My Blog = My Life [2016-09-04

  • Taco Salad

    Right up there with Broccoli Raisin, this is one of our favorite salads. Taco Salad finds its way to our table frequently; once every two weeks or so. We never tire of it. It's fresh, tasty, and simple to prepare. And best of all, it's gluten-free!I grew up eating this at my parents house, so I'm not entirely sure where the recipe…

  • All-Day Apple Butter

    Here is a deliciously simple crock-pot recipe for homemade apple butter that makes the whole house smell something wonderful! Enjoy it warm over ice cream, or on pancakes, waffles, or a slice of crusty French bread!All-Day Apple Butter Time: 15 minutes prep; 12 hours in the crock-pot. Yield: 4 pintsIngredients: 5 1/2 pounds tart c…

  • An Evening In Paris~My French Garret Living Room

    The year and place: 1920's ParisTime: The blue hour... Music: Mozart LacrimosaMood: Anticipatory with a palpable sense of romanceScent: The lightest hint of freesia wafting gently through the air rising from the vantines incense burner.A conversation starts with the mundane details of the day, and as the air cools and it grows eve…

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