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Holiday baking time has begun! No-bake holly cookies 1/3 C butter or margarine 30 large marshmallows 1 tsp. green food coloring (about 30-40 drops) 3 C corn flakes 2 TBS small red cinnamon candies Mea...

The day after Thanksgiving we often ask, what can we do with these leftovers that might be a little different? Here are some suggestions. Turkey casserole 1/2 lb. turkey, shredded or torn into pieces ...

Here’s a great crock pot recipe and two super apple desserts. Easy crock pot dinner 2 lbs. stew meat 1 can cream of mushroom 1 packet brown gravy mix 1 packet Lipton dry onion soup mix 1 small can mus...

The perfect meal for a cool fall day is here. Roasted tomato and basil soup (This roasted tomato and basil soup is the ultimate in comfort food. Roasting the tomatoes gives the soup a deep, rich flavo...

The slow cooker or crock pot is so convenient to have a meal ready when you are gone all day. Try these varied recipes. Slow cooker beef stroganoff 2 lb. beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes 10 oz. f...

Mac & cheese is the all-American food. Everyone likes it and here are three really different recipes for this wonderful comfort food. Mac con queso 2 C (8 oz.) elbow macaroni 2 C milk 1 egg 6 tsp. McC...

When in doubt, make desert! Chocolate peanut butter yum 1-1/2 C Oreo crumbs 4 TBS butter, melted 6 oz. peanut butter chips 1 C heavy whipping cream, divided 6 oz. chocolate chips 12-15 mini Reese’s pe...

These recipes are just perfect for the fall season. Fall soup 1 medium-size butternut squash (peeled, seeded and cubed) 3 medium apples (cored and chopped coarsely) 2-1/2 C chicken or vegetable broth ...

There is still time to fire up the grill. Try this next time. Grilled salmon in foil 2 C uncooked instant rice 1-3/4 C chicken broth 1 C cut carrots 4 salmon fillets 1 tsp. lemon pepper seasoning 1/2 ...

Pumpkin season is almost here. The first recipe is a cute one for our children. Pumpkin treats red & yellow food coloring or orange gel coloring 5-1/2 C mini marshmallows 6 C crispy rice cereal 24 min...

The first recipe is my new favorite very low carb version of pizza. When I first tried it, I thought it might be too eggy tasting but that is not the case. The cheese and egg form a nice crust. Feel f...

Football season is here, so we need to make these brownies right away! Go Bucks! Buckeye brownies 1 box of brownies of your choosing For peanut butter cream: 1/2 C unsalted butter, softened 1 C creamy...

For those of us with a sweet tooth, here you are! Cinnamon roll dessert 3 C flour 1/4 tsp. salt 1 C sugar 4 tsp. baking powder 1-1/2 C milk 2 eggs 2 tsp. vanilla 1/2 C butter, melted TOPPING: 1 C butt...

Fresh fruit is everywhere now. Here are three interesting ways to prepare it. Gazpacho with watermelon 5 C chopped seedless watermelon 1/2 C chopped yellow onion 1/2 C chopped green peppers 1/2-1 tsp....

This is a good summertime dinner. Stuffed chicken 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 8 oz. fresh mozzarella, sliced into 8 slices 1 jar (12 oz.) of roasted red peppers sliced into 1-inch pieces 1 bun...

These are wonderful summer dessert recipes! Peanut bars (no bake) 8 TBS unsalted butter, melted 2 C graham cracker crumbs 1-1/4 C powdered sugar 3/4 C + 2 TBS creamy peanut butter, divided 1 C white c...

Fried chicken is the best picnic food. This version let’s you have your fried chicken that’s really baked. Cooking chicken in the oven cuts on calories while still providing that crispy crust that eve...

How about this for your next dinner? Broccoli chicken casserole 2 C cooked chicken, cut into cubes 2 C broccoli florets, fresh or frozen 2 C red bell pepper, chopped 2 C cubed bread 1-1/2 C cheddar ch...

Who doesn’t love potatoes? Yes, they have lots of carbs, but they also have potassium, so enjoy these potato recipes! Wonderful grilled potatoes 1/4 C Italian vinaigrette dressing 1 TBS pesto 2 cloves...

Lemons are a wonderful refreshing addition to any dish. Here are three lemon desserts. Lemon delight 1 C all-purpose flour 1/2 C plus 2 TBS chopped pecans, divided 1 stick butter, softened 1 8 oz. pkg...

Fruit is good for us, so these desserts, made with various fruits, must be good also, right? Layered banana split 2 C graham cracker crumbs 1/2 C butter, melted 8 oz. cream cheese, at room temperature...

Summer is a time for drinks, snacks and dessert. Here are three good summer recipes. Melon sangria 3 C mixed melon balls (watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew) 2-4 TBS honey, adjust to taste 1 lime, juice...

It’s time for more good, sweet recipes. I hope you enjoy all these. Mango sorbet 2 medium mangos, peeled and cubed 2 tsp. sugar 3/4 C yogurt In a food processor, process mango and sugar until smooth. ...

I’ve known Ted McGrew for many years, but never realized he was such a good grill cook. I recently enjoyed this London broil prepared by him. Immediately, I asked for the recipe. Included are comments...

Kool-Aid has been around for a lot of years, mainly as a sugary drink. Now try these recipes for summer desserts with Kool-Aid. Kool-Aid cake 1 pkg. (2-layer size) white cake mix 1 C boiling water 1 p...

Summer entertaining time is officially beginning. Here are three easy appetizers for a good start to that party. Parmesan zucchini 3 medium zucchinis garlic salt to taste 1 TBS olive oil 1/2 C grated ...

The first recipe is courtesy of Kae Zorman. Oh my gosh, if you like chocolate you will love this and it’s really easy. I have already served it twice. Double chocolate delight 32 Oreos crushed in a fo...

Quick cake cooked in a mug is the perfect snack for one or two people. Try these. They are all good! Chocolate peanut butter cake 1/4 C all-purpose flour 2 TBS unsweetened cocoa powder 2 TBS sugar 1/4...

This could be your next dinner! Quick beef stew 1 lb. beef top sirloin steak 2 TBS canola oil 1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen vegetables for stew 1 jar (12 oz.) beef gravy 2 TBS Worcestershire sauce 1/2 tsp. d...

The slow cooker (crock pot) is easy to use and almost like a miracle. You put ingredients into it in the morning and take it out at dinnertime, ready to eat. Try these varied slow cooker dishes. Meatb...