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All Ducked Out
Introducing our Spring greeter...she's All Ducked Out on our front door! Inspired by bright colors of Spring, I created a welcoming, watering can decoration. I found a . I used masking tape to cover the copper and sprayed the can with Rust-Oleum American Accents paint in natural rust. It's a kit and I simply followed…
Tuscan Sausage Salad
I'm down with Spring Fever. It's time for an amazingly divine, Tuscan Sausage Salad. I am ready to lighten it up, offering fresh, crisp, salads, while spending less time in the kitchen and more time in sunshine! Now you know how I adore my Cheery Kitchen, but I love flowers and gardening almost as much.…
Impossible Coconut Pie
Leapin' Leprechauns...lucky for us! Just in time for National Pi Day, St. Patrick's Day and nearly Spring, here's a luscious Impossible Coconut Pie! Why impossible you ask? (more…)
Melt In Your Mouth Chicken
Are you ready for moist and tender baked chicken? Melt in Your Mouth Chicken is a Pinterest find from Food.com. It was a smashing success with our family, meeting all of our gastronomical challenges; yes it's gluten free, low-carb and was enjoyed by one and all! (more…)
Banana Nut Sheet Cake
I am a big fan of fresh baked cakes, and Banana Nut Sheet Cake is one of the very best! I have served it at weddings and parties through the years. I wish I could gather all of my blogging friends around my table for a warm cup of herbal mint tea and offer…
Aussie Chicken
So, Aussie Chicken was love at first bite, a true "down-under wonder!" I must admit we aren't Sunday football fans, but we enjoy having our family join us for easy eats and good times. With Mom and Dad partying at Disney World, we have been caring for three of our grandsons and so this weekend…
Maple Bacon Peanut Snack Mix
Are you ready for some game-day goodies? Maple Bacon Peanut Snack Mix is a super, crunchy, munchy, no-fumble kickin' treat. (more…)
Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Apples
"Oh Brussels Sprouts, Oh Brussels Sprouts"......tra-la-la-la-la-la-la! SNOW, finally Boise got lots of snow! We started up the Christmas tunes again and low and behold, we found some brussels sprouts in the garage fridge. We planned to roast them over the holidays and just never got around to it. I'm oh so glad because…
Potato Sausage and Egg Gratin
Our ward, or congregation, celebrated the holidays with a festive Christmas breakfast. This splendid gratin was served without sausage or bacon, instead with ham slices and a glorious array of fruit breads. Meet some of the chefs who shared the recipe with me and cooked for a huge group of hungry families that morning.…
Tortellini Sausage Soup
Surprise friends, Tortellini Sausage Soup is on, and this one is worth running for! My niece, Tagan, shared her Tortellini Sausage Soup with our family about 3 years ago and I have been dishing it ever since. Over the holidays I made it for company and promised I would share the recipe here. It's perfect with fresh…
Pepper Steak
"Happy New Year" friends! Can you believe it's 2012? I'm anxious to share my Pepper Steak recipe with you, but first how was your holiday? I'm hoping it was extra merry and bright and that like me, you are playing catch up after time with family and friends. My amazing mom joined us for two…
Merry Christmas to all!
"Without the empty tomb... there would have been no need for a manger." May all the joys of the season be yours now and throughout the new year. Merry Christmas to all!
Slow Cooker Peanut Clusters
Got candy? Well if you have a slow cooker and candy cups you can make Slow Cooker Peanut Clusters. Yeah, it's that time of year and this has got to be the easiest candy I've ever made. PLUS, there's enough for family, friends, gifts, and parties...it makes a ton! (more…)
Festive Four Grain Pilaf
My Christmas gift to you is a nutty, side dish, my sister Kim shared, Four Grain Pilaf. With colorful shredded carrots, onions, and chicken stock, it makes the most flavorful accompaniment to any meat or poultry you may be serving. Brown and wild rice, pearl barley, and bulgar combined give it such interesting texture and…
Oh Christmas Tree
Be merry all, be merry all; With holly dress the festive hall; Prepare the song, the feast, the ball, To welcome merry Christmas. ~William Robert Spencer Decorating for Christmas has been so delightful this year. First of all, it's the first year in our new home. Also, it will be our first Christmas at home…
Raspberry Sugar Muffins
Top of the muffin to ya-all! Raspberry Sugar Muffins are such a treat. So if you need a little sweet somethin', somethin' to pair with eggs, soup, salad, or a cup of warm herbal tea, here you go. (more…)
Maple Nut Sheet Cake
If you are a fan of Maple Bars and like a lot of 'em, you will be smitten with Maple Nut Sheet Cake. It's a Fall favorite around our place and is easy to take to parties and for tailgating too. (more…)
Winter Car Kit
We just returned from a road trip with our kids to Washington for Thanksgiving. I was extra grateful that the mountain passes were clear and we had an uneventful trip, but that hasn't always been the case. Several years ago we were traveling home on New Year's Day when a car of coeds pulled into…
Cranberry Salsa
Are you ready for some F O O T B A L L with turkey and all the trimmings? Well here's a game changer, Cranberry Salsa will make your day! It is just what it's, cranberry sauce and salsa! Delicious with chips or hot roasted turkey, Cranberry Salsa is the easiest thing you'll ever set…
Cranberry Pumpkin Cake with Caramel Glaze
I get a thrill when I spy the first bag of fresh cranberries in the produce section each Fall, I am crazy for cranberries! Cranberry Pumpkin Cake with Caramel Glaze is perfect for those who just love a few. Cranberry Pumpkin Cake with Caramel Glaze A "superfood" high in antioxidants, tart and crunchy, cranberries offer…
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