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Thank you for the best recipe newsletter on the web. Everyone is the greatest with all their help. Now I have a question- I'm planning to make some "mix in a jar" recipes where the ingredients are layered and have successfully done it with quart size mason jars; however, the newest recipe I have calls for quart and a half size food storage jars- Does anyone know what I could use since canning jars don't come in that size.
Sue

Hello Nancy and all. I remember a while back there was a recipe for I think a bread pudding using day old doughnuts. Does anyone remember this? Please let me know what newsletter it was in or if anyone has this recipe please post it. Thanks in advance. Angel in CA

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I just did a search on the Krispy Kreme Doughnut bread pudding. There were several in the March 23rd Newsletter.

There was good news and bad news when I moved back to Amarillo. The bad news was there is no Krispy Kreme Donut place any more. The good news is that I now don't have to stop and eat them and gain weight.
Nancy

Nancy, here is another recipe for easy cookies for the lady wanting them for her patients.
Also, I have taken a can of corned Beef, rinsed it off and made sandwich spread just like the ham salad. After it is rinsed, I break it up with a fork or to make either, use your processor. Much quicker than a grinder. Now to the cookies------

Pumpkin Spice Cookies
1 box spice cake mix
1 (15oz) can can pure pumpkin

Mix together and drop onto cookie sheets sprayed with nonstick spray. Bake at 350 for
around 10-12 minutes. Makes 48 cookies
I like to add a little more pumpkin spice mix to this
Lou, Fl..

Hi Nancy, been reading about the ground up bologna sandwich spread. I was also a child of the 40-50's and remember eating these sandwiches. My Mom would add salted peanuts to the grinder also. The kind with no redskins on them. Sounds strange, but if you like peanuts you'll probably like this too, gives it a little crunch. I think the peanuts were my Dad's idea.
Marsha along the Mississippi river in Iowa

Linda from Bayou Land in Louisiana asked about products to clean her tub/shower. I am having the same trouble with my walk-in shower with a glass door. Haven't tried this hint yet, but I read online somewhere that one of those Mr. Clean "Magic Eraser" sponges will remove soap scum. I need to try that! In desperation this weekend, I tried "soft scrub" and read later that that's not recommended. But it helped a tiny bit. The door was hazy when we moved into this house, so I don't have high hopes for it!

Also Shannon in Ohio needed a pea salad recipe. This recipe came from my husband's family, where this is THE salad you must have! It's a very forgiving recipe - ALL ingredients may be adjusted to your individual taste. If making it the night before, I always wait to add the tomatoes till right before serving, or it will be too mushy. The addition of lettuce is "different" but we love it!

-2 cans LeSeuer small green peas, drained well - the cousin that gave me the recipe was adamant that it MUST be this brand, but I've used others with success
-chopped onion (however much or little you like - #1015 onions, chopped or sliced in slivers, are our favorite!)
-diced or matchstick cheese (cut like little matchsticks)(as much as you like)
-1/2 head lettuce, torn in bite size pieces
-Miracle Whip as needed to moisten
-Chopped tomatoes or cherry tomatoes (halved) on top, for color

Mix all, and chill well. Overnight is best, to allow flavors to mingle. Try not to eat it all!

To Pam in Roanoke and Gail in LA, I cannot thank you enough, re: cautions about the blue punch!!! Bless you for saving our reception from bombing!! I will certainly pass that on to my future daughter-in-law, along with the Sprite punch from Suzy in Indy! I liked the idea about the ice ring with the silver cake decorations. Also, I've had some "ice cream" punches that were white or light cream-colored. Anyone have one of those TNT recipes?
:)
Nancy from Houston

 I have hard water as well, I just bought the Scrubbing bubbles automatic bathroom cleaner, which is great. I also love the Mr. Clean Magic Erasers which are great for taking the marks off of your walls, but my girlfriend uses them for her bathtub as well. I think there is another product called scrub free? it's in a yellow bottle. You will probably have to go through a few trial and errors before you find one that will work for you. Also try some comet, or any scrub like that should work well. Good Luck, Lynette in NY

Good Afternoon,
I live in El Paso Texas, and cannot find Mary B’s Open Kettle dumplings. do you know where I may get some?.
Maurean

In reference to the newsletter of May 30: Candy you are so right about Grease Lightning being wonderful. I also have a tip about ball point ink on clothing or permanent marker writing or printing on items such as tin or plastic. Spray the item with hair spray and then wash the item of clothing or wipe the tin or plastic item. It is really great and has saved me on many occasions.
Audrey Newport News, VA

In the May 30, 06 newsletter Linda from Bayou mentions the use of Greased Lightening for Bathrooms etc. I agree that it is a very good cleaner but let me caution that it must be used in a well
ventilated area.
Melba from the Panhandle of Fla.

Could you please tell me which Newsletter has the Blender Cheesecake recipe in it? Thanks. Rose Marie, MO

This question was asked by another Nancy as well.

Hi, Nancy!
I hope you and your furry babies are having a great day.

This is for JN in CA, who was asking about the amount of butter in the the Cherry Cobbler Mix recipe I posted. The recipe was originally for an 8" square pan and called for 1 c. butter, but I doubled all the ingredients (including making the butter 2 c.) to make it a 9" x 13" size. I've always just used 2 c. butter, but I would think you could use a lot less. Too bad it's not fat-free! Hope this helps!
Sharon in Texas

I hope someone in the group can help me know how to freeze zucchini squash. I tried last year, but they were mushy and icy. I have an abundance of a crop this year and do not have enough recipes to cook all at one time. I would love to be able to have them later on in the winter for muffins or bread. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Betty T, Ga.

Nancy - WE just got an ice cream machine so I was looking at all the recipes on your Ice Cream link. They all seem to be for the gallon size and I've only got a 1 1/2 qt size. How do I "change" the recipes? I 'm pretty good at doubling things but have trouble making them smaller!
Appreciate your help and Love your newsletter.
Sue in Fl

Sharon in Australia - I live in Florida and my brother lives in California. He doesn't get much homemade "goodies" so last Christmas I sent him various tins of "goodies". Rum balls, an individual Friendship cake and some fudge. So this year I wanted to send something for his birthday in Aug - Hot weather. Are there cookie recipes without any dairy? That is no milk products and/or eggs. Can I use egg beaters instead? Also, I live in an area where we don't have any "natural" type food stores - just Wal Mart and Winn Dixie and Sav-A-Lot.
Any help would be appreciated. I'd rather have recipes from this group who have already tried them than go "cold turkey" with an unknown recipe.
Thanks a bunch.
Sue in Fl

Thank you to PW for sending in the “Better than Sox Cake”, it sounds very yummy, and different from the ones that I have already received from fellow Nancylanders, I do plan on trying it. I like the new name that you gave it, and would certainly leave little to explain to kids.

Nancy~ Glad to hear that things are settling down for you and that your 4 legged friends are doing well, I do enjoy hearing about their mischievous behavior! Thanks again for getting all of us together here; it feels like a family reunion when I read the newsletters! Keep up the great work!
Gracie, NY

I agree with Candy in 5/31 newsletter regarding the Greased Lightning for cleaning. I haul tires and auto parts and it's great for pre-wash on my jeans and uniform shirts, so I'm sure it will clean bath/shower combos.
Charles in Orlando

Hi to all of you! I am looking for recipes for carnitas, jello salad recipes without mandarin oranges in it.Also recipes for carne asada. Thanks so much in advance!
Mary G. in Calif.

For Linda from Bayou Land in Louisiana.

Over time the floor of our white fiberglass stall shower turned an ugly tan color. I tried every cleaning product I could find. Mr Clean Magic Eraser did the trick. Took a bit of elbow grease but now it looks like new.
Jane

Hi Nancylaners, I recently came home from an auction with a 'lot' of old linens. Buried under them were about 30 scarves from the 60's and 70's. I'd love to wear some of them.... but... I can't get the musty odor out. I've tried soaking them in water with Fabreeze added. Hanging them in the sun for a couple of days also. The odor is still there. I don't want to do anything harsh. Does anyone have any ideas? I know there must be something I'm just not thinking of using.
Thanks for the help. Beth D. in Pa

I could not sleep Tuesday night and I was going through my recipes and came across this recipe for Salmon Loaf with Cucumber Sauce. I believe someone was looking for a recipe for patties. You could use this for the patties but you would want to sauté the onion, celery and green pepper before you add them to the mix. I know that I don't use mayonnaise but in this recipe I do.

Salmon Loaf
1, 16 oz., can salmon, drained, flaked
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup Mayonnaise only
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup green pepper, chopped
1 egg, beaten
salt to taste
Cucumber Sauce to follow

Combine ingredients except Cucumber Sauce; mix lightly. Sake into loaf in shallow baking dish. Bake at 350ºF for 40 minutes.

Cucumber Sauce
1/2 cup Mayonnaise only
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup cucumber, finely chopped
2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon dill weed, finely chopped

Combine ingredients; mix well. Refrigerate couple of hours. Makes about 6 to 8 servings.

Nancy have a great day. Hopefully soon we can have pictures of the cats. Everyone have a great day.
Susie Indy

Dear Nancy,

Here's ONE MORE recipe/use for corn relish that's a bit different & great for summer grilling season:

Franks with Roasted Corn Relish
1-1/2 cups frozen whole kernel corn
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 tbsp. finely chopped red bell pepper
2 tbsps. Italian salad dressing
1/4 tsp. garlic salt
1 pkg. (12 oz.) beef hotdogs (I prefer beef, but can substitute turkey or pork/beef blends)

Heat large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place corn in skillet. Cook & stir until corn is lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove corn from skillet & place in bowl; stir in onions, bell pepper, Italian salad dressing, & garlic salt.

Grill hotdogs & toast buns. Place franks in buns & top each with about 2 tbsps. relish.

(Prep time: 20 mins.; Cooking time: up to 10 mins.).
Susan from Superior, WI.

For something different & really tasty:

Canyon-Style Potato Salad
5 cups diced potatoes, cooked in chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 cup sliced celery
1 cup prepared Hidden Valley Original Ranch Salad Dressing
1 Tbsp. prepared mustard
2 Tbsp. sweet pickle relish, drained
2 Tbsp. sliced scallion
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 cup sliced radishes

In a bowl, combine potatoes and celery.

Mix together Salad Dressing, mustard, pickle relish, scallion, salt and pepper. Pour over potatoes and celery; toss gently.

Cover and refrigerate. Garnish with radishes or toss in just before serving. Makes 8 to 10 servings.
HattieMae in Va

This is for Lost in the Family and her planning for the family reunion. We have our family reunion every other year and we have a Chinese Auction which is always great fun and everyone - including the children - can participate. Everyone brings "several" items for the auction. Something nice - not junk. We always make sure there are items for the kids too. Everything is put out on tables with a cup at each item. We then sell tickets - $1 a piece. Half the ticket is put in the cup(s) that you wish to "bid"on. When all the items have been bid on, we then shake up the cup and choose a ticket for each item. The winning ticket wins the item. Some of the bidding can get fierce. We then use the money from the sale of the tickets for the next reunion - park/pavilion rental, cold drinks, etc. Our reunions are pot luck with hamburgers/hotdogs bought for everyone.
Lesleigh in PA

Greetings,

This is for Donna who requested recipes for various fruit jams, preserves.

Microwave Jam
2 cups coarsely chopped fruit
3 tbsp powdered fruit pectin
2 cups sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice

Method: Place fruit in 2 qt glass bowl. Microwave on high 2 min. Stir in pectin; microwave on high 2 min. Stir in sugar & lemon juice; microwave on high 6 min, stirring every 2 min. Pour into sterilized jars. Store in fridge for immediate use or store in freezer. i have used, strawberries, peaches, apricots, berries with good results. This is quick to make and the fruit keeps its pretty bright color.

Enjoy, Melody (Nebraska)

Nancy - a few days ago I sent in a recipe for a really easy cobbler. I think I forgot to mention that you need to use Self-rising Flour! I'm sooo sorry cause that's really important. I forgot once and wondered why it didn't turn out!
Sue in Fl

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