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  • Eggstra! Eggstra! Read all about ’em!

    How come you don’t refrigerate your eggs? If my eggs come into the house without any schmutz on them, I can leave them on the counter. They are protected by what the hen seals them in, called a bloom. It protects the egg from any bacteria getting into it; hence, refrigeration is unnecessary. If I clean them, then I immediately refrigerate them. They do go into the fridge eventually, but it’s nice having room-temperature eggs for baking and breakfast

    April 25, 2025

  • Smoked Salmon Dip Recipe

    Add the cream cheese, mayonnaise, white pepper, garlic, fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce,  dried dill, and smoked paprika to a medium mixing bowl (or food processor) and whip until well blended and creamy.

    April 24, 2025

  • BBQ Season Starts with Burger Stuffed Onion Rings!

    I love ordering onion rings when we go out, but it’s sometimes hit-and-miss due to the breading. When I saw a recipe for basically meat and BACON as “breading?”  Say Whaaa??? I had to try it out! Making them up is a little time-consuming, so be sure to pour your favorite beverage to keep you […]

    April 15, 2025

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    Easy Peppermint Bark

    Peppermint bark layers may separate if you have tried layering white chocolate made with palm oil over dark chocolate made with cocoa butter. The palm oil can prevent the two layers from sticking together.

    December 12, 2024

  • It’s Chocolate Zucchini Bread & A lot More

    “What ELSE can I make with this squash that maybe grew a little too BIG?!”

    Here is a delicious, moist, chocolatey treat you can make as bread. If you’d like to get creative, bake it in a 9 x 9 pan, spread some chocolate frosting over the top, sprinkle on some shredded coconut, and like magic, you have cake! 

    November 26, 2024

  • Turkey meatloaf with a honey mustard glaze

    Turkey Meatloaf

    Honey Mustard Glazed Turkey Meatloaf Recipe  This is a delicious and healthier alternative to ground beef meatloaf. Ingredients Meatloaf:  2 large eggs  2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce  1 Tablespoon mustard  1/3 cup milk  1 Tablespoon of tomato paste  1/2 teaspoon salt  1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper  1 teaspoon dried sage  1 teaspoon ground garlic powder  […]

    August 23, 2024

  • Recipe for Easy Pea Salad

    n a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, and white vinegar. Season with ¼ teaspoon salt and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper.
    2. Add peas, bacon, onion, and cheese to the same bowl and gently stir to coat.
    3. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving. Season with additional salt & pepper to taste.

    June 28, 2024

  • Classic Broccoli Salad Recipe

    Instructions
    1. Whisk together dressing ingredients in a medium bowl. Set aside.
    2. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, onion, cranberries, sunflower seeds/nuts, and bacon. Pour the prepared dressing over and mix well.
    3. It is best to cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

    June 28, 2024