston, Alabama, USA Ingredients Casserole Ingredients 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (use canned variety) 1 cup sugar 1 stick butter, softened 1/2 tsp nutmeg 1/2 tsp cinnamon 3 eggs dash of salt 1/2 tsp vanilla Topping Ingredients: 1 stick melted butter 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 … [Read more...]
Sugar Baked Pecan Citrus
Sugar Baked Pecan Citrus is a genuine dieter's dessert. Don't be put off by the word sugar in the title. This is a quick to make and delightful to eat dessert recipe. There is no reason why dieters should not reward their efforts from time to time. I have always been a firm believer that most things are acceptable, providing they are taken in moderation. Ingredients 1 cup grapefruit sections 1 cup orange sections 2 Tbsp brown sugar 1 Tbsp water 2 1/2 tsp reduced calorie stick margarine, melted 2 tsp chopped pecans, toasted Instructions Preheat oven to 400 F (around 200 … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Bar Recipe
Pecans, brown sugar and old-fashioned oats make this Pumpkin Bar Recipe a hearty and tasty treat. Great for school lunches or picnics, with tea or coffee, or as a delicious dessert served with ice cream. Ingredients 1/2 cup margarine, softened 1 cup brown sugar, packed firm 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup old-fashioned oats 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt, divided 2 cups pumpkin puree 1 (14 oz.) can Sweetened condensed milk 2 eggs, slightly beaten 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup pecans; coarsely chopped Instructions Preheat the oven to 350F … [Read more...]
Pecan Pumpkin Pie
This super simple no-bake Pecan Pumpkin Pie features gingersnaps and pecans for a delightful taste of the season with just a little bit of added crunch. A fast and easy treat to make, this pie is a great treat for parties and family gatherings. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups half and half cream, very cold 1 cup pumpkin puree 1/2 (4 oz.) container whipped topping 1 cup pecan pieces 1 cup gingersnaps, coarsely crushed 1 1/2 Tbsp pumpkin pie spice 1 prepared graham cracker crust Instructions Whisk together half and half and the pumpkin puree for 1 … [Read more...]
Pecan Carrot Cookies
Pecan Carrot Cookies are mouth-watering good, so good that often they don't make it to the cookie jar. In fact they don't even get cool if the cookie munchkins are around when there cooking. These cookies can be served plain or topped with orange. Many children like you to make faces on the cookies and with this recipe it can be done using a half pecan as a nose and frosting for the other facial details. Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 1 large egg 3 Tbsp Orange juice 1 Tbsp grated orange peel 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 tsp baking … [Read more...]
Homemade Granola
Homemade Granola makes a great breakfast as well as a delicious and healthy snack after school. Make a batch of this nutritious granola that features coconut, sunflower seeds, almonds and pecans with tasty dried fruit and keep on hand for a quick morning meal when time is short. Ingredients 2 Cups of old-fashioned oats 1/2 Cup of coconut, flaked 1/2 Cup of toasted wheat germ 1/4 Cup of oat bran 1/4 Cup of sunflower seeds 1/4 Cup of almond slivers 1/4 Cup of pecan pieces 2 Tbsp sesame seeds 1/4 Cup of honey 2 Tbsp canola oil 2 Tbsp orange … [Read more...]
Healthy Waffle Recipe
This Healthy Waffle Recipe features wheat bran and pecans for a heart-friendly breakfast. Top with fresh fruit and a touch of honey for a great way to start the day. Ingredients 1 1/4 Cups of flour 1/4 Cup of wheat bran 1 Tbsp sugar 2 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1 egg 1 egg white 1 1/2 Cups of skim milk 2 Tbsp canola oil 1/3 Cup of pecans, chopped Instructions Preheat waffle iron. Combine flour, wheat bran, sugar, baking powder and salt. Set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together egg, egg white, milk and oil. Stir the … [Read more...]
Grape Salad Recipe
A sweet side dish for holiday parties, this Grape Salad Recipe with gum drops is a hit with adults and kids. Grapes, pineapples and pecans are mixed with gum drops for a colorful Easter dish. Whip up a batch for school functions, but make sure to save some for yourself! Ingredients 1 lb. gum drop candies 1 lb. seedless grapes, halved 1 cup mini marshmallow 2 cup crushed pineapple, drained 1 cup pecans, chopped 2 tsp lemon juice 2 tsp water 3/4 cup pineapple juice 2/3 cup sugar 1 tsp vinegar 1/4 cup flour Instructions Stir … [Read more...]
