My husband, Joe, and I made this every New Year’s Eve while our boys, Joseph and John, were growing up. We still make it occasionally when we’re in a party mood. It’s always a big hit with guests! – JM Farro QUICK PUNCH 1 quart Sherbet (orange, raspberry, or rainbow […]
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Mom Farro’s Meatloaf
My mother has been making this version of meatloaf since I was a little girl. She still makes it today, and it tastes just as good now as it did those many years ago. Thanks, Mom! – JM Farro MEATLOAF FARRO-STYLE 1½ pounds Ground Beef ½ cup Oatmeal 1 small […]
Chocolate Banana Smoothie
I created this simple smoothie recipe because I love Ovaltine and TCBY Yogurt. It’s wholesome and refreshing. Enjoy! – JM Farro CHOCOLATE BANANA SMOOTHIE 1 cup Milk (skim or 1%) ½ cup TCBY Frozen Yogurt (any flavor) ½ Banana 1 cup Strawberries (frozen) 2 tablespoons Ovaltine Chocolate Mix Combine all […]
Italian Lemon Cookies
I often make these at Christmastime, and my daughter-in-law, Amy, lights up like a Christmas tree when I do. Some people make these shaped in “knots,” but I like to make them round. Either way, they are indescribably delicious! – JM Farro ITALIAN LEMON COOKIES 1 stick (1/2 cup) Margarine […]
Janet’s Zucchini Bread
This is a wonderful recipe that my sister, Janet, gave me many years ago. This bread is moist, without being oily. My husband, Joe, doesn’t like nuts, so I make it with raisins instead. Either way, it’s a fabulous bread! – JM Farro JANET’S ZUCCHINI BREAD 3 Eggs 2 cups […]
Dad Farro’s Baked Beans
This recipe made my dad famous for his baked beans. It’s a favorite at the Labor Day Farro Family Picnic each year at my sister, Joyce’s, house. – JM Farro DAD FARRO’S BAKED BEANS 3 16-oz. cans Pork & Beans (drained) ¼ cup ketchup ¼ cup dark molasses 1 pound […]
Banana Muffins
This muffin recipe is moist and full of the goodness of bananas. Since I have a family of raisin lovers, I usually add half a cup of raisins to the mix, but you can substitute chopped nuts or chocolate chips, if you like. – JM Farro BANANA MUFFINS 1 cup […]
Joe’s Black Bean Burritos
These burritos are my husband’s creation, and they’ve become a favorite at our house. The recipe is simple, with very few ingredients, so they’re economical and easy to make. And you can have them on your table in no time. Enjoy! – JM Farro JOE’S BLACK BEAN BURRITOS 1-15.5 oz. […]
Orange Julius
ORANGE JULIUS 1/3 cup Frozen Orange Concentrate ½ cup Milk 1 cup Water ¼ cup Sugar ½ teaspoon Vanilla 6-8 Ice Cubes, crushed Combine all ingredients in blender. Blend till smooth.
California Breakfast in a Glass
CALIFORNIA BREAKFAST IN A GLASS 2 containers Apricot or Peach Yogurt 11 ounces Apricot or Peach Nectar 1 teaspoon Vanilla 4 Ice Cubes 1/3 cup Dry Milk Combine all ingredients in blender. Whirl until thick and frothy.