Sleep
Ahhh sleep. When you get enough, the world looks so much better. You know how people say that things will be better in the morning. It has nothing to do with morning. It has everything to do with sleep. With…
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Southwest Beef Pot Roast
This recipe is one of those happy accidents in life. I had an extra roast and was wondering what to do with it when I decided to peel the label and check underneath to see if the recipe on the…
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Cake Batter Dip
Here’s a recipe for all you kids out there (including kids at heart). I’m on a cake batter kick lately. Or maybe it is a craze. Possibly bordering on an obsession. (Do I need help? A stay at the Betty…
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New Year’s Resolutions
I love the idea of a new year. A fresh start. A chance to make some changes. Changes that will make life better. That will bring more happiness to you and those around you. My question is: will your new…
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Queso Blanco Dip
Queso Blanco Dip . . . just the name sounds so authentic and festive and delicious! It translates to “white cheese” (a little bonus information I received while making it thanks to my teenager enrolled in high school Spanish class)….
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Butterscotch Rolls
In the kitchen, I like easy. That’s why I like make-ahead recipes. Because you do the work beforehand and later just get to enjoy the food. You’re less frazzled, fried, and frenzied. It’s like being served at a restaurant, without…
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Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice
Is a recipe considered a recipe if it has only one ingredient? According to Google, the definition for a recipe is: “a set of instructions for preparing a particular dish, including a list of the ingredients required.” So, even if…
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Enchilada Casserole
Easiest. Enchiladas. Ever!! And so delicious! And such a great way to eat them too . . . a little bit of everything in each bite!! This is one of those meals that you throw together very easily and then…
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Crispy Flour Tacos
Ok, people. Have I got a deal for you! You know the good ol’ standby fried corn tortilla tacos that are just irresistible?? Well, what if you fried “flour” tortillas until they were perfectly golden and crisp instead? I know….
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Crispy Peanut Butter Chocolates
There is something so fun about chocolates. I don’t know if it is the hidden surprise inside or the fact that the surprise is “hidden” by chocolate, but chocolates just make me happy. I like to make them this time…
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Cake Batter Rice Krispie Treats
Some days just require something with sprinkles. Sprinkles = happiness. You just can’t be sad while eating something covered in sprinkles. So, when the winter weather has you glum, or your favorite TV show is on hiatus for a week,…
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Triple Chocolate Cookies
They’ve got cocoa. They’ve got melted semi-sweet baking chocolate. They’ve got chocolate chips. Yes, chocolate lovers, this is the ultimate cookie. The chocolate trifecta, if you will. They are fudgy, loaded with chocolate (clearly), and good!!! I heard about these…
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Coconut Syrup
Tropical syrup… for when you wish you could travel but you can’t. Great with banana pancakes! ½ cup butter¾ c buttermilk1 c sugar½ t baking soda½ t coconut extract In large saucepan melt butter over medium/low heat. Stir in buttermilk…
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Banana Pancakes
The flavor! 1 c milk1 egg2 T vegetable oil½ t vanilla extract2 ripe bananas, mashed1 c flour1 T sugar2 t baking powder¼ t salt In medium bowl, mix milk, egg, vegetable oil, vanilla and mashed bananas. Add flour, sugar, baking…
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Soft Rice Krispie Treats
Thick. And soft!! (The original recipe…) 10 c Rice Krispies cereal½ cup margarine or butter8 c miniature marshmallows Butter 9 x 13 pan (use pan with tight-fitting lid). Set aside. Measure cereal into large bowl. Set aside. In saucepan, melt…
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Assume the Best
It is always wise to assume the best about people. Especially if you don’t know their perspective. And even if you do, you may not completely understand the situation. Thus, it is better to err on the safe side and…
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Green Beans and Bacon
Bacon steals the show here… 2 cans French-cut green beans1 can cream of chicken soup1/4 t salt8 slices bacon Strain green beans. Pour into saucepan or slow cooker. Stir in cream of chicken soup and salt. Warm on low heat…
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Fresh Christmas Potpourri
Smells festive! And makes a great gift. Ingredients:1 orange1 lemon1 lime2 cinnamon sticks1/2 c fresh cranberries Directions:Slice orange, lemon and lime. Simmer in shallow water with cranberries and cinnamon sticks. Example of tag:
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Big Cinnamon Rolls
A novelty! Dough:1 ½ c warm water1 T yeast2 eggs, brought to room temperature1/2 c vegetable oil or melted margarine or butter6-7 c flour1/3 c sugar1 t salt1/4 c nonfat dry milk Coating:1/2 cup butter2 c sugar2/3 c brown sugar1/2…
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Chicken and Stuffing
Easy AND fabulous!! 8-10 chicken tenders (or 4 chicken breast halves)salt and pepper1 c chicken broth1½ c shredded mozzarella cheese2 cans (10.5-oz.) condensed cream of chicken soup1/4 c milk3 c Pepperidge Farm herb stuffing mix1/2 cup butter, melted Salt and…
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Cucumber Sandwiches
Brilliant! 3-4 T whipped cream cheese¼ – ½ t fresh dill*, chopped finea few dashes garlic salt2 slices fresh soft white bread1 cucumber, peeled and sliced very thin Mix cream cheese, chopped dill and garlic salt. Mix well. Spread on…
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Marshmallow Popcorn
A fast, warm snack! 1 bag microwave popcorn1/3 cup butter1/3 c brown sugar2¼ c miniature marshmallows Pop popcorn in microwave according to package directions. Empty into bowl and remove unpopped kernels. Set aside. Melt butter in saucepan over low heat….
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