The other night I was watching the food network when one of my favorite shows came on, The Best Thing I Ever Ate. It is where chefs around the country…
ShandraNovember 29, 2011
Do you need something new and fun to make for your Thanksgiving or holiday parties? These two cranberries are some of my favorite quick side dish/appetizer recipes I love to…
ShandraNovember 20, 2011
What would Thanksgiving be without a homemade pumpkin pie? I am usually too full to eat too much pumpkin pie after dinner on Thanksgiving, but it is one of my…
ShandraNovember 20, 2011
Best, simple and easy turkey gravy to go with any Thanksgiving meal. Simple Turkey Gravy Drippings from the bottom of the pan you cooked the turkey in (if using a…
ShandraNovember 19, 2011
There are certain pies that 'must' be at my Thanksgiving table. Pumpkin pie (that's a no brainer) and French Silk. This might not be your typical pie served, but it…
ShandraNovember 17, 2011
My sister in law introduced this recipe for Applesauce Cake with Cream Sauce to our family this holiday season. It was such a holiday hit! This cake is perfect for…
ShandraNovember 15, 2011
I can't believe Thanksgiving is next week! If you are like me you are figuring out assignments, a menu and getting last minute shopping done. If you have not finalized…
ShandraNovember 15, 2011
Cinnamon and nutmeg..a match made in heaven! There is something about the smell and taste of cinnamon during the holidays. It is such a warm and comforting flavor and seems…
ShandraNovember 10, 2011
This past month it has been fun to experiment with recipes that help us use the oats in our food storage. Here is a quick list of some of my…
ShandraNovember 8, 2011
I am a HUGE fan of muffins! Doesn't the word muffin sound so much better than cupcake? These recipes could possible qualify for being a cupcake because they both are…
ShandraNovember 7, 2011
Summer is almost over and I can't tell you how many times I have made this salad. It is for sure a new favorite! Buffalo flavors have been my recent…
ShandraNovember 2, 2011
There are few things more fall-ish than apples & caramel. Whether it's a caramel apple, apple crisp, or apple cake, I love apple and caramel together. Add some cinnamon, nuts…
ShandraOctober 26, 2011
Oat month continues! Remember to stock up your food storage this month on oats of any kind (steel cut, quick, regular, instant or whole groats). I am excited to share…
ShandraOctober 24, 2011
Before October is over, I couldn't help but share two of my favorite pumpkin recipes with you. This first recipe for Pumpkin Waffles has been a favorite of my family's…
ShandraOctober 21, 2011
It is no surprise that my blog is not the cutest on the block, crafty, or over-all very creative. Over the years I have come to accept I am way…
ShandraOctober 17, 2011
LAST DAY TO ENTER TO WIN A FREE SUN OVEN! A couple weeks ago the owner of Sun Ovens came to our city and put on an amazing presentation. I…
ShandraOctober 16, 2011
A friend of mine mentioned that she loved the Caramel Steamers from a local favorite bakery of ours. With the colder weather lately I thought this would be something fun…
ShandraOctober 12, 2011
Our peach tree has been incredible this year! We were able to bottle over 40 quarts of peaches, 14 pints of jam, and have been eating them fresh for weeks.…
ShandraOctober 10, 2011
My friend Amy several months ago mentioned something about a pumpkin pie oatmeal recipe she had found online. Just from the title I knew I would be a BIG fan…
ShandraOctober 8, 2011
