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Mom’s Picadillo con Papa

Ingredients:

1 lb. ground beef

2 tbsp olive oil

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tomatoes, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp oregano

1 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

1 cup beef broth

1/4 cup green olives, sliced

2 tbsp capers

1/4 cup raisins

Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

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Chicken And Dumplings Dish

Ingredients:

+FOR THE SOUP

°3 to 4 cups shredded roast chicken (or 2 large cooked, shredded chicken breasts)

°8 cups of water

°4 tbsp Better Than Chicken Broth

°4 tablespoons salted butter

°4 carrots, halved lengthwise then diced

°4 celery stalks, diced

°2 small yellow onions finely diced

°½ cup flour

°1 cup milk

°1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

°1 teaspoon of salt

°1 teaspoon garlic powder

°1 teaspoon onion powder

+For the dumplings

°2 Bisquick cups

°1 teaspoon of salt

°1 teaspoon garlic powder

°1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

°2/3 cup milk

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How To Make Smothered Pork Chops ?

Have you ever tried something so delicious you can’t stand it? Here is one of those recipes. When you making this recipe, you will feel like you died & went to heaven.
Slow Cooker Scrambled Pork Chops are tender, flavorful roasted pork chops cooked in a rich onion sauce. An easy and super easy dinner recipe that’s perfect for any night of the week!
The pork chop you will ever have! I came across this great recipe while cleaning my mom’s room. She had a piece of paper with a recipe for this dish. Something amazing! Enjoy!

Ingredients:

°4 pieces of boneless ham.
°1 can of chicken broth.
°1 can of chicken cream.
°1 packet of onion soup mix.
°1 can dry pork broth.
°1 teaspoon garlic powder.

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Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce

This This amazing old fashioned bread pudding makes a very tasty recipe for a decadent bread dessert with vanilla sauce !! Yep, this family recipe is easy to make made from just a few simple ingredients and full of homemade flavor !!

Ingredients:

– White bread: 4 cups (8 slices) *cubed
– Raisins: 1/2 cup
– Milk: 2 cups
– Butter: 1/4 cup
– Sugar: 1/2 cup
– Eggs: 2 (slightly beaten)
– Vanilla: 1 tablespoon
– Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon
#For the Sauce:
– Butter: 1/2 cup
– Sugar: 1/2 cup
– Heavy whipping cream: 1/2 cup
– Vanilla: 1 tablespoon

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Grandma’s Polish Cookies

When it comes to celebrating holidays with cookies, the diverse variety is truly vast. But standing tall amongst them all is our cherished Polish cookie recipe. Handed down through generations, these cookies are a testament to grandma’s culinary prowess, evoking memories of her unmatched baking skills. Interestingly, their design is often equated to angel wings, a fitting description given their ethereal appearance and taste. With a delightful twist in their design, these cookies add a uniquely sweet spin to holiday celebrations.
Imagine biting into a piece of dough, deep-fried to perfection and generously dusted with powdered sugar. Sounds heavenly, doesn’t it? Essentially made of dough and sugar, their simplicity is their biggest charm. We cut the dough into strips, twist them into an angelic bow or winged shape, and fry them to golden perfection. As they’re served, one can’t help but feel they’re too divine to be of this earth, often disappearing as if they’ve taken flight!
Beyond their delightful taste, the process of making these cookies is a heartfelt journey down memory lane. Every fold, twist, and sprinkle of sugar evokes tales of past family gatherings, echoing laughter, shared stories, and unforgettable moments. Indeed, while the cookies are delectable, the warm memories they bring are even more precious.
Certain delicacies are inextricably linked with festivities and special occasions. While these might not fit the conventional definition of ‘cookie’, their doughy goodness and sugary delight place them right up there with the best. Our grandma’s Polish cookies are a testament to timeless family traditions, eagerly anticipated every year, as much for their nostalgic flavor as for their sweet taste.

Ingredients:

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How To Make Farmer’s Casserole

Farmer’s Casserole is an excellent way to start your day! It combines great ingredients in every bite and is a delicious breakfast!
My mom brought this recipe with her while they were visiting for Thanksgiving and we made it on their last morning here. Everyone loved it! Potatoes, eggs, cheese, ham and onions make a great meal and I’ll make them again on Christmas Day.
I like not spending extra time in the kitchen on Christmas morning so I can outlay every min with my family & enjoy watching my kids open their present and see what Santa Claus getting them !

Ingredients :

3 cups frozen hash browns

3⁄4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1 cup diced cooked pork

1⁄4 cup finely chopped green onion

4 eggs, beaten well

1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk

1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

1⁄2 teaspoon salt

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How To Make Ruth’s grandmother’s pie crust

My grandmother knew how to make the best pancakes every year for Thanksgiving. The crust is soft, flaky and easy to prepare! You will never buy in the store again!
Every year we look forward to going to my grandmother’s house for Thanksgiving. She was best cook I know. She raised 8 children and had a home cooked meal on the table every night. She spent all her time in the kitchen. She made all of her bread by hand and was great at making anything from scratch.
I remember staying with them for a few weeks in the summer and she always made a bagel or a batch of peanut butter cookies. As soon as the hot bread came out of the oven, I cut it into slices and we ate a whole loaf. She was an incredible baker.

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How To Make Old Fashioned Pancakes

There’s nothing quite like the comfort of classic pancakes for breakfast: light, airy, golden, and timeless. And the best part? They’re incredibly easy to whip up using ingredients you most likely already have on hand.

Pair them with a side of eggs, crispy bacon, and savory sausage, or let them shine solo, adorned with a pat of butter and drizzled with syrup. Feeling a bit extravagant? Top them with fresh berries and a dollop of vanilla-infused whipped cream. Wash it all down with a chilled glass of orange juice or a warm cup of coffee for the ultimate breakfast experience.

If by some chance you end up with leftovers, repurpose them into pancakes the following day. However, we wouldn’t be shocked if every last bite disappeared in a flash.

Ingredients:

 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon white sugar

3 tablespoons melted butter

1 egg

1/4 cup milk

 

Cooking spray for greasing

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, egg, and milk until smooth. Let this mixture rest for 5 minutes.

Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat and lightly spray with cooking spray.

Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set. Flip and continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

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How To Make GRANDMA’S COUNTRY WHITE BREAD

Fantastic recipe! I opted to use regular flour, emulating what Grandma Van Doren probably did, as I’m pretty sure “bread flour” wasn’t a thing during her time. A little tip: if you double the amount of yeast, it halves the rising time, which is a real time-saver.
This bread is incredibly delicious and surprisingly easy to make using a mixer. I like to place the unbaked loaves in disposable bread pans and freeze them before they rise. That way, I can enjoy fresh home-baked bread anytime. Simply leave the frozen dough out on the counter in the morning to rise throughout the day, then bake it in the evening. This bread pairs wonderfully with all kinds of food, but be warned, it disappears fast!
Wow, this recipe is truly impressive! I’m a big fan of baking bread and it’s always disappointing when it turns out dense. This bread, however, was beautifully light with a soft and chewy crust! I ended up using 4 packets of Rapid Rise Yeast since that’s what I had on hand. Regular all-purpose flour worked just fine too. I allowed the dough to rise for an hour between each step and let the cinnamon rolls rise an additional 35 minutes while the bread baked. The result? Two nice loaves and a generous batch of 18 cinnamon rolls topped with cream cheese icing. Delicious! We polished off an entire loaf with a Peasant soup for dinner and had a cinnamon roll for dessert. I’m stuffed! The bread has a nice tangy flavor and a wonderful texture. Don’t hesitate, you must TRY IT!

INGREDIENTS:

3 cups lukewarm water
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons yeast
1/3 cup oil
1 tablespoon salt
6 to 7 cups unbleached ground white wheat flour (Alternatively, regular all-purpose flour can be used. This might require a little more quantity, around 8 cups, leading to a softer, less coarse bread.)
Optional: 1 tablespoon vital wheat gluten (applicable if you’re using whole white wheat flour)

PROCEDURE:

Initiate the process by dissolving the yeast in a blend of warm water and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Let this mixture rest for about 10 minutes before adding the oil. Now, integrate the salt and start with 6 cups of flour into the mixture. Combine all the ingredients to form a dough.

Indulge in a kneading spree, ensuring all the ingredients have melded together and the dough has turned smooth and elastic. It should be mildly sticky and start to detach from the bowl. This should take you anywhere between 6 to 10 minutes. If needed, keep adding more flour gradually until you attain the perfect dough consistency.

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