Chocolate Syrup

2 cups granulated sugar 14 oz can evaporated milk (or 1-1/2 cups water and 2/3 cup powdered milk) 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup cocoa powder 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions: Mix well sugar, milk, salt, cocoa powder, butter, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick. StirContinue reading “Chocolate Syrup”

Fudge Sauce

1 cup Brownie Mix 1/2 cup water Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts Directions: In a small sauce pan, blend brownie mix and water. Cook over medium heat until boil (about 3 minutes), stirring constantly. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until thick and smooth (about 1 minute). (Add nuts and stir.) (Granny’s Note: Use over iceContinue reading “Fudge Sauce”

Brownie Mix

6 cups all-purpose flour 4 teaspoons baking powder 4 teaspoons salt 8 cups sugar 8 oz (1-1/2 cups) cocoa powder 2 cups vegetable shortening Directions: In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and cocoa powder. Add shortening; mix well. Store in airtight container. Use within 10 to 12 weeks. (Granny’s Note:Continue reading “Brownie Mix”

Spinach Dip

10 oz package frozen chopped spinach, squeezed dry 16 oz container sour cream 1 cup mayonnaise 1 package Knorr Vegetable recipe mix Optional: 8 oz can water chestnuts, drained and chopped Optional: 3 green onions, chopped Directions: Combine all ingredients; chill about 2 hours. (Pretty sure this a Knorr brand recipe.)

Hot Dog Chili

3 lbs ground beef 1-1/2 lbs ground sausage 1 cup dried minced onion (or 1 large fresh) 3-3/4 cups ketchup 3-3/4 cups water 2 tablespoons chili powder Directions: Brown beef and sausage; drain. Add all other ingredients, and simmer until thick (about 1 hour). Serves 3 million. (Kidding, but seriously, this is A LOT ofContinue reading “Hot Dog Chili”

Four-Cheese Pimento Dip

3 oz cream cheese 8 oz (2 cups) extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 8 oz (2 cups) extra sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded 4 oz (1 cup) Gruyere cheese (or Swiss Cheese) 1 cup mayonnaise 4 oz jar diced pimento, drained 1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper 1/3 cup finely chopped onion 1 smallContinue reading “Four-Cheese Pimento Dip”

Chicken Log

16 oz cream cheese 4 tablespoons steak sauce 1/2 teaspoon curry powder 1-1/2 cups ground cooked chicken (or pulled chicken) 1/3 cup ground celery 1/8 cup and 1/8 cup fresh parsley, separated 1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds Directions: Mix cream cheese, steak sauce, curry powder, chicken, celery, and 1/8 cup fresh parsley. Form into aContinue reading “Chicken Log”

Carolina BBQ Sauce (Mustard-based)

1-1/2 cups yellow mustard 3/8 to 1/2 cup spicy brown mustard 3/4 to 1 cup honey 1/4 cup white vinegar 1 to 2 teaspoons Sriracha 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper Directions: Add yellow mustard, brown mustard, and honey together in a mixing bowl. Add half of the white vinegar; whisk. Continue adding vinegar untilContinue reading “Carolina BBQ Sauce (Mustard-based)”

Homemade Condensed Milk

1 cup powdered milk 2/3 cup suger 1/3 cup boiling water 3 tablespoons butter or margarine Directions: Place all ingredients in blender; blend on high until thick. (Granny’s notes: Do not double the recipe; 1-1/2 times is okay. One recipe equal to one can of Eagle Brand Condensed Milk. Use in any recipe calling forContinue reading “Homemade Condensed Milk”