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The Dish That Made Martha Famous

writingstaff1 — Mon, 25 Sep 2017 09:45:08 +0000

Bring On The Chili Weather! Pun Intended

What is a busy mom to do when dinner time rolls around and EVERYONE is hungry? Well, try this dish and watch your family eat it up. I love a hearty meal that you can create in a hurry and with simple, yet hardy ingredients. Really, it comes down to just taking a few moments to sauté the onions and fresh garlic before adding in the carrots, browning the beef and adding the pinto beans. Really, this is the perfect comfort dish that reminds me of my husband’s favorite food. Chili beans and cornbread. Seriously, he could eat it every week if I made it for him. The fact that this cornbread is baked right on top means no more dry cornbread for my family! I love the fact that this is cooked in one dish, which means the clean-up is fairly minimal. So, whether you are looking to take something to a cabin or just want a hearty Game Day Dinner, this Cornbread Chili Pie is a perfect dish.

And for more of a Southwest flavor go ahead and add in some diced fire roasted hatch chilis and a can of corn. That really helps to stretch this dish out and if you are lucky, you might even have some for left overs.

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Quick Tip: Want to make this for a crowd? Go ahead and divide into individual ramekins with a dollop of sour cream and sprig of cilantro on top.

Recipe courtesy of Martha Stewart

Image courtesy of Jonathan Lovekin

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Savory Chive Buttermilk Biscuits: Breakfast Recipe

writingstaff1 — Sun, 17 Sep 2017 10:46:19 +0000

Buttermilk Biscuits to Warm Up you in the Morning

When I saw that Julia, Julia was coming out I could not wait. I absolutely love Nora Ephron and was excited to see how she blended the two stories together. I was not disappointed. As much as I love Nora Ephron who produced such classics like the movie You’ve Got Mail, I absolutely adore Julia Childs. If you haven’t read My Life In France that Julia wrote with her nephew, run, don’t walk to your nearest bookstore of library and get it. The book really captured all the things that people love about that great American legend.

Did you know Julia didn’t know how to cook at all when she was first engaged to be married to the love of her life, Paul Childs? She took classes so she would be able to tackle basic homemaking skills. It wasn’t until she became bored with learning how to make hats and play bridge during their time in France that Julia decided to take a culinary class, because the one thing she knew she had a passion for was eating! After enrolling in the class for housewives she decided she need more of a challenge and moved to the next level. I love that about her. She was willing to roll up her sleeves and learn something new. She never gave up. She was passionate and persistent in all that she did and she never forgot the basics. Like this simple recipe for biscuits.

This is what Susie said about the recipe she submitted to the Food Network.

“This is one of the first recipes I made by Julia Child and I still use it often. I like using these for a brunch or stuffed with ham & cheese for breakfast on the go.”

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Quick Tip: These are perfect for egg breakfast sandwiches, but you can add a little fresh parmesan cheese and serve with potato soup!

Recipe and courtesy of Food.com

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Nothing Says Fall Like The Smell of Baked Apples And Caramel

writingstaff1 — Sat, 16 Sep 2017 09:53:12 +0000

I Couldn’t Believe My Eyes When I saw My Grandmother Pull This From The Oven

I just can’t get enough of baked apples! Anything with baked apples, oats, and cinnamon just reminds me of fall. It is my favorite kind of comfort food and I never get tired of it.. EVER! I know this recipe is supposed to be for a dessert, but with all the apples, eggs, and oats it should count for a breakfast food! Because seriously when I smelled this baking in the oven the last thing I wanted to do was wait until after dinner. I was ready to just grab a fork and cut myself a big piece.

My Great Grandma Upton would have loved this recipe. She cooked a lot of her meals in a cast iron skillet that looked like it could have weighed as much as she did. It had been seasoned from years of use and she was careful to make sure to clean it up and dry it before putting it back in her oven where she kept it.

I love this recipe because it really isn’t a pie or a cake, but can be sliced up in wedges and served with a dollop of Cool-whip, whipping cream, or even a scoop of vanilla ice-cream. Go ahead and serve this right from the skillet onto the plates. That is exactly what my Great Grandmother would have done as well.

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Quick Tip: Make sure you get good baking apple for this dessert. I love Pink Lady and Honey Crisp, but your just can’t go wrong with Granny Smith. And I don’t peel my apples when I bake them. I use the apples skins and all!

Recipe and Image courtesy of Taste of Home.

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This Is The Best Banana Bread Recipe I Have Ever Made. You Will Not Want To Miss Out On This

writingstaff1 — Mon, 11 Sep 2017 09:40:46 +0000

Starbucks Inspired Recipe Just Stole The Show

A hard day? Tired and frustrated? Maybe you are in the middle of a project that has just taken a turn for the worse. Well you are in luck my friend. Because if this recipe doesn’t cheer you up, you might need to check for a pulse. The smell of Banana Bread baking in the oven seems to help troubles just a little more manageable. One small bite at a time.

Put it this way, do you think Starbucks would waste space in their bakery cupboard for something that wasn’t a huge hit with their customers? The answer is NO. Some of their baked goods are standard such as blueberry scones, filled croissants and banana bread. You know what I think appeals to people? It is naturally sweetened by fruit and everyone knows someone who baked this. Whether it is a mom. A grandma, or a favorite next door neighbor, the aroma of freshly baked banana bread just says, come in, share your soul, and stay for a slice.

Because Starbucks knows that this goes with a great cup of coffee, this copy-cat recipe is extra moist, but don’t take my word for it. Bake a loaf and see for yourself. Or better yet, bake two loaves and share with someone who could use a bit of a lift.

This is what Charlene of My Frugal Adventures has to say about her favorite quick bread.

“This one is simple to make, packed with banana and is delicious plain, with nuts or add some chocolate chips for a real treat. This recipe is actually from Starbucks directly so hopefully you like it as much as we do!”

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Quick Tip: You can add chocolate chips instead of walnuts, or better yet, add both.

Recipe and image courtesy of Charlene and My Frugal Adventure

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As Easy As Pie…Buttermilk Pie!

Marci Seither — Tue, 08 Aug 2017 05:19:37 +0000

This old fashioned pie is the epitome of resourcefulness and taste!

My grandparents moved to Salinas during the dust storms. It was a hard life. they had to work together and share what they had with others just for survival.

Having fruit and luxuries from the store just wasn’t always an option so the women had to be super resourceful and creative.

The one thing that many did have was milk, and buttermilk. So if they needed to make a pie for a Sunday dinner, or a church potluck, they could still use what they had.

It was simple, yet the perfect dessert with a strong cup of coffee. And the best part was, it was homemade.

Practicing the art of hospitality wasn’t something that had to be Pinterest perfect, it just had to be genuine.

Just like this pie. The real deal from the first bite, I think you will agree that this pie is a true treasure.

Comments by Kate Matthews of Shreport, Louisiana, a recipe contributor to Taste of Home Magazine:

“This recipe is older than I am and I was born in 1919! My mother and grandmother made this pie with buttermilk and eggs from our farm and set it on the tables at church meetings and social gatherings.”

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Quick Tip: serve this with a side of your favorite fruit if it is in season such as cut up peaches or strawberries. It is perfect the way it is, but should you happen to have some fruit? That might just put this pie into the Hall of Fame!

Recipe and Photo courtesy of Food .com

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Not Your Grandpa’s Pancakes!

Marci Seither — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 16:26:59 +0000

If I had a nickel for every cold or reheated pancake I have eaten over the last three decades…I think you get the picture.

Growing up, my dad loved making big pancake breakfasts. It was not unusual for him to stand over the hot griddle making edible pieces of art that looked like Sponge Bob on water skis or a replica of our 1970 Suburban. It was fun, but it was also a mess.

As a mom, yeah, I don’t really have time for that part. It isn’t that I am opposed to pancakes, even though I tend to be more of a waffle girl, it just seems like a lot of work and the person on the end of the spatula is the last to eat since eating them “hot off the griddle” so the butter melts is important.

This recipe isn’t nearly as fun as my dad’s creations, but much more practical since it is something I make for our family.

There is nothing like waking up to the smell of something freshly baked coming out of the oven to rouse sleepy teens and this is perfect if everyone needs to leave the house in a hurry.

This recipe is awesome to reheat and can be kept for several days in the fridge for breakfast the following day or for you Lord of The Rings peeps..Second Breakfast!
To be totally honest we love having a “Breakfast For Dinner” option on our bi-weekly meal plan. Served with hash browns, bacon, and sliced fruit, you can have a wonderful Brinner…which is breakfast and dinner together. Not a real word, but you get the idea.

Here is what the cooks at Celebrating Sweets has to say about this breakfast recipe.

Here’s what’s amazing about this pancake casserole: you essentially make a big batch of buttermilk pancake batter flavored with vanilla and a touch of lemon zest. Rather than using the batter for individual pancakes (and standing at the stove and flipping, flipping, flipping…), the batter gets poured into a casserole dish, topped with blueberries and brown sugar crumble, and BAKED in the oven! Easy peasy. And the end result is wonderful! Breakfast just got 100 times better.

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Quick Tip: Don’t have fresh blueberries? Go ahead and use frozen berries, OR use whatever fruit is in season. I love diced apples or peaches in my breakfast bakes so get a little crazy and try your families favorite combos.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Allison at Celebrating Sweets

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Blueberry Lemon Puts These Biscuits on the Map!

Marci Seither — Fri, 07 Jul 2017 01:09:51 +0000

Move over Scones…These Easy Blueberry Lemon Drop Biscuits Take the Breakfast Spotlight.

I love blueberry lemon scones, but I have to admit it can be a bit tricky to keep them from getting a bit dry. So when I saw this recipe I was thrilled. In fact I couldn’t wait for breakfast to make these! And the result? Too good to be true!

One of the things that I think has been tough as a mom is keeping our meals interesting. I mean, sure, my teen says he could eat cold cereal ever day, but when I bake something from scratch and they are still warm out of the oven, that is pure happiness on a plate.

And really, who need to wait until breakfast? With a cold glass of milk this makes a great little snack.

This is what Mahy at Two Purple Figs has to say about this drop dead gorgeous recipe.

By all means don’t think I am anti-scones because I really love them! But those for me are a completely different experience, and it’s one closer to a muffin top. It has a nice delicate crust (closer to a scone) and an inside fluffy and tender (closer to a muffin). it’s not too sweet yet still good enough to be eaten on its’ own so glaze is completely optional here! It also happens to be so so easy.

What a win-win!

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Quick Tip: Lightly dust blueberries in flour before adding to mix. It will help to keep them from sinking to bottom while baking.

Recipe and Photo by Mahy at Two Purple Figs.

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You Will Fall Head Over Heels For this Incredible Cake

Marci Seither — Mon, 29 May 2017 05:47:45 +0000

It has to be time for a coffee break somewhere in the world!

Have you ever had such a huge craving for something? It seems that every time I see baskets of blueberries begin to make their appearance in the produce section I find myself scouring over recipe books and magazines for a new recipe.

When I saw this one for a crumble cake I decided I didn’t need to look any further. The crumble topping cakes are always so yummy and the fact that they don’t require cooling completely to add frosting makes this an easy dessert to toss in the oven right before company comes so the house smells amazing.

The crumble topping cakes are always so yummy and the fact that they don’t require cooling completely to add frosting makes this an easy dessert to toss in the oven right before company comes so the house smells amazing.

This is what Cyndi says about this yummy recipe.

I am thinking about this delicious and yummy Blueberry Crumb Cake. While the kids were on Spring Break, I wanted to bake something fruity and Springy (is that even a real word?). I knew the kids would love this cake. Since they love blueberries and cake, it was a sure winner!

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Quick Tip: If you want to make these in individual servings, go ahead and pull out a dozen or so ramekins or half pint mason jars. Yes! You can bake in a mason jar. They are so adorable! Make sure you don’t fill more than 2/3 full to allow for rising.

Photo and recipe courtesy of Cyndi at My Kitchen Craze

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buttermilk – Urban Retro Recipes

The Dish That Made Martha Famous

Bring On The Chili Weather! Pun Intended

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Savory Chive Buttermilk Biscuits: Breakfast Recipe

Buttermilk Biscuits to Warm Up you in the Morning

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Nothing Says Fall Like The Smell of Baked Apples And Caramel

I Couldn’t Believe My Eyes When I saw My Grandmother Pull This From The Oven

GO TO THE NEXT PAGE FOR INGREDIENTS AND DIRECTIONS.

This Is The Best Banana Bread Recipe I Have Ever Made. You Will Not Want To Miss Out On This

Starbucks Inspired Recipe Just Stole The Show

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As Easy As Pie…Buttermilk Pie!

This old fashioned pie is the epitome of resourcefulness and taste!

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Not Your Grandpa’s Pancakes!

If I had a nickel for every cold or reheated pancake I have eaten over the last three decades…I think you get the picture.

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Blueberry Lemon Puts These Biscuits on the Map!

Move over Scones…These Easy Blueberry Lemon Drop Biscuits Take the Breakfast Spotlight.

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You Will Fall Head Over Heels For this Incredible Cake

It has to be time for a coffee break somewhere in the world!

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Recipe and Photo courtesy of Food .com

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Recipe and photo courtesy of Allison at Celebrating Sweets

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Recipe and Photo by Mahy at Two Purple Figs.

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Photo and recipe courtesy of Cyndi at My Kitchen Craze

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