Mama's Gals Kitchen Talk

2009-05-12T10:16:00.002-05:00

Hello Everyone,
We are still here. I have been a little busy the last few weeks. We are starting a new line on our website. It is Coordinated Kitchen Accessories. It has a lot of different decor choices from French Country and Traditional to just Funky. From Bright Colors to more Mono-Chromatic schemes. Check it out. Fat Chef, Tutti Fruitti, Exspotica, and more. We are adding more everyday, So if you do not find what you are looking for. Just keep checking back.
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2009-03-11T11:16:00.002-05:00

Well, It looks like Spring is in the air. Or at least, a day at a time. Winter just wants to hold on a little bit more. Spring always makes me think of going to park on Easter after Church for a picnic and Easter Egg Hunt. There were quite a few of us, counting cousins and friends. Picnics make wonderful memories. The type that stay with you all the years of your life. Running around as kids. Watching your own kids run around. Watching your Grandkids run around. That is something lifetimes are made for. So, on the first pretty day you can, Get your Kids, Grandkids, or just someone special and head for the park, a lake, or just somewhere quiet and make your own memory to last you a lifetime.

2009-02-11T17:56:00.002-06:00

Hello Everyone,
Well, winter is upon us and Valentines day around the corner. I know that many women like to get flowers and candy on Valentines Day. And we will not forget the favorite of jewelry. But maybe something for the house or kitchen would be good too. I know the older I get the more non-romantic gifts mean as much as roses. I am looking forward to may be getting a new set of dinnerware that I have had my eye on. Or maybe the new canister set . Well I guess you get my meaning. Or maybe the flowers and the new dinnerware set. NOW THAT WOULD BE A GREAT VALENTINES GIFT!

Another New Year

2009-01-12T16:59:00.002-06:00

Every New Year we try and live up to the hope of the new year by making promises of things we will do this year. Well, this year I am not going to make one. If I loose some weight, fine. If I manage to keep the dust bunnies out from the corners of the rooms, fine. If I get into the kitchen more often that my husband, he will appreciate it, but not a requirement for his love. I am the sis who married a guy who trained for being a chef. Not formally in one of those big cooking schools, but in high school. The guy won alot of awards for his cooking. I love to cook for family get togethers. My sis is the one who manages to cook everyday and do it well. The kitchen is still a special place for me though. It has always brought back memories, fun times, and warm feelings even today. So, this year I will just keep on enjoying the kitchen with my husband, with my sister and with my family. That is the only promise I make this year.

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2008-12-26T04:32:00.002-06:00

Well, hi ya doing? Christmas is over and all the madness of shopping gone with it. I was kinda relieved by it. My grand kids liked what they got. Of course they would say that to me anyway. They are great kids. My sister is still waiting to see her grand kids, so she is still waiting for that relieve phase.

I was playing around the other day and just looking at other blogs and came across one I thought everyone who cooks might like. It is the French Cooking Board. If you don't see a recipe you would like to try here or at Mama's Gals Kitchen. Try this blog. They have some great recipes and other things on the site.

Well, I hope all your Christmas wishes came true, God bless all of you. And I hope everyone has a Happy New Year to come.

Check these Favorites from Our Family

2008-12-11T10:51:00.006-06:00

Well, I dont know about you, but there always seems to be a great cook in everyfamily. My Mom was one and I have Aunts who are. As far as my generation, My sister is the best! She has posted some of my Favorites here for you to enjoy...... You have got to try the Feta Salmon Loaf, she gets recipes for a lot of places and makes up some too. So I really dont have an idea where these came from. We don't mean to not credit anyone but, we copy or make up or change recipes to fit our family. Check out more recipes at Mama's Gals Kitchen

Sourdough Starter

2008-12-11T10:48:00.003-06:00

Hi everyone,
I just read a blog about sourdough start mix. I have been given sourdough starters before but never knew how to make one..... well, this one is from someone I know. I am going to try it. I dont use an outside camp dutch oven though. So I am going to try it in a regular dutch oven in and kitchen oven. Check out this blog and see for yourself. http://marksblackpot.blogspot.com/

Chuckwagon Tortillas Recipe

2008-12-09T18:10:00.001-06:00

1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp. garlic minced
1 1/2 tbsp chili powder
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 jar (18 oz) baked beans
1 can stewed tomatoes (14 1/2 oz)
1 can (11 oz) kernal corn
1 4oz can chopped green chillies
1/4 up bottled bbq sauce
4 burrito sized tortilla shells
1 1/2 cups shredded pepperjack cheese

Cook beef and garlic in a large nonstick skillet over med -high heat, breaking up clumps of meat with a spoon, until meat is no longer pink.

Stir in chili powder and cumin, cook 1 minute longer.

Stir in beans, tomaotes, corn, chilies and bbq sauce. Heat 2-3 minutes then pour into a bowl. Remove skillet from ehat, wipe clean with a paper towel, then spray lightly with pam non stick cooking spray. Lay 1 tortilla in bottom of skillet, Spread evenly with 1 1/2 cups of beef mixture. Then sprinkle with 1/3 cup cheese. Repeat this layering 3 times ending with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.

Cover and cook on low heat 15 minutes or till cheese melts and stack is hot in center. Cut in wedges like a pie and serve!

Serve with sour cream, and avocado slices!

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Baked Spaghetti Recipe

2008-12-09T18:08:00.002-06:00

1 C chopped onion
1 C chopped bell pepper
1 Tbsp margarine
1 Can (28 oz.) tomatoes, with liquid, chopped
1 Can (4 oz.) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 Can (2 1/4 oz) sliced black olives, drained
1 tsp crushed basil
1 1/2 - 2 tsp garlic powder
1 lb lean ground beef, browned and drained, optional
12 oz. cooked spaghetti
2 C cheddar cheese, shredded
1 Can cream of mushroom soup
1/4 C water
1/4 C grated Parmesan Cheese

In large skillet, saute onion and bell pepper in butter till tender. Add tomatoes (with liquid), mushrooms, olives, basil, garlic powder, and ground beef. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes. Place 1/2 of the spaghetti in a greased 13X9X2" casserole dish. Top with 1/2 of the vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. Repeat layers. Mix the soup and water till smooth; pour over the casserole. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered at 350°F for 30-35 minutes, or until heated through.

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Baked Beef Ziti Recipe

2008-12-09T18:07:00.001-06:00

12 oz uncooked ziti
1 tsp olive oil
2 medium garlic cloves, minced
1/3 pound lean ground beef
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary
1/2 tsp table salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
28 oz can crushed tomatoes
1 cup part-skim mozzarella, shredded

Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook pasta according to package directions without added fat or salt; drain and set aside.

Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add garlic and saute 2 minutes. Add beef and cook until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks, about 3 to 5 minutes; drain off any fat and return to pan to heat.

Add seasonings; stir to coat beef. Cook until herbs become fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

Spoon a small amount of tomato mixture into bottom of a 4 quart casserole dish. Top with half of the cooked ziti and then layer with half of the remaining tomato sauce and half the cheese. Layer remaining ziti on top and top with remaining sauce and cheese. Bake until cheese is golden and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Yields about 1 cup per serving.

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Crockpot Autumn Pork Roast Recipe

2008-12-09T18:02:00.002-06:00

3 to 4 lb. pork roast
Salt & pepper
1 c. cranberries, finely chopped
1/4 c. honey
1 tsp. grated orange peel
1/8 tsp. ground cloves
1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg

Sprinkle roast with salt and pepper. Place in slow cooking crockpot.

Combine remaining ingredients. Pour over roast. Cover. Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours. or on High for 4-5 .Makes 6 to 8 servings.

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Creamy Italian Chicken Recipe

2008-12-09T18:00:00.001-06:00

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves--thawed
1 envelope of dry Italian salad dressing mix
1/4 cup of water
1 8oz. package of cream cheese--softened
1 10.75oz. can of cream of chicken soup--undiluted
1 4oz. can of mushroom stems & pieces--drained
hot cooked rice or noodles (we prefer rice)

Place the chicken in a slow cooker. Combine salad dressing mix and water; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours. In a small mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and soup until blended. Stir in mushrooms. Pour over chicken. Keeping the slow cooker on low, cook 1 hour longer or until chicken juices run clear. Serve over rice or noodles

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Cheese Steak Wrap Recipe

2008-12-09T17:58:00.002-06:00

1 lb. round steak, sliced into cubes
1/4 cup Tony Chachere’s gravy mix
1/2 cup water
1 bunch green onions, sliced
2 green bell peppers, sliced
4 to 6 slices Provolone cheese
Flour tortilla wraps, any flavor

1. Place sliced round steak into slow cooker. Mix together gravy mix and water and pour over steak in cooker.
2. Add in green onions and bell peppers. Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.
3. Using slotted spoon, spoon meat, onions and peppers into wraps and top each with a slice of cheese before rolling up. Fasten with toothpicks.

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Asian Tacos Recipe

2008-12-09T17:55:00.001-06:00

These are really good and easy to make. You can buy a large pork shoulder (butt) roast and cut it into 2-3 chunks, divide the mix up and freeze for easy meals.

1/2 cup Teriyaki Sauce
1/2 cup Stir fry sauce
1/4 cup Hoison sauce
1 Tbls. sesame oil
1 Tbls. 5 spice powder (I used Penzeys Bankok Blend seasoning)
2 large cloves garlic, chopped or pressed fine
Dry or fresh cilantro (use dry now add fresh later)
Cole slaw mix or broccoli slaw mix
12 soft flour tortillas

Mix all ingredients together except roast, cole slaw and tortillas. Place pork in plastic bag and pour mix. Smoosh around to get coverage on roast. Seal well and let sit for 8-24 hours. Put in crockpot and cook for 6-8 hours on low.

When done, transfer to cutting board and shred with two forks. Lay in tortilla with slaw mix and fresh cilantro. Add a bit of the juice, roll or fold tortilla and enjoy.

I cut up a large roast into 3, made the mix and divided between 3 roasts, and froze. Will buy slaw mix and tortillas as needed. Check out more recipes at Mamas Gals Kitchen

White Bean Chili Recipe

2008-12-09T17:50:00.001-06:00

1 lb. dried Great Northern Beans
5 cups chopped cooked chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 lbs.)
1 Tbl. olive oil
2 medium onions chopped
3 cups (12 oz) shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
2 tsp. ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. salt
Dash of ground red pepper
1/2 tsp. pepper
2 (4.5 oz.) cans chopped green chilies, undrained
3/4 cup sour cream
4 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup salsa
6 cups chicken broth
Chopped fresh parsley, optional

***fresh ground turkey can be substituted for the chicken*****

1. Sort and wash beans; place in a large ovenproof Dutch oven. Cover with water to 2" above beans; cover and let stand 8 hours. Drain in a colander; set beans aside.

2. Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onions; saute until tender. Add cumin, oregano, red pepper, chilies and minced garlic; saute 2 minutes. Add beans and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 2 hours or until beans are tender; stirring occasionally. Add chicken. 1 cup cheese, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes, stirring frequently.

3. Spoon chili into bowls topping with remaining cheese, sour cream and salsa.

Yield: 12 servings (serving size: 1 cup chili, about 2 1/2 Tbl. cheese, 1 Tbl. sour cream and 1 Tbl. salsa) Check out more recipes at Mama's Gals Kitchen.

Banana Split Cake Recipe

2008-12-09T17:48:00.001-06:00

Crust:

2 c graham cracker crumbs
1/2 c margarine, melted

Filling:
2 c icing sugar
1 c margarine
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract

Combine crust ingredients and press into a 9x13" pan. Bake 8 mins at 350°F. Beat filling ingredients together with electric mixer for 15 mins until smooth. Spread filling over crust. Drain large can of crushed unsweetened pineapple. Put on top of filling. Cut 4 bananas lengthwise into slices. Put on top of pineapple. Spread 1 litre (sorry - I don't know the American measurement for that) of Cool Whip over bananas. Sprinkle with chopped nuts, chocolate syrup, and maraschino cherries on top. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving. Check out more recipes at Mama's Gals Kitchen.

Banana Oatmeal Cake Recipe

2008-12-09T17:46:00.001-06:00

Heat oven to 350°F

Grease rectangular pan with shortening or cooking spray.

Beat in a large bowl:

1 1/2 cups mashed very ripe bananas, (4 medium)
3/4 cup sugar
2/3 cup vegetable
2/3 cup buttermilk
1 tsp. vanilla
1 large egg

Mix in-------------------

1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup quick cooking or regular oats
2 tsps. baking soda
1 1/2 tsps. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. ground cloves

Stir in-----------------

2/3 cup chopped nuts
2/3 cup raisins

Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely. If you like, sprinkle with powdered sugar. Check out more recipes at Mama's Gals Kitchen

Apple Windsor Recipe

2008-12-09T17:41:00.001-06:00

2 med apples -- cored and sliced
1 c sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 c butter or margarine
1 c flour
1/4 tsp salt

Directions

Place sliced apples in greased 8" Square baking pan.
Sprinkle with some sugar.
Make a dough with 1 c sugar, eggs, baking powder, margarine, flour and salt.
Cover apples with dough.
Bake @ 350°F about 35 min or until crust is brown on top.

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7 Layer Bars Recipe

2008-12-09T17:38:00.001-06:00

1/4 cup butter
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1 cup coconut -- shredded
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 cup chocolate chips
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 cupchopped nuts

Comments
These are called 7 layer bars because ingredients are layered, not mixed.

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°F (325°F for glass dish).
Melt butter in a 13x9x2" Pan.
Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs evenly over the melted butter and press down.
Sprinkle the coconut on next, chocolate and butterscotch pieces and nuts.
Then drizzle condensed milk over all.
Press lightly.
Bake for 30 minutes.
Cool in pan on wire rack.
Cut into bars.

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Chocolate Angel Cake Recipe

2008-12-09T17:32:00.002-06:00

1 1/2 cup confectioners sugar
1 cup cake flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa (i use hersheys low fat)
1 1/2 cups egg whites (about 10)
1 1/2 tsp. cream of tarter
1/2 tsp. salt
1 cup sugar

FROSTING:

1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

Sift together confectioners sugar, flour and cocoa three times; set aside. In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites, cream of tarter and salt until soft peaks form. Gradually fold in the cocoa mixture, about a fourth at a time. Spoon into a 10" tube pan. Carefully run a metal spatula or knife thru the batter to remove the air pockets.

Bake on lowest rack at 375°F for about 35-40 min. OR until top springs back when touched in the middle and cracks feel dry.

Immediately invert pan; cool completely. Run a knife around the edges and center tube to loosen; remove cake.

In a mixing bowl, combine the first 5 ingriedients ( frosting ones) cover and chill for 1 hour. Beat until stiff peaks form. Spread over top of cake and sides. Store in the fridge.

*I have made this twice and it's pretty good! I get my 5 yr old dd to dump in the ingredients and she also whips the egg whites!

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Cast Iron Cookware

2008-12-05T16:28:00.001-06:00

How many people have grown up with cast iron cookware. I can not even imagine. Just think of all the fried potatoes and all of the corn bread made in those skillets. On the trail, one of the most used piece of cookware was a cast iron dutch oven. You can cook stews, meat and beans in one. But, you can also make one of the best apple cobbler. The new cooking sprays are so handy in keeping the cast iron seasoned, especially the butter ones. So get out your Mothers cast iron cookware and use it today. Check out more cookware at Mama's Gals Kitchen.

Merry Chrisrmas

2008-12-03T17:35:00.001-06:00

I hope all of you are surviving Thanksgiving alright. We have just finished decorating for Christmas. I can remember when I was small. crawling under the Christmas Tree to look at the lights. If you lay on your back and look up through the tree, it looks like the heaven has landed in your living room. This one of my favorite memories from Christmas. Christmas time is the best time of year. I love giving Gifts and Christmas Decorating is something that makes memories for ever. Enjoy your holidays and be well. See you at Mama's Gals Kitchen

Clay Bake ware

2008-11-21T11:27:00.001-06:00

I don't know about you, but I just found this stuff. A friend of mine told me about it. It is terrific!
Clay Bake ware has been around since almost the beginning. From Indians and Egypt this has been an old tried and true method. I can't believe I just found this.. You take the bake ware and soak it in water in the sink for about 15 minutes then put, lets say a chicken in, with the onion and all the aromatics ( garlic cloves, rosemary, tyme, or whatever you prefer) and put it in the oven.. The clay bake ware keeps the chicken moist and browns it to perfection. It does take a few times cooking in this to get use to it..... but believe me, you will cook in one all the time once you do.... Check out this new, old, bake ware.. and type of baking.. It is moist and delicious..
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Welcome to our talk.....and thanks for listening

2008-11-20T18:01:00.000-06:00

Hello,
We , at Mama's Gals Kitchen, are just starting this blog and would like to welcome all of you. We have a love for the kitchen. It is the Heart of your Home. Just think of all you do during your day. Most of your time is in the kitchen. Preparing breakfast, if home, lunch and always dinner. If you have children there is always the afternoon snack. Time spent in the kitchen from meals to cleaning to just sipping that much deserved cup of coffee should be pleasant.... look for ways to ease your work.. things that make you smile.. some times you just need that something that is not really needed but you like it..We hope your time is fun, easy and full of love and warmth.. check out our free recipes
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