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Peach Cobbler – Oh So Good!

This weekend I turned this…. Into this…. Yummy, delicious, mouth watering, oh so good for your soul, PEACH COBBLER! You’ll definitely want to try this one out! Ingredients: Batter * 1/2 cup melted butter * 1 cup flour * 1 cup sugar * 2 teaspoons baking powder * 1/4 teaspoon salt * 2/3 cup room [...]

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Lemon Cream Cheese Pie – The Perfect Summer Dessert

As a child, I can remember my mom making this pie for picnics and family gatherings.  She didn’t normally add lemon to the cream cheese mixture but would top with canned blueberry or cherry pie topping. The way mom would prepare it is still my favorite way to enjoy this simple dessert, but I thought  [...]

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Blueberry-Orange Scones

Blueberries and oranges make the perfect pairing in this simple, yet delicious treat.  Try whipping up a batch of these Blueberry-Orange Scones for your next weekend brunch or to go with a cup of tea! Ingredients 2 1/2 cups flour 3 tbsp orange rind 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 tsp salt 1/3 cup butter, cut up [...]

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Wordless Wednesday – Healthy Blueberry Muffins

Do you love Blueberry Muffins but not the empty calories and fat? So do I! Come back tomorrow and I’ll share my healthy and easy recipe for Healthy Blueberry Muffins that are sure to please even your pickiest child!

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Shrimp & Tortellini Pasta

I love this dish! Try this yummy Shrimp & Tortellini Pasta the next time you’re looking for something quick to make for your family. It’s so easy, can be made with fresh ingredients and is kid friendly, too! Ingredients 1 pkg frozen or refrigerated cheese tortellini 1 can diced tomatoes – I like the organic [...]

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Mountain Mamma Salad

Did you know that I am originally a mountain mamma from West Virginia turned corn lovin’, Illinois girl?  Yep.  That’s me! Check out this salad that my mom used to make in the Summer. So simple…yet so good! Ingredients Salad Ribeye steak (this is my favorite cut for this salad, but use what you like) [...]

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Help Me Overcome My Food Burnout

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I’m having food burnout. I prepare 3 meals and 3 snacks a day and I’m tired of everything I make! Here’s what is on my usual meal plan right now: Breakfast Pancakes, yogurt, eggs, toast, cereal, waffles, muffins, bananas, oatmeal Snacks Cheese and crackers, veggies, animal crackers, muffins, hummus and pita chips, yogurt sticks, various [...]

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This Is Not Yo’ Mama’s Banana Pudding

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Have you tried Paula Deen’s Not Yo’ Mama’s Banana Pudding yet?  NO?!  Well, you HAVE to try it! I’ve been known to serve a Paula dish or two and this one has got to be one of my fav’s! It’s got a wonderful, rich, creamy flavor that everyone in your family is sure to love!  [...]

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BBQ Pulled Pork

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Remember when I asked for some help with this pork roast the other day?  Well, I ended up coming up with an easy and delicious recipe for it!  And, who better to consult when making a down home Southern dish – well, Paula Deen, of course!! A quick search of PaulaDeen.com and I found this [...]

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Do You Have A Favorite Pulled Pork Recipe? Share With Me!

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What should I do with this? I picked up this 5lb pork roast for only $5! I have  been craving some yummy, pulled pork and want to cook it up for tomorrow.  Have a favorite recipe to share with me?  Link me up!  I’ll make sure to give you credit!

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