Archive for October, 2007

Teri’s Eggless Eggnog

Contributed by: Teri LaFerney

  • 1 package instant French Vanilla Pudding Mix
  • 1-1/2 quarts Milk
  • 2-1/2 tsp. Rum flavored extract
  • 1/2 tsp. nutmeg

    • In a large bowl, combine the pudding mix with 2 cups of milk, following package directions; allow to chill for 5 minutes. To the pudding, stir in the rum flavoring and nutmeg. Slowly Wisk in the remaining 4 cups of milk until the mixture is thick but a drinkable consistency. Chill until ready to serve.

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    Jones :: Oct.08.2007 :: Holiday Food :: 1 Comment »

    Aunt Donna’s Basket Party Salsa

    Contributed by: Donna Wheatley (LaFerney)

    I got this recipe from a customer who became a dear friend over the years. She always served it at her parties, and it was always gobbled right up. It’s easy to make and is a great dip for veggies when you’re on a diet! (Another popular LaFerney family activity)

    4 ripe avocados, peeled and chopped, and placed in a bowl and covered with

    Lemon juice: 1/4 to 1/2 cup

  • 1 large onion chopped, or about a cup of chopped green onions
  • 1 can Rotel tomatoes
  • 1 can stewed tomatoes

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    Jones :: Oct.06.2007 :: Appetizers :: No Comments »

    6 Easy Tips For Fool Proof Turkeys

    Thanksgiving and the Holiday Season is soon to be upon us, and sooner or later every cook has to face the task of cooking a turkey. That giant bird can be intimidating but by following a few guidelines success can be guaranteed.

    1. Don’t get a bigger turkey than you really need. The bigger the bird, the harder it is to handle, and the longer it takes. Although, that said, two small turkeys are even more trouble than one big one.
    2. Plan for plenty of time for thawing - In the refrigerator! about 24 hours for every 4 pounds of turkey. 16 pound bird = 4 days, and don’t count Thanksgiving day, you want that thing completely thawed by the big day.

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    Jones :: Oct.03.2007 :: Holiday Food :: No Comments »

    Aunt Donna’s Thanksgiving Caramel Apple Cake

    Contributed by: Donna Jean Wheatley (LaFerney)
    Source: Southern Living Cake Cookbook

    I got this recipe from a very old Southern Living Cake Cookbook that was supposed to be traditional southern cakes. It was called Auntie Ann’s Apple Cake. I made it the first time for Thanksgiving and it became a tradition. It’s also a favorite at our church’s annual Cake Auction.

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    Jones :: Oct.01.2007 :: Desserts, Holiday Food :: No Comments »