Author Archives: Angie

Lemon Green Bean Chicken Pasta

Posted on June 5, 2021 by Angie

Sometimes my husband surprises me with recipes that I would never have thought he’d be interested in trying and/ or liking. He brought this recipe to my attention, and while the original recipe calls for asparagus, and I cooked it … Continue reading →

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White Cupcakes with White, Chocolate, or Twist Frosting

Posted on April 13, 2021 by Angie

My birthday was last month, & like every year, I look forward to making my own birthday cake. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve discovered an appreciation for vanilla & have found, if given an option, I lean towards vanilla. Of … Continue reading →

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Broccoli, Rice, & Cheese Casserole

Posted on March 22, 2021 by Angie

Ingredients: 1 16oz bag frozen broccoli 1/2 cup diced onion 1 can cream of celery/ mushroom/ chicken soup 1 cup milk 1/2 lb Velveeta cheese 3 cups cooked rice 10-15 cranks of Fresh cracked pepper 12 Ritz crackers, crushed Preparation: … Continue reading →

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Tortellini Bake

Posted on March 8, 2021 by Angie

Served with a side salad, this is a low-fuss, tasty meal. Ingredients: 1 22oz package cheese tortellini 1 lb ground beef 1/2 an onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced Italian seasoning, per taste S & P, per taste Crushed red … Continue reading →

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Pecan Cream Pound Cake With Pecan Cream Cheese Frosting

Posted on February 24, 2021 by Angie

I spotted this recipe several months back & filed it away for future use & made it this past weekend when my aunt & uncle came to visit. I hadn’t yet made the frosting when they arrived & I kid … Continue reading →

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Recipe Redux: Spicy Pasta, Kielbasa, & Green Bean Bowls

Posted on January 30, 2021 by Angie

You know it’s time to update a recipe when your oldest moves out, makes dinner for herself, & declares, “Mom, I followed the recipe & you use a lot more seasoning than what’s listed.” Then a few months later, your … Continue reading →

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Books I Read In 2020

Posted on January 2, 2021 by Angie

2020, what a year! Despite the global pandemic, race riots, & a tumultuous presidential election, some things remained the same. Thankfully, I still sought & gained comfort & joy by reading; whether that was with hardbacks, paperbacks, kindle, or listening … Continue reading →

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Sausage & Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Posted on December 27, 2020 by Angie

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter 1 30oz package tater tots 1 lb bulk sausage 1 small onion 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese 8 eggs 1 cup milk 1/2 … Continue reading →

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Copycat Starbucks Petite Vanilla Bean Scones

Posted on December 26, 2020 by Angie

I don’t ever buy these scones at Starbucks for myself, but sometimes, I’ll have a bite of Leah’s. Yesterday when she & her friend made a double batch of these, they not only looked great, but they tasted delicious. I … Continue reading →

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Cinnamon Crackle Cookies

Posted on December 24, 2020 by Angie

Back in the day, before one could peruse the internet to their heart’s content, recipes were discovered by way of family, friends, cookbooks, & good ol’ fashioned magazines. People would actually have magazine subscriptions & look forward to receiving it … Continue reading →

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