Onion Ring Batter

1 c. cornstarch
1 c. flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 egg
1 c. cold water
2 tbsp. oil

Beat together all ingredients. Dip sliced onion rings in batter. Deep fry.

Fish Fry Batter

1 c. flour (self rising)
1 egg yolk
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cooking oil (Wesson)
3/4 c. warm water
1 egg white, beaten

Mix first five ingredients then add beaten egg white. Dip fish or chicken in batter and fry until golden brown.

Dry Rub for Ribs

2 tbsp. paprika
2 tbsp. light brown sugar
2 tbsp. salt
1 tsp. ground red pepper
1 tsp. dry mustard
1 bay leaf

Combine ingredients in food processor or blender. Process until bay leaf is pulverized and mixture is thoroughly blended. Store in airtight container. (An empty spice bottle with shaker top is perfect.)

Rub on ribs, pork roast or whatever you like. Let the meat sit in the refrigerator for about an hour. Then cook as you normally would. This gives the meat a delicious barbecue flavor without the mess.

Caesar Salad Dressing

1 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Worcestershire
1 clove of garlic (minced)
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1/2 c Parmesean cheese
1 tbsp of milk or half and half

Mix all ingredients together and shake or whisk until well blended.

Taco Seasoning

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper. Store in an airtight container.

Ranch Dressing

1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup buttermilk
4 teaspoons dry mix
Dry Mix:
1-1/2 tablespoons salt
2 teaspoons MSG
2 teaspoons dry parsley flakes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Directions

Mix all dry ingredients and store in an airtight jar.
To make dressing combine mayonnaise, buttermilk and 4 teaspoons dry mix together and mix well. Store in refrigerator.

Caesar Salad Dressing!

SO, I just found out tonight that we can get lettuce from the organic farm that brings produce to the school every Thursday. I'm so pumped! I've been craving a caesar salad ever since I got here, and now I'm determined to have salads regularly. Here's the recipe I found...

1/4 c lemon juice - fresh
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 pressed/minced garlic cloves (I use more)
1 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp fresh coarsely ground black pepper
1/4 c fresh grated Pecorino Romano or Parmigiano-Reggiano Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil or veg oil

Directions

Mix until well blended - store in fridge until ready to use.
Let chill for at least an hour before serving.