What can warm your soul when it is brrrr cold outside? A glowing fire? Family? Lit candles? How ’bout homemade soup? We have a few favorites. This one is from a fellow Army wife from our Germany days. It’s Chicken Tortellini Soup. chicken soup with a twist Try this hearty chicken soup with a twist. … Read More about Warm Your Soul with Soup
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Retro Artichoke Dip & That Spinach One Too
Do you need a stand by hot appetizer in your favorites collection? Here you go! Spinach Artichoke Dip! Add to your Recipe Collection Having a few favorite appetizers in your ‘Favorite Family Recipes’ collection is a good idea. The easiest of all is pre-peeled shrimp with cocktail sauce. It is a special treat for everyone. … Read More about Retro Artichoke Dip & That Spinach One Too
Packing Christmas Away
Sunday was Epiphany, the day that marks the end of Christmas season. Epiphany is the rememberance of the Wise Men who arrive at the house to worship the Child. When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped … Read More about Packing Christmas Away
Fabulous Side for Labor Day Celebrations
It’s not Labor Day but it is Nancy’s birthday! family favorite Nancy is our oldest. Later we will go over for the celebration with food and games. We’re bringing a family favorite as requested, Grandpa’s Hash Brown Casserole. This is a great side dish for so many meals. We love it with steaks, ham, and … Read More about Fabulous Side for Labor Day Celebrations
Sunday “Christmas” Cake
(an updated post from 2019) Yesterday was our “Christmas” with our daughter and family. It was early. This is the year they make the drive to visit our son in law’s family for Christmas. We are so blessed that we all agree to flip years for Christmas and Thanksgiving. This is a great dessert that … Read More about Sunday “Christmas” Cake
Thanksgiving is Coming!
We are mere days away from Thanksgiving. Is it too late to decorate? No!! I finished adding fall decor to our downstairs this week. I had several goals. Traditional Elements I often use my antique dough bowl from our years in China. Indian corn, stems of traditional fall leaves with a few large deep red … Read More about Thanksgiving is Coming!
Southern Classic: Homemade Coconut Cream Pie
Southern classic recipes are the best! So are southern pies. my Story behind pie making There seems to be a story behind many of our favorite foods even a coconut custard pie. My husband likes pies with whipped cream or meringue on the top. I don’t make them. I think I was intimidated by the … Read More about Southern Classic: Homemade Coconut Cream Pie
6 Thanksgiving Planning Tips for a Delicious & Memorable Feast
Planning ahead for the Thanksgiving feast is important and not to be left to chance! Planning ahead also makes that special feast day more enjoyable for everyone and generally lessens the chaos of preparing that special meal. a family and friend focused gathering The whole family with our five kids and their spouses and kids … Read More about 6 Thanksgiving Planning Tips for a Delicious & Memorable Feast
Rotisserie Chicken White Chili
It’s fall and. that means cooler days and slight changes to our menus. Roasted pork and roasted fall vegetables are delicious. Though we have soups and stews all year long ,there is just something about cooler weather that makes it taste so much better! Changes for health reasons In my mind , chili is red! … Read More about Rotisserie Chicken White Chili
Simple Affordable Bedroom Update
This used to be Meg’s room. Now it is a room for our adult kids and familes to sleep when they visit. A place for grandchildren sleep over. Friends. A guest room! exciting changes Meg moved out about a year ago to her very own home! The room started to become a dumping ground and … Read More about Simple Affordable Bedroom Update