Side dishes are an important part of any great meal. The steak, chicken, pork or whatever may be the star of the show, but it does need a good sidekick to complete the goodness. Enter the Swiss Gratin Potatoes. I {heart} swiss cheese (or mouse cheese as my children call it). Yes it stinks, but it tastes incredible. It is the perfect cheese for these potatoes.4c. peeled and sliced potatoes1/4 c. butter1/4 c. flour1 c. milk1 c. heavy cream1 c. chicken broth1/2 tsp. salt1/4 tsp. pepper1 c. Swiss … [Read more...]
Guest Post: The Better Baker
I have another awesome blogger guest posting today! I love these guest posts. It's so fun to bring someone new to my blog to share their recipes and cooking styles. We all have our own and this lady has excellent taste (no pun intended, well maybe a little). It's Marsha, The Better Baker. She is such a fabulous lady that I've become friends with through blogging. And she has a great apron collection (my kinda gal). Thanks, Marsha, for posting today! Hello Dear Bloggers -First of all, I want … [Read more...]
Recipe Round-Up {Strawberries}
Hey everyone! I am loving this spring weather that we finally have in my neck of the woods. It is a gorgeous 73 degrees outside and I am heading out to mow my lawn. Before I do, I wanted to round up my strawberry links. Strawberry season is here in full force and I love it! I made some jam last week and I bottled it this time. I usually freeze it, but wanted to try something different. Success! I have to thank Brandie for the recipe round-up idea. I've seen it other places, but she reminded me … [Read more...]
Applebee’s Oriental Chicken Salad
This copycat Applebee's Oriental Chicken Salad tastes EXACTLY like the real thing. Make it at home any time you want, it's so easy! I crave this salad. All the time. I decided to find a recipe to it so I could have it whenever I wanted and also save money. I did it and it tastes exactly like the real thing. Trust me. I am a bit of a food snob so I know my stuff. I hope I've made one of you just as ecstatic as I now am. This makes enough dressing for 2 people. I like to make the dressing … [Read more...]
Guest Post: The Country Cook
I have another guest blogger here and I am thrilled that it's Miss Brandie from The Country Cook. Can I get a Yee Haw?! That's me being excited. All right. Enough of my nerdiness. Here she is...Hello everyone! First let me start off by saying a big THANK YOU to Mandy for letting me chat and have some fun on her blog today. It is such a special treat to be here and to have a chance to share a recipe I hope everyone will really enjoy. I'm a big fan of Mandy and all of her delicious recipes. She is … [Read more...]
South of the Border Burritos
South of the Border Burritos are such an easy dinner recipe. Filled with delicious ingredients, you won't regret serving them up! Hola! Since Cinco de Mayo is coming up, I am sharing a yummy Mexican recipe today. It's a wrap/burrito. Mess free eating at its best. And oh so yummy. I made a roast and shredded it up for this, but you could also use ground beef. My children liked it so that makes this a keeper in my kitchen. Happy Cinco de Mayo! South of the Border Burritos Print … [Read more...]
Guest Post: Jamie Cooks It Up
All right, my friends. Do I have a treat for you. I've got the fabulous Jamie from Jamie Cooks It Up here today. I am so honored to have her guest blogging. I am very much in love with her blog. As will you once you visit her and see all the amazing recipes she has. So here you go!Hello! I am Jamie from Jamie Cooks It Up! I'm happy to be guest posting today here at Mandy's Recipe Box. I've brought along a fabulous recipe to share with you all. Double Chocolate Cake with … [Read more...]
Raspberry Pretzel Salad
Raspberry Pretzel Salad is always the first thing to disappear at any potluck dinner. It's completely delicious and everyone will want the recipe. I really don't know why Jello stuff like this is called a salad, but there we are. It's more of a dessert in my book. I love love love this treat. You can make it with strawberry or blueberry jello and berries as well. Oh I need to make the blueberry version. That is my favorite fruit. The first time I ever ate this was at a family party on … [Read more...]
Winner of the Easter Giveaway…
The winner of the Easter Giveaway is...#16 Brandie! I will contact you for your info.Thanks for all who entered and supported this giveaway. I hope you all had a happy and wonderful Easter. … [Read more...]
Empty Tombs {Marshmallow Delights}
Empty Tombs are a delicious treat for Easter morning. They are also known as Marshmallow Delights. It's the perfect idea for teaching kids about Christ's Resurrection. I discovered these little treats last year after Easter and knew I would make them this year. They are perfect for an object lesson on Jesus Christ's death and Resurrection. As my kids and I made them, I explained what each step represented. The best was once we opened the "tombs" and saw that it was indeed empty. We made these … [Read more...]
