I am pretty sure afterschool snacks have evolved over the years and some are far healthier that what I used to eat. When I was growing up, for a spell, we had a housekeeper that also made the most delicious homemade cookies & sugar cinnamon doughnuts for when we got off the bus. It was for a very short period in our lives, but it … Continue reading Snacks from the past- Poop Cookies
Firstly I would like to wish all the mom’s out there a wonderful day of peace and relaxation doing whatever it is that makes you happy. I personally hope to get in 9 holes of golf this afternoon. This is my first mother’s day with nothing really planned. My normal mother’s day consists of me making my mother and mother-in-law either brunch or dinner and sometimes … Continue reading Mother’s Day – Pain Perdu
Who doesn’t need to use up some of the leftover ham from Easter? I swear the weather this weekend also helped dictate what I ended up making. It has been rainy, raw and just plain chilly, kind of like a fall day. It also helps that one of my favorite soups is creamy ham and asparagus. It is so satisfying, it is simple to make … Continue reading Ham & Asparagus Soup
Sorry this is a day late, we have been without internet for 4 days UGH! Today like the last 30 years has started off with a pancake & sausage breakfast to support our local Rotary Club. Let’s just say I would rather just donate money than actually attend and that is all I will say about it. My in-laws have been going to this … Continue reading Happy Easter – Carrot Cake – Cream Cheese Frosting
Last weekend my refrigerator was severely overloaded; my house was full of people and I had a lot of “different” ingredients leftover after it was all said and done. I really hate throwing food away so I try to use up whatever is left over before it goes bad. I love finding a recipe, buying the ingredients, making and eating whatever it may be. I … Continue reading Being Frugal – It’s a good thing
You know when you have a craving for something sweet and your cupboards are missing one of two of the vital ingredients for that cool new recipe you found online or even one of your own sweet staples. I had zero intention of going anywhere today its way too cold and windy outside. It was a very nice day to stay in and do much … Continue reading Curly Cues
