Pumpkin Walnut Oatmeal

Pumpkin Walnut Oatmeal

I had some pumpkin purée left over from Wednesday’s Beef & Pumpkin Chili and didn’t want to see it go to waste…what better way to use it up than in a warm & healthy morning bowl of oatmeal for breakfast! The great thing about pumpkin is that the flavor is really very mild and versatile. You can keep it hidden or you can pump it up by adding spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. So have some fun with it! Continue reading

Country Style Dry & Wet Barbecue Pork Ribs

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Who doesn’t just love Barbecue Ribs…these ribs are easy to make at home and perfect for Thursday game night. I always serve them with a big salad (to get in a lot of greens) and lots of wet naps! My Hubby says they have a real kick, so if you don’t like too much spice, just omit the cayenne pepper or add a little less cayenne and a little more brown sugar. Continue reading

Beef & Pumpkin Chili

Pumpkin season….it’s been in full swing for over two months and yet this is the first time I’ve used it all season. Typically we eat pumpkin just a few times a year as not every one in the family is a big fan. The health benefits of pumpkin are a plus so I try to sneak it into a few recipes without anyone being the wiser! Here’s one of those meals where the addition of pumpkin boosts the Vitamin A and fiber content, adds a bit of creaminess and doesn’t compromise the wonderful flavor of this already delicious chili… Continue reading

Beer Cheddar Cheese

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So Delicious, So Good, So Addictive!!! Served with a good IPA and a perfectly warmed crusty roll you almost think you died and went to heaven. Great for football games in front of the big screen or tailgating with fellow fans…This cheese spread is sure to please. I made it for my Hubby and I while we snuggled in and watched our favorite team. Oh, I also had it on the charcuterie board at my daughters wedding… Continue reading

Roasted Carrot Breakfast Muffins

Roasted Carrot Breakfast Muffins

Roasted carrots for breakfast? Why not! I was considering making carrot cake or carrot cake muffins but to be honest I really need to eat healthier…especially with the holidays coming up. So roasting carrots and popping them in a breakfast muffin seemed just the thing to do…thankfully they were really really good! Continue reading