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Easy Macaroni and Cheese

Easy Macaroni and Cheese

My mom used to make Easy Macaroni and Cheese for me when I was a girl. As a mom, I made it for our girls, and now I make it for our grandchildren.

Old-Fashioned Sugar Cookies

Old-Fashioned Sugar Cookies

Old-Fashioned Sugar Cookies remind me of cookies my grandma made as a school cook. Buttery and sweet, but also crisp and chewy. And big! 

Orange Julius

Orange Julius

Orange Julius is a recipe that brings back memories from my childhood. I remember making this icy beverage when I was a girl. So sweet and milky. And cold. A wonderful diversion on a hot summer day.   Continue reading Orange Julius

Crunchy Baked Asparagus Spears

Crunchy Baked Asparagus Spears

Crunchy Baked Asparagus Spears is a delicious way to serve fresh asparagus, either as an appetizer or side dish. It’s also a fun recipe to make with children, as they love to help with the breading process.

Classic Chicken Salad Spread

Classic Chicken Salad Spread

We love this Classic Chicken Salad Spread that’s perfect for spring or summer luncheons, picnics, or even tea parties! It’s based on a family recipe with a few tweaks, including the addition of pimento, chopped pickles, AND pickle juice. So good!

Cinnamon Spice Applesauce Muffins

Cinnamon Spice Applesauce Muffins

This recipe for Cinnamon Spice Applesauce Muffins is perfect for Autumn Weekends. Sweet, tender muffins full of applesauce flavor and cinnamon spices. It reminds me of a recipe I made when I was a girl in my first year of 4-H cooking, baking with my Grandma Naomi.  Continue reading Cinnamon Spice Applesauce Muffins

Spaghetti Sauce and Mighty Meatballs

Spaghetti Sauce and Mighty Meatballs

Our family loves Italian food, especially when I make my homemade Spaghetti Sauce and Mighty Meatballs. The sauce cooks long and slow and fills the kitchen with such a delightful aroma it makes everyone hungry. Plus, it’s a wonderful recipe to make with kids, who 

Patriotic Popcorn Snack

Patriotic Popcorn Snack

I love to make snacks for our grandchildren, as I did for our girls when they were young. This Patriotic Popcorn Snack is not only tasty, but it’s colored with Red, White, and Blue, making it the perfect way to celebrate the 4th of July.

Mexican Fried Ice Cream

Mexican Fried Ice Cream

Try making Mexican Fried Ice Cream the next time you serve a nice Mexican dinner for your family or guests. There’s nothing so sweet as sharing a dessert with a loved one, whether romantically or for fun with one of your kids. This dessert is perfect for doing just that.  Continue reading Mexican Fried Ice Cream

Cherry Danish Loaves

Cherry Danish Loaves

I enjoy serving Cherry Danish Loaves on Christmas morning or for a special brunch, perhaps for Mother’s Day. I always make them the day before, and then give two of the loaves as gifts. Of course, I save two for ourselves, as our kids really