Thursday, October 16, 2008
A Souper Supper
I just had to post this recipe from tonight's supper--it was stupendous, in my opinion anyway! I am always on the lookout for soup recipes--we eat it year round, but even more in the fall and winter months. So, if you are needing a nice chilly weather kind of soup, you might want to try this one:
- Sarah's Spaghetti Soup
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 3/4 cups each of chopped onion, green pepper, celery, carrot, and mushrooms might be good too--but are optional-I didn't use them.
- 3 cloves garlic ( I used the jarred minced garlic--heaven forbid)
- 3 1/2 cups water
- 3 14 oz cans diced tomatoes ( I substituted one of these cans with tomato sauce.)
- 1 jar spaghetti sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- crushed red pepper (I used three dashes)
- 3 oz. uncooked spaghetti broken into 1 inch pieces
Chop vegetables and cook with ground beef until meat is done and the vegetables are tender--I didn't drain this before adding the remaining ingredients, but I will next time. Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil for 15-20 minutes. Put Parmesan cheese on the table in case anyone wants to sprinkle a little on their soup. Serves 8-10 (There are 5 in our family, and I have enough for tomorrow's meal.) Enjoy!
I serve this with hot buttery french bread--yum!
*Adapted from Sarah's recipe*
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Monday, January 28, 2008
Weight Watchers Online
I joined WW online nearly three weeks ago, and I have been so pleased with the results. I didn't know it, but
Annie had joined about the same time-- She has posted about it a time or two, and we have emailed a little behind the blogging scene. I have decided that it is definitely the way to go for me. I lost 2lbs. the first week and 1.5lbs the second week. I've yet to weigh for the third week, as my weigh-in day is tomorrow, but I am expecting about the same results. I really want to drop 10-12 lbs, so this seems to be the way for me to do it. I'm excited about it. If you are in need of a little weight loss, you might want to check out
WW's online version. They have a free one week trial right now--so you have nothing to lose--except a pound or two or three.
Labels: Food, Just Me
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Merry Christmas To Us
First, I'm having a hard time believing that my Impatiens are still blooming in mid-December. That's a new one for me. It's raining a little this morning, and I thought they looked so pretty. Much prettier in person than in the picture though.
Secondly, I had such a sweet (literally) surprise waiting for me on my front porch when I got home from taking the kids to school this morning. My sweet
AWOL blogging and real life friend,
Mandalyn, had left a gift for our family.
When I saw the package, I knew it was going to hold something yummy! Sure enough, it did:
Homemade Cinnamon rolls! There were six of them, and since we only have five in our family, and I was the only one home--someone had to be the one to eat the extra one! That would be ME! What a delicious surprise breakfast! (We'll just try to forget about how many calories were in the breakfast I just consumed). Thanks so much Mandalyn and family, we will all enjoy them very much.
Labels: Food, Friends, Our Home
Monday, November 19, 2007
Cleaning The Bathroom
Who knew? Certainly, not me. Did you all know that you could use the Brillo pad to clean your shower/tub? I have to say that my shower hasn't been this clean since we moved in. Why did I not know that the Brillo--it has power over the soap scum. Wow. If you didn't know this, and you have a bit of a soap scum problem, give it a try.
OK--can you believe I haven't written much lately and when I do, I choose to write about the Brillo pad? Please forgive me.
We have a great Thanksgiving planned. My sister and her family are coming (4 kids) along with my Dad and stepmother. We will have a houseful, but I think I have planned well. I spent a ridiculous amount of money on groceries. B took off 5 days from work to help me deep clean the whole house last week. He worked for a day and a half in the garage alone. We got rid of so much stuff, and organized, organized, organized. I cleaned everything I could possibly think of to clean. I should get everything finished just in time for my sister to arrive tomorrow evening.
B. went and bought a cast iron chiminea from Lowe's tonight. He has plans for the seven children. These cousins always have so much fun when they get together--which is only 3 times a year-- and I know they will have a good time roasting marshmallows and telling stories in front of the fire. I also bought Ratatouille (the movie) so that the kids would have something new to watch--rain is in the forecast. They will all be here for several days, so we have to have some things planned to entertain. I'm sure the 4-wheeler will be out too. We bought it from my dad, and he always likes to get it out and ride when he comes to visit. He will have a blast taking each of the seven grandchildren for rides. Too bad the other three grandchildren can't be here.
I hope you all have a great Thanksgiving--don't stuff yourselves too badly.
I leave you with our Thanksgiving menu--it's the same every year. I would love to hear yours.
Turkey (fried)
Ham
Stuffing (bread, not cornbread)
Mashed potatoes and gravy
Sweet potato casserole
Cherry jello salad
Green bean and corn casserole (sometimes we do broccoli/rice casserole, but not this year)
Deviled eggs
Plain green beans for the picky ones
Cranberry sauce from the can
Rolls
Pecan pie
Apple pie
Chocolate cake
Homemade candy
Labels: Family, Food
Wednesday, July 11, 2007
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread
I am posting this absolutely yummy recipe for
Renee. She asked me for it after seeing my comment at another blog.
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread
3 cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
4 eggs
2 cups sugar
2 cups canned pumpkin
1 and 1/4 cups vegetable oil
1 and 1/2 cups semi sweet chocolate chips
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Combine flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda. In another bowl, beat eggs, sugar, pumpkin, and oil. Stir in dry ingredients until moistened. Fold in chocolate chips. Pour into 2 greased 8x4 pans (I use the aluminum throw away kind). Bake at 350 for 60-70 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes.
Labels: Food
Saturday, May 19, 2007
Family Favorite Recipes
I have been asked for these recipes a couple of times--I forgot to post them when I said I would.
So sorry for that.
Corn Casserole
2 sticks butter, melted
2 eggs
8 oz. sour cream
1 can kernel corn (drained)
1 can creamed corn
1 box Jiffy corn muffin mix
Mix all ingredients together for 2 minutes.
Bake at 375 degrees in a 9x13 dish for 25-35 minutes.
Easy and delicious--fattening too!
Ham Pie
1/4 cup shortening
3 T chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
6 T flour
2 cups milk
1 can cream of chicken (or celery) soup
2 cups diced cooked ham
1 T lemon juice
Saute onions and peppers in shortening. Remove from heat. Add 6 T flour. Mix together the soup and milk and gradually add to skillet.
Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in ham and lemon juice. Pour into greased 9x13 dish.
Cheese biscuits:
2 cups flour
3 t baking powder
1 t salt
5 T shortening
1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese ( I use 1 cup)
1 small jar chopped pimientos
2/3 cup milk
Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut shortening in with pastry blender until mixture looks like meal. Stir in cheese, pimiento, and milk. Round up on lightly floured surface, knead very lightly. Roll out 1/3 inch thick and cut into 10 biscuits. Use extra dough to fill in edges and corners of casserole. ( The recipe calls for the biscuits to be very thin--my hubby prefers them thicker--do whatever your family prefers.) This recipe is best with a regular ham--nothing sweet. I have used canned ham and the pre-diced kind. The leftover ham from Easter is best!!
Hope you enjoy and let me know if you have any questions.
Labels: Food
Monday, April 23, 2007
Sombrero Pie--'cause Y'all Asked So Nicely
You ask? I deliver!
Let me start by saying that I got this recipe out of Southern Living and it was originally entitled : "Beef and Onion Cornbread Pie". I thought that a little long, so we re-named it. We, now, only know it as:
Sombrero Pie
1 lb ground beef
1 lg onion, chopped
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1 can whole kernel corn, drained
1 can tomato soup
1 cup water
1 T chili powder
1 t salt
3/4 t black pepper
-Cook first three ingredients over medium-high heat. Stir in Corn and next 5 ingredients. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Pour beef mixture in a greased 2 qt. casserole. Spread cornbread topping over beef. Bake at 425 degrees for 18-20 minutes.
Cornbread topping: 3/4 cup cornmeal, 1 T. all purpose flour, 1 1/2 t baking powder, 1/2 t salt, 1 lg egg, 1/2 cup milk, 1 T vegetable oil.
--Stir together first 4 ingredients. Add egg, milk and oil.
We serve this with sour cream and shredded cheese. Serves 4-6. I have been known to double this recipe on occasion.
Labels: Food
Wednesday, March 7, 2007
Chicken Spaghetti Recipe
For those who were wanting the Chicken Spaghetti recipe--here's mine.
Jeana over at Days to Come also posted one today--it is considerably different from mine!
Chicken Spaghetti
Southern Living Magazine
1 (16oz) package vermicelli (I only use 12 oz.--16 is too much--not enough sauce)
3 cups chopped cooked chicken (can buy deli-roasted chicken)
1 tablespoon butter
1 (8oz) pk sliced mushrooms (can use canned)
1 lg onion, chopped
1 lg green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery ( I leave this out)
1 (16oz) loaf Velveeta, cubed ( you could use a little more for more creaminess)
1 (10) oz can Ro-tel ( I use mild)
1 cup frozen green peas ( my family likes it better without these)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup Italian bread crumbs (can use plain)
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1. Prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. De bone cooked chicken and chop, set aside
3. Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add mushrooms and next 3 ingredients; saute' 5 minutes or so or until vegetables are tender.
4. Add chicken, cheese cubes, and next 4 ingredients to vegetable mixture, and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and all ingredients are combined. Add pasta, and toss to combine. Pour mixture into a lightly greased 13x9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
5. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes or until bubbly.
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