Most of my favorite recipes come from an America’s Test Kitchen cookbook, and this is no exception. This Ultimate Seven-Layer Dip will knock your socks off. Ultimate Seven-Layer Dip from Cook’s Country Best Potluck Recipes BEAN LAYER 1 – 15.5 oz. can black beans, drained but not rinsed 2 garlic cloves, minced 3/4 t. chili … Read more
Here are two more great recipes from Whole Grains – whole wheat strawberry pancakes and whole wheat oatmeal pancakes. For me, breakfast is the best place to start incorporating more grains into my diet. My kids loved these two pancake recipes and had no idea they were eating whole wheat and oatmeal! You’ll need a … Read more
We’ve been hiking and camping quite a bit this summer, and I’ve found 3 easy and healthy snack recipes in a Betty Crocker cookbook I recently received to review (it’s fabulous and I’ll be giving it away in September) called Whole Grains. I’m working my way through this book and I’m loving it, especially the … Read more
Here are some more great July craft and food ideas from last year:
These cookies taste just like bakery cookies – Take them to a neighbor quick or you’ll eat them all! THICK AND CHEWY CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES an America’s Test Kitchen recipe 2 c. + 2 T. all-purpose flour 1/2 t. baking soda 1/2 t. salt 12 T. butter, melted and cooled 1 c. packed brown sugar … Read more
I found this report that has 101 tips and techniques for cooking like a chef. I knew a few of the tips and techniques already, but I learned a handful of new handy tricks as well. There are tips for general cooking; sauces and seasonings; meat and poultry; barbecuing; fruits and vegetables; pastas, rice, and … Read more
This is my first layer cake! It is a fabulous recipe and I can’t wait to enjoy this cake again on Christmas Day! DEVIL’S FOOD CAKE 1 1/2 c. all purpose flour 1 t. baking soda 1/2 t. baking powder 1/4 t. salt 1 1/4 c. boiling water 4 oz. unsweetened chocolate, chopped 1/2 c. … Read more
This dessert is the best. It’s one of those that I just can’t control myself with. Forget intuitive eating, and meet Scotcheroos. I grew up eating Scotcheroos, a family favorite in desserts. I think I’ve mentioned before how my family is really into dessert and we have to have it at least once every day. … Read more
So this morning as I ate a yogurt for my second breakfast I was reminded of a little snack I would make for myself when I was pregnant. (I’m not pregnant now, but I still require a second breakfast.) For me the hardest food restriction was no cookie dough. I think I only disobeyed one … Read more
Bake up some Christmas treats and make goody plates to deliver to friends and neighbors. This activity is one of my favorites – I enjoy baking and I especially like making pretty desserts. Delivering your freshly baked treats saves you from eating them and spreads holiday cheer. Here are some recipes for some delicious, beautiful, … Read more