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Category: RECIPES

  • Delightful Buttermilk Cookies

    The dough is extremely soft. I recommend refrigerating the dough for a couple hours or use the scoop drop method. For more flavor double the lemon zest. These cakey soft cookies are best the day they’re made. From “Gourmet” Magazine (January 2008) Makes 3 dozen For Cookies: 3 c all purpose flour 1 t grated…

  • Chili Chicken and Vegetable Soup

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    A simple soup full of flavor. 2 tbsp butter 1 onion, chopped Salt and Pepper 1 tbsp chili powder 1 baking potato, peeled and chopped 4 cups chicken broth 1 (16 oz) bag frozen corn kernels 2 cups shredded chicken 1 (10 oz) bag frozen green beans Sour cream, for serving, optional In a large…

  • Chicken with Mushrooms and Peas

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    Mushrooms add such a nice rich flavor to the simplest of dishes. Source: Christina Stanley Salerno (Everyday with Rachael Ray Magazine) 8 Chicken Thighs 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp fresh thyme Salt and pepper 8 oz mushrooms, halved 1 onion, coarsely chopped 1 (10 oz) package frozen peas Position a rack in the upper…

  • Baked Tostadas Salsa Verde

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    I made a few changes to this one. I am not a fan of green salsa so I leave it out. I also use a blend of shredded Monterrey Jack and cheddar cheese. 4 (6-inch) flour tortillas 3 ounces (3/4 cup) shredded pepper jack cheese 2 1/2 cup (10 oz) shredded chicken 1 cup green…

  • Jelly Oranges in the Garden

    I cannot remember where I found this but it is a fun little treat to make with the kids. 1 packet of orange jello 4 oranges Make up orange jello according to the packet instructions. Set aside for 20 minutes to cool. Slice oranges in half and scoop out the flesh, using a small knife…

  • Spotted Pup Otherwise Known as Rice Pudding

    I had some left over rice from dinner that I wanted to use up rather than waste. This recipe comes from my sister-n-law Emily’s Grandpa Joe. The recipe does not specify how much milk, sugar and vanilla to use so I guessed 3 cups milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1/4 cup sugar and I substituted 1/2…

  • Bacon Wrapped Pork with Barbecued Onions

    4 strips bacon 4 boneless pork loin chops (preferably 1-inch thick) 2 1/2 tsp dry barbecue seasoning 2 medium onions, sliced 1/4-inch thick 1/2 cup barbecue sauce Wrap a strip of bacon around the edges of each pork chop and secure with toothpicks; season on both sides with barbecue seasoning. Grill pork and onion over…

  • Couscous Garlic Shrimp with Spinach

    I was in a shrimp mood this week. It started with the Island Shrimp and Fruit salad recipe. This is one of our favorite shrimp recipes. The couscous is a light alternative to pasta or rice. Source: Better Homes and Gardens magazine October 2005 24 raw shrimp (about 1 lb, fresh or frozen) 1 tbsp…

  • Island Shrimp and Fruit Salad

    Saturday Nights are designated as salad nights in our house. Salads are uncomplicated and after a long week it is nice to sit down to a lite fare. So I am always on the look out for appetizing dinner salad recipes. We skipped on the rice and cut the amount of cabbage in half then…

  • Making Homemade Hot Pockets

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    I tend to avoid anything prepacked because of all the unknown and extra ingredients. However, sometimes it is nice to have a snack or lunch that is quick and ready to go. This recipe was sent to me by my sister Allison. These little ham and cheese pies brought back memories of a family who…