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FRESH BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE WITH HOMEMADE CRUST

Posted on February 18, 2013 by The Southern Lady

This blueberry cheesecake is so good because you use fresh blueberries and the crust is homemade.

Nutty Graham Cracker Crust

1 cup graham cracker crumbs (Can roll with rolling pin or use food processor until finely ground)

1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (Could use quick-cooking oats)

1/2 cup ground walnuts or nuts of your choice

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1/2 cup butter or margarine or 8 tablespoons, melted

Combine all ingredients and press into a sprayed 8 x 8 inch baking pan. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven 10 to 12 minutes. Remove and let cool.

Cream Cheese Filling (This is like the cherry cream cheese pie filling we have all made before)

1 (8 ounce package) cream cheese, softened

1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk (Not evaporated milk)

1/3 cup lemon juice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Combine ingredients and mix on high for 3 or 4 minutes. Pour over cooled crust. Refrigerate for 3 hours.

Fresh Blueberry Topping

2 cups fresh blueberries (you could use frozen)

1/2 cup sugar

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 cup water

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Combine all topping ingredients except lemon juice and bring to boil on top of the stove stirring constantly so as not to burn. Cook for 2 minutes to thicken. Remove from stove, stir in lemon juice and let cool. Pour over cheesecake after it has been refrigerated for 3 hours.

Keep this cheesecake refrigerated. Makes about 10 to 12 servings. Enjoy! Note: You could use any fresh fruit with this recipe such as strawberries or blackberries.

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MASHED POTATO CASSEROLE

Posted on August 28, 2012 by The Southern Lady

We love potatoes “fixed” this way and you can do so many different variations. Great for holidays or just anytime.

7 or 8 large potatoes, peeled

1 teaspoon salt

4 tablespoons butter or margarine

4 ounces cream cheese

1/4 cup sour cream

1/2 cup evaporated milk

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon onion flakes

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1 to 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded or cheese of your choice

1 teaspoon paprika

Boil the peeled potatoes, drain and mash with the salt, butter, cream cheese, sour cream, milk, pepper, onion flakes and garlic. Spread mashed potatoes into a sprayed casserole dish and sprinkle with shredded cheese and paprika. Bake in preheated 375 degree oven, uncovered, for 30 to 35 minutes. (Note: You can add chopped bacon or ham, regular onion or green onion) Makes 6 to 8 servings. Enjoy!

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SALMON DIP

Posted on March 2, 2012 by The Southern Lady

We love this dip with all kinds of crackers. Great for snacking in front of the television and I can make a meal out of it.

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped (can use regular onions)

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1/2 teaspoon dill weed

1/4 teaspoon worcestershire sauce

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon liquid smoke

3 to 4 drops hot sauce

3 tablespoons dried parsley (can use fresh)

1 (15 1/2 ounce) can salmon, drained and flaked (can remove skin and bone)

1/4 cup walnuts, chopped

Mix all ingredients with mixer except salmon and walnuts. Add salmon and beat at low speed until well blended. Fold in walnuts with spoon. Serve with your favorite crackers. Makes about 3 cups. Keeps well in fridge. Enjoy!

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APPLE BANANA MUFFINS

Posted on February 17, 2012 by The Southern Lady

These muffins are wonderful. I am always looking for recipes using bananas and apples and this one is a keeper. I added Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting but they are good without the frosting, too. A cup of coffee and one of these muffins in the morning is a great start to any day.

1 cup white sugar

2 eggs

2/3 cup oil

1/4 cup buttermilk

2 bananas, mashed

1 cup whole wheat flour

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon baking soda

2 teaspoons vanilla flavoring

2 medium apples, peeled and chopped

3/4 cup walnuts, chopped

Cream sugar and eggs with mixer; add oil, buttermilk, and bananas and continue mixing. Add cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, baking soda, whole wheat flour and all-purpose flour and mix well. Fold in vanilla, apples and walnuts with a spoon. Spray a muffin pan with cooking spray or use cupcake papers. Fill 1/2 to 3/4 full of muffin mixture. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 20 – 25 minutes. Makes 18 to 20 muffins. Enjoy!

Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

4 tablespoons butter or margarine or 1/4 cup, softened

1 cup brown sugar

Mix with mixer to spreading consistency. Makes about 2 cups.

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