Recipes

October 1, 2021

Rajas con Queso

Creamy chilies, onion, and corn make up this traditional Mexican taco.

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by Lynne

July 5, 2021

Berry Smoothie

Choose your favorite fruit & yogurt to use in this delicious smoothie!

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by Lynne

June 1, 2021

French Dessert / Lemonade Pie

This luscious dessert is so easy to make!

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by Lynne

April 29, 2021

Jewish Cookies / Chewy Bars

These sweet, chewy bars contain no leavening.

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by Lynne

March 30, 2021

Bunny Cake

Turn an ordinary round cake into a bunny shape!

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by Lynne

March 30, 2021

Watergate Salad / Pistachio Salad / Pistachio Fluff

This delicious, easy-to-make salad was a staple at my family’s Easter dinners.

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by Lynne

March 30, 2021

Buttercream Frosting

This classic frosting is great for decorating.

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by Lynne

February 27, 2021

Irish Shake

Peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and green food coloring turn an ordinary milkshake into a delicious St. Patrick’s Day treat!

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by Lynne

February 27, 2021

Great-Aunt Effie’s Sugar Cookies

Soft, cake-like texture, tasting of vanilla and nutmeg—these are the sugar cookies of my childhood.

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by Lynne

February 26, 2021

Blarney Stones

Peanuts and frosting cover bite-size cake cubes in this Irish treat.

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by Lynne

February 25, 2021

Pound Cake

Nutmeg and vanilla flavors this dense cake.

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by Lynne

February 1, 2021

Angel Food Cake

This light and airy cake was my dad’s favorite!

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by Lynne

February 1, 2021

Hasselback Roasted Potatoes

Dress up baked potatoes with a knife, butter, and your favorite herbs and toppings!

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by Lynne

February 1, 2021

Roasted Cornish Hens

This diminutive poultry makes for an elegant main dish.

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by Lynne

February 1, 2021

Crème Brûlée

A creamy, vanilla-flavored custard topped with caramelized sugar.

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by Lynne

January 1, 2021

Slush

An icy, slushy punch that’s a hit with kids and adults alike!

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by Lynne

December 31, 2020

Quick & Easy Eggnog

Use a blender to render this non-alcoholic creamy concoction.

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by Lynne

December 28, 2020

Deluxe Eggnog

This eggnog takes a bit more time, but is well worth it!

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by Lynne

December 27, 2020

Bruce’s Deluxe Oyster Stew

A smoky, hearty, spicy oyster stew.

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by Lynne

December 27, 2020

Dad’s Oyster Stew

A plain oyster stew, just how my dad liked it.

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by Lynne

December 1, 2020

Apple Pie

My favorite apple pie recipe!

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by Lynne

November 2, 2020

Roasted Cauliflower & Cranberries

This festive recipe is simple and tastes amazing!

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by Lynne

November 1, 2020

Green Tomato Bread

When life gives you green tomatoes, make bread!

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by Lynne

November 1, 2020

Pumpkin Spiced Latte

A quick and easy version of this popular drink!

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by Lynne

October 1, 2020

Baked Omelette Casserole

Have leftover vegetables? Make this breakfast casserole!

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by Lynne

September 30, 2020

Shrimp Lo Mein

Choose your favorite veggies for this versatile noodle dish.

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by Lynne

September 1, 2020

Huitlacoche Quesadillas

Try this Mexican delicacy in your quesadillas!

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by Lynne

August 1, 2020

Ham Scalloped Potatoes (Non-Dairy)

All the taste of scalloped potatoes without the dairy!

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by Lynne

July 31, 2020

Harvard Beets

This sweet and sour sauce makes beets delicious!

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by Lynne

July 31, 2020

Green Bean Amandine

Garlic and almonds punch up the flavor of green beans in this tasty dish.

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by Lynne

June 29, 2020

Fudgy Brownies

A gooey, chocolately treat.

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by Lynne

June 29, 2020

Chewy Brownies

If you prefer your brownies dense but not gooey, try these!

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by Lynne

May 27, 2020

Spicy Sticky Pork

A sweet gingery and garlicky stir-fry.

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by Lynne

April 28, 2020

Italian Herb Bread

So good you can’t stop with just one slice!

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by Lynne

April 7, 2020

Pancakes

These flavorful pancakes are light and fluffy.

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by Lynne

March 31, 2020

Peanut Butter Cookies

These cookies use only three ingredients!

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by Lynne

March 31, 2020

Runzas

A yeast bread pocket with savory filling.

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by Lynne

March 30, 2020

Cream Cheese Frosting

A versatile frosting for cakes and cupcakes.

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by Lynne

March 30, 2020

Pumpkin Cupcakes

Even pumpkin-haters will love these!

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by Lynne

March 6, 2020

Chocolate Frosting

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by Lynne

March 6, 2020

Czech Chocolate Spice Cake (Perník)

The spices add a little kick to this chocolate cake.

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by Lynne

February 28, 2020

Kolaches

A delicious fruit-filled bread originating from Czechoslovakia.

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by Lynne

December 1, 2019

Giftable Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix

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by Lynne

November 5, 2019

Breakfast Syrup

A quick and easy homemade syrup for pancakes, waffles, and French toast.

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by Lynne

November 5, 2019

Catalina Dressing

This dressing is so good I could drink it straight…

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by Lynne

October 24, 2019

Veggie Salsa

A simple blend of tomatoes, peppers, and corn make the perfect accompaniment to fish.

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by Lynne

October 23, 2019

Salmon with Pineapple Salsa

A spicy pineapple salsa and wilted spinach accompany broiled salmon.

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by Lynne

October 22, 2019

Fried Apples

A childhood favorite! So simple and easy to make.

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by Lynne

October 22, 2019

Sausage & Peppers

Hot Chicken Sausages, Bell peppers, and Tri-Color Rotini combine to make a tasty main dish.

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by Lynne

October 17, 2019

Pizza Bites

I thought for sure my daughter would be excited about trying these. She wasn’t…

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by Lynne

October 2, 2019

Apple Crisp

I always receive rave reviews for this apple crisp! My daughter refuses to eat it.

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by Lynne

September 27, 2019

Garam Masala Chicken

Garam masala is the secret ingredient for this spicy curry.

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by Lynne