My Grandmother's Quick Fruit Cocktail Cake

My Grandmother's Quick Fruit Cocktail Cake

This is so easy to make and so good. I remember my Grand Mother finding out company was coming over, so she would mix this up real quick so she had something to server her company.
We always enjoyed this.

Here it is:
Preheat oven 350 Degrees

In a medium mixing bowl:
Add:
1 egg (beat slightly with a fork)
1 can fruit cocktail (do Not drain - use full can)
1 cup flour
1 cup sugar
1 Tsp baking soda

Mix all together with a spoon (no mixer required)
 and pour into greased 8 X 8 pan
You can sprinkle brown sugar and cut up walnuts on top if desired.
Bake for 35 minutes.  Tooth picks will be clean and cake beautiful brown.

I personally do not add the brown sugar and walnuts, I just bake it as it is, let it cool and  server it with whip cream on top. It is so delicious!

Friendship Fruit Cake Starter and Cake Delicious

Friendship Fruit Cake Starter and Cake Delicious
Way back when some friends and I would make up this Friendship cake recipe, where you make a starter which takes 30 days to make.
Then you share the starter with your friends and bake your cakes.
The Cake was so delicious! I searched and searched for the recipe and finally think I found it. So, I am going to make this up.

BASIC FRUIT STARTER FOR FRIENDSHIP CAKE  
3/4 c. peaches, drained and cut into chunks
3/4 c. pineapple chunks, drained
6 maraschino cherries
(I think they mean a 6 oz jar of cherries LOL)
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 1/4 pkgs. dry active yeast
Combine ingredients in a glass jar or bowl, do not use a metal container. Keep at room temperature, uncovered or loosely cover with a dish towel or saucer, stir every day with a wooden or plastic spoon; do not use metal utensils. It will take about two weeks for fermentation to take place.

P.S. I use this amount of fruit to make one cake. Proceed as follows: 
Day 1: combine in a one gallon jar, 1 1/2 cups starter, 2 1/2 cups sugar, 1 large can sliced peaches, cut up with juice. Leave lid ajar and keep at room temperature. Stir every day throughout the process. 
Day 10: add 2 1/2 cups sugar and 1 large can chunk pineapple and juice; stir well. 
Day 20: Add 2 1/2 cups sugar and 1 large can fruit cocktail and juice and 1 (10 oz.) jar maraschino cherries, drained; stir well. 
Day 30: drain liquid from fruit into 1 1/2 cup portions of starter, there should be about five portions. Give juice away to friends to be used as starter base or store at room temperature. Use remaining fruit to make cakes, there should be enough fruit to make two to three cakes.

Fruit cake:
Makes 3 bundt Cakes
Divide the fruit into 3 mixing bowls, approx 2 cups in each.
Add for each cake:
1 box yellow cake mix (not the pudding kind)
2/3 cup oil
4 eggs
1 small box vanilla instant pudding
1 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees

Grease and flour bundt pan set aside.
With mixer set at medium speed, combine above ingredients until well blended.
Pour into prepared bundt pan and bake at 350 for approx. 50 minutes, toothpick inserted should come out clean.

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When I make this, I will take a picture and update the recipe ;)
Have you made this before? Leave a comment.

Have a Great Week ;)

Chuck's New Crystals Coming

We are ordering some crystals for Chuck. This is his first experience with Crystals.  This is what we are ordering.
Beautiful  Pendulums Can't wait til they get here. :)

See Picture, Name and Description Below of each.

Amethyst Candle Holder

An "absolute must" for the Angel Lover. This tealight candle holder is made from a genuine piece of Amethyst. 

"Beautiful!"

Amethyst is purple quartz, and is a meditative and calming stone. It works in the emotional, spiritual, and physical planes to provide calm, balance, patience, and peace. Because of its incredible calming ability, it slows your mind to allow your intuition to increase. This is a favorite stone for Angel People and professional readers.

Size about: 5 1/2 x4 1/2

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Rose Quartz Pendulum

Rose quartz is a very loving stone enhancing all forms of love: self-love, mother love, caring, kindness, platonic and romantic. Gently energizes and creates warmth. It is a very healing stone for internal wounds, bitterness and sorrows. It lifts depression, creates confidence and peace, makes one more receptive to beauty, hastens recovery and gladdens the heart. 

1.5 inch swings from a silver-toned chain.

**Size and color of natural stones may vary slightly
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Multi-Stone Healing Pendulum

This new pendulum contains several different chips of gemstones creating a powerful tool calling on all their properties at once. The quartz point channels the energies making this a wonderful healing tool, too. 

Pendulum: 2 1/2"
Chain 6 1/2"

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Seven Layer Pendulum - Chakras

Chakras are the major energy centers of spiritual power in the human body and are circles of energy which balance, store and distribute the energies of life all through our physical body along the subtle body. The subtle body is the non physical body or otherwise known as our soul or spirit, which overlays our physical body.

Our chakra pendulum has a stone for each of the seven chakras (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet) aligning the energies for a powerful reading. Perfect for beginners and advanced users. 

Chain: 2" Long
Pendulum: 7" Long

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Tasseled Silver Bag for Stones (or Feathers)

Keep your stones with you!
Stones have such incredible energy, make sure you take yours with you wherever you go. These 3" x 4" drawstring pouches are great to place in your pocket, handbag, (and for women, your bra). 

Buy a couple, and give a bag with stones as a gift!

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Leave a Comment Below if you have pendulums or crystals and what your favorite is. Wold love to hear from you.

Bright Blessings

Crystal Pendulum's and Other Goodies! I Can't Wait :)

I am ordering some  Pendulum's, I have been looking at them for quite a while now. I have been waiting for Mercury Retrograde to be over before I placed my order. It is Direct now YAY :)

Have you ever used a  Pendulum? What type of Crystals do you have?  What is your Favorite Crystal? Leave Your Comments Below, I would love to hear from you.

Here They Are :) :)

Seraphinite Pendulum

Our Seraphinite Pendulum is the perfect tool for Earth Angels to use to receive guidance from their Angels. 

Seraphinite: Named after the realm of the Angels, the Seraphim. The beautiful green stone is inlayed with delicate white feathers. Very special stone. 

Pendulum: 1 3/4" Long

Chain: 7" Long

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Moonstone Pendulum

Moonstone pendulum exhibits a mysterious shine of the moonlight and is the sacred stone of the moon goddess. Stimulates knowing, appreciation, nurturing, mothering, selflessness, sensitivity and humanitarian love – all qualities of the feminine moon goddess. Use it for problem solving and decision making and as a protective stone when you sleep with it. 

1.5 inches long, with silver toned chain and 6mm crystal ball on the end.

**Size and color of natural stones may vary slightly
See it Here 

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Amethyst Chakra Beaded Pendulum

Amethyst and Crystal Quartz bring loving energy to this pendulum. The point of the crystal allows it to be used for healing too!

Spiritual Uses: Amethyst stimulates the third eye and all six "clairs" (or sensory gifts): clairvoyance, clairaudience, claircognizance, clairsentience, clairolfaction, and clairgustation. These are terms for the ability to spiritually see, hear, know, sense, smell, and taste the truth. Use this purple-toned quartz to ward off nightmares and encourage sweet dreams and restful sleep. It is also good to help you remember your dreams. Amethyst helps protect you from psychic attacks and clear out the negative thoughts of the day. This stone is perfect to invite the angelic vibes of Archangels Gabriel, Metatron, Raziel, Tzaphkiel, and Zadkiel.

Chain: 8" Long

Pendulum: 2 1/2"

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Milky White Quartz Faceted Pendulum

These are gorgeous stones with incredible energy.

White Quartz, often referred to as “Frozen Light,” or “Ice of Eternity,” is perhaps one of the most powerful stones used by healers and other Magickal practitioners. It comes in a range of shapes, and ranges from crystal clear to translucent. The clearest stones have a masculine, projective energy, while the more milky and translucent stones have a feminine, or receptive energy. (Not wanting to sound sexist, but these terms have been used for thousands of years, and it may be too late to change now.) The frosty white version of this stone, almost milky in its whiteness, is sometimes called “Snow Quartz.”

This is a “programmable” stone, meaning that one using it can charge it with a variety of types of energy. It can receive, store, activate, amplify and transmit energy. It is a great aid for meditation.

In and of itself, however, it is a powerful all-around healer. It is also used to amplify the powers of other crystals, and is frequently found on the table of a Tarot reader, for example, to help one clarify his or her own psychic readings. It is especially useful in helping us to focus, concentrate and control our thoughts, intentions and actions. It stimulates brain functions, amplifying thought forms while at the same time helping to balance the emotions.

White Quartz activates the Crown Chakra, and helps to promote clarity of mind. It has an affinity with the Archangel Rafael, and aids in study and concentration. At the same time, this crystal has natural prismatic effects, and can split beams of white light into the seven basic colors of the rainbow, each of which relates to one of the Chakras, simultaneously activating all levels of consciousness.

It aids in helping us to listen to our Higher Selves and our Spirit Guides. It also helps to dispel negativity, both in our environment and in our own personal energy fields. 

This crystal also helps to stimulate the healthy function of the pineal and pituitary glands

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Crystal Quartz Pendulum

Clear Quartz is known as the "master healer" and will amplify energy and thought, as well as the effect of other crystals. It absorbs, stores, releases and regulates energy. Clear Quartz draws off negative energy of all kinds, neutralizing background radiation, including electromagnetic smog or petrochemical emanations. It balances and revitalizes the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual planes. Cleanses and enhances the organs and subtle bodies and acts as a deep soul cleanser, connecting the physical dimension with the mind. Clear Quartz enhances psychic abilities. It aids concentration and unlocks memory. Stimulates the immune system and brings the body into balance. Clear Quartz (Crystal Quartz, Rock Crystal) harmonizes all the chakras and aligns the subtle bodies.

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Then I have decided to order a Pillow for my Girl Friend for her birthday.

Friends Are Angels Pillow

True friends are a special blessing. Make sure you let them know how much they mean to you. Give them our "Friends Are Angels" pillow for their bed and favorite chair.

"Friends are angels with invisible wings" is woven into this rich fabric and finished in a petite size perfectly edged with an airy, whimsical fringe. Lustrous polyester/cotton outer with a recycled polyfill inner. 

Made in the USA. 

Size: 12.5"x 8.5"

CARE INSTRUCTIONS:
Spot or Dry Clean only

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I fell in Love with this!

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Amethyst Candle Holder

An "absolute must" for the Angel Lover. This tealight candle holder is made from a genuine piece of Amethyst. 

"Beautiful!"

Amethyst is purple quartz, and is a meditative and calming stone. It works in the emotional, spiritual, and physical planes to provide calm, balance, patience, and peace. Because of its incredible calming ability, it slows your mind to allow your intuition to increase. This is a favorite stone for Angel People and professional readers.

Approximate Size: 4"L x 4"W x 1 3/4"H

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Velvet Bag

Description:

Keep your stones with you!

Stones have such incredible energy, make sure you take yours with you wherever you go. These 2.5" x3"drawstring pouches are great to place in your pocket, handbag, (and for women, your bra). 

Buy a couple, and give a bag with stones as a gift!

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I am so Excited and Grateful

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Questions for You:

Have you ever used a  Pendulum? 
What type of Crystals do you have?  
What is your Favorite Crystal? 
Leave Your Comments Below, I would love to hear from you

Have an Amazing Week

Be  Blessed

Dee
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The Place I am ordering from is:
Signs of Angels
http://signsofangels.com/shop/
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Best Veggie Burgers I have madeYUM! Made with Mushrooms

I am always searching for this recipe when I want to make it again LOL, so I am going to post it here so I can find it next time. This is so good!
You would not know the burgers were not made with meat.
I have made these several times and everyone who has had them, Loved them!
So, below you will find the video of  someone making them and the recipe below that.
If you make these, leave a message and let me know what you thought of them.
Here is the original blog post.
Enjoy ;)


Recipe:
2 tablespoons olive oil
 3 (8 ounce) packages sliced fresh mushrooms
 1/2 onion, finely chopped
 4 cloves garlic, minced
 1 teaspoon salt
 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
 2/3 cup rolled oats
 3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
 2 eggs, beaten
 1/2 cup freshly shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add mushrooms, onion, and garlic to the hot oil and season with salt, black pepper, and oregano. Cook and stir mushroom mixture until mushrooms have given up their juice and the juice has almost evaporated, about 10 minutes. Transfer cooked mushrooms to a cutting board and chop into small chunks with a knife.
Transfer mushrooms to a large bowl. Mix in rolled oats and bread crumbs; taste for salt and black pepper and add more to taste. Stir Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese into the mixture, followed by eggs. Let mixture stand for the crumbs to soak up excess liquid, about 15 minutes. (At this point you can refrigerate the mixture to cook later if desired.) Moisten hands with a little vegetable oil or water, pick up about 1/4 cup of mixture, and form into burgers.

Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and pan-fry burgers until browned and cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes.

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Have a Great Weekend

Family Tradition at Holidays - Lefse

Charles and i made Lefse before Christmas as this is one of My Family's Traditions. My Mother used to make it for Thanksgiving and Christmas every year. My Father was raised eating this at Holidays, so My Mother learned how to make it when they got married. Now that both my parents have passed away, I want to continue this tradition.  I remember helping Mother make this when I was young. Good Family Memories with Norwegian Traditions.

I used the Recipe Below:
Notes:
I used half and half instead of whipping cream
I also ordered more Lefse supplies from Lefse time, they were very fast in delivery even being ordered right before Christmas. I was very impressed.
I ordered Lefse Cozies and I think  using a Big Towel was actually better so I would not spend money buying these. 

Recipe:from Lefse Time

Ingredients

• 4 cups riced potatoes
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups flour

I just found this Video with a Recipe for Lefse that did not have Cream.  Interesting. 

I left a comment and waiting for the recipe and about her experiments that she made in testing a bunch of lefse recipes.  Here is the video Below:

Also we made a batch with Instant Potatoes with this recipe from this video:
But I think I will try hungry Jack next time to see if the flavor is better.
I think it was harder to Roll the Lefse out with instant potatoes than it was with the Real Potatoes. But either way both recipes tasted Great! :)


Instant Potato Lefse Recipe: From Video above
5 cups of water
1 stick of butter
1/2 cup of Half and half
2 tsp salt
2 TBs sugar
Bring to a  boil then add:
6 cups of Potato Buds
Mix Well then cool them over night
Next Morning:
Take 4 cups of the Potatoes and mix in 2 cups of flour
Then form and roll.
Here is Part 2 for the Instant Potato Lefse with Tips




Got a Kick out of watching these two making Lefse



Some Lefse Videos for helpful tips:



If you Love Lefse and make it , please leave a comment of your favorite recipe or helpful tips. Deeply Appreciate them.
Have you made Lefse with Instant Potatoes?  Do You feel it is easier? Did You Like the flavor?  Leave Comments Below.

Have a Great Week

This Recipe is a Keeper for Divinity

This Recipe is a Keeper for Divinity, so I had to post this on my blog so I had it for next December. Even though, I just made it again tonight. LOL
If you have a family, i would recommend doubling the recipe. I do already without any kids in the house. I put it in the fridge and we nibble on them for a couple days. We counted and with a double recipe we made 40 divinity. They were dropped pretty nice sized though. If you drop smaller ones you could easily get 60 I would guess. Enjoy!

Read the P.S. at the end of the Recipe for adding color to your candy.
Recipe below and Video from Youtube at the bottom.
Recipe: 
2- 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup light corn syrup
2 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans
Combine sugar, water and corn syrup in a 3 qt. saucepan, cook over low heat until sugar is dissolved. Cover and cook over medium heat until sugar crystals are washed down from sides of pan. Uncover and cook over medium heat, without stirring, to 260 degrees on candy thermometer. Remove from heat.
Beat egg whites in large mixing bowl at high speed with electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
Pour hot sugar mixture in a stream over beaten egg whites while beating constantly at high speed. Add vanilla, and continue beating just until mixture hold its shape. Stir in pecans.
Working quickly, drop by rounded teaspoon onto was paper. Cool

P.S. I put food coloring in the corn syrup mixture to the color I want before we pour it in with the egg white mixture. Even if the color is DARK when you add the food coloring, the color will be light once divinity is made. 
We put in Red now for a Valentine's Color and the divinity is Pink.


If you make this recipe of have made divinity leave a comment.



Have a Great Week