Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches
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Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches

I love brownies.  Something about chocolate I suppose.  I’ve tried dozens of recipes, I’ve made mint brownies, raspberry brownies, brownies with peanut butter, or a cheesecake swirl.  

One of my favorite ways to eat a brownie, though, is with a scoop of good ice cream and some hot fudge.  This is our “family night” version of a brownie sundae.  A bit gussied up for company.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, and grease a large rimmed cookie pan (half sheet=11″x17″).  In a medium saucepan, melt together the butter and chocolate.  Remove from heat and stir in the sugar.  

goat salad
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Mixed Greens with Baked Goat Cheese and Roasted Red Pepper Vinaigrette

Any of you who have been reading for a while know about my garden woes. We live right next to the mountains, so wandering deer get a lot of our veggies. However, we have never had to go without garden fresh produce, thanks to brother-in-law Matt from Magpie Gardens. Almost weekly through the summer, I get a call to pick up an overflowing basket of tomatoes, peppers, herbs, melons, zucchini, you name it.

Last summer we ate purple, orange, yellow, red, pink and striped tomatoes. All from Magpie Gardens.

If you would prefer to grow your own, go pick up some little seedlings…he has several varieties of heirloom tomato plants, various herbs, and many types of peppers.

Iced Oatmeal Cookies
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Iced Oatmeal Cookies

These are my very favorite cookies (right now).  They are deliciously spiced, and just chewy enough.  The perfect treat to go along with that cold glass of milk.

In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine the shortening, sugars and eggs.  Add vanilla.  Combine flour, soda, salt, and cinnamon in a small bowl.  Add to creamed mixture.  Mix in oatmeal.  Let mixture sit for 5 minutes or so and then mix again.

Bake on parchment lined baking sheets for 10-12 minutes.  (They spread so I bake them 6 at a time on large cookie sheets).  The edges will become golden brown but the middles will look underdone.  Cool on pan on wire rack for 5 minutes.  Remove from pan and cool completely on racks.  Makes 2-3 dozen.

roasted tomatoes recipe
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Delicious Roasted Tomatoes Recipe for a Flavorful Meal

I love roasted tomatoes! They are such a versatile ingredient that can be used in so many different recipes. Whether you’re making a pasta sauce, a salad, or simply enjoying them as a side dish, roasted tomatoes add a delicious depth of flavor that can’t be beat.

In this article, I’ll be sharing my favorite roasted tomatoes recipe that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe is simple, easy to make, and requires only a few ingredients. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, you’ll be able to whip up this dish in no time. So, let’s get started and learn how to make the best roasted tomatoes you’ve ever tasted!

Heirloom Tomatoes: These tomatoes come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and they are known for their unique and complex flavors. While some heirloom tomatoes can be a bit watery, there are many varieties that are meaty enough to work well for roasting.

orange cookies
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Orange Cookies

Since I was a little kid, I have always favored orange candies.  When my girls open a pack of treats, they know to give me the orange skittles, runts, sour patch kids, gummi bears, what have you…. Orange has just always been my favorite.  

I’ll never forget the Christmas when my sweet husband filled my stocking with gummy orange slices, chocolate orange sticks, and only orange starbursts (picked out of several whole bags I’m sure).  I think it’s my favorite flavor because orange always tastes like orange.  Plain and simple.

Well, these cookies have plenty of orange flavoring.  The best kind…from about 5 real oranges.

Best White Bread
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Best White Bread

I love autumn. There’s a chill in the air that begs me to fire up the oven.

For the past couple of months, I’ve been on a mission to find a great white bread recipe. I’ve tried dozens from well known cookbooks and famous foodies.  I started searching on Pinterest, and put out a plea  for some help with my quest.

Within minutes, I had an email from a sweet cousin in Phoenix…with a recipe…that turned out to be the best white bread I’ve ever made.