tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76797967971505156452011-11-27T15:49:34.896-08:00The Best Homegrown, Homemade Goodness...Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.comBlogger351100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-13169989850625091652010-08-14T19:03:00.000-07:002010-08-14T19:03:30.136-07:00

These are the moist-est brownies you'll ever eat.  Seriously. Umm... everyone wants this recipe.  Zucchini Brownies *3 heaping cups shredded Zucchini *3 cups flour *2 cups sugar (or 1 1/2) *1/2 cup cocoa (I use 1/4 c. regular and 1/4 c. dutch cocoa) *1 1/2 tsp. salt *2 1/2 tsp. baking soda *1 cup applesauce *4 tsp. vanilla *Bake at 350 degrees for 25 - 27 minutes.  Bake on a large cookie

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-87859670040267535612010-07-12T20:56:00.000-07:002010-07-12T20:56:26.255-07:00

Hey all you Good-Food-Finatics!  You'll be excited to note that I'm making a new website.  It is not currently online because I am working on it between vacations.  It'll be online in August.  You'll l-o-v-e it.  It will give you all the information you need on bottling, dehydrating, and preserving your yummy garden and orchard goods as well as other helpful hints and tips.  I wanted you to know

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-26164412634332307332010-04-27T11:46:00.000-07:002010-04-27T11:46:57.487-07:00

This is the yummiest, nummiest of them all!  My boys fight over this stuff.  It's so moist and full of goodness.  Do IT. *Blend one quart jar of pears (I assume you still have some from last fall, yes?) with 4 tsp. soda. add the following: *2 cups white flour *2 cups whole wheat flour *1 cup sugar *1 tsp. salt *3 tsp. cinnamon *1 tsp. nutmeg *1 tsp. cloves *1 Tbsp. poppyseeds *1 cup applesauce

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-33210808842542721342010-04-01T11:07:00.000-07:002010-04-01T11:17:56.477-07:00

*This is my fav served with Jasmin Rice. * 1 Quart of Home-Canned Tomatoes * 2 Cans of green chilies * 1 Cup coconut milk * 1 Tbsp. Cumin * 1/2 Tsp. Turmeric * 1 tsp. Garam Masala * 2 Cups Dry Lentils * Salt if you really need it Put this all in your crockpot and let-er cook until it's all soft and good.  (2.5 hours on high in my big crockpot) Yes, of course, you can used store-bought tomatoes

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-27964995943497728992010-03-22T10:58:00.000-07:002010-03-22T10:58:37.816-07:00

This is a super easy, super good recipe for white bread.  Although we usually eat Whole Wheat Breads only here at home, when it's time for some white bread or rolls, here's the recipe. * 2 cups luke warm water * 2 Tbsp. Yeast * 1/4 cup shortening * 1/2 cup sugar * 1/2 Tbsp. salt * 1 egg * 3 cups flour and then slowly add up to 3 more. *Let raise 40 minutes in warm place or place in a 200 degree

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-40727763146664948852010-03-22T10:52:00.000-07:002010-03-22T10:52:57.232-07:00

- This is my all time favorite recipe for bread. * 3 1/2 cups whole wheat flour * 1/3 cup gluten *1 1/2 Tbsp. instant yeast *2 1/2 Cups steaming hot water - add all at once and mix 1 minute.  * Rest 10 minutes. Add: *1 Tbsp. salt *1/3 cup oil *1/3 cup honey or 1/2 cup sugar * 1 1/4 Tbsp. bottled lemon juice -Beat one minute Add 2 1/2 cups flour (white).  Add them one at a time.  Beat 6 - 10

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-47839202169424926882010-03-22T10:44:00.000-07:002010-03-22T10:44:44.355-07:00

My friend Jan gave me this recipe a long time ago.  I've used it many, many times. Mix and let sit for 3 minutes: * 2 1/2 cups warm water * 1 Tbsp. yeast * 1/8 cup honey Add: * 1/8 cup oil (canola) * 1/4 cup gluten * 1/8 cup dough conditioner or 1 1/2 Tbsp. dough enhancer * 1/2 Tbsp. salt * 3 cups whole wheat flour * 3 cups white flour - start with less than this and work up to it if needed. *

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-42192736143407180502010-03-22T10:39:00.000-07:002010-03-22T10:39:12.970-07:00

This is a basic, really great whole wheat bread. *3 pkg. Active Dry Yeast (2 1/4 tsp. each) * 3 cups warm water *1/2 cup sugar *3 eggs *1/3 cup vegetable oil *1 Tbsp. salt *5 cups whole wheat flour *4  to 4 1/2 cups white flour *Mix and knead for 8 minutes.  Cover with clean dish towel and let rise in warm place until doubled. (I put it in my oven that I had turned on to 350 degrees for 2

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-60179283620524484622010-03-11T10:56:00.000-08:002010-03-11T10:56:42.198-08:00

This is my invention.  I love it.  I use applesauce instead of oil.  (I do this a lot)  Dip a slice of this bread in your soup and "mmm" savor it.  I made it today and my home smells divine now. 1 1/2 cups warm water 1 Tbsp. yeast 1 1/2 Tbsp. sugar 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. dry sage 1/4 tsp dry thyme 1/4 tsp. dry marjoram 2 Tbsp. dried spinach flakes 1/2 diced onion (I used 2 Tbsp. of dried onion

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-65364686427478727312010-02-12T17:04:00.000-08:002010-02-12T17:04:26.214-08:00

I could go broke buying bread from Crumb Brothers -- so, when my sis-in-law showed me this recipe, I tried it and am SO SOLD!  (I've tried others to no avail...) You must have some sort of dutch oven or clay baker to do this.  I use my cake pan stone and my roast stone - they fit on each other to make a clay baker. Mix the following just until it all "comes" together.  Do not knead - it'll be

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-5515415537383760692010-01-29T09:49:00.000-08:002010-01-29T09:49:52.955-08:00

This is YUM. *brown hamburger in bottom of pan with onions, salt, and pepper (I am a veggie and leave out the hamburger while browning the onions) Add the following: *1 can of chili *1 quart jar of tomatoes *1 can kidney beans *2 can of black beans (use whatever you have; pinto, etc) *1 quart of water *1/2 package of taco seasoning (or use the whole pack if you want) *package of frozen corn *

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-73232846733450912272009-12-29T22:03:00.000-08:002009-12-29T22:03:03.701-08:00

Okay.  Holy Cow.  I received a Blend Tek for Christmas.  I LOVE it.  I am going to blog all the cool things I whip up, k?  Interested?  Let me know, and I'll share even more.  BTW - I made 9 different kinds of ice creams yesterday and today.  And now, my husband loves me even more!  :)  I'll post pics later...

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-26348562318923849632009-11-29T22:08:00.000-08:002009-11-29T22:08:07.794-08:00

This recipe will be a total "HIT" at all of your holiday parties this season. Seriously. Mix with mixer for a minute : *1 can evaporated milk *1 large can pumpkin *5 eggs *1 cup sugar *1 tsp. ginger *2 tsp. cinnamon *1/2 tsp. cloves *1/2 tsp. salt Pour this all into your big cake pan (I use my stone one). Then pour a DRY yellow or white cake mix over the top.  Yup, it's weird, but do it.  Pour

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-47703489365850901952009-11-17T12:09:00.000-08:002009-11-17T12:09:31.727-08:00

*Cut a loaf of sourdough bread into small cubes.  Bake at 400 degrees on cookie sheets for 8 minutes or until lightly browned.  * Saute an onion (chopped), 1 cup chopped carrots, and 2 cups chopped fresh celery in 2 Tbsp. olive oil. until onion is soft. (3 - 5 minutes)  *Add 2 peeled and chopped Grannie Smith Apples and saute another 2 minutes.  *Add these spices and saute 1 more minute -

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-84928442786871269132009-11-07T21:36:00.000-08:002009-11-07T21:36:50.439-08:00

Serve your sweet potatoes like this at Thanksgiving Dinner, and they'll be gobbled up FAST. Wash, peel, and slice your sweet potatoes like long wedges (oven fries).  Dip them in a yummy glaze you have made of:  * 1/2 cup melted butter * 1/2 cup honey(melted) * 1/3 cup lime juice Place your wedges on a stone cookie sheet or cookie sheet sprayed with cooking spray, and lightly sprinkle chili

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-76469599023425389102009-09-21T09:25:00.000-07:002009-09-21T11:09:23.401-07:00

Well, since I put the apple pie filling recipe on here, I have had requests for the crepe recipe that I use with it. Here you go:*3 large eggs*1 1/2 cups milk*1 rounded cup flour*1 Tbsp. sugar*1/4 tsp. salt*2 Tbsp. melted butterBlend this all in your blender until smooth. You can chill it for 30 min. or so, or be impatient like me and just start using it. It still works. I double this batch and

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-26729127810414783212009-09-21T09:03:00.000-07:002009-09-21T09:23:09.898-07:00

Okay people. Please do this one. You won't regret it. It makes a pretty good mess while making it, but Oh-So-Worth-It later when you're spooning it into your crepes or making apple crisp in a hurry .... all year long!1.Blanched Sliced Apples (6 quarts)2. Sugar (5 1/2 cups)3. Ultra Sperse or Clear Jel (1 1/2 cups)(purchase at Kitchen Kneads or cooking store)4. Cinnamon (1 Tbsp)5.Cold Water (2 1/2

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-42710830746095061402009-09-21T08:56:00.000-07:002009-09-21T09:02:42.595-07:00

This tastes a lot like the Pear Butter I make, but it's all about the Apples.*8 lbs. apples - washed and halved (no need to core or peel, we'll use the strainer)* 2 cups apple cider*2 cups vinegar*2 1/4 cup sugar*2 1/4 cup brown sugar*2 Tbsp. cinnamon*1 Tbsp. ground clovesCook sliced apples in cider and vinegar until soft. Run this all through the Victorio Strainer. Cook sauce with spices.

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-88534860014250485952009-09-21T08:52:00.000-07:002009-09-21T08:56:36.281-07:00

*6 lbs. apples peeled, cored, sliced (I use my handy-dandy peeler/corer/slicer from pampered chef)*2 cups sugar*1/4 cup flour*1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon*1/4 tsp. nutmeg*1/4 tsp. saltOrange peel of half an orange (grate it with small grater)Vanilla- about 2 tsp.Cook over medium heat until thick. Let stand 30 minutes and then put in Freezer Bags or Freezer Containers. Makes great pie at Thanksgiving or

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-81156339037453226102009-09-21T08:41:00.000-07:002009-09-21T08:52:20.578-07:00

I've had this one requested a lot... everytime I take it camping, everyone wants to know how to make it. It's very filling and you can do a lot of variations...Mix all dry ingredients together in a very large bowl:*7 cups oatmeal (quick)*2 cups flour (white or wheat)*1 cup wheat germ*1 cup sunflower seeds*1 1/2 cups flaked coconut*1 - 2 tsp. cinnamonMix and heat in a sauce pan:*1/2 cup water*1

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-23527489020794315372009-09-16T08:21:00.000-07:002009-09-16T08:30:28.094-07:00

Serve this to all of your Tomato-Loving Friends! Careful not to over-dose....This soup is so NOT non-fattening. Just remember to go for a run later to burn it off.Sautee on med. heat in pot on stove:*1/2 cube real butter* 1/2 cup chopped onionWhiz in blender and add to onion and butter in pot:* 1/2 quart cream of half and half* 1 lb. of cream cheese (no kidding, right?)*Add 38 oz. of tomato soup

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-31792507971640182412009-09-16T08:14:00.000-07:002009-09-16T08:21:15.274-07:00

Combine in large, heavy pot:Use your blender - just go for it.* 15 lbs. tomatoes, peeled and cored (dip them in boiling water until the skins crack -for about 30 seconds- and then remove to a cold water sink or bowl and the skins will come right off)*3 cups onions* 1 Tbsp. Cumin* 1 Tbsp. Oregano* 3 garlic cloves* 3 -4 Tbsp. cilantro (dried)* 6 anneheim peppers - seeds removed* 3 green bell

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-83898092027831674862009-09-16T07:59:00.000-07:002009-09-16T08:12:59.527-07:00

Combine in a big pot:* 10 lbs. chopped, peeled, cored tomatoes * 2 Tbsp. sugar*2 Tbsp. salt* 4 medium onions- chopped* 2 green bell peppers - chopped, seeds removed* 2 red bell peppers - chopped, seeds removed* 3 small green chilies - chopped, seeds removed* 3 small jalapenos - chopped, seeds removed (unless you want a kick, leave some seeds)* 2 cups white vinegar (I used to use only 1/3 of a cup

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-30523651478370809582009-09-15T12:37:00.000-07:002009-09-15T12:49:38.463-07:00

This is the dessert I made for Kort's birthday on Sunday. We ate ALL 4 pies!This is how I do it:I make (with crushed graham crackers and melted butter) crust and press it into the bottom of my pie pans. (or if I'm lazy or in a hurry, I purchase those WF brand cheap ones at the grocery store). This recipe will fill 4 pie tins. (9 inch)Mix in large, deep pan on stove:*1 1/2 cups cold water*2 cups

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-2196371379359115542009-09-02T08:54:00.001-07:002009-09-02T08:59:47.009-07:00

Okay. My Kort can eat an entire jar of this in one sitting along with hot homemade bread. You just have to try it. -15 large ripe Bartlett Pears-2 Cups water-6 cups sugar (1 1/2 cup of this carmelized)-1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon-1 tsp. cloves-1/2 tsp ginger-2 Tbsp. lemon juice-Core, but do not peel pears. Add water and boil til tender (about 30 minutes). Cool. Whirl in food processor. -Carmelize 1

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-73880926720500314202009-09-02T08:48:00.000-07:002009-09-02T08:53:55.295-07:00

My boys eat a bag of this each when they come home from football each night in the fall. It really cools you off and is "oh so good".Get a REALLY big bowl. (11 qt. tupperware or big silver bowl)-Mix one can frozen orange juice with the recommended amount of water. (use the bigger, long cans)-Add 2 cans of chunk pineapple and its juice-Add about 2 quarts of grapes (they are extra good if you

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-70511442591698973052009-09-02T08:43:00.000-07:002009-09-02T08:47:31.615-07:00

Okay people. I am addicted to this stuff. Crumb Brothers makes the yummy long baguettes of bread that I can seriously eat a whole loaf of with this sauce on it. I had to put up quite a few jars of it last summer to keep up my habit.-12 cups chopped and peeled tomatoes-8 garlic cloves, minced-8 shallots, minced-4 cups chopped fresh basil ( grow it or go to the farmer's market - or come pick it

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-60465615844679084432009-09-02T08:36:00.000-07:002009-09-02T08:42:12.411-07:00

We used to make this as kids. It becomes my favorite color. It's honey-extracting season in the fall -- so make sure you use the fresh, real good stuff from the honey house.2 cups sugar1/2 cup honey3/4 cup water1/2 tsp cream of tartarCook the above on the stove-top until hard-ball stage. *What is hard-ball stage? I wait until the mixture has boiled for a while, then I take a spoon and dip it

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-56457847323642776792009-09-02T08:29:00.000-07:002009-09-02T08:36:42.874-07:00

I LOVE these pickles. I eat them on homemade bread like a sandwich.*Follow the directions kind of carefully or they won't turn out crispy.4 lbs. Kirby (waxless) cucumbers - cut into strips or rounds2 lbs. small onions - sliced thinly1/3 c. coarse salt - I use regular sometimes and it still works3 cups cider vinegar2 C granulated sugar2 Tbsp. mustard seeds (little yellow balls)2 tsp. ground

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-83142764400804296342009-09-02T08:25:00.000-07:002009-09-02T08:29:11.459-07:00

I can eat a very large pile of this.*You choose the quantities of each ingredient.-Green onions-Fresh Garlic-Avacados-Corn-Black Beans (canned, or prepared homestyle by soaking overnight, rinsing, and boiled til done)-Cilantro-Lime Juice-Salt-Tomatoes-CuminEat with chips or go to the tortilleria in Hyrum and purchase fresh corn tortillas for a dollar! This stuff is YUM!!!!!!!

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-82425396342638363712009-09-02T08:17:00.000-07:002009-09-02T08:25:24.829-07:00

It's super simple. And, there is NO substitute in the world.Grow your own corn (or purchase it from a neighbor or farmer's market) - it'll be organic and sweet.Pick it when the tassles are dry and shuck it. Wash it all off and remove as many strings as you want.Put cobs in boiling water (I use a giant stock pot on my camp chef on the porch).Boil for 4 minutes. Remove and place in cold water. (I

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-86906242912538120322009-08-22T18:22:00.000-07:002009-08-22T18:28:47.774-07:00

This is what you do with your tomatoes when you are finished doing all of your salsa for the season. Don't over-look this recipe - it'll do you proud at ALL of your pot-luck dinners this year. It's also super good over pork roast.-24 peeled medium to large tomatoes (you know, stick them in a pot of boiling water until the skins split, then take them out and dump them in cold water and the peels

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-70749892525441028182009-08-22T18:16:00.000-07:002009-08-22T18:22:48.563-07:00

Nummy Nummy. This is the recipe I use my chili sauce for. I take it to ALL the potlucks. My husband can down a serious amount of these beans.-3 cans of drained pork and beans-3 cans or equivalent cooked beans; black, kidney, pinto (whatever you have-drained)- 1 cup of brown sugar (if you like sugar, use more)-5 dashes (1/2 tsp. about) of liquid smoke-1 pint jar of homemade chili sauce (see my

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-80622675320662714072009-08-15T17:33:00.001-07:002009-08-15T17:37:03.760-07:00

Nummy. That's all I have to say about this.BTW I don't measure when I do fresh salsa. I know how hot or not I like it and so do you, I imagine. Here's what you put in your bowl.Fresh TomatoesGreen Bell PepperChili Pepper (like an Anneheim)OnionGreen OnionCilantroJalepeno pepper (I don't like it hot, so I skip this one)Splash of VinegarSplash of Lemon JuiceFresh garlic (or powder if you're lazy

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7679796797150515645.post-65413622264795013302009-08-14T16:50:00.000-07:002009-08-14T17:12:50.387-07:00

After the 5th request this month, here's the recipe you're all DYING for:boil until dissolved:4 cups white vinegar4 cups water1/2 cup saltPut one clove of garlic (peeled) in the bottom of the jar with 1 - 2 sprigs (heads) of dill and a (very) small shake of red pepper flakes.Snip tops off beans and try to stuff as many as you can in the jar. I like to attempt to use all the straight ones because

Rebecca Fullernoreply@blogger.com1