I had been experimenting with different pulled pork recipes but could never find the flavor that I liked. One day I tried this as an experiment, not expecting much since it seemed too easy and of course found the flavor I was looking for. Take one pork loin about 3 – 4 pounds and place … Continue reading
A Johnson family favorite, this week’s pot of soup and one of my “go to” recipes. The recipe came in a cookbook with out first crock pot. 1 medium onion, chopped 3 carrots, thinly sliced 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced 4 cloves garlic, pressed 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil 1/2 teaspoon … Continue reading
A Pampered Chef recipe for my sister-in-law Mary; I have never made these myself (yet!) but have eaten them and they are delicious! 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 1 (12 oz) package semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided 1 (18 – 21 oz) package brownie mix, plus ingredients to make cake like brownies 3/4 cup packed brown sugar, … Continue reading
Here are a couple of easy Easter treats for all my mom friends out there, 2 different versions! Version #1 – Chocolate Nests 6 oz semi sweet baking chocolate or semi sweet chocolate chips 1 cup butterscotch chips 2 cups chow mein noodles 1 cup mini marshmallows Microwave chocolate and butterscotch chips on high 2 … Continue reading
We love black beans at our house so you will see a lot of recipes using them on this blog. This Pillsbury recipe is quick, easy and tasty! 1 (17.3 oz) can large refrigerated flaky biscuits 1/2 cup thick and chunky salsa 1 cup diced cooked chicken (I just use a can of Costco brand … Continue reading
Another recipe requested by my niece Amber. These are a summertime favorite at our house. This is another recipe that I pulled from a magazine at some point and now can’t remember which one. Pizza Dough 1 cup warm water (105 – 115 degrees) 1 tablespoon sugar 1 (1/4 oz) package or 2 1/4 teaspoons … Continue reading
A Pampered Chef recipe requested by my niece Amber (I made them for her baby shower). These are always a crowd pleaser! Stickey Caramel Mini Cakes 1 1/2 cups flour 1/2 cup toasted pecans, finely chopped 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter, melted … Continue reading
Another curry recipe for my friend Diana and again, I haven’t made this one myself, but it is a Pampered Chef recipe (“29 Minutes to Dinner Volume 2″) so it will be tasty! 1/2 cup whole cashews 1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut 1 tablespoon curry powder 2 tablespoons mango chutney 1/2 cup plain yogurt 3 … Continue reading
My friend Diana has requested some curry recipes so here is one that I haven’t tried myself but it is a Pampered Chef recipe (from “29 Minutes to Dinner Volume 1″) so I know it will be good! Chicken and Curry: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 4 medium carrots … Continue reading
My friend Tesla made this treat for us for Bunco one month and I asked her for the recipe and then my other friend Pam wanted the recipe too so I thought I’d just post it on the blog for anyone else who might be interested. I have never made this myself but have eaten … Continue reading
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