This is a recipe that was given to me in college. In one of my painting classes, there was a lady named Fran. She was a beautiful older lady, full of spunk and just taking some painting classes to finish up a dream she had had when she was younger. We all loved her. That year, she invited us to her gracious home to have a Christmas party, and … Read More »
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Chicken Saltimbocca
This chicken recipe sounds fancy and it makes a beautiful presentation, but it is really easy! Here I put it over some rosemary (my oldest daughter asked why I was putting it over some of the Christmas tree) to make it look good. It is a recipe I got from a free Campbell's recipe book in a grocery store many years ago, but again, I have … Read More »
Trusses and Heat Loss
My husband likes to brag that the homes he builds don't ever have icicles. I know what he means, and I'll explain. There is more than one cause for a home having icicles, and some of them are just related to weather. However, if you have a lot of icicles, all winter long, you should be looking at how much it is costing you to heat your home. … Read More »
Chicken Tortellini Soup
This is my family's favorite soup! This soup takes traditional chicken noodle soup and gives it a twist. Everyone loves the noodles, and I load each bowl with fresh baby spinach. I think it will become a family favorite for you as well. … Read More »
Meatball Minestrone Soup
This soup makes a meal! If you like the soups at Olive Garden, this soup is for you. I got it from the "One Armed Cook", but I've adapted it a little bit. … Read More »
Apple Pie
Thanksgiving is sneaking up on us, and so I thought I would throw in my best pie recipe. We'll start with the crust. I was given this recipe by my sister-in-law, who is a fabulous cook. I believe she told me she got the recipe from America's Test Kitchen. I've never had a better pie crust. It's worth the little extra steps that are in … Read More »
Chicken Pesto Pizza on Wheat Crust
This is another simple recipe, especially if you buy your pesto and pizza crust from the store. I love the flavor of the wheat crust, but of course, you can do whatever kind you want. … Read More »
The Truth About No-Flip Mattresses
About one year ago, I was on the way to get my kids off of the school bus, and I heard an interview by Terry Gross on NPR. It has stuck with me ever since I heard it, and I wanted to share some of it with you today. I find the mattress world to be...elusive. That would be the perfect word. And if you are shopping for a new mattress, it can be … Read More »
Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
Creamy soup that can be made ahead of time, in a slow cooker....it doesn't get better than that! This recipe has become a family favorite. It is something I can cook on a really busy day, it is simple enough my two year old will eat it, and it is hearty enough for my husband to give it rave reviews. … Read More »
Homemade White Bread
Nothing makes a house a home more than the smell of hot bread in the oven...... … Read More »
