Peach Caramel French Toast

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1 29-ounce can sliced peaches with syrup1½ cup granulated syrup¼ pound (1 stick) margarine or butter1 cup light brown sugar2 Tablespoons water6 to 8 slices white bread5 eggs1¼ cups whole milk1 Tablespoon vanilla Drain the peaches and reserve the syrup for later. Heat the granulated sugar and butter or margarine in microwave on high for…

Peanut Squash Custard

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Courtesy Fred & Jenny Wiche I know that many people have never heard of peanut squash. If you're lucky enough to find it, try this one. It's so good that it's worth finding the variety and planting your own. 1 peanut squash1 tablespoon butter½ teaspoon baking powder1 egg½ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground…

Racehorse Tarts

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CRUST1½ cups flourDash of salt1 teaspoon sugar½ cup solid vegetable shortening⅓ cup ice water1 egg yolkFILLING½ cup flour1 cup sugar2 eggs, beaten1 stick butter, melted½ cup pecans1 cup chocolate chips1 teaspoon vanilla extractGood Kentucky BourbonPreheat oven to 350 degrees. TO MAKE THE CRUSTMix flour, salt and sugar. Cut in the shortening with a pastry cutter…

Rum Raisin Holiday Spread

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1½ cups raisins5 Tablespoons dark rum½ pound sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated 6 ounces cream cheese Soak the raisins in the rum until they are plump. In a food processor, process the cheeses until they are smooth and spreadable. Add the raisins and rum and blend well until smooth. Yield: 2 cups spread. This spread…

Scalloped Ham and Potatoes

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Scalloped ham and potatoes is a dish I've enjoyed for as long as I can remember. It's still a great one-dish meal on busy days and a great comfort food in cold weather. Of all the recipes for this old favorite, Lorene Fulkerson's is the best. 4 tablespoons (½ stick) margarine¼ cup flour2 cups skim…

Spumoni Meringues

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I must admit that I go to great lengths to create spectacular dishes during the holidays to serve to my family and closest friends. This is so simple, yet so elegant. If you love spumoni ice cream as much as I do, you'll love this holiday dessert. Kids certainly do! Meringue shells3 egg whites1 teaspoon…

Southern Sweet Potato Pie

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4 tablespoons (½ stick) butter½ teaspoon salt¾ cup sugar3 egg yolksJuice of 1 lemon (about 3 tablespoons)2 teaspoons grated lemon rind¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg¼ teaspoon ground allspice2 cups mashed sweet potatoes1 cup whole milk, scalded3 egg whites, stiffly beaten1 (9-inch) pie shell, unbaked Heat the oven to 425°. Blend butter, salt, and…

Warm Cider Sauce

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1 cup apple cider¾ cup light corn syrup¼ cup sugar4 Tablespoons unsalted butterJuice and grated zest of 1 lemon½ teaspoon ground nutmegPinch of ground ginger Combine all ingredients in saucepan and heat until sugar dissolves. Serve warm.

Lima Bean Casserole

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Courtesy Fred & Jenny Wiche ¼ cup chopped green onion2 tablespoons butter1 (2-ounce) jar chopped pimientos1 cup sour cream2 cans lima beans, drained, or 2 14- to 16-ounce packages frozen lima beans, cooked and drainedPaprika Saute the onion in melted butter until soft. Add pimientos, sour cream, and lima beans and simmer until heated through.…

Wild Turkey Bourbon Marinade

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Note: Use this sauce to marinate red meats before cooking and to baste meats while cooking.2 cups soy sauce¼ cup Wild Turkey bourbon2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons dry mustard2 tablespoons finely chopped ginger root(or 1 tablespoon ground ginger)1 tablespoon garlic salt1 teaspoon TabascoCombine all ingredients and mix well. Pour into quart jar. Yield: 1 quart.