Gardening For the Butterflies
I just found out the Monarch Butterfly is on the Top 10 Most Threatened Species of 2010 list, because of the use of chemical pesticides, and many of their habitats are in jeopardy. I love watching the Monarch Butterflies in my garden during late summer, so I always plant a few plants just for them, and any other butterflies I can attract to my backyard garden. Since I've been fairly successful at attracting them, I thought I'd share a few plants you might want to add to your garden this summer to attract a few butterflies of your own. Plants to create ...
Reuben Sandwich Spread
If you like Reuben Sandwiches you'll like this recipe, it's a reuben sandwich spread. It's easy to make, and wonderful for entertaining. Just serve it warm, with a loaf of mini rye bread, or mini pumpernickel. This sandwich spread would make a wonderful appetizer for a shower or party. I got the recipe from a friend that brought it to a birthday party a couple months ago. It's one of those recipes I'm holding on to for entertaining, since it's definitely a hit. Reuben Sandwich Spread Recipe Ingredients: 3 packages of coned beef (chopped) 16 ounces of saurkraut (drained) 8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar 8 ounces ...
Chicken Taco Lasagna Recipe
Yesterday I shared one of my favorite south of the border spicy recipes, beef and bean enchiladas, today I have another favorite weeknight Mexican recipes, chicken taco lasagna, I've also heard it called Mexican chicken lasagna. A co-worker gave me this recipe many years ago. I've adapted the recipe a little to fit my own tastes. My son even likes it and he can be quite picky at times. Here's my recipe for chicken taco lasagna: 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts~ diced 2 Tablespoons of canola oil 1/2 medium onion 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 teaspoons cumin 2 Tablespoons fresh cilantro 1 jar picante sauce 1 can or 2 ...
Spicy Beef and Bean Enchilada Recipe
We love spicy food at our house! We usually have tacos, nachos, or enchiladas about once a week so I thought I'd share my favorite enchilada recipe. It's super easy to throw together, then you can go get some other work done while it's baking. Add a side salad and dinner is served. You can cool off the spices in this dish with a little sour cream or guacamole. Yum! Beef and Bean Enchiladas 1 lb of ground beef 1 can refried beans 1 small onion chopped 2 teaspoons cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder flour tortillas 28 oz can enchilada sauce 2 cups cheddar cheese Preheat the oven ...
White Chocolate Chip Cranberry Cookies
White chocolate chip cranberry cookies are a holiday favorite at our house. The cranberries give them a festive color and flavor that fits right in with the season. Today I'm going to share my favorite recipe for white chocolate chip cranberry cookies. The recipe is adapted from Taste of Home, I hope you enjoy it. White Chocolate Chip Cranberry Cookies 1/3 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/3 cup sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup vanilla or white chips Cream the butter and sugar together in a large bowl, then beat ...
Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe With Pictures
I've been really hungry for pumpkin cheesecake lately, so I decided tonight I was going to make one. A friend of mine gave me a recipe for pumpkin cheesecake several years ago, but I couldn't find it in my recipe box tonight. Not sure what I've done with it. I decided to give Paula Deen's pumpkin cheesecake recipe a try, so here is my adapted version of the recipe. I'm never good at following a recipe perfectly, I always have to make a few little changes. Plus after two trips to the grocery store in one day, I didn't have any ...
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Food and Recipes
If you like Reuben Sandwiches you’ll like this recipe, it’s a reuben sandwich spread. It’s easy to make, and wonderful for entertaining. Just serve it warm, with a loaf of mini rye bread, or mini pumpernickel. This sandwich spread would make a wonderful appetizer for a shower or party. I got the recipe from a friend that brought it... [Read more of this review]
Yesterday I shared one of my favorite south of the border spicy recipes, beef and bean enchiladas, today I have another favorite weeknight Mexican recipes, chicken taco lasagna, I’ve also heard it called Mexican chicken lasagna. A co-worker gave me this recipe many years ago. I’ve adapted the recipe a little to fit my own tastes. My son... [Read more of this review]
We love spicy food at our house! We usually have tacos, nachos, or enchiladas about once a week so I thought I’d share my favorite enchilada recipe. It’s super easy to throw together, then you can go get some other work done while it’s baking. Add a side salad and dinner is served. You can cool off the spices in this dish with a little... [Read more of this review]
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