Every year as soon as my kids come home for Christmas, they look to see which sweets they want to eat first. Each of them has their favorite. Bill loves orange rolls. Daniel’s favorite is cinnamon rolls, and Lindsey makes … Continue reading
It’s starting to feel like Doc and I live in the woods with Goldilocks and the 3 bears but in this story it’s Doc, the three snakes, and me. About 3 weeks ago “Papa” snake shed his skin on our … Continue reading
Buttermilk Biscuits marydukecooks.com I can remember my aunts making biscuits daily. I had no idea that this wasn’t normal…that others ate biscuits from a can, freezer, or fast food restaurant. Trust me there is nothing wrong with that… I got … Continue reading
Cheese Grits with Bacon, Eggs, and Balsamic Roasted Tomatoes Balsamic Roasted Tomatoes8 Roma tomatoes, cored and cut in half lengthwise2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 tablespoon balsamic vinegarFreshly ground black pepper and sea salt, to taste Preheat oven to 400ºF. Cover a … 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
This is a great school or work breakfast. Bake oatmeal the night before, refrigerate and reheat in the microwave. Breakfast in a jiffy! You can easily multiply this recipe for larger families. Enjoy!Baked Oatmeal 1 cup old fashioned oatmeal1 teaspoon cinnamon3 tablespoons … Continue reading
Almond Poppy Seed Min-muffins are one of my all-time favorite muffin recipes. It is hard to stop eating these moist muffins! Almond Poppy Seed Mini-Muffins 3 cups all-purpose flour2 ¼ cups granulated sugar1 ½ teaspoons baking powder1 ½ teaspoons iodized salt1 ½ tablespoons poppy seeds1 ½ cups canola oil1 ½ cups milk3 … Continue reading
marydukecooks.com Scott’s Strawberries are in season! Here is a recipe for Strawberry Freezer Jam. I always find the Sure Jell instructions a little confusing so I thought more detailed instructions might be helpful. Enjoy! Strawberry Freezer Jam 2 quarts strawberries 3 … Continue reading
Lindsey McCartt’s French Toast with Blueberry Syrup and Orange Whipped Cream is an “over the top” breakfast or brunch treat. When you serve this French toast expect to hear ooh and mmm at your breakfast table! This recipe was developed … Continue reading
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