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Nachos

Posted on June 29, 2011

Fastest snack ever! For each plate:20 Nacho Cheese Doritos chips1/4 c olives, sliced2 T sweet onion, chopped1/2 c Pepper Jack cheese, grated fine1/2 c Colby Jack cheese, grated fine Arrange chips on paper plate. Sprinkle olives and onions over chips….

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Spudnuts

Posted on June 27, 2011

Donut hole heaven! Spudnut dough:1 c milk5 t yeastpinch sugar2 1/2 c flour1/2 t salt1/4 c sugar1 potato, baked*2 T vegetable oil3-4 c additional vegetable oil for frying Glaze:1/2 c milk1 t butter2 c powdered sugar1/2 teaspoon of fresh lemon…

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Boiled Eggs

Posted on June 26, 2011

Crush it … literally! For each serving:1 boiled egg1 t butter or margarinesalt and pepper Peel warm, freshly boiled egg. Mash fine with fork. Spread with butter. Salt and pepper to taste.

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Freezer Jam Tips

Posted on June 24, 2011

Jam is something that used to intimidate me. Sort of like canning. But, let me just say that jam is so easy to make. (Canning is easy too. But we’ll talk about that another day.) There are a few “jam…

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Raspberry Freezer Jam

Posted on June 24, 2011

Homemade jam rocks! Be sure to check out the freezer jam tips here or below. They make all the difference! These instructions came from the MCP Pectin box. If you use a different kind of pectin, follow the instructions in…

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Filed Under: Fruits, Other

Twinkie Cupcakes

Posted on June 23, 2011

The frosting is on the inside! Cupcakes:1-18-oz. yellow or butter cake mix (dry)1 c milk1/2 cup butter, melted1/4 c sugar1 t vanilla1/8 t baking powder3 eggs Filling:2 cups butter or margarine, softened2 7-oz. jars marshmallow cream2 c powdered sugar1 1/2…

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Learn

Posted on June 22, 2011

When we were first married, my husband told me he’d love to go to college forever. At the time I thought that sounded stressful with all the deadlines and tests, but I soon learned that what really appealed to him…

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Italian Pasta Salad

Posted on June 19, 2011

Delizioso!! 8 oz. Rotini (curly) noodles1 3.5-oz. package pepperoni, sliced into quarters2 stalks celery, sliced1 6-oz. can olives, sliced2 stalks green onion, sliced1 cucumber, peeled, sliced, and quartered1-1 1/2 c Kraft Zesty Italian Dressing (not low-fat)2 t salad supreme seasoning3…

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Filed Under: Salads

Peanut Butter Chocolates

Posted on June 18, 2011

Purely divine! 1 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter (not all-natural)6 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened2 cups powdered sugardash salt12 oz. milk chocolate chips2 T shortening Beat peanut butter, butter or margarine, powdered sugar and salt until creamy. Mixture should…

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Filed Under: Candies

Eggnog

Posted on June 17, 2011

Happy holidays! 4 eggs, yolks separated from whites1/3 cup sugar, plus 1 tablespoon1 pint whole milk1 cup heavy cream Beat egg yolks until they lighten in color. Gradually beat in 1/3 cup sugar. Beat until sugar is completely dissolved. Stir…

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It is ok to be Wrong

Posted on June 16, 2011

There was a typo on this site. Several posts back. My fault. And interestingly, I’ve been working on this next life tip: it is ok to be wrong. Oh the irony! The fact is, it is ok to be wrong….

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Chicken Empanadas

Posted on June 16, 2011

Little spicy pockets of flaky brilliance! 1 T butter1/2 c chopped sweet onion2 T finely chopped green pepper1 c cooked chicken, finely chopped1 packet McCormick chicken taco seasoning1 15-oz. package prepared pie crust (2 crusts)1 egg, beaten Heat butter in…

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Ribs . . . the most tender flavorful fall-off-the-bone melt-in-your-mouth ribs in the whole world!!

Posted on June 14, 2011

Takes three days but worth it!!! 3 t Spike seasoning1 1/2 t Accent seasoning1 1/2 t Lawry’s seasoning salt1/2 t freshly ground black pepper3 racks baby back ribs (about 2-3 lbs. each)1 large onion, thinly sliced2 green bell peppers, thinly…

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Strawberry Cake

Posted on June 14, 2011

Good heavens this is tasty! Cake:1 box white cake mix1 3-oz. box strawberry Jell-O1 1/4 c frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed and pureed4 eggs1/2 c vegetable oil1/4 c water Frosting:1 8-oz. package cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 c frozen…

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Coconut Rice

Posted on June 12, 2011

A very mild coconut-flavored rice . . . it goes perfectly with Hawaiian Chicken. 2 c white rice (use heaping cups)1 1/2 c water2 c coconut milk1 T butter1 t salt Mix all ingredients in large saucepan. Bring to a…

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Hawaiian Chicken

Posted on June 12, 2011

Now that summer is here, get out the grill, marinade that chicken in some fantastic Hawaiian flavors, and enjoy this grilled dish with some coconut rice. 1 lb. chicken tenders or breasts1 c soy sauce1 c water or pineapple juice3/4…

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The Moments

Posted on June 12, 2011

There are times when “moments” occur with those you love, and if you are open to it, they’ll happen. Don’t rush through life and miss the moments. One evening last summer we found ourselves hanging out on the trampoline in…

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How to Grill Chicken

Posted on June 11, 2011

Note: Due to some very poor communication skills, my husband and I got this post wrong and have since clarified a few things about how to grill chicken. I’ve updated the recipe accordingly . . . mostly cook temperature and…

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Filed Under: Main Dishes, Tips

Bow-Tie Pasta Salad

Posted on June 9, 2011

The perfect side dish! 8 oz. uncooked farfalle (bow-tie pasta)2 c chicken, cooked and cut in chunks1 can olives, sliced1 cucumber, diced1/4 red pepper, diced very fine1 c mayonnaise1 t Salad Supreme seasoning1/2 c grated parmesan cheesesalt and pepper to…

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Filed Under: Salads

Friends

Posted on June 6, 2011

Spend time with your friends. Find people who lift you rather than drag you down. And be that kind of friend too. Have fun with your friends. Laugh with them. Love them. Have good times with your friends . ….

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Grilled Pineapple Butterscotch Sundaes

Posted on June 6, 2011

The planets aligned for sure on this one! 1 fresh pineapple2 cups butter, divided1/2 c granulated sugar1 c brown sugar, packed1/2 c heavy whipping cream1/2 t vanilladash salt1 quart vanilla ice cream1 c sweetened shredded coconut, toasted* Peel and core…

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Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade

Posted on June 4, 2011

Thirst quenching! 7 c water, divided1 c sugar2 c fresh lemon juice (approximately 10 lemons)extra lemons for garnish In saucepan, bring 1 c water and sugar to boiling over medium heat. Cool. Add lemon juice and remaining water. Stir. Chill….

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Scandinavian Fruit Soup

Posted on June 3, 2011

A cold, sweet soup…. 1/2 c sugar6 T minute tapioca1 12-oz. can frozen orange juice1 16-oz. container frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed5 peaches (fresh or canned), cut in chunks and chilled6 bananas, sliced Cook 2 cups water, sugar and tapioca…

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Fruits, Soups

Kettle Corn

Posted on June 3, 2011

Life is now complete! If you want the large rounded popcorn, you’ll have to hunt down something called “mushroom popcorn”. It pops up bigger and toppings stick better to it than the usual popcorn kernels. You can find mushroom popcorn…

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Vanilla Pudding

Posted on June 1, 2011

My favorite team of ingredients: sugar and butter! 2 2/3 c whole milk, divided1/2 c sugar1/4 c cornstarch1/4 t salt1 egg2 T butter1 t vanillawhipping cream, vanilla wafers, or raspberries for garnish, optional Heat 2 cups milk in saucepan over…

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