tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-65473084923407244302024-10-24T07:59:59.944-07:00Gale Wallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04010608779221703855noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6547308492340724430.post-82739152445156924962013-07-04T12:20:00.002-07:002013-07-04T12:20:56.098-07:00

I hope you are enjoying today and making memories with your family. Our day is quiet with no big plans. We are, however, counting down the weeks until our son comes home from Afghanistan. Twice is enough! Hear me, Uncle Sam? It's been too long since I've shared anything here. I've been putting in long hours on my photography business. Last night I took a quick trip through the gardens before

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It has been a long while since I've posted on this blog. Why? Life! Spring arrived... according to the calendar but not the weather. We had a little more snow and I wanted something to warm our tummies. {I love soup 365 days a year} This is such an easy basic soup that really hits the spot with a hunk of bread or crackers. Ingredients: 2 # of hamburger (I use one pound each 85/15 and 90/10)

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I made this last week using the pasta sauce recipe previously posted. YUM. I love pasta. Ingredients needed, in addition to pasta sauce: 1 # box of Mostaccioli pasta [or Penne] 16 oz Ricotta [your choice of whole or low fat] 1 1/2 C of Shredded Italian blend or Mozzarella 1 1/2 C of Shredded Cheddar [I used Sharp] Cook your pasta sauce. I cooked mine 3 hours. Note: reserve 1 cup of sauce

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I'm making baked mostaccioli today. No pics cause it's not ready yet. Here is my basic pasta sauce recipe. I use ground beef or italian sausage depending on what dish I am making. I also tweak it for shrimp and grits. The house smells yummy! Ingredients: 1 # of beef or italian sausage 1/2 vidalia [or yellow] onion, diced 2 TBS minced garlic [jar] 2 large cans of crushed tomatoes 1 regular

Gale Wallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04010608779221703855noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6547308492340724430.post-44399357003379477102012-05-07T09:46:00.000-07:002012-05-11T10:29:34.311-07:00

No time to cook... and my corner of Kansas is going to be cool this week. Not that I let warm weather keep me away from a good soup. This is made in a crock-pot. Ingredients: 8 to 10 boneless, skinless chicken thighs 2 cans black beans, rinsed 1 can corn, drained 1 can diced tomatoes, drained [reserve juice]* 1 jar mild chunky salsa* 1 can fat free, reduced sodium chicken broth 1/4 or 1/3

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I'm not a fan of a lot of sweets but this is yummy. Peach Bread Preheat oven to 350* Grease a loaf pan or mini pans Ingredients: 1 Cup flour 1 Cup sugar 1 Stick butter or margarine 2 Eggs 1 Teaspoon vanilla 1 Teaspoon baking soda 1 Cup peeled, mashed peaches [about 2 to 3 depending on size] Cream sugar and butter. Add eggs and vanilla. Add peaches. Add flour and baking soda. Pour into

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Higher temps are coming... 2/3 Cranberry juice 1/3 Pineapple juice Splash of lime (big splash...as in 1/4 wedge) Just eyeball the portion according to the size of your glass.

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It has been a stressful week. I needed some comfort, in a bowl. This simple dish reminds me of the wonderful comfort from Mama's kitchen. Hamburger Pasta Goulash Ingredients: 2 lbs of ground beef (85/15) 1 small yellow onion, diced 1 TBS minced garlic 3 cans of diced tomatoes (no salt) 2 to 2 1/2 cans of water (adjust to desired thickness) 1 1/2 cups of uncooked elbow macaroni 3 TBS tomato

Gale Wallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04010608779221703855noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6547308492340724430.post-32682574812981158422012-04-20T14:25:00.000-07:002013-08-11T18:00:41.150-07:00

Waiting on peppers... we're out of pepper mustard! (similar recipes call it pepper butter) 42 Jalapeno peppers (wash, remove stems & seeds) 2 C Prepared yellow mustard 1 Q Cider vinegar 6 C Sugar 1 T Salt 1 1/2 C Flour (approximately) 1 1/2 C Water You can combine varieties of peppers for a milder flavor (Anaheim, Banana, etc) OPEN YOUR WINDOWS! Remove stems & seeds (from most

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Corny name, huh? I like having a quick side-dish idea. This one works with many entree choices: tex-mex, chicken, pork chops and even as a chip-dip. A better choice to pair with your lunch sandwich. I serve room temperature or cold after it has been refrigerated. Equal portions of corn and black beans [rinse] Diced onion to taste Lime or lemon juice to taste Cilantro [fresh] to taste

Gale Wallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04010608779221703855noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6547308492340724430.post-51170919443162393622012-02-24T10:09:00.003-08:002012-02-24T10:09:58.305-08:00

Homemade bread is devine! This isn't my recipe but I do experiment with the basic recipe by changing the flavors with dried spices, garlic, onions and such sprinkled and incorporated. This is very economical, fun and yummy! It's hard not to smile when serving a slice, roll or bread bowl that you made. Basic recipe Working with yeast is still something I struggle with. That is why I love

Gale Wallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04010608779221703855noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6547308492340724430.post-73905985261741077042012-02-07T00:30:00.000-08:002012-02-07T00:30:02.284-08:00

Can you believe I took this trip in September and didn't blog about it?! I don't really have a bucket list but I did get to experience eating at Paula Deen's "The Lady & Sons" and her brother Bubba's "Uncle Bubba's" in Savannah, GA. Clay, Gale & Barry...posing with the restaurant behind us. While I didn't get to meet either I was happy that Lenata "Jelly Roll" Jones was working

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Hopping back to the post to link up with the weekend potluck. Make this version the next time a cheese dip is on your menu. I couldn't call it cheese dip...that is boring. This is the version my cousin, Teresa, aka Punkin, served us while visiting with her back home in Alabama. It really takes the standard cheese dip to a new level! I made half of the recipe, as shown below. You can easily

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Get ready for some YUM! Ingredients: 2 1/4 lbs. Ground beef 1 medium yellow onion - chopped 1 16 oz jar of Salsa 4 oz of Sour Cream 1 can Rotel Tomatoes - drained 1 can Cream of Chicken soup 1 can Ranch Style Beans - drained 12 small Corn Tortillas - quartered 1 small can of sliced black olives 4 cups Mexican mixed cheese Cook beef and onion together and drain. Add salsa and sour

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I've been on a blogging break...I think the year caught up with me. As we prepare to celebrate the birth of our Savior I wish many Christmas Blessings for you in the coming year. Merry Christmas!

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2 1/2 # Ground beef 1 1/2 C Chopped onions 1 1/2 C Chopped celery 2 C Shredded carrots [I buy the match stick carrots and rough chop] 2 TBS Basil 2 TSP Parsley flakes 8 TBS Butter, divided 5 1/2 C Chicken broth [abt 3 cans or 42 oz] I buy the boxed broth in fat free and low sodium] 8 C Diced potatoes [abt 6 med to lg size] 1/2 C Flour 2 to 3 C Milk 16 Oz Velveeta cheese, cubed 16 Oz Sour cream

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I love these plastic freezer jars by Ball. I found them in 8 and 16 ounce sizes. I envisioned using them for picnics and in our travel cooler. Today I made the large box [.60 oz] of Jell-O and used the 8 ounce size to create single servings. Just grab one and top with whipped cream and you're ready to enjoy a snack - quickly! Filling about 2/3 to the top made six servings. And,

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Everyone has their own version. Here is mine: 2# of hamburger Small yellow onion - diced 1 can chili beans or mexican beans 1 can kidney beans [dark or light] 2 cans of tomatoes [diced or stewed] 1 can white corn - drained 1 pkt taco seasoning [reduced sodium]* 1 pkt hidden valley ranch dressing 2 cups water. More or less based on desired thickness Cook hamburger and onion. Drain fat. Add

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Sinfully good! 1 cup chicken broth: I try to get fat free & low sodium when I can find it. 3 cups water 1 1/2 cups quick cooking grits 1/4 to 1/2 cup of cream or half/half 1/2 stick of butter S&P - to taste Heat broth and water to simmer. Add cream. Add grits and stir constantly until done. Remove from heat and add butter and S&P. Optional: Add cheese. Cheddar is good and fresh

Gale Wallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04010608779221703855noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6547308492340724430.post-30066499235369385612011-10-19T11:47:00.000-07:002011-10-19T11:47:51.203-07:00

I added a new page...with a list of my cookbook library. The internet makes it so easy to find new recipes to try or old ones that you love, but sometimes I just want to sit down and browse a real book or take one on a road trip to help pass the miles. Here are my two new ones.

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1 chicken - cooked / roasted [or 1 flash frozen bag of tenderloins] 1 family size - frozen broccoli cuts/florets - cooked 1 small onion - diced 1 can cream of celery soup 1 can cream of chicken soup 1/2 - 3/4 cup of mayo Juice of 1/2 lemon 8 oz of shredded sharp cheddar cheese 2 1/2 cups of Pepperidge Farm Cornbread Stuffing 1 stick of butter - melted S & P to taste Heat oven to 350.

Gale Wallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04010608779221703855noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6547308492340724430.post-61855510777629534552011-10-04T18:04:00.000-07:002012-02-17T12:54:57.257-08:00

Recipe rewind... Linking up with a previous post for the weekend potluck [2/17/12]. An easy and delicious side dish. The thyme and saltiness of the feta...yum! 10 Red potatoes 2 cans Artichoke hearts - drained 1 C Diced onion 1 TBS Thyme 1/4 to 1/3 C Olive Oil 1/4 to 1/2 C Feta cheese [crumbled] S & P Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a sheet tray with foil and coat with non-stick spray

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The weather is turning cooler and that means time for soups, stews and chili. Ingredients: 14 Roma or Plum Tomatoes 32 oz fat free low sodium chicken broth 1 Small yellow onion - finely diced 1 Carrot - peeled and finely diced or 3 handfuls of match stick carrots chopped 2 Celery ribs - finely diced 1 1/2 TBS - Diced garlic [fresh or jar] 3 TBS Tomato paste [heaping] 1/2 TBS Sugar 1 TSP

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I haven't always been one to look for the good things that happen during a hard part of life. Perhaps I do now because of age and maturity or my faith. While I am sad that I missed summer altogether with traveling back and forth to help daddy after his hip surgery and stroke, I am happy that I reconnected with my cousin, Teresa. In more years than I care to think about we've only seen

Gale Wallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04010608779221703855noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6547308492340724430.post-51375928544931448572011-09-26T07:45:00.001-07:002011-09-26T07:45:34.407-07:00

Life got easier...

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