Lefse (Scandanavian Bread)

Contributor:  Miriam RobertsCC Original 2 cups mashed potatoes3 T shortening2 T evaporated milk or cream1/4 – 1/2 tsp salt Mix together well.  Add about 4 cups flour, just enough to make a soft dough.  Pinch off pieces about 2″ in diameter.  Roll out paper thin …

Oatmeal Molasses Raisin Bread

Contributor:  Wilma AndersonCC Original 3 cups oatmeal2 tsp salt2 T shortening1 cup raisins1 quart boiling water1/2 cup mild molasses2 envelopes yeast1/2 cup lukewarm water6-7 cups flour In large mixing bowl, combine oats, salt, shortening, raisins and boiling water.  Add molasses and beat well.  Let cool.  …

Taco Shells

Contributor:  Ann BridgesCC Original 3-4 cups flour1 tsp salt1 T baking powder1/4 – 1/2 cup shorteningwarm water Combine dry ingredients, cut in shortening.  Add warm water, a little at a time until all ingredients are moist.  Knead lightly.  Divide dough into 6-8 pieces.  Roll each …

Zucchini Squash Bread

Contributor:  Peggy RasmussenCC Original Beat 3 eggs until light and foamy.  Add: 1 cup oil2 cups grated zucchini (peel too)3 tsp vanilla2 cups guar Mix lightly but well.  Add: 3 cups flour1 tsp soda1/4 tsp baking powder1 tsp salt2 tsp cinnamon Mix until blended.  Add …

Bread Sticks

Contributor:  Ann BridgesCC Original 2 1/4 cups flour3 1/2 tsp baking powder1 cup milk1 T sugar1 1/2 tsp salt Mix dry ingredients and add milk.  Knead lightly.  Roll out 1/2″ thick.  Cut into 1″ wide strips.  Place in pan in which 1/2 cup butter has …

Cranberry Nut Bread

Contributor:  Genevieve MannCC Original 1 cup sliced cranberries5 cups flour1 cup sugar1 tsp salt1 1/2 tsp soda4 T shortening1 egg1 cup walnuts3/4 cup orange juice Mix dry ingredients.  Add juice, egg and shortening.  Stir in nuts and cranberries.  Bake in loaf pan 55-60 minutes at …

Whole Wheat Bread

Contributor:  Mildred SneldersCC Original “This is my sister Carma’s recipe, and it makes some of the best bread I’ve ever tasted.” 8 cups whole wheat flour1 cups white flour2 quarts potato water1/2 cup honey5 T molasses1 cup oil3 T salt4 T yeast Mix everything but …

Banana Bread

Contributor:  Shelley JonesCC Original 1/2 cup melted shortening1 cup sugar2 eggs1 cup mashed ripe bananas1 tsp lemon juice2 cups flour3 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp salt Mix shortening, sugar and eggs until creamy.  Add bananas, lemon juice, baking powder and salt.  Stir in flour.  Add 1 …

Cake-Like Cornbread

Contributor Miriam RobertsCC Original 1 cup flour1 cup cornmeal2/3 cup sugar1/4 tsp salt1 T baking powder1/2 tsp soda1/2 cup shortening1 cup buttermilk2 eggs Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Grease 8″ square pan.  Sift dry ingredients together, add shortening, half of buttermilk and one egg.  Beat …

Whole Wheat Banana Bread

Contributor Wilma AndersonCC Original “This recipe came from Opal Harston, but she doesn’t remember ever having it.  It’s good anyway!” Cream together and beat well: 3/4 cup butter4 cups packed brown sugar Add:6 large  bananas6 eggs3/4 tsp salt1 tsp vanilla Dissolve 2 tsp soda in …