On a cold night we love to have chili. But having white chili is a nice change and warms the soul just as well. It would be great to serve if you are having a Winter Wonderland Party too. Click on that label below this post for more on that. Click on the label "chili" for more great chili recipes.Click title for link to recipe at AllRecipes … [Read more...]
My Favorite Things: Amazing Eggnog to Make
You won't want to buy eggnog anymore after tasting this eggnog. It's totally safe to drink because of the cooking method. Some people said the alcohol content was too high for them, so you might want to add it "to taste." The cook is the taster, so enjoy your job. You don't have to add any alcohol at all if you want. Or just add it to … [Read more...]
Instant Pizza for Crazy Schedules
With busy days ahead it doesn't hurt to have a few go-to meals on hand. One of our favorites is impromptu pizza. We keep pita pockets in the fridge to use as the crust (don't separate or cut). We add a little mild salsa for the sauce but you could use spaghetti sauce. Then we add some drained tuna or some leftover meat, but usually tuna. Cover … [Read more...]
Potatoes au Gratin: Classy and Frugal Side Dish
These are easy to make the day before & then just reheat them. Don't freeze them, because potatoes get weird if they've been frozen. Rubbery. Not good.It's just easier to make these the day before your big meal than to make potatoes at the same time you are working on the rest of the meal. Click title for link at FrugalUpstate. These are very … [Read more...]
Potato Bar Chili for Only 51 Cents a Serving
This hearty meal is kind to the budget & looks great. Whether you serve it as a quick supper or as part of your holiday rotation for house guests, it's sure to be a hit. Great for watching those football games.It's a quick if you make the chili ahead of time (can be frozen). You can use your favorite chili recipe if you like. You cana thaw the … [Read more...]
Cranberry Gorgonzola Cheese Ball
Cheese balls make nice appetizers for the holidays and this one is especially festive. The flavors of blue cheese with dried cranberries are great together. Click title for link at TasteOfHome. Click label "cheese ball" below this post for more cheese ball recipes. It's nice to have a choice of 2 or 3 cheese balls when you have a crowd. … [Read more...]
Healthier Sweet and Spicy Chex Mix
We love any kind of Chex Mix for snacking. It's great for when the whole family is together no matter if we are watching a movie, watching football, just relaxing, or playing a board game together. Here is a healthier version to try & it's easy to make.Click title for link at Shape.com. … [Read more...]