I just wanted to wish you all a Happy New Year! I've had so much fun with this blog. Thanks for visiting and for the great comments. Thanks to those who follow my blog! You make me feel loved! I hope you and your families have a great year ahead and much love to you all. I found this poem and had to share it with you:May you get a clean bill of health from your dentist, your cardiologist, you psychiatrist, your plumber and the I.R.S.May your hair, you teeth, your face-lift, your abs, and your … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownie Babies
If you like the baked cheesecake taste, then you'll love these. I'm more of a no-bake cheesecake fan myself, but these are pretty tasty! See what you think...Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownie Babies from Kraft 1 pkg (19-21 oz family size) brownie mix1 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese, softened1/3 c. sugar1 egg1/4 c. peanut butter1/2 tsp. vanillawhipped topping (optional)marischino cherries (optional)Heat the oven to 350. Prepare brownie mix as directed on package. Spoon into 20 paper lined muffin cups. … [Read more...]
Fried Chicken with Milk Gravy
Who doesn't love some fried chicken? Unless you're a vegetarian or vegan, I suppose. The gravy sends this out of this world. Using the drippings, the flavor doesn't get any better. Make this Fried Chicken with Milk Gravy immediately. Fried Chicken with Milk Gravy Print Author: Mandy Bird : Main Ingredients ⅔ c. plus ¼ c. all-purpose flour, divided 1 tsp. dried thyme ½ tsp. onion powder ½ tsp. seasoning salt ½ tsp. pepper, divided … [Read more...]
Cheese Ball
The cheese ball. A traditional holiday treat. You can have them so many different ways. Here is a recipe for a simple and basic ball. You can use whatever kind of cheese you like and whatever kind of toppings (or coatings?) you like to make it your own. My sister-in-law and I gave them out as neighbor gifts the last 2 years. Enjoy!Cheese Ball1 (8 oz) package of Cream Cheese, softened1 c. butter, softened1/2 c. chopped onionparsley1 small jar of pimentos, chopped1 c. shredded … [Read more...]
Fudge Revel Bars
These Fudge Revel Bars are in my top 10 favorite desserts. Which is why I shouldn't make them very often. Especially since it makes a huge cookie sheet sized pan. I first tried these when my aunt made them. I have also seen them in other cookbooks but this version is just perfection. What's a girl to do? Devour Share them of course! I really have a hard time getting through the mixing process because I just want to sit down with the dough and eat it. Straight from the bowl. Well here, look and … [Read more...]
Lunchbox Reviews Site
If you are looking for lunchboxes, head over here to Sound Feelings that has a lunch box review site. It shows some fun and cute lunchboxes and links to their sites. Check it out. I will have this listed on the right sidebar under Helpful Stuff in case you want to find it again. I really like the personalized boxes from Frecklebox. How cute are these? Frecklebox also has other personalized children's product like storybooks, coloring books, and journals to name a few. So fun. … [Read more...]
Tater Tot Tacos
Who doesn't love tacos? Well these are the same only...different. Just cook up some tater tots and top with taco meat and such. So fast and good. Tater Tot TacosTater Tots Taco meatShredded cheesetoppings of your choice (salsa, tomatos, lettuce, etc.)Cook the tater tots in the oven according to package directions. Place onto oven safe plates and top with taco meat and cheese. Place plates into the oven to melt the cheese. Remove and top with the rest of your toppings.I just liked them … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
I am sharing this recipe because I had a hard time finding one on the internet that I liked. You'd think there'd be a lot of Pumpkin Chocolate Chip cookie recipes out there, but you'd be wrong. Some people have never heard of these, can you believe it? Crazy. These are so light when you hold them, but the flavor is incredible. Your house will actually smell cozy and warm.1/2 c. shortening1 1/2 c. sugar1 egg1 tsp. vanilla2 1/2 c. flour1 tsp. baking powder1 tsp. baking soda1/2 tsp. … [Read more...]
Minnestroni Soup
I love a warm bowl of soup on a chilly day. This soup is fast to make. It's one of those "dump into a pot" recipes. This comes from Grandma Sorenson and I think you'll like it. Minnestroni Soup1 pound ground beefonion, chopped3 cans Minnestroni Soup1 can Pork and Beans1 quart tomato juice3 c. water2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce1/2 tsp. oreganoCook the beef and onions in a large pot. Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer for 15 minutes. See? Simple.Printable Version … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Cake with Cider Caramel Sauce
This is such a yummy fall dessert. I love pumpkin cookies and this cake takes baking with pumpkin to a new level of deliciousness. Pumpkin Cake with Cider Caramel Sauce1 c. sugar1 1/2 c. flour1 1/2 tsp. baking powder1 1/2 tsp. baking soda1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon1/2 tsp. salt3/4 c. oil1 (15 oz) can pumpkin2 eggsCider Caramel Sauce1/2 c. brown sugar1 Tbsp. cornstarch2/3 c. apple cider2 Tbsp. heavy cream1 Tbsp. buttersalt to tasteDirectionsFor the cake, combine the sugar, flour, baking powder, baking … [Read more...]
