Cece Stevens - Ceces Recipe Jar

CECE'S RECIPE JARCopyright 1998 Cece StevensAll rights reserved, no part of this book may be reproducedor used in any form without the publishers consent.CECE'S RECIPE JAR ISBN 0-934269-19-XCopyright Cece StevensASTROLOGYOTHER BOOKS BY THE AUTHORhttp://www.sedonavisions.comAstro Magi Cards of Fate ISBN 0-934269-02-5Ephemeris of Quaoar ISBN 0-934269-25-4The Gathering ISBN 0-934269-Solar and Lunar Returns ISBN 0-934269-22-XMy Honey went to Wallstreetand all I got was this dollar ISBN 0-934269-23-8Printed in the United StatesPublished byRAVEN HAWK PUBLISHING3311 S whistler DrTucson Arizona 857301st printing. Copywrite ofRAVEN HAWK PUBLISHING3311 S WHISTLER DRIVETUCSON AZ 85730(520) 745-8810Cecest@aol.comIntroduction: I sure hope you enjoy making these "Jar Gifts" as much as I do! It's nice keep several extras on hand for when an unexpected gift-giving occasion arises. I've used them when I've forgotten a friends birthday, when a new family moves into the neighborhood, teacher gifts, and when I want to say "thank you" for a small favor. I also like to decorate the lids with fabric to match my kitchen, because they look so pretty sitting on my shelf. You may notice I mention Crisco several times when a recipe calls for shortening. At other times I suggest another brand.

I do so, because I have tried many brands, and I like to state, which gives me the best results. Of course, you're welcome to use any brand you wish. Tips: When making the jar mixes as a give, it's nice to put the lid on the jar and tie a pretty ribbon or some raffia around the lid. You should add a personalized label with the title and instructions for finishing the recipe. As an added touch, I like to tie a wooden spoon to the jar, too. Another nice way to present them as a gift is with a fabric lid cover.

Here are the instructions for making those: Mason Jar Fabric Lid Covers Materials Needed: Fabric Scraps - 7" circle for wide mouth jars, 6" circle for narrow mouth jars Cotton Fill (optional) Narrow lace scraps (optional) 1/4" or narrower elastic - 11" for wide mouth jars, 9" for narrow mouth jars Thread Directions: Determine your jar size and cut the appropriate circles. Trim the edges of the circle as desired. Here are some of the ways I like doing it: Use pinking shears to trim the edges of the circle. Zig zag the edge of the circle and apply narrow lace or trim to the edges. If you have a machine serger, use the rolled hem feature to finish the edges. Leave the top plain or be creative.

There are some very pretty prints you can use that need no decoration but if you use a plain color fabric, small appliqus or embroidery can be added to the center of the circle to really personalize the gift. Fold the elastic in quarters and mark the fold lines. Fold the fabric circle in quarters and mark the fold lines. Match the elastic and fabric fold lines and pin into place, attaching the elastic 2" from the finished edge and stretching the elastic as you sew it. Place a small amount of Poly Fill stuffing under the fabric before attaching to "puff" the top if you wish. ContentsLayered Soups in a Jar 5Cake Mixes in a Jar 13Cake and Bread baked in a Jar 19Cookies and Brownies 21Box Mixes 28Sauces 38Cece's Collection 40Smoothies 65Baby Food to Make 75Food Source List 86Food EquivalentsMolding Chocolate Candy 108Cooking for your pets 114 Note: This makes a great gift for holidays, a friend under the weather, or just to say thanks! And it tastes great too! Decorate the jar with a fabric lid and/or a bow tied around the neck. ContentsLayered Soups in a Jar 5Cake Mixes in a Jar 13Cake and Bread baked in a Jar 19Cookies and Brownies 21Box Mixes 28Sauces 38Cece's Collection 40Smoothies 65Baby Food to Make 75Food Source List 86Food EquivalentsMolding Chocolate Candy 108Cooking for your pets 114 Note: This makes a great gift for holidays, a friend under the weather, or just to say thanks! And it tastes great too! Decorate the jar with a fabric lid and/or a bow tied around the neck.

Be sure to attach the cooking instructions to the jar. Holiday Bean Soup Mix 1 pound each of dried black beans, red beans, kidney beans., navy beans, great northern beans, baby lima beans, large lima beans, pinto beans, green split peas, yellow split peas, black-eyed peas, green lentils, brown lentils Combine beans in a very large bowl. Pour two cups of bean mix into 16 ounce canning jars. Each jar holds two cups of the bean mix. You could also layer the beans in the jar for prettier effect. Just put a layer of each of the beans in until you fill it to the top.

When giving as a gift, attach the following directions and seasonings to the jar: In a separate zip lock bag add the following spices that are listed: 3 Tablespoons dried Onions, 1 Tablespoon dried Garlic, 1 Bay leaf, 2 Tablespoons dried Parsley, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoons pepper, 1 teaspoon chili pepper 1 teaspoon cumin seed. Now only liquid ingredients need to be added. Instructions: Holiday Bean Soup 1 smoked ham hock 2 cans ( 14.5 oz each ) stewed tomatoes 1 medium onion chopped 1 clove garlic minced 1 bay leaf 6 cups water 1/4 cup fresh parsley 1 Tbs. red wine vinegar (Nice leftover red burgundy wine works wonderful here.) 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon cumin seed 1 jar bean mix Cover the beans with water and soak overnight. *Drain beans and place in a large Dutch oven or stockpot. **Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, cover and simmer 1 hour, or until beans are tender. **Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, cover and simmer 1 hour, or until beans are tender.

Add the remaining ingredients, (the vinegar, salt, chili powder and cumin seed), and simmer another 15 minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving. Serve warm. Makes 11 cups of soup. * I normally use the soaked liquid as this adds to the flavor of the soup. ** I bring to a boil and then reduce to low and simmer slow for 4 hours.

More flavorful.