Meatloaf with Bacon

October 23, 2011 view comments

This meatloaf is covered with strips of bacon and is such an easy, one dish recipe. It’s from “Two Dudes, One Pan”– a highly recommended cookbook.

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Kamikaze Cocktail

October 14, 2011 view comments
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The Kamikaze Cocktail or Shot is popular and potent…popular as a club drink—it’s also great for entertaining because it’s easy to assemble and only need 3 ingredients.

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A Strawberry Dessert called ‘Strawberry Fluff’

October 5, 2011 view comments
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I grew up eating this dessert, especially in the early spring when strawberries from Plant City, Florida would make their appearance in the grocery stores and produce stands in the small central Florida town that I grew up in.   Mom would make pans of it and freeze the pans, well covered and sealed, and [...]

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Pickled Eggs

September 21, 2011 view comments

Pickled eggs are the perfect snack food and a great thing to have on hand in your refrigerator for an instant appetizer. Here’s how to make them.

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Hamburger Rolls or Buttermilk Buns

September 12, 2011 view comments
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These hamburger buns are special; a light texture, subtle sweetness, sturdy enough for a big filling and boasting a beautiful, shiny crust.

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Brandied Cherries for Cocktails

September 6, 2011 view comments
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Homemade brandied cherries are easy to make and can be used in Rob Roys and Manhattans, or in Shirley Temples and they are delicious on top of an ice cream sundae.

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