Pumpkin Pancakes

We love making pumpkin pancakes!

We add pumpkin mix (1 can) and a sprinkling of the following:
-- cinnamon
-- ginger
-- allspice
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How to Properly Cut Asparagus Ends

I always thought you should cut off the ends of raw asparagus stalks before you cook them, but I recently learned there is a better way. Instead of cutting the... read more

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Shreading Chicken, Pork or Beef

It isn't fast, but it is so easy. I put my meat in my crock pot on low for 6-8 hours (chicken cooks a bit faster, between 4-6). After that... read more

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Preventing Pasta Water Boil Over

Are you sick of having your water boil over when you are cooking pasta? Spray around the inside edge of your pan with cooking oil (Pam) and you won't have... read more

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Creme Brulee French Toast

1 stick unsalted butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons corn syrup
An 8-9 inch round loaf country-style bread
5 large eggs
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Fun Summer Salad

This salad is always a crowd pleaser and kids love it!

Pink Cloud Salad
2 medium sized containers of Cool Whip
2 8 oz Raspberry Yogurt
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Granola Bars

I tried these the other day and they were pretty good. You can also mix up the flavoring ingredients for variety (ie. swap raisins for craisins). Great for boating and... read more

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Whole Wheat Bread (Vonda Tiechart)

I searched for a good whole wheat bread recipe for 10 years and finally settled on this one. The last cup of flour is up to you. It depends on... read more

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Meal Starts: Crock Pot Easy Chicken

Open a bag of frozen chicken breast. Put them in the crock, no liquid needed. Set on low for the day. By dinner time they are ready. You can make... read more

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Salmon: Fast, easy and not dried out!

I always buy the salmon fillets. Simply wash the fillet then place it on a sheet of aluminum foil. Drizzle with olive oil, a bit of lemon juice and add... read more

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