MY DADDY’S CORNBREAD

1 c. plain cornmeal

3 Tbs. all-purpose flour

2 Tbs. white sugar

1 tsp. baking powder

1 tsp. salt

1 egg

1 small can evaporated milk (5-oz.)

2/3-¾ c. hot tap water

2 Tbs. Crisco shortening

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place an 8-inch cast iron skillet with 2 Tbs. Crisco in oven to get hot. Mix all dry ingredients together. Add egg, milk and hot tap water until you get a pancake consistency. Add to hot skillet and cook for 17 to 20 minutes depending on your oven.  

MARTHA’S PIMENTO CHEESE SPREAD

1 3-oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened

1 c. grated Cheddar cheese

1 c. grated Monterey Jack cheese

½ c. mayonnaise

¼ tsp. salt

1/3 tsp pepper

¼ tsp. garlic powder

Dash of Mrs. Dash (original)

1 small jar pimento

1 tsp. grated onion

Mix all ingredients together with an electric mixer until very smooth. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

PECAN COCONUT OATMEAL COOKIES

2 sticks unsalted butter

1 c. white sug...