Thursday, May 10, 2007

Chicken Salad


2 large chicken breasts, baked (shredded in small pieces)

2 large hard boiled eggs (chopped up fine)

1/2 to 3/4 cup mayonnaise

1/4 tsp. Watkins Chicken Seasoning

1/8 tsp. Watkins Onion Powder

3 shakes Watkins Celery Seed

2 shakes Watkins Deli Seasoning

5 shakes Watkins Omelet & Souffle Seasoning

celery pieces, optional

chopped apple optional



Mix all spices and seasonings with mayonnaise. Add chicken and eggs. Sprinkle top with Chicken Seasoning or Watkins Paprika.


Serve on sandwich bread , tortilla or lettuce leaf.


Keep refrigerated

Tuesday, May 8, 2007

Savory Glazed Meatballs


Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup fine dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup minced onion
1/4 cup milk
2 eggs, beaten
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp Watkins pepper
1/4 cup Vegetable Oil

1 (12 ounce) jar Concord Grape Jelly
1 (12 ounce) bottle chili sauce



Directions:

1. COMBINE first eight ingredients, mixing well; shape into 36 one-inch meatballs.

2. COOK in oil over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until browned. Drain on paper towels.

3. COMBINE grape jelly and chili sauce in a large skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring until well combined, about 3 minutes.

4. PLACE cooked or thawed meatballs in a single layer in skillet coating each meatball evenly with sauce. Cover; simmer 10 minutes stirring occasionally, until sauce is bubbly and meatballs are heated through.

5. TRANSFER glazed meatballs to a chafing dish or slow cooker. Serve with frilly toothpicks. Makes about 32 appetizers

Saturday, May 5, 2007

Southwestern Pork Ribs



Ingredients:
3 1/2 lbs pork back ribs, cut into 2-to 3 rib portions
1/4 cup Watkins Mesquite Barbeque Sauce Concentrate
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
Water to cover
2/3 cup apple jelly
1/2 cup Watkins Mesquite Barbeque Sauce Concentrate
1/2 cup ketchup
3/4 tsp Watkins Cumin
1/2 tsp Watkins Garlic Granules
1/4 tsp Watkins Cinnamon
1/8 tsp Watkins Cayenne (Red) Pepper

Cooking Instructions

In a large saucepan, combine the first 4 ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered for 45 to 60 minutes or until the ribs are tender. Meanwhile, prepare sauce by combining all remaining ingredients in a medium saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until bubbly. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and cool until ribs are done. Grill ribs over medium coals for 15 to 20 minutes or until done, turning and brushing often with sauce. Makes 6 servings.

Wednesday, May 2, 2007

Watkins Steak Sauce in not for steak alone



Watkins puts its expertise to work in formulating a steak sauce that blows away the competition! The perfect accompaniment to steak, but that’s not all!


Watkins Steak Sauce is versatile.


Adds tangy flavor and depth to:
Pork Chops Hamburgers
Roasts Chicken
French Fries Soups
Stews Seafood
Stir Frys Baked Potatoes




Since it's picnic time, you might want to try this delicious chicken recipe..



Buttermilk Fried Chicken


3 cups all-purpose flour

1 tbsp Watkins Seasoning Salt

1 tbsp Watkins Garlic Granules

1 tbsp Watkins Onion Granules

1 tbsp Watkins Black Pepper

2 eggs

4 cups buttermilk

1/3 cup Watkins Original Barbecue Sauce Concentrate

3 tbsp Watkins Steak Sauce

1 tbsp Watkins Spicy Garlic Soy Sauce

1 whole chicken, cut into pieces (or 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves)

2 cups Watkins Original Grapeseed Oil


In a large, shallow dish, combine flour and next four (dry) ingredients. In a separate bowl, beat eggs; whisk in buttermilk and next three (wet) ingredients. Dredge chicken in wet mixture, then in seasoned flour, repeating at least once. Heat oil in large, deep-sided skillet to 375°F/190°C. Fry chicken in hot oil until golden brown on both sides, about 10 minutes per side.


Menu:

Fried Chicken

Potato Salad

Veggie Pasta Salad

Pickles

Pecan Tarts

Pound Cake

Tuesday, May 1, 2007

Grape Salad

Here is a recipe that my cousin-in-law, Carolyn sent to me. It's from her Aunt Anne.
Great for cookouts and family get togethers...


Approx. 1 1/2 lbs. of green seedless grapes (washed and dried)
Approx. 1 1/2 lbs. of red seedless grapes (washed and dried)
1 package of cream cheese (8 oz.)
8 oz. of sour cream
1/2 cup of sugar or Splenda
2 teaspoons of Watkins Vanilla flavoring



Topping Ingredients

1 cup brown sugar packed, to taste

1 cup crushed pecans, to taste



Let cream cheese soften at room temperature. When soft mixt with sour cream, sugar/splenda and vanilla flavoring. Add grapes and mix. Chill in refrigerator until ready to serve.