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Aug 13
It’s nice to have good friends to vacation with occasionally. But if you’re married, finding “couple” friends is challenging considering all the relationships that have to go well. Throw in children of different ages and th (read full article)
belgian waffles, bread, family recipes, orange, pecans, waffles
Aug 09
I will never forget the first time one of my best girlfriends moved away. I was in the fifth grade. Where I grew up, most people were farmers and few people moved–in or out. When Mary Ann told me her parents were splitting and she was moving (read full article)
avocados, corn, Dinner, family recipes, Grill, Meat, relish, salmon, tomatoes
Aug 06
Isn’t this apron the cleverest and cutest idea you have ever seen in your entire life?? I know many of you follow Ree Drummond on Pioneer Woman so I wanted to show you the apron Sandy designed and tailored with her own hands. I’m so i (read full article)
apron, Miscellaneous, Pioneer Woman, recycling, t-shirt
Aug 02
Microwave Banana Pudding with Shortbread Crumbles The day I discovered I could make vanilla pudding in my microwave changed my life. No more scorched custard, hot stoves or instant pudding mix. Microwave banana pudding is the perfect summer-tim (read full article)
banana pudding, desserts, family recipes, microwave, shortbread, vanilla custard, vanilla wafers
Jul 29
When yellow squash, zucchini and sweet corn go on sale at the store, I start craving Calabacitas, (“little squashes” in Spanish). I play pretty fast and loose with the ingredients and seasoning. I don’t think most people put potato (read full article)
calabacitas, corn, family recipes, green chilies, potatoes, Side Dish, Skinny Secrets, squash, vegetables, Vegetarian
Jul 26
Is there anything better than biting into a fresh, fragrant, perfectly ripe nectarine or peach in the summertime? The sweet nectar rolling down your chin, your hands, and your arms is a reminder of how wonderfully juicy and messy they can be. Take (read full article)
Dessert, desserts, family recipes, glaze, nectarines, peaches, pie
Jul 22
My friend Larry called these “the best baked beans I ever had.” Perhaps he was extra hungry. Or maybe he was appreciating food he didn’t have to make himself. Nevertheless, he’s a wonderful cook so I’m believing it. H (read full article)
bacon, baked beans, family recipes, Grill, ground beef, Meat, Sausage, sides
Jul 19
I don’t cook breakfast very often, even for company. That’s why I need my sister, Kay, as a partner in our theoretical bed and breakfast scheme. She knows how to do breakfast! It’s also why I like this recipe. I can make the (read full article)
Biscuits, bread, Breakfast, cinnamon, family recipes, nutmeg, raisins, Recipes with Yogurt, yogurt
Jul 14
Traditional mashed potatoes are comfort food for me. Adding sweet potatoes makes them so much more interesting and breaks the monotony of plain mashed potatoes. On the other hand, a dish of 100% sweet potatoes can be cloying and somehow seems to (read full article)
Dinner, family recipes, mashed potatoes, potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, vegetables
Jul 13
These peppermint patty-studded brownies are sure to send your sweet tooth into nirvana. They are minty, dense and very chocolaty. Perhaps you’ve heard me talk about the TWD blog before. It’s fun and educational to read through my fell (read full article)
brownies, Dessert, Tuesdays with Dorie, York peppermint patties
Jul 09
Wait until you smell these homemade rolls baking in your kitchen! Not only is the heady fragrance of yeast going to make your mouth water but the oatmeal topping gives the slightest suggestion of cookies as the rolls bake. I think you’ll love (read full article)
bread, bread machine, family recipes, homemade, honey, oatmeal, yeast
Jul 06
Whether you eat this simple but fabulous bittersweet chocolate tart during the day… or at night… it’s guaranteed to satisfy every chocolate-loving tastebud in your mouth. You can get the recipe from Dharmagirl of bliss: towards a (read full article)
Chocolate, Dessert, family recipes, Tuesdays with Dorie
Jul 05
Last weekend, my husband and I flew to Colorado for a mini-vacation. The primary purpose was for me to attend the Food and Light Workshop in Boulder. More about that in a minute. (Disclaimer: All of these pictures are SOOC as in straight out of t (read full article)
Boulder, Food and Light, Miscellaneous, photography workshop
Jul 02
Add bacon to anything and it will fly off the table. That’s what a caterer once told me and I believe it. Certainly applies here. Whether you’re planning a cookout this weekend or cooking indoors (rain predicted here in Texas), grill u (read full article)
Appetizer, Appetizers, bacon, Chicken, cream cheese, family recipes, jalapenos
Jun 29
When the days of summer get long and I’ve used up all my usefulness, these rum-soaked mini-bundts are just what the doctor ordered. Dorie’s pound cake flavored with Grand Marnier and grated orange rind is a perfectly textured dessert t (read full article)
orange, pound cake, rum, Tuesdays with Dorie
Jun 25
Looking for a celebration cookie? Maybe something for the Fourth of July with homemade ice cream… How about a shower or luncheon… Or a kid’s party… Or any occasion where you want to carry out a color scheme. These are r (read full article)
Chocolate, desserts, Family Photos, family recipes, Fourth of July Cookies, Moonstone Cookies, red white and blue, sugar cookies
Jun 22
I‘m thinking this picture needs a title. Should it be “Odd Man Out” or “Vive la difference”? Either way, I can relate to the bright red cherry. It just depends on the day. But back to the cake–or is it a (read full article)
CHERRY JAM, Chocolate cake, loafcake, Tuesdays with Dorie
Jun 19
My father was a Midwest farmer who grew corn and cows. I guess I was spoiled with the really good stuff at home because I don’t eat much beef now. It’s not the same when purchased from the grocery store. Or maybe it’s a case of (read full article)
brie, brisket, family recipes, Flour Tortillas, Meat, party, Pepper Jack, quesadillas, snack, supper
Jun 13
Making my own Greek yogurt at least twice a week gives me an excuse to play with different flavors. Coconut-Ginger is my new favorite. Even if you aren’t crazy like me and make your own yogurt, you can still enjoy this treat using unflavored (read full article)
coconut, cream of coconut, family recipes, ginger, greek yogurt, Recipes with Yogurt, Skinny Secrets, Whey
Jun 08
Listen closely and you might hear the cinnamon basil growing in my garden–it’s growing so fast. Up to now, it’s purpose for existing was undiscovered. But I think I may have found it. This weekend I made shortcakes as part of my (read full article)
cinnamon basil, Dessert, family recipes, herbs, Sugar, syrup