Macaroni Salad

3 John 4  I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.
8 oz. macaroni – cooked and drained (shells or elbow shapes)
1/2 C. onion – chopped fine
1/4 C. radishes – chopped fine
1/2 C. Celery – chopped fine
1/4 C. green onion – chopped fine (sweet onion can be substituted)
Mix [...]

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Garden Cole Slaw

Psalm 126 3  The Lord has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.
This is a great variation on the traditional cole slaw recipes. Also a great use of the fresh summer vegetables.
1 small head of cabbage – chopped or shredded (the pre-packaged bags available in the grocery are also great time savers, [...]

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Egg Salad or Deviled Eggs

Psalm 139:13  You, LORD created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.
6 hard boiled eggs (Place eggs in enough water to cover.  Cook over medium heat until the eggs begin to boil.  Boil “one minute”.  Turn the heat off and cover.  Allow to remain in the hot water for 12 minutes.  [...]

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Chicken Salad

1 Samuel  1:27   I prayed for this child, and the LORD has granted me what I asked of him.
2 cups cooked chicken – diced (leftover baked or fried is great)
1/4 C. celery – chopped
1/4 C. walnuts or pecans – chopped (optional)*
1/4 C. mayonnaise or salad dressing
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 C.  blue cheese dressing or [...]

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Go

Today our pastor reminded all of us that our main purpose on this earth is to “GO”!!!  To GO outside of our comfort zones, outside of our homes, outside of our friends, outside of our colleagues and INTO the world.  To GO where there are unsaved people.  To GO where there is need of comfort and [...]

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Salmon Cakes

John 14:1 Jesus said, “Do not let your hearts be troubled.  Trust in God; trust also in me.”
1 can salmon
1 slice bread – crumbled
6 saltine crackers – crushed
1 egg
2 T. flour
salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying
Crumble the can of salmon. ( you can remove the skin if you wish, but I leave it in) [...]

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Sloppy Joe’s

Hebrews 13:8  Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
1 lb. lean ground beef – browned (drain excess fat)
1/2 C. finely chopped onion
1/2 C. finely chopped celery
1/2 C. finely chopped green pepper
1 8oz. can tomato paste
2 T. Worcestershire sauce
1 T. sugar
1 C. chopped tomatoes (fresh or canned)
salt and pepper to taste
Brown beef, drain [...]

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Pot Pie

Romans 8:28   We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
3 cups of cooked turkey ,  chicken  or beef
2 cans mixed vegetables – drained
2 cans cream soup – celery, chicken or mushroom
Pie crust for double pie or prepared pie crusts
Line [...]

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Pork Chops and Potatoes

Psalm 10: 25, 27  The righteous stand firm forever……The fear of the Lord adds length to life …….
6 Pork chops
6 medium potatoes – sliced
1/2 onion – chopped
2 T. flour
1 1/2 cups milk
salt and pepper
Brown pork chops in small amount of oil.  Do not cook until done, just brown.  Alternate layers of potatoes and onions in [...]

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Moo Burgers

Psalm 33:11  The plans of the Lord stand firm forever, the purposes of his heart through all generations.
1 1/2 cups ground beef
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cups Worchestershire sauce
1 T. instant onion flakes or 1/4 cup chopped onions
1 1/2 cups crushed cornflakes or cracker crumbs
salt and pepper to taste
Mix all ingredients together.  Shape into patties.  Cook [...]

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