Bread Recipes

justmecookin — Thu, 15 May 2008 22:45:29 GMT

Peanut Banana Muffins

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 egg

1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted

1-1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)

3/4 cup peanut butter chips

In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, combine the egg, butter and bananas. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in chips. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin ...

Website/Posting Recipes/Posting in Chat

justmecookin — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 14:52:42 GMT

If you have come to my forum from other sources other than my main website its www.justmecookin.com

Anyone can read the forum...you can also copy recipes...but in order to post you must be a member

I had no choice after someone came in and posted vile comments...nothing I hate worse is a foul mouth person..all it shows is how ignorant they are

Christmas Recipes

justmecookin — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:25:12 GMT

White Christmas Cake

1/2 cup water

4 ounces white candy coating or vanilla or white chips

1 cup butter, softened

2 cups sugar

4 eggs, separated

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1 cup buttermilk

1 cup flaked coconut

1 cup chopped pecans

Frosting

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup butter, softened

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar

1 tablespoon ...

Dessert Recipes

justmecookin — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:46:41 GMT

Banana Cheesecake Dessert

2 packages (21.4 ounces each) strawberry no-bake cheesecake mix

3/4 cup butter, melted

1/4 cup sugar

3 cups cold milk

1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained

3 medium firm bananas, sliced

1/2 cup chocolate ice cream topping, warmed, divided

1/2 cup caramel ice cream topping, divided

1 carton (8 ounces) frozen Cool Whip� whipped topping, thawed

1/3 cup chopped pecans

Maraschino cherries with stems

Set aside filling and strawberry ...

Soup Recipes

justmecookin — Sun, 04 May 2008 07:19:41 GMT

Creamy Chicken Potato Soup

1 medium onion, chopped

2 tablespoons butter or stick margarine

3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

1 pound potatoes, (about 2 medium), cut into 1/2-inch cubes

1-1/2 cups diced cooked chicken breast

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup fat-free milk

1 cup reduced-fat evaporated milk

1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley

1 teaspoon minced chives

In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in ...

Pies/Cobblers

justmecookin — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 08:52:56 GMT

Lemon Meringue Pie

1-1/2 cups sugar

6 tablespoons cornstarch

Dash salt

1-1/2 cups water

3 egg yolks, lightly beaten

2 tablespoons butter

1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons)

2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked

Meringue

3 egg whites, room temperature

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

6 tablespoons sugar

In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in water. Cook and stir over medium-high ...

Cookie Recipes

justmecookin — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 08:44:07 GMT

Chocolate-Covered Cherry Cookies

1/2 cup butter, softened

1 cup sugar

1 egg

1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup baking cocoa

1/2 teaspoon salt, divided

1/4 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries

1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips

1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk

In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar. Add egg and vanilla; mix well. Combine the flour, cocoa, 1/4 teaspoon ...

Cake Recipes

justmecookin — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:27:25 GMT

Triple-Layer Banana Cake

3/4 cup butter, softened

2 cups sugar

3 eggs

1-1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)

1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

3 cups all-purpose flour

1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda

3/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup buttermilk

Frosting

6 tablespoons peanut butter

3 tablespoons butter, softened

5-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar

8 to 10 tablespoons milk

Peanut halves, optional

In a large mixing bowl, cream butter ...

Halloween Recipes

justmecookin — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 10:17:11 GMT

Graveyard Cake

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 cups sugar

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup butter

1 cup water

1/4 cup baking cocoa

1/2 cup sour cream

2 eggs

Frosting

1/4 cup butter

3 tablespoons milk

2 tablespoons baking cocoa

2 cups confectioners' sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

18 cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies

Green and brown decorator's icing or gel

9 cream-filled oval vanilla sandwich cookies

1 cup Cool Whip whipped topping

Pumpkin ...

Thanksgiving

justmecookin — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 19:55:00 GMT

Cherry Chocolate Marble Cake

1 cup butter, softened

2 cups sugar

3 eggs

6 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice

6 tablespoons water

1 teaspoon almond extract

3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour

2-1/4 teaspoons baking soda

3/4 teaspoon salt

1-1/2 cups (12 ounces) sour cream

3/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries, drained

3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

3 squares (1 ounce each) unsweetened chocolate, melted

Confectioners' sugar, optional

In a large mixing bowl, cream butter ...

July 4th Recipes

justmecookin — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 10:58:55 GMT

Watermelon Salad

7 cups seeded cubed watermelon

1 cup crumbled feta

1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced

1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted

1/2 cup packed arugula

1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley

1/4 cup chopped fresh mint

1/4 cup olive oil

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Combine first 7 ingredients in a large bowl. Whisk together olive oil and remaining ingredients in a small bowl; pour over salad, and toss ...

Easter Recipes

justmecookin — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 07:45:54 GMT

White Chocolate Easter Basket

Chocolate Clay

20 ounces white candy coating, chopped

2/3 cup light corn syrup

Basket

10 ounces white candy coating, chopped

13 pretzel sticks (3 inches)

Round plastic cover (about 4-1/2 inches in diameter)

Thin wire headband or 1 piece 1/8-inch-thick wire (about 15 inches long)

Thin ribbon, optional

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 20-oz. candy coating; stir until smooth. Stir in corn syrup just until blended. Spread onto a sheet of waxed ...

Kopy Kat Recipes - D

justmecookin — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:55:32 GMT

Deadbeat Pete's Santa Fe Chicken

2 medium green peppers

4 medium red onions

4 cups cooked white rice

16 ounces salsa

6 (4 to 6 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts

16 ounces mild Cheddar cheese

16 ounces Monterey jack cheese

Marinade

1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning

1 teaspoon course ground black pepper

2 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper

1 tablespoon onion powder

1 tablespoon granulated garlic

1 tablespoon salt (optional)

4 cups water

Mix ...

Side Dishes

justmecookin — Fri, 02 May 2008 12:51:41 GMT

Garlic New Potatoes

16 small red potatoes

3 tablespoons butter, melted

1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic

1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes

Salt and pepper to taste

Place potatoes in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a serving bowl. Combine the butter, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper; pour over potatoes and toss to coat. Makes 4 servings.

Main Dishes

justmecookin — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:01:13 GMT

Lasagna Casserole

1 pound ground beef

1/4 cup chopped onion

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided

1 pound medium pasta shells, cooked and drained

4 cups (24 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

3 cups (24 ounces) 4% cottage cheese

2 eggs, lightly beaten

1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes

1 jar (26 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce

In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer ...

Kopy Kat Recipes - C

justmecookin — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 07:16:02 GMT

Cajun Cafe's Bourbon Chicken

1 pound chicken leg or thigh meat

cut in bite size chunks

4 oz soy sauce

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon powdered ginger

2 tablespoons dried minced onion

1/2 cup Jim Beam Bourbon Whiskey

2 tablespoons White wine

Mix all the marinade ingredients and pour over chicken pieces in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate (stirring often) for several hours (best overnight). Bake chicken at 350 degrees for one hour in a single layer, ...

Slow Cooker

justmecookin — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 11:58:31 GMT

Slow Cooker Lasagna

1 pound ground beef

1 large onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 can (29 ounces) tomato sauce

1 cup water

1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 package (8 ounces) no-cook lasagna noodles

4 cups (16 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

1-1/2 cups (12 ounces) 4% cottage cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

In a skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. ...

Flavours Of Italy

justmecookin — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 07:31:28 GMT

Conchiglie with Tomato & Basil

1 1/2 lbs ripe vine tomatoes, peeled, seeded & coarsely diced

8-10 cloves garlic, peeled and finely sliced

1/4 cup red onion, chopped

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Salt to taste

Black pepper to taste

1/4 cups fresh basil, coarse chopped + leaves for garnish

1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

8 oz medium-size shell pasta

Imported Parmigiano Reggiano cheese to sprinkle

Heat olive oil and butter in ...

Salad Recipes

justmecookin — Wed, 14 May 2008 18:03:55 GMT

Fabulous Feta Salad

2-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta

4 cups torn romaine

1 cup cubed cooked chicken

1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

1/2 cup Italian salad dressing

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, romaine, chicken and feta cheese. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Makes 9 servings.

Kopy Kat Recipes - O

justmecookin — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 06:52:03 GMT

Olive Garden Alfredo Fettuccine

1 pint heavy cream

1 stick (1/2 cup) butter

2 tablespoons cream cheese

1/2 - 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon garlic powder, add in more to suit your taste if you prefer

Salt and pepper, to taste

8 ounces fettuccine, cooked and drained

In a saucepan combine butter, heavy cream, and cream cheese. Simmer this until all is melted, and mixed well. Add the Parmesan cheese and garlic powder. Simmer this for 15 - 20 minutes over low heat. Toss ...

Flavours Of Britain

justmecookin — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 07:09:51 GMT

Porchetta with Potato Gratin

1.8kg boned pork loin, skin scored

6 tbsp chopped sage

6 tbsp chopped rosemary leaves, + 6 stalks of rosemary

5 garlic cloves, chopped

8 tbsp Olive oil

salt and fresh ground black pepper

3 Onions, quartered

3 fennel bulbs, quartered

200ml dry white wine, (not Chardonnay, preferably Italian)

Potato Gratin:

500g Potatoes, peeled and very finely sliced

2 Onions, sliced

1 garlic clove, chopped

1 tbsp chopped rosemary leaves

salt and ...

Flavours Of Germany

justmecookin — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 06:59:50 GMT

Beef Rouladen

1/4 cup Dijon mustard

8 slices top round steak, 1/4 inch thick (about 2 pounds)

Salt and pepper to taste

8 bacon strips

1 large onion, cut into thin wedges

3 tablespoons vegetable oil

3 cups beef broth

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup water

Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Lightly spread mustard on each slice of steak; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place 1 bacon strip and a few onion wedges on each slice; roll up and secure with wooden picks. Brown in ...

Flavours Of Spain

justmecookin — Thu, 01 May 2008 07:26:59 GMT

While certain dishes are common across Spain, each of its regions offer particular culinary pleasures.

Galicia

This region is known for savory empanadas made with meat and fish; hearty caldo gallego (Galician soup) made with greens, beans, and meats; wonderfully moist country breads; and bountiful seafood, including scallops still attached to their shells.

Asturias

The cuisine of this land of spectacularly abrupt green mountains and rugged coastlines features fabada bean stew, ...

Kopy Kat Recipes - B

justmecookin — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 14:53:05 GMT

Benihana's Fried Rice

1 cup uncooked rice

5 tablespoons butter

1 cup chopped onion

1 cup chopped carrots

2/3 cup chopped scallions

3 tablespoons sesame seeds

5 eggs

5 tablespoons soy sauce

Salt

Pepper

Cook rice according to package directions. In a large skillet melt butter. Add onions, carrots and scallions. Saute until carrots are translucent. Set aside. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Place sesame seeds in a shallow pan.

Bake until golden brown (10 to 15 minutes), ...

Kopy Kat Recipes - A

justmecookin — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 20:01:26 GMT

Applebee's Garlic and Peppercorn Fried Shrimp

1 pound shrimp, raw, peeled, tail off, thawed, 61-90 count

Vegetable oil, as needed

1/2 cup wheat flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon fresh cracked/ground black pepper

1 teaspoon granulated garlic

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon granulated sugar

2 eggs, beaten

1 cup bread crumbs

1 teaspoon fresh cracked/ground black pepper

Fill fryer 2 to 3 inches deep with oil and heat to 350 degrees. Combine flour, salt. 1 teaspoon pepper, ...

Kopy Kat Recipes - K

justmecookin — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:47:19 GMT

Kentucky Fried Chicken

3 pounds chicken pieces

2 packages Italian salad dressing mix

3 tablespoons flour

2 teaspoons salt

1/4 cup lemon juice

1 1/2 cup pancake mix

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

Milk

Make a paste out of the Italian dressing mix, flour, salt and lemon juice. Coat chicken evenly. Stack chicken pieces in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least for several hours.

Mix pancake mix with paprika, salt and pepper. ...

Kopy Kat Recipes - J

justmecookin — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 10:22:10 GMT

Joe's Crab Shack Stuffed Shrimp Embrochette

20 medium raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed

Seafood Stuffing

20 jalapeno slices

2 slices Monterey jack cheese, cut in 1/2-inch pieces

20 slices uncooked bacon

Slice down middle the opposite site you deveined. Lay shrimp cut side up and press 1 tablespoon Joe's Crab Shack Seafood Stuffing into each shrimp cut. Lay a slice of jalapeno and a piece of cheese over the stuffing.

Wrap each stuffed shrimp in a slice of bacon. ...

Questions and Answers

justmecookin — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:31:46 GMT

Over the years I have received many questions...below are some which I hope are helpful to you..