In this video, Betty shows an update of the herb garden. You will see that most of the herbs, tomato plants, and pepper plants are doing well. I picked five fresh herbs to make a lovely Herb Mayonnaise, which is below: Ingredients (Note: You may use dried herbs in place of the fresh herbs??”just use 1/3 as much): 1 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon finely choppe…
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make Hearty Soup Can Pasta. This is a recipe that I made up to fill requests for recipes that are quick and easy, no-fail, no expertise required, economical, quick clean-up, and, most of all??”tasty! Ingredients: 6 oz. bow-tie pasta (or any pasta you like) ½ teaspoon salt (optional) 10 ¾-oz. can condensed tomato soup 10 ¾-oz. can condensed cheddar cheese…
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make her Sensational Sesame Chicken. Chicken tenders are marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, green onions, and garlic. Then, sesame seeds are mixed with the drained chicken, and it is broiled to tender perfection! Ingredients: 1 to 2 pounds of uncooked chicken tenders ½ cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 teaspoon ground ginger 3…
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make Tasty Tarragon Fettucini. The fettucini pasta is cooked in chicken broth that has been flavored with butter and tarragon. This is a delicious side dish! Ingredients: (2) 14.5-oz. cans chicken broth 8 oz. uncooked fettucini pasta 1 tablespoon butter (optional) 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, finely chopped (If you are using dried tarragon, use only 1/3 as…
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make Homemade Russian Salad Dressing. There will be a terrific salad to go with it tomorrow!!! I have used this recipe for Russian salad dressing for 40 years, and it is just the best??”much tastier than bottled salad dressings! Ingredients: ¼ cup sugar 3 tablespoons water 1 ½ teaspoons celery seed ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon paprika 2 ½ tablespoons lem…
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make Oven-Baked Parmesan Potatoes. If you are tired of repeating the same kind of potatoes with your meals, this is a different look and taste for potatoes that you will like! Ingredients: 3 large baking potatoes (I used Russet potatoes.) ¼ cup butter, melted 1 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese ½ cup chopped green bell pepper 1/3 cup chopped onion ½ te…
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In this video, Betty demonstrates her original recipe for Betty’s Own Potato Soup. It is tasty, but imbued with subtle flavors of minced onion, carrot, and parsley. A hearty soup, but incredibly quick and easy! Ingredients: 3 large potatoes (peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes) 1 medium carrot (peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes) 1 medium to large onion (finely diced with an electric kitchen choppe…
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make Company Coleslaw. This version of coleslaw is quick and easy, but it gives dramatic results. You may use fresh shredded cabbage (or pre-packaged), add some mayonnaise, crushed pineapple, and marshmallows, and you have a delicious coleslaw worthy of serving to company! Ingredients: 4 cups shredded cabbage (I used pre-packaged shredded cabbage that had s…
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make her Tasty Mexican Tostadas. These are crisp tortilla shells, topped with refried beans, a spicy Mexican-style sauce, shredded Cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, and chopped tomatoes. It is a great party food??”you might want to consider serving it at a game day party! It is also an appealing and hearty meal, but it is easily put together and easily serv…
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In this video, Betty makes her one-and-only favorite 40-year-old pecan pie recipe. I think you’re going to *love* this one! Ingredients: 9-inch unbaked pie crust 1 cup dark corn syrup 3/4 cup sugar (In my demonstration, I said 1 cup sugar, but 3/4 cup sugar is better.) 2 tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1/2 cup evaporated milk 1 cup pecan halves 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Heat the oven to…
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