I have no time to bake, yet cookies are needed at pre-school, scouts, the party at dance class, and oh yeah, I did sign up for that cookie exchange. Ok, no time to panic. Let's put away the Martha Stuart aspirations and go with something easy, fast and of course, tasty. When I have no time to bake but have to have baked goods in less than 12 hours (mom, I promised we'd bring … [Read more...]
Waffle Iron Chocolate Chip Cookies
How to Make Chocolate Chip Cookies in a Waffle Iron Sometimes all a girl wants is just a chocolate chip cookie. Or two. Or four. (At least that's how I feel about cookies.) And that's one of the reasons I like to keep dough in my freezer at all times. For "one of those days." Before we go on... Patiently waiting. (Such is the life of a child of a food … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Old Bay Rotisserie Chicken
So many times I turn to the slow cooker for feeding my family. And often I try to put a new spin on a family favorite recipe just to make it stretch a little further for those hungry teens. Recently I paired two different slow cooker recipes. The result was delicious! My friend Phyllis, at Household Ways, inspired my Slow Cooker Old Bay Chicken recipe. I made a new … [Read more...]
Gourmet Homemade Microwave Popcorn
There are controversial chemicals in packaged microwave popcorn but our family loves to eat popcorn as a healthy snack, and I really enjoy the convenience of popping it in the microwave, so we simply make our own using brown paper lunch bags. It's quick and easy to make and also costs a fraction of the price of the packaged variety. All you need are a few simple … [Read more...]
BBQ Chicken Topped Potatoes
I've been on a potato kick lately. Big, big potato kick. Totally pregnancy related. But still, a big kick. I think it's the butter. I generally eat a low-fat diet and I sense that when baby needs to grow and needs some fat, I crave potatoes. Because my body knows that I will slather butter all over them and get some good fat into the potato. (Amazing, I think, how the … [Read more...]
Peppermint Bark Chex Party Mix
I wanted to make a treat for my family to snack on while we were decorating the tree, but I didn't want to spend a lot of time making it, so I came up with this fast and easy recipe for Peppermint Bark Chex Party Mix. To crush the candy canes without making a mess, place them in a ZipLoc bag and then roll a rolling pin over them. The Rice Chex added a delightful … [Read more...]
Mushroom Cranberry Stuffing
I love fruit in my stuffing. Whether it's cranberries, apples or dried cherries, I love how the sweetness from the fruit brings out savory and salty flavors in the stuffing. Paired with the earthy and hearty texture of mushrooms, it's a popular combination well beyond the Thanksgiving table. I also like to add a little extra broth to my stuffing because I like to keep it … [Read more...]
Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onion
I think I need a support group. Specifically, a Caramelized Onions support group. I could eat caramelized onions by the spoonful. I love the way they taste. I love the way they make my house smell when they are caramelizing. And I love the way they make mashed potatoes taste better. I will be taking these to our Thanksgiving feast. Rest assured. Mashed Potatoes with … [Read more...]
Gluten Free Oven Blueberry Pancakes Recipe
{Repin it} I've posted a new recipe for Gluten Free Oven Blueberry Pancakes over on my Food Allergies on a Budget Website! Print, save or share with your GF friends! … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Cranberry-Apple Pork Roast
So pork tenderloins were on super sale last week. So I bought one...with the intention of cutting it in half to use for 2 meals. I'd originally thought I would make 2 different meals, but as I was mixing this recipe up...I was completely overcome with the smells of the cranberry sauce and the many holiday memories that came with it. I got out another apple and another can of … [Read more...]