Pina Colada
A get-away in a glass! For each serving:1 6-oz. can pineapple juice1/3 c fresh pineapple chunks, frozen for an hour or more2 T coconut cream1 c pineapple sherbet1/2 c crushed ice Blend ingredients until smooth.
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Eat Outdoors
There’s something about eating outdoors that makes everything taste better, makes your worries disappear, is relaxing. Plan picnics and cookouts. Or just step out onto the patio or grass to eat. It’s like comfort food, only for your soul.
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Strawberry Truffles
Bursting with strawberry flavor! Filling:5 1-oz. squares white baking chocolate1/2 c fresh or frozen strawberries3 T heavy cream1 T corn syrup2 T butter, room temperature1/2 c powdered sugar1 c freeze dried strawberries, divided Coating:12 oz. white chocolate chips2 T shortening…
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Movie Night
One of the funnest things to do: get lost in a great movie. Pop popcorn, gather up your favorite treats, grab a soda and get comfortable. Pajamas or sweats are preferable! Pile up the blankets and pillows. Turn out the…
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Buttermilk Biscuits
Flaky and buttery. 2 c flour2 t baking powder1/4 t baking soda1 t salt7 T unsalted butter, cut into thin slices, chilled in freezer1 c cold buttermilk, divided In large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Using…
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Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Biscuits
Truly a complete breakfast! fresh flaky buttermilk biscuitsspreadable butterground sausage, formed into patties and brownedeggs, salted and peppered and friedAmerican or cheddar cheese Slice each biscuit in half horizontally. Butter each biscuit half. Place sausage, egg, and cheese on bottom…
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Pizza Bombs
You haven’t lived until you’ve had a pizza bomb! Dough:1/2 c warm water4 t yeast3/4 c milk1/2 c oil1/4 c sugar, divided1 egg1 t salt4 1/4 c flour Pizza Ingredients:Hunts four-cheese spaghetti saucepepperonisausage, brownedCanadian baconpineapple tidbitsgreen pepper, chopped finesweet onion,…
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Tiny Spicy Chicken
Not boring in the least! 4 chicken breasts, cut into small chunks1 cup cornstarch4 eggs, beaten1 cup vegetable oilrice, cooked Sauce:3/4 c granulated sugar4 T brown sugar1 T soy sauce1/2 c vinegar1/2-1 t fire oil (found in the oriental aisle…
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Be There to Spot Your Friends
When I was in college, I ran on the track team. (No, don’t be impressed. I was a walk-on. At an NJCAA school. In Idaho. And my coach wouldn’t even let me run the 400 m at nationals, which I…
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Taco Salad
A meal all by itself! fried tortillas* (can be found in bakery section of grocery stores)1 lb. ground beefsalt and pepper1-8 oz. can tomato sauce1 package McCormick mild taco seasoning mix1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 small head iceberg lettuce,…
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Sunscreen Your Nose
It’s getting to be that time of year . . . summer. So, here’s my best summertime advice: sunscreen your nose. That’s all. Well, and your shoulders too. You don’t want to be “that” person in the vacation photos. The…
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Italian Meatball Subs
A cheesy, saucy, melty, buttery sandwich! 1 lb. sausage2/3 c quick oats2 slices bread, crumbedsalt and pepper to taste2 T milk1/2 c flour10 T butter, divided1 jar Prego Three-cheese sauce2 c mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided6 deli-style buns Stir sausage, oats,…
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Relish Tray
Fresh!!! 16 oz. sour cream1 packet Hidden Valley ranch dip1 cucumber, peeled and sliced in sticks1 cup baby carrots1 cup baby kosher dill pickles, sliced1 can black olives1 cup cherry or grape tomatoesclub crackers Other options:ruffle potato chipscelery sticksred pepper,…
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Your Own Spot
Find a spot that is just your own. Where you keep your favorite things . . . books/magazines, photos, plants, flowers, treats. Where you can rest or relax at the end of a long day. With a coaster for your…
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Triple-threat Peanut Butter Cookies
The peanut, performing in three brilliant capacities! Filling:1 c creamy Skippy peanut butter1 c powdered sugar1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened Cookie:1/2 c sugar1/2 c brown sugar1/2 c creamy Skippy peanut butter1/4 c shortening1/4 c butter or margarine, softened1 egg1…
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Bacon- and cheese-filled Burgers
Takes flavor to a new level! 4 hamburger bunsmayonnaise, ketchup, mustard1 lb. ground chuck1 pkg. bacon1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shreddedsalt and pepperAmerican or mozzarella cheese slicesiceberg or leafy lettucetomatoes, slicedsweet onions, sliced Chop bacon into half-inch chunks and cook…
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Seven-layer Salad
Ah – the crunch, the blend of flavors, the dressing! 1 small head iceberg lettuce, chilled and washed½ c green onions, diced1 c celery, sliced2 c frozen petite peas, thawed1 1/2 c sour cream1/2 c mayonnaise1/2 c grated parmesan cheese1…
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Challenge Yourself
Challenge yourself. It will wake up a part of you that you didn’t even know existed. You’ll feel alive. Worthy. Capable. It’s a great feeling when you accomplish something, when you succeed. You may have sore muscles . . ….
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Swedish Meatballs
Rich and flavorful! 1 lb. ground beef2 slices bread, crumbed1 egg1/8 t pepper2 T butter2 T flour2 t beef bouillon1/8 t pepper2 c light creamegg noodles, cooked according to package directions Combine beef, bread crumbs, egg and 1/8 teaspoon pepper….
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Alone Time
Make sure you get alone time. Time to just be. With just your thoughts to keep you company. Let your mind wander. See where it goes. You’ll discover what is important to you . . . what you find yourself…
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Potato Salad
A great side for a BBQ! 7 medium russet potatoes1/3 c sweet onion, chopped8 eggs, boiled, chilled, and chopped3 stalks celery, chopped8 baby kosher dill pickles, chopped1 T pickle juice1 t mustard2 – 2½ c mayonnaisesalt and pepper Cover potatoes…
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Hawaiian Sunrise
Delicious and beautiful! 3/4 c pineapple juice1 1/2 c pineapple sherbet3 T cream of coconut5 strawberries2 t grenadine syrup Blend pineapple juice, sherbet, and cream of coconut until smooth. Pour out half into separate container. Set aside. Add strawberries and…
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Butter Cupcakes
Two butter layers. Two!! Layer One:1-18.25 oz. yellow cake mix1 egg1 cube butter, melted Layer Two:1-8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened2 eggs1 t vanilla1 cube butter, melted3 3/4 c powdered sugar Layer one: Prepare 24 cupcake tins with paper liners….
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