Hot Cocoa Mix
Counteract the cold… with homemade hot cocoa!! Don’t be confused by the white chocolate. It gives it a really creamy texture. So, make yourself a cup, pour it into a to-go container, and head out into that cold, for you…
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Golden Grahams S’Mores
Having first tried these s’mores in the 80s, this recipe has definitely stood the test of time. Just like Tad Hamilton’s films, according to Rosalee. “Win a Date with Tad Hamilton” … great movie! It has humor. And heart. So,…
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Pizza Grilled Cheese
The flavor! And cheese!! For each sandwich:2 slices bread2-3 T butter/margarine1 T finely chopped red onion2-3 T mini pepperoni slices4 slices mozzarella cheese Butter outsides of bread. Lay one slice of bread down on 350°F preheated griddle. Lay two slices…
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Health Tip – Fruits and Vegetables
A brilliant way to get healthy foods in? Serve fresh sliced fruits/vegetables as an appetizer when everyone is hungry. While dinner is cooking, chop up some fresh fruits/vegetables and serve them before dinner. Don’t worry about anything being fancy or…
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Bacon Candy
Ugly, but brilliant!! LOL! 1 lb. bacon1 c brown sugar Place wire rack on foil-covered baking sheet. Coat both sides of bacon in brown sugar. Lay bacon on wire rack. Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes. Flip bacon and cook…
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A New Chapter
You are the author of the book that is your life. You may not be in control of all of the characters (people) in your life, but you get to decide what happens next. If things aren’t going particularly well,…
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Raspberry-Filled Doughnuts
A soft glazed doughnut with a sweet raspberry center. Filling:2 c raspberries½ c water¼ c sugar1 T cornstarch Doughnuts:2 T yeast1/4 c warm water1/2 c sugar, divided1½ c lukewarm milk1 t salt2 eggs1/3 c shortening5 c flourvegetable oil for frying…
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Raspberry Slush
My grandpa called my grandma “Quacker Duck” and their children “barnlings”. It was, frankly, adorable. In memory of her I have a duck wall hanging that she kept in her kitchen . . . . . . as well as…
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Holiday Favorites
The holidays: what a great time to gather your family and friends together and make some good food and enjoy each other. Talk, laugh, reminisce, play, and eat! Food brings people together . . . it is something we all…
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English Toffee
The toffee crunch, the creamy chocolate, and the nut flavor come together for the most magical experience ever! 2 c butter (not margarine)2 c sugar4 T Karo syrup10 T water2 t vanilla8 1.5-oz. milk chocolate candy bars2 c chopped walnuts…
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Caramel Banana Sauce
You can have caramel and call it breakfast! ½ c butter½ c whipping cream2 T corn syrup¾ c packed brown sugar½ t vanilla1 medium banana, peeled and sliced In medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in whipping cream,…
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Candy Cornucopia
The selling points to a candy cornucopia: It’s easy. So you can spend your time/energy on the all-important Thanksgiving feast. It’s colorful. Which livens up your table. It’s versatile. Substitute the Runts candy with Trix cereal or gummy fruit snacks…
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Caramel Apple Crisp
There’s caramel in it and on it! Serve with ice cream and you’ve reached nirvana. 1 14-oz. package caramels, unwrapped1/3 c evaporated milk5 large baking apples, peeled and sliced thin* (use a few different kinds for a variety of texture…
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Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Creamy and loaded with toppings! 2/3 c margarine2/3 c flour7 c milk4 large baked potatoes, peeled and cubed1 c sour cream1 t salt½ t peppergarnish:4 green onions, chopped12 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled1¼ c shredded cheddar cheese In large pot,…
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Deep Dish Pizza
Crispy, chewy crust filled with cheese, toppings, and a hint of sauce to finish it off. Incredible! Dough:2¼ t yeast1 T sugar1 t salt¼ c non-fat dry milk1 1/3 c warm water2 T oil3½ – 4 c flouradditional ¾ c…
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
Beautiful. Oh … and delicious. Haha! 2 c milk chocolate chips2 T shortening24 1-inch paper candy cups¾ c creamy or chunky peanut butter (not all-natural)¾ c powdered sugar1 T butter, melted In double boiler or mini crock pot, combine chocolate…
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Tender Pot Roast
So tender and beefy. And sweet. Just like the perfect guy! LOL! 1 boneless cross rib roast1 McCormicks slow cooker savory pot roast seasoning packet1 can Coke/Pepsi1 Au Jus seasoning packet Put roast in crock pot; mix pot roast seasoning…
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Tres Leches Cake
A cake swimming in sweetness! ½ c butter, melted and cooled5 eggs1 c sugar, divided1 t vanilla1½ c flour1 t baking powder½ t coarse salt1 14-oz. can sweetened condensed milk1 12-oz. can evaporated milk1 c whole milk (or half and…
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Chocolate Cake
Moist, rich, and loaded with frosting. Fabulous!! Cake:1 box Devil’s food cake mix1 4-oz. box instant chocolate pudding mix1 c sour cream½ c water½ c vegetable oil4 eggs Frosting:12 1-oz. Baker’s semi-sweet chocolate squares1 c heavy cream2 c butter, cut…
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Fried Pocket Pies
Basically fried pie! 1 15-oz. pkg. refrigerated pie crust dough1 c fresh fruit (berries or finely chopped peaches or apples)1/3 c sugar2 t cornstarch1 egg, beatenvegetable oil for fryingpowdered or granulated sugar for dusting, optional Unwrap dough and cut ten…
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Homemade Spaghetti Sauce
The meat, sauce, and spices blend together beautifully… and the cheese is like the icing on the cake of spaghetti! 1 T butter1 sweet onion, chopped½ green pepper, chopped fine1 lb. ground sausage or beef, browned1 6-oz. can tomato paste5…
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Raspberry Peach Lemonade
A perfect “goodbye to summer” drink . . . for those early fall days when the weather is still warm, peaches are still in season, and a little piece of you still wants to hang on to summer. So, barbecue…
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Baked Italian Pasta
It’s that time of year . . . warm, hearty meals that are so filling and comforting. And fashion experts have blessed us with sweaters to disguise it all!! Yay fall. 1 lb. ground sausage 1 lb. ground beef 1…
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