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Blog resurrection… What’s Cooking!

Posted on Saturday, March 17th, 2012

My poor blog didn’t even remember me when I tried to log-in… that’s a bad sign isn’t it? Well, I’m going to try to resurrect things here.  A few sweet friends have inspired me, and there are so many sweet/funny/delicious/memorable things I could be sharing… as much for our looking-back pleasure as for others to […]

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What’s Cookin’ – First Week of School wrapup

Posted on Thursday, August 18th, 2011

So with the kids at school, I’ve got so much I could be doing. Cleaning, projects, errands… But this week, I’ve used my *favorite* procrastination technique… concocting lovely things in the kitchen! Here’s a bullet list of the highlights: Peaches & Cream Muffins – brought peaches back from South Carolina last week.  Awesome.  I love, […]

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What’s Cooking – Monster Cookies

Posted on Wednesday, May 4th, 2011

I repeated last year’s easy, delicious end-of-the-year gifts today… These amazing Monster Cookies with a cute little “thank you” tag. This is a Taste of Home recipe, and I can’t imagine a better monster cookie. Yum! Ingredients: 1 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup butter, softened 1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar 1 cup sugar 3 eggs […]

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What’s Cookin’ – Doughnut Muffins

Posted on Tuesday, June 8th, 2010

Man oh man… so much going on here.  Summer is totally wearing me out.  Overnight Girl Scout camp with Analise on Friday, birthday parties for both kiddos last week, Girl Scout Day Camp everyday this week (including 1.5+ hours in the car each day!), getting ready to leave for St. Louis/Wisconsin/Minnesota on Friday…We won’t mention […]

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What’s Cookin’ – Darn Good Chocolate Cake (for the Glad to Give Virtual Bake Sale)

Posted on Friday, May 14th, 2010

It’s unbelievable that I haven’t ever posted this recipe. It’s a highly requested and anticipated dessert at Clearwater Community Church events.  I’m not exaggerating when I say I make it probably 3x a month, sometimes once or twice a week, depending on what events our schedule holds. It is fail-proof. Seriously moist, and super-chocolatey, without […]

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What’s Cookin’ – Asian Slaw

Posted on Wednesday, May 12th, 2010

Not a great name for this tasty salad, so leave me any suggestions you have! Asian Slaw 1/4 c butter 1 pkg ramen noodles, broken into small pieces (toss the flavor packet) 1/2 c slivered almonds 1/2 c sunflower seeds Melt butter in a skillet.  Saute all until toasted and golden. (Be warned… turns the […]

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What’s Cookin’ – Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Posted on Tuesday, May 11th, 2010

Thanks to Money Saving Mom for this delicious recipe! (Click over for her photo!) It’s a big batch, but great for freezing.  And don’t let the pumpkin turn you off… It’s just a sweet cake-y chocolate chip muffin with a hint of cinnamon.  Yum! Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins 4 eggs 2 cups sugar 1 (16 […]

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What’s Cookin’ – Farmhouse Chicken

Posted on Tuesday, May 11th, 2010

I tried this yummy chicken recipe last night, and it was a huge hit with all of us! Farmhouse Chicken by Kraft Foods 1/4 cup flour 1/2 tsp. pepper 4 small bone-in chicken breast halves (1-1/2 lb.), skin removed 1/4 cup KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing 2 cups baby carrots 1 onion, cut into wedges […]

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What’s Cookin’ – Garlic Herb Braid

Posted on Monday, May 10th, 2010

I came across this recipe, and immediately made it for Life Group.  It was AMAZING!  Perfect with any meal, and it looks so fancy!  But it’s so easy, too!  It’s definitely going to be made again and again! Thanks, Dine & Dish! Garlic Herb Braid from Taste of Home’s Simple & Delicious (click over for […]

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What’s Cookin’… Easter Resurection Cookies!

Posted on Friday, April 2nd, 2010

I have always wanted to make these with the kids, but the Saturday before Easter just gets away from me.  But I’ve got all the ingredients this year, and I’m even going to do our Easter Basket fun stuff tomorrow, so that Easter morning is all about the Resurrection. This recipe is many places, but […]

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