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Making Memories At Home

Hello October! Fall arrived with a few changes at home.  We sent our youngest off to college.  Thankful for the pups keeping me company. My sons are spending more time at home and we are enjoying fresh cider and warm donuts … Continue reading

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Try This Super Easy Grilled Pineapple Dessert

Simple ingredients make the best meals.  Looking for a quick and easy healthy dessert?  I usually try to use what I have in the fridge before going out to the store.  Bingo! We had pineapples, mint from the garden and … Continue reading

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St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Recipes

Over the past week, I’ve been nursing a sprained ankle and a cough. Feeling a little sad, I’m not able to attend the Architectural Digest Show because of my injury.  For now, I’m resting my foot.  With a little luck, … Continue reading

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Everyday Occasions Giveaway

Hello October! Time for autumn comfort: apple cider, cozy throws, baking and entertaining at home. You know I love cooking and entertaining essentials.  Have you visited Jenny Steffens Hobick at Everyday Occasions?   I found Jenny on Instagram and immediately started following her blog.  Jenny … Continue reading

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Ivy’s Kitchen: Summer Salad

Summer salads are easy to put together and delicious.  These three salads are a few of my favorite to prepare at home.  Hope you enjoy them. Spring mix salad, grilled shrimp, candied walnuts, and apples. Marinade for shrimps: olive oil, parsley, crush … Continue reading

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Five Kitchen Essentials for the Cook

We are all excited to be together for the holidays.  With three runners in the family, I’ll be cooking more than usual, and I couldn’t be happier. Half the fun of cooking is finding great kitchen essentials.  These five kitchen essentials will keep me smiling beyond the holiday season. Feminine and … Continue reading

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