Free Recipes Archive
Everyone knows about and has used Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup. It is a critical ingredient in thousands of casserole dishes – and that is a good thing. But to sit down to a bowl of fresh, homemade creamy mushroom Read More …
Minestrone is an Italian soup that simply means “dish up.” Typically it is made with fresh vegetables, tomatoes and can have beans, pasta and rice in it. It can contain meat or meat broths or be strickly vegetarian. Minestrone is Read More …
Oyster Stew is a classic meal and a Christmas Eve tradition for many. That tradition is said to have started with Irish immigrants who fled here during the potato famine in the mid-1800s. They replaced a traditional stew containing ling Read More …
“Food and sex are so related that when you start to do research it seems that every sort of food imaginable was at some point considered an aphrodisiac. To me, a perfect piece of fruit at its height of ripeness Read More …
A tasty corn sauce that goes well on seafood. I actually like this drizzled lightly over a salmon or crab cakes. 2 Shallots, chopped 1 cup Whole kernel corn, drained 1/4 cup Poblano chili, chopped fine Salt to taste 1 Read More …
There are many recipes for Caesar Salad. This one is said to be the original one, minus the coddled eggs. The American Egg Board states: “There have been warnings against consuming raw or lightly cooked eggs on the grounds that Read More …
If there is one dish that could be considered Mexican haute cuisine, then Mole Poblano is surely it. Legend has it that the voluptuous sauce – a blend of chiles, spices, and chocolate – was created by the European Catholic Read More …
Here’s a Chinese restaurant-style dish that’ll have your taste buds zinging with flavor. Quick cooking on high heat helps keep the tender veal moist. 1 pound veal, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 teaspoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons chili sauce Read More …
Chef Paul Prudhomme learned the importance of using the freshest ingredients while cooking at his mother’s side and continues to use only earth’s finest harvests in his food. Prudhomme recommends a great spring recipe for vegetarians to try that is Read More …
Whole cooked garlic is far milder than processed garlic when cooked. The more you process garlic, the stronger the garlic flavor. Just to prove that point, try this recipe using forty cloves of garlic for one little ‘ol chicken instead Read More …
New Mexican Traditional Reservation Recipe Sopaipillas are an incredibly light, puffy fry bread. To eat, poke or tear them open and spread with honey or honey butter. Though recipes vary, the one thing to keep in mind is that they Read More …
An easy appetizer that seems much more sophisticated than it is! 1 can Refrigerated Crescent Roll Dough 1 wedge of Brie 1/4 cup each of Apricot & Raspberry Preserves Heat over to 375. Grease mini muffin pans (you will need Read More …
Serve these to all of your guests without apology. They will never guess that these are gluten-free! 1/2 cup French Bread /Pizza Mix 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder Pinch of salt Pinch each, of cayenne, paprika, and white pepper 1 cup Read More …
Jacques Pepin uses aspic to cover the top of pate. You will need to prepare the aspic and then let it cool so that it begins to thicken. Jacques describes the proper consistency as “oily”. If it becomes too thick Read More …
Asparagus are finger food in my family, like corn on the cob or clams on the half-shell, and in the spring when they first appear in the markets, we eat as much as we can. Unless the spears are pencil-thin, Read More …
Below is the step-by-step procedure for processing foods that require less than 10 minutes processing time. Use this procedure for all sweet spreads as directed in the recipes. If the recipe requires a preparation and cooking time longer than 20 Read More …
Do you have a recipe calling for dry coconut pecan frosting mix and found that it is no longer available? Well, no need to fret! Pillsbury has provided this helpful recipe for cooks who still want to use those tasty Read More …
Few things are as soothing as sitting down to a hot cup of coffee. Less soothing, though, is trying to decode the swirl of coffee lingo out there, used to describe the seemingly endless variety of coffee drinks that are Read More …
In 1869, Ulysses S. Grant was sworn into the Presidency and the last stake was driven into the transcontinental railroad. That same year, two men - a fruit merchant named Joseph Campbell and an icebox manufacturer named Abraham Anderson – Read More …
This Double Chocolaty Chip Starbucks copycat recipe is delicious and chock-full of chocolate! As a bonus, it is caffeine free since there is no coffee so it’s great for all ages! Though, if you do want that extra pick-me-up (and Read More …
I’ve tried many red apple martinis and found out that simple is best! 1 shot of vodka 1 shot of sour apple pucker liquor; I used Dekuyper 1 1/2 shots of 100% pure cranberry juice crushed ice sliced apple for Read More …
With lime drink and pineapple juice, this party punch isn’t scary at all–for the kids or the adults. But putting the punch in a second bowl of dry ice gives it that eerie feeling that’s perfect for a spooky party. Read More …
This is a versatile rosy punch that’s not too sweet, so it really refreshes! 1 (6-ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed 1 (6-ounce) can frozen limeade concentrate, thawed 1 (20-ounce) can pineapple chunks, undrained 2 cups water 1 (2 liter) Read More …
You’ll find it very easy to recreate the flavors of McDonald’s perennial St. Patrick’s Day shake using only four ingredients. The two that make this holiday shake unique are the mint extract and green food coloring. Make sure your extract Read More …
Here’s a clone recipe for that popular convenience store slush that most everyone knows from the excruciating brain freeze that follows a big gulp. You must have a blender to make this clone of 7-11’s Slurpee, and enough room to Read More …
Few things are as soothing as sitting down to a hot cup of coffee. Less soothing, though, is trying to decode the swirl of coffee lingo out there, used to describe the seemingly endless variety of coffee drinks that are Read More …
Crunchy, crusty sourdough bread with the beautiful flavours of garlic olive oil and basil…. and then that warm and melty cheese with the sweetness of grilled cherry tomatoes. 8 pieces thick sliced sourdough loaf (or loaf of choice) Garlic Olive Read More …
A simple, yet healthy snack that will help satisfy your sweet tooth without making you feel guilty. Try any number of flavor combinations. 1 lb green seedless grapes or 1 lb red seedless grapes, pulled from the stems and rinsed Read More …
Who has time to make dinner from scratch on a Monday? No one will know that you used pre-cooked chicken strips as the base for this meaty sandwich. 6 tablespoons butter 4 garlic cloves, minced 4 tablespoons Frank’s red hot Read More …
This is certainly a decadent breakfast that everyone always loves. 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted 2 (12 1/2 ounce) cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls 6 eggs 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons vanilla Read More …
There’s nothing quite like sitting down to a hearty, slow cooked dinner at day’s end. And, it’s even better when that dinner is pot roast with all the trimmings. 1 chuck roast (around 3 pounds) Olive oil 1 pound carrots, Read More …
It doesn’t get much easier than an authentic enchilada recipe that calls for only five ingredients. These are cheesy, hearty, spicy and company-worthy to boot. 1 lb ground beef 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1 (20 Read More …
A delicious dessert that combines two of your favorites into one! Crust Ingredients: 32 chocolate sandwich cookies, finely processed into crumbs (cream and all – it’ll disappear when you crush them up!) 5 1/3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled Read More …
A quick and easy recipe that can be used as an appetizer, a side dish, or even an entree! 2 Medium sized Zucchini’s, sliced into 1/2″ rounds 2 TBS of *Garlic Oil Mix together 1/4 teaspoon each of dried Basil, Read More …
Cooking by color might not be the surest way to devise holiday-appropriate recipes, but who can resist the lure of black linguine on Halloween? Tossing it with pumpkin-hued vegetables lusty with garlic and hot pepper might seem like hobgoblin overkill, Read More …
Let’s talk about everything that is warm, cozy and comfy like this creamy butternut dauphinoise aka butternut squash au gratin. This time of the year a bit of warming up is in order and that’s how this dish came to Read More …
A fun way to make tacos around Halloween ! It is very important that you use the super stuffer type tacos for this recipe, as it will allow you room to put in your toppings for the decoration. 2 Plum Read More …
Kids and adults alike will get a kick out of these “red-veined eyeball” toasts. The great thing about the boo-schetta is that a platter full of them not only looks eerie but also tastes delicious?a claim you can?t always make Read More …
This is a perfect party appetizer that is both easy to make and impressive. 4 slices bacon 1/2 small red onion; chopped 3 tablespoons orange juice 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles 2 1/2 ounces Neufchâtel cheese 1/2 cup chopped pecans; Read More …
Want to make a blackberry jelly that your friends and family will rave about? This recipe makes an exceptional jelly. This recipe is special. Natural pectin in apples is used to thicken the jelly rather than powdered pectin. 12 cups Read More …
This is savoury bread that is in a snowflake shape and is great for parties, morning teas and at home. It is best eaten warm however can also be warmed up later in a microwave Dough 5 cups of Baker’s Read More …
This desert can be made with any number of levels and toppings, my favorite look and taste is that from the combination of strawberries and cream. This recipe uses fresh strawberries and strawberry sauce. Pavlova 6 egg whites 3 cups Read More …
These really easy bite size pieces of zucchini with a topping that tastes like pizza is for no brainers because it’s so simple to make. This takes 5 mins to put together and 30 mins to cook so they are Read More …
You’ve tried everything to make lobster bisque — a drip bisque maker, a percolator, French press, AeroPress, even a pressure lobster bisque maker — and sure, it tastes great, but you can’t help but feel that none of it captures Read More …
Low fat, low calories, great taste…what’s not to love! Refrigerate the tomatoes for at least an hour before serving to let them soak in all that wonderful dressing! 4 medium tomatoes, sliced 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped or 2 teaspoons Read More …
A delicious pumpkin cookie that can be eaten single or filled with whoopie pie filling to make it even better. 2 cups packed brown sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 1 1/2 cups solid pack pumpkin puree 2 eggs 3 cups Read More …
If you like nuts in your desserts , you will like this variation to the classic apple pie filling. I noticed that the nut filling on the bottom also helps to keep the crust crispier and prevents it from getting Read More …
Have some leftovers from your holiday party you want to use up? Turn that potato salad into a pancake, that corn on the cob into a salad and better yet — that pulled pork into a molten pile of nachos: Read More …
What an unusual use for this glorious summer fruit! A Danish recipe that I thoroughly enjoyed. Though the original recipe called for vanilla, I found that the lemon zest did more to perk up the flavor of the berries. Cooking Read More …
Make these fun and delicious Mini Pizza Monkey Breads using Bridgford’s Parkerhouse rolls. They’re a great, kid friendly, value-added option that will complement soups and salads. 48 Bridgford Parkerhouse Rolls 1/2 cup chopped pepperoni (about 40 slices) 2 cups shredded Read More …