Soak the tomatoes in 3/4 c warm water & 3/4 c warm vinegar for 2 to 3 hours. Drain & set on a kitchen towel. Pat dry. Stir together the basil, red pepper flakes, garlic & salt. In a 12 ounce jar, alternate layers of the tomatoes with the basil mixture. Pour in the olive […]

Combine yeast and 1/2 c warm water in measuring cup, stirring with fork until dissolved. Combine 2 c flour, salt, and sugar in bowl. Add dissolved yeast and remaining 1 c warm water. Beat vigorously with whisk or spoon for 2 minutes. Gradually add enough of remaining flour, 1/4 c at a time, to make […]

Cut away the thick stem at the base of the cauliflower and remove the green leaves. Break the florets off the center core and cut the core into 1″ cubes. Wash the florets and cubes under cold running water. In a 3 to 4 qt enameled or stainless steel saucepan, bring 1 qt of water […]

Mix all ingredients. Store in airtight container. Makes 10 cups.

Recipe Summary: Preparation Time: 20 minutes Number of Servings: 6 Cups of Fruits and Vegetables Per Person: 1.00 Ingredients: 12 small corn or flour tortillas Vegetable Oil or Margarine 1 (16oz) can refried beans 1/4 cup chopped onion 2 ounces fresh or canned green chili peppers, diced 6 Tbsp red taco sauce 3 cups chopped […]

In a small bowl, combine chedddar cheese, cream cheese, deviled ham, scaillions and chilies; mix well. Shape mixture into a ball. Roll in chopped nuts. Wrap in plastic wrap; chill. Remove from refrigerator to soften slightly before serving. Serve with crackers.

Saute onions in butter. Drain oysters; add oysters to green onions. Add mushrooms and simmer until the oysters begin to curl on the edges. Add the artichokes. Place the mixture in a blender or food processor and blend until well mixed. Add sherry wine to get the proper dip consistency. Serve in a chafing dish […]

Blend together cheese and mayonnaise. Add apples, nuts, and lemon juice. Serve with crackers.

Mix together sour cream, mayonnaise and taco seasoning. Set aside. Use a 9 or 10-inch pie pan or disposable aluminum pizza pan. Spread a layer of bean dip or refried beans on bottom of pan. Spread avocados over beans in an even layer. Spread sour cream mixture on top. Sprinkle on grated cheddar and grated […]

Blend all of the ingredients, together until smooth. Cover and chill. Makes about 1 1/4 cups of dip. SUGGESTED DIPPERS: Shrimp, Crabmeat, Duck, Brussels Sprouts, Jimcama, Radishes.