September 2016 – Family recipes and a few of my own

09/26/201609/28/2016Leave a comment

I adore apple pie, don’t you ? I can honestly say that my favorite part of apple pie is that scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. I figured since my favorite part was the ice cream that I should make a dessert that was mostly ice cream. Sounds good to me! After church last … Continue reading Autumn Apple Parfait

09/25/201609/26/2016Leave a comment

This potato dish has been around for decades. It is most commonly known as Mormon Funeral Potatoes. It is a dish served most often by the  elder Mormon women after funeral services. It has been changed and added to by many since it’s first trip to the dining room table. This version is close to … Continue reading Fellowship Potatoes

09/24/2016Leave a comment

Welcome Fall !!! The first thing I think of when Fall comes back around is comfort food. In coastal North Carolina it may be Fall on the Calendar, but the thermometer says otherwise. I wanted the feel of comfort but not in this heat! PIMENTO CHEESE!! It’s easy to make, but not too heavy. This … Continue reading Fire Roasted Pimento Cheese

09/17/2016Leave a comment

I have a confession, I am addicted to olives. All olives. I do not think I have met an olive that I haven’t loved. This Olive and Feta Medley is so good and you CAN buy it already made; however the price for 3 ounces runs about $4.00 and you get mostly oil. I can’t live … Continue reading Olive and Feta Medley

09/06/2016Leave a comment

This macaroni salad is so refreshing! It’s easy to make and it doesn’t last long! Great for picnic’s, BBQ’s and Church Gatherings! You’ll be the talk of the town, no really, I’m serious, and I don’t like to be serious, it’s not much fun. Here is what you’ll need: 4 cups macaroni pasta, cooked to … Continue reading Macaroni Salad

09/02/201609/03/20161 Comment

I am very frugal, wasting food is one of my biggest pet peeves. How many peeves are we allowed? Is there a limit, cause I have several… you can get back to me on that one. So I had these hoagies that were on sale, and I told everyone…”make your sammichs with these, have fun, … Continue reading French Toast Casserole

09/02/201609/02/20163 Comments

Living on the NC Coast is utopia… but with utopia comes…Hurricanes! We are bracing for Hurricane Hermine ( 2016) It’s gonna weaken a bit by the time it gets here, but 50mph winds are still nothing to take for granted. My prayers are with the people of Florida and the rest of the east coast. … Continue reading Farmhouse Veggie Beef Soup