Garden of Eatin'

Before I get into my holiday post below, I wanted to express that the school shooting in Connecticut has left myself and my family in shock; it’s too terrible to express in words the depth of my sorrow for the friends and family of those who lost their lives, and the community of Newtown. Just [...]

Straight to the Butt Cinnamon Rolls   Print Yes, it will go straight to you butt. It’s worth it, I promise. Author: Amy Garrett Recipe type: Dessert Serves: 12-14 Ingredients 1 teaspoon white sugar 2-1/4 tsp active dry yeast ½ cup warm water ½ cup milk ¼ cup white sugar ¼ cup butter 1 teaspoon [...]

My husband and kids adore banana bread but let’s face it, most recipes have so much sugar and white flour that it’s no better then cake, and with a diabetic hubby and kids who don’t need any extra sugar, I needed something healthier, but still loaded with flavour. I make 5 smaller loaves at a [...]

We couldn’t get enough of this. I baked these instead of grilling and they were divine. Can’t wait to try them on the grill. From Allrecipes. 2 ounces smoked Gouda cheese, shredded 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 (2 1/4 inch thick) center-cut, bone-in [...]

Even my super picky 7 year old that has like 5 foods he’ll eat loved this. So that makes 6 foods. From Allrecipes. 1 1/2 cups pineapple juice 1/2 cup soy sauce 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper 4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves In a [...]

SO GOOD. Modified lightly from Allrecipes. 1 (3 pound) whole filet of salmon, skin on, scored slightly into the flesh 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 large garlic cloves, minced 2 Tablespoons dried dill weed 1 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon dried or fresh lemon peel/zest Soak an untreated cedar plank [...]

I’m completely looking forward to this year’s turkey day. Family is coming, plus one of my favoritest people ever will be here As usual, I’ll be making turkey using the best recipe I’ve ever seen for the best turkey I’ve ever tasted. If you’re looking for the tastiest, creamiest, mashed potatoes ever, try this recipe [...]

I love this bread straight out of the breadmaker with gobs of butter on it. Done in less than 90 minutes with next to no work! Add to your breadmaker in the following order and start it on the Quick Bread setting. Makes a 1.5 lb loaf 1c+ 1T warm water (115-125F) 3/4 tsp salt [...]

Give it a chance, it tastes better than the name eludes to Serves 12-16 – great salad to take to a picnic or backyard BBQ. Ingredients 1 cup white sugar 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 (46 oz) can unsweetened pineapple juice, separate out 1 3/4 cups 2 eggs, beaten 1 tablespoon [...]

Homemade Ranch Dressing & Dip Choose one: 1-1/2 cups mayo (I can’t eat sour cream so this is what I use) 1 cup mayo + 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 tsp (rounded) dried chives 1/2 tsp (rounded) dried parsley 1/2 tsp (rounded) dried dill weed 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp garlic powder salt and [...]