Andouille Sausage

1−1/2 Yards large sausage casing, approximately (about 2−3 inches wide)

4 Pound Lean fresh pork

2 Pound Pork fat

3 1/3 Tablespoon Finely minced garlic

2 Tablespoon Salt

1/2 Teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

1/8 Teaspoon Cayenne

1/8 Teaspoon Chili powder

1/8 Teaspoon Mace

1/8 Teaspoon Allspice

1/2 Teaspoon Dried thyme

1 Tablespoon Paprika

1/4 Teaspoon Ground bay leaf

1/4 Teaspoon Sage

5 Teaspoon Colgin's liquid hickory smoke

1. Soak the casing about an hour in cold water to soften it and to loosen the salt in which it is packed.
2. Cut into 3 yard lengths, then place the narrow end of the sausage stuffer in one end of the casing.
3. Place the wide end of the stuffer up against the sink faucet and run cold water through the inside
4. of the casing to remove any salt. (Roll up the casing you do not intend to use; put about 2 inches of coarse
5. salt in a large jar, place the rolled up casing on it, then fill the rest of the jar with salt. Close tightly and refrigerate for later use.)
6. Cut the meat and fat into chunks about 1/2 inch across and pass once through the coarse blade of the meat grinder.
7. Combine the pork with the remaining ingredients in a large bowl and mix well with a wooden spoon.
8. Cut the casings into 26 inch lengths and stuff as follows: Tie a knot in each pieceof casing about 2 inches from one end.
9. Fit the open end over the tip of the sausage stuffer and slide it to about 1 inch from the wide end.
10. Push the rest of the casing onto the stuffer until the top touches the knot. (The casing will look like accordian folds on the stuffer.)
11. Fit the stuffer onto the meat grinder as directed on the instructions that come with the machine, or hold the wide end of the stuffer against or over the opeoning by hand.
12. Fill the hopper with stuffing. Turn the machine on if it is electric and feed the stuffing gradually into the hopper; for a manual machine, push the stuffing through with a wooden pestle.

The sausage casing... Sorry, missing paragraph...

Almond Joy Bars

Ingredients (26 servings)
4 c (8 1/2−oz) shredded coconut
1/4 c Light corn syrup
1 pk (11 1/2−oz) milk chocolate pieces
1/4 c Vegetable shortening
26 Whole natural almonds (1−oz)

Line two large cookie sheets with waxed paper. Set large wire cooling rack
on paper; set aside.
Place coconut in large bowl; set aside.
Place corn syrup in a 1−cup glass measure. Microwave on high (100%) 1 minute
or until syrup boils. Immediately pour over coconut. Work warm syrup into
coconut using the back of a wooden spoon until coconut is thoroughly coated.
This takes a little time, and yes, there is enough syrup.
Using 1 level measuring tablespoon of coconut, shape into a ball by
squeezing coconut firmly in palm of one hand, then rolling between both
palms. (HINT: Measure out all of the coconut then roll into balls.) Place 2
inches apart on wire racks. Let dry 10 minutes. Reroll coconut balls so
there are no loose ends of coconut sticking up.
Place milk chocolate and shortening in a 4−cup glass measure or 1 1/2 quart
microwave−safe bowl. Microwave on high 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture can
be stirred smooth and is glossy; stirring once or twice.
Working quickly, spoon 1 level measuring tablespoon of the chocolate
over each coconut ball, making sure chocolate coats and letting excess
chocolate drip down onto waxed paper. While chocolate coating is still soft,
lightly press whole almond on top of each. Let stand to set or place
in refrigerator. Store in a single layer in airtight container.
Keeps best if refrigerated. Makes 26.

Almond Bark

1 Cup Whole blanched almonds
1 Tsp. Butter
1 Lb. White chocolate

This is a mircowave recipe. Place almonds and butter in a 9−inch glass pie
plate. Cook on high (max. power) 4 to 5 1/2 minutes, or until almonds are
toasted, stirring twice during cooking. Set aside. Place chocolate in large
microwave proof mixing bowl and cook on high (max. power) 2 1/2 to 3
minutes, or until softened. Stir in almonds and pour onto waxed paper lined
baking sheet. Spread to desired thickness and refrigerate until set. Break
into serving size peices. Makes (approx.) 1 1/2 lbs.

A1 Steak Sauce

1/2 Cup Orange Juice

1/2 Cup Raisins

1/4 Cup Soy Sauce

1/4 Cup White Vinegar
2 Tbsp Dijon mustard

1 Tbsp Bottled Grated Orange Peel

2 Tbsp Heinz Ketchup

2 Tbsp Heinz Chili Sauce


1. Bring to a boil for 2 minutes stirring.

2. Remove from heat. Allow to cool to lukewarm.

3. Put mixture in a blender till it is pureed. Pour in bottle.

4. Cap tightly and refrigerate to use within 90 days.

A&W Onion Rings

1 cup McCormick Golden Dipt Tempura batter mix
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup beer
1 extra large white onion, sliced 3/8" thick
6 cups vegetable oil in your deep fryer

Preheat the deep fryer to 375F
Combine the tempura mix with the spices and liquid to make a
batter using a fork. There will be some small lumps; don't worry
about those.
Slice the onion, and separate all of the rings.
Dip the individual rings in the batter, and drop into the
preheated oil. Deep fry 3−5 minutes until golden brown. Remove
to a paper towel lined plate, salt lightly, and serve hot.

A&W Chile Dogs

1 Sabrett brand 2 ounce beef frankfurter (7½" long)
1 regular hot dog roll
3 Tablespoons A&W Coney Island Sauce (see recipe below)
1 Tablespoon chopped white onion
1/2 Tablespoon Kraft shredded mild cheddar cheese (optional)
A&W Coney Island Chili Dog Sauce
1 pound ground chuck
1 six ounce can Hunts tomato paste
1 Cup water
1 Tablespoon sugar
1 Tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
1 Tablespoon dried, minced onion
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (heaping)
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Making the Chili Dog Sauce:
1. In a 2 qt. saucepan, brown the ground chuck, breaking into very small
pieces. Salt and pepper lightly while cooking. Do not drain the fat.
2. Add the remaining ingredients. Simmer, uncovered, 30−45 minutes until it
thickens. Stir occasionally.
3. Allow to cool, cover, and refrigerate until "Dog−Time". You'll be
microwaving what you need later.

Cooking your A&W Chili Dog
1. Bring a 2 qt. saucepan of water to a rolling boil.
2. Remove the saucepan from the heat, and add the desired number of
frankfurters to the water. Cover and let sit about 10 minutes.
3. After the franks are done, microwave the chili dog sauce until steaming.
(Only microwave what you need, save the rest) Then microwave each hot dog
roll 10 seconds....just enough to warm.

3 Musketeers Bars

3 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup light corn syrup
3/4 cup water
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 egg whites
1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 bags milk chocolate chips (12−ounce bags)

In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar,
corn syrup, water, and salt. Heat, stirring, to boiling, then continue
to cook using a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature.
Beat the egg whites until they are stiff and form peaks. Don't use a
plastic bowl for this. When the sugar solution comes to 270 degrees F,
or the soft−crack stage, remove from the heat and pour the mixture in
thin streams into the egg whites, blending completely with a mixer set
on low speed. Continue to mix until the candy begins to harden to the
consistency of dough. This may take as long as 20 minutes. At this point
add the semisweet chocolate chips. Remember that the candy must
already be at the consistency of dough when you add the chocolate;
the nougat will thicken no more after the chocolate is added.
When the chocolate is thoroughly blended and the nougat has thickened,
Press it into a greased 9x9−inch pan. Refrigerate until firm, about 30
minutes. With a sharp knife, cut the candy in half down the middle of
the pan. Then cut across into 7 segments to create a total of 14 bars.
Melt the milk chocolate chips in the microwave for 2 minutes on half
power, stirring halfway through the heating time. Melt completely, but
be careful not to overheat. Resting a bar on a fork dip each bar into
the chocolate to coat completely and place on wax paper.
Cool until firm at room temperature, 1 to 2 hours. Makes 14 candy bars.

101st Airborne Beer Cheese Soup

1 large can chicken broth
1 medium jar cheese whiz
1 can stale beer
cayenne pepper to taste

Heat broth to boiling, reduce heat, add cheese whiz, stir till melted, add
beer and reheat, but do not boil. Top with bacon bits and green onions

McDonald's Sweet and Sour Sauce

1/4 cup peach preserves
1/4 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
5 teaspoons white vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons corn starch
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons water

1. Combine all ingredients except the water in a food processor or a
blender and puree until the mixture is smooth.
2. Pour mixture into a small saucepan over medium heat. Add water, stir,
and bring mixture to a boil. Allow it to boil for five minutes,
stirring often. When the sauce has thickened, remove it from the heat
and let it cool. Store sauce in a covered container in the refrigerator.
Makes about 3/4 cup.

McDonald's Shakes

2 cups ice cream (your choice of flavor)
1 1/2 cups low−fat milk
3 Tablspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon pectin

Combine all ingredients in blender. Makes 2 servings.

McDonald's Hot Mustard Sauce

1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 Tablespoons French's prepared mustard
2 Tablespoons Heinz 57 sauce
1/4 Cup Mayonaise
1/4 Cup Sour cream

Mix all, cover and refrigerate to use within 30 days.

McDonald's Honey Mustard Sauce

1/4 Cup Honey
2 Tbls. Prepared mustard.

Mix. Makes 1/3 cup sauce. Refrigerate covered. Use within 1 month.

McDonald's Filet−O−Fish Sandwich

2 Tbls. Mayonnaise
2 teas. Sweet relish
2 teas. Minced onion
2 hamburger buns
2 square breaded frozen fish portions
2 slices American cheese

Mix together the mayonnaise, relish, minced onion in a small
bowl. This will be the tartar sauce.

Lightly toast the hamburger buns.

Cook the fish by either baking or frying in oil according
to the package instructions.

Divide the tartar sauce and spread it evenly on each of the
top buns, and place a slice of cheese on each of the bottom buns.
Place the cooked fish on top of the cheese slice on each sandwich,
and top off the sandwiches with the top buns.

McDonald's Hotcakes

2/3 cup 7−Up
1 egg
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon oil
1−1/2 cups Bisquick baking mix

Put all ingredients into blender on high speed for a few seconds until
smooth. Let stand 10 minutes befor using 1/4 cup batter for each pancake on
hot, oiled griddle, browning each side.