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Back in October I purchased a box of the Pillsbury Funfetti Hot Cocoa Cookie Mix to make with my grandchildren. Well, 4 months later we finally got around to make them. This is a seasonal flavor that they come out with. It contains natural and …
Looking for a quick weeknight dinner recipe? Something that you can get onto the table in less than 45 minutes? If so, check out Zatarain’s One Pot Jambalaya. You can purchase the long grain rice mix with vegetables and spices at most grocery stores across …
My family loves homemade guacamole! We use it in our omelets at breakfast time, in sandwich wraps, when whipping up nachos, as a burger topping, as a taco filler, with burritos, and all sorts of different ways. It’s a heavily used “condiment” in our home! …
This year I’m helping out my daughter’s family by purchasing the after-school snacks for the grandchildren. Every 2 weeks I load up on different items and drop them off at her home. But let’s face it…those snacks can get pretty pricey if your paying full …
There’s nothing quite like a hot cup of tea to warm up during these cold winter months. While I usually gravitate toward black teas for their caffeine boost, I often find myself reaching for a soothing herbal blend in the evening. Recently, I had the …
This ham, green beans and potato soup recipe makes a lot! I like to use this recipe when I’m making soup to freeze for later use. That’s right, this soup freezes well and will keep for up to 1 year in your freezer. It’s also …
Every year I look forward to the time that the Girl Scouts are selling their world-famous cookies! I grew up participating in the Girl Scouts and did 12 years with them. Now that I’m a mother, I’m proud to say that my 15 year old …
Homemade fudge. I just love it! A lot of people are intimidated when it comes to making it. Don’t be! If you follow a recipe exactly…it should turn out just fine! This recipe is one that I’ve used for years. It’s simple to make and …