Category Archives: Recipes

Pumpkin French Toast Recipe (with whipped pumpkin butter)

Posted on October 21, 2018 by

I’ve always wanted to try pumpkin French toast so I made some this morning.  It was surprisingly good and even hubby liked it so it was a win-win!  I used honey wheat bread and it didn’t seem to want to … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Posted on October 12, 2018 by

These are quick, easy to make, and very delicious for all of you pumpkin fans!  They’re very light and fluffy.  I used light brown sugar when I made them tonight but I think they’d be even better with dark brown … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Spice Cake

Posted on June 19, 2018 by

This delicious cake is always a hit with the family, at pot lucks, or when company is coming.  It’s moist and rich and easy to make.  Don’t let the title fool you…  The only spice is 1 teaspoon of cinnamon … Continue reading →

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Saucy Ham and Potato Bake

Posted on June 14, 2017 by

Good ole southern comfort food and definitely one of my husband’s favorites! Saucy Ham and Potato Bake   2 tablespoons chopped onion (I use a little more than this) 1/4 cup margarine or butter 1/4 cup flour 1 teaspoon salt … Continue reading →

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It’s Chili Time!

Posted on October 3, 2016 by

Last night I decided to make a pot of chili.  Hubby worked out in the yard most of the afternoon after watching his not-so-beloved-anymore Titans lose yet another game.  (BUT HOW ‘BOUT THEM VOLS?)!!!!!  He commented how good the chili … Continue reading →

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King’s Arms Tavern Sweet Potatoes

Posted on November 27, 2013 by

One of my favorite places to visit is Colonial Williamsburg.  I first visited there my senior year in high school, and during that visit, we dined at the King’s Arms Tavern.  I can still taste that meal and remember everything … Continue reading →

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Earth Day Fun

Posted on April 21, 2013 by

Tomorrow is Earth Day.  I’m re-posting a blog from a couple of years ago that tells how to make cute Earth Day treats–Jell-O Earth Day Dirt Cups.  When I took the pictures, I had made these dirt cups for a group of … Continue reading →

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Recipe for Russian Tea

Posted on December 5, 2011 by

I love to drink Russian tea in the wintertime.  It’s a delightful spiced tea that is sure to warm you up on a cold winter’s day.  Put some in a decorative jar for a nice little gift.  Russian Tea 2 … Continue reading →

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Recipe for Frozen Fruit Salad

Posted on October 16, 2011 by

This is a recipe I got out of Good Housekeeping Magazine many years ago (I used to clip a lot of recipes out of that magazine when I was a teenager).  It’s pretty easy to make.  I don’t make it a lot … Continue reading →

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Recipe for Lasagna

Posted on August 28, 2011 by

This is an old lasagna recipe that I’ve had since I was a teenager.  It’s time-consuming to make, but easy, so allow plenty of time (about 5 hours from start of preparation until it’s done).  It’s from NES (Nashville Electric … Continue reading →

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