Pineapple Cream Cake

Here is another "Go to" recipe that I have had for many years.  I received this cake as a housewarming gift from my soon to be Avon lady.   She was "promoting" herself the only way you could "back then" without the internet at our fingertips.

The simpler times.....eh?

Pineapple Cream Cake

For the cake you will need:

2 cups flour

2 cups sugar

2 eggs 

2 teaspoons baking soda

1 teaspoon vanilla 

1 can - 20 ounce undrained crushed pineapple

1 cup crushed walnuts

Mis all the ingredients by hand into a large mixing bowl.   Pour into a greased 9X13 pan.   Bake at 350 for 45 minutes. 

 Frost with Cream Cheese Frosting while still warm

8 oz. cream cheese

1 stick margarine

1 1/3 cups confectioners sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla

Beat with mixer an ice cake 

Cranberry Relish

Thanksgiving is fast approaching. 

Here is a recipe that has been a tradition at our table.

You will need:

1 box (3 oz) red jello - any flavor 

1 1/2 cups of water - boiling

1 bag of fresh cranberries, rinsed and picked through

1 apple - peeled and seeded

1 small can crushed pineapple - drain and reserve the juice

1/2 cup sugar

1/2 lb seedless grapes

Dissolve the jello in the boiled water and set in refrigerator until slightly set.

In a food processor, place the fresh cranberries, apple and grapes.  Pulse till blended and yet there is texture.   Do not over blend.   Add the drained crushed pineapple and sugar, mix well.

Once the jello is slightly set, add all the fruits.  Fold into the jello and place back into the refrigerator until set.

Enjoy!