This is a story from when my three year old grand nephew, Reed, visited at Christmas. He was just beginning to figure out who Santa and the elves are. This was our conversation. Reed says, “My Elf’s name is Kringle … Continue reading
Many factors go into making the ultimate cinnamon roll. First, you want a cinnamon roll that is moist and won’t be rock hard the next day. The Japanese have solved this problem by using a Tanzhong. Tanzhong is a mixture … Continue reading
My Dad’s favorite biscuits were what he called “Cat Head” Biscuits. They were called that because the biscuits were literally the diameter of a cat’s head. Instead of being crumbly on the outside and soft in the middle these biscuits … Continue reading
marydukecooks.com Sausage Cheese Muffins With three children you can always count on someone being late when getting ready for school. I’m at the bottom of the stairs yelling, “Let’s Go! Let’s Go!” as my children are running down the steps. … Continue reading
Most egg casseroles have the same texture. They are warm and comforting like mashed potatoes but they are, well, Mushy! This casserole has a layer of egg casserole, crisp tender asparagus, fresh tomatoes, and crunchy bread cubes on top. It … Continue reading
Blueberry Muffins 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened2 cups granulated sugar4 large eggs3 cups all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon iodized salt1 cup milk1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon almond extract3 cups fresh blueberries4 tablespoons powdered sugarGranulated sugar for sprinkling on … Continue reading
Sausage Balls are great for breakfast, brunch or just about any time of day! I store bags of them in the freezer and my kids wipe them out when they come home. Sausage Balls 1 and 1/2 pounds hot sausage4 … Continue reading
Perfect for those mornings when you are rushing out the door to school or work this breakfast is healthy and will get you on your way! Prepared the night before, these mini omelets can be refrigerated and reheated in the … Continue reading
When I worked as a registered dietitian at the city hospital in Memphis, Tennessee sometimes we would prepare quiche for the patients at lunch. For some reason the cooks called quiche, “Quincy.” Pretty soon everyone in the kitchen referred to quiche … Continue reading
Christmas is full of traditional sweets. My aunt Kakie’s peanut butter cookies and my cousin Clark’s fudge are beloved family recipes that will be passed down to the next generation. Some holiday sweets arrive at our doorstep as gifts from … Continue reading
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