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French Toast

My Mother used to make me French toast on Saturday mornings when I was growing up. I think what made hers the best was the fact that she used vanilla extract in the egg mixture to give it some added sweetness, and she also made her own syrup(recipe below). Her recipe is fast and tastes great, which is important for busy Moms. Try it this weekend and your kids will love it!

Peanut Butter Cookies

Peanut Butter Cookies

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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes

This is a simple recipe, but a great one. These chewy peanut butter cookies have been a favorite of mine since I was a child. My Mom would make these and I remember the house filling with the delicious smell. She would serve them up with some cold milk…

Monkey Bread

Monkey Bread

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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes

My Sister makes this for breakfast and it is almost addicting. It is super easy to prepare, but is extremely decadent tasting. You can make a cream cheese frosting to top it off if you really want to indulge. Your kids will definitely love it! (I think…

Stuffed Mushrooms

Stuffed Mushrooms

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes

My Aunt taught me how to make these delicious stuffed mushrooms a few years ago. Anytime we have a family gathering we all fight over them because they are so delicious. Try them and you will see how addicting they are. You may need rehab for these fab…

Wedge Salad

Wedge Salad

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Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes

This wedge salad is crisp and refreshing. The green apples gives some tartness, the bacon adds the salt, and the blue cheese adds some bite. The creamy garlic dressing is easy to make and really ties everything together. This salad can be a meal in it…

Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic

Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic

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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 11 Minutes

Here is a simple side dish to make to go with any meal. These green beans are crisp and full of flavor. Toss in some other vegetables too, if you like. For those of you watching your waistband, this recipe is healthy as well. Fast and healthy, what a…

Warm Spinach Dip

Warm Spinach Dip

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes

My step-mother makes this spinach dip for parties and I have been trying to get the recipe from her for years. At first inspection, the ingredients are actually very simple, but you would never know it from the taste. Serve with crackers, bagel chips, b…

Sugar Cookies

Sugar Cookies

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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes

My mother's sugar cookie recipe brings me back to my childhood, when we would sit down shape the dough with cookie cutters shaped like hearts, stars, and other shapes. The real fun was decorating them with colored icings, and sprinkles. This is somethin…

Fantasy Fudge

Fantasy Fudge

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes

Our entire family, and everyone else who has ever had this fudge, thinks it is to die for. I believe this recipe was originally from the back of a marshmallow creme jar and my Mom altered it a little. She makes this fudge every Christmas and boxes it up…

Judy's Pecan Pie

Judy's Pecan Pie

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes

One of my Aunt's friends, Judy, makes this wonderful pecan pie. She throws in some chocolate chips and they give it a little added sweetness. This pie is quick and easy to make, and will definitely become a favorite at your next family function.

Oatmeal Cookies

Oatmeal Cookies

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes

These are my boyfriend's favorite cookies. He has never been a big chocolate fan (I know, unthinkable) but these fulfill his sweet tooth. This recipe came from Mary Butler Ringhand, who I believe is my Mother's great aunt. She knows how to make some gr…

Annabelle's Breakfast Casserole

Annabelle's Breakfast Casserole

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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes

One of my favorite recipes that my Grandma makes has to be this one. She is famous for her huge breakfasts because our whole family would always stay over during the holidays and wake up hungry. Even though we were a large group, Grandma always seemed t…

Citrus Fish Fillets

Citrus Fish Fillets

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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes

Citrus flavors give these Orange Roughy fillets a light fresh flavor that everyone will love. This quick recipe is perfect for people who are watching their calories, but still want to enjoy a great tasting meal. Serve it up with a healthy salad, or som…

Chicken Kiev

Chicken Kiev

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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes

My Sister’s friend, Mary, used to make this dish all the time when we would come over and I always loved it. The crispy breading on the outside of the chicken mixed with the buttery goodness on the inside is the perfect combination. Make this next tim…

Beer and Cheese Dip

Beer and Cheese Dip

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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes

This recipe came from an old community cookbook that was my mother’s. I remember she used to serve it when she and my dad had friends over to play cards, and it was a favorite at potlucks and super-bowl parties too. It's tangy with a little bit of a "ki…

Hot Crabmeat Spread

Hot Crabmeat Spread

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes

Of all the hot crabmeat dips and spreads I have tried over the years, this one is always at the top of the list. I made this for a company Christmas party years ago and it has been a favorite ever since. Be warned: this is so delicious you will want to ma…

Barbecue Chicken Pizza

Barbecue Chicken Pizza

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes

I remember I was a child when I first tried barbecue chicken pizza and I loved it. It was such an innovative way to make pizza and I really enjoyed the taste of the tangy barbecue sauce. This version is a simple recipe that you can easily make in a flas…

Tiramisu

Tiramisu

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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes

This is one of my favorite desserts. Being part italian, I came to enjoy this treat.

Fried Lemon Catfish

Fried Lemon Catfish

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes

Here's an old southern catfish recipe. My husband's aunt gave me this delicious recipe for fish. He enjoys this dish.

Chicken Pot Pie

Chicken Pot Pie

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 40 Minutes

You will love this super easy, creamy pot pie recipe! Talk about a great way to get your family to eat their vegetables. You can change it up by using ham or turkey instead of chicken, also add fresh vegetables and herbs to give it a homemade touch.

Ham and Swiss Quiche

Ham and Swiss Quiche

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes

I have loved quiche since I was a child, and now as an adult, I love it even more for it's versatility. You can make so many variations of quiche but this one is my favorite because of the classic flavors. Throw in any other additions that you would lik…

Spicy Deviled Eggs

Spicy Deviled Eggs

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes

Deviled eggs are an entertaining staple, yet they can sometimes be boring. I added a few things to this recipe to make sure these deviled eggs will be the life of the party. Next time you have company coming over, just whip these up and watch how fast t…

Lemon Bars

Lemon Bars

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes

These lemon bars are my Mother’s easy recipe. Every time she would make these for a family gathering, they would not last long! Chewy, tart, and sweet at the same time, they are sure to please your palate.

Pumpkin Bars

Pumpkin Bars

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes

My Mother used to always make these bars for Thanksgiving instead of the classic pumpkin pie. They were always my favorite. The cream cheese frosting is really what makes them awesome. Try this quick dessert recipe whenever you have company coming over…

Chocolate Brownies

Chocolate Brownies

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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes

Chocolate brownies are one of my favorite desserts ever. They are so simple, yet nothing tastes better with a cold glass of milk, or topped off with some vanilla ice cream. Try this quick recipe tonight and your family will beg you to make them every we…

Lasagna

Lasagna

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Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes

Before my Mom was too busy with work and other activities, she used to have more time to cook. She would make this amazing lasagna from scratch, and I remember the incredible smell filling the entire house. This recipe became a staple around Christmas b…