Marzipan Bars

Marzipan Bars are a wonderful holiday treat, but I can eat them year round.  Be selective with the ingredients.  I found that using almonds that have been pre peeled and seedless raspberry jam make these bars the best they can be and your friends and family will love 'em.  I found this recipe in my mothers recipe junk drawer.  It was clipped from a magazine (I don't know which one) from some time ago.  I hope the author doesn't mind me posting it here.

Frozen Cappuccino

This is a refreshing summer drink that will really get your afternoon zoomin'. I got hooked on these from that high priced coffee franchise, you know the one, but their price-tag is outrageous. So I sout out to discover how to make a home version for less than half the price. Instead, you can make these frozen delights for about 25% of the cost. The caramel is my favorite. You can make you own varieties by simply adding some flavored extract or other flavorings.

Pandisal

A traditional breakfast bread from the Philippines, Pandisal is a soft, delicious roll bread that is good to eat any time. I give my wife full credit for this recipe, even though it was given to her by a friend. Her friend however, only gave her the ingredients and about two lines of instructions. She came up with the methods used here and perfected these beige blisters of delight.

Simple Cole Slaw

This is not only the simplest cole slaw recipe, it is also one of the most versitile and delicious. I frequently will try different vinegar and oil combinations. I love to add a splash of balsamic vinegar for an extra bite and use a mild extra virgin olive oil for a mediteranean taste. I also enjoy adding some additional herbs and spices depending on the meal I'm serving this with. For example, if I'm going Italian, I might toss in a little oregano and basil. Why not some thinly sliced red onions of and cayenne pepper for a kick in the pants. Sea salt always adds a crisp fresh taste.  But try it plain first and take it from their. You're going to love it!

Cajun Maquechou (pronounced Mock-shoe) a Corn Dish

This is a popular corn dish in Louisiana. No one ever makes it exactly the same. If you don't like something, don't add it.  If you prefer something else, use it instead.  For instance, you don't have to use bacon.  Just use about 1/4 to 1/2 cup of cooking oil to cook the vegetables.  This is one of my favorite recipes to bring to a pot luck dinner or cook out.  Everyone will be asking you for the recipe so you better bring a few printouts.  Then you can tell them where you got the recipe.

Pancit Canton ~ Traditional Philippine Noodle Dish

There are a number of different Pancit noodles to use.  Canton (Cantonese) noodles are about the size of thick spaghetti noodles.  You'll truly enjoy this easy to make, one course, one pan meal.  If you don't like any of the vegetables used, no problem.  Leave it out.  You can even add other vegetables such as broccoli, water chestnuts, you name it.  It certainly will not take away from the unique flavor created by the other ingredients.

Red Beans And Rice

Red Beans and Rice is one of the first Creole recipes I tried. This one I modified to suit my taste, and I'm sure it will please yours.  Be careful with the Red and Black Pepper.  I found that when I use any kind of Alcoholic beverage in a recipe it seems to amplify the peppers spicy reaction.

Cassava Cake

This is a classic Filipino dessert enjoyed year round.  Most of the ingredients can be found in an oriental store near you.  I have found the most difficult ingredient to find is usually the coconut cream.  If you can't find it, don't worry.  Simply use another can of coconut milk in it's place.  Also it is easier to just buy the cassava already grated.  It should be in the freezer section.  You could cut the recipe in half but then you are left with 1/2 a can of everything.  Or try making one thick cake.  You'll have to cook much longer though. Careful, I'm not sure if it will all fit in one pan.  I hope you enjoy it!

Peanut Brittle

Here is the best recipe I have ever tried for peanut brittle. It is relatively simple to make however, temperature is very important here. If you don't have a candy thermometer you need to get one. When it comes to making candies like this, if you don't get to the desired temp. you will end up with a sticky mess. Also, you will want to have all ingredients measured out and ready to go. Once you start cooking you won't have time to butter the pans or measure out the baking soda.

The Perfect Cheesecake

So many times I've tried to make the perfect cheesecake only to end-up
with a dry, cracked, flavorless brown mess that I wouldn't want to feed
the dog, even if I had a dog. After much research, and a lot of help from
The Food Network, I am finally satisfied that this is the one. The ingredients are much different than other recipes I've tried in the past as I have modified it to my taste. What makes this recipe unique is the technique. Follow the directions closely and you too can make the perfect cheesecake.

Habanero Pepper Sauce

This was my first attempt at a hot sauce. The habaneros will result in an intense heat so be prepared. If you decide you want something a little milder, you could substitute the habaneros for jalapenos. However, you may wish to roast the peppers just enough to char the skin to black, place the peppers in a plastic bag to steam for about 15-30 minutes, then peel all the charred skin off before chopping. This will result in a smoother sauce. The flesh on the habanero is just too thin to do this so save yourself the time and the burns to your fingers and anything you may touch afterward.

Pork Adobo ~ Adobong Baboy

Adobo is a wonderfully tangy dish. The ingredients are simple and additional spices may be added to suit your own taste buds. This main dish is best when served over white rice.

Jeff's Famous Baked Beans

This recipe came from a good friend of my father who has since passed. I remember him discribing the ingredients to my mother when I was about 8 yrs old and remembered the basics. I have made some adjustments to better suit my taste buds. This recipe is very adaptable to your own taste. Simply substitute your favorite herbs and spices to suit you. I frequently bring this dish to Pot-Lucks at work. I always bring a copy of the recipe because everyone wants it.

Candy Apple Pie

Marcela Gurrola Rosas from Facebook provided this recipe to me after I saw a picture of it on her profile, and it looked awesome. I've been wanting to try it, but I didn't want to hog it all to myself. Enjoy.

Best Fudge

After trying a dozen or more recipes for fudge, I finally came across this one that really seemed to satisfy my sweet-tooth. Be sure to read all of the instructions a couple of times so you know what to expect.  I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.