Nani's Cranny

Tag: old fashioned

  • Taco Soup

    This is a recipe that the ladies in my exercise group were raving about last winter. Your whole family will enjoy this quick and easy recipe. This is one that you can keep the ingredients on hand and whip up at the last minute. Try it soon. Ingredients 1 pound hamburger 1 large onion, chopped…

  • Wild Rice Spinach Salad

    Here is a really tasty salad that is a bit different. You can make this a main dish salad by adding cooked chicken. Adjust dressing amount as needed. You will be a hit at the next pot luck with this yummy salad.

  • Linda’s Brownies

    I had a supervisor once named, Linda and she would bring these brownies to our meetings. I guess it was her way of bribing us to work harder. It certainly worked! Not only are they heavenly, but they are easy to make, too. Ingredients 2 packages Pillsbury rich and moist brownie mix 1/2 cup vegetable…

  • Sweet Pork Roast

    This is another favorite recipe that you can put in the oven and forget about it. It is super easy and very delicious. It is definitely good enough for company. Ingredients 4 1/2 pound pork center-cut loin, tied if desired 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire 1 Tablespoon soy sauce 2 teaspoons Mrs. Dash 2 teaspoons Lowry’s seasoning…

  • Walnut Oil Vinaigrette

    As I have mentioned before, I love to make my own salad dressings. My favorites are ones made with oil and vinegar. This one uses walnut oil, which gives it a very unique flavor. Try it with any salad that is complemented by a nutty flavor. Ingredients 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard 4 teaspoons honey 1…

  • Barbecued Round Steak

    I am always looking for easy family recipes that I can put in the oven and forget about. This is one such recipe. This is a favorite family recipe of mine for round steak. The steak is tender and tasty. Ingredients 1 to 1 1/2 pounds round steak, about 1 1/2 inches thick 2 Tablespoons…

  • Healthy Whole Wheat Bread

    This is a very good bread machine recipe that I received from my friend, Carol. She got it from a baker in Kansas City. It is good, wholesome and easy to make. He told her that honey in the bread keeps the bread soft and the dough should be as soft at possible without being…

  • Coca-Cola Cake

    Here is another of those old fashioned recipe that our Grandmas used to make. It is delicious and easy to make. It is an old family favorite recipe! Be sure and use classic Coke, not Diet or Coke Zero. Cake Ingredients 1 box devil’s food cake mix 1 small box (3 to 4 ounces) instant…

  • Monster Cookies

    This is a huge recipe! This is the perfect recipe for family gatherings or week-ends at the cabin. Make a batch and keep it in the refrigerator and bake as needed. Nothing is better than an old fashioned monster cookie right out of the oven. Ingredients 4 cups sugar 2 cups butter (1 pound) 4…