Just in time for your Easter egg hunt.Try this Spring Snack Mix as a special treat for your children and their friends. Spring Snack Mix 2 cups Pretzel Sticks2 cups Rice Chex1 bag microwave popcorn, popped1 (12 ounce) bag white … Continue reading
Hummus is a nutritious appetizer or snack. It is made from chickpeas that are full of protein and fiber. I garnish mine with jarred, roasted red peppers and serve it with fresh vegetables or naan. Hummus 16 ounce can chickpeas, reserve … Continue reading
What makes something the ultimate brownie? When everyone wants more! This is a 4 layer brownie that starts with a brownie mix. The second layer is Raspberry jam. The third layer is a thick, fluffy, chocolate mousse. The final layer is … Continue reading
These roasted potatoes are full of flavor that will compliment any entrée. Whole Grain Dijon Mustard Roasted Potatoes 6 Yukon gold potatoes1 yellow onion3 tablespoons whole grain Dijon mustard3 tablespoons olive oilLeaves from eight (6-inch) stems fresh thyme plus more for … Continue reading
Who doesn’t love pan seared pork chops in mushroom gravy? The brine tenderizes the chops and keeps them moist. The chops are then smothered in thick creamy mushroom gravy. Who can resist? Smothered Pork Chops in Mushroom GravyBrine the Chops 4 … Continue reading
This chicken noodle soup is full of vegetables and starts with a shortcut. Rotisserie chicken. Using rotisserie chicken cuts, the cooking time in half. The flavor of the soup reminds me of Panera Bread’s chicken noodle soup. Enjoy! Copycat Panera … Continue reading
I have been developing a recipe for granola over the past several weeks. Tweaking the flavor, trying to get the crispy crunchy texture everyone loves. Doc came home several times from work and said, “You made granola again?” I didn’t … Continue reading
For all of you who eat energy bars and are tired of eating the same thing day after day here is a delicious easy alternative. The “glue” that holds them together tastes like the date bars we ate in elementary … Continue reading
If you asked me to describe this salad I would say it tastes like fresh pickles with a Thai twist. Fresh cucumbers are marinated in a sweet, sour, mild hot sauce and then garnished with fresh cilantro. For authentic flavor … Continue reading
I love the smell of food cooking all day in the slow cooker.The challenge is to get the pot roast to taste as good as if you had cooked it on the stove.The secret? Go the extra mile and brown … Continue reading
Let’s ring in the New Year with chocolate! Forget dieting! Most chocolate cookies made with cocoa powder don’t have the rich chocolate flavor that this one does. Who knew you could make cookies with Wilton candy melts!Candy melts, the chocolate … Continue reading
Sometimes the simplest recipes taste the best. When planning menus every item can’t be difficult to make and take a lot of time. You can have Orange Strawberry Salad on your table in less than 10 minutes! The colors are … Continue reading
This is a very moist coffee cake made in a 9-inch springform pan. It comes together quickly and has a nutty, cinnamon sugar topping. It goes perfectly with a steaming hot cup of coffee or tea. Enjoy! Cinnamon Sugar Pecan … Continue reading
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