Holiday Recipe Exchange sent/received thread....COMPLETED!

[Meriweather]

Okay...names are just starting to go out...be patient

Reminder....mail by date is Oct. 10....please be on time. new date!!
I leave Oct. 22 and I want this all wrapped up by then...pretty please

Can't wait to hear of the recipes .....and the extras.

In years past, once this thread has started, we post some of our favorite recipes to share with everyone....so feel free to do that.

have fun!!

 

[AlexWyattMommy]

Just need to pretty up my receipes and finish shopping for the extras. This gonna be FUN!

 

[Meriweather]

All names are out (well except for the ones concerning Elaine....hope to get that done soon )

 

[mickeyfan2]

I got my names. My recipes are printed and bound. I just need one more extra.

 

[Meriweather]

Mine are ready and will go into the mail tomorrow

 

[Meriweather]

And to start things going.....a recipe to share.


* Exported from MasterCook *

Hidden Valley Torte

Recipe By :Hidden Valley
Serving Size : 10 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Appetizers

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 package Hidden Valley ranch dressing mix
16 ounces cream cheese
6 ounces marinated artichoke hearts -- drained and chopped
1/3 cup roasted red peppers -- drained and chopped
3 tablespoons fresh parsley -- minced

Cream cheese and dressing mix together.
In a separate bowl, stir together artichokes, peppers and parsley.
In a 3 cup bowl lined with plastic wrap, alternate layers of cheese and vegetable mixture--beginning with a cheese layer.
Chill 4 hours or overnight.
Invert on plate. Remove plastic wrap. Serve with crackers.

 

[Meriweather]

Elaine has checked in....so all names are out and we are set to start playing

 

[mickeyfan2]

Elaine has checked in....so all names are out and we are set to start playing

Shouldn't that be start cooking!!!

 

[Meriweather]

Don't you play with your food?

Play time comes first...shopping and recipe gathering...then comes the cooking and baking

 

[scoutsmom99]

I got my name and I'm going to go shopping tomorrow after work so I should hopefully be in the mail by Wednesday or Thursday

 

[mickeyfan2]

Don't you play with your food?

Only if I am done eating or the food is horrible.

 

[Meriweather]

* Exported from MasterCook *

Candy Corn Cookies

Recipe By :Quick Cooking
Serving Size : 62 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Cookies

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 cups butter -- softened
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
yellow and orange paste food coloring

In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in vanilla.
Combine flour, baking soda and salt. Gradually add to creamed mixture.
Divide dough in half. Tint one half yellow.
Divide remaining dough into two-thirds and one-third portions. Color the larger portion orange. Leave the smaller portion white.
Shape each portion of dough into two 8" logs. Flatten top and push sides in at a slight angle.
Place orange logs on yellow logs. Push sides in at a slight angle.
Top with white logs. Form a rounded top. Wrap in plastic wrap. Chill for 4 hours or until firm.
Unwrap and cut into 1/4" slices. Place 2" apart on ungreased baking sheets.
Bake at 350º for 10-12 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks to cool.

 

[mommytotwo]

My exchange has been mailed .

 

[Meriweather]

You're fast, Patsy

 

[mommytotwo]

You're fast, Patsy

 

[Meriweather]

My boxes are in the car ready to go to the PO in the morning as soon as they open...and then I will be heading to check out the new Costco that just opened

 

[kimbac3]

Geesh you two are fast!! I'm still frantically typing recipes!! I hope to get the extras tomorrow!! I'll post when I mail!!
Kimba

 

[Meriweather]

Well, since all of my recipes (at least the ones I sent) are in a recipe software, that part was easy

 

[Meriweather]

* Exported from MasterCook *

Pork and Stuffing Crockpot Style

Recipe By :
Serving Size : 0 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Meat

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 box pork stuffing -- (6 oz)
1 granny smith apple -- chopped and peeled
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup melted butter
1 cup chicken or veggie broth

Mix everything in large bowl.
Spray inside of crock pot.
Layer 1/2 bowl of stuffing mix in crock pot. place pork chops, roast , spare ribs (pork of your choice ) on top then add other 1/2 of stuffing mix.
Cook on Low 6-8 hours and enjoy

 

[Meriweather]

All names have now been picked up...except for the one person that is one vacation (due back tomorrow ).