INGREDIENTS 1 pkg spice cake mix 2 cups shredded carrots 1 8 oz can crushed pineapple 1 cup chopped pecans 2 8 oz pkg cream cheese 2 cups powdered sugar 1 tub 8 oz whipped topping, thawed METHOD: HEAT: oven to 350°F Prepare: cake batter as directed on package ; stir in carrots, pineapple and 3/4 cups of the nuts. Pour into 2 – 9 inch square cake pans and bake 25 to 30 mins or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 mins; invert onto wire racks. Remove pans, turn over the cakes …
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Continue ReadingINGREDIENTS: 45 Oreo Cookies (1-1/2 pkg./350 g each), divided 1/4 cup butter, melted 3 pkg. (250 g each) Cream Cheese, softened 1/2 cup sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 3 cups thawed Whipped Topping METHOD: Line 13×9-inch pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides of pan. Coarsely chop 15 of the cookies; set aside. Finely crush remaining cookies; mix with butter. Press firmly onto bottom of prepared pan. Refrigerate while preparing filling. Beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Gently stir in whipped topping and chopped cookies. Spoon…
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Continue ReadingWarm up your weeknight! INGREDIENTS: FOR THE SOUP 1 large onion chopped 1 1/2 tbsp chopped fresh ginger 2 tbsp olive oil 4 large garlic cloves, chopped 2 tsp ground coriander 4 1/2 cups peeled, 1 in chunks pumpkin or other orange-fleshed squash: (from 2 1/2 lb squash) 4 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth 3/4 tsp kosher salt 1/2 tsp pepper FOR THE PESTO 1 small garlic clove 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, plus slivered leaves 1/8 tsp kosher salt 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup salted roasted pumpkin seeds METHOD: 1. Make soup: Saute onion and ginger in…
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Continue ReadingDelicious Tandoori Chicken… especially for the Barbecue! Never fret, if you need to you can also use an inside grill, just bake first in 350 F oven for the first half-hour then finish off the scrumptiousness on your indoor grill. Prep Time : approx 4 – 6 hours INGREDIENTS: 2 medium roasting chickens ( 3 lb or 1 1/2 kg ea) 1/4 cup ( 2 fl oz / 60 ml ) lemon juice endive leaves for serving tomato and chili relish for serving For The Tandoori Paste 2 cloves garlic, peeled 1 in ( 2 1/2 cm ) peeled, fresh…
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Harley’s Sweet Strawberry Salsa INGREDIENTS For Sweet Strawberry Salsa 2 cups strawberries, coarsely chopped 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh pineapple 1/2 cup coarsely chopped, peeled fresh mango and or peaches 2 tablespoons honey 1 teaspoon lime zest 2 tablespoons lime juice 1/2 teaspoon fresh grated ginger 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper METHOD: In a bowl combine strawberries, pineapple, mango, honey, lime zest. lime juice, ginger and black pepper. Cover and chill for 2 to 24 hours. Makes 3 cups Harley’s Savory Strawberry Salsa INGREDIENTS: 2 cups strawberries, coarsely chopped 1 cup coarsely chopped seeded and peeled avocado 1/2 cup seeded…
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Continue ReadingA moist chewy macaroon crust sets this almond flavored cheesecake apart from all the rest. Prep time : 25 mins INGREDIENTS: CRUST: 1 – 7oz pkg Angle Flake Coconut, lightly toasted 1/2 cup finely chopped almonds, lightly toasted 1 -14 oz can sweetened condensed milk, divided 1/3 cup flour 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) margarine, melted FILLING: 4 (8 oz) pkgs cream cheese softened 1/4 cup sugar 4 eggs 1/4 cup almond-flavored liqueur METHOD: Pre-heat oven 325°F CRUST: Mix the coconut, almonds, 1/2 cup of sweetened condensed milk, flour and margarine. Press onto the bottom of a 9 – inch springform…
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Continue ReadingTo prevent cracking follow these quick mixing and baking hints: Mixing: ***Soften cream cheese before mixing. To soften in microwave, place one unwrapped package in a microwaveable bowl. Microwave on high 15 seconds. Add 15 seconds for each additional package of cream cheese. ***Don’t overbeat. Beat on low speed after adding eggs, just until blended. ***Gently stir in any flavorings ingredients { chocolate chips, fruits, etc } at the very end of mixing. Baking: ***Bake in a moist oven. When preheating oven, place a 13×9 inch baking pan half filled with water on bottom rack of oven. Bake cheesecake on…
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Harley’s Swedish Meatballs These delicious meatballs can be served as a main course over noodles or as snacks for a party. Either way, they are sure to please ! INGREDIENTS: 3/4 lb lean ground beef 1/2 lb ground veal 1/4 lb ground pork 1 1/2 cups soft bread crumbs 1 cup light cream 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 tablespoon butter 1 egg 1/4 cup finely snipped parsley 1 1/4 teaspoon salt Dash pepper dash ground ginger Dash ground nutmeg 2 tablespoons butter 1 beef bouillon cube METHOD: Have meats ground together twice. Soak bread in cream about 5…
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Continue ReadingDunn’s Famous Cheesecake Recipe One of the best cheesecakes you will ever eat, Dunn’s Famous Cheesecake is a Montreal, Quebec favorite This recipe is from the Montreal Gazette. I have the actual newspaper clipping, but it is getting old, yellow and very paper worn. It is such a delicious cheesecake that I make from memory all the time, but I thought I would share it here so if my memory fails it will be here for at least as long as I am alive! Enjoy one of the most delicious offerings Montreal has to offer! INGREDIENTS: 2 pkg. (8 oz.…
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Continue ReadingVeal Chops With Tomato and Mushrooms INGREDIENTS: 6 Veal Chops 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tbsp butter 1 small onion, diced fine 2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced thick 1/2 cup white wine ( see hint ) 1 garlic clove 2 sage leaves, fresh or dried 1 cup ripe tomatoes, peeled and diced 11 cups chicken broth salt and pepper to taste METHOD: Season veal chops on both sides with salt and pepper. In a large skillet heat oil and butter, add veal chops and brown slightly on both sides turning frequently. Saute for about 5 minutes. Remove veal chops from…