Southwestern’s Kitchen

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    Chicken Salad

    “Chicken Salad is a classic go-to lunch. The roasted pecans in this recipe give such a nice crunch and depth of flavor.”-Bobbie Jo Ingredients Directions 2 chicken breasts, bone in,skin on (1 1/2 pounds)Good olive oilKosher saltblack pepper1 c SWP pecan pieces1/2 c mayonnaise1/2 c sour cream1 T chopped fresh tarragonleaves, optional1 c grapes, cut…

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    Pecan Pralines

    “I can’t teach you how to make pralines as tasty as the ones on River Street in Savannah, but these come in a close second! They are surprisingly simple to make, just be careful not to overheat.”-Bobbie Jo Ingredients Directions 2 c brown sugar3/4 c heavy cream1 T butter1/8 t salt2 1/2 c SWP whole…

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    Parker’s Pea Soup

    “This pea soup is hearty and loaded with vegetables! It’s the kind of soup you can enjoy year round.”-Bobbie Jo Ingredients Directions 1 c chopped yellow onions2 cloves garlic, minced1/8 c olive oil1/2 t dried oregano1 -1/2 t kosher salt1 t ground black pepper2 c medium-diced carrots(3 to 4 carrots)1 c medium-diced redboiling potatoes, unpeeled(3…

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    Boiled Peanuts

    “These are good and soft but have a little bite to them. Adjust the cooking time to make them the perfect softness for you. Then grab a coke or some sweet tea and enjoy!” – Bobbie Jo Ingredients Directions 8 lbs. SWP Peanuts1 1/2 cups Kosher Salt or SeaSal 1. Put rinsed peanuts into a…

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    Carrot Cake

    “I remember eating this cake as a child. To this day it is my favorite holiday cake bringing back sweet memories of cherished get togethers.” – Bobbie Jo Ingredients Directions Cake:2 c. all-purpose flour2 c. sugar4 extra-large eggs1 1/4 c. vegetable oil2 grated carrots1/2 c. SWP pecans1/4 c. raisins1/4 c. finely grated coconut1 small can…

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    Pecan Sundae

    “Pecan Sundaes are one of my absolute favorite sweet treats! You have the chewy brownie, the smooth ice cream, gooey caramel, and that delicious bite of pecan. Whipped cream never hurt anybody! Throw some of that on there, too!”” – Bobbie Jo Ingredients Directions SWP chopped pecansA GOOD brownieIce CreamCaramel Sauce This requires no cooking…

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    Pecan Pie

    “This is a family favorite, especially at Thanksgiving! I might have my grandmother’s recipe, but it was always better when she made it.”” – Bobbie Jo Ingredients Directions 3 eggs1 c sugar1 T flour1 c Karo Syrup2 T melted butter1 t vanilla extract1 c SWP chopped pecans(add more pecans if desired)1 unbaked pie crust 1….

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    Brownies

    “With nuts, without nuts, with salted caramel, without salted caramel… no matter how you slice them I promise these will be the best brownies you have ever had! My dad votes for pecans every time!” – Bobbie Jo Ingredients Directions 2 sticks unsalted butter8 oz plus 6 oz semisweetchocolate chips3 oz bittersweet chocolatechips3 extra-large eggs1…