Welcome to my Kitchen!

As often as possible you will find new recipes, that I have found on the internet, from others and some that are family favorites. Most are easy and use common ingredients found in most kitchens. Not all pictures are taken by me, but I do add my own pictures as soon as I can after I have made the recipe and remember to take the picture. Pull up a chair, help yourself to some coffee and make yourself at home. Please leave a comment, I appreciate feedback. Thank you.

Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Grilled pork Kabobs


boneless pork loin, cut into 1-inch chunks (you can use boneless, thick cut, pork chops cut into chunks also)
 fresh pineapple chunks (1 inch)
 green pepper chunks (1 inch)
 onion chunks (1 inch)
fresh mushrooms (if I have them on hand.)

Heat grill to medium-high heat. Thread meat seasoned with salt and pepper, onto skewers alternately with pineapple, peppers and onions.


Grill 12 to 14 min. or until meat is done, turning occasionally.

***If using wooden skewers soak them in water for at least 20 minutes so they don't burn.


Friday, May 22, 2015

Rhubarb Bread


This recipe I got from a dear neighbor years back. She and her hubby were so very special to me. This is just one of the recipes she shared with me. I hope you enjoy it too.

Rhubarb bread
From Pat Peterson 

Mix
2/3 c. oil
1 1/2 c. br. sugar. 1 egg
1 c. sour milk
2 1/2 c flour
1 tsp salt
1 tsp soda
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 c chopped nuts (optional)
1 1/2 rhubarb

Topping
1/2 c sugar (white or brown)
1/2 tsp cinamon
1 Tbls.butter
Mix with fingers and spread over top of dough.


Bake at 325º for about one hour in  two greased bread pans. Check for doneness with a toothpick inserted in the center. If it comes out clean it’s done. :)

Monday, May 18, 2015

Mamma's Banana Bread/muffins

I use this recipe for banana bread or muffins. As shown in the picture I make mini muffins too. There is one ingredient that I put in my recipe you won't find in other recipes and it does make a BIG difference in the taste so don't leave it out..... Vanilla!!! You will be amazed at the flavor boost it adds. My mother in law once asked what made my banana bread better and I told her it was my secret ingredient, vanilla. She never told anyone, but now you all know! :)

Mamma's Banana bread

1/2 cup shortening
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
2 large banana's, mashed
1 tsp vanilla
2 cups ap. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Cream together shortening and sugar. Add one egg at a time, mixing well each time. Add vanilla. In a medium bowl mix dry ingredients well. Add to wet mixture until completely combined. Pour into pan and bake. Cook on wire rack before packaging.

Bake in greased bread bread pan for 50 to 60 minutes at 350º
OR
cupcake tins, greased or liners for 40 to 50 minutes at 350º
OR
mini cupcake tin, greased or liners,
for 13 to 15 minutes.
Check for doneness by inserting a tooth pick into the center. If it comes out clean they are done.