Category Archives: Cooking

Homemade Applesauce

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Valerie

I had a sweet friend bring us dinner last year after Rebekah’s tubie was placed. She brought an impressive spread which included a chunky applesauce that was just divine. Ever since then, I’ve been on the hunt for fun and … Continue reading →

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Mama’s Enchiladas

Posted on November 30, 2013 by Valerie

My mom has made these enchiladas for as long as I can remember.  I can picture the hot bubbly chili cooked to the edge of the willow blue and white plates piping hot out of the oven. This is a … Continue reading →

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Homemade Applesauce

Posted on November 21, 2013 by Valerie

I wanted to make some homemade applesauce the other day and so I went to check the Pioneer Woman’s website.  She delivered!  You can find her recipe here. The basics: 6 pounds Apples, Peeled, Cored, And Cut Into 8 Slices 1 … Continue reading →

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Grandma’s Christmas Breakfast

Posted on October 16, 2013 by Valerie

I needed a little bit of family comfort yesterday.  There’s nothing that fits this description more than my mom’s Christmas breakfast soufflé. Baked Ham Souffle 9″ x 13″ pan, serves 8.  From the kitchen of Judy Forrer.  <3  This recipe … Continue reading →

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Kayla’s start to her cooking career

Posted on June 26, 2013 by Valerie

We made these popsicles last summer. Kayla L O V E D eating them because she made them! It’s about time to make some more. Now, I have to go dig through the tupperware cabinet to find all the tops. … Continue reading →

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The Star of the Veggie Box (Cheesy Corn Pudding)

Posted on October 4, 2012 by Valerie

During the Spring and Summer months, I purchase a produce box from a local farm.  They have put together a CSA (community supported agriculture) group of people who are interested in local and organic foods that are in season.  To … Continue reading →

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What’s for lunch?

Posted on April 7, 2012 by Valerie

Rebekah thought this was so funny. What am I supposed to do with this crazy thing? Bang it? Smack it? Hide it for later? Oh! Eat it! “Thanks Mom for my yummy lunch!”

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Chocolate — To Drink!

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Valerie

I am trying one of my Christmas gifts today. Chris bought me some drinking chocolate from Harry’s Farmers Market. It has a rich and creamy texture and leaves me wanting more. Thank you darlin’!

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Pumpkin French Toast Bake

Posted on October 29, 2011 by Valerie

I found this recipe at Allrecipes.com.  I made up the pumpkin mixture, but soaked my bread slices and fried them in the pan like normal French toast.  It was delish, but next time, I want to try the baked version. … Continue reading →

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Pie Spice Substitute

Posted on October 29, 2011 by Valerie

I never have pie spice at the beginning of the baking season.  I had every other ingredient for the Crustless Pumpkin Pie (which is amazing and you have to try it!), but no pie spice. I found a recipe for … Continue reading →

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