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The weather here in southwestern Ohio has been unseasonably warm the last week. Did I say warm? I meant to say HOT! At least it is by March in Ohio standards. We have been tying or breaking record high temperatures left and right and relief is still several days away. With all of this warmth comes change. Springtime sports are in full swing-the kids are enjoying baseball, softball, soccer and

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Image via WikipediaIRISH SODA BREAD RECIPE Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar 4 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon salt 3 cups raisins 1 tablespoon caraway seeds 2 eggs, lightly beaten

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By Aimee Plesa Those of you who know me personally know how much I love getting freebies and reviewing products. Last week, Caffe D'Vita was sponsoring a small contest on their Facebook page in honor of St. Patrick's Day and I was lucky enough to be one of the handful of lucky winners. My bounty? A sample packet of their Irish cream cappuccino. My sample arrived late last week and I am happy to

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Plum pudding is traditionally considered a Christmas recipe, but it can be enjoyed anytime during the year. Since Plum Pudding Day is celebrated on February 12th, you may want to bookmark this page and come back to it in a few days. PLUM PUDDING Ingredients 12 plums, pitted and halved 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup water 2

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Image via WikipediaA number of us writers from Devour Dayton were recently chosen to host parties for Chef Boyardee by House Party. One of the most fun aspects of these parties were the recipes that Chef Boyardee and House party shared with us. By using many ingredients that were already in our kitchens, we were able to create quick, easy and delicious meals for our families. Here is one of the

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Image by El Negro Magnifico via FlickrCOOKED FROSTING Ingredients 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup milk 1/2 cup butter 1 cup white sugar 1/2 cup shortening 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 teaspoons butter flavored extract Directions Cook flour, salt, and milk in a skillet over low heat, stirring constantly, until thick. Let cool completely (If you do not allow the mixture to

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Image by elana's pantry via FlickrCHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRIES Ingredients 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar 1/4 cup butter, softened 1 tablespoon milk 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 4 (4 ounce) jars maraschino cherries, drained 1 pound chocolate coating (milk or dark chocolate work best, but white can be used if desired) Directions In a medium bowl, mix together powdered sugar, butter, milk and almond

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Image via WikipediaBANGERS AND MASH Ingredients 8 large potatoes 2 teaspoons butter, divided milk, as needed 1-2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, to taste salt and pepper to taste 8 large sausage links 1/2 cup diced onion packet brown gravy mix 1 cup water Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Peel and quarter potatoes, place in saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and 20 until fork

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Image by WordRidden via FlickrBUBBLE AND SQUEAK Ingredients bacon fat, butter or oil for frying 1 pound cooked, mashed potatoes 1/2 pound boiled cabbage 1 small onion, diced 1 teaspoon minced garlic other vegetables as desired salt and pepper, to taste Directions Heat fat/oil in a skillet. Mix together all remaining ingredients and form into patties. Add patties to skillet and cook over medium

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Chicken Fajitas Ingredients: 10 Mission® Small/Fajita Flour Tortillas 1 Tbsp Olive Oil 2 Tbsp fresh Lemon Juice 1 tsp Salt 1 tsp Black Pepper 1 tsp Cumin 20 oz Chicken Breasts, boneless, skinless 1 1/4 C Cheese, fat free, shredded 1 1/4 C Iceberg Lettuce, shredded 1 1/4 C Tomatoes, small dice 1/2 C +2 Tbsp Sour Cream, fat free 1/2 C +2 Tbsp Green Onions, sliced 1/2 C +2 Tbsp Cilantro, chopped

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Mango Tango Dip Ingredients Mission® Extra Thin Chips 1 cup Black Beans can, drained 1/2 cup Mangoes jar, small chop 2 tablespoons Mango juice from jar 2 tablespoons Red Onion finely chopped 2 teaspoons Cumin ground 1 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro chopped 2 teaspoons Lime Juice Instructions: 1. Mash black beans, to a smaller size/paste, with a potato masher or use tines of a fork. 2. Add mangoes,

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Fiesta Chicken & Black Bean Enchiladas* Ingredients: cooking spray 1/4 cup chicken broth 1 skinless, boneless chicken breast (approximately 1 pound) 1 medium onion, diced (approximately 1 1 /2 cup) 1 red pepper, stemmed, seeded, and diced 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup corn kernels 1/4 cup packed chopped fresh cilantro 1 can diced green chilies (4 ounces) 2 cups + 1/4 cup low-fat

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Image by o5com via FlickrRELAXING MILK BATH Ingredients 1 cup epsom salts 1 cup baking soda 1 cup non fat dry milk Directions In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 year. To Use-Add 1 cup of milk mixture to warm bath water. Gift Giving Tip-be sure to package the powder with a tag that includes an ingredient list and directions for use.

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