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June 11 2006 Newsletter
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Hi to everyone, I was wondering my husband and I will be moving soon to Virginia, near Washington DC. We'll be staying with my sister for awhile til we find a place and get settled. I was hoping that some of you would have some idea's on how to store some of my things. I worried about thinks like linen and towels, drapes what's the best way? Anything that I have to worry about sitting in storage things like that. Any help or ideas would be so appreciated
Thank-you Cindy Rochester NY

For Brenda from NC, in Sat. newsletter. She said she had to dig the corn beef out of the cans, tell her to open the other end with a can opener and slide it out. I have done that many times. Thanks Nancy for all your wonderful work in this site.
Romona in Modesto, CA

I'm looking for a recipe for boiled apple dumplings. My grandmother made an apple dumpling with diced or sliced apples in the middle (added some sugar & spices), then wrapped in a pie dough type pastry and dropped in simmering water. They were served with either ice cream or a lemon/cinnamon sauce over them.


Peg in East Tennessee asked for recipes and manuals. Try as I might, I couldn't find owners manuals for a Broil King Rotisserie/Toaster Oven combination, but I did find several sites with methods and recipes for using rotisseries. Here is one. Enjoy!!
Wendy, South Jersey


Thanks so much to Betty Ann, Merlin, Lindsey, Susan, Jane Ann, and Bev for all the suggestions and recipes in re garlic cheese. I appreciate everyone's taking the time to try to help me make my "cheese grits", so now I don't have any excuse to put off making them.
Frances in Wesley Chapel


Hi Nancy and Furry friends hope all is well with you all. I am looking for no cook peanut butter fudge recipes. Nancy you do a wonderful job on the newsletter. I look forward to it .
Thanks Kathy from Fl


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I have a very similar recipe for the Blender Cheesecake that I have been using for too many years to count. I like it because it is not as rich as most cheesecakes. I once added a lb. of tofu with very good results.

Also, I now bake it in the microwave. Cook on high 4-7 min. stirring every two min. Then cook on medium 7 to 15 min. until almost set in the middle. Times will vary with different ovens. We like the microwave version better and it does not crack as it does in the oven. I tend to cook by instinct and can't always give exact measurements.
...vera (Sarasota, Fl.)


This has nothing to do with recipes, but would like to know if anyone knows how to keep ants out of hummingbird feeders. Love this site
Darlene-Lafayette IN.


Many years ago our family visited Lewisburg, PA where we ate at a buffet called the Country Cupboard. At that time they served a chicken pot pie that had yeast rolls on the top rather than a pie or biscuit crust. I'm wondering if any of you have a recipe for a pot pie like that. I might experiment and put some on top of a batch - but just wondered if any of you had already done that successfully. Thanks in advance.
Amy in Fort Wayne, IN


Nancy I want to thank you for such a tremendous newsletter and I know that everyone else feels the same way. For Frances in Wesley Chapel, I am sorry but I don't have the newsletter date, if you go to www.cooks.com web site and put in Garlic Cheese Roll you will get between 30 to 40 recipes. The following is a recipe from that site.
Susie Indy

Garlic Cheese Roll
1 large pkg. cream cheese
1/2 lb. cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Grate cheddar cheese and combine with cream cheese. Add garlic powder and chopped; mix well. Divide into 2 parts. Shape out into long rolls. Put chili powder on a piece of waxed paper. Roll the cheese rolls so that each is coated with chili powder. Roll in the waxed paper and keep in refrigerator.


Hi Nancy,
Dolores here from Baltimore Maryland. I just wanted to tell all these ladies out there in Nancyland, that if your on a diet, Cool Whip is now sugar free. Yummyyyyyyyyyy!!!!!

My husband is a diabetic, and he developed a abscess in his foot which needed to be operated on, so I was looking for something I could use on the sugar free jello to give it some zip, and I found the sugar free cool whip.

I would appreciated some recipes for desserts from all the cooks out there. I don't know why, but my husband always seems to need a dessert after lunch and dinner. Go figure.
Thanks Nancy for all your hard work. I read your emails all the time and have gotten great recipes and ideas from here.
Dolores


HI Lisa , first of all , let me tell you that being from THE province of maple syrup I was really wondering if Sugar free maple syrup existed and found out that it does LOL . Will go to bed less ignorant tonight :))

I have this simple recipe for Pecan crusted pork chops that you asked in June 10th newsletter ...May be you just add free sugar maple syrup in it...Jocelyne in Québec

Diabetic Pecan Crusted Pork Chops
Yield: 4
2 cup pecans crushed
1 tsp freshly-ground black pepper
4 boneless pork chops fat trimmed
2 lrg eggs beaten
Nonstick cooking spray as needed

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Combine the pecans and black pepper in a small bowl. Dip the pork chops in the egg, then dredge the pork chops through the pecan mixture until they are well coated.

Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray and place the pork chops on it. Bake for 23 to 35 minutes, or until the pork chops are well done.
Serving size: 1 pork chop.


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HI again :)) A chicken recipe for rotisserie for Tammy who needs it desperately ! ;))
From Jocelyne in Québec

Rotisserie chicken
Wash and dry whole bird. Rub with a mixture of 2 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 1 clove minced garlic, 1 teaspoon paprika. Secure the bird in a truss and place on spit. Cook on the rotisserie about 2 hours, or until the bird reach 165 degrees at it's center.

Another Rub

Basic BBQ Rub
I usually put this rub on chicken, but it also works well with pork. 1 tablespoon ground pepper, 1 tablespoon salt, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon each of: coriander, poultry seasoning, and cumin. Mix well and apply a thin coat to meat. I like to get the rub under the skin. On a leg I pull the skin up over the drum stick, roll the meat in the rub mixture, pull the skin back down over the chicken leg, and then apply my favorite BBQ sauce on top before cooking. Meat can be cooked immediately, or let sit covered in the refrigerator for several hours.


Manual for BroilKing oven for Peg in Tennesse June 10 Newsletter ..
Hi! I found this , just try to find out your model number and there it will be :))
BroilKing
From Jocelyne in Quebec


Hello Nancy and devoted recipeholics,
While in Illinois last month my daughter made a huge mistake by introducing me to MONICAL's SWEET and TART DRESSING. Even though I brought several bottles back with me (the airport personnel tried to steal it, told me it was contraband, haha!!), my supply is running low. I have found the web site and know I can order it over the 'net, but would really like to have a clone recipe for it. Can anyone help me?
Thanks in advance,
Merry in (HOT HOT HOT) Texas


Lynette in NY had wrote about everything that Hydrogen peroxide is good for. It is also good for any blood stains. My cousin had used this when my aunt fell and got blood all over her white carpet, and it all came out. I use it when I am doing laundry on stains. Another good stain remover is any kind of white toothpaste. I put it on an old toothbrush and scrub away.
Laurie in Fruitport, MI


Nancy,
Hope all is well with you today. With all the talk about mint, I thought I would add my hubby's 2 cents. We have mint we brought from his mom's place years ago. Now, when he mows, he pulls a bunch and spread it around all over the yard. Then, mows. The smell is heavenly. He says he did this when he was growing up so it brings back memories for him.
CC


I want to thank Doris in Al. & Doris in Oklahoma City with your suggestions for my grandson's wedding gifts. The engraved kitchen utensils is a great idea. They already have plain ones but guess another set wouldn't hurt . Also the crystal candle holders is a good idea, but they already received those too. I still have one week to come up with something, so does anyone else have any suggestions? Nancy thank you for this great newsletter & all the work you & your two helpers put into it. Look forward to it everyday.
Thanks, Joyce in Tx.


For Audrey of Newport News

Peanut Butter Cheese Fudge
Here it is again
1/2 pound Velveeta
1 cup butter
1 teas vanilla
1 cup peanut butter
2 (16 ounce) boxes confectioners' sugar

Lightly spray bottom of pan. In saucepan over medium heat, melt cheese and butter, then add peanut butter and stir until smooth. Remove from heat and add vanilla and nuts if desired. Empty confectioners' sugar into large bowl and pour cheese mixture over sugar. Stir until completely mixed. Candy will be very stiff and you might find it easier to mix with your hands. Press into pan firmly. Because of the amount of butter in this recipe, pat top of candy with a paper towel to remove excess oil. Place pan in refrigerator until firm.


From jeanlock in Fredericksburg VA:

For Nina from TN
The following site had a recipe for these meatballs. I've also cut and pasted the recipe, but wanted to cite the source.
Source http://www.betterbudgeting.com

PORCUPINE BALLS
I have a recipe I wanted to share that kids love - the meatballs should resemble little porcupines with grains of rice sticking out of them!
* * *
MEATBALLS
1-1/2 lbs of ground beef
1/4 c. finely chopped onion
1 egg
1/2 c. milk
3/4 c. breadcrumbs
1/2 c. of uncooked white rice
1 tsp. of garlic powder
Salt and pepper

SAUCE
1 c. ketchup
1 c. of cola (NOT DIET! - Coke works best.)
1 tsp. of garlic powder

Mix all ingredients thoroughly, being sure that the uncooked rice is distributed evenly. Shape into 1 1/2-inch diameter balls and place in an oblong baking pan, leaving some space between the balls to allow rice to expand. Whisk ketchup, cola, and garlic together in a small sauce pan. When just about boiling, remove from heat and pour over meatballs. Bake entire casserole at 375, covered, for 1 hour, 15 minutes. Remove cover and bake another 10-15 minutes until browned on top. This recipe should serve six (depending on side dishes), but it only serves four at my house. Submitted by Charlene Baird

Note: My mother always just used a can of tomato soup diluted with a bit of water instead of the coke, etc.

For Teahag in upstate NY
My mother taught me to always put peeled potatoes into a bowl of cold water if I weren't going to cook them right away. This prevented their discoloration. I expect the same thing would work for sweet potatoes.
Sandra from Oregon


Good morning Nancy, furry executives and Nancyland. In today's newsletter, June 9, Nina from Tennessee was asking about a hamburger recipe with uncooked rice. Here's my version of Porcupines

Porcupines
1-1/2 lb. ground chuck
1 small onion, diced
3/4 cup uncooked instant rice
2 eggs, beaten
salt & pepper to taste
1 can condensed tomato soup
1 can beef broth

Mix all ingredients except soups. Roll into balls about 1 1/2 inch in diameter. Place in stock pot. Mix soups together and pour over porcupines. Heat to boiling and then turn to simmer and cook for about 30 minutes.
Enjoy
Barb - La Porte, IN


This is for Lois, Kingston, WA. In the June 8 Newsletter asking for a Garlic Cheese Spread.
This is a Garlic cheese roll, but it might give you a idea how to fix the spread.

Garlic Cheese Rolls
1 lb. longhorn cheese
3 or 4 garlic buds ( I use garlic powder)
1 cup pecans

Run the above through a food chopper.
Then mix well with 6 ounces of cream cheese. Shape into logs. Roll in chili powder and chill.
Slice and serve on crackers.

Makes three rolls about 4 1/2 in. long.
Hope this helps. Lynda, Ardmore, OK


Hello Nancy, I hope I am sending this to the right address because for some reason I cannot click on the link and make it work.

This is for the woman who was looking for a sweet potato recipe to make for her son-in-law. I got this recipe from the McCormick spice recipe site, made it this last Christmas and the dish was practically licked clean.

Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Coconut Streusel
3 Pounds sweet potatoes (about 6) or 2-29 ounce cans, drained
1/2 Cup packed brown sugar
1/2 Cup heavy cream or evaporated milk
2 T. cold butter or margarine
1 T. vanilla extract
2 t. Pumpkin Pie spice
1 C. miniature marshmallows

Coconut Streusel:
1/4 C. all purpose flour
1/4 C. packed brown sugar
1/2 t. Pumpkin Pie spice
2 T. butter or margarine
1 C. chopped Pecans
1/2 C. shredded coconut

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Pierce each potato twice with a fork. Microwave potatoes on high, 5 to 10 minutes or until tender, turning potatoes over halfway through cooking. Let them cool until they can be handled.

Remove skin from potatoes. Place potatoes, brown sugar, cream, butter, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice in a large bowl. Beat with electric mixer until smooth and fluffy. Transfer mixture into a greased 13x9 inch or 3 qt, baking dish. Top with marshmallows.

For streusel, mix flour, brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice in a medium bowl. Cut in butter with a pastry blade or fork until crumbly. Stir in pecans and coconut. Sprinkle over marshmallows and whipped sweet potatoes.

Bake uncovered 25 minutes or until heated through and topping is golden brown.

For those of you who are having "odor" problems, there is a product called Atmosklear that I have heard quite a lot about that is supposed to be very good. They say it gets rid of the odors, it doesn't just cover them up.

You can check it out at www.Atmosklear.net
Terri in Mn.


To Cheryl in Ohio and Jocelyne in Quebec, thanks for the information on my ant problem. I will try them. Quebec, your English was fine!!!
J T.


Hello Nancy,
I'm looking for a recipe for big, light and fluffy pancakes. Can anyone help?
Sarah


Peg in East Tennessee: Is it possible your Broilking appliance is really a convection oven? I went to their website and did not find a toaster over, but did find a convection oven with a rotisserie; it looks much like a toaster oven. The manual for this appliance is at this site: http://www.broilking.com/BK_POV-25_manual_RV01.pdf. Even if yours is only a toaster oven, the same baking instructions should apply.

A question for all of you who grow mint, or gardeners in general. I've never had a garden, but moved into a house without a single plant around it, so I'm doing my first gardening. Hate the effort it takes, but love the beauty of the flowers and foliage. Now, about the mint. I have a large flower garden in the front where I need ground cover and I love mint, so it would be perfect. My question is: this patch of ground is in the shade from about 1:00 in the afternoon until sunset. Would mint grow under these conditions? Also, I planted some mint seed earlier this spring indoors in a pot (with the intention of setting it out), and none of it sprouted. Any ideas what I did wrong? I am growing other indoor herbs, so this is a mystery to me.
Doris in Oklahoma City


Hi Everyone, one of the recipes in the June 10th newsletter mentioned browning meat in a slow cooker. Now I'm wondering, can the removable bowl of a crock pot be used on a gas stove? I realize it gets very hot when the crock pot is set for high, but I just never thought it could be used over a gas burner. I've had my rival crock pot a long time and sure wouldn't want to ruin it, but if it can be used to brown, that would save on the cleanup, and probably add to the taste. I'd like to know if anyone has actually done that.

Nancy, good for you! It is more fun to have a partner when trying to lose weight, and thanks for the jello Weight Watcher ideas. Always good during this hot weather. I like combining jello and yogurt too.
Doris, S. Indiana


HI this is for Tammy with the dehydrator and rotisserie that she's got heading to a garage sale. Do some beef jerky or fruit in your dehydrator, it's the perfect time of year. Fresh fruits and veggies are wonderful to do up and have all year long. For the rotisserie, buy yourself a whole chicken or a small turkey and do them up in there. They come out juicy and tender and you will continue to use it week after week. Season the outside with salt, pepper, and paprika and you're good to go. Good luck
Diane from Fitchburg


I need to use my dehydrator too. Does someone have some good recipes for jerky. I would also like some fruit leather ideas.
Mary


To Irma & GrannyWheels in Iowa,
Thank you both for the ideas for using my frozen berries!
Cyndi in Texas


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