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Dirty Rice
Way back before we had any kids, John and I used to walk to work at his pet shop and walk home every day (because we had no car). It was about a mile or so, and we were young and very fit. Actually, that’s an understatement. We were really fit and rather skinny. On [...]
Hamburger Potato Casserole
If ya read the previous post about Homemade Cocoa Mix and the comments on that post then you’ll remember that Melissa left me a link to a site that is just very rich and deep and full of grand recipes and kitchen advice and I LOVE THE HOMESTEAD KITCHEN! She pointed me at the Mixes [...]
Potatoes and Ham – YUMMY!
I set out to make some Macaroni and Cheese on Wednesday, but it just so happens that I was woefully low on cheese. New plan needed. And what with all the green, hairy STRESS from Rowdy gettin’ all hurt I really had a hard time processing the fact that I had some ham in the [...]
I ♥ My Crockpot!!!
I love being able to go in the kitchen early in the day and put supper on and not give it another thought until Hubs walks in the door and it’s time to eat. Love that! Crockpot Lasagna The sauce: 1 lb ground meat (beef, pork, whatever) 1 onion, diced 1 bell pepper if I [...]
Chile Relleño Casserole
This is super easy to make! You’ll need: 2 – 7 oz cans of green chiles, chopped and drained ¾ lb m. jack cheese 10 eggs 1¼ cups milk ¼ cup whole wheat flour 2 tsp parsley flakes or chopped fresh 2 Tbsp baking powder 1 tsp salt Preheat your oven to 350° and spray [...]
Homemade Macaroni and Cheese
This one is easier than the old one we used to like, it’s also tastier! You’ll need: Sauce 1½ cups thin white sauce 2 cups cheddar cheese, grated 2 T minced onion 1 t dry mustard 2 eggs, beaten ½ cup dry milk powder 1 cup cottage cheese Pasta 1 lb whole wheat macaroni, cooked [...]
Enchiladas in Pictures!
Cheese and Onion Enchiladas You’ll need: corn tortillas 2 lbs cheese, I used a mix of colby and M. Jack ½ onion, diced 1 cup olive oil 3 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce 2 Tablespoons taco seasoning ½ teaspoon cumin If you are hispanic you may wanna avert your eyes while I attempt to explain [...]





