Category Archives: Recipes

Pumpkin French Toast Recipe (with whipped pumpkin butter)

Posted on October 21, 2018 by Gail

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 Gail

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 Gail

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 Gail

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 Gail

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 Gail

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 Gail

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 Gail

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 Gail

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 Gail

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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