Dishes Can Wait
Dishes can wait. They’re real patient. They won’t nag you. They won’t even subtly hint. They’ll just sit there. Which is the one thing that is bothersome about dirty dishes . . . they sit there in plain sight, all…
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Dishes can wait. They’re real patient. They won’t nag you. They won’t even subtly hint. They’ll just sit there. Which is the one thing that is bothersome about dirty dishes . . . they sit there in plain sight, all…
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A fancy cupcake with a beautiful flavor. Cupcakes:3 oz. white chocolate baking squares2 T whipping cream1 box white cake mix1 cup sour cream½ c vegetable oil3 eggs Frosting:3 oz. white chocolate baking squares3 T whipping cream½ c butter, softened3 c…
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Filling AND frosting!! Cupcakes:3 oz. white chocolate baking squares2 T whipping cream1 box white cake mix1 cup sour cream½ c vegetable oil3 eggs Filling:1 box raspberry Danish Dessert1 bag frozen raspberries Frosting:3 oz. white chocolate baking squares3 T whipping cream½…
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Now that we’ve talked about patios, let’s talk about “patio time” which, directly translated, means spending time out on the patio. But here’s the important part: spend that time with those you love . . . your family, your friends….
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Om nom nom… fresh hamburger bunsmayo, ketchup, mustardground chucksalt and pepperAmerican cheese slicesbacon, cookediceberg lettucetomatoes, slicedsweet onions, sliced Ground chuck = tender burgers. Form patties out of the ground chuck. Salt and pepper both sides. Preheat the grill using high…
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Two ingredients. Lime and grape soda. Wait! Three, if you count ice! LOL!! 1 can Welch’s grape soda1 limecrushed ice Add crushed ice to glass. Slice lime in wedges. Squeeze juice from lime wedges into glass, reserving one for garnish,…
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Perfection!! Crust:1 package graham crackers2 T sugar3 T butter Crush graham crackers in Ziploc bag using rolling pin until fine. Stir in sugar. Melt butter and mix into graham cracker mixture. Press into pie plate. Set aside. Filling:2 8-oz. packages cream…
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It’s efficient: eggs and toast in one! 2 T butter1 slice bread1 eggsalt and pepper to taste Butter both sides of bread. Cut hole in center of bread using biscuit cutter. Place bread and cut-out center in preheated skillet. Crack…
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Oh, baby! Crepes:1 ½ c milk3 eggs2 T melted butter1 t lemon extractdash salt1 ¼ c flour2 T sugar Combine milk, eggs, melted butter, and lemon extract in blender. Blend on low. Add salt, flour, and sugar. Blend until smooth….
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You know how we all seem to want what we can’t have? I’ve noticed that to be true quite often in life. The candy dish theory states that if you always have access to treats, you won’t need/want as many….
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These ingredients blend so beautifully! 4 chicken breastsgarlic powderAccent seasoning1 c cornstarch4 eggs7 T ketchup1 ½ c sugar2 T soy sauce½ c vinegar2 c chicken broth3-4 c vegetable oil Cut chicken in bite-size pieces. Sprinkle with garlic and Accent. Dip…
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I must admit, I only cooked with instant rice when I got married because I could never get long-grain rice to turn out. I wasn’t always happy with instant rice, though, because it has a different texture. So, I set…
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Brilliant combination of flavors! 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice2 eggs1 c frozen petite peas1 carrot, diced½ c diced onion1 c cooked chicken or ham, chopped4 T butter2 T soy saucesalt and pepper to taste Cook rice with 2 cups water…
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A dessert disguised as a salad… 1 small box orange jello1 small box instant vanilla pudding1 small box tapioca pudding1 small container cool whip1 can mandarin oranges, pre-chilled In a saucepan, whisk the three mixes into 3 cups cold water….
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Re-li-able!! ½ cup shortening½ cup butter¾ cup sugar¾ cup brown sugar2 eggs1 t vanilla2 ¾ – 3 c flour1 t soda1 t salt1 pkg semi-sweet chocolate chips Cream shortening, butter, sugar, and brown sugar. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Stir…
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Absolutely heavenly! Fettuccini, angel hair, or any kind of pasta1 cube butter/margarine1 ½ cups heavy cream2 T cream cheese1 t garlic powder½ cup grated parmesan1 ½ cups grated mozzarella cheesegrilled chicken Combine butter, cream, and cream cheese in saucepan. Using whisk, stir…
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An incredible mix of flavors, wrapped up in carbs! 1/3 c cream cheese, softened1/4 c green salsa1 T fresh lime juice1/3 c chopped sweet onion2 c shredded cooked chicken1 c grated pepperjack cheesesmall corn or flour tortillas2 T butterkosher salt…
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Refreshing, buttery, lemony… mmm. Cookie Dough:1 1/4 c flour1/2 c cornstarch1/3 c powdered sugar3/4 c butter, softened1 T lemon juice1/2 t lemon peel In large mixer bowl combine all ingredients. Beat 2-3 min. on low speed until well mixed. Shape…
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I don’t know about you, but I tend to get interrupted while cooking. I’m sure if I worked for NASA or the FBI, people wouldn’t interrupt me while I’m working. But, I guess that is the nature of a stay-at-home…
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The secret? Whole AND crushed up m&m’s! ½ cup shortening½ cup butter¾ cup sugar¾ cup brown sugar2 eggs1 t vanilla3 c flour1 t soda1 t salt1 ½ packages M&M’s Cream shortening, butter, sugar, and brown sugar. Beat in egg and…
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