Author Archives: Jane

Black bean soup..

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Jane

yes it’s soup/chowder weather! Went walking this morning – it was 28 outside. Brrr – definitely soup weather! Bacon one white medium onion 1 Tbs minced garlic ½ to 1 cup reduced salt chicken broth (might need more depending on … Continue reading →

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Only January. Already anxious to plant herb and vegetable garden..

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Jane

oh I miss my fresh herbs and vegetables.. ..

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Sharpie Drawings – on old countertops!!

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Jane

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A few years back we redid our kitchen. I despised the old countertops. I was so happy to be done with them – that I let DD draw all over them with Sharpies before they were ripped out – and … Continue reading →

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Snow. From Christmas past..

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Jane

A few years back, it snowed like mad here the day after Christmas. I received a new SLR camera for Christmas and so was gung ho taking pictures right and left. I was just digging thru archives now and came … Continue reading →

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Cheddar Chicken Corn Chowder

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Jane

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This is a new recipe – I took a basic one and made lots of changes.. LOL. 6 slices chopped bacon 3-4 Tbs olive oil 1 cup chopped white onions 2 Tbs unsalted butter 1/4 cup flour 1 tsp kosher … Continue reading →

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Chicken Casserole AKA Funeral Chicken Casserole

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Jane

This recipe is tried and true. I’ve made it a bazillion times. I made hundreds of these for my parents when I used to make freezer meals for them. It was one of their favorites as well! I frequently make … Continue reading →

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Body scrub photos

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Jane

And a tiny peek into the newly redecorated bathroom that I have yet to post about 🙂 (You can see the “niche” that I had built to put all our crud in!) Here is the body scrub. You can see … Continue reading →

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The holidays are over. back to eating salads every night with dinner..

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Jane

I took a break from my nightly salads during the holidays – I incorporated LOTS of other veggies in – but not the requisite nightly salad that graces our table.. My family was happy. LOL Back to the grind tonight… … Continue reading →

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Crab bisque

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Jane

This is one my all time favorite bisque recipes. Great for cold weather 🙂 3 Tbs butter 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms 2 Tbs chopped white onion 2 Tbs chopped carrots 1 – 14.5oz canned chicken broth – I use low … Continue reading →

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Chemical Free Drain Unclogger

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Jane

So, DD has massive amounts of hair. It’s long and EXTREMELY thick. Think horse’s tail and you’re on the right track! Her shower drain regularly clogs up and I hate buying harsh chemicals to keep it clean. Last night I … Continue reading →

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