Traditional English Christmas Fair!

Christmas Pudding1 / 2 pound dark molasses sugar14 ounces fresh white breadcrumbs1 / 2 pound shredded suet1 tsp. Spice mixture3 / 4 pound sultanas3 / 4 pound raisins1 / 2 tsp. Salt1 / 2 pound currants4 ounces candid peel, chopped2 ounces finely chopped almonds (optional)2 lg. Cooking apples, peeled, seeded and finely choppedFinely grated zest and juice of 1 / 2 lemon2 eggs beaten1 / 2 pint of Guinness or milk fatAbout 1 / 4 pt milk2 silver threepenny or sixpenny piece wrapped in foil!Put the dry ingredients, dried fruit, candied fruit and almonds, if used, mixing in a largeBowl and stir well to mix. Add the apples with the lemon zest and juice, eggs and Guinness or milkStout. Stir to mix well. Stir in enough milk to make a soft consistency fall.Pour the mixture into two greased 1 1 / 2 pint pudding basin. Hide a silver coin in eachPudding. Cover the tops of the puddings with circles of baking paper (waxed) paper, then with foil.Foil a pleat in the center and cord around the edge. Leave it overnight.Place the bowl in the top of a steamer or double boiler or in a large pot of gently bubbling waterand steam for 4 to 5 hours, topping up the water level from time to time during cooking.Carefully remove the bowl from the pan and leave until quite cold. Discard the foil andBaking paper and replace with fresh parchment paper and foil before storing.Stream back for about 2 hours before serving with brandy butter.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

STATE FAIR SUGAR COOKIES

1 c. Butter1 c. Vegetable oil1 c. Powdered sugar1 c. Granulated sugar2 eggs1 tsp. Vanilla4 c. Flour1 tsp. Weinstein1 tsp. Baking powder1 tsp. SaltSugar (granulated sugar for the holidays or colored)Cream first 4 ingredients, then add eggs and vanilla. Sift together the remaining ingredients andIn the dough. Chill dough. Roll 1 tablespoon dough into sugar. Place on ungreased baking sheet.They press in on balls with glass dipped sugar. Decorate with a sprinkle, if desired. Bake at 350Degrees for 12 minutes or until golden brown.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

STATE FAIR SLUSH

8 c. Water2 c. Sugar (reduced)1 (46 ounce) can pineapple juice1 (6 oz.0 can frozen lemonade1 (6 ounce) can frozen orange juice4 ripe bananas1 lg. 7-UPBoil water and sugar; cool. Combine all of the above-mentioned and freeze. (Can be frozen in milk cartons.)Makes about 1 gallon. Remove from freezer several hours before serving to thaw partially.When serving, put half a glass of slush into glass, fill with 7-UP. Recipe can be halved.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

STATE FAIR PEAR PIE

1 / 2 c. brown sugar, packed2 Tbsp. Flour1 / 2 tsp. CinnamonPinch of allspicePinch of cardamomPinch of nutmegPinch of salt6 c. peeled, sliced ​​pears2 tsp. Lemon juice1 1 / 2 tsp. Vanilla extractPie crust for 8 or 9-inch pieIn bowl of brown sugar, flour, spices and salt. Add pear slices, lemon juice and vanilla.Toss gently until well blended. Pour fruit into pastry lined pie plate, mounding in the center. Dot withButter. Brush rim of bottom crust with water. Cover with top crust. Fold edge under bottom crust.Flute the edge. Cut small steam vents, brush with milk and sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 400 degrees15 minutes, then at 375 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes more.

State Fair of Texas poppy POUND

CAKE1 tbsp. Poppy1 / 4 c. Milk6 eggs3 c. Sugar1 c. Butter1 c. Buttermilk1 / 4 tsp. Soda3 c. Flour2 tsp. Vanilla extractGlaze:1 1 / 2 c. Powdered sugar1 tsp. melted butter1 tsp. Vanilla1 / 2 c. MilkSoak poppy seeds in 1 / 4 cup milk. Separate the eggs. Combine egg yolks, sugar, butter and creamwell. Add poppy seeds and milk buttermilk. Combine flour and baking soda. Add dry mixture toCreamy mixture alternately with buttermilk. Beat egg whites until stiff. Fold the dough and addVanilla.Pour into a greased bundt pan and bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes.Remove from pan and drizzle glaze over warm cake that. Servings: 2 to 12!Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

STATE FAIR HOT DOG (microwave)

1 Jumbo Hot Dog1 hot dog buns, splitMustard2 Tbsp. Sauerkraut, drainedRelish, chili, grated cheese or chopped onionSlash both sides of the hot dog in several places with a knife. Place on plate and cook on micro proofHigh 1 minute or until hot. Place hot dog in bun. Add mustard, sauerkraut and selected garnish.Cook on high 15 seconds. Yield: 1Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

STATE FAIR fresh lemonade

4 lemons1 c. SugarIce (as desired)WaterCut lemons in half and squeeze lemons. Pour into pitcher (Tupperware pitcher workbest). Add sugar and ice. Shake to mix. Add water to make up 1 / 2 gallon. Use of an inexpensiveJuicer makes the recipe go faster.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

STATE FAIR CHESS FAMOUS BROWNIES

2 sticks butter4 eggs3 / 4 c. Sugar1 1 / 2 tsp. Vanilla2 c. self-rising flour1 c. NutsMelt butter, place in a bowl, beat sugar and pour. Put 1 egg, after each stroke. The remainingIngredients, beat well. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes. Bake in loaf pan.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

STATE FAIR CORN

Cooking time: 11 to 12 minutes. Butter, salt to tasteDispose of all contaminated parts of the outer shell. Soak corn in cold water for 5 to 10 minutes to clean and. moisturize Drain. Set unhusked corn directly on micro-proof dish. Cook (microwave) onhigh, 11 to 12 minutes. Let stand 3 minutes. Husk and serve hot with butter. Makes 4 servings.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

STATE FAIR CORN

4 unhusked ears of cornDispose of all contaminated parts of the outer shell. Soak corn in cold water for 5 to 10 minutes to clean and. moisturize Drain well, not dry. Set unhusked corn directly on a ceramic bowl or in micro proofPlate. Cook high for 11 to 12 minutes.Let stand 3 minutes. Pull husks, discard silk, again with husks. Serve hot with butter cornand salt. For increased servings allow 3 to 4 minutes cooking time for each ear.Mouth

STATE FAIR Corn Dogs

1 c. Flour3 / 4 c. yellow corn flour2 Tbsp. Sugar2 Tbsp. Baking powder1 tbsp. Mustard powder1 tsp. Salt1 c. Milk1 egg2 Tbsp. ShorteningMix dry ingredients. Cut in shortening. Add milk and slightly beaten egg. Mix quickly to nearlysmooth. Divide the dough into a tall glass for dunking hot dogs. In hot deep fat until golden brown.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

STATE FAIR Caramel Corn

2 c. brown sugar1 c. Butter1 / 2 c. Light corn syrup1 tsp. Salt1 tsp. Baking powder1 tsp. Butter flavoringQt 6th PopcornBoil brown sugar, butter, syrup and salt for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add soda andButter flavoring. Pour over popcorn. Mix well and in 2 ungreased large baking sheets.Bake at 200 degrees for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Turn to brown paper bag and storein airtight containers.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

Scarborough Fair SALAD

£ 1 Louis empire turkey breast (any variety)1 package. (2 ounces) slivered almonds1 tart apple1 tsp. Lemon juice2 stalks celery, chopped2 green onions with tops, chopped1 tbsp. chopped fresh parsleyCut turkey into 1 / 2 inch cubes and set aside. Toast almonds in shallow baking pan at 350 degreesOven for 8 minutes or until lightly browned, cool. Cut apple into pieces and toss with lemon juiceIn a large bowl, add turkey, almonds, celery, onions and parsley.Herb Dressing:1 / 2 c. Mayonnaise1 / 4 tsp. Ground thyme1 / 2 tsp. Garlic powder1 / 2 tsp. Oregano leaves1 / 2 tsp. Pepper1 / 2 tsp. Rosemary1 / 2 tsp. SageCombine dressing ingredients in a small bowl, add mixture and toss to Turkey. Cover and chillthoroughly. Makes 4 (1 1 / 2 cup) servings.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

Award-winning BROWNIES

2 sticks butter2 c. Sugar1 tsp. Vanilla1 c. Flour2 / 3 c. unsweetened cocoa2 c. Walnuts4 eggs1 / 2 tsp. Baking powderMix all ingredients thoroughly. Grease a square pan. Pour batter into pan. Bake at 350 degreesfor 30 minutes.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

FAIR PARTY Meatballs

1 pounds lean ground beef1 egg1 tbsp. Cornstarch3 / 4 c. finely chopped onionSalt and pepper to tasteCooking oilCombine these ingredients and form into small balls. Fry in oil and then leave to drain.Heat oil in another pan, 1 cup pineapple juice with 1 tablespoon oil and add the followingIngredients have been mixed:1 / 2 c. Sugar3 tbsp. Cornstarch1 tbsp. Soy sauce3 tbsp. Vinegar6 tbsp. WaterCook this mixture, stirring until it thickens. Then add the meatballs. 1 can (add 8 1 / 2Ounces) pineapple bits and derive a large green bell pepper, cut into strips. (If desired, canPepper to taste.) Bring all this only to the point where it is good and hot, but do not boil or the color andSharpness of pepper lost.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

Neshoba County Fair CASSEROLE

1 fryer1 package. Spaghetti noodles (about 8 ounces)1 / 2 to 1 pounds wires or sharp cheese, grated1 lg. Bell pepper, chopped1 lg. Onion, chopped1 can sm. English peas1 can Rotel tomatoesSalt & pepper1 stick butterBoil fryer and take off bone. Cook spaghetti in chicken broth. Add cheese. Cook onion andPepper in butter until translucent and add spaghetti. Add peas and Rotel tomatoes. Season with salt and pepperTaste. Place in buttered casserole dish and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

MRS. Minnie RAISIN PIE (used for the FAIR)

3 eggs3 / 4 c. brown sugar1 / 4 c. butter, softened1 c. Karo molasses (Blue Label)1 / 4 c. black walnuts (crushed)1 c. Raisins1 tsp. VanillaBeat eggs with sugar and butter at all times, until thick and fluffy. Beat in molasses untilthat is fluffy. Add walnuts and vanilla, beat gently while adding raisins. Pour into unbaked pieTray. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes or just stuck in the middle. Makes 1 (9 inch) pie.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

MORE THAN A FAIR SHAKE

Can a breakfast for himself or a morning or afternoon refreshment, several advantages overa milk shake. It has fewer calories and may be even lower if there are low-fat milk and nonfat yogurtbe used. 1 c. Plain yogurt (low fat or nonfat, as desired) 10 oz pkg. frozen fruits (strawberries,Peaches, blueberries, raspberries) sugar or sweetener, optionalThe milk, yogurt and frozen fruit in a blender container. When the fruit is unsweetened.You can add sugar or sweetener to taste. Cover and process until smooth. Yield1 serving.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

FAIR BROWNIE PIZZA

1 lg. Box Brownie Mix2 eggs1 / 3 c. Water1 / 4 c. Oil1 c. chopped mini peanut butter cup1 c. Mini-marshmallows1 c. candy coated piecesPreheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 10-11 inch pizza pan. Stir mix, eggs, waterand oil in a large bowl (about 50 strokes). Spread mixture into the pan.Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until brownie begins to pull away from the edge of the pan.Remove from oven, sprinkle peanut butter cups and marshmallows evenly over top. Back toOven and bake 5 minutes or until marshmallows begin, puff. Remove, add remaining candy on top.Cool completely before serving.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

KING RANCH CHICKEN FOOD FAIR

Tortilla chips, broken,1 chicken, stewed, bone and shredded1 can cream of mushroom soup with a lg. Piece of Velveeta melted in the1 can cream of chicken soup1 can Ro-tel tomatoes1 can green chilies1 / 2 c. Chicken broth1 / 2 - 1 c. Onions, choppedEnough grated Cheddar cheese to cover casserole(Tortillas can be substituted) layer of the casserole in tortilla chips, then a layer of chicken. Make aSauce by combining the soups, tomatoes, chillies (can omit for a very mild version) and theChicken broth. Mix well and pour over chicken. Next, sprinkle a layer of chopped onionsthe sauce, then a generous layer of grated cheddar cheese. This recipe Fill a large potor 2 small (cake pan size) one.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

SOFT TACOS FAIR

1 pounds ground beef1-3 garlic cloves, finely choppedSaltPepper3 or 4 green onions, finely chopped3 / 4 c. chopped salad12 corn tortillasOilTaco sauce1 / 2 c. coarsely mashed potatoes (with milk and butter)In frying pan slowly cook meat until it brown. Garlic, salt and pepper to taste. Let fat. AddSpring onions, salad, mashed potato and taco sauce to taste. Simmer slowly, about 7Minutes. In hot oil, heat tortillas, one at a time, just until tender. Blot dry with paper towels. SetSpoon meat mixture on tortilla and roll up.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

FAIR POTATOES

1 egg, beaten2 c. Milk1 c. grated Swiss cheese1 to 2 teaspoons. Salt1 / 4 tsp. freshly ground pepperDash freshly grated nutmegGarlic powder to taste5 c. coarsely grated potatoes (about 4 bakers)2 Tbsp. ButterMix beaten egg, milk, spices and 3 / 4 cup of the cheese. Mix well with the potatoes and pourinto a well buttered 1 1 / 2 liter pot. Cut 1 tablespoon of the butter into small pieces and slideinto the potatoes. Cut the other tablespoon of butter into pieces and distribute over the top. Sprinklewith the remaining 1 / 4 cup cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour and 15 minutes. The originalRecipe called for 2 teaspoons but the church volunteers cut up. Try 1 / 8 teaspoon garlicPowder for the first timeRecipes Mouth-Watering Fair

LEMON PIE FAIR

1 c. Sugar1 / 4 c. Cornstarch1 / 4 tsp. Salt1 1 / 2 c. Water3 egg yolks2 Tbsp. Butter1 / 3 c. Lemon juice1 1 / 2 tsp. grated lemon peelMeringue:3 egg whites6 tbsp. SugarFOR PIE: Combine 1 / 2 cup sugar, cornstarch and salt in double boiler, gradually mix in waterand stir constantly until thickened. Beat together egg yolks, 1 / 2 cup sugar and a little hot mixture;then stir in all remaining hot mixture. Cook over double boiler 2 minutes, stirring.Remove and butter, lemon juice and lemon peel. Cool and pour into 9 inch baked pie crust.Meringue: Beat egg whites until foamy stir. Sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beat after eachIn addition to stiff. Spread over top of pie. Sprinkle coconut over top and bake at 425Degrees for 5 minutes.Recipes Mouth-Watering Fair

FAIR KITCHEN Meatloaf

10 pounds ground beef2 c. chopped onion10 eggs10 c. cracker crumbs6 c. tomato juice (46 oz. can)10 tsp. salt4 tsp. pepperMix all together and bake about 2 hours at 350 degrees in two 9 x 13 inch pan.

COUNTY FAIR potatoes

1 pkg. (8 serving size) instant mashed potatoes1 pkg. (8 oz.) Cream cheese, softened1 / 3 c. chopped onion1 egg (beaten)Salt and pepper to tastePrepare mashed potatoes according to package directions, reducing the water for 2 1 / 4 cup andremove salt. Blend cream cheese into hot mashed potatoes. Add the onion, egg, salt and pepper;stir. Transfer to a plate 1 1 / 2 quart casserole dish lightly grease. Bake in preheated 350 degreesoven for 45 minutes.Note: This dish freezes well, so it can be assembled and frozen before baking. Let thaw inrefrigerator before bakingMouth-Watering Fair Recipes

COUNTY FAIR PEACH PIE

3 c. presifted all-purpose flour1 tsp. iodized salt1 c. vegetable shortening1 egg1 / 4 c. cold water1 tbsp. vinegarPEACH FILLING:2 cans (13 oz £ 1 each.) Sliced ​​peaches2 / 3 c. sugar1 / 4 c. cornstarchDash of salt2 1 / 2 tbsp. butter1 tbsp. orange juiceMake crust: Combine flour and salt. Cut in butter. Beat eggs and add water and vinegar; addto dry mixture of one tablespoon at a time and stir to mix. Divides into two unequal parts and roll outlarger half on a lightly floured board, 1 / 8 inch thick. Line 10-inch pie pan.Preheat oven to 400 degrees.Make filling: Drain peaches, reserving 1 / 2 cup syrup. In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarchand salt; stir in the syrup. Cook and stir until thick and clear. Add butter and lemon juice, thenpeaches. Pour into crust.Roll out remaining pastry. Cut out shapes in the upper crust with a small cutter. Rolling pin to roll the crust inand unroll over cake. Seal and crimp edges.Bake in 400 degree oven for 40 to 45 minutes. Plan to eat warm. This cake took literally hours -like five - to cool.Mouth-Watering Fair Recipes

COUNTY FAIR Pancakes

1 qt. med. sour buttermilk3 eggs1 tsp. salt1 tbsp. sugar4 tbsp. melted fat1 tsp. baking powder and 1 tsp. soda sifted with enough flour to make dough mediumBeat eggs separately and fold in the last whiteMouth-Watering Fair Recipes

COUNTY FAIR ICE CREAM

2 c. sugar6 tbsp. flour1 tsp. salt5 c. milk6 eggs4 c. Half and Half3 tbsp. vanilla extractAbout 20 lbs. ice2 to 3 c. rock saltIn a large saucepan combine sugar, flour and salt. In a medium bowl beat milk and eggs. Add tosugar mixture and mix. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens and coatsspoon, about 30 minutes. Cover and refrigerate until cold about 2 hours.Pour mixture, Half and Half and vanilla into 4 to 6 quart ice cream freezer can. Add Dasher, closeand place in freezer bucket. Half fill a bucket with ice, sprinkle with salt. Alternate layers of ice andsalt to about 1 inch below can lid.Turn the crank and freeze until stiff. It will take 35-45 minutes. Ice cream will be soft. Remove Dasher,under the pack ice cream and let it harden. Make 3 liters.

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Fajitas-on-a-Stick

1 1/4 lb. boneless beef top sirloin steak, cut 1 inch thick

1/3 C. prepared Italian dressing

3 T. fresh lime juice

2 medium green or red bell peppers, each cut lengthwise into quarters

2 medium onions, each cut crosswise into 1/2 -inch slices

Salt

8 medium flour tortillas, warmed

Prepared salsa

8 9-inch bamboo skewers

Soak eight 9-inch bamboo skewers in enough water to cover for 10 minutes; drain. Trim fat from

beef steak. Cut steak crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick strips. Thread an equal amount of beef,

weaving back and forth, onto each skewer.

In small bowl, combine dressing and lime juice, mixing well; brush onto beef, peppers, and

onions. Place vegetables on grid over medium, ash-covered coals; grill peppers, uncovered, 12 to

15 minutes and onions 15 to 20 minutes or until tender, turning both once.

Approximately 10 minutes before vegetables are done, move vegetables to outer edge of grid.

Place beef in center of grid; grill 8 to 10 minutes for medium-rare to medium doneness, turning

once.

Season beef with salt, as desired; remove beef from skewers. Serve beef and vegetables in

tortillas with salsa.

French Fries

4 or 5 large Russet baking potatoes, 10 to 12 ounces each, about 5 inches long and 2 to 2 02:01
cm diameter
2 1 / 2 liters of fresh cooking oil
Salt
Wash and peel the potatoes, cut into even squares and cut them lengthwise into slices 3/8-inch
wide and swish to remove them in a bowl with cold water surface starch.
To prevent discoloration, drain just before cooking, then dry thoroughly on paper towels.
(May be prepared up to this point several hours in advance.)
The first fry: Get set with a bed of paper towels on a tray. Take the Heat oil to 325 ° F.
to 2 handfuls of potato strips (about the equivalent of 1 1 / 2 potatoes) and scatter them in
the basket. Lower carefully into the hot fat, averting your face to avoid bubbling oil. Fry,
Turn the potatoes often soft for 4-5 minutes, or until the potatoes are, but not by

browned. Lift the basket, let it drain briefly, then spread the potatoes on paper towels and Let rest and continue roasting for 10 minutes or refrigerate up to 2 to 3 hours. Second and final frying: Just before serving, heat the frying oil to 375 to 400 ° F. Fry the cooked Potatoes by the handful, as described above apply, often only one or two minutes, until golden brown brown. Drain on paper towels, salt lightly, turn the potatoes into a serving basket and continue Fry the rest of. Serve as soon as possible. Makes 6 servings.

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