The Recipe Box

Welcome To The Recipe Box. Anyone can submit a recipe to any of the Editors.

Cowboy Cole Slaw

A recipe from Allrecipes Magazine Cowboy Coleslaw Six one-cup servings Ingredients 1 (16-ounce) package shredded coleslaw mix 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed and drained, divided (from 1[10-ounce] bag) 1 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped 1/4 cup seeded and finely chopped jalapeno chile 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 3 tablespoons canned adobo sauce 1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix 1-1/2  teaspoons kosher salt…

5-Star Strawberry Bread

INGREDIENTS 3 eggs 2 c. sugar 1 c. salad oil 1 Tbsp vanilla 2 c. flour 1 c. quick oats 1 Tbsp cinnamon 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. baking powder 2 c. crushed fresh strawberries INSTRUCTIONS – Pre-heat oven to 350*. – Beat eggs. – Slowly add sugar and beat until…

Spelling Bee Cookies

These cookies are the ones given to all Spelling Bee contestants and the tech staff.  It originated with Dee Houseknecht and is supported by 3 time Spelling Champ Barb VanDick. MONSTER (SPELLING BEE) COOKIES 1 cup Crisco 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 1/3 cup white sugar 1 cup brown sugar 4 eggs 1 Tablespoon vanilla…

Chicken Rice Casserole

This recipe came from Allrecipes magazine.  As with most casseroles, it’s flexible to accomodate what you have in your house. CHICKEN RICE CASSEROLE 3 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 cups Instant Rice 2 cups water 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 can cream of celery soup…

Summer Salmon Salad

Did you know Salmon is one of nature’s Super Foods?  Yup, it’s true, and here’s a great way to chill out while getting healthy.  This recipe comes from Chris Holmes. SALMON PASTA SALAD Prep time:  20 minutes Cook time:  15 minutes Chill for 4 hours Serves 6 1 8 oz. package cavatappi pasta 1/2 cup…

Tex-Mex Pasta Salad for a Crowd

This recipe can be changed by what you have or don’t have in your pantry.  It makes a very large bowlful, suitable for a family reunion or a pot luck.  You might want to cut it into halves unless you’re feeding your in-laws. TEX-MEX PASTA SALAD 1 small box pasta, elbows, bowties, corkscrews  (14-16 oz),…