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Aunt Fannie’s Toffee Chew Bars

Let me tell you this: I made these on a Monday night when my husband was working late. The next day at lunch he found them, and the dish was 2/3 empty. We’re talking a 9×13 pan here, people. Yikes. They are that good. Chewy, buttery, caramely – yum. Make some today. Aunt Fannie’s Toffee […]

Posted 14 June 2010 | baked goods   cookies   dessert | Comments (3) Tagged: , , ,

Celery Seed Dressing

While I still have very ambitious garden plans, I’m getting a late start. Having a baby with a two year old already on the scene will do that to you. I did just put in no less than a million tomato plants, and quite a few peppers. Come August, if you need tomatoes for slicing, […]

Posted 10 June 2010 | gardening   salad and salad dressings   vegetarian | Comments (1) Tagged: , , , ,

Mango Curry Chicken

This is by no means authentic, but it comes together quickly and is a great way to introduce children to the taste of curry (if they haven’t had it before.) There are other familiar, sweet flavors (cinnamon, fruit) to ease them into this ‘exotic’ flavor. My two-year-old ate multiple servings. Hint: This dish is only […]

Posted 07 June 2010 | chicken   simple dinners   Uncategorized | Comments (2) Tagged: , , ,

Snickerdoodles

Mmmm…snickerdoodles. Any cookie with a name this fun has to be good. They are very comforting – sweet and soft, with a good dose of cinnamon flavor. Growing up, my dad made most of the memorable desserts for our family, but this is one cookie that I remember my mother making. They are exceptional after […]

Posted 03 June 2010 | baked goods   comfort food   cookies   dessert   vegetarian | Comments (2) Tagged: , ,

Rhubarb Crisp

Rhubarb is still prolific here in Wisconsin – if you have a nice sunny spot in the corner of your garden, I highly recommend you plant some!  It’s a perennial, and will come back year after year. You won’t be able to harvest for two years, but I promise the wait is worth it. Some […]

Posted 31 May 2010 | baked goods   dessert   gardening   rhubarb   seasonal   vegetarian | Comments (4) Tagged: ,