Donna asked me if I had ever had a recipe failure. Hmmmm – more than a few! I said I had never been able to make a good broccoli cheese soup even though I’d tried several different recipes. Donna said “I have a recipe that you’ll love and it won’t fail!” She sent me this […]
Vegetables
Crockpot Calico Beans
It doesn’t matter if you call them Calico Beans or Trucker Beans, or Cowboy Beans or Prairie Beans, this dish is perfect for a summer barbecue or an autumn tailgate party. This recipe is foolproof and flexible and quick to make! Gather your crockpot for no-work cooking and set all the ingredients on the counter. Pour, […]
How to create salads your family will love
Green salads are a great addition to any meal. They are low in carbs and calories but filling so you can eat a lot without going above your daily goal. They are a delicious way to pack in nutrients. But like anything else on the table, salads can be boring. Here’s some ways to […]
Cheddar Chunk Green Pea Salad
Green peas are a harbinger of springtime, one of the cool weather crops that begins to produce early. Green peas are a nutritional powerhouse, a legume rich in vitamins and minerals along with protein. Green peas make a delicious salad that Wheels calls “Traffic Light Salad” because it is red, green and yellow. Add these […]
Potato Nests and holiday menu suggestions
I served this at a tea party brunch for something a little more substantial and with a different texture and savory taste than the usual fare. I served in the fancy ramekins in which they were baked. A platter of these nicely turned out would be spectacular, especially with a few chopped chives over the […]
How to puree a pumpkin
This big pumpkin has been on our front porch since early October. Time to make the change to Christmas decor so it had to go. Bytes has been the master jack o lantern carver, but was busy this year. So this super large globe survived Halloween intact and went right up to Thanksgiving. Nary a […]
Welcome! I’m Charlene. I love to share quick and easy recipes, whatever I’ve learned in our last DIY project – anything that helps make life easier, better and more fun!! I hope you will find inspiration and add a pinch of joy to your day!