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Herbed Dinner Rolls

Want to try making handmade rolls for the holidays this coming week? This recipe I have been making for many years. These herbed rolls are easy to make and don't require extensive baking knowledge. And if you have someone at the table who doesn't like flavored rolls, brush with the egg wash, and don't sprinkle… Continue reading Herbed Dinner Rolls

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Great Depression Recipes: Poor Man’s Fruitcake

Let's visit a recipe that makes me think of Yum Yum Cake, another Great Depression era recipe (also known as War Cake - see here for my sugar-free version). I saw the recipe on a page about historical recipes, and that's where my mind immediately went. The amount of batter was quite a lot, and… Continue reading Great Depression Recipes: Poor Man’s Fruitcake

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Cutout Gingerbread Cookies

Kirk got me thinking about making rolled-out/cut-out cookies for the holidays. I was thinking sugar cookies, but then I thought about it, and gingerbread sounded great. More holiday inspired on a cold West Virginia morning. It snowed overnight this weekend, and everything is white outside till the polar vortex finally lets go this week. These… Continue reading Cutout Gingerbread Cookies

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Pea Dip

It sounds unexciting to call it pea dip, but this simple dip is intensely flavored. It would also make an excellent spread on crusty bread to start a sandwich with. It has the thickness of guacamole. High in protein and fiber, with a brightness of spring. Tip: To thaw peas, measure them and leave them… Continue reading Pea Dip

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Cranberry Cheesecake Baked Oats

Do you still have fresh cranberries loitering in your refrigerator? Want a different kind of breakfast? This baked oatmeal isn't overly sweet, so if you like it sweeter, I suggest adding more or drizzling on pure maple syrup. Cranberry Cheesecake Baked Oats Ingredients: 1 large egg 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted 1¼ cups milk 3½… Continue reading Cranberry Cheesecake Baked Oats