Comments on: Creamed Onions and Orange Rolls http://segullah.org/cjane-speaks/creamed-onions-and-orange-rolls/ Mormon women blogging about the peculiar and the treasured Tue, 22 May 2012 23:05:38 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 By: Frank McGuinness http://segullah.org/cjane-speaks/creamed-onions-and-orange-rolls/#comment-744 Frank McGuinness Sun, 19 Nov 2006 23:41:37 +0000 http://segullah.org/blog/?p=59#comment-744 Was browsing for an alternative recipe for my creamed onions, and found this site. There are people who don't appreciate creamed onions, but frightening? Incredible. They are easy, flavorful, and compliment candied swwet potato perfectly. All the recipe calls for is a delicate white sauce sparingly flavored with a touch of cinnamon and an after dusting of freshly cut nutmeg. I don't use cheese, but it's optional anyhow. Use white pepper and a minimum of salt. There was mention of liquid smoke in a post above, and that might be the variation I'm looking for. Worthy a try, thanks. Peeling small onions can be annoying, but all food preparation is work. That can't be the reason they're unpopular. And of what earthly good is a relish tray? Was browsing for an alternative recipe for my creamed onions, and found this site. There are people who don’t appreciate creamed onions, but frightening? Incredible. They are easy, flavorful, and compliment candied swwet potato perfectly. All the recipe calls for is a delicate white sauce sparingly flavored with a touch of cinnamon and an after dusting of freshly cut nutmeg. I don’t use cheese, but it’s optional anyhow. Use white pepper and a minimum of salt. There was mention of liquid smoke in a post above, and that might be the variation I’m looking for. Worthy a try, thanks. Peeling small onions can be annoying, but all food preparation is work. That can’t be the reason they’re unpopular. And of what earthly good is a relish tray?

]]> By: Leisha http://segullah.org/cjane-speaks/creamed-onions-and-orange-rolls/#comment-732 Leisha Sat, 18 Nov 2006 17:12:01 +0000 http://segullah.org/blog/?p=59#comment-732 Yum, great post! Love all the recipes! We are southern-folk, and thereby have many passed-down southern recipes (on my husband's paternal side). I couldn't decide between posting the cornbread dressing recipe or the buttermilk pie...the pie won. Grandma M's Buttermilk Pie (it tastes like lemon custard) 1 cup sugar (divided into 3/4 cup and 1/4 cup) 1 1/4 cup buttermilk 1/4 cup FRESH lemon juice (substitutes won't cut it) 3 eggs, separated 1/4 cup plus 1 Tbsp. flour 1/8 tsp. salt 1 (10 inch) pie shell Beat egg whites with 1/4 cup sugar. Set aside. Beat yolks; add 1/4 cup buttermilk. Add flour and remaining sugar and beat well. Add rest of buttermilk and lemon juice; mix together. Add egg whites and blend a little. Bake at 350* for 50 minutes, until firm. It's super-easy, but having something light and tangy after a big Thanksgiving feast is so good! I always by-pass the pecan and pumpkin pies for this one! Yum, great post! Love all the recipes! We are southern-folk, and thereby have many passed-down southern recipes (on my husband’s paternal side). I couldn’t decide between posting the cornbread dressing recipe or the buttermilk pie…the pie won.

Grandma M’s Buttermilk Pie
(it tastes like lemon custard)

1 cup sugar (divided into 3/4 cup and 1/4 cup)
1 1/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup FRESH lemon juice (substitutes won’t cut it)
3 eggs, separated
1/4 cup plus 1 Tbsp. flour
1/8 tsp. salt
1 (10 inch) pie shell

Beat egg whites with 1/4 cup sugar. Set aside. Beat yolks; add 1/4 cup buttermilk. Add flour and remaining sugar and beat well. Add rest of buttermilk and lemon juice; mix together. Add egg whites and blend a little. Bake at 350* for 50 minutes, until firm. It’s super-easy, but having something light and tangy after a big Thanksgiving feast is so good! I always by-pass the pecan and pumpkin pies for this one!

]]> By: Lee http://segullah.org/cjane-speaks/creamed-onions-and-orange-rolls/#comment-717 Lee Thu, 16 Nov 2006 17:47:31 +0000 http://segullah.org/blog/?p=59#comment-717 Love this post! I have had a rocky relationship with my mom for a number of years (she didn't even come to my wedding), but it's getting better now that there is an adorable grandbaby in the mix. This year I was not only invited to her Thanksgiving dinner - for the first time in almost 10 years - but I was asked to bring... DESSERT! It seems like such a huge event: a chance to possibly redeem myself in my mother's eyes. I think I'll bring pecan pie (which I'll be practicing this weekend, since I've never made one before) and something with chocolate and peanut butter. We were never pumpkin eaters growing up, so I don't think the pumpkin cheesecake recipe I found will fly. Any other suggestions? I've got a feeling my mom will have a few dessert options there anyway, just in case I forget or fail. Sigh. Love this post! I have had a rocky relationship with my mom for a number of years (she didn’t even come to my wedding), but it’s getting better now that there is an adorable grandbaby in the mix. This year I was not only invited to her Thanksgiving dinner – for the first time in almost 10 years – but I was asked to bring… DESSERT! It seems like such a huge event: a chance to possibly redeem myself in my mother’s eyes. I think I’ll bring pecan pie (which I’ll be practicing this weekend, since I’ve never made one before) and something with chocolate and peanut butter. We were never pumpkin eaters growing up, so I don’t think the pumpkin cheesecake recipe I found will fly. Any other suggestions? I’ve got a feeling my mom will have a few dessert options there anyway, just in case I forget or fail. Sigh.

]]> By: Genny AF http://segullah.org/cjane-speaks/creamed-onions-and-orange-rolls/#comment-715 Genny AF Thu, 16 Nov 2006 13:32:11 +0000 http://segullah.org/blog/?p=59#comment-715 My family goes for squash rolls (NOT squashed rolls) and they are made from scratch. For about 5 years now, squash rolls have been my assignment and it takes a whole freakin' day to make 6 doz (my brothers all demand a dozen to take home afterwards and I must have some for myself, er, my own family). The orange roll recipe sounds delish. It may be a new Christmas morning tradition! My family goes for squash rolls (NOT squashed rolls) and they are made from scratch. For about 5 years now, squash rolls have been my assignment and it takes a whole freakin’ day to make 6 doz (my brothers all demand a dozen to take home afterwards and I must have some for myself, er, my own family).

The orange roll recipe sounds delish. It may be a new Christmas morning tradition!

]]> By: Johnna http://segullah.org/cjane-speaks/creamed-onions-and-orange-rolls/#comment-713 Johnna Thu, 16 Nov 2006 07:25:31 +0000 http://segullah.org/blog/?p=59#comment-713 ohmigosh...that's CHEATING! You made your rolls from purchased dinner rolls! Looks delish though. Creamed onions are frightening. ohmigosh…that’s CHEATING! You made your rolls from purchased dinner rolls!

Looks delish though. Creamed onions are frightening.

]]> By: LuckyRedHen http://segullah.org/cjane-speaks/creamed-onions-and-orange-rolls/#comment-711 LuckyRedHen Thu, 16 Nov 2006 04:49:17 +0000 http://segullah.org/blog/?p=59#comment-711 Oh, important part about the sweet potatoes... the liquid should be enough to cover 1/2 the sweet potatoes (so about .75" high in the skillet). Oh, important part about the sweet potatoes… the liquid should be enough to cover 1/2 the sweet potatoes (so about .75″ high in the skillet).

]]> By: LuckyRedHen http://segullah.org/cjane-speaks/creamed-onions-and-orange-rolls/#comment-710 LuckyRedHen Thu, 16 Nov 2006 04:46:50 +0000 http://segullah.org/blog/?p=59#comment-710 Lucky Red Hens Sweet Potatoes (but really my mom's recipe) (perfect in an electric skillet with lid) Saute' the 1.5" coins in butter to the point of golden brown on both sides. Mix together some orange juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar and freshly grated ginger (not too much but enough to create a slight mysterious aftertaste) syrup-like consistency but a titch on the runny side, pour into skillet & bring to a boil. Turn down way low and cover to finish cooking throughout then about 1/2 way cooked flip them over, use a spoon to slather some of the juices on top and sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top to finish cooking. I don't have temps or times because it's just one of those recipes that you really can't ruin (unless you burn them). My mom's stuffing is a HUGE pain to make but I insist on bringing it when we're invited for Turkey dinner because it's the best and from scratch (no family in-state but today we got invited, so no worries, in case anyone was). We cube the bread and make croutons, which takes forEVER to make a decent sized batch, saute' the celery & onion... mmmmm I'm getting hungry and in the middle of an Isagenix cleanse. Relish tray pickle tip: quarter the dills and keep the baby sweets whole (so you don't bite a dill thinking it's a sweet & visa versa). Apple Salad with celery, walnuts and mayo --- totally one of my favorite recipes. We use 1/3 red and 2/3 green apples (so tart) and splash of lemon juice in place of vinegar with a dashing of salt & pepper (without S&P it really is lacking). Liquid Smoke in a cheeseball... who da thunk? Thanks to everyone for posting recipes!!! Lucky Red Hens Sweet Potatoes
(but really my mom’s recipe)
(perfect in an electric skillet with lid)

Saute’ the 1.5″ coins in butter to the point of golden brown on both sides. Mix together some orange juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar and freshly grated ginger (not too much but enough to create a slight mysterious aftertaste) syrup-like consistency but a titch on the runny side, pour into skillet & bring to a boil. Turn down way low and cover to finish cooking throughout then about 1/2 way cooked flip them over, use a spoon to slather some of the juices on top and sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top to finish cooking. I don’t have temps or times because it’s just one of those recipes that you really can’t ruin (unless you burn them).

My mom’s stuffing is a HUGE pain to make but I insist on bringing it when we’re invited for Turkey dinner because it’s the best and from scratch (no family in-state but today we got invited, so no worries, in case anyone was). We cube the bread and make croutons, which takes forEVER to make a decent sized batch, saute’ the celery & onion… mmmmm I’m getting hungry and in the middle of an Isagenix cleanse.

Relish tray pickle tip: quarter the dills and keep the baby sweets whole (so you don’t bite a dill thinking it’s a sweet & visa versa).

Apple Salad with celery, walnuts and mayo — totally one of my favorite recipes. We use 1/3 red and 2/3 green apples (so tart) and splash of lemon juice in place of vinegar with a dashing of salt & pepper (without S&P it really is lacking).

Liquid Smoke in a cheeseball… who da thunk?

Thanks to everyone for posting recipes!!!

]]> By: Justine http://segullah.org/cjane-speaks/creamed-onions-and-orange-rolls/#comment-703 Justine Thu, 16 Nov 2006 01:54:17 +0000 http://segullah.org/blog/?p=59#comment-703 Angie, try dlife.com. They have a good recipe section. Hopefully something flavorful and interesting enough to make it to the Thanksgiving table! Angie, try dlife.com. They have a good recipe section. Hopefully something flavorful and interesting enough to make it to the Thanksgiving table!

]]> By: Bek http://segullah.org/cjane-speaks/creamed-onions-and-orange-rolls/#comment-701 Bek Thu, 16 Nov 2006 01:07:00 +0000 http://segullah.org/blog/?p=59#comment-701 We do pomegranite salad every year too. I also always start with cheeseball. I grew up with this stuff and it just isn't Thanskgiving with out it. It gets served with the relish tray....... Mamma Jane's Cheeseball 1 package cr cheese 1 tub WisPride or CrackerBarrel cheese product (sharp cheddar). A few splashes of Worcestershire sauce A dash or two of Tobasco (or a bit of Cayenne) A bit of garlic powder (or if you are brave and a garlic lover, some minced or chopped garlic). Green onions, chopped --Liquid smoke...if you have it. Stir it all together........ Sometimes I even get creative and shape it like a pinecone and put sliced almonds on it.... but usually not. Thanks for the Orange Roll Recipie.......... We do pomegranite salad every year too. I also always start with cheeseball. I grew up with this stuff and it just isn’t Thanskgiving with out it. It gets served with the relish tray…….

Mamma Jane’s Cheeseball

1 package cr cheese
1 tub WisPride or CrackerBarrel cheese product
(sharp cheddar).
A few splashes of Worcestershire sauce
A dash or two of Tobasco (or a bit of Cayenne)
A bit of garlic powder (or if you are brave and a garlic lover, some minced or chopped garlic).
Green onions, chopped
–Liquid smoke…if you have it.

Stir it all together…….. Sometimes I even get creative and shape it like a pinecone and put sliced almonds on it…. but usually not.

Thanks for the Orange Roll Recipie……….

]]> By: Dalene http://segullah.org/cjane-speaks/creamed-onions-and-orange-rolls/#comment-699 Dalene Thu, 16 Nov 2006 00:59:35 +0000 http://segullah.org/blog/?p=59#comment-699 Your brother's MIL gave me this the most decadently divine food item that does not contain chocolate I have ever had. (The best part is that in spite of all the butter and sugar, it's technically it's still a vegetable, so I think you can eat all you can stand): Sweet Potato Souffle (2 large yams, peeled and cut up. Boil until soft--about 30 minutes then mash.) 3 c. yams 1 tsp vanilla 1 c. sugar 1/2 c. butter 2 eggs 1/2 c. evaporated milk Combine mashed yams with the other ingredients. Pour into a greased 2 1/2 qt. casserole dish. Topping: 1/3 c. butter 1/3 c. flour 1 c. brown sugar 1 c. chopped nuts (I personally always reach for the pecans) Cut butter into the mixed flour and brown sugar. Toss together with the nuts. Sprinkle on top of yams. Cook at 350 until light browned (about 30 minutes or so). Olga's notes: start with half the amount of sugar and add sugar to taste, otherwise it may be too sweet. If using Mexican vanilla, use only half the amount called for. Happy Thanksgiving! Your brother’s MIL gave me this the most decadently divine food item that does not contain chocolate I have ever had. (The best part is that in spite of all the butter and sugar, it’s technically it’s still a vegetable, so I think you can eat all you can stand):

Sweet Potato Souffle

(2 large yams, peeled and cut up. Boil until soft–about 30 minutes then mash.)

3 c. yams
1 tsp vanilla
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter
2 eggs
1/2 c. evaporated milk

Combine mashed yams with the other ingredients. Pour into a greased 2 1/2 qt. casserole dish.

Topping:
1/3 c. butter
1/3 c. flour
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. chopped nuts (I personally always reach for the pecans)

Cut butter into the mixed flour and brown sugar. Toss together with the nuts. Sprinkle on top of yams.

Cook at 350 until light browned (about 30 minutes or so).
Olga’s notes: start with half the amount of sugar and add sugar to taste, otherwise it may be too sweet. If using Mexican vanilla, use only half the amount called for.

Happy Thanksgiving!

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