This one is tried and true, for more years now than I care to recollect. My family never tires of this home-cooked, comfort food. Sure warms up the soul.
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Friday, September 3, 2010
Sunday, April 25, 2010
What is Provel Cheese?
Unique to St. Louis, one taste and you either love it or hate it (most do love it). See the Wiki entry here . Our family buys it in 5 lb blocks from the Italian Market on Bryan Rd. Almost 1/2 the price we'd pay at a grocery!
Saturday, April 3, 2010
Easter S'Mores
Everyone loves these anytime of year. Easter just gives us one more excuse to glamorize them. Easy-peezy and fun to do with the kids.
Ingredients:
Peeps - pick your favorite
M&Ms - Easter colors of course
Graham Crackers - I used Teddy Grahams for ease of assembly and yum-factor, sticks would be good for this purpose also
Directions:
Assemble ingredients by layers in a clear or glass container. The original recipe called for a small Mason jar but I used some fun glasses found at the dollar store. Enjoy "raw" or warm for a very short time (no more than 10 sec) in microwave.
Ingredients:
Peeps - pick your favorite
M&Ms - Easter colors of course
Graham Crackers - I used Teddy Grahams for ease of assembly and yum-factor, sticks would be good for this purpose also
Directions:
Assemble ingredients by layers in a clear or glass container. The original recipe called for a small Mason jar but I used some fun glasses found at the dollar store. Enjoy "raw" or warm for a very short time (no more than 10 sec) in microwave.
Friday, March 12, 2010
Clementine Cosmos
If you like Cosmos and you like oranges, watch out...this one's a tempting concoction! To make this perfect, you'll need martini glasses and a cocktail shaker. If you have suggestions on variations, please comment below. Click Read More for full recipe.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Individual Fruit Pizzas
I'm sure many of you have a favorite sugar cookie recipe so if you have one, feel free to substitute. I found this one online and made these for a baby shower and they were so yummy. I used flower and butterfly cookie cutters and then used the fruits to decorate them. I used the sliced strawberries for butterfly wings and kiwis for centers of flowers with blueberries for petals. Cute and tasty.
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Amish Cinnamon Friendship Bread
This recipe requires you have a starter bag of batter. You'll know when you get one. The main reason I wanted to list this recipe is for everyone to share their variations, do's and don'ts. Please leave any comments you may have about this yummy bread.
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Chocolate Martini
There are thousands of variations of this drink, I found great recipes on www.drinksmixer.com. I found this one and altered it just a touch and think it tastes best made as below. Enjoy!
Homemade pudding
Just like my mom made. :) No instant pudding here folks, be prepared to use a pot on the stove but it's well worth it!
Friday, January 8, 2010
Banana Buttermilk Bread
The basic but fantastic banana bread. For something more special, check out the Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip Banana Bread.
Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip
If you like chicken wings and cheese (and who doesn't?), and you haven't tried Buffalo Wing Dip...now is your chance. This recipe tastes great, is easy to make, and you can adjust the amounts of most of the ingredients to your specific taste. Like blue cheese? Use all blue cheese dressing. Like ranch? Use more ranch! That easy!
Monday, January 4, 2010
Breakfast Casserole
It doesn't really get any easier than this. Every time I make this, there are no left-overs. Great for hosting a large or small brunch. I like to make them in throw away pans and toss in the freezer for later use.
Oreo Cookie Pie
The name says it all. Or, just call it Bridget's favorite. OK, it's mine too. Quite tasty but of course, my favorite cookies are Oreos so I guess it's no surprise. I've found this recipe makes a bit more than a 9" pie, so I like to make a smaller version for the kids. This ensures they get some in case the guests eat all the dessert!
Chicken and Grape Salad
A fresh new twist on the standard chicken salad. I had no idea these ingredients would combine to make the best chicken salad ever! This recipe serves 6-8. Best on croissants but quite tasty on whole grain as well.
Sunday, January 3, 2010
Easy Microwave Fudge
Why spend hours stirring a hot pot? Use a microwave - this is a tasty recipe for fudge that is easy enough for ANYONE to make!
Sloppy Joes
I know, Sloppy Joe sauce comes from a can. But who likes the taste of tin? Seriously though, most store-bought Sloppy Joe contains MSG (mono-sodium glutamate) which I'm intolerant of...really I am. So I found this one and tested - it's so much better than any can!
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
I've tried many but this is my personal favorite - and my kids' too!
Braunschweiger Dip (Liver Pate)
Spell check can't fix that word! I had no idea that was not a standard word in the English dictionary, especially when I could find that "meat" any given day in the family fridge. Well, here is a yummy use for this uniquely German meat. Also of interest...learn more about the difference between Braunschweiger and Liverwurst.
O'Toole Pot 'O Beans
Anyone who has known me for a while has tasted (or at least seen) this dish. Handed over to me from my sister-in-law (thanks Lori!), they are the best beans you'll ever eat. Beware..this is not a "light" dish but well worth it, especially at a BBQ or by camp fire. This dish also works well in a crock pot or simmering for some time in a large pot on stove (in home or over fire).
Avocado Quiche
I love quiche and this is one of my favorites to make. It's a nice change of pace from the standard meat/cheese quiche. Note: This recipe yields TWO quiches!
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