Sourdough Corn Bread

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Sourdough Corn Bread...

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Kitchen Tip: How to Strain Yogurt

How to strain Yogurt and Why?
Straining yogurt is not only fast and easy to do,
the"after"results are well worth it.

Why?
The reason for straining yogurt is a simple one:
When you strain the liquid or whey from yogurt,
you reduce the liquid, therefore minimizing
the amount of liquid in a recipe.
Strained yogurt adds a creamier and
richer texture to recipes.
Another bonus for straining yogurt,
it's good for you and
it's delicious~

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Spinach and Cheddar Cheese Quiche

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Spinach and Sharp Cheddar Cheese Quiche~

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Pfeffernüesse Cookies with Spiced Powdered Sugar

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Pfeffernuesse Cookies with

Spiced Powdered Sugar

December 23rd is

National Pfeffernüesse Day

Pfeffernüesse Cookies are one of the oldest and
most popular holiday cookie in Germany, Denmark and The Netherlands.
Known as Pepernoten in Dutch (plural),
Pebernødder in Danish and
Pepper Nuts in English.
Pfeffernüesse cookies are so beloved in many European Countries that there is a
National Pfeffernüesse Day,
held each year on December 23rd in honor of these spicy little cookies.
Pfeffernüesse are great for dunking in...
Hot mulled cider,
A mug of hot tea,
Hot chocolate, or
A steaming mug of Glühwein

Get the recipe here!

Venison Sausage and Wild Rice Quiche

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Venison Sausage and Wild Rice Quiche

This delicious quiche is full of flavor and
filled with cooked wild rice,
ground venison sausage or
you can substitute ground vension  and
smoked Gouda cheese.
The wonderful thing about making a quiche is.....
you can literally use any ingredients you have on hand and
the end result will be delicious~

Get the recipe here!

Kitchen Tip: How to Remove Stubborn Price Stickers

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How to Remove Stubborn Price Stickers

How in the heck do you remove those Stubborn,
Super Sticky, Price Stickers??
You know the ones.....
The ones you can't get off....
No matter what you do....

Well,
I have an easy and simple trick to remove those stubborn sticker/tags.
This same method works well on those stubborn labels too.
I have actually ruin things, trying to get those darn things off.

If your like me and like to go thrift shopping..
You know all to well what I'm talking about!
I always seem to buy that "gotta have it" find,
Which of course,
Has been sitting on the store window sill..in the sun....
For a few years...
That price sticker has literally baked on to that "gotta have it" find....
Making it almost impossible to remove...
Until now.....

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Kitchen Tip: Broccoli Stems~

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Broccoli Stems

Don't throw away those Broccoli Stems....

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Kitchen Tip: How to Preserve Garlic

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How to Preserve Garlic

          

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Kitchen Tip: How to Cut Corn Off the Cob

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Corn

This week-end we stopped at our favorite farm stand and
picked up some corn on the cob.
Here in Northern Wisconsin,
the corn season is later than usual..
due to the cooler temperatures that we
experienced in the spring and throughout the summer.

How to cut corn off the cob~

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How to Cut Whole Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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How to Cut Whole Sun-Dried Tomatoes

I love the flavor of sun-dried tomatoes.
They add a delicious burst of flavor to sandwiches, salads, eggs and
just about anything you put them in or on.

Get the recipe here!

Dulce de Leche Cheesecake

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Dulce de Leche Cheesecake

If you are a fan of caramel and cheesecake...
This  cheesecake is for you!

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Pugliese Bread

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Pugliese Bread is made with a biga~

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Make your own Chili Powder

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How to make your own Chili Powder

Making your own chili powder is easy,
allows you to get the right flavor and
just the right degree of heat that you want.


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Kitchen Tip: What is a Roux?

What is a Roux?

A few days ago I received a call from my son Bob.
His wife Kim was making a Cheddar Cheese Soup and
the recipe called for making a roux.
They often call me with a "cooking question," and
I am always happy to answer.
I am thrilled when my kids take an interest in cooking..
I in Southern States, a roux is part of every day cooking but
I grew up learning how to thicken sauces and gravy using a flour and water mixture or
a corn starch and water mixture also called a "Slurry"
So, to answer your question Bob and Kim, a roux is...........

Get the recipe here!

BBQ Snack Mix

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BBQ Snack  Mix

This snack mix is sure to spice up your next party.
The barbecue seasoning gives this mix great flavor.

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Home Run Snack Party Mix

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Home Run Snack Party Mix~

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Stuffed Rigatoni Lasagna

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Stuffed Rigatoni Lasagna

Stuffed Rigatoni Lasagna

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Banana Prune Muffins

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Banana Prune Muffins

Banana Prune Muffins are wonderful.
We made them in our jumbo muffin pan but
you can easily use a regular size muffin pan.

This recipe made a believer out of me.....
prunes or "dried plums" are delicious and wonderful.
Step aside raisins....
Prunes are back and
they aren't just for older people anymore.
Find out more about "Dried Plums" Let's Talk Prunes

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Pork Chops with Veggies and Mushroom Risotto

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Pork Chops with Veggies

and

Mushroom Risotto

A complete meal~
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Maple and Honey Snack Mix

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Maple and Honey Snack Mix

Make this yummy and delicious snack mix for your next party or
bring this snack with you to the next baseball game.
Your kids will love snaking on this yummy mix,
made with maple syrup, cinnamon and honey-nut Cherrios.
You can store this snack mix in individual snack bags or
one large resealable baggie.

Get the recipe here!