Recipe for Friendship Start with Smiles, a generous share, Then blend in Warmth and Laughter. Add lots of Happy Memories, That will last forever after. Don't forget the Patience, For the days when things go wrong. Add a sense of Humor, And a Trust that's deep and strong. Garnish with some Compliments and there you have a recipe for Friendship at it's best. Nccntrygrl/Deanie

I see some wonderful recipes :o). Here is one for our equine loves. These treats are very nutritous and have a great taste that horses love....enjoy! Horse Treats 4 C. Sweet Feed 2 C. Uncooked Oats 1 C. Flaxseed 2 T. Garlic 1 C. Warm Water 1 C. Warm Molasses 3 Carrots <shreaded> 2 Apples <shreaded> Add all ingredients and mix thoroughly. Add Water & Molasses and mix thoroughly. I use a mini muffin pan and press mixture in each cup. Bake at 350 degree heated oven for 45 min....check with toothpick to come clean. I'm not sure how long these keep because our horses love them and they don't last long <g>. We give 2 a day to each horse with evening feeding.

Altoon's BBQ brisket: 1 large beef brisket, trim Fat. 2-32oz pkg of beef broth 1 cup of Worcestershire sauce 1 cup of Kikkoman soy sauce 4 oz bottle of Liquid Smoke Mesquite, or Hickory flavor Place brisket fat side down in roaster. In large bowl mix all sauces pour over brisket cover roaster with tin foil place in preheated oven at 350 degrees bake 3 hours then remove fire up the grill Optional (soaked mesquite or Hickory wood in the grill) take brisket out of roaster and place on the grill turn brisket every 15 minutes for about 1 hour to 1hr 30 mins remove brisket, place on cutting board Slice brisket (against the grain of the meat) add your favoite BBQ sauce and serve. Great between kaiser buns or on the side Enjoy yourself with a cold one if you have any left during the cooking. Alton Jon

I was experimenting and came up with a good one! Stuffed Green Bell Peppers 1 lb ground turkey 2-4 Bell Peppers (depending on size) 1 small onion 1/3 jar of Tomato Sauce 1/4 - 1/2 cup Raisins Sliced Tomato(s) Brown Rice Bread Crumbs Cut Bell Peppers in half and steam so they begin to soften Sautee Ground Turkey in a heavy Skillet Sautee chopped onion in olive oil and mix together with the Turkey Add approx 1/3 jar of Tomato Sauce Add some cooked brown rice to the mixture (I used a boil in a bag 10 minute rice) Add some raisins Stuff the Bell Peppers with mixture and then Sprinkle Italian Bread crumbs on top. Then cover peppers with a sliced tomato or a few sliced cherry tomatos Bake at 350 until the bread crumbs brown, the tomatos are cooked, and the pepper is cooked enough to cut with a fork.

while playing around in the kitchen this weekend this is what happened. i love to play with food. PINEAPPLE PIE 1 large fresh pineapple cored and chopped use 1/2 of the fresh chopped pineapple 2 inches off a block of dark cane sugar 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 tsp of cinnamon 1/2 tsp of nutmeg 1 1/2 cups of water 2 tbs of Butter combine all ingredients in a large heavy pot to cook bring to a boil stirring to prevent sticking, cook until all pineapple is soft and slightly darker in coloring, about 25 mins. drain the pineapple, a large slotted spoon will work, take the liquid and set aside. mix 4 tablespoons of cornstarch in 3/4 cup of water add to the liquid from the pineapple, again bring the mixture to a boil stirring with a whisk to prevent sticking, use medium heat, should boil about 4-5 mins. turn off heat and allow to cool. make pie dough for a 9" pie pan or cheat and use a dough sheet, or philo dough. in a separate bowl mix: pie topping 1 stick of butter 1 cup of oatmeal 1 cup of sugar 1 cup of self rising flour crumb all together and put aside. spray pie pan, apply dough, gently spread pineapple on pie dough, then spoon on pineapple curd, (it will be dark colored due to the dark brown sugar) then apply topping and bake at 325 until brown. serve at room temperature with cool whip. calories: who cares. ORIGINAL RECIPE, FRESHLY MADE FOR THE FIRST TIME THIS WEEKEND WHILE PLAYING WITH MY FOOD. REQUESTS WERE SO HIGH I HAVE NOW MADE 8 OF THEM IN 3 DAYS. i refuse to bake today, gonna ride for a change.

The Roux.... In cajun cooking, a roux is the basis for stews, soups, and sauce piquants... A heavy pot is a must, the heavier the pot, the better the roux. For gumbos, I use a castiron dutch oven. Start by having a pot of boiling water close by, the amount depends on whether you are making a gumbo or a stew. ALWAYS add hot water to a roux! It is very important not to change the temperature of the roux by adding cold water to it. It could curdle the roux, or separate the flour and water from the oil. The measurements below make a roux large enough for a stew with one hen, or a gumbo with two pounds of shrimp. If you wish to make a larger recipe, enlarge the in the same proportion given. 2/3 c. flour 3/4 c. cooking oil To cook a roux: pour cooking oil into the pot, heat over medium-hi. When oil is hot, sprinkle flour over. Contunuous stirring is necessary, stir until flour has a color of deep, dark brown, It may appear almost burned, which is true. This is the secret of a good roux, and the mark of a good cook, to get the roux to this point, and no farther. At this point, it's time to add vegetables, water, etc...

Shrimp Creole... 2 to 3 lbs, large tiger shrimp, peeled 1/2 c. cooking oil 1/2 c. flour 1/2 c. chopped onions 1/2 c. green onions 1/2 c. bell pepper 2 cloves garlic 1/4 c. minced parsley black pepper to taste salt to taste 1 16 oz. can tomato sauce 1 4 oz. can tomato paste 1 Tbs. crushed, red pepper 1 to 2 c. crimini mushrooms prepare roux, then add vegetables and cook till carmelized. then add sauce, paste, and seasoning, shrimp and mushrooms. simmer for approx. one hour, until roux thickens slightly. serve over rice. Bon Apetite!! :)

CROWN ROYAL CHRISTMAS COOKIES 1 bottle crown royal 1 cup of water 1 tsp. baking soda 1 cup of sugar 1 tsp. salt 1 cup of brown sugar 1 tbsp. lemon juice 4 large eggs 1 cup nuts 2 cups of dried fruit Sample the crown royal in a large glass to check quality. Take a large bowl, and check the crown royal again, to be sure it is of the highest quality. Pour one level cup and drink. Turn on the electric mixer. Beat one cup of butter in a large fluffy bowl. Add one teaspoon of sugar. Beat again. At this point, it's best to make sure the crown royal is still OK, so drink another cup or two . Turn off the mixerer thingy. Break 2 leggs and add to the bowl and chuck in the cup of dried fruit. Pick the frigging fruit and the damn cup off the floor. Mix on the turner. If the fried druit gets stuck in the beaterers, justpry it loose with a drewscriver. Sample the crown royal again to check for tonsisticity. Next, sift two cups of salt, or something. Check the crown royal. Now shift the lemon juice and strain your nuts. Add one table. Add a spoon of sugar, or somefink. Whatever you can find. Greash the oven. Turn the cake tin 360 degrees and try not to fall over. Don't forget to beat off the turner. Put the bowl through the window, finish off the booze and make sure to put the dirty stove in the dishwasher. CHERRY MISTMAS TO ALL!

Hey! How bout some cowboy campfire recipes for Xmas?? any one?? Some ideas here?? Kota

Grammy's Make Ahead Potatoes This is great for those big family get togethers like Thanksgiving and Christmas... 2 1/2 lbs Potatoes Peeled, quartered and cooked 1 Package (3 ounces) cream cheese softened 1/2 to 3/4 cups of sour cream 1/4 cup butter softned 1/2 teaspoon of garlic salt Salt and pepper to taste, Paprika optional In a large bowl mash the potatoes. Add the cream cheese, sour cream, butter, garlic salt, salt and pepper and mix until smooth. Transfer to a greased 1 1/2 quart baking dish and sprinkle with paprika. If you want to store it over night, just cover and store in the frige. If you want to cook it, Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until heated through.