Something Southern

Green Chile Cheese Fries - "Say it 10 times real fast"!

2011-07-09T14:26:00.002-04:00

You can either buy the fries or make them yourself...I prefer to fry my own and layer them on a baking tin pop in preheated oven at about 350 for 5 minutesPlace the cheese and chilies, including juice in a bowl and place in microwave...pour over fries! 2 lbs Velveeta Cheese or Aged Sharp Cheddar (I prefer the latter) 3 cans diced green chiles

2011-04-28T17:54:00.002-04:00

Hot Shoppes Hot Fudge Ice Cream Cake

2011-01-08T15:45:00.006-05:00

Ingredients:2 slices of plain yellow cake, day old - 3" x 3" x 1/2" 1 square Ice cream square, 3" x 3" 4 tbs or more Hot fudge, heated Whipped cream Maraschino cherry, half - drained Yield: 1 Serving PREPARATION: 1. Place one square of yellow cake on serving plate. 2. Top with ice cream square and place second square of plainyellow cake on top of the ice cream. 3.

Hot Shoppes "Teen Twist" Sandwich

2011-01-08T11:06:00.009-05:00

4 oz or more Ham, Thinly Sliced1 slice American Cheese - cut in half lengthwise 2 Tomato Slices Lettuce, shredded 1 tbs Tartar Sauce Butter, softened 1 Sub or Twist Roll, sliced lengthwise Yield: 1

Grape Salad

2009-09-28T23:52:00.000-04:00

This one is unique and you I haven’t seen this one at too many pot luck dinners. This can be made ahead of time, and served later. Best of all grapes are always in season, so you can make fresh tasting grape salad whenever you like.2 lbs. Red Seedless Grapes2 lbs. Green Seedless Grapes8 oz Container Sour Cream8 oz Cream Cheese1 tsp Lemon Juice1 1/2 cup Powder SugarWash and completely dry Grapes

Poulet de Crockpot dans l'orange (Crockpot Orange Chicken)

2009-09-26T17:41:00.002-04:00

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 tsp. salt1/2 tsp. chili powder1/2 tsp. ground cayenne pepper1/2 tsp. paprika1 c. chopped onions1/2 c. chopped bell peppers1/2 c. chopped celery2 cloves garlic, minced6 oz. orange juice1 tsp. grated orange rind2 T. honey1 T. Worcestershire sauce1/2 tsp. ground gingerRinse chicken and place on a plate. Combine salt, cayenne pepper, chili powder and paprika and

Cracker Salad

2009-09-26T17:39:00.001-04:00

1 sleeve saltine crackers1 large tomato, finely chopped3 green onions, finely chopped1-1/2 c. mayonnaise1 hard-boiled egg, finely choppedSalt and Freshly ground black pepperIn a medium bowl, coarsely crush the crackers with your hands. Add remaining ingredietns; season wtih salt and pepper. Mix well and serve.

Mighty Mo Burger

2009-09-26T17:20:00.004-04:00

When I was a young girl living in Greensboro, NC, there was a restaurant called "The Hot Shoppes" on Summit Avenue. I believe it's now the Greensboro location for "Libby Hill Seafood". The pic above is a much older pic but it looked just like that!The Hot Shoppes also was the teen hangout for school, and we would drive in circles around meeting our friends. Really strange how we would circle

Greek Stew

2009-08-28T08:27:00.002-04:00

* 6 pounds chuck roast, cut into large chunks * 1/2 cup olive oil * 1 teaspoon white sugar * 6 pounds small white onions, cleaned and scored * 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste * 1/2 cup red wine * 1/2 cup red wine vinegar * 6 cloves garlic * 1 teaspoon whole pickling spices * 1 bay leaf * 1 cinnamon stick * 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary * to taste, salt and

Homemade Apple Butter

2009-08-28T08:11:00.003-04:00

Apple Butter is good on just about everything from a bagel to pancakes and espcially on toast! The store bought brand is alright but I prefer to make my own...first you gotta have Apples! Think it's best to mix them up, Granny Smith, Red Delicious, McIntosh...just fill the crockpot up because they will cook down4 cup sugar (can be adjusted according to amt of apples used)4 tsp cinnamon1 tsp

Pineapple Grilled Chicken

2009-08-25T22:38:00.002-04:00

1 cup (6-oz.can) pineapple juice2 Tablespoons brown sugar1/2 cup soy sauce1 clove garlic, minced8 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 large pineapple, cored and sliced 1-inch thickCombine pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce and garlic in a small bowl.Pour over chicken breasts; refrigerate several hours or overnight.Remove chicken from marinade. Grill chicken, covered with grill lid, over

Squash Casserole

2009-08-25T22:37:00.000-04:00

1 pound yellow crookneck squash, cooked and mashed1/2 cup chopped onion1 cup grated extra sharp cheese1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1/2 cup mayonnaise1 egg, beaten1 stick butter, melted1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushedCombine squash, onion, cheese, sugar, salt, pepper, mayonnaise and egg in a large mixing bowl. Stir to mix well. Pour into a greased 2 quart

Ice Cream Sandwich Dessert

2009-08-25T22:33:00.005-04:00

1 (16-ounce) can chocolate syrup3/4 cup peanut butter18 ice cream sandwiches1 (12-ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed1 cup salted peanutsPlace chocolate syrup in a medium mixing bowl. Microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes. Add peanut butter and stir until smooth. Set aside to cool to room temperature.Line the bottom of a 13x9-inch pan with ice cream sandwiches. Spread half the whipped

Good Old Potato Soup

2009-08-25T22:32:00.000-04:00

4 large baking potatoes2/3 cup butter or margarine2/3 cup all-purpose flour6 cups milk3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper4 green onions, sliced, divided12 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, divided1 1/2 cups (6-ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese, divided1 (8-ounce) carton sour creamWash potatoes; pierce several times with a fork. Bake at 400 ° for 45 minutes or until tender. Cut potatoes in half

Aloha Chicken Wings!

2009-08-25T22:31:00.000-04:00

3 pounds chicken drummettes (about 34)1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 cup chicken broth1/3 cup soy sauce3 Tablespoons sugar3 Tablespoons brown sugar3 Tablespoons vinegar1/4 teaspoon ground gingerPlace chicken in baking pan. Sprinkle with garlic powder.Combine remaining ingredients in small bowl; stir until well blended.Pour over chicken, cover, and refrigerate overnight or several hours.Bake

Chocolate Italian Cream Cake

2009-08-25T22:30:00.001-04:00

1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening2 cups sugar5 eggs, separated1 teaspoon baking soda2 cups sifted all-purpose flour1/4 cup powdered cocoa1 cup buttermilk1 cup coconut1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 to 1 cup chopped pecansChocolate Cream Cheese FrostingGrease and flour three 8-inch cake pans; set aside.Beat butter and shortening at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; gradually

Southern Ambrosia

2009-08-25T22:27:00.003-04:00

1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained3/4 cup miniature marshmallows1/2 cup flaked coconut1/2 cup chopped Georgia pecans1 (11-oz.) can Mandarin oranges, drained1 cup Maraschino cherries, halved and well-drained1 cup sour creamCombine all ingredients in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight for best flavor. Serve as a dessert or salad.

Holiday Muffins

2009-08-25T22:27:00.001-04:00

Vegetable spray2 ½ cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1/3 cup brown sugar2 teaspoons baking soda½ teaspoon baking powder½ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon¼ teaspoon nutmeg1 egg white3 eggs, beaten½ cup sweet applesauce½ cup vegetable oil2 tablespoons sour cream2 teaspoons vanilla-butternut flavoring1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and finely chopped1 cup baking raisins1 cup walnuts,

Chicken Stew

2009-08-25T22:25:00.001-04:00

This is a tasty fat-free chicken stew that can warm you on a cold winters night...1 frying chicken, cut up, skin and fat removed1 (28-ounce) carton fat free chicken broth2 cloves garlic, minced1 bay leaf1 cup chopped onions5 carrots, cut into 1-inch chunks2 ribs celery, cut into 1-inch chunks1 (1-pound) package frozen green beans or peas1 (12-ounce) bag egg-free noodles6 cups waterSalt and pepper

Old Timey Grandma Nuckle's Butter Cake

2009-08-25T22:24:00.002-04:00

1 cup butter2 cups sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 eggs3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilk1/2 cup powdered sugarPreheat oven to 350 degrees.Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy in large bowl of electric mixer. Add vanilla and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine dry ingredients. Add to creamed mixture alternately with

Moms Chocolate Pie

2009-08-25T22:23:00.000-04:00

1 (9-inch) deep dish pie crust, baked3 egg yolks, beaten4 tablespoons flour1 cup sugar3 tablespoons cocoa1 cup milk1/4 cup butter or margarine1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup sugarCombine egg yolks, 1 cup sugar, flour, cocoa, milk, and butter in a large saucepan. Mix well and cook over medium heat until thickened, stirring

Corn Salad

2009-08-25T22:22:00.002-04:00

This is better if made the day before serving. It's one of my daughter-in-law, Kristen's favorite!2 (11-ounce) cans extra sweet whole kernel corn, drained1 cup chopped Vidalia onion1 cup chopped green pepper1 cup chopped red pepper1/2 cup mayonnaiseSalt and pepper to taste1 tomato, choppedCombine all ingredients except tomato in large glass bowl. Stir to combine. Refrigerate overnight. At serving

Apple Cake

2009-08-25T22:21:00.001-04:00

2 cups chopped apples (medium tart)1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltFlour enough to make batter stiff enough to stay together when baked (about 1 cup)1/2 cup sugar1 egg1 cup buttermilkButterGround cinnamonSugarPreheat oven to 400 degrees.Combine apples, soda, salt, flour, sugar, egg and buttermilk in mixing bowl. Stir to combine. Pour into 2 greased and floured 8-inch pans. Bake for 10

Chocolate Sheet Cake

2009-08-25T22:20:00.000-04:00

2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup water1 cup margarine or butter2 tablespoons powdered cocoa2 eggs1/2 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon vanilla extractPreheat oven to 375 degrees.Combine flour, sugar and salt in large mixing bowl. Set aside.Combine water, butter and cocoa in medium saucepan. Bring mixture to a rolling boil, stirring often. Pour chocolate

Chicken Pie

2009-08-25T22:18:00.000-04:00

2 cups diced, cooked chicken1/2 cup diced onion1 cup diced Granny Smith apple1/2 cup golden raisins1/2 cup celery1(10 -ounce) can cream of chicken soup1 soup can water1/2 cup mayonnaise1 cup fresh breadcrumbs2 tablespoons margarine or butterSalt and white pepper to tastePreheat oven to 350 degrees.Combine chicken, onion, apple, raisins and celery in a large bowl. Set aside.Whisk together soup,