Author: Mary Ellen Stringham

  • Craisin Cream Scones

    Craisin Cream Scones

    I recently held a Revolutionary War themed meeting and wondered what would be the somewhat authentic treats to serve. I researched a little and found that “Scones or Tea Biscuits” were common. I found that I had a recipe and did a little changing and this was the result. “Craisin Cream Scones”      …

  • Shepherd’s Pie

    Shepherd’s Pie

    Do you know the names of these vegetables? These are the great root vegetables that make this  “Shepherd’s Pie”  very different and very tasty. This however is not an inexpensive recipe to make. These vegetables are not as commonly used and thus cost more, but oh is it worth it. 2 lbs Yokon Gold potatoes,…

  • Snicker Cookie Bars

    Snicker Cookie Bars

    I enjoy Snicker bars. Halloween is the only time of year that I buy enough candy to make this recipe. These Snicker cookie bars are kind of like short bread and not supper sweet. Recipe 3 cups flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup butter 1 cup brown sugar, packed 2 eggs…

  • Apple Cake and Dip

    Apple Cake and Dip

    It is that time of year when wonderful fruits and vegetables are harvested. We love new crop apples. They are sweet, crisp and it’s time to bake with them. This recipe is another old one of my mother’s. I don’t know it’s origin. I just remember how much I loved it when she baked it.  My…

  • Spice Rubbed Pulled Pork

    Spice Rubbed Pulled Pork

    Sometime I want a great meat sandwich without having to go to a restaurant. You just can’t beat a good pulled pork. So here is another pulled pork recipe. “Spice Rubbed Pulled Pork” Spice Mix 1 tbsp onion salt 2 tbsp paprika 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp ground allspice 1/2…