Instructions for making Basil Salt were being shared everywhere on Facebook at the end of the growing season last year. I had LOTS of basil, …
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Evelyn’s Peanut Butter Oatmeal Candy
This is my granddaughter Evelyn’s recipe, created when she was quite young. They are easy to make so the kids can help. The candy can …
Chocolate Covered Pecan Stuffed Dates
Before it gets too warm, try making these chocolate covered stuffed dates. When I tasted these for the first time, my reaction was “This was …
Baked Potato Soup
This is another shelf stable option that’s similar to the Readywise Cheesy Potato Soup mix (but better!). This recipe is more expensive ($2.03 per serving) …
Rocky Road Snack Mix
Based on the traditional ingredients for Rocky Road ice cream, this snack mix has the extra crunch of dehydrated marshmallows. ROCKY ROAD SNACK MIX (Pantry …
Berry Chocolates
Valentine’s Day is less than a week away. Treat your Valentine to these berry flavored chocolates. Make them as simple or as fancy as you …
Dried Marshmallows
Look for peppermint flavored marshmallows this holiday season to make these crunchy treats. Fruit-flavored marshmallows are often available in the Spring. Be on the lookout …
Spiced Sugar
A step up from regular cinnamon sugar, this spiced sugar is wonderful on top of French toast, buttered toast, and pancakes. Sprinkle it on fresh …
Cranberry Sauce with Cherries
Change up tradition without giving up the tradition. Add dried cherries to your cranberry sauce. Save some for Thanksgiving/Christmas dinner (and the leftover turkey sandwiches) …
Cinnamon Brown Sugar
For a richer tasting cinnamon roll, try using cinnamon brown sugar. You won’t believe what you have been missing! Sprinkle over cooked cereal or on …