I think besides chocolate and potatoes, pumpkins have to be my favorite food. I can’t ever seem to get enough, especially this time of year. We had a family get-together earlier this week and my sister-in-law brought this delicious pumpkin dessert. We loved it so much Bon Bon made it again yesterday. Super Moist Pumpkin […]
Spiced Pumpkin Waffles
When I first made these a couple of weeks ago I was worried my family wouldn’t like them. My fears were set to rest however when Special Dark (the pickiest of the bunch) came and started licking the batter from his fingers, over and over again! These are not too pumpkin-y. In fact I heard […]
Boston Cream Cupcakes
Every once in a while when I feel like being wicked I like to eat eclairs, or twinkies, or cupcakes that have cream filling. These cupcakes don’t have the typical fatty sugary filling, instead it is just pudding. These are so easy to make my daughters, Brownie and Fudge, followed the recipe themselves. Boston Cream […]
Raspberry Rhubarb Freezer Jam
We love both the tart taste of rhubarb and the sweet taste of raspberries. What better way to combine the two than in a jam? This recipe has the perfect balance of sweet and tart. We used rhubarb we had in the freezer from my SIL’s crop this spring. Raspberry Rhubarb Freezer Jam 6 cups […]
Apple Crisp Cups
Bon Bon wanted to make some kind of dessert involving apples. After looking through various cookbooks and searching recipes online she came up with this dessert on her own. Each individual cup has a light flaky crust thanks to the puff pastry. The presentation is lovely! Apple Crisp Cups Crumb Topping: 1/2 rolled oats1/2 cup […]
Multi Grain Pan Rolls
I haven’t made these delicious rolls in a while. For some reason I’ve been thinking about fall, even though it’s 100 degrees and muggy outside, and these rolls came to mind. They are very healthy, very filling, and oh-so-yummy. Initially made with three different grains: oatmeal, bulgur, and wheat, many times I substitute cooked seven-grain […]
Yummy Cereal Mix
Warning: This mix is very addictive. You canNOT stop with just one handful. It’s a great recipe to take to any get-together. Yummy Cereal Mix 1 box Corn Chex cereal1 box Golden Graham Cereal2 cups shredded coconut2 cups nuts – almonds, pecans, or walnuts3/4 cup butter1 cup sugar1 cup corn syrup In an extra large […]
Mini S’mores & Donuts
Fudge and Cookie decided to have a ‘sweet’ tea party with their dolls today. On the menu: mini s’mores, mini powdered donuts, and mini chocolate donuts. These are so simple the little girls made them by themselves. Mini S’mores 10 Golden Grahams Cereal Squares5 mini marshmallows5 chocolate chips Place 5 Golden Graham Squares on a […]
Frog Eye Salad
Mormons are famous for having a variety of side dishes and weird salad combos served at their church gatherings. I love this one, named for the appearance of the small acini de pepe noodles and the green pistachio pudding. It is delicious! I seem to be craving it often during this pregnancy. Frog Eye Salad […]
Fresh Mozzarella Basil & Tomato Pasta Salad
This has to be one of my all-time favorite easy summer dinners. I love the fresh taste of homegrown tomatoes and basil mixed with fresh mozzarella cheese and pasta. Any pasta will work. I use whatever is on hand. This can be eaten hot or cold making it great for a dinner out on the […]
Garden Chicken Dinner
Recipes that use the slow cooker (crockpot) are so nice for easy Sunday dinners. This one is a favorite. It truly is a one-pot meal. We serve it with fresh homemade bread. Garden Chicken Dinner 4 carrots, cut into 2-inch lengths1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup sliced celery2 cups cut green beans (or 1 15-oz can)4 […]
Peanut Butter Blondies
I have a brother who harbors a soft spot for all things peanut butter. These bars are so delicious. They are pretty sweet and definitely calm the peanut butter craving. Peanut Butter Blondies 2/3 cup softened butter or margarine1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup white sugar3/4 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter2 eggs1 tsp. vanilla1/3 […]
Quesadillas
Quesadillas are a quick go to meal at our house. It’s easy to vary the filling depending on what you have on hand. We broil ours in the oven for a crunchy tortilla. Pictured here is a chicken and black bean filling. Quesadillas (basic) 6 flour tortillas2 cups shredded cheese, monterey jack, cheddar, or pepper […]
Strawberry Torte
Last month for Relief Society we had a progressive “Dinner Around the World.” We had an appetizer from Ecuador, a main dish from England, and this Strawberry Torte from Germany. I was asked to make the torte. The recipe is actually fairly simple but does require time. It tastes heavenly!!!! I changed the instructions of […]
Mexican Grilled Corn
My dad first made this for us several years ago while he was visiting, I think when Cookie was born. It is a recipe we look forward to making every summer. It is SO GOOD!!! Make sure to have plenty of ripe, sweet corn on hand to grill as everyone will come looking for seconds. […]