Monday, May 28, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello, hope your Monday is going great!  How about another Lois Elaine recipe?

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 






Back in the 1960's Meat Loaf was as popular as it is today.  Lois Elaine often prepared a hearty mouth-watering meat loaf for her family, and today we are featuring her recipe...This came right off the box of Grape Nuts cereal.


Lois Elaine's Meat Loaf:


1/2 c. Post Grape-Nuts cereal
1 c. milk
1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce
2 pounds ground beef
1/2 c. grated onion
2 eggs
1/4 t. oregano leaves
1 1/2 t. salt


Combine cereal, milk and 1 cup of the tomato sauce.  Add ground beef, onion, eggs, oregano and salt. Mix well.  Spoon meat mixture into greased 9x5 inch loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for about an hour and 20 minutes.  Invert meat loaf onto warm serving platter.  Heat remaining 1/4 c. tomato sauce and spoon over meat loaf. Makes 8 servings.



Monday, May 21, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

We are headed toward June and summer.  Hope your spring has been a great one!  Here is another Lois Elaine recipe for you...

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 


Lois Elaine made many cookies in the 1960's, and Peanut Butter Blossoms were probably the family's favorite of them all!


Lois Elaine's Peanut Butter Blossoms:


Cream 1/2 c. oleo (butter or butter substitute) and 1/2 c. peanut butter.  Gradually add 1/2 c. sugar and 1/2 c. firmly-packed brown sugar, creaming well.


Add 1 unbeaten egg and 1 t. vanilla extract.  Beat well.


Sift and add 1 3/4 c. flour, 1 t. baking soda, 1/2 t. salt.


Shape dough into teaspoon-size balls.  Roll balls in granulated sugar and place on ungreased cookie sheet.  Bake at 375 degrees for 8 minutes.


Remove from oven and place a chocolate candy kiss on top of each cookie.  Press down so cookie cracks. Bake 2 to 5 minutes more until golden brown.



Monday, May 14, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello, hope your week is starting out good!  We have another Lois Elaine recipe just for you....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 


Ice cream is always a favorite dessert for families, and the Muellers enjoyed ice cream as much as any family.  Lois Elaine's recipe for Caramel Sundae Topping made ice cream desserts special back in the 1960's!


Lois Elaine's Caramel Sundae Topping:


Place 28 Kraft Caramels and 1/2 c. water or milk in top of double boiler.  Heat, stirring frequently, until caramels are melted and sauce is smooth.  Makes 1 cup sauce with rich caramel flavor.  Pour over ice cream or pudding.



Monday, May 7, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello, it's May - my favorite month!  Here's hoping your May will be a wonderful one....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 


Back in the 1960's cooks didn't have desserts that could be prepared off the shelf of the grocery stores.  They had to make them from scratch.  Here is an example of a great strawberry dessert from the sixties, Berry Salad.


Lois Elaine's Berry Salad:


Soften 1 T. unflavored gelatin in 1/2 c. cold water in a small saucepan for 15 minutes.  Over medium heat, stir gelatin until all has melted.  Remove from heat and add 1/4 c. sugar, 1/2 t. salt, 2 T. lemon juice and 1 c. cold water.  Stir until sugar dissolves and then chill until mixture begins to set.


On low speed, blend gelatin mixture with 1/3 c. mayonnaise until smooth, then on high speed until light and frothy.  Fold in 1 c. small curd cottage cheese and 1 c. quartered fresh strawberries.


Pour into 4 cup mold and chill until firm.

Friday, May 4, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, happy May everyone!  Here is a great dog for your Dog Blog....

Here we have a beautiful but camera-shy hound. Let's see, how does one get a point across that he doesn't want his picture taken? Maybe squeezing between the house and a bench will do it.  Then again, maybe not....

Monday, April 30, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello, hope your week is starting out fine!  There is a Lois Elaine recipe waiting for you....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 


Lois cooked a lot of cakes for her family in the 1960's, and banana cakes were a favorite.  Lois Elaine had two recipes that she used most often for banana cake, and this is one of them....


Lois Elaine's Banana Cake II:


1/2 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 t. baking soda
1 c. sour milk
2 small bananas
1 t. vanilla extract
1/2 t. salt
1 3/4 c. flour
1 t. baking powder


Mix together and bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.

Friday, April 27, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, hope you are all having a great Friday.   Here is a good dog to make your Friday even better....

Princess Leia, the 10 foot poodle from Poteau, can't be disturbed right now.  She is giving one of her favorite toys a workout, and this is serious business for a poodle.

Monday, April 23, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello, happy Monday to you!  How about another Lois Elaine recipe?

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 


The Muellers ate a lot of beef, and Lois Elaine had many recipes featuring this red meat.  Today we are featuring one of them - Barbecued Beef Kabobs.


Lois Elaine's Barbecued Beef Kabobs:


Green peppers, cut into squares
Onions, separated
Beef sirloin, cut into 1 inch cubes
Fresh mushroom caps
Barbecue sauce


Parboil green pepper for 3 minutes, then drain.  Alternate meat and vegetables on skewers.  Broil 15-20 minutes or to desired doneness, turning and brushing with barbecue sauce.  Serve over hot cooked rice or noodles.


You can also grill these over hot coals.



Friday, April 20, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, happy spring, everyone!  Here is a very fast dog for you....

Sofi the Talking Schnauzer loves the warm weather.  She is planning on doing some track and field this summer, so she's practicing her times.  She's so fast the camera can't catch her!

Monday, April 16, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello, hope you are doing good today....Here is another Lois Elaine recipe for you....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 


This is a nice, cool little dessert, just perfect for a warm spring day - Tutti Fruity Salad....


Lois Elaine's Tutti Fruity Salad:


1 can fruit cocktail and juice
1 can pineapple tidbits and juice
1 package lemon pudding, dry
1 can mandarin oranges, drained
2 bananas, chopped
2 T.Cool Whip


Mix all except Cool Whip, then fold in the Cool Whip and refrigerate.



Friday, April 13, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, what a great Friday we are having!  Here is a dog for you....

The Trail Boss loved spring and summer.  This is the her "I love summer" smile, and it's pretty much ear to ear!

Monday, April 9, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello and happy April to everyone!  Time for another Lois Elaine recipe....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 


The Muellers were of German descent, but that doesn't mean that they didn't enjoy foods from other countries.  In 1993 Lois Elaine received a recipe for Russian Tea Cakes from her sister Phyl, and she baked this great dessert for her family several times.


Lois Elaine's Russian Tea Cakes:


Mix together thoroughly:
1 c. soft butter
1/2 c. sifted powdered sugar
1 t. vanilla extract


Add:
2 1/4 c. flour
1/4 t. salt


Mix in:
3/4 c. finely-chopped nuts


Chill.  Roll into 1 inch balls.  Place 2 1/2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet.  Bake until set, not brown. While still warm, roll in powdered sugar.  Cool.  Roll in powdered sugar again.  Bake at 400 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.


Makes about 4 dozen cakes.

Friday, April 6, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, hope your Friday is turning into a great one! Here is double trouble for your Dog Blog....

Sadie and Harley are so glad that spring is finally here.  Now they can go for drives to their favorite dog park. Sadie is planning on learning to drive this summer so she can take matters into her own hands and not depend on these unreliable humans!

Monday, April 2, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello....Happy Spring Monday to you all!  There is a Lois Elaine recipe waiting for you today....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 


Today's recipe is called Japanese Fruit Pie.  It sounds absolutely delicious, but I'm just not sure why it is considered a Japanese pie....


Lois Elaine's Japanese Fruit Pie:


1 stick butter or butter substitute, melted
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 t. vanilla extract
1/2 c. coconut
1/2 c. nuts, your choice
1/2 c. raisins
1 T. lemon juice
1/2 t. lemon rind


Mi above ingredients together and pour into unbaked pie shell. Bake at 300 degrees for 50 to 60 minutes.



Friday, March 30, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, we are closing in on the weekend, and it feels wonderful!  Here is a dog just for you....

The Trail Boss wants to give you a beautiful flower to remind you of all the blossoms and blooms to come this summer!

Monday, March 26, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Well, it looks like Spring is upon us, now.  Hope you have your gardens ready to plant!  Time for another Lois Elaine recipe....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 






If you are trying to decide what to plant in your garden this year, think about a little zucchini squash. This versatile vegetable can be used in so many ways - just google for some great zucchini recipes!  But remember, a few zucchini plants go a long way!  


Today we have a recipe for Zucchini Parmesan Cheese casserole....Lois' note says she got this recipe from her friend Mona.


Lois Elaine's Zucchini Parmesan Cheese Casserole:


1 can Cream of Chicken Soup
1/4 c. finely chopped onion
2 T. parsley
6 c. sliced unpeeled zucchini
2 T. melted butter or butter substitute
1/3 c. parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 soup can of milk
1/2 t. salt
1/4 t. basil
Dash of pepper
2 c. corn chex cereal, crushed


Combine soup, milk, onion, parsley and seasonings. Stir in squash.  Layer half of mixture in bottom of shallow 2 qt. casserole (8x8) dish. Combine butter, cereal and cheese.  Sprinkle half over squash layer.  Top with remaining squash mixture and crumbs. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until squash is tender and cereal is golden brown.


Makes about 10 1/2 cup servings.

Friday, March 23, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, hope your March is going along great.  Here is a March dog for your enjoyment....

Sofi the Talking Schnauzer is ready for the last blast of winter.  Leather coat, leather boots, her sled and favorite bear - she's ready for anything Old Man Winter has to throw at her.

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Earthquakes, Part 3

Hello....We are having some crazy weather over our country - thank you Global Warming.....Oklahoma has had its share of the craziness over the past couple of years, but the most intriguing has nothing to do with weather, but earthquakes.  We have been experiencing a large number of quakes, especially in the past year.  Normally we aren't known for our numerous quakes, but something is definitely going on now.

I thought it might be a good time to run a series of three posts dealing with earthquakes - the first one deals with what to do before a quake hits, the second - what to do during a quake, and the third, today, - what to do after the quake.

So, here we go....Part III:


After The Quake:

1.  Check for injuries and provide first aid if necessary.
2.  Do a safety check: check for gas, water, downed power lines and shortages. Turn off appropriate utilities, if you shut off the main gas valve do not turn it back on yourself. Wait for the gas company to check for leaks and make repairs.
3.  Turn on the radio and listen for instructions on safety or recovery actions.
4.  Use the telephone for emergencies only.
5.  When safe, follow your family emergency plan.
6.  Be cautious when opening cabinets.
7.  Stay away from damaged areas.
8.  Be prepared for aftershocks.

Monday, March 19, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello, hope your week is starting off to be a good one!  Are you ready for another Lois Elaine recipe?

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 




We all know that less white sugar is better for us, right?  People realized that in the 1960's, too, and there are some pretty tasty sugar-free dessert recipes from that decade.  Here is one of them - Sugar-Free Apple Pie...


Lois Elaine's Sugar-Free Apple Pie:


1 can (6 oz. frozen apple juice concentrate
2 T. cornstarch
1 T. butter or butter substitute
1 t. cinnamon
1/4 t. nutmeg
6 c. sliced apples


Bring juice and cornstarch to a boil. Mix in all other ingredients.  Mix apples into mixture thoroughly. Fill pieshell and place top crust.  Bake at 375 degrees for 1 hour.


For extra sweetness, add 2 T. Sugar Twin Brown Sugar (my note: or a little Splenda brown sugar).



Friday, March 16, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello - Spring is springing all around us - Here is a spring pooch for your enjoyment....

Sofi the Talking Schnauzer decided to enjoy the unseasonable warmth of a March day recently.  She practiced her jumping skills and her uncanny ability to catch a frisbee with her face....

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Earthquakes, Part 2


Hello....We are having some crazy weather over our country - thank you Global Warming.....Oklahoma has had its share of the craziness over the past couple of years, but the most intriguing has nothing to do with weather, but earthquakes.  We have been experiencing a large number of quakes, especially in the past year.  Normally we aren't known for our numerous quakes, but something is definitely going on now.

I thought it might be a good time to run a series of three posts dealing with earthquakes - the first one, last week, deals with what to do before a quake hits, the second, today - what to do during a quake, and the third - what to do after the quake.

So, here we go...


During The Quake:

1.  “Drop, Cover and Hold” - DROP to the floor; take COVER under a sturdy table or other piece of furniture. If there isn’t a table or desk near you, seek cover against an interior wall and protect your head and neck with your arms. HOLD ON until the shaking stops.
2.  Stay away from glass or bookshelves, mirrors or other items that could fall.
3.  If outside: stand in an open area away from underpasses and overpasses, buildings, trees, telephone, and electrical lines.
4.  If on the road: drive away from underpasses and overpasses; stop in a safe area; stay in your vehicle. 

Monday, March 12, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hope your Monday is going good.  Spring is on its way!  Time for another Lois Elaine recipe....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 




Moms in the 1960's made a lot of cakes, and they made a lot of frostings for those cakes.  This blog has featured many of Lois Elaine's frosting recipes, and here is another one - Seven Minute Frosting.


Lois Elaine's Seven Minute Frosting:


2 egg whites
1 1/2 c. sugar
5 T. cold water
1 1/2 t. light corn syrup
1 t. vanilla extract


Put unbeaten egg whites, sugar, water and corn syrup in top of double boiler.  Place over rapidly boiling water. Beat constantly with rotary egg beater for 7 to 10 minutes or until frosting will stand in peaks. Remove from heat; add vanilla, beat until thick enough to spread. Makes enough to fill and frost a two layer cake.



Friday, March 9, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, happy Friday everyone!  Time for a Friday Dog....

Princess Leia, the 10 foot tall poodle from Poteau, is a little perturbed this morning.  Someone snapped her picture without warning, which means the Princess didn't have time to fix her hair and pose properly.  Royalty should never be treated with such disrespect!

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Earthquakes, Part 1

Hello....We are having some crazy weather over our country - thank you Global Warming.....Oklahoma has had its share of the craziness over the past couple of years, but the most intriguing has nothing to do with weather, but earthquakes.  We have been experiencing a large number of quakes, especially in the past year.  Normally we aren't known for our numerous quakes, but something is definitely going on now.

I thought it might be a good time to run a series of three posts dealing with earthquakes - the first one, today, deals with what to do before a quake hits, the second - what to do during a quake, and the third - what to do after the quake.

So, here it is, part one:


Be Safe in an Earthquake, Part 1

Before The Quake:

1.  Assemble an emergency preparedness kit for home and your vehicle.
2.  Have a family emergency plan and identify a safe place to take cover, such as under a sturdy table or desk.
3.  Teach your family how to “Drop, Cover and Hold” during an earthquake.
4.  Check for hazards inside or outside your home or office. Heavy objects and falling hazards such as bookcases, hanging picture frames and other items can be dangerous if they are unstable and not anchored securely to a wall or the floor.
5.  Know emergency telephone numbers.
6.  Contact your insurance agent to review existing policies and to inquire about earthquake insurance
7.  Sign up for Earthquake Notifications on the USGS site as well as learn about other products and services they offer.

Monday, March 5, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hope you are having a great and warm Monday!  Here in Oklahoma we are having terrific weather in the 60's and 70's, but we know that there is a lot of crazy weather happening in other parts of our country.


This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties.  


In the 1960's, most people made their own custards and puddings from scratch, and those are still the best.  Today we have a recipe for Baked Custard.  Try this and your family will love it!


Lois Elaine's Baked Custard:


3 eggs
1/3 c. sugar
1/4 t. salt
Beat these slightly just to mix.
2 c. milk - scalded.
Stir into egg mixture.


Add 1 t. vanilla extract.


Pour into baking dish. Sprinkle with nutmeg.  Place the dish in a pan of hot water in the oven for the custard to set.



Friday, March 2, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello!  Today we have double trouble for your Dog Blog....

Sadie the happy cat and the original Trail Boss were the best of friends. Here they are coming in from the snow....

Monday, February 27, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello, happy Monday everyone.  It's the day for another Lois Elaine recipe...

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties.

Chop Suey was huge in the sixties, and it still makes a wonderful meal.  Lois Elaine had three Chop Suey recipes - a Chop Suey Casserole, Slow Cooker Chop Suey and the one we are featuring today, just plain old Chop Suey...

Lois Elaine's Chop Suey:

1 can bean sprouts, drained
1 1/2 pound veal, beef or pork, diced
2 c. sliced onions
2 c. celery, cut up
4 T. soy sauce
1 T. brown sauce
2 T. shortening
2 T. flour
1 T. sugar

Brown meat.  Put in kettle and cook 20 minutes.  Add onion, celery, soy sauce, brown sauce and sugar.  Cook until tender.  Add bean sprouts and thicken with flour.

Friday, February 24, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, hope you are having a good Friday!  Here is a goofy dog just for you....

The original Trail Boss loves those cardboard toys that dogs rip apart.  But she likes to wear her's as a fashion accessory.  You've heard of an earring? The Trail Boss has a mouth ring.

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Money and Politics

Is anyone out there sick of politics already?  We have a big election coming up in November, and it seems that these people have been campaigning since 2008.  Something that has been worrying me of late is money.  Money and politics, to be specific.

It has always been more difficult for a poor person to rise to the office of the presidency, but there was always a possibility.  Now there is none.  Unless a person is wealthy or can be bought by an ambitious billionaire who thirsts for power, there is no presidency in his or her future.  Abraham Lincoln would have stood no chance in today's world, and that's really, really sad.  We are getting candidates who are so removed from everyday life and everyday people that our needs are swept aside and we are left with laws that are wonderful for people who make over a million dollars a year.

To lead the masses away from the current state of our taxes (who pays them and who receives huge breaks), the current candidates have been successful in throwing in the bone of social issues, which has been leaped upon and now dominates the political discourse.  Too bad.

My hope is that America wakes up over the next few months and that the people make it clear that the elected officials work for them.  Social issues are easy to understand and emotional, but will do nothing to help our economy or bring back our jobs from overseas.  They will distract us and allow politicians to continue doing what they are doing.  Let's get the country back on track, bring jobs in, and lower taxes for the working people (not the rich).  And, since our new House and Senate has never had a lower satisfaction rating from the people they serve, maybe we should look at who we elected in the last elections for lessons we can learn.

Monday, February 20, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello, hope your week is starting out to be a good one.  It's time for another Lois Elaine recipe....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 


Cake sounds really good right now, so today's recipe is going to feature one of Lois Elaine's great cakes, Cookie Sheet Cake.


Lois Elaine's Cookie Sheet Cake:


Boil together:
1 stick of butter or butter substitute
1 c. water
1/2 c. oil, such as canola or vegetable oil
4 T. powdered cocoa


After boiling, pour in a large mixing bowl and add:
2 c. sugar
2 c. flour


Stir together and add:
1/2 c. buttermilk
1 t. cinnamon
1 t. baking soda
2 eggs


Mix well and bake on a greased cookie sheet, 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes.


Frosting:
Boil:
4 T. powdered cocoa
4 T. milk
3/4 stick butter or butter substitute


Add 3/4 box powdered sugar and 1/4 t. vanilla extract.  Fold in 1 c. small marshmallows.  Mix well and spread on cooled cake.

Friday, February 17, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, happy Friday everyone.  It's time for the Dog Blog!

Heidi and James' Sadie is hoping for a big snowstorm again in Oklahoma.  Last year she had so much fun playing in the Okie snow she decided to run away to Minnesota where she would get even more. She came back in a few minutes, though.  Too cold.

Monday, February 13, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello, how is your Monday going so far?  Time for another Lois Elaine recipe....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties.

Last week I published one of Lois's two recipes for the German potato dumpling dish KartoffelKloesse.  This week comes her second recipe for this tasty treat....Her recipe card notes that she got this one from Arlene.

Lois Elaine's KartoffelKloesse II:

4 c. cooked potatoes (measure after they are mashed)
2 slices cubed dried bread, browned in 2 T. butter
2 t. salt
1/4 t. pepper
3 eggs (beaten real well)
1/4 c. flour

Mix and shape into balls the size of a small orange.  Keep hands floured.  Put in boiling salt water for about 20 minutes.  Remove and serve with gravy.

Friday, February 10, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, hope your Friday is going great!  Here is a nice dog for your Friday....

Sofi the Talking Schnauzer took a walk last week at the Sutton Wilderness area in Norman, Oklahoma. Funny how all the grass is dormant for the winter everywhere else, but in the forest there is still a lot of green.  Sofi gave her best pose for the Dog Blog....

Monday, February 6, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello, hope you are doing good as we head into the dead of winter, otherwise known as February.....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties.

Today's recipe is a little different - it's a traditional German dish known as KartoffelKloesse.  Lois had two recipes, and I will publish the other one next Monday.  The Muellers were of German descent and enjoyed many traditional treats.  KartoffelKloesse are potato dumplings.  These are good with sauerkraut or any kind of gravy.

Lois Elaine's KartoffelKloesse:

2 c. mashed potatoes
1 c. flour
1 egg
2 slices bread
salt to taste
butter for browning

Cut bread into small cubes and brown slowly in a little butter. To the mashed potatoes, add egg, salt and work in the flour until smooth.

Put in bread cubes to the mixture and mix lightly.  Put a little flour in palm of hand and take enough potato mixture to make a ball about 2 inches in diameter.  Make the balls until the mixture is used up.  Then drop them into a pan of salted boiling water.  Cover tightly and let boil slowly for 20 minutes.

Do not lift the lid until done.  Use large fork to put on platter.

Friday, February 3, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, hope your February got off to a good start!

Sofi the Talking Schnauzer is ready for the Super Bowl and tried on her uniform to get into the spirit.  She plays for the K9 team....

Monday, January 30, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Don't you just love these cold January days?  How about a recipe to look over while you keep warm?

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties.

Today's recipe is for Peach Salad.  This is a quick and easy dessert that will bring a smile to your family's faces....

Lois Elaine's Peach Salad:

9 oz. Cool Whip
24 oz. small-curd cottage cheese
1-16 oz. can sliced peaches, drained
1 pkg. peach jello mix - dry

Just stir it all together.  Keep refrigerated.


Friday, January 27, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, happy Friday, everyone!  Here is a cute dog, just for you....

The original Trail Boss loved snow and loved to model her snow coat. Here she is, ready for another great Oklahoma snow!

Monday, January 23, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Good morning and happy Monday!  Time for another Lois Elaine recipe!

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties.

Nothing warms you up more on a cold winter day than oatmeal.  But some of us hate that sticky, slimy stuff in the bowl.  Oatmeal cookies, now that's another matter....Lois Elaine snagged the recipe off the oatmeal box back in the 1960's and that's the recipe she used for her cookies.  Here it is....

Lois Elaine's Oatmeal Cookies Off The Oatmeal Box:

3/4 c. shortening, soft (or you could use butter/butter substitute)
1 c. firmly-packed brown sugar
1/2 c. sugar
1 egg
1/2 c. nuts (chopped, optional)
1/4 c. water
1 t. vanilla
1 c. sifted flour
1 t. salt
1/2 t. baking soda
3 c. oats, uncooked

Beat shortening, sugars, egg, water and vanilla together until creamy.  Sift together flour, salt and baking soda. Add to mixture.  Blend well.

Stir in oats and drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased baking sheet.

Bake at 350 degrees 12-15 minutes.  Makes 5 dozen.

Friday, January 20, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, hope your Friday is going great!  Here is a nice dog for your enjoyment....

Jim and Mary's pup is as cute as a baby bear!  He loves riding in his John Deere Gator and posing for super-cute pictures!

Monday, January 16, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

What a great Monday!  Hope it is warm and toasty where you are today....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties.

Lois Elaine didn't believe in canned cake frosting - most great cooks don't.  She collected numerous frosting recipes, and today we are featuring one of them.  Lois Elaine called it Saunders Frosting.

Lois Elaine's Saunders Frosting:


1/2 c. milk
2 T. flour
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. soft butter or butter substitute
1 T. vanilla extract
1/2 square bittersweet chocolate (if you want chocolate frosting)

Mix and cook the milk and flour until thickened.  Cool.

Cream the sugar and butter together in a mixing bowl.  Add the milk/flour mixture by spoonfuls, beating constantly with a mixer.  Add the vanilla.  For chocolate frosting, add the chocolate square.  Keep mixing until done.

Note:  The more you beat this, the fluffier the frosting will be.

Friday, January 13, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello and happy January Friday!  Since it's Friday, it must be a dog....However, we have an intruder today on our Dog Blog.....

This large longhorn felt that his beautiful mug belonged on the Friday Dog Blog, since he is at least as attractive as all those poodles and schnauzers.  Maybe he's right - who's going to argue with him????

Monday, January 9, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hope your Monday is going well.  Here is another recipe straight from Lois Elaine Mueller's recipe box for you to try....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties.

This is a straight-forward recipe for a straight-forward dish - Veal Parmesan.  Great dish for a cold winter's night....

Lois Elaine's Veal Parmesan:

1 lb. thin veal cutlets
1 egg, beaten
1/2 c. bread crumbs
2 T. shortening or oil
1 can tomato soup
1/2 soup can of water
1/4 c. minced onion
1 clove garlic, minced
dash of thyme
4 oz. thinly-sliced Mozzarella cheese
Grated Parmesan cheese

Dip the cutlets in the egg, then in the bread crumbs; Add shortening/oil to an oven-proof skillet (cast-iron is wonderful for this), add the cutlets and brown on both sides.

Add the tomato soup and water, onion, garlic and thyme.  Cook over low heat about 45 minutes, or until tender.  Stir now and then.  Top with the cheese; sprinkle with grated Parmesan to taste.

Broil in oven until cheese melts.  Makes 4 servings.

Friday, January 6, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, hope your 2012 is going great!  Since this is Friday, it must be time for a dog....

Princess Leia, the coiffured and manicured 10 foot tall poodle from Poteau got a bone for Christmas.  She is using her 5 foot long mouth to make quick work of it....

Wednesday, January 4, 2012

New Year's Break

Taking a very short break at the first of 2012 to recover from the holidays, but the Dog Blog and Recipe Blog will show up as usual.  Hope everyone had a GREAT New Year's!

Monday, January 2, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello, hope your 2012 has started off great!  We have a quick and hot recipe for your Monday....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties.

Today's recipe is for a quick and tasty hot lunch, Cream Dried Beef on Toast.  Just thinking about will warm you up!

Lois Elaine's Cream Dried Beef on Toast:


1 pkg. dried beef
Milk (however much you will need, according to how much beef you are making)
1 T. butter
salt, pepper

Cook all of this on low heat until boiling (keep stirring).  When boiling add a mixture of flour and water to thicken until thick enough.

Serve on hot toast.