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Creamed Chicken

This dish right here is nostalgia on a plate and it’s similar to chicken and dumplings. It reminds me of my childhood and visiting my grandparents farm. The dish is rather simple and from my earliest of memories, it’s been one … Continue reading

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Sausage and Cheddar Cheese Scones

While breakfast during the weeks is kept fairly simple, I do like to spend a bit more time in the kitchen on the weekends. Take these scones for instance, these are perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch. They’re flavorful … Continue reading

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Soft Boiled Eggs & Toast

When it comes to breakfast during the week, I tend to stick with one thing for long periods of time until I tire of it and move onto the next. Those items over the last several years have included the following, … Continue reading

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Cheesey, Chunky Potato & Ham Soup

  ’tis the season of frigid temperatures and comfort food and this soup is the answer to just that kind of day. Ingredients: 1 white onion, chopped 4 russet potatoes, peeled and diced 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1 32oz. container … Continue reading

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Browned Butter Waffles

It never ceases to amaze me how one modification to an ingredient can completely alter the taste. Take butter for instance. On its own, it’s good, multi-purposeful, and enhances just about everything that it’s combined with,  whether baked or cooked. Butter browned … Continue reading

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Sparkling Cranberry White Chocolate Cake

It doesn’t take much to make me happy. I believe wholeheartedly in simple pleasures and enjoying the little moments that, in the end, make for big, memorable moments. The thoughtful cards, smiling eyes, the company of good friends, and robust … Continue reading

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Marranitos (little pigs)

My husband and I never really dated. It’s a long story, and like any good love story, had a bit of drama associated with it. While I’m not going to go into our “love story”, I will tell you this: … Continue reading

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Pecan Pie

Pecan pie is one of my favorites. I’ve made it only a handful of times, if even that. I love the nutty caramel filling goodness. It’s so decadent and something that I only ever have on occasion. I don’t recall having … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Pie

Thanksgiving has come and gone as has this pie. While it’s not so much a favorite of mine, I do enjoy the annual slice come this holiday. The girls; however, love pumpkin pie and look forward to it every year so … Continue reading

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Spicy Pasta, Kielbasa, & Green Beans

When pressed for time, and you’re in need of a quick meal, this one has all the main attractions: protein, carb, and veggie. Ingredients: 2 packages kielbasa or smoked sausage, sliced 2 15oz cans green beans, water drained 1 14.5oz … Continue reading

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