Category: Favorite Recipes
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Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Years ago, when we lived in Western Washington, my family and I were given some chocolate zucchini bread. I thought it sounded like an interesting combination, and it was-in a good way. The addition of cocoa takes zucchini bread to a whole new level. I now make chocolate zucchini bread for my family every summer…
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Carmelitas for Christmas
As part of my major in college, I received an Early Childhood Education certification and a teaching certificate, and after graduating, I finished my education by completing my student teaching requirement. Back in my hometown, I was fortunate to have a fantastic teacher with whom I could work. Her name was Camille. I had met…
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Cream Wafer Cookies
I love a good cookie, and Cream Wafer cookies are some of the best cookies I have had. My mom introduced me to Cream Wafers when I was a teen. Since then, they have been requested almost every year. I enjoyed them so much, I had my mom teach me how to make the cookies.…
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Pizza Night: Easy Homemade Pizza Dough
One of my family’s favorite meals to share together is pizza. There are many great memories that come to mind when I think of making pizza. At one point we would indulge our pizza craving every Friday night, which was our designated pizza night. We’ve had many movie/family nights or football games that have involved…
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My Favorite Easter Cake
When I was growing up, my mom would make a bunny cake for Easter. I would look forward to helping her decorate the cake every year. After our dinner on Easter Sunday, I took pleasure in devouring a large piece. I did not care for the jelly beans that went into the decorations, but I…
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Halloween Family Night Ideas
It was a dark and stormy night; eerie music was heard coming from the dining room. I gathered my courage and ventured out into the hallway, determined to finish our quest. As I boldly took one step in front of the other, I screamed when I saw a shadowy figure creeping slowly towards me… One…
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My Secret to Surviving the Fall Season
When I was a kid, I dreaded fall. Mainly because it meant going back to school, cooler weather, and the end of summer. Then I kept the mind set that fall was the season not to be looked forward to, after all, I love summer. This may also relate to my aversion at times to…
Oil and Shine 