Author Archives: Angie

Breakfast Burritos

Posted on May 16, 2020 by Angie

Sausage, egg, & cheese Bacon, potato, egg, & cheese Aside from tasting good and being a filling meal, they make easy leftovers. So while you may think, “I don’t need to make that many.” Rest assured when I say, it’ll … Continue reading →

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Doubletree Cookie Recipe

Posted on April 26, 2020 by Angie

Preparation: Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Line baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. In a stand mixer, cream the butter, sugar, & brown sugar on medium speed for 2 minutes. Add eggs, vanilla, lemon juice, & blend on low … Continue reading →

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Lemon Layer Cake with Lemon Poppy Seed Cream Cheese Frosting

Posted on March 31, 2020 by Angie

  For the frosting: 8 oz. cream cheese, at room temperature 1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature Pinch of salt Zest of 2 lemons Juice of 2 lemons 4-5 cups powdered sugar 3 tbsp poppy seeds Preparation For the … Continue reading →

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Pork Tacos

Posted on March 3, 2020 by Angie

This is a meal that comes together relatively quickly & in terms of the family, one we all agree on, which sometimes is a rarity. We use this kind of cheese: Ingredients: 1-2 lb. packages of pork stew meat Canola … Continue reading →

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Oatmeal Scotchies

Posted on February 23, 2020 by Angie

I’ve only had these cookies a handful of times with the last time being at least 15 years ago, if not longer. A few weeks ago, seemingly out of nowhere, I had a strong taste for them. I ignored it, … Continue reading →

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Books I Read in 2019

Posted on January 9, 2020 by Angie

Even though I maintain this site as my digital recipe box, the annual post I look forward to most is the collection of books I read throughout the year. In fact, ever since I committed to reading 52 books in … Continue reading →

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White Velvet Sugar Cookies

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Angie

It’s possible you’ve already retired your apron for the baking season because you are simply cookied out! I feel you, I’ve been there, read: may be there now. If, however, you’re getting a late start or are on a baking … Continue reading →

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Caprese Salad – Take Two

Posted on November 12, 2019 by Angie

The first time I posted about caprese salad it was for a serving of one. I would pack this for lunch during the summertime. It is no longer summer, but I don’t ascribe to the notion certain foods and/ or … Continue reading →

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Caramel Pecan Sticky Buns

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Angie

The moment the weather changes from a bright, warm sunny day to gray, cool, & overcast, you better believe I will be in the kitchen. Ingredients for the rolls: 1 cup whole milk, warmed to 110 degrees 1/2 cup granulated … Continue reading →

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Swiss Steak

Posted on September 17, 2019 by Angie

This dish was in regular rotation while I was growing up. It’s the perfect dish to use round steak with since it simmers & the end result is a super tender piece of meat that you can cut with a … Continue reading →

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