MERRY CHRISTMAS The anticipation is over and Christmas morning is here!!! We spent last night with David’s family. We enjoyed a German supper, opening presents, putting reindeer food in the yard, leaving milk and cookies for Santa, reading the Christmas story and listening to a my FAVORITE Christmas record, Santa Claus is Coming to Town. My sister […]
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Buckeyes (aka Peanut Butter Balls)
Who doesn’t love a Buckeye? Peanut butter dipped in chocolate! Yum!!! My good friend Phyllis is a pro at making these. Thank you Phyllis for the recipe! Buckeyes 7 C. Powdered Sugar 1- 1/4 C. Butter, softened 18 oz. Creamy Peanut Butter – DO NOT use reduced-fat, it will change the consistency. Chocolate Almond Bark […]
Never-Ever-Fail Chocolate Fudge
My mother-in-law saw this recipe on the Today Show (Judith Chote) back in 2004. She decided to make it and brought me some. I was hooked! It is sooooooo good!!! 🙂 Never-Ever-Fail Chocolate Fudge 12 oz. Bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped 2 C. Toasted pecans, chopped (or whatever nut you prefer) 10 T. Unsalted butter, at […]
Party Dip
I always look forward to this dip! It’s so tasty and very easy to make. Thanks Stephanie for the recipe! Party Dip 1 lg. block Velveeta Cheese 1 lg. jar Picante Sauce 1 sm. jar taco sauce 1 lb. hamburger 1 lb. sausage Brown hamburger and sausage. Drain. Cut Velveeta into cubes then put into […]
Party Cheese Ball
Who doesn’t love a cheese ball?!?! It’s a staple at any Christmas party. Try this easy and delicious recipe! Given to me by my friend, Joette. Party Cheese Ball 16 oz. Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded 1 block cream cheese, softened 5 T. chopped onions 1- 1/2 T. Worchestershire Sauce 1-1/2 tsp. garlic salt 1/3 C. whipped […]
Cheesy Chicken Dip
If you’re looking for something new, I recommend the Cheesy Chicken Dip! I haven’t made it but I got to try some the other night at a Christmas party and it was so good!!! Thanks to Ashley for sharing this delicious recipe! Cheesy Chicken Dip 4 large Chicken Breast (Boneless & Skinless) 1 (15 oz) Tostitos […]
Oreo Truffles
Anyone else love to make cookies & candies this time of year? I absolutely love it! I just came across this recipe last year. They are so good but WARNING: they are very rich!!! Recipe comes from “Favorite Recipes From Around the Knob” Pilot Mtn Woman’s Club. Oreo Truffles 1 pkg Oreo cookies 1 block cream […]
Stuffed Mushrooms
The holidays just aren’t the same without Mom’s stuffed mushrooms!!! I have no idea where she got the recipe but she has been fixing them for as long as I can remember. David loves them so I try to make them on Christmas Eve! Stuffed Mushrooms 1 block cream cheese, softened 1 small pkg REAL bacon […]
Meatballs
Who doesn’t love meatballs?!?! They make a great finger food or serve them up with mashed potatoes for dinner. I found this easy recipe in the newspaper. Brands do not matter, I have tried them all! Meatballs 1 bag of frozen, pre-cooked meatballs (approx 60, give or take a few) 1 jar of chili sauce 1 […]
Pilot Mountain Sausage Balls
Let’s kick-off the holiday season with one of my favorites (have you noticed I have a lot of favorites?), Pilot Mountain Sausage Balls. Growing up I just called them sausage balls but quickly realized when I moved to Pilot Mountain that they were mistaken for the other sausage balls, you know the ones with bisquick […]