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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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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"Egg in a Basket"

A fun easy breakfast for kids that's yummy too:

Cut 1.5 in holes in bread, put in frying pan with butter. Crack an egg and drop it in the... read more

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Fiber-licious

This is my favorite new snack. Kashi go-lean crunch cereal with a spoonful of walnuts, a spoonful of raw oats and a spoonful of semi-sweet chocolate chips. Add milk, and... read more

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Hard-boiled eggs

Here's how I do it. Place the eggs in cold water, bring water to a full boil, remove the pot from the burner and let sit for 10 minutes. Drain... read more

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Vegetarian Bow Tie Pasta with Lemon and Asparagus

This is a great vegetarian recipe that even kids will eat!

1.5 pounds asparagus (snap ends off)
1 pound bow tie pasta
1/4 cup butter
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Party Favorite: Homemade Salsa!

My husband begs me to make this and so does my extended family. It's a great appetizer for any party or get-together! My kids love it too.

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