Homemade Marshmallows

In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine 1/2 cup cold water and gelatin. Allow to sit for 30 minutes. 

In a small heavy saucepan over low heat, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, remaining 1/2 cup water and salt. …...
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Ginger Cookies

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Line the cookie sheets with parchment paper or nonstick baking mats.  Using electric mixers, at low speed, cream the shortening and sugar until thoroughly combined.  Add the egg and molasses and beat until completely…...
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Gingerbread Boys and Girls

Using an electric mixer at low speed, cream the sugar and butter until thoroughly combined. Add the eggs and molasses and mix until combined. Sift together the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to…...
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Vanilla Coffee Syrup

Sterilize jar, lid and pump dispenser by placing in dishwasher and running through a cleaning cycle. Remove from dishwasher and allow to dry.

In a medium saucepan over medium high heat, gently stir together the water and sugars. Cook…...
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Lemon Fig Refrigerator Preserves

Prepare jars and lids according to manufacturer’s instructions.

In a large stock pot, place prepared figs. Cover with sugar and let sit overnight. Place stockpot on medium heat and and cook until sugar is completely dissolved. Reduce heat to low…...
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Creme De Menthe Brownies

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.  Grease a 13-by-9-by-2-inch pan.

Using an electric mixer, combine butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl; beat at medium speed until creamy.  Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. …...
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Cookie Dough Truffles

In a large bowl cream butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer at medium speed until creamy. Add vanilla. Gradually beat in flour and add milk. Add chocolate morsels and pecans, mixing well. Shape into 1-inch balls. Place on…...
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Compound Butter

In a small mixing bowl use a spatula to mix together the butter and your favorite herb and spice mixture.  Store in a sealed container.
Paula’s Favorite Combinations: 

Lemon Dill Butter (using lemon zest and fresh chopped dill)…...
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Quick Coconut Bon Bons

In a small microwave safe bowl combine cream and vanilla; heat in microwave on High for 1 ½ minutes.

Cover work surface with waxed paper. Combine coconut and ground cashews in a shallow dish or pie plate.

Spear marshmallows one…...
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Cinnamon Star Drawer Sachets

Preheat oven to 200°F.

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

In a medium mixing bowl, stir together applesauce and cinnamon until a ball of dough is formed. Use your hands to get the final…...
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Chocolate Popcorn

Over medium heat, using a 4 quart pot, combine the sugar, corn syrup, butter, cocoa, and salt and bring to a boil.  Once the mixture is well mixed, add the popped corn.  Cook and stir until popcorn is coated, approximately…...
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Chocolate Gooey Butter Cookies

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl with an electric mixer, cream the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Beat in the egg. Then beat in the vanilla extract. Beat in the cake mix. Cover and refrigerate…...
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Cheesy Dog Treats

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, mix cheeses with oil. Stir in flour, dry milk, and salt until blended. Add water and knead until dough comes together. Roll dough…...
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Cheese Straws

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Sift together the flour, cayenne, and salt and set aside. Using an electric mixer, cream together the butter and cheese until blended. Add the flour mixture slowly, beating at low speed, then continue…...
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Corrie’s Brown Sugar Body Scrub

In a medium mixing bowl, combine oil, vitamin E and vanilla. Add the brown sugar and mix well. 

To Use: In the shower, apply Corrie’s Brown Sugar Body Scrub into skin and rinse.  Can be used daily.  Corrie’s Note:…...
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Bodeen’s Peanut Butter Dog Biscuits

PreHeat - 325°

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, egg and peanut butter. Add in the flour and baking powder to make a very stiff dough, using your hands to work in the last of the flour…...
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Benne Seed Cookies

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

If you’re using raw sesame seeds, place the seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Place in the oven for about 3 minutes, watching carefully. They should just begin to brown…...
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Corrie’s Kitchen Spa: Citrus Salt Body Scrub

In a medium dry bowl, combine all ingredients making sure to not let any water touch them as it will dissolve the salt. Pour mixture into an airtight container and store in a cool dry place.

To use: Just…...
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