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Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

WARNING: While I love the flavor of these, I do not like how puffy they are. They wobble and topple over, causing the filling to ooze. But I’m in the process of making it better. I will continue to adjust and make note of it. I am putting the recipe here for all of youContinue reading “Pumpkin Whoopie Pies”

OVEN POTATOES

I start with a nice small potato. Reds are my favorite. This recipe is for a 5 pound bag. However, cut the recipe in half and just do 2 pounds! Or even just adjusting the seasoning to your preference. Scrub the potatoes and place them in a roaster pan (or 9×13 pan). Cut any ofContinue reading “OVEN POTATOES”

Coleslaw

1 head cabbage chopped, diced, or shredded as desired 2 medium carrots finely chopped or shredded Sprinkle the following over the cabbage and carrots (do not just dump it in one place on the veggies!) 2 t. granulated onion 2 t. granulated garlic 1/2 t. granulated sugar 1 t. salt (add more if desired) 1/2Continue reading “Coleslaw”

Peach Icy

Summer in a cup starts with using a good blender. Put into the blender in order given: 1 medium/large peach or 2 small peaches 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup sugar 2 cups of ice (I use a level full 16 oz. red disposable plastic cup) Blend on low for a few seconds, then turn itContinue reading “Peach Icy”

Pecan Pie

Line a 9″ pie plate with an unbaked pie crust. Crimp the edges to create a nice pie crust edge! Set aside. Beat together in a large bowl: 3 eggs Add to the eggs: 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/2 c. brown sugar 1 c. corn syrup (light or dark) 3 T. butter (soft or cutContinue reading “Pecan Pie”

Canned Peaches

I am having a hard time with this recipe. It’s long and detailed. I am going to make a video of the process this year and post it! That is much easier. IN THE MEANTIME, here is my best attempt. Please don’t let the many words overwhelm you. It really is a simple process. ItContinue reading “Canned Peaches”

5 Jalapenos

In a large pot, bring to a boil: 5 c. white vinegar 5 c. water 5 T. canning/pickling salt 5 T. sugar 5 T. minced garlic Place whole or sliced jalapeno peppers into pint size jars (remember to wear gloves when handling the peppers!). You can add slices of onion if you would like. IContinue reading “5 Jalapenos”

Mom’s Cough Syrup

Whisk together equal parts of: glycerin fresh squeezed lemon juice honey Mom would give us a tablespoon of this when we had bad coughs as children. I know she would sometimes add a drip of whiskey to the batch, too. I never have, but some people say the brandy helps. I have made this forContinue reading “Mom’s Cough Syrup”

Honey Vinegar

When we had upset tummy as a child, my mom would have us sip on this drink. So many times the stomach flu would pass quickly. I am convinced it was because we drank this. I also know that drinking this in general is sometimes beneficial to some people even if they are not sick.Continue reading “Honey Vinegar”

Planting Guide (for Life)

First, plant 5 rows of peas: Preparedness Promptness Perseverance Politeness Prayer Next, plant 3 rows of squash: Squash gossip Squash criticism Squash indifference Then 5 rows of lettuce: Let us be faithful Let us be unselfish Let us be loyal Let us be truthful Let us love one another Lastly, plant turnips: Turn up forContinue reading “Planting Guide (for Life)”