Monthly Archives: January 2017

Traditional Bloody Mary

Posted on January 9, 2017 by HelenFern

January 1 was National Bloody Mary day – so I made some Bloody Marys!    We used vodka as well as a couple of other variations (see below).  It’s a great drink for brunch.

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What’s for Dinner? Sunday Link up #78

Posted on January 8, 2017 by HelenFern

Every week we plan what to feed our families – Is there anything new out there?  How can you use leftovers?  In short… “What’s for Dinner?” Well, here is the place to find the answers to that age-old question! A … Continue reading →

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Southern Inspired Greens, Beans & Ham Soup

Posted on January 6, 2017 by HelenFern

Here’s a soup inspired by Southern Comfort food – just throw it in the crock pot and when you get home – It’s Dinner!  You can use some of that left over ham we made yesterday!

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Baked Ham with Pomegranate Glaze

Posted on January 5, 2017 by HelenFern

Looking for a ham glaze that’s a little different than the standard honey mustard?  Here’s a great one!  It’s made with pomegranate molasses – a tart syrup made with pomegranate juice, lemon juice and sugar.   It’s a staple in … Continue reading →

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Spaghetti with Chicken, Spinach & Parmesan

Posted on January 4, 2017 by HelenFern

It’s National Spaghetti day!  Most people immediately think of the long noodles with a tomato and meat sauce, but the word refers simply to the pasta! Spaghetti is from the Italian word that means “thin string” or “twine”.  A perfect … Continue reading →

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