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Christmas Bread

Christmas Bread Makes 3 loaves Preparation time: 30 minutes Rising time: 1 1/2 hours altogetherBaking time: about 40 minutesOven temperature: 400 °F Note: This bread is suitable for freezing4 cups (1 l) buttermilk2 oz. (50 g) yeast3/4 cup (2 dl) dark syrup2 tablespoons grated orange peel1/2 tablespoon roughly ground caraway seeds1 tablespoon saltabout 3 cups (8 dl) rye flour1 1/2 cups (4 dl) graham flourabout 4 cups (1 l) white flour Warm up the buttermilk. Crumble in the yeast and […]

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Christmas Divinity

Christmas Divinity 2 cups sugar1/2 cup water1/2 cup white corn syrup1 egg white stiffly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla1/2 cup broken nut meats (optional)Pinch of saltFood coloring (optional) Beat the egg white in a large bowl and set aside. In a saucepan, boil the sugar, water and syrup while stirring gently.The mixture is done at 235 degrees or if it forms a soft ball when a tablespoon full is dropped into cold water.Pour the mixture over the beaten egg white, beating continually.Add […]

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Christmas Morning

Christmas Morning 1/2 loaf of French bread, cut diagonally in 1 inch slices4 eggs1 cup milk3/4 cup half-and-half cream1/4 cup and 2 tablespoons butter2/3 cup brown sugar1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 tablespoon and 1-1/2 teaspoons light corn syrup (or golden syrup)Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish, and then arrange the slices of bread in the bottom. In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, cream, vanilla and cinnamon.Pour over the bread slices, cover, and refrigerate overnight.The following […]

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Christmas Soup

Christmas Soup 1 large can V-8 juice (46 fl. oz.)1 can beef consommé (11 oz)2 bay leaves4 clovesDash of Worcestershire sauceDash of Tabasco sauceSimmer all ingredients for 1 hour. Serve hot in demitasse cups.Serves 8 This recipe makes a soup that has become part of our family Christmas Holiday tradition.It is served when everyone has arrived back home and gathered together in our family room. Print

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Cinnamon Rolls

Cinnamon Rolls 1 loaf frozen bread dough, thawed2/3 cups brown sugar4 tablespoons melted butter1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/3 cup heavy cream2/3 cup sifted powdered sugar1 tablespoon milk½ teaspoon vanilla extract½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans Roll the dough into a rectangle shape and brush with the melted butter.In a large bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon and chopped nuts, then layer over the dough. Starting with the long end, roll the dough up into a log. Moisten the edges with a little water […]

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Ham Loaf

Ham Loaf 1 lb. ground pork and 1 lb. ground ham2 eggs1 cup saltine cracker crumbs1/2 can tomatoesMilk to moistenMix the pork and ham and shape into 2 individual loaves. In a saucepan, combine:1 cup brown sugar1 teaspoon dry mustard1/3 cup vinegar1/2 cup water Not only great for the Holidays, this ham loaf has become a favorite birthday meal.Preheat oven to 350°.In a large bowl, beat the eggs; add milk, bread crumbs and pepper.Add ham and pork; mix well. Transfer […]

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Oyster Stew

Oyster Stew This recipe makes an oyster stew that has been a traditional holiday meal for many families.It is best served immediately.This stew is often served in smaller sized bowls.1/4 cup butter or margarine1 Pint Oysters - check the oysters and remove any shell remnants3/4 cup cold water1 tsp. Salt - (More or less depending upon your taste - add more to taste)1/2 tsp Celery Salt1 tsp. Paprika4 cups WHOLE milk - (If desired you can substitute heavy cream or […]

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Potato Salad

Potato Salad 1/3 cup Italian Salad Dressing7 med. potatoes, cooked in skins, peeled, and sliced (about 6 cups)3/4 cup sliced celery1/3 cup sliced green onion4 hard boiled eggs1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sour cream1-1/2 teaspoons prepared horseradish mustardSalt to taste & Celery seed to taste Pour Italian dressing over warm sliced potatoes. Chill 2 hours. Add celery and onion.Separate egg whites from yolks, chop, and add. In small bowl, sieve yolks (I just mash them with a fork). Mix with mayo, sour […]

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Red Cabbage Slaw

Red Cabbage Slaw 4 cups red cabbage shredded1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/2 cup chopped green onions1/4 cup salad oil1 green pepper, chopped1/4 cup lemon juice1 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons sugar2 tablespoons minced parsley Combine and toss the vegetables together. Mix salt, peper, salad oil,lemon juice, sugar and parsley and pour over vegetable mixture.Refrigerate.Toss briskly before serving.Serves 6 - 8 Print

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