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
I was watching a comedian on the Internet last week. The subject was advice women give to men. For instance, “Don’t cook bacon without a shirt on!” I laughed and thought, “That would sting, hot grease on a bare chest. … Continue reading
This flavorful cauliflower, seasoned with Everything Bagel Seasoning, is a breeze to make. With only 3 ingredients, it is perfect for a busy weeknight. Roasted Cauliflower with Everything Bagel Seasoning 1 head cauliflower, trimmed and separated into florets1 and 1/2 … Continue reading
It all started when my daughter and I were trying out a recipe for sticky drumsticks. We sampled the first batch and thought they were bland so Lindsey decided to make up her own flavor profile. They are now, as she … Continue reading
My daughter called me with a crisis. It rained where she lives in Oakland California (it hardly ever rains there) and ants, which decided to move in to avoid the wet weather, had invaded her. Now when I say “invasion” I’m … Continue reading
This is an easy roll recipe. No kneading. “That’s my style.” Roll into balls. “Easy Peasy.”Ready in about 2 hours. “I’m loving this…”Tastes like you’ve been baking all day. “Sign me up!” No Knead Yeast Rolls3 cups all-purpose flour2 Tablespoons granulated sugar1 package … Continue reading
Just in time for the holidays, Connie’s Graham’s Oatmeal Cookies are sure to please everyone on your Christmas list. Their texture is extra chewy with crisp edges. Loaded with toasted walnuts, white chocolate chips, and dried craisins these cookies are … Continue reading
Jalapeno Popper Dip is a huge hit in West Tennessee. The recipe comes from my super talented friend, Lana Robison, who lives in Bartlett, Tennessee. Lana says it tastes like restaurant jalapeno poppers but you don’t have to stuff, bread … Continue reading
During the holidays, most appetizers are heavy and full of cheese, sour cream, and cream cheese. I like to contrast heavy appetizers with a light one made with fresh fruit. Mixed fruit is cut into smaller, bite sized pieces and a … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Dinner is so traditional for some people that the menu never changes. If Aunt Sally’s rolls and Grandmother’s dressing aren’t on the menu, things just don’t seem right. Others, like my Aunt Nancy, like to change things up. You … Continue reading
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