


He’s well educated and should know better, shouldn’t he? - Karen D., Erie, Pennsylvania I thought this was poor etiquette but said nothing. Heloiseĭear Heloise: The other night while dinning out with my date, he tucked his napkin into the collar of his shirt. Place the chicken in the casserole dish and cover with the Italian dressing. It doesn’t really affect the chocolate, but visually it might be unappealing since we’re not used to seeing chocolate with a bloom. Spray a casserole dish with nonstick spray. Since my kids are very young, they enjoy helping, so I let them decorate sugar cookies. When chocolate candy is stored someplace warm or humid, a bloom can happen. Dear Heloise: With my children home all day, I’ve done more baking than usual. Katharine, that grayish color is called the “bloom,” and it occurs when the cocoa butter in the chocolate rises to the top. I’ve been told that once this happens, the chocolate takes on a different flavor and it’s not very appealing. I wondered what caused it and whether or not it’s safe to eat. Heloiseĭear Heloise: For Valentine’s Day I received a box of chocolates, but when I opened the box, some of the candy had a whitish-gray appearance. You’ll be glad you have this handy reference at your fingertips whenever you want to make something tasty and easy to prepare for family or guests. Ovens vary, so stand by for the first batch.ĭo you like easy-to-make recipes that add new flavor to your usual fare? Do you need recipes that don’t take hours to prepare? Then you’ll love my pamphlet “All-Time Favorite Recipes.” To get a copy, just go to or send $3 along with a stamped, self-addressed long envelope to: Heloise/All-Time Fav., P.O. You must watch them carefully, because they will brown quickly. Place the baking sheet on the middle rack. Drop the batter by teaspoonfuls onto an UNGREASED baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Mix ONLY the above ingredients in a large bowl until blended. Be sure to stir occasionally.Choose any flavor of cake mix and add up to 1/4 cup chopped nuts, raisins or chocolate chips if you’d like. Add the ground beef and bacon, and continue sauteing until browned. Add onions and saute until a light brown color. Add the butter and simmer until it melts. (Note: You will be adding all your other ingredients to this one pot). You can order it for only 5 and a stamped (61 cents), self-addressed, long envelope. That's it Super easy and tasty This recipe is in my pamphlet Heloise's All-Time Favorite Recipes, along with other family recipes. With chilly weather on its way, soup is always a favorite dish to serve to your family or friends. Heat the olive oil over low heat in a large pot. Now, fold in the pecans and salad olives. To get a copy of more soup recipes, just go to or send 5 along with a stamped, self-addressed long envelope to: Heloise/Soups, P.O. HELOISE’S ORIGINAL ITALIAN SPAGHETTI SAUCEģ tablespoons finely chopped, fresh parsleyĢ 15-ounce cans of whole tomatoes or tomato sauce I’m happy to print it again and again - it’s that good! I remember my mother making it and the fabulous aroma that drifted through the house. This is a delicious recipe and an all-time favorite. Please print it again, and I will guard it with my life! - Barbara Walls, Bald Knob, Ark. Dear Heloise: I had the recipe for your mother’s (the original Heloise) spaghetti sauce and lost it in a move.
