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Smothered Chicken Recipe

Smothered Chicken Recipe

Here’s another wonderful recipe from my Mom’s regular rotation, but I have no idea of its origin. Either way, this was and still is one of my favorite comfort dinners and is great when I need something warm but not heavy.

Fruit Juice Gummies Recipe

Fruit Juice Gummies Recipe

A wonderful treat that tastes like a cross between a gummy bear and a jello shot. Delicious with no refined sugar.

Fashion Green Beans Recipe

Fashion Green Beans Recipe

Haricots vert vert a l’ancienne is the official name of this classic French dish and is brought to us by my sis Suz who found it in a 1976 Vogue Magazine Article.

Michele’s Classic Fudge Recipe

Michele’s Classic Fudge Recipe

I’ve been searching for a really good fudge recipe, and continuously fail. This Classic Fudge recipe was a clear winner and comes from my friend Michele who really does make the best fudge around.

Justin’s Stewed Cinnamon Apples Recipe

Justin’s Stewed Cinnamon Apples Recipe

When kids cook, something magical happens. My son decided one day that he had an idea for apples. This was the result. A tangy and delicious cinnamon apple that makes the house smell like the holidays.

Dani’s Banana Bread Recipe

Dani’s Banana Bread Recipe

This was an easy banana bread that was so moist and delicious. Full of banana flavor, yet not overpowering. Thank you Dani for sharing!

Hot Spiced Wine (Mulled Wine) Recipe

Hot Spiced Wine (Mulled Wine) Recipe

Perfect for a cold winter night or a holiday gathering. Just having this simmer on the stove makes it smell like the holidays.

Eliza Makes Pumpkin Seeds

Eliza Makes Pumpkin Seeds

These are my favorite cooking videos. Creative and fun. Joey and Eliza are a creative and talented couple who definitely know how to have fun. In this latest installment, Eliza shows us how to make Pumpkin Seeds.

Santa Maria Beans Recipe

Santa Maria Beans Recipe

This recipe is traditionally served with grilled Santa Maria Tri-Tip, Santa Maria-Style Salsa, and corn tortillas. Santa Maria has it’s own regional ingredients which lend to an amazing meal.

Cherri’s Salmon Patties Recipe

Cherri’s Salmon Patties Recipe

This was one of my mom’s favorite recipes and is definitely a family favorite as well. Simple to prepare, these Salmon Patties work well with leftover salmon and with canned salmon.