Posts by Madeline Backes
Beef Stew with Asian Dumplings
Savory Meatloaf
Beef Ragout New Orleans Style
My Aunts’ Cosmopolitan
Since I always have someone else around when I make these drinks, and who wouldn’t want to drink a Cosmo, this is the doubled recipe. My Aunt Trish told the story that she, Madeline and Aunt Mishelle had gotten together one night and were making Cosmopolitans from Madeline’s basic recipe. They wanted changes and so…
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Easy Baked Beans
These easy baked beans come together quickly. This recipe can be made with almost any white bean but navy beans work best, since they hold up better during baking. I’ve made adjustments to Madeline’s original handwritten recipe and this has now become a family favorite. If you don’t have a Dutch oven, you can cook…
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Twice Baked Potatoes
I’ve updated Madeline’s 1979 recipe for Stuffed Potatoes Gratine from Gourmet magazine (featured below). My family loved these, and they make a great side dish for many dinners or could be served as an appetizer.
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Citrus Jello Salad
Madeline’s Potato Salad
Ramons Caesar Salad
