Recipes! Whats for dinner?

[SavannahStar]

I HAVE to try Maybelline's King Ranch Chicken Casserole...my son would love that one too.

I LOVE recipes threads! Always looking for something new to try.

[Maybelline]

This one's quick and easy....my son LOVES it. I found it on the internet some time ago. Saw "Frito Pie" and thought now what the HECK is THAT? It's GOOD! (Supposed to be big in Texas.....home of Fritos).

Frito Pie

3 cups Fritos corn chips
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
2-1/2 cups chili....homemade, canned or whatever

Spread 2 cups Fritos in baking dish. Sprinkle half the onion and half the cheese over the Fritos. Pour the chili over the onions and cheese. Sprinkle the remaining fritos, cheese and onion over the chili.

Bake at 350 until cheese is bubbly, 20-30 minutes.

(We like sour cream on this.)

That brings back the good old days. We could buy this at hamburger stands (the walk-up kind) but the way they served it was to rip open the top of a single-size bag of Fritos, pour the other stuff over it, stick a plastic fork in it, and voila!

We could actually even get this at our school cafeteria, served just this way. Been years since I've thought of this dish.

[ATA]

French Fried Skunk Recipe


Not for everyone, but good.


2 skunks, skinned and cleaned
1 tablespoon salt
water, to cover
2 cups bear fat or lard
2 egg yolks, beaten
3 cups milk or cream
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons baking powder

3-4 servings Change size or US/metric
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1 hour 20 minutes 20 mins prep


Clean and wash the skunks, making sure that the scent glands are removed.
Cut up into small serving pieces.
Put a soup kettle on the stove and add the meat.
Cover with cold water and bring to a boil over high heat.
Lower the heat and boil until the meat is tender, about 40 minutes.
Remove all the scum that rises to the surface.
Make a batter by mixing together the egg yolks, milk, flour, salt and baking powder.
Mix real good until the batter is about like cake batter.
Heat the bear fat or lard in a deep fryer to about 360 degrees.
Dip the pieces of skunk in the batter and then fry them in the deep fryer until golden brown.
Drain well and serve.

[SavannahStar]

That brings back the good old days. We could buy this at hamburger stands (the walk-up kind) but the way they served it was to rip open the top of a single-size bag of Fritos, pour the other stuff over it, stick a plastic fork in it, and voila!

We could actually even get this at our school cafeteria, served just this way. Been years since I've thought of this dish.

LOL, yeh I was reading about that when I first found this recipe and saw it on a few sites. I thought it was really interesting, since here in FL of course I never even heard of it. We have it every so often and it is SO easy to fix, and REALLY good.

[SavannahStar]

French Fried Skunk Recipe


Not for everyone, but good.


2 skunks, skinned and cleaned

Oh ATA, time for another

And one more! Bad boy!

[ATA]

French Fried Skunk Recipe


Not for everyone, but good.


2 skunks, skinned and cleaned

Oh ATA, time for another

And one more! Bad boy!

I like spankings.

[Maybelline]

That brings back the good old days. We could buy this at hamburger stands (the walk-up kind) but the way they served it was to rip open the top of a single-size bag of Fritos, pour the other stuff over it, stick a plastic fork in it, and voila!

We could actually even get this at our school cafeteria, served just this way. Been years since I've thought of this dish.

LOL, yeh I was reading about that when I first found this recipe and saw it on a few sites. I thought it was really interesting, since here in FL of course I never even heard of it. We have it every so often and it is SO easy to fix, and REALLY good.

SS, I assumed you were in Savannah, but guess you have some connection to it. I was going to ask you about Paula Deene, the Queen of southern cooking. She's my favorite since that's the way I cook.

[SavannahStar]

SS, I assumed you were in Savannah, but guess you have some connection to it. I was going to ask you about Paula Deene, the Queen of southern cooking. She's my favorite since that's the way I cook.

Oh I WISH I were in Savannah! I got very intrigued with the city after the movie and the book "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" which was about a famous murder in Savannah.....and wanted to visit there, so took a vacation there a number of years back. Absolutely fell in LOVE with the city. I would love to live there someday, in one of the gorgeous restored historic homes....absolutely lovely!

I have heard of Paula Deene but don't know that much about her. I DO love Southern cooking!

[victims cry]

SS i love southern, italian, african and carribean recipes.

The national dish in Haiti is Griot, pork cooked with sour oranges, and omg its good

[MJTenn]

That brings back the good old days. We could buy this at hamburger stands (the walk-up kind) but the way they served it was to rip open the top of a single-size bag of Fritos, pour the other stuff over it, stick a plastic fork in it, and voila!

We could actually even get this at our school cafeteria, served just this way. Been years since I've thought of this dish.

LOL, yeh I was reading about that when I first found this recipe and saw it on a few sites. I thought it was really interesting, since here in FL of course I never even heard of it. We have it every so often and it is SO easy to fix, and REALLY good.

SS, I assumed you were in Savannah, but guess you have some connection to it. I was going to ask you about Paula Deene, the Queen of southern cooking. She's my favorite since that's the way I cook.

I like her too, Maybelline. Our son goes to school near Savannah, and I've promised myself I'm going to her restaurant next time I go there to see him.

My favorite recipe of hers that I've tried is for Pineapple Cheese Bread. It is awesome!

[Maybelline]

SS, I saw that movie and was intrigued, so read up on the story. I've never been to Savannah, but have seen lots of pictures. I'm glad to hear it's as lovely as I thought.

Paula Deene has a restaurant in Savannah, The Lady and Sons. She also has a show on Food Network. And lots of cookbooks. If you like southern cooking, she can't be beat!

And VC, you sound very adventuresome in your tastes. I like most everything I try, but have to admit that the most exotic I've gotten is the fabulous New Orleans creole or cajun cooking.

[Maybelline]

I like her too, Maybelline. Our son goes to school near Savannah, and I've promised myself I'm going to her restaurant next time I go there to see him.

My favorite recipe of hers that I've tried is for Pineapple Cheese Bread. It is awesome!

MJ, I saw that on her show, but haven't tried it yet. Sounded wonderful. I have made the baked pineapple, cheddar cheese, Ritz cracker dish. I loved it, it was different. And I love pineapple.

You'll have to give us a report after you visit her restaurant.

[MJTenn]

SS, I saw that movie and was intrigued, so read up on the story. I've never been to Savannah, but have seen lots of pictures. I'm glad to hear it's as lovely as I thought.

Paula Deene has a restaurant in Savannah, The Lady and Sons. She also has a show on Food Network. And lots of cookbooks. If you like southern cooking, she can't be beat!

And VC, you sound very adventuresome in your tastes. I like most everything I try, but have to admit that the most exotic I've gotten is the fabulous New Orleans creole or cajun cooking.

lol, maybelline...we posted almost the same thought at the same time. ITA...she is about the best when it comes to southern cooking. I also like "Miss Daisy" King...she's known as "Tennessee's First Lady of Southern Cooking" but I don't know how well she is known outside of Tenn. She has several cookbooks out.

If you like southern cooking...the very best cookbook I have ever had for that is called Cotton Country Cooking. It is an old cookbook, from the 70's, published by the Decatur, AL Woman's Club (or Junior League), not sure. I have NEVER made anything from that cookbook that was not really good.

[Maybelline]

Thanks for that info MJ. I'll search the internet for that cookbook.

I see Joynow has posted an announcement that the board is going down shortly to repair the search function, so I'm going beddy-bye.

Night all.

[Mariah]

Hubby smoked a pork shoulder all day today. He is also cooking some Vidalia onions on the grill. (Peel the onion and core out the top. Inside put a chicken or beef buillion cube and a TB (or two) of butter. Wrap in aluminum foil and put on the grill along with whatever else you're cooking; usually takes 45 min.-1 hour.)

And of course a plate of sliced tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers from his garden. His tomatoes this year are the best EVER; I can't tell you how many BLTs I have eaten since the tomatoes started coming in. I use a warmed flour tortilla for my blt instead of regular bread.

Have you ever had a tomato sanwhich? I can't get my feel of them & BLTs.
Take you favorite bread. Put mayo or Mircle Whip on it. Top with sliced tomates, salt, ground black pepper, chopped green onion.

[MJTenn]

Hubby smoked a pork shoulder all day today. He is also cooking some Vidalia onions on the grill. (Peel the onion and core out the top. Inside put a chicken or beef buillion cube and a TB (or two) of butter. Wrap in aluminum foil and put on the grill along with whatever else you're cooking; usually takes 45 min.-1 hour.)

And of course a plate of sliced tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers from his garden. His tomatoes this year are the best EVER; I can't tell you how many BLTs I have eaten since the tomatoes started coming in. I use a warmed flour tortilla for my blt instead of regular bread.

Have you ever had a tomato sanwhich? I can't get my feel of them & BLTs.
Take you favorite bread. Put mayo or Mircle Whip on it. Top with sliced tomates, salt, ground black pepper, chopped green onion.

hi Mariah! I always want bacon on mine, if it is a sandwich. My hubby loves tomato and cucumber sandwiches even more than BLTs. I can eat tomatoes all by themselves, though...I know what you mean, I can't get enough of them!

I also like to chop up fresh tomatoes and then let them sit awhile. Then put in some fresh basil and a little olive oil and mix in with hot pasta...maybe a little parmesan or mozarella on top.

[sarge]

I live about 2 miles from Paula Deen.

[Hannie]

French Fried Skunk Recipe


Not for everyone, but good.


2 skunks, skinned and cleaned

Oh ATA, time for another

And one more! Bad boy!

I like spankings.

Tonight you will get one!!!

[SavannahStar]

I live about 2 miles from Paula Deen.

I'm jealous!!!!!!! But you know that!

[jakee]

SS, I assumed you were in Savannah, but guess you have some connection to it. I was going to ask you about Paula Deene, the Queen of southern cooking. She's my favorite since that's the way I cook.

Oh I WISH I were in Savannah! I got very intrigued with the city after the movie and the book "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" which was about a famous murder in Savannah.....and wanted to visit there, so took a vacation there a number of years back. Absolutely fell in LOVE with the city. I would love to live there someday, in one of the gorgeous restored historic homes....absolutely lovely!

I have heard of Paula Deene but don't know that much about her. I DO love Southern cooking!

SS

I too loved The book and movie!! I have always wanted to visit Savannah but have never had the privelege. When I first started lurking at CTV and saw your name I always imagined you in one of those beautiful homes posting away...haveing a mint julip!! I sometimes wonder what the hell I am living where I do.

I also love Paula Dean and would love her to be my friend!! I watch her all the time..and barefoot contessa. I watch all the shows but never make the food. I am starting the Sanoma diet today so I guess I will start cooking once again.

[sarge]

SS, you really should plan a trip to Savanah. Do not come in the summer. The heat is brutal downtown. Either the spring or fall is best but really not bad in the winter either usually. Stay downtown in a B&B where you can walk everywhere. The tours of Savannah College of Art and Design are free.
You can also go into the old churches free of charge.
The weeks around Christmas time are great times to visit because everything is decorated and with the lights is just beautiful. There is usually some kind of festival on the Riverfront on the weekend.

[ATA]

Braised Bear

Recipe By : Key Gourmet CD Rom
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Meats

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
dash pepper
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
4 onions -- sliced
2 cans tomato soup

Marinate bear steak overnight. Dry and sear on both sides in hot cooking oil o
r bacon grease. Add garlic salt, onion salt, pepper and chili powder.

Cover and simmer for 2 to 3 hours, until tender. Add: onions and soup.

Simmer15 to 20 minutes more. If you wish to thicken juice for gravy, add flou
r.

[ATA]

Kangaroo Tail Soup
with Potato Dumplings
(Australian, if you had any doubt)

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Non-marsupial nations, do not despair. David Bruguera-McLaren, chef de cuisine at The Melbourne Soup Kitchen in Australia, says we can substitute oxtails--and as far as I'm concerned, he's right. Oxtails are wonderful in this rich, deeply flavored and deeply satisfying cold-weather soup. Serve hot as a meal to 8-10 people, with crusty bread, salad, and red wine, while the cold wind beats against the door.

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6 pounds of kangaroo tail (or oxtails), browned
2 Tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks with leaves, diced
3 cloves garlic, crushed
2½ cups dry red wine
½ cup port
½ bunch fresh thyme (or 2 Tablespoons dried, wrapped in silver foil and pierced with a fork))
2 parsley storks (roots)--or 1 medium parsnip
1½ cups tomato paste
5½ quarts beef stock
4 cups tomato puree
2 Tablespoons salt
2 Tablespoons pepper
Garnish: potato dumplings (Rice 3 potatoes, then stir in 1 egg, ¾ teaspoon salt and ¼ cup flour--beat with a fork til fluffly. Roll into 1-inch balls. Drop in gently boiling salted water and cook for about 10 minutes. Drain and hold until ready to serve.)

Brown the meat in a 450-degree oven, turning over once.

Meanwhile, in a large stockpot, saute the onion, carrrot, celery, and garlic in the oil. Deglaze the pot with the port, add red wine and bring to a boil. Add the tomato paste and the parsley roots (or parsnip) tied together with the thyme. Reduce to a simmer and cook down to half.

Add the browned kangaroo tail (or oxtails) and coat thoroughly. Add the stock, tomato puree, salt, and pepper--bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 90 minutes. Strain completely, reserving the meat to add to the soup later, and refrigerate until you can scoop all the fat off the top easily and discard.

When getting ready to serve, prepare and cook the dumplings. Then discard the congealed fat on top of the soup, bring the soup to a boil, and add the meat to it (discarding the bones).

Ladle into bowls and spoon the dumplings into each. Serve out back with crusty bread, a big salad, and lots of red wine.

[CSI]

Hubby smoked a pork shoulder all day today. He is also cooking some Vidalia onions on the grill. (Peel the onion and core out the top. Inside put a chicken or beef buillion cube and a TB (or two) of butter. Wrap in aluminum foil and put on the grill along with whatever else you're cooking; usually takes 45 min.-1 hour.)

And of course a plate of sliced tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers from his garden. His tomatoes this year are the best EVER; I can't tell you how many BLTs I have eaten since the tomatoes started coming in. I use a warmed flour tortilla for my blt instead of regular bread.

Do you know what they are? Hubby has 6 tom plants in and the have lots of tomatoes on them, but still green so it will be awhile before we can pick them. I love fresh veggies. We have been eating fresh spinach, lettuce, broccoli and radishes so far.

[CSI]

Here is one of my favorites I had growing up, and still love.

Italian Soup

l pound hamb
1 small onion
1 small can tomato puree
1 15 ounce can tomato sauce
water
dash of sugar
salt & pepper to taste
noodles - about 3/4 bag
3-4 potatoes - cut up


In a large pot, put in uncooked hamb, onion, tomato puree, tomato sauce, sugar, salt & pepper. Cover all with water and cook for 1/2 hour. Add potatoes and cook for 10 min more. Then add noodles and cook an additional 6-8 min till noodles and potatoes are done.

Make sure you have added enough water to still have a tomato broth when everything is done.

This is a one pot meal, and simple and delicious.