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crockpot chicken cordon bleu

August 27, 2008 – 5:47 pm

I made Crockpot Chicken Cordon Bleu several weeks ago and DH and DD both loved it. Easy to make and delicious. We had it again yesterday. The cast of characters: crockpot (sprayed with cooking spray) 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (flattened) ham slices Swiss cheese slices toothpicks (optional) 1 can cream of chicken or cream […]

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menu plan monday

June 16, 2008 – 9:17 am

I’m trying two new recipes this week. Last week I made Crash Hot Potatoes and they were a huge hit with DH and DD. Crispy and delicious. I’ll be making those again, soon. Monday Sloppy Joes / buns veggies / chips / dip Tuesday spaghetti garlic bread sauted peapods corn spinach salad Wednesday leftovers Thursday […]

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father’s day

June 15, 2008 – 9:59 pm

The day started with gifts for Dad. DD gave him three daylilies, an artemisia, a shovel, garden gloves, and his favorite candy…York mints. Then I made a bouquet for church. The hydrangeas are just coming on, so I used them. The young people hosted breakfast for dads…pancakes, sausage, tater tots, peaches…delish! Have you hugged a […]

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chicken and noodles

May 7, 2008 – 4:39 pm

DD was excited to try her hand at making the noodles for supper for last night. After simmering the chicken (in enough water to cover, with some dry onion, garlic, celery seed, about 1 tsp basil, 2 tsp chicken bouillon, and salt and pepper), I diced it and returned it to the broth, which I […]

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Menu Monday

May 5, 2008 – 9:32 am

One of the first things I do on Mondays is make a menu and a grocery list. It’s a helpful habit to get into and I encourage you to do the same if you don’t currently plan a weekly menu. It doesn’t have to be a Monday. Pick the day of the week that works […]

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have some corn

February 11, 2008 – 9:58 am

We eat a lot of popcorn at our house. I was watching “Good Eats” one evening and saw Alton Brown cook his corn in a brown bag. I tried it myself and it works great. I am sure not all microwaves will work the same, but here’s how I do it. I use brown lunch […]

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holiday icebox oatmeal cookies

January 3, 2008 – 9:02 am

These oatmeal cookies are one of my favorites. Not a fancy cookie, but crispy delicious! I’m always glad to see some left over after the open house. I put a few in the freezer to enjoy later. Holiday Icebox Oatmeal Cookies Makes 6-8 dozen 2 c. margarine or butter, softened 2 c. confectioners’ sugar 2 […]

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Holiday Petits Fours

December 21, 2007 – 5:01 pm

A rich, three layer, almond treat! This little bite of cake is one DD#2’s favorite Christmas goodies. There are five pieces on this tray. Can you find them? Don’t let this recipe throw you off. They are actually easy to make, beautiful to look at, and delicious! Holiday Petits Fours 1 can (8 oz.) almond […]

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dinner party, punch recipe

December 21, 2007 – 4:15 pm

Last evening’s dinner party was wonderful. The menu included: crackers and cheese spread (I left out the chicken.) pear/walnut salad roast beef (Delicious! Got rave reviews.) boiled red potatoes carrots and parsnips stir-fried sugar snap peas with cherry tomatoes almond cake for dessert Three of the guests came at 7:00, and the others about 7:30, […]

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Candy Jumble

December 18, 2007 – 4:24 pm

Several people who saw a picture of this candy on my flickr site asked if I would share the recipe. I am always happy to share, so here you are. 🙂 The ingredients list is short and it is very easy to make. Candy Jumble 24 oz. pkg. vanilla almond bark 2 c. mini marshmallows, […]

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