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Dream Family: The Family I always Wanted

09 Mar 2015
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While not everything in my childhood was bad, very little in my home resembled my dream family. Moments of joy were surrounded by terror and betrayal. In the depths of my shattered childhood lived the hope for my dream family. My whole life growing up, I had a vision of my dream...
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Bacon and Jalapeno Cheese Ball, Fun Holiday Hooters

23 Nov 2014
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“Owl” you like to make some Holiday Hooters with Amy’s Bacon and Jalapeño Cheese-Ball.  I Guarantee your friends and family will swoop in and eat ’em up! Who will get the last bite? Ingredients 16 oz cream cheese 2 oz onion dip (like for chips) 2 cups...
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Amy’s (Turkey) Cheese Ball

12 Nov 2014
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  If you are looking for a simple delicious appetizer that travels well look no farther!  My cheese ball has become a staple at family gatherings.  The kids are especially fond of when I sculpt it into shapes or let them use their own creativity.  The turkey cheese ball is...
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Scotchies from Amy's Kitchen

Acorn Scotchies

13 Oct 2014
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Acorn Scotchies We made one of our fall favorites (Peanut Butter Scotchies) into savory bite sized acorns. Fall is the perfect time to  make one of our all-time favorite  treats in the Simmons family… Peanut Butter Scotchies! No matter how much we make, they disappear...
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Chicken Fried Steak with Country Gravy

24 Sep 2014
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  Ingredients 2 pounds beef  bottom round or cut of your choice. 2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 1/2 tsp ground white pepper 1/8 tsp Cayenne pepper 1-1/2-2 cups flour 4 eggs, beaten 1/4 cup canola oil 2 cups chicken broth 1 cup milk 1/4 tsp thyme Directions Preheat...
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Our Favorite Lasagna

09 Sep 2014
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  Our Favorite Lasagna When John’s sister was little, she was asked if she wanted some lasagna.  What she heard was “Do you want some luz on ya?”  To which she replied, “No, I don’t  want some luz on me.  I want it on my plate!” Our...
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Spaghetti

03 Sep 2014
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    Annie did a great job helping in the kitchen.  She is learning how to make Dad’s favorite spaghetti. We call it “Monster Spaghetti” because this recipe makes a lot. It freezes well and is also part of our favorite Lasagna. Serves 18-20. Monster...
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The Fruit Basket

27 Aug 2014
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  I have to say that I love my kitchen.  It has a gas stove top, double ovens, two dishwashers, two fridges and three sinks. It also has a pull out step for little ones, a hanging pot rack and a big window.  It is one of my favorite places to be.  I find it warm and inviting...
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Celeste's Mac N Cheese

Celeste’s Favorite Mac N Cheese

13 Aug 2014
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  Ingredients 2 Pounds macaroni 4 cups cheese. We used Colby/Cheddar and Pepper Jack 4TB Butter 1TB Ground Mustard 1TB Original Mrs. Dash 1 tsp Garlic 1 tsp mesquite seasoning blend 1 medium onion finely chopped 2 TB Flour 1 1/2- 2 cups milk 1/2 Cup Bacon Bits Pinch of...
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