Old Fashion Banana Nut Oatmeal

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A fresh start means fresh ideas and fresh foods.  I’ve been eating healthier with all my meals and breakfast is no exception.  I know most of us buy the instant oatmeal but try making it from scratch next time!  I promise it will taste great and it’s much better for you because it will not… [Continue Reading]

The Perfect Pecan Pie Recipe

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I don’t normally like Pecan Pies because they are too sweet but I find that ones not made with additional sugar, are easier for me to eat. My Grandma made fantastic pecan pies. She never burned the edges and the insides were always settled well. This pecan pie recipe makes 3 pecan pies. I don’t… [Continue Reading]

Fast and Easy Mexican Candy with Pecans

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Over the next week I’ll be bringing a few Mexican treats like today’s Mexican Candy.   Coming from a partial Hispanic background and marrying into a Hispanic family, I’ve had the pleasure to eat some really delicious sweets that are super easy to make and VERY budget friendly! There are a few versions of Mexican Candy… [Continue Reading]

$1000 Chocolate Toffee Pecan Cookies

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Please welcome my guest poster. Lynn is a stay at home, homeschooling mom to three. She loves to cook and try all kinds of recipes. You can follow her adventures in the kitchen at Lynn’s Kitchen Adventures. My family loves cookies, and I am glad because cookies are one of my favorite things to bake…. [Continue Reading]

Banana Popsicles

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Yes, I realize these Banana Popsicles are more of a summer treat but sometimes you just crave something that is cold!  These are super easy to make and just plain good.  It’s one of the few ways my oldest will eat a banana.  Hey, it’s better than eating no banana right? INGREDIENTS: 3 or 4… [Continue Reading]

Easy Buffalo Chips Cookies

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BAHAHAHHAHAHAHA…gotcha huh!  Oh….I SO crack myself up. So my SIL read my Hershey’s post and was inspired to use some Hershey’s chocolate that she had handy in her own pantry!  You know, cookies are really easy to make, each batch usually makes a lot, and they’re always hit with everyone! Anyways, this post here was… [Continue Reading]