chocolate m'n'm pretzels

These are great for holidays; just put them in a bowl and on the counter top, and you're set. You need:Pretzels, M&Ms and Hershey's Kisses.Place the pretzels on a cookie sheet. Then, place one kiss on each of them. Put them in the oven at 325 degrees (long enough to be melted, but maintain their shape). Immediately place the m&m's in the center of the chocolate and press them down a little....

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Pizza Crust

Since I have a long history of killing yeast breads, I needed something really simple for pizza crusts. Here it is:Mix together1 Cup of Warm Water2 Tsp Sugar (Brown or white)1 Tsp SaltAdd 1 Tsp Yeast, Let it sit 10 minutes.Add 2 Tbsp Oil, then 3-1/2 Cups Flour.  Knead until it makes a smooth ball.Let it rise 1 hour.Throw the crust and bake 20 minutes with toppings at 450 degre...

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Crockpot Egg Casserole

I will be trying this one soon. I'll let you know how it goes.Use your imagination when making this recipe. Try Canadian bacon instead of ham. Use Havarti or Swiss cheese instead of Cheddar. Add some minced jalapeno peppers if you like hot foods. Then enjoy! Prep Time: 25 minutesCook Time: 9 hoursTotal Time: 9 hours, 25 minutesYield: Serves 12Ingredients:32 oz. bag frozen hash brown potatoes1 lb. cooked ham, cubed1 onion, chopped1 green bell pepper, chopped1 Tbsp. olive...

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Baked Chicken Bacon Alfredo

http://www.ourbestbites.com/2010/04/baked-chicken-bacon-alfredo/This one is good. Next time, I think we'll leave the artichoke out. My kids didn't like that pa...

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A call for recipes

You may or may not be aware that I'm returning to college in about 2 weeks. I'm returning to the whole super-duper-extra strength budget plan and buckling in for 3 years of taking the bus, mending my clothes, and dollar movie social gatherings. Woot. But the eating. Oh the eating. You see, between choir and work, the past year of my life has been spent in restaurants rather than the kitchen. And let's face it, it's actually more economical for one person to get their veggies from a $5 half salad...

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Spicy Mayonnaise Dip

3 egg yolks4 tsp white vinegar or lemon juice¼ tsp saltA pinch of white pepper 1 T mild chili pepper paste (awaze) 1 cup olive or vegetable oil3 T boiling waterPlace yolks, salt, awaze or berbere, white pepper, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice in mixing small bowl. Whisk with a fork or beat with a wooden spoon forcefully until creamy. Add ½ cup oil, drop by drop beating well all the time. By continuously beating, add 2 teaspoons of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of boiling water. Add ¼ cup oil...

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Lemon Crinkle Cookies

My SIL pointed me in the direction of these cookies. They are really good. Lemon Crinkle CookiesMakes 2-3 dozenIngredients:½ cups butter, softened1 cup granulated sugar½ teaspoons vanilla extract1 whole egg1 teaspoon lemon zest1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice¼ teaspoons salt¼ teaspoons baking powder⅛ teaspoons baking soda1-½ cup all-purpose flour½ cups powdered sugarDirections:Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease light colored baking sheets with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.In a large bowl,...

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The Quotable Crackpot: Katherine (for Stefany)

Aaron wrote a wonderful poem for me for Mother's Day. I still can't read it without tearing up.The Quotable Crackpot: Katherine (for Stefany): "Those toes, but stubs of pinkish tone, poke out of the blanket’s grasp, and though wanting for a warmer home, are too beautiful to wrap. ....

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Turkey Hummus Spirals

I'm posting our first hummus recipe.  I should get points for that.1/2 lb deli turkey, thinly sliced1 container flavored hummus (I like the roasted red pepper)Bag of baby spinachTortillasSpread hummus on the bottom two thirds of a tortilla.  Spread one piece of turkey and then a layer of spinach.  Roll up, and cover in plastic wrap.  Refrigerate 30 minutes or until ready to serve.  Slice to make little spirals.Now, most of you probably have the same reaction that Matt had:...

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DarLee's Birthday Bars

These came from a Relief Society activity our stake did. They are homemade granola bars. 2 cups old fashioned oats3/4 cups crisp rice cereal1/2 cup flax seed1 cup raw sunflower seeds1/2 cup dried cranberries or cherries1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds1 cup unsalted roasted almondsMix together in a large bowl.In a sauce pan, bring to a boil:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4-1/2 teas salt2 Tbl butter3/4 (+) raw honeyBoil 3 mins for soft bars or 6 for crunchy.Remove from heat and add 1 tsp vanilla. Quickly...

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Popcorn Cake

20 cups popped popcorn1 bag marshmellows1/2 stick of butter1 bag M&MsMix popcorn and M&M's in a large bowl. Melt marshmellows and butter like you would for rice krispies. Mix it together. Put it into a sprayed angel food cake pan. Let sit. Flip the pan over and take it off. The longer you let it sit, the more solid (and easier) it will be to cut. That means that if you want to snitch little pieces, it's best to do that while it's all still warm. It's easier to hide the holes th...

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Mothers' Day Salad

Chicken, Grilled and cubed (season with lime juice, chili powder, and salt)Canned whole kernel corncherry tomatoessliced radishescubed avocadosmixed greensToss with spicy dressing - combine italian dressing with cumin, ground red pepper or chili posder, and black pepp...

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Rootbeer Cookies

Update: I made these this weekend, and they were a hit with my book club and at mom and dad's house. I'm hanging on to this one! Ingredients (Cookies) •1 c. butter •2 c. brown sugar •2 eggs •1 c. buttermilk •3/4 tsp rootbeer concentrate (Make sure if you're using a bottle of concentrate that has already been in your cupboard for awhile that it isn't old. I've known people who have used old concentrate and they end up pouring almost the entire bottle in before they get even a hint of rootbeer flavor....

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Mediterranean Chicken and Artichokes

From the cookbook we got from Mubba for Christmas, but slightly altered :Make a rub from4 parts Dried Thyme4 parts Grated Lemon Peel1 part Salt1 part PepperApply to some chicken Breasts, then brown them in olive oil and set aside.Saute the following in the same pan:2 Large Onions, Chopped4-6 Garlic Cloves, SmashedOnce the onions have softened up, add in a couple of cans of artichoke hearts, quartered,...

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Chocolate Chip SourCream Cinnamon Coffee Cake

Cream:1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup Sugar2 eggs1 cup sour cream1 teaspoon vanilla extractPremixed Dry Ingredients:2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda Middle Layer:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup white sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamonI know, it's a cake, but use the creaming method (butter, sugar, then eggs/sourcream/vanilla, then premixed dry ingredients).  It comes out as a doughy batter that is difficult to spread, but make the sacrifice;...

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