Sunshine’s Secret Fudge

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Baking for others is one of my favorite things to do during the holidays. I enjoy making treats for others because they know it comes from the heart. I have always enjoyed baking (desserts mostly) and have always found it so much fun to make all kinds of goodies and wrap them in cute gift… [Continue Reading]

Tis the Season to Eat Some Jerky (Beef or Deer)

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Another post from SIL who by the way, makes the BEST jerky!!! I noticed that she used World Harbors Jerk Sauce for one of the ones she makes.  If you’ll remember, they also make FANTASTIC Barbecue sauce!!! From her…….. I challenged My father in law to a jerk off.  I had to come up with… [Continue Reading]

Cocktail Wieners

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Something easy to whip up for company or as a snack for yourself, is some good ol’ cocktail wieners!  What else is there to say eh? INGREDIENTS: * 1 (16 oz) package lil’ smokie sausages * 1 (8 oz) jar chili sauce * 1 (8 oz) jar grape jelly DIRECTIONS: In a saucepan over medium… [Continue Reading]

Bacon Brunch Bites

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These tasty appetizers are easy to make, delicious, and make for a great presentation thanks to Pillsbury.  Although I suggest that you don’t play on the computer while cooking them or they’ll end up slight darker than they should be! Now I’m sure you’ve seen Pillsbury Crescents and Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls but have you seen… [Continue Reading]

Insalata Caprese

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My whole family loves Insalata Caprese, a simple tomato and mozzarella salad. We first enjoyed it while stationed in Vicenza, Italy. It makes for a delicious, light and easy meal. Perfect for brunch. Or maybe even a tea party. Come on, I’ll show ya how to make it. Put on your apron! Gather up some… [Continue Reading]

Entertaining Guests with an Appetizer & Wine in 20 Minutes!

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Have you ever been told last minute that guests will be arriving for a visit and have nothing quick to serve up?  Well, I have…too many times to count I might add but Pillsbury has a solution.  I make a lot from scratch I admit but sometimes I just don’t want to or have the time… [Continue Reading]

5-Minute Mex-Tex Dip

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Got company coming over unexpectedly?  No problemo people!  I got you covered with this super fast easy to make Mex-Tex Dip.  In fact, if you’ve got 5 minutes and 3 ingredients, you’re good to go! There are several variations of this and my sister-in-law, Bell, was the one that introduced this one to me.  It’s… [Continue Reading]

Kowboy Kabobs

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If you ain’t grillin’, you ain’t feelin’…………the yummy in your tummy!  With the electric bills sky high and of course Summer still here, we try to cook as much as possible outside and shrimp is no exception.  What I love about skewers, is that you can put anything you want on them and it always… [Continue Reading]

Sparkling Peach Soup

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This is a guest post by belhoste. I fell in love with chilled soup at a French restaurant many, many years ago. I didn’t want to have to travel out of state every time I had a craving for it, so I started trying out my own versions. Honestly, a few of them turned out… [Continue Reading]

A Little Bit of Mountain Oyster Cowboy Cuisine

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Do you have a clue of what I’m referring to???  Well, if you don’t, let me just tell you exactly what it is.  CALF NUTS,  CALF FRIES, or even BULL BALLS!   Oh yeah, I bet you’re licking your lips right now ain’t ya?!  LOL. Believe it or not, this is a cowboy favoriteJ  Not mine… [Continue Reading]

The Ultimate Party Cheese Dip

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I am  a fan of Velveeta and I absolutely LOVE this cheese dip!  It’s a favorite among many I know and will never go out of style.  Before I get to the recipe, I thought I’d share some fun food facts with ya about Velveeta. From the fine folks at Food Reference: Velveeta© was initially… [Continue Reading]

Holy Moly, Guacamole! I Looooove me some Dip

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I’m a huge fan of guacamole dip and I love it to eat it different ways.  While we usually eat it in a more chunkier fashion, we decided to have a creamy version this week.   I would love to hear how you make yours.  Tell me in the comments or blog about it and leave your… [Continue Reading]

Helping Lori Cook Up Something Green Red and Organic!

Guest post written by Sommer who’s a Green & Clean Mom.   Learn how being “green” can be sassy, sexy, & fun! I’m always teasing Lori about “going green” and using more natural organic ingredients. I’m really just teasing her, I’m far from perfect. I just try everyday to be some shade of green and think… [Continue Reading]