Recipe Name: Tiger Woods Chili THIS CHILI IS WAAAY ABOVE PAR!!! Who doesn't love a great bowl of lip smackin' chili! Far be it from me to capitalize on someone's woes--but I just couldn't resist the pun. This chili is spicy and delightful and it's hard to stop at one bowl. I love to serve it with buttered cornbread muffins--sometimes homemade and sometimes I just cave in and use Jiffy mix. (Ok, so Tiger's game might not be so hot this season--but his name sake chili sure … [Read more...]
Sausage Stuffed Squash
Can you say that three times fast? With summer winding down, it's time to use all the fresh produce that is soon to be out of season! This recipe is easy and will satisfy even the pickiest of eaters! Thanks to Women's Day for this great end of summer recipe! Ingredients: 4 medium summer squash (zucchini, yellow or a combination), halved lengthwise 12 oz Italian pork sausages, casing removed (can substitute turkey sausage) 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes in juice with roasted … [Read more...]
Carrie’s Magic Finger Jell-O!
COUSIN CARRIE’S MAGIC FINGER RIBBON JELLO **Taken from Jan Leasure's Inflation Proof Recipes! My cousin Carrie gave me this recipe for this delicious eye-catching impressive Jell-o concoction back when we were both "twenty-somethings!" The bad news for us is that we are no longer 20--the good news is that this recipe REALLY stood up to the test of time! This recipe is as interesting and fun "now" as it was "then". I do not know why this is but I find that this recipe … [Read more...]
Cauliflower & Squash Gratin
I don't think I know anyone that doesn't like a good gratin. This is a fantastic recipe that puts a spin on the typical gratin. Although made with cauliflower and squash - if you are watching your calories, this may not be the recipe for you! Thanks to Woman's Day for this yummy side dish! Ingredients: 1/4 cup plain dry bread crumbs 1 head cauliflower (about 2 1/4 lb), cut in florets (8 cups) 1 medium butternut squash (about 1 1/4 lb), peeled, cut in half, seeded and cut in … [Read more...]
SIMPLE RED WINE CAKE
RED WINE CAKE! (I recently served a wine cake – pre-made – purchased from Sunset Foods that was very impressive. In my quest for a recipe my cousin served up this recipe contributed from someone at her church. LOVE IT!) This recipe was so simple and cheap I couldn't believe it. I got my cake mixes on special … [Read more...]
Gluten-Free Homemade Muddy Buddies
Here is the gluten-free version of Chex Muddy Buddies - delicious and so easy to prepare! Great snack or dessert! Prep Time: 15 min Start to Finish: 15 min Makes: 18 servings (1/2 cup each) Ingredients 9 cups Rice Chex®, Corn Chex® or Chocolate Chex® cereal (or combination) 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup peanut butter 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar Directions Into large … [Read more...]
Jello In Melon (Fabulous & Refreshing)
I was at a summer party this weekend and can't believe that I have never run across this colorful and refreshing use for Jello! I couldn't get up fast enough the next morning to make some myself! Hope this is new to you as well and that I am not the only person on earth who hasn't made these yet. Here is what you will need--so simple! At the party I attended they used Cantaloupe, Honeydew & very small watermelons for variety. If you need to bring a dish ANYWHERE here is one that … [Read more...]
Jan’s Basic Delicious Deviled Eggs!
Jan’s Basic Deviled Eggs I Love Deviled Eggs & have no problem making a meal just of plain simple deviled eggs. My favorite plain recipe is this one, sometimes I add two TBS of finely chopped onions for a little zing. I have about two dozen more deviled egg recipes that I will share as we go along. Not only are deviled eggs one of my favorite "food groups" --kidding--but they are inexpensive, nutritious and usually welcome when you are asked to … [Read more...]
Cucumber Dill Salad
Fast & Easy Cucumber Dill Salad This is a fast and easy AND refreshing Cucumber Dill Salad with Light Sour Cream & Miracle Whip Light 1/2 cup BREAKSTONE'S Reduced Fat or KNUDSEN Light Sour Cream 1/4 cup MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill 1 Tbsp. lemon juice 2 large cucumbers, sliced 1/4 tsp. black pepper Mix sour cream, dressing, dill and lemon juice. Pour over cucumbers in large bowl; toss to coat. Sprinkle with … [Read more...]
Marinated Heirloom Tomato Salad
Marinated Heirloom Tomato Salad Having guests for dinner on a warm night? Or, if you're packing a picnic, assemble this salad right in the container you'll transport it in; otherwise, layer it on a serving platter. Prep time: about 20 minutes, plus at least 30 minutes to chill. Since this is made from Heirloom tomatoes you can pick the "Mortgage Ender" variety just for fun! My Farmer's Market is always inspiration to make a fresh tomato salad and this one is a winner! If you like tomatoes … [Read more...]




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