Beer Batter Onion Rings

These are so easy to make. They taste better than frozen onion rings. It does take time to deep fry them. I use sweet onions and make my own batter from beer, flour, baking powder, cornmeal, and seasonings. Just season to taste. I don’t make them very often because I am only cooking for two…

Snowballs (Inexpensive from Cake Mix, Includes Nut Free Instructions)

This is an adaptation of nut ball cookies but with just a half a cup of nuts.  Quick cooking oatmeal is used with the nuts.  I have a grandson who has a nut allergy, and this recipe is perfect for him.  I leave out the half cup of nuts and increase the oatmeal by half…

Pickled Garlic (Making Christmas Gifts)

Easy to make in small quarter pint jars and you don’t have to have any special equipment. The process is water bath method and can be done in a stock pot or any large pan. This recipe can be either spicy or dill flavored. The recipe makes 3 cups total. It is a wonderful condiment…

Date Nut Quick Bread

This recipe reminiscent of the date nut bread that used to be bought in a can. I don’t think they make it anymore. It is a very moist and full of dates and walnuts. It makes a wonderful tea bread that can be served with cream cheese for the holidays. I have looked for a…