Recipes by redkathy

Quick Chocolate Pumpkin Cake by redkathy

This is a very light, moist, and delicious easy to prepare cake. Great as a snack cake with the powdered sugar topping. Need a crowd pleasing dessert cake? Top this with cream cheese frosting and you'll be all set.

ONE PAN COCOA APPLESAUCE CAKE by redkathy

Chocolate Trail Mix Peanut Butter Bars by redkathy

This is another one of those quick desserts that uses a boxed cake mix as a base.The original recipe, Buckeye Bars, called for peanuts. I used what I had on hand - Planters seed, nut, and raisin mix.The creamy peanut butter center wrapped in a nutty, crunchy outer layer is a perfect contrast.

Pineapple & Stone Fruit Salad by redkathy

Similar to an Ambrosia salad, this simple summer salad is made with a variety of stone fruits and pineapple. The addition of coconut oil and sunflower seeds adds texture and a nutty tropical flavor.

Ground Beef Burrito Bake by redkathy

Hubby says, What's for dinner, then spots the ground beef thawing. Again, what are making??? What can I say, it was 93% lean and priced right. In an effort to keep the household harmony flowing, I went to searching. Mind you I have to find a dish that's new and low carb too. A very tall task for me; pasta, rice, bread... I love…

Cheater Chocolate Cinnamon Banana Cake by redkathy

By some bakers standards, using a boxed cake mix qualifies as cheating. Others might say the cake is not truly homemade. Of course, the baking cheater label suits me just fine. Besides, pleasing my family is worth more than gold or a paycheck one of those pro-bakers could produce. This cake was without doubt a hit!Adapted from Betty…

Impossible Coconut Custard Pie by redkathy

Coconut Custard pie: A creamy egg custard and coconut rich pie. This nostalgic pie tops the comfort dessert list. Bisquick Impossible Coconut Custard Pie provides a fast and easy way to whip up an old-fashioned Coconut Custard Pie without the fuss.My brother requested I make a coconut custard pie when he came to town. I ALWAYS cook…

Scalloped Corn and Broccoli by redkathy

I always disliked creamed corn. My father loved it; therefore mom served often, or several times a month at least. My hubby, he loathes cream corn. I never served it or even bought it until I ran across a really interesting corn bread recipe, calling for the despised corn. That corn bread never materialized... You know about hubby and…

Eggs Rolls and Chicken Stir Fry by redkathy

Decided it was time to treat the family to a homemade Chinese American dinner, Redkathy style. You know what that means; quick and easy with what ever is on hand goes into the dish. I decided on sweet and spicy chicken stir fry, rice noodles, and egg rolls, which are hubby’s favorite Chinese food. I have to admit I did make a store…

Black Friday - Turkey and Stuffing Casserole by redkathy

Green Giant Steamers add a fresh vegetable flavor and feelto this traditional casserole. Moreover, the meal is perfect forleftover turkey, easy to prepare, and ideal for Black Friday. A healthy portion of vegetables while offering a fast and hearty meal alternativefor a busy, dog-tired day truly is perfect.“Green Giant® vegetables are…