Although my family loves the ham and potatoes part of Christmas dinner, we all know we need a salad to go with it. Have you ever skipped your vegetables on these occasions? Well, I say that it’s a must to have your veggies on special occasions. Today, our holiday menu continues with our favorite Mandarin Orange […]
Old Fashioned Orange Jello Salad
February 1, 2023 by 6 Comments
An easy Orange Jello Salad recipe for you to cook in 15 minutes. It is an old-fashioned and delicious gelatin desert.
Chex Party Mix: Gifts from the Kitchen
January 24, 2023 by 11 Comments
Chex Party Mix has been a LONG time favorite in Doug’s family. My Mother-in-law, Marge, was very well known for her Party Mix and used to make 5-gallon containers full at Christmas time. Even though nothing measures up to her party mix, I do use her original recipe and it’s always a hit! I dressed […]
Old Fashioned Cloverleaf Rolls for Easter Dinner
January 23, 2023 by 4 Comments
We have been chatting about holiday traditions this week, coloring eggs, and Easter brunch recipes. Today I’d like to tell you a little about my Mom. She was an excellent cook, and many holidays were spent with family members and great food! One of the things she always made was cloverleaf rolls. I remember the aroma […]
Sweet Potato Fries with Marshmallow Dip
January 23, 2023 by 2 Comments
We have this ongoing fight in our house… Doug absolutely despises sweet potatoes. I think it’s pretty funny myself and was quite surprised when he suggested we make some Sweet Potato Fries for the Thanksgiving Leftover Party. Doug really can’t even stand the smell and won’t even touch any dishes that have sweet potatoes in […]
Learn The Most Popular Types of Apples
January 17, 2023 by 20 Comments
Learn what are the most popular types of apples around the world. Find out how to use these different species of apples when cooking.
Mashed Potato and Leftover Stuffing Patties (Thanksgiving Recipe)
January 17, 2023 by 8 Comments
Every year when we go shopping for Thanksgiving, Doug just shakes his head and laughs at me because of the size of the turkey that I buy. This year, we bought a 19-pound turkey. Not too big you say? Well, there are only 6 of us eating. But fortunately, there is the solution of the […]
How to Make a Valentine`s Day Romantic Dinner for 2: Cornish Hens with Mushroom Sauce Recipe
January 17, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Will you celebrate with a dinner out or eat at home? We enjoy going out, but some of the most memorable meals are those prepared and eaten in the comfort of our homes. You can make the 14th your special day by starting with a Valentine`s Day Breakfast […]
How to Make Old Fashioned Canned Candied Yams With Marshmallows?
January 12, 2023 by 7 Comments
Don’t you just love sweet potatoes? If so, try this simple Canned Candied Yams With Marshmallows recipe. It’s perfect for Thanksgiving!
Fun Halloween Food Idea for Kids: Spider Taco Ring
October 22, 2022 by 11 Comments
With Halloween quickly approaching, are you hosting a Halloween Party? Or maybe just making a fun dinner for the family before trick-or-treating? We are big fans of Halloween, and while my teens love all the scary movies and such, me – not so much. I would much rather create a Halloween dinner that everyone will […]