Hummingbird Cake

HummingbirdCake3 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon cinnamon3 eggs beaten1 ½ cups vegetable oil1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract1 can ( 8 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained2 cups chopped bananas (about 4)2 cups chopped pecansCream Cheese Frosting2 packages (8oz each) cream cheese softened1 cup (2 sticks) butter or margarine1 32 oz package of confectioner’s sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extractDash of saltPreheat...

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Pumpkin Roll

Pumpkin Roll (this is fantastic and a great presentation if you want to give it to someone as a gift)Ingredients:CAKE1/4 cup powdered sugar (to sprinkle on towel)3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon salt3 large eggs1 cup granulated sugar2/3 cup LIBBY'S® 100% Pure Pumpkin1 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)FILLING1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, at room...

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Shrimp Etouffee Recipe

This is one of my favorite recipes. It’s truly comfort food for me, and it will always remind me of my Dad. He was a great Cajun cook, and this recipe is all him. It’s hot and hearty full of bold flavors. It's important to note that the chicken broth can make or break this recipe. Only use a tasty chicken broth, and fresh seafood! Ingredients: 1/2 cup margarine 1/2...

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John Davidson Turtle Brownies

John Davidson Turtle Brownies Ingredients: 14 oz. package of caramels 2/3 cup evaporated milk 1 box German chocolate cake mix 3/4 cup softened margarine 1 cup nuts (walnuts and/or pecans) 12 oz. semisweet chocolate chipsDirections:Combine caramels and 1/3 cup evaporated milk on top of double boiler (when's the last time you heard "double boiler?"). Stir mixture until melted....

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