Family Favorites
Family favorites gather dishes kept close at hand for their place in the household recipe box. Pinto beans, cheesecake, and other preparations bring different flavors to this collection, which ranges across courses rather than following a single dish type. Browse for a familiar serving or a recipe you might return to at your own table.
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Kay Bowman
Kay Bowman’s collection includes savory ranch fire crackers, a seasoned snack built around a familiar crisp base. The recipe offers a small introduction to this contributor’s place in the family recipe box.
In this collection
Chunky Guacamole
2 medium plum tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped ¼ of a small red onion, finely chopped 1 – 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon olive oil ¼ teaspoon salt…
Outback Croutons
Make these delicious croutons to add a little crunch to soups or salads. 1 Loaf Texas Toast Bread 1 lb butter 2½ tablespoons cajun seasoning ½ cup finely…
Pineapple Sour Cream Pie
A wonderful sour cream and pineapple custard is cooked slowly on the stove until thick and creamy. When cool, it ‘s poured into a graham cracker crust, covered…
German-Style Chicken Thighs
Chicken thighs mingle with sauerkraut and spaetzle, creating a zesty, hearty dish with German flair. 1 27 – 28 ounce can sauerkraut, rinsed and drained 2 10 3/4…
Noodle Pudding
Ingredients 3 eggs separated 1/4 pound butter, melted 2 Tablespoons. sugar 1 pound creamed cottage cheese 1 cup sour cream 1/2 pound freshly cooked noodles, drained 1/2 cup…
King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese
Ingredients 1/2 16-ounce package cellentani pasta 2 tablespoons butter 1 medium onion, diced 1 poblano pepper, diced 1 10-ounce can diced tomatoes and green chiles 1 8-ounce package…
Pepper Jack Cheese Sauce
Ingredients 1 cup water 1/2 teaspoon chicken flavored bouillon 1/2 cup non-dairy creamer 4 Tablespoons butter 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes 4 ounces Pepper…
Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Soup
Turn creamy canned soup into a hearty meal. Use frozen chicken preseasoned with Southwestern spices and canned enchilada sauce for satisfying flavor. 2 cans (10¾ ounces each) condensed…
Steve’s Peach Cobbler
Golden lattice-topped Southern classic with warm, syrupy peaches and a flaky, buttery crust. Ingredients For the Filling: 8 cups sliced fresh peaches (peeled if preferred) 1/4 cup lemon…
