tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70563738346181592002024-03-05T02:41:08.965-08:00Buckeye StyleOur Sweet Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06497097281334539629noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-90444147024189306622010-01-10T13:24:00.000-08:002010-01-10T13:42:46.645-08:00Yummy Sticky Buns- a family favorite<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRPLMnsHWgC0dHurRrbH8Avnh52mR5m1CBh__KyAc_qoLX6n1qfi_Qo_b6z5WpT1zG8cdRO8wX_NalSOqMS97EeBEtKlz93qL-p16pP98r7eLuss5rJa8_S1hb0wQYZIiize8nsnubpM9W/s1600-h/133.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRPLMnsHWgC0dHurRrbH8Avnh52mR5m1CBh__KyAc_qoLX6n1qfi_Qo_b6z5WpT1zG8cdRO8wX_NalSOqMS97EeBEtKlz93qL-p16pP98r7eLuss5rJa8_S1hb0wQYZIiize8nsnubpM9W/s320/133.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5425228908480856002" /></a><br />These quick and easy sweeet rolls are one of my families favorites and OH, SO EASY! We made them often over the holidays and we make them whenever there is a baby shower or brunch. Many of you may of tasted them back in Ohio...that's where I got the recipe.<br /><br />Here it is:<br />18-20 Rhodes frozen rolls<br />1(3 oz) pkg butterscotch pudding-Cook n'Serve<br />1/2 c. brown sugar<br />1/2 c. chopped pecans<br />1/2 c. melted butter<br />Arrange frozen rolls in a greased bundt pan. Sprinkle pudding, brown sugar and pecans over the rolls. Drizzle melted butter over all. Cover with damp towel and let rise overnight(or about 12 hours). Bake at 350 degree oven for 15-18 min. Cool 10-12 min. Then invert onto a serving plate and let stand for a minute or two with pan on top(to get all the yummy goodness out of the pan) Enjoy!<br />Hope you all had a Happy Holiday Season! Thinking of you. love, StacieUnknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-31698448005940024432009-10-17T19:05:00.000-07:002009-10-17T19:12:07.447-07:00Pumpkin Waffles <meta name="Title" content=""> <meta name="Keywords" content=""> <meta equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"> <meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"> <meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 2008"> <meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 2008"> <link rel="File-List" href="file://localhost/Users/gotpremier/Library/Caches/TemporaryItems/msoclip/0/clip_filelist.xml"> <!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <o:officedocumentsettings> <o:allowpng/> </o:OfficeDocumentSettings> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:trackmoves>false</w:TrackMoves> <w:trackformatting/> <w:punctuationkerning/> <w:drawinggridhorizontalspacing>18 pt</w:DrawingGridHorizontalSpacing> <w:drawinggridverticalspacing>18 pt</w:DrawingGridVerticalSpacing> <w:displayhorizontaldrawinggridevery>0</w:DisplayHorizontalDrawingGridEvery> <w:displayverticaldrawinggridevery>0</w:DisplayVerticalDrawingGridEvery> <w:validateagainstschemas/> <w:saveifxmlinvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:ignoremixedcontent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:dontgrowautofit/> <w:dontautofitconstrainedtables/> <w:dontvertalignintxbx/> </w:Compatibility> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:latentstyles deflockedstate="false" latentstylecount="276"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--> <style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; 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<br /></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup, level with knife. Combine flour and next four ingredients in a large bowl; make a well in center of mixture. Combine milk and next four ingredients; add to flour mixture. Stir just until moist.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p>
<br /></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Coat a waffle iron with cooking spray; preheat. Spoon about ¼ cup of batter per waffle onto hot waffle iron, spreading to edges. Cook 5 to 7 minutes or until steaming stops; repeat procedure with remaining batter.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Yield: 8 Waffles</p> <!--EndFragment--> <!--EndFragment--> Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03800108478571581502noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-6801526650318035572009-08-26T18:18:00.000-07:002009-09-06T15:53:56.380-07:00Layered Peach Dessert<div align="center">Hi Everyone! This blog is being seriously neglected and I am feeling a little sad! I'm at the point where I am sick of the same old recipes, so get posting ladies...<br /><br />I have a delicious recipe to share (well, I thought it was delicious!) I stole the recipe and the picture from <a href="http://karaskitchencreations.blogspot.com/2009/08/layered-peach-dessert.html"><span style="color:#666666;"><em>here.</em></span></a> If you love fresh peaches, then you will love this. There are a few things I will change next time I make it, but I'll give you the recipe first... </div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"></div><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 343px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374450397131354402" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgA384fgvgP1-G2B72OD4RK4Bdv87T0yVI7YCHknbEs8hfyixHkV5g17DPMEvjzcXJelhxYOjhEjXOM3khMkI5rjyFBdzT5I1w39JYhKuctOE8dw68p8e0o7md73c2JawCyPQyVTPagSbL/s400/peach+dessert+008.jpg" /> <p align="center"><span style="color:#666666;">Layered Peach Dessert </span></p><span style="color:#666666;"><p align="center"><br />Crust:<br />1 pkg. Vanilla wafers, finely crushed </p><p align="center"><br />Filling:<br />1 8 oz pkg. cream cheese, softened<br />1 cup sugar<br />1 tsp vanilla<br />1/4 cup butter, softened<br />10 fresh peaches, sliced </p><p align="center"><br />Topping:<br />1 pt. whipping cream<br />½ cup sugar<br />½ tsp vanilla<br /><br />Place half of the crumbs in a 9x13 pan. Whip cream cheese, sugar, and butter together until smooth. Drop by spoonfuls over the crumbs. Spread carefully using a spoon dipped in hot water. Keep dipping the spoon in the water so the mixture doesn't stick to it. The crumbs will slide around, but that is okay. It doesn't need to be perfectly smooth. Arrange the sliced peaches over the top. Whip the cream and add sugar and vanilla. Spread over the peaches. Sprinkle last half of crumbs over top. Cover and chill 8 hours, or over night.<br /><br />Okay. I halved this recipe because I didn't want to eat a whole thing by myself. Here's what I would change... The whipped topping is already sweet enough (I used Dream Whip), I wouldn't add the 1/2 cup of sugar - I would also add a few more peaches - 7 instead of 5, or 12 instead of 10. It is very, very yummy and peaches are so delicious right now!</p></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-30395668302657720082009-05-02T05:26:00.000-07:002009-05-02T06:29:53.140-07:00Brownies 101 + Chocolate Plastic<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDJhz6nVQudRcsnlEwhZ2PJC-pixkKhZIGmsY34MeMTTVv-8kW79pAnx0c7p1VS6GpPhqarsVMzNbs_WxTxtXCACm8_gnHxvBrfScIk9ZLs_Zv2_GJqye_MRyaPxhj4rWs5uKfT_28XZZG/s1600-h/DSCN5115.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331206269789178386" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDJhz6nVQudRcsnlEwhZ2PJC-pixkKhZIGmsY34MeMTTVv-8kW79pAnx0c7p1VS6GpPhqarsVMzNbs_WxTxtXCACm8_gnHxvBrfScIk9ZLs_Zv2_GJqye_MRyaPxhj4rWs5uKfT_28XZZG/s320/DSCN5115.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><strong>Brownies 101-</strong></div><div></div><div>Okay, I'm sure most of you already know how to make amazing brownies, but it has taken me awhile to figure out. I don't know why I have never thought of it before, but I have had problems in the past with getting my brownies to cook evenly (usually they are crunchy on the outer edge and gooey in the middle). The trick my friends is parchment paper. I lined my pan with parchment paper and trimmed the edges (you <strong>do not</strong> want parchment hanging over the edge of your pan). After it had had cooled I carefully lifted the brownies out, and voila, they were cooked evenly.</div><div></div><div></div><br /><br /><div>This is a recipe that I use when I want to mold chocolate into shapes (like the flower in the picture) to add a little extra flare to your dessert tray: </div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong>Chocolate Plastic-</strong></div><ul><li>2/3 cup lt. corn syrup</li><li>16 ounces semisweet chocolate chips </li></ul><p>* For a variation, using white or milk chocolate reduce corn syrup to 1/2 cup</p><p>In a saucepan over medium heat stir the corn syrup and chocolate together, continue stirring until they are mixed thoroughly. Line jelly roll pan with plastic wrap and spread the mixture 1/3" thick. Let cool completely (I usually make this recipe and store in the fridge a few days before). When ready to mold, let the chocolate mixture stand at room temperature for several hours, knead and roll out about 1/8" - 1/4"thick. Cut into desired shapes. <br /></p><div></div>Our Sweet Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06497097281334539629noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-36132495918574816212009-04-19T12:49:00.000-07:002009-04-19T13:10:03.820-07:00Cheesy PotatoesI know that most of you have a recipe similar to this, but a few people requested this recipe. I hope you enjoy (sorry there is no picture to go with it)!<br /><br /><br /><ul><li>2 lbs. shredded potatoes </li><li>1 can cream of chicken soup</li><li>1 can cream of mushroom soup</li><li>3/4 pt. sour cream</li><li>1 1/2 cups shredded cheese</li><li>1/4-1/2 cup melted butter</li><li>3/4 cup green onions</li></ul><p>Mix ingredients together and put in a 9x13 pan. Sprinkle crushed corn flakes on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 min.</p>Our Sweet Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06497097281334539629noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-37752996227843595702009-04-11T14:30:00.000-07:002009-04-11T14:36:33.229-07:00Magnetic PaintMy friend emailed me this link. The lady painted a "magnet board" on her wall. It turned out really cute. Check it out. <br /><a href="http://paintit.typepad.com/painter_girl/2007/11/creating-a-magn.html">http://paintit.typepad.com/painter_girl/2007/11/creating-a-magn.html</a><br /><br />The same lady also did a post about "chalkboard paint". She has some really fun ideas!<br /><a href="http://paintit.typepad.com/painter_girl/2009/03/my-kitchen-project-round-up.html"><br />http://paintit.typepad.com/painter_girl/2009/03/my-kitchen-project-round-up.html</a>The Gardner'shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18149855141902737405noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-81009910281687590652009-04-11T14:15:00.000-07:002009-04-11T14:29:47.994-07:00Fruity SherbetThis recipe is also in the "Columbus Friends" cookbook, in the dessert section.<br /><br />4 pints pineapple (or lemon) sherbet<br />12 oz frozen raspberries, thawed<br />1 cup frozen blueberries<br />2 bananas quartered lengthwise and then thinly sliced<br /><br />Soften sherbet in large bowl. Add fruit, mix well & refreeze.The Gardner'shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18149855141902737405noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-61445975111817402692009-04-11T14:07:00.000-07:002009-04-29T19:38:11.392-07:00Pizza DoughHere is the pizza dough recipe from craft night.<br /><br />1 1/3 cups water<br />1 Tbl. yeast<br />1 Tbl. sugar<br />2 Tbl. oil<br />1 tsp. salt<br />3 1/2 cups flour<br /><br />Combine water and yeast. Let sit 5 minutes. Add remaining ingredients. Mix for 1 minute. Knead for 10 minutes. (I cheat and use my Bosch) Place dough into a well greased bowl and let rise for 1-1 1/2 hours. (it usually ends up being about 1 hour) Roll out onto pan/pizza stone add toppings and bake at 475 degrees until golden brown. (Make sure to sprinkle the pizza stone with cornmeal before rolling out!)<br /><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></span></span>I also had a request to post the toppings I put on the Vegetarian Pizza. I spread about 1/3 of a jar of Ragu's- Roasted Garlic Parmesan sauce, fresh spinach, thinly sliced zucchini, yellow squash, mushrooms, and olives. Then I chop up some canned artichokes (not marinated) sprinkle those on and top with shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheese.The Gardner'shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18149855141902737405noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-27207708221845925722009-04-03T07:05:00.000-07:002009-04-11T22:37:58.811-07:00Berry Medley Punch<ul><li>1- 12oz. can frozen limeade</li><li>1- 12 oz. can frozen orange juice</li><li>1- 12 oz. can frozen lemonade</li><li>1 46 oz. can pineapple juice</li><li>3 cups cold water</li><li>2 qt. Gingerale</li><li>1 qt. Club Soda</li><li>1 package frozen berry medley </li></ul><p>Mix together and serve</p><p></p>Our Sweet Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06497097281334539629noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-10072223070410535862009-04-03T06:45:00.000-07:002009-05-13T11:52:55.151-07:00Did You Know? {a.k.a. - laundry tip}Just a quick laundry tip now that berry season is right around the corner. We love berries in our house, what I don't love are the stains they can leave on your clothes. But did you know that hot water is the key? (Trust me, I didn't believe this at first and ruined a few of my kids clothes trying stain removal products before I gave in and decided it was worth a try. It is so cheap and it really works.)<br />Take the article of clothing that has berry juice on it, pull it as tight as you can, and put it under running water (as hot as possible). It may take a few minutes, but just work with it (Abby's shirt was covered in strawberry juice the other day and it took a few minutes to get it out).<br /><br />Note: I have never tried this on frozen berry juice stains, but I am sure it would work just as well.Our Sweet Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06497097281334539629noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-69767839261201540452009-03-13T20:53:00.000-07:002009-03-13T21:01:17.382-07:00Lemon-Butter Salmon & Broccoli Penne<div style="text-align: center;">Here are a few recipes that I have recently posted on my blog,<br />they were very yummy and very healthy!<br />Enjoy.<br /></div><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSXOCeJFlMAxuXVyt7cdDbMTN5VZ6a6xLwHC2oVMNWbdU2iDEHKVnvhqKZDvYNujdbWQ6qToJyVecPG8UlEr0o5UVLHkcC6A-THEfRsrV2zUHeDdEEm4qcw91v-ZTZeDPXYAXZhkQbY5I/s1600-h/P2220090.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSXOCeJFlMAxuXVyt7cdDbMTN5VZ6a6xLwHC2oVMNWbdU2iDEHKVnvhqKZDvYNujdbWQ6qToJyVecPG8UlEr0o5UVLHkcC6A-THEfRsrV2zUHeDdEEm4qcw91v-ZTZeDPXYAXZhkQbY5I/s320/P2220090.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5312887255328763874" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Lemon-Butter Salmon & Broccoli Penne</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-style: italic;"></span></span></span><span style="font-style: italic;">Adapted slightly from Fitness Magazine</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;"></span></div><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span>2-3 Salmon Fillets (salt and peppered)<br />3 cups of dry whole-wheat pasta or multi-grain<br />2-3 cups of cup up Broccoli<br />1 tbsp of butter<br />1/2 cup low-sodium Vegie broth<br />1 lemon juiced and zested<br />2 tbsp of corn starch mixed with 1/4 cup of the Vegie Broth<br />2 garlic cloves, minced<br /><br />Make it: broil or Grill Salmon for about 8 minutes or until done.<br />Cook Pasta according to package directions. When pasta is almost done add broccoli and cook another 2-3 minutes.<br />Whisk together melted butter, broth, lemon zest and juice, and garlic in a saucepan. When slightly boiling add the cornstarch mixture. Cook until thick. Toss the sauce with the drained pasta and broccoli. Serve pasta and add Salmon to the side or on top. I also like to add some Parmesan Cheese on top of all.Jessicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05152198238366019624noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-60478210901823132962009-03-13T20:49:00.000-07:002009-03-13T20:53:21.773-07:00Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Roasted Vegetables<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMGM0upTwpUuqu58SBV4Bm68hVmuu83o0hcqaV7EHSZ3TjRmfM0-a_C1dxubaqfM5ajOgbsDsnEoda7C-1I40qkpXRIkui-gZACy33LcB0_gkWvrX0-LMnYhDLbWeuZhRD7PjBLn_46mo/s1600-h/P3050110.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMGM0upTwpUuqu58SBV4Bm68hVmuu83o0hcqaV7EHSZ3TjRmfM0-a_C1dxubaqfM5ajOgbsDsnEoda7C-1I40qkpXRIkui-gZACy33LcB0_gkWvrX0-LMnYhDLbWeuZhRD7PjBLn_46mo/s320/P3050110.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5312886281560146562" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Roasted Vegetables</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span></span><span style="font-style: italic;">Adapted slightly from Fitness Magazine</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;"></span></div><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /><span style="font-style: italic;"></span></span>4 garlic cloves, minced<br />1/2 cup of grated Parmesan Cheese<br />4 tsp. olive oil<br />3-4 Chicken breast<br />4 cups chopped vegetables<br />( 1 cup broccoli, 1 cup sweet potato, 1 cup red or yellow bell pepper, 1 cup other zucchini)<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span><br />Make it</span>: Preheat oven to 400 degrees.<br />Mix together 2 of the minced garlic cloves with the cheese and 1 tsp of the olive oil. Pat the garlic-cheese mixture onto chicken and place in baking dish. Toss cut up vegies with 3 tsp. of olive oil and the other 2 garlic gloves and salt and pepper. Put the vegies around the chicken in the baking dish. Cook for 20 -30 minutes until your chicken and vegies are done.Jessicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05152198238366019624noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-72202232850755503672009-03-13T20:45:00.000-07:002009-03-13T20:49:18.191-07:00Firehouse Turkey Chili<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcoqVQpVi45Ta5JVtpwaiOPlh5g0yORTxhw6kADIOxb-6GAqlzYv6_gWhAU3W6h0l3S8QG7H_WMsVxyeANtAtUXwaIbANE1U8QdXUza2NEIpj-qwiIt4eLVkGel9lw2nVWriwq0pIcu_w/s1600-h/209064_5379.gif"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 211px; height: 250px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcoqVQpVi45Ta5JVtpwaiOPlh5g0yORTxhw6kADIOxb-6GAqlzYv6_gWhAU3W6h0l3S8QG7H_WMsVxyeANtAtUXwaIbANE1U8QdXUza2NEIpj-qwiIt4eLVkGel9lw2nVWriwq0pIcu_w/s320/209064_5379.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5312885263860121538" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" >Firehouse Turkey Chili</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" ></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-size:100%;">Adapted From <span style="font-style: italic;">Shape Magazine</span></span></span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" ></span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" ></span></div><div style="text-align: left;" id="ingredients"> <h3 style="font-style: italic; font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Ingredients:</span></h3>-1 tablespoon olive oil<br />-1 large clove garlic, smashed <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">(I used 2 large cloves of garlic)</span><br />-1/2 cup chopped scallions <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">(green onions)</span><br />-1/2 pound ground turkey <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">(I used 1 pound of ground Turkey)</span><br />-2 tablespoons chili powder<span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">(I used only 1 Tablespoon and it was just perfect for our families taste)</span><br />-1 large can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">-<span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">(I also added one small can of V-8 juice for extra liqu</span></span><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">id)</span><br />-1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">(I used Organic canned Kidney Beans)</span><br />-1 medium red bell pepper, diced<br />-1 cup carrot, diced<br />-1/2 teaspoon brown sugar <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(102, 102, 102);">( I put in 1/4 cup to make the chili not so hot)</span><br />-salt to taste </div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><h3 style="text-align: left; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Directions:</span></h3><div style="text-align: left;"> *In a large saucepan heat oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Toss in garlic and all but 2 tablespoons of the scallions and cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.<br /><br />*Add turkey and continue to cook, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in chili powder and cook for 1 more minute. Add tomatoes, kidney beans, bell pepper, carrot, brown sugar, and salt to taste. Bring to a boil over high heat.<br /><br />*Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Divide among 4 bowls and garnish with the remaining 2 tablespoons of scallions. Top with nonfat sour cream if desired. (I also served the Chili with Organic Corn Tortilla Chips, Kirkland brand from Costco)<br /></div><br />Serves: 4 <br /> <br /> Prep Time: 10 minutes <br /> <br /> Cook Time: 23 minutes <br /> <br />Nutrition Score per serving: 1 cup: 268 calories, 9 g fat (27% calories), 2 g saturated fat, 40 g carbs, 17 g protein, 11 g fiber, 106 mg calcium, 6 mg iron, 789 mg sodiumJessicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05152198238366019624noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-86893873118991645932009-03-02T15:54:00.000-08:002009-03-11T17:29:45.081-07:00Laundry Essentials<div align="center">One of my obsessions is making sure every stain is out of our clothing and that our clothes smell good. Here are a few tips that help me keep all of my laundry clean and smelling good.<br />*Note: I always use these in addition to my laundry detergent.<br /><br /><br /></div><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6oqmS3SScxpuNVjkwb34Yb7-BG492MJXlns3BgNbzfM8n-DUn5wamJ1oaYfvy-36LKUlxptE9Edp8N8wt2EBZN9DecAF3RrQsUcunN804GiIWpFCdq1KDCY6eZlI7PWsYTeEX_KIcogFy/s1600-h/rubbing-alcohol3-sm.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5308744221841903186" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 125px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 191px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6oqmS3SScxpuNVjkwb34Yb7-BG492MJXlns3BgNbzfM8n-DUn5wamJ1oaYfvy-36LKUlxptE9Edp8N8wt2EBZN9DecAF3RrQsUcunN804GiIWpFCdq1KDCY6eZlI7PWsYTeEX_KIcogFy/s320/rubbing-alcohol3-sm.jpg" border="0" /></a></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center">Rubbing Alcohol is a life saver in my house! My kids love to color with markers and pens and their clothes are constantly getting drawn on. Solution: Pour a little rubbing alcohol directly on the ink marks and toss in the washing machine and it comes out as good as new.<br /><br /></div><div align="center"></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU882eX-Gdqcj5WlkHUu_Pcq2YHtEeSc4tgdmOx4YVyNTS5ezuZQxNqAVUg3coTGRIbunFl0B4KDnWt5Ry21CYlSSR9T4h3wlOBgxU2aqAbC2uowK1u4oCUuzaOMvpIdE1eBxjnD-qKTjU/s1600-h/dawn+dish+soap.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5308743436363359538" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 170px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU882eX-Gdqcj5WlkHUu_Pcq2YHtEeSc4tgdmOx4YVyNTS5ezuZQxNqAVUg3coTGRIbunFl0B4KDnWt5Ry21CYlSSR9T4h3wlOBgxU2aqAbC2uowK1u4oCUuzaOMvpIdE1eBxjnD-qKTjU/s320/dawn+dish+soap.jpg" border="0" /> </a><p align="center"><br /><div align="center">My family is frequently getting grease spots on their clothes (either from working, playing, cooking, or newborn spitup). Solution: Pour a small amount of dawn dish soap directly on the oil/grease mark and toss in the washing machine. (On occasion, if the grease is really embedded into the clothing, you made to reapply dawn and wash a second time - this is rarely the case).<br /><br /><p></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmrtznRSv43aHhnC4Z4X3tgYTbvhR3RYphFT46_p4E2D2jEIcf4ArJ122vbrQ4hWex0FdtbKtaCc5oIC2KZfQ4zdI8z4jvpcIH6rkHQyLFFIqSgWLoeu6nXdQ2knz_K5BzaT-jhKN1P_0z/s1600-h/vinegar.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5308743437121183842" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 280px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 280px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmrtznRSv43aHhnC4Z4X3tgYTbvhR3RYphFT46_p4E2D2jEIcf4ArJ122vbrQ4hWex0FdtbKtaCc5oIC2KZfQ4zdI8z4jvpcIH6rkHQyLFFIqSgWLoeu6nXdQ2knz_K5BzaT-jhKN1P_0z/s320/vinegar.bmp" border="0" /></a></p><p align="center"></p><p align="center"></p><p align="center"></p></div>I use bleach when washing all of my white towels, but I don't like to use bleach for my colored towels. Instead, I use vinegar. It cleans the towels great and they never have a nasty smell. Vinegar also works great to get the musty smell out of clothing if you have forgotten to change loads and they have been in the washing machine too long.<br /><p></p>Our Sweet Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06497097281334539629noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-53374201079168381892009-02-20T16:33:00.000-08:002009-02-22T16:42:38.431-08:00Better than Bleach<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis5VAvswkGkX7U0xYR_4exgHA7eSnJOC-6nf3YbSeOla6Of7vlrJ5aAfNrcOMHfHLZyrSaajyjgbeO_S5LKzVNy3UZB6kP19wid83uyt0hBzQr49RXQEGk-_6UajtEEJWXtcUDypHDQj57/s1600-h/Tilex.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5305042448925440882" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis5VAvswkGkX7U0xYR_4exgHA7eSnJOC-6nf3YbSeOla6Of7vlrJ5aAfNrcOMHfHLZyrSaajyjgbeO_S5LKzVNy3UZB6kP19wid83uyt0hBzQr49RXQEGk-_6UajtEEJWXtcUDypHDQj57/s320/Tilex.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Many of you have asked me what I use to get my whites clean. I use Tilex Mold and Mildew remover. This baby can get out any stain and is way better than bleach! Just spray the cleaner directly onto the clothes and toss them in the washing machine. ONLY use on whites and do not let them soak in the cleaner for too long - spray them and then wash them asap.</div><div>A big thanks to my sisters-in-law Marie and Shawna for this laundry tip!</div><div> </div><div>The best part is now they sell Tilex Mold and Mildew Remover at Costco!!</div>Our Sweet Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06497097281334539629noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-65551710298775061082009-02-20T13:33:00.000-08:002009-02-22T16:43:33.128-08:00Scrub Free + Mr. Clean = Clean ShowerA while ago Leesa and I were talking about cleaning and what products we use to get the best results. She asked me what I used to clean the bathtub/shower. I told her I used Scrub Free and a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser and that it worked like magic.<br />She later told me that she called her Mom and told her she had just cleaned her tub and it was like one of those commercials where the cleaned part just glows white.<br />My sister Krysta gets the credit for this - I don't know how she figured out to combine these two products, but I'm glad she did. Beware: First you will be disgusted, and then amazed!<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh7O_TDDBc9AAj6-5GQhIy-TEjTajap1VKDNMusXkppvi4q1VqG-_vYvPlZlLLLNjasAHEGsSx7F8WMpb3v_rlvxElYOsNjwr3iug9ne_ghu7sfrwUd5RtPdD5T8y3iC1casdleS47D92U/s1600-h/scrub+free.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5304996302963331394" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh7O_TDDBc9AAj6-5GQhIy-TEjTajap1VKDNMusXkppvi4q1VqG-_vYvPlZlLLLNjasAHEGsSx7F8WMpb3v_rlvxElYOsNjwr3iug9ne_ghu7sfrwUd5RtPdD5T8y3iC1casdleS47D92U/s320/scrub+free.jpg" border="0" /> <p align="center"></a></p>Spray your tub with this cleaner - let sit for 3-5 minutes and then scrub using the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. (May need to be repeated 2 or 3 times the first time you clean your tub.)<br /><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3YzQBZWi5tdtEoTapdpnFJf46Gk2GE_e2WEEKkt9VjitMkfV1vtWgvWMjo_a6114cIKWOAFLnh5_ow_UkiBuYk3zjFsHofGqNxUdLXos3271djJFgoG1CDwGUAQthVhQSfFO21oNV5seJ/s1600-h/mr.+clean.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5304996296662390418" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 236px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 250px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3YzQBZWi5tdtEoTapdpnFJf46Gk2GE_e2WEEKkt9VjitMkfV1vtWgvWMjo_a6114cIKWOAFLnh5_ow_UkiBuYk3zjFsHofGqNxUdLXos3271djJFgoG1CDwGUAQthVhQSfFO21oNV5seJ/s320/mr.+clean.bmp" border="0" /></a></p><p></p><p>P.S. If anyone knows how to get dry-erase marker out of clothes please share. My kids have ruined too many things with those darn markers!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjY8JegzpYiYHf8zYzNlNf4I0rtLGhYjw6teYUBVRj6c8naw9618uvXXdv9r6v5vVOHkAJsXqx9a6Y6F9SorN5xDkOIjoAv-L0K2dn8-x2B5rw4RBp5Ub1M1PZS4mhiI2BIO2YnvH_5yGc/s1600-h/scrub+free.jpg"></a></p>Our Sweet Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06497097281334539629noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-68111329449230768332009-01-25T10:45:00.000-08:002009-01-25T11:01:18.725-08:00Crepes with Fruit Sauce<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8TePhyYgLFc6ORuRImFi7WllYoCGcGXDbBsVRpwxyYRXegC1xou70GHUUHfjAv7squezvazMlStf0EBkk7Ce8o45QK6A5piDCw5JuanSTgrR9e_TO8GTi2djmWeq9p8QFy2HRInHH-uA8/s1600-h/IMG_0239_0337.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5295307062926034082" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 210px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8TePhyYgLFc6ORuRImFi7WllYoCGcGXDbBsVRpwxyYRXegC1xou70GHUUHfjAv7squezvazMlStf0EBkk7Ce8o45QK6A5piDCw5JuanSTgrR9e_TO8GTi2djmWeq9p8QFy2HRInHH-uA8/s320/IMG_0239_0337.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>This is a very easy, very yummy crepe recipe from Becky Higgins recipe blog <a href="http://www.beckyhiggins.com/recipes/2008/07/crepes.html">here</a>. I add a delicious fruit sauce over the top - Enjoy! </div><br /><div>CREPES</div><div>4 eggs</div><div>1/4 tsp. salt</div><div>2 c. flour</div><div>2 1/4 c. milk</div><div>1/2 stick (4 Tbsp.) melted butter</div><br /><div>In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and the eggs. Gradually add in the milk, stirring to combine. Add the salt and melted butter; beat until smooth. Heat a lightly oiled 9" frying pan over medium heat. Using a 1/4 c. measuring cup, scoop the batter into the pan. Immediately tilt the pan with a circular motion so that the batter coats the surface evenly. Cook the crepe for about 2 minutes, until the bottom is light brown. Loosen with a spatula, turn and cook the other side. Serve hot. Fill with your favorite fresh fruit, rolled up in the crepe, and sprinkle a little powdered sugar on top.</div><br /><div>SAUCE</div><div>6 Tbsp. sugar</div><div>3 tsp. cornstarch</div><div>1 cup orange juice</div><div>1 cup fresh or frozen fruit</div><br /><div>In small saucepan combine sugar and cornstarch; stir in orange juice. Cook and stir over medium heat until sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1 cup fruit and return to a boil. Boil and stir for 1 minute. Serve over crepes. </div><br /><div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-44058265957127356762008-12-10T19:38:00.000-08:002008-12-10T19:51:40.353-08:00WassailHere is the recipe for the wassail I made for our lovely "Ugly Sweater Party"...which by the way was completely awesome!<br /><br /><strong>Wassail:</strong><br />1 cup sugar<br />2 1/2 cups water<br />5 cloves<br />1/4 tsp allspice<br />2 cinnamon sticks<br /><br />Combine ingredients and boil 5 minutes. Turn off heat and let stand for 1 hour.<br /><br />Add:<br />1 quart apple cider<br />1-6 oz can frozen lemonade<br />1-12 oz can frozen orange juice<br />4 1/2 cups water<br /><br />Heat and serve!The Gardner'shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18149855141902737405noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-59707915569041959732008-12-04T07:23:00.000-08:002008-12-04T07:30:35.154-08:00Spinach Artichoke Dip<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_siZNoSJYdbBjLKOx_1CduBE32Ua7hUkMNSM8PTX2siCcnESOHjh2GQa3aMB08qU1ecGlkEDG_XF8Zgu4np8zC2Dhui6MxgH0yDuoVNkPDMIt3cZVJ6Rs2ohIaEdqf0cnVcafURLqC3A/s1600-h/Chips2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_siZNoSJYdbBjLKOx_1CduBE32Ua7hUkMNSM8PTX2siCcnESOHjh2GQa3aMB08qU1ecGlkEDG_XF8Zgu4np8zC2Dhui6MxgH0yDuoVNkPDMIt3cZVJ6Rs2ohIaEdqf0cnVcafURLqC3A/s320/Chips2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5275956232693323890" border="0" /></a><br /><div><strong>Spinach Artichoke Dip:</strong><br /><a href="http://mykitchencafe.blogspot.com/search/label/Appetizers">from: My Kitchen Cafe</a><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br />-5 garlic cloves</div></div><div style="text-align: left;">-1 10 oz. bottle store-bought alfredo sauce<br />-1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese<br />-1/2 cup parmesan cheese<br />-1 10 oz. package frozen spinach, thawed and drained<br />-1 14.5 oz. can artichoke hearts (non-marinated), roughly chopped<br />-1 8 oz. package cream cheese (softened)<br /><br />*Wrap the garlic cloves in tin foil and bake them at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes. When they are cool to the touch, squeeze them out of their skins and finely chop.<br />*Mix all the ingredients in a medium bowl. It's ok to have clumps of cream cheese. The mixture won't be completely smooth.<br />*Spread the mixture into an 8X8 pan and bake at 350 degrees until bubbly and hot. Serve with chips or baguette slices. </div></div><br />~Ok, so I just made this dip for my Craft Group and it was so yummy. I have to say that this is the best Spinach Artichoke Dip that I have ever made. It was a hit, so I had to share it with you girls :-)Jessicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05152198238366019624noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-61138109819079295922008-11-01T21:22:00.001-07:002008-11-01T21:22:29.579-07:00St. Jude Sprout<object type="application/x-shockwave-flash" classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" codebase="http://fpdownload.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=9,0,0,0" width="300" height="271" id="spo_2wDElihIBULL2m0d" data="http://farm.sproutbuilder.com/338117/load/2wDElihIBULL2m0d.swf"><param name="wmode" value="transparent" /><param name="align" value="middle" /><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always" /><param name="quality" value="best" /><param name="movie" value="http://farm.sproutbuilder.com/338117/load/2wDElihIBULL2m0d.swf" /><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" name="spe_2wDElihIBULL2m0d" src="http://farm.sproutbuilder.com/338117/load/2wDElihIBULL2m0d.swf" width="300" height="271" wmode="transparent" align="middle" allowFullScreen="true" allowScriptAccess="always" quality="best"></embed></object><img style="visibility:hidden;width:0px;height:0px;" border=0 width=0 height=0 src="http://counters.gigya.com/wildfire/IMP/CXNID=2000002.10NXC/bHQ9MTIyNTU5OTY1MTA4MSZwdD*xMjI1NTk5NzQ3NDYyJnA9MTIwNzQxJmQ9MzM4MTM4Jm49YmxvZ2dlciZnPTEmdD*mbz1hZmIzMGY2ODQ*ZDU*YWFhYTljMDlhZWQzZmI4YTg1Mg==.gif" />Stacey and Brody Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08125631369259068631noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-64901378789106837702008-10-26T15:12:00.000-07:002008-10-26T15:17:25.035-07:00Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas. . .<div style="text-align: center;">I made these enchiladas last night and they were so good!<br />I loved the sweet, yet spicy flavor.<br />The best news was that Isaac and Seth liked them too. :-)<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp9F7Hi7YZrxTuyqTEltu3DhiKAT2iThWgGxkauWDb0JSj78PVW-dsAL0VB9V_wIkMwDfHzB2hPOZJS9C3XOFiVdRm7bdj9nro-jK0RkfduscRG0hCqaBGH5TdzHrv1gDc-VaiulUlUMM/s1600-h/DSC007722.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 247px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp9F7Hi7YZrxTuyqTEltu3DhiKAT2iThWgGxkauWDb0JSj78PVW-dsAL0VB9V_wIkMwDfHzB2hPOZJS9C3XOFiVdRm7bdj9nro-jK0RkfduscRG0hCqaBGH5TdzHrv1gDc-VaiulUlUMM/s320/DSC007722.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5261589389911729714" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas</span><br />adapted from <a href="http://sisterscafe.blogspot.com/">The Sisters' Cafe</a><br /><br />1 pound chicken, cooked and shredded (I used 4 large chicken breasts)<br /><br />6 tablespoons honey<br />5 tablespoons lime juice<br />1 tablespoons chili powder<br />1/2 teaspoon garlic powder<br /><br />8-10 flour tortillas<br />1 pound monterey jack cheese, shredded<br />2 10oz cans green enchilada sauce<br /><br /><br />Cook and shred chicken and set aside.<br />Mix the honey, lime juice, chili powder and garlic powder till blended, then toss with shredded chicken and let it marinate for at least 1/2 hour.<br />Pour about 1/2 cup enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 9X13 baking pan. Fill flour tortillas with chicken and shredded cheese, saving about 1 cup of cheese to sprinkle on top of enchiladas. Pour remaining enchilada sauce on top of the enchiladas and sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes until brown and crispy on top.<br />Top with shredded lettuce, diced onions, diced tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole etc. or just eat them as is.</div>Jessicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05152198238366019624noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-32907465356463947962008-10-26T15:06:00.000-07:002008-10-26T15:12:07.964-07:00Apple Crisp<div style="text-align: center;">This is such a yummy Fall Dessert!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUp9Qv8R4QmkrucQL6NzdOsASuJ3M-eDTFbSpM9EoSHqP9oQXqfxPZ_K5HNZg_TFd2e0l1A3YIJCWQoEEBwyV6vduGI-KY-64bA0DHXOMaA8SEIocIB-sv07uSg-QtCVnZlIF83HUaClU/s1600-h/PA210189.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUp9Qv8R4QmkrucQL6NzdOsASuJ3M-eDTFbSpM9EoSHqP9oQXqfxPZ_K5HNZg_TFd2e0l1A3YIJCWQoEEBwyV6vduGI-KY-64bA0DHXOMaA8SEIocIB-sv07uSg-QtCVnZlIF83HUaClU/s320/PA210189.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5261588472430535794" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic; font-size: 130%;">Apple Crisp:</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic; font-size: 130%;"></span><br /><span style="font-style: italic; font-size: 130%;"></span>-4 medium tart cooking apples (like <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">rome</span> or granny smith),<br />when sliced it should be 4 cups<br />-3/4 cup packed brown sugar<br />-1/2 cup all-purpose flour<br />-1/2 cup quick-cooking or old fashioned oats<br />-1/3 cup butter, softened<br />-1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<br />-1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg<br />-cream or vanilla ice cream<br /><br />1. Heat oven to 375. Grease bottom and sides of a 8 by 8 by 2 pan with butter.<br />2. Peel apples, then slice them (I like mine sliced thinly)<br />3. Spread apples in pan.<br />4. Mix the remaining ingredients (except cream) with a fork, until crumbly. Pour mixture over the apples.<br />5. bake for 30 minutes (you don't want to bake it for longer, or the apples will be mushy)<br />6. cool for about 15 minutes then serve with cream or Vanilla Ice Cream.<br /></div>Jessicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05152198238366019624noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-91241437960531438802008-10-17T10:48:00.000-07:002008-10-17T11:06:04.533-07:00creamy chicken soupI really debated on whether or not to even put the picture...I always forget to take it the night of, so here it is in my tupperware container, straight out of the fridge...but I promise, this soup is delicious!<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5258185117214536322" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTNX-WTOY73uz_fzyD-kmPjog53zpSndf1k-7dQsNOZkcdpgi5QHXNtJzqqJeuw5ffrDXYS_kN_M_upBvzmfJ5xP_3mvmJKtfV4Caky4GtB4DXUcm3Xd2T85jRUNj3Z1A8oN7DE3lXrAxg/s200/October2008+039.jpg" border="0" />CREAMY CHICKEN SOUP:<br /><div></div><br /><div>3 cups chicken (cubed or shredded)*</div><div>3 carrots sliced</div><div>1 1/2 cups celery, diced</div><div>2 onions, chopped</div><div>1/2 cup fresh parsley</div><div>salt and pepper to taste</div><div>3 cups milk</div><div>1/2 cup butter</div><div>1/2 cup flour</div><div></div><br /><div>*My mom usually just plops a small chicken in, but as a time factor, I usually just cut mine up)</div><br /><div></div><div>Combine uncooked chicken, carrots, celery, onions, parsley, salt and pepper in large pot. Cover with water and boil apprx. 20 min, or until chicken is cooked and veggies are tender. Drain liquid, reserving 3 cups. Set chicken and vegetables aside. Combine reserved liquid and milk into large pot and bring to a boil. In a different pan, melt butter and stir in flour. Mix until smooth. Add to boiling liquid. Boil until thick. Add chicken and veggies.</div><br /><div></div><div>When I made this last night I decided to add homemade noodles to it, which tasted amazing!</div><br /><div></div><div>NOODLES:</div><div></div><div>1 egg beaten</div><div>1 Tbl. milk</div><div>pinch of salt</div><div>flour</div><br /><div></div><div>Mix egg, milk and salt together. Add flour unti you have a stiff ball. Knead until it is mixed well. Roll out with rolling pin until pretty thin. Once you have it rolled out, (I use a pizza cutter) cut the noodles into thin strips, or whatever shape you want them! Let sit for 20 minutes.</div><br /><div>(I added my noodles to the chicken/milk liquid, while I was waiting for it to boil.)</div><div></div><div>If you are going to add noodles, I would recommend adding a little more liquid. I added about 3 cups of chicken broth and dumped a little powdered milk in at the end. (Just kinda make it up as you go!)</div>The Gardner'shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18149855141902737405noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-43809036103691087112008-10-08T06:16:00.000-07:002008-10-08T06:25:41.840-07:00BYU Mint Brownies<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdzG8lIv3U4lkFenNaMFTGeJ-LMVQsytRKCLMqnLhX-Xo1pnSGTs7IXxMseXy8YiFR9zgYV0bXbgvL7GyWLzmuTXLQfK9kDBV0YbF_xag0z1U-MU-u6XT69tSQRv173Aivquft9pVMTJd_/s1600-h/Brownies.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254771542434505250" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdzG8lIv3U4lkFenNaMFTGeJ-LMVQsytRKCLMqnLhX-Xo1pnSGTs7IXxMseXy8YiFR9zgYV0bXbgvL7GyWLzmuTXLQfK9kDBV0YbF_xag0z1U-MU-u6XT69tSQRv173Aivquft9pVMTJd_/s320/Brownies.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />I am usually not a big fan of brownies, but I love the BYU Mint Brownies! I got the recipe from one of my mom's friends. I hope you enjoy!<br /><br /><br /><br />MAKES ONE 9-BY-13 PAN OF BROWNIES.<br />PREP AND COOK: 90 min. COOL: 1 hr.<br /><br />- Brownies:<br /><ul><li>1 c. margarine<br />1/2 c. cocoa<br />2 Tbsp. honey<br />4 eggs<br />2 c. sugar<br />1 3/4 c. flour<br />1/2 Tbsp. baking powder<br />1/2 tsp. salt<br />1 c. chopped walnuts12 oz (optional)</li></ul><p><br />- Chocolate Icing: (Use your own icing recipe or purchase some chocolate frosting. You can also search the Internet for chocolate icing recipes.) </p><p><br />- Mint Icing: </p><ul><li>Dash of salt</li><li>5 Tbsp. Margarine<br />3 Tbsp. milk<br />1 Tbsp. light corn syrup<br />2 1/3 c. powdered sugar<br />1/2 tsp. mint extract<br />1-2 drops green food coloring</li></ul><p><br />1.Melt margarine and mix in cocoa. Allow to cool. Add honey, eggs, sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well. Add nuts. Pour batter into a greased 9-by-13 baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Cool.<br />2. Prepare mint icing: Soften margarine. Add salt, corn syrup, and powdered sugar. Beat until smooth and fluffy. Add mint extract and food coloring. Mix. Add milk gradually until the consistency is a little thinner than cake frosting.3. Spread mint icing over brownies. Place brownies in the freezer for a short time to stiffen the icing. Remove from the freezer and carefully add a layer of chocolate icing.<br /></p>Our Sweet Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06497097281334539629noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7056373834618159200.post-34157650643925811902008-09-29T09:08:00.000-07:002008-09-29T09:30:21.925-07:00Cooking/Photography WebsiteI found this really great website. It has some great recipes and I like that it shows EVERY step (with nice pictures!) Also the photography part is pretty great too. There are some basic photo-taking tips and tricks and details about cameras. There is also alot of information about photoshop stuff and how to jazz up your photos. Check it out when you have time! <a href="http://thepioneerwoman.com/">http://thepioneerwoman.com/</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1