All-White Labor Day Party
Parties can amp up the energy in your house and turn an ordinary day into a total celebration. Even on somewhat low-key holidays. So, this Labor Day, why not party it up? You know the old saying “don’t wear white…
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White Sheet Cake
It looks like ordinary cake but I’m here to tell you, it is outstanding! The moisture. The flavor. The butter! Cake:1 c butter1 c water2 c sugar2¼ c flour1 t baking soda½ t salt2 eggs1 t vanilla½ c sour cream…
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Restaurant Style Salsa
Spicy. Easy. Fresh. Good thing this isn’t a personal ad. Haha! We’re advertising salsa here, people. And it’s good!! The thing I like about this recipe is the fine texture. Get yourself some thin salted Cantina-style tortilla chips and dine…
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Pineapple Orange Slush
In the summer it’s all about keeping cool… Otter Pops, milkshakes, smoothies, ice cream, and slush! 3 c water2 c sugar3 c pineapple juice3 c orange juice2 T lemon juiceSprite Bring sugar and water to a boil over medium heat,…
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Fruit Salsa
Phenomenal mix of flavors… perfect as an appetizer or midnight snack! Salsa:½ c finely chopped strawberries1 orange, peeled and chopped fine2 kiwi, peeled and chopped fine1 apple, peeled and chopped fine½ c finely chopped pineapple1 T lemon juice1½ t sugar…
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Homemade Root Beer
It is hot. You’re thirsty. Your mug has been chillin’ in the freezer. Homemade root beer is brewing. Your world is about to get so much better… Important info: Make root beer in well-ventilated area. Outside works well. In the…
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Vanilla Ice Cream
So creamy! And very versatile. Serve with crepes for breakfast or topped with fruit for dessert… versatile! Ice Cream:2 c heavy whipping cream2 c half-and-half¾ c sugar1 t vanilladash salt Also Needed:ice cream makercrushed icerock salt Combine whipping cream and…
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S’more Bites
Two layers of chocolate. Two! Now that’s what I’m talkin’ about! 7 graham crackers¼ c powdered sugar6 T butter, melted4 1.55-oz. milk chocolate bars, divided12 large marshmallows Crush graham crackers in Ziploc bag. (Crumbs should equal 1 cup.) Mix with…
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Barbecue Baked Beans
A perfect make-ahead side dish for your next cookout… 1 lb. bacon1/2 onion, chopped1/3 c finely chopped green pepper2 28-oz. cans pork & beans¾ c ketchup¾ c barbecue sauce2 t Worcestershire sauce1 T mustard1 c brown sugar Cook and crumble…
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Taco Melts
It’s fast. It’s warm. It’s good! 1 lb. ground beef, browned2 T taco seasoning1/3 c water1 c salsa2 c shredded Mexican cheese1 16.3-oz. can Pillsbury Grands biscuits1 T butter, melted1 c sour cream, optional Mix beef, taco seasoning, water and…
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Barbecue Chicken
Boneless, tender, and flavorful with caramelized barbecue glaze… 1 lb. chicken tenders1 18-oz. bottle original Bull’s-Eye Barbecue Sauce Reserve ½ cup barbecue sauce for basting. Marinade chicken in remaining barbecue sauce for 1-2 hours. When ready to cook, remove chicken…
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Strawberry Syrup
I find the most creative ways to get fruit in my diet. Haha! Just kidding. I love fruit. But I never miss out on the chance to add some sugar and butter and turn it into sweet syrup. It will…
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Homemade Peanut Butter
I feel really sorry for the word homemade. Somehow it got a reputation for being uncool. It probably started in junior high, when we learned that store bought is so much better. I’m pretty sure that was just the cool…
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Watermelon Raspberry Juice
Cold. Refreshing. Amazing!! 8 c seedless watermelon chunks1 c raspberries¼ c fresh lime juice (3 medium limes)crushed ice Place watermelon, raspberries and lime juice in blender. Blend until thoroughly combined. Pour through fine mesh strainer. Chill. Shake or stir before…
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Chocolate Milk
In case you run out of chocolate syrup… 1 c milk1 T cocoa powder2-3 T sugar Place all ingredients in blender. Blend. Drink. Done. Source: yahoo
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Ranch Dressing Mix
You can make your own incredible ranch dressing. No more panic when you run out of ranch dressing packet mixes. Life needs less panic, I say. ¾ c parsley flakes6 T onion powder¼ c garlic salt2 T garlic powder2 T…
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Homemade Ranch Dressing
The reason we have salad! LOL! 1 c mayonnaise1 c buttermilk¾ c sour cream½ t lemon juice1 T ranch dressing mix (below) Whisk all ingredients and refrigerate. (Stays fresh until buttermilk expiration date.) Makes 3½ cups dressing. Ranch Dressing Mix:¾…
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Chocolate Chip Cookie Sandwiches
If anything is wrong in your world, the answer is cookie sandwiches! Cookies:½ c shortening½ c butter¾ c sugar¾ c brown sugar2 eggs1 t vanilla2 ¾ – 3 c flour1 t soda1 t salt1 11.5-oz. pkg. semi-sweet chocolate chips Frosting:6…
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Citrus Apple Slices
Juicy. Fresh. Healthy. And the apples don’t brown because of all that juice…. 1 orange, juiced1 lemon, juiced1-2 apples Pour orange and lemon juice in small bowl. Slice apples thin and add to juice. Stir to coat. Chill in refrigerator…
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Baked Tacos
Cheesy warm delicious tacos! 10 Old El Paso Stand ‘n Stuff taco shells1 lb. ground hamburger1 T taco seasoning1 8-oz. can tomato sauce½ c water2 c finely shredded Colby jack or cheddar cheeseToppings: shredded lettuce, onions, tomatoes, olives, salsa, sour…
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Taco Seasoning
It’s like a sand painting. It is art and food! Use as much or as little as you please to season your food… 1 T chili powder1½ t ground cumin1 t sea salt1 t fresh ground pepper½ t paprika¼ t…
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Strawberry Sauce
Sweet and smooth… and perfect for midnight snacks starring banana splits or weekend brunch featuring crepes. Keep it in a squeeze bottle for instant access . . . my favorite kind of access! 2 c strawberries¼ c sugar1 T cornstarch3…
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Easy Strawberry Sauce
I love me a food that makes an appearance in both breakfast and dessert categories… 1 c chopped or sliced strawberries1 T sugar Place strawberries in a bowl. Add sugar. Stir until combined. Let sit 10 minutes. Sugar will dissolve…
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Funnel Cake
The best reason to visit the fair or an amusement park! Funnel Cake:2¼ c milk3 eggs½ t vanilla extract3 c flour¼ c sugar2 t baking powder½ t saltvegetable oil for frying Toppings:powdered sugarstrawberry sauce or easy strawberry sauce Whisk milk,…
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