These not-too-sweet, slice-and-bake cookies are retro good. Maple Pecan Ice Box Cookies Beat together until smooth and creamy: 1 cup butter, softened ½ cup sugar Add: 3 Tablespoons real maple syrup 1 large egg yolk ½ teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon maple extract Beat well. Stir in: 2 cups flour (half white and half whole […]
Kid Friendly Meals
Tortellini, Spinach and Artichoke Salad
May 18, 2023
My sister Denise introduced me to this satisfying salad, good for lunch or dinner, especially in the springtime when the spinach is tender and fresh. Tortellini, Spinach, and Artichoke Salad Cook according to package instructions (or just 2-3 minutes): 1 pound fresh tortellini Drain and combine in a large bowl with: 8 ounces baby spinach, […]
Corn Fritters
May 1, 2023
Great snack. Add a salad and make it lunch or dinner. Corn Fritters In a large bowl, whisk together: 2 eggs 2/3 cup whole milk 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper ½ teaspoon ground cayenne 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 cup flour Stir in: 3 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen) ¼ cup green […]
Cousin Ginny’s Pumpkin Muffins
Apr 29, 2023
This oldie but goodie is still my favorite not-too-sweet bread or muffin. Cousin Ginny’s Pumpkin Bread or Muffins Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease and flour a bread pan or muffin tin. Blend together: 1/3 cup butter, softened1 cup granulated sugar When smooth and light, mix in, a few ingredients at a time: 2 eggs, […]
Apple, Yogurt, Nuts, Raisins
Feb 28, 2022
My favorite quick breakfast at home. When camping, I add granola on top. Apple, Yogurt, Nuts, Raisins For each serving, mix together in a bowl: 1 apple, chopped3-5 ounces plain (unsweetened) yogurt1 tablespoon chopped nuts (i.e walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds)½ tablespoon golden or regular raisinsSprinkling of nutmeg and/or cinnamon¼ cup granola (optional) 1 teaspoon ground flax (optional)
Soft Ginger Cookies
Feb 20, 2022
A sweet, lightly spiced treat. Soft Ginger Cookies Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Blend together in a bowl or food processor: ¾ cup (1½ stick) butter1 cup sugar Add and beat in: 1 egg¼ cup molasses1 Tablespoon water Stir in until smooth: 2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon baking soda¾ teaspoon cinnamon½ teaspoon ground cloves¼ teaspoon salt2 […]
Pesto Spinach Lasagna
Sep 4, 2021
This is the easiest vegetarian lasagna I make. Even meat-loving lasagna eaters, love it. Pesto Spinach Lasagna Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, mix: 2 cups (15-oz container) ricotta cheese1 cup parmesan cheese, grated1 egg, lightly beatenSalt and pepper In a larger bowl, blend: 2 quarts (7-8 ounces) lightly packed fresh spinach, coarsely […]
Asian Salad Customized
Feb 20, 2021
A great winter choice, customize this salad based on what you like and what’s in the refrigerator. I love the crunch of those chow mien noodles on top. Asian Salads Customized Layer […]
Maple Vanilla French Toast
Jan 31, 2021
I always liked my Mom’s French Toast. Now I love this version with added vanilla, maple syrup, cinnamon and nutmeg. Maple Vanilla French Toast Whisk together in a shallow bowl: 4 large eggs2/3 cup whole milk, half & half, or cream2 tablespoons sugar or maple syrup1 teaspoon vanilla¼ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon cinnamonSprinkling of nutmeg In […]
Tangerine Cranberry Salad
Jan 24, 2021
This pretty and ridiculously simple salad takes minutes to make. Your children and salad-avoiding adults will eat the fruit and at least a few lettuce leaves, with only a little encouragement. Tangerine Cranberry Salad Arrange on a plate or in a bowl: Lettuce leaves, whole or torn in bite-size piecesTangerine segments, whole or cut in […]