Finally some days above 60 degrees.  There is a faint cast of green on the lawn and the trees are begining to bud maybe there is hope for warm weather and, and, AND THE GARDEN!!! Well, in a show of great faith that there really will be a summer this year, I have excitedly begun my garden plans, complete with starting my own seedlings.  Why bother?  Well, I usually spend about $ 200 -$300 .00 on plants each...

The past few months we have been remodeling our kitchen.  You wouldn’t believe the mess!!!  Electricians, carpenters, and the worst, the plumber tromped through my house grinding in the dirt.  Up and down the stairs, across the recreation room leaving their trail. I became very aware that my entire basement carpet badly needed to be cleaned.  I turned to my copy of “Clean Your House and Everything...

Handbag Planet is newly opening and in order to celebrate the grand opening on October 15 they are giving away a free handbag every hour. In order to enter this contest visit www.handbagplanet.com. It’s a great contest to enter because no credit card number or purchase is needed. Visit the website to see all of the available bags!

I have had requests for more soup recipes.  This soup came from the Williams Sonoma cataloge.  The bacon makes this soup taste heavenly!!! BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP Makes 6 servings From Williams Sonoma     5 slices bacon                                                      1 yellow onion chopped                                             ...

This recipe is always a hit!  Just stir into warm pasta, use as a spread on focaccia, or sandwiches, spread on fish, use your imagination!!!. PESTO 1/2 cup light olive oil 1 cup fresh basil leaves 2 cloves garlic 1/3 cup of parmesan cheese 1/3 cup pine nuts (can use other nuts as well, almonds, pecans are some of my favorites) Put all ingredients into a blender, blend on high for approx. 1 minute,...

This is the best chocolate cake I have ever tryed.  Everyone asks for this recipe.  Here it is for you, Enjoy! CHOCOLATE CAKE 2 c. sugar                                                 2 c. flour 1/2 t. salt Mix in a bowl, then add: 2 eggs                                                     1/2 c. sour cream 1...

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