Tag Archives: from scratch

Pound Cake

Published in baking, Desserts, Recipes on May 10, 2012

PrintPound Cake Serving Size: serves 10-12. Another of my childhood favorites. I love to serve this (unfrosted) with sliced strawberries and whipped cream. Ingredients2 cups butter (real butter, no substitutes) 2 cups sugar 8 eggs 1 tsp. salt 2 tsp. vanilla extract 3 cups flour 1 tsp. baking powderInstructionsCream together butter and sugar. Add eggs, […]

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Carrot Cake

Published in baking, Desserts, Recipes on May 10, 2012

PrintCarrot Cake Serving Size: Serves 10-12. This recipe was my maternal grandmother’s, and I remember my mom making it when I was little. My mom used to grate the carrots by hand. I am once again so thankful for my food processor! The job is done in no time at all. The sour cream is […]

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Alfredo Chicken Lasagna

Published in Chicken, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on March 10, 2012

PrintAlfredo Chicken Lasagna Prep Time: 30 minutesCook Time: 45 minutesTotal Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes Yield: 12 servings Surprisingly simple, this white lasagna is a twist on the traditional dish and a creative way to use leftover chicken.Ingredients12 lasagna noodles 3 cups shredded chicken 24 oz. Alfredo sauce (about 1 1/2 jars) 1 pound ricotta […]

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Strawberry Shortcake

Published in baking, Desserts, Recipes on March 8, 2012

PrintStrawberry Shortcake Ingredients3 cups unbleached flour ½ cup sugar 4½ tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. fresh lemon zest ¾ cup butter, at room temperature ¾ cup milk 1 tsp. vanilla 4 cups sliced strawberries 2 cups heavy whipping cream ½ tsp. vanilla ¼ cup powdered sugarInstructionsIn a bowl, combine all of the […]

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Herbed Pizza Crust

Published in baking, Breads, Recipes on March 5, 2012

PrintHerbed Pizza Crust This recipe will make enough crust for 3 13-inch pizzas or one 11×16 pan plus one 13-inch pizza. It will also make about 10 individual sized pizzas, which I make and freeze for my daughter’s school lunches. Ingredients4 1/2 cups unbleached flour 1 1/2 tsp. plus 1/2 tsp. sugar 1 1/2 tsp. […]

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Teriyaki Salmon

Published in Fish, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on March 4, 2012

PrintTeriyaki Salmon Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 25 minutes Yield: 4 servings Ingredients1 pound salmon fillets, skinless 1 Tbsp. olive oil sea salt & pepper to taste 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce 8 cups raw baby spinach leavesInstructionsPreheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. […]

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Slow Cooker Taco Soup

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes, Slow Cooker Recipes, Soups and Stews on March 3, 2012

PrintSlow Cooker Taco Soup Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 6 hoursTotal Time: 6 hours, 15 minutes Yield: 6 servings It’s a quick and easy way to fix a Mexican dinner that won’t have you stuck in the kitchen. Instead, let your slow cooker do the work! You could also serve this dish with warmed flour […]

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Buttermilk Pancakes

Published in Breads, breakfast, kids activities, organic food, Recipes on March 1, 2012

PrintButtermilk Pancakes Ingredients1¾ cups unbleached flour ¼ cup whey protein powder 2 Tbsp. sugar 2 tsp. baking powder ¼ cup melted butter or oil 2¼ cups buttermilk 2 tsp. vanilla 2 eggs, slightly beatenInstructionsIn a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, combine wet ingredients. Make a well in the center of the […]

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Pasta Primavera

Published in healthy foods, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes, Vegetarian on February 25, 2012

PrintPasta Primavera Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 15 minutesTotal Time: 30 minutes Yield: 6 servings A great vegetarian dish all on its own, or add leftover grilled chicken, beef or shrimp. Experiment with different vegetable combinations — green peppers, mushrooms, squash and others are also tasty in this recipe.Ingredients1 pound dry pasta 1 cup carrots, […]

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Sloppy Joes

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on February 25, 2012

PrintSloppy Joes Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 35 minutes Yield: 8 servings You don’t have to rely on canned sauce to make your own tasty sloppy joes. It’s a simple recipe, and one that allows you to adjust the spices to your family’s tastes.Ingredients2 pounds ground beef 1 can tomato puree (28 […]

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