Apple Picking

Apple picking with our grand-blessings!

Men Folk and Breakfast

This morning the men are outside cleaning up the yard, mowing, winterizing the camper, laying mulch and splitting more wood for the winter (a NEVER ending job). While they're outside working, I'm making them a nice, hot breakfast of bacon, eggs and sweet Hawaiian crescent rolls. 

What are you having for breakfast? 

"The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning, great is your faithfulness!" ~Lamentations 3:22-23~

Parmesan Crisps

If you are a cheese lover and are looking for a low carb cracker alternative, these Parmesan Crisps are for you. These are so tasty and easy to make! 

For this recipe you will need.... 

Ingredients:

8 ounces fresh grated Parmesan (don't use frozen, it crumbles) 

2 tbsp all purpose flour (or substitute rice flour or gluten-free flour) 

2 tsps freshly minced thyme leaves 

1 tsp kosher salt 

1 tsp freshly ground black pepper 

Directions:

*Mix all ingredients together 

*Scoop level tablespoonful of mixture onto a sheet pan lined with parchment paper 

*Spread each round into 3 inch circle 

*Bake in the middle of the oven at 350* for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown 

*Cool in pan for 5 minutes then loosen with metal spatula and allow to cool completely on a baking rack Remember, you can change some of the seasonings to fit your family's taste.

Homemade Mixes

               Homemade Mixes

Every Thanksgiving we have stuffagus (stuffing pancakes), a recipe that my dad used to make. He would put the stuffing together and then make some into pancakes so we could try them and make sure they were seasoned just right before it all went into the turkey. Honestly, I think we ate more beforehand then what actually made it into the turkey. lol 

After I got all my ingredients out, I realized I didn't have any onion soup mix. To the computer I went, knowing there just HAD to be a recipe for it somewhere on-line. After a few minutes, I came across one that sounded good. I skimmed through the ingredients, making sure I had everything that I needed. Once I did, I set to work measuring and mixing. 

At first, I wasn't sure if I would like the onion soup mix, but once I had it simmering on the stove, it smelt just like the boxed mix I have used in the past. I was so excited when I tasted the stuffing......it tasted the same too! YES! 

 I am posting a recipe for Seasoned Salt or Pepper first, as the recipe for the Onion Soup Mix calls for it. You can also use the pepper mixture on so many things and it is great for those on a low/no sodium diet. However, you can make this recipe into Seasoned Salt instead, following the same recipe, just substitute the salt for pepper. 

With Thanksgiving being next month, I need to start preparing and make sure I have everything I need for this recipe. 

For the Seasoned Salt or Seasoned Pepper you will need the following: 

INGREDIENTS: 

1 cup salt or 1cup ground pepper 

2 tablespoons paprika 

1 teaspoon sugar (I used Splenda) 

1/2 teaspoon allspice 

1/2 teaspoon celery salt 

1/2 teaspoon curry powder 

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 

1/2 teaspoon mace 

1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 

11/2 teaspoon onion powder 

DIRECTIONS: 

1. Blend all ingredients thoroughly 

2. Store, tightly covered, at room temperature 

3. Label with date and contents 

4. This recipe can be stored for up to two years 

For the Dry Onion Soup Mix you will need the following: 

INGREDIENTS: 

4 teaspoons (which = 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon) beef bouillon granules 

8 teaspoons (which = 2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons) dried onion flakes 

1 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon seasoned pepper (recipe above) 

DIRECTIONS: 

1. Blend all ingredients thoroughly 

2. Place in a container, 

3. Label with date and contents 

4. Use within 6 months 

5. This mix is equal to one packet or about 1 1/4 ounces 

Blessings!

Cricut Fun

I finally had a chance to personalize my water bottle with my favorite scripture! If you are a crafter, please leave a comment with a link to your blog so we can stop by and visit! 

With Or Without?

I haven't had egg salad for a long time and decided to make some today because Skippy and I love it. Kiddo hates it so he just wants pb&j today. 

Do you make your egg salad with relish or without? I make mine without.

New Kids On The Block!

Checking on the babies this afternoon. We counted 10 calves in just the lower pasture. All God's creatures are beautiful!❤

Getting Ready

 

Today Skippy and I helped our youngest daughter decorate her home for Christmas. This is my favorite of her 3 trees. Now I have to go home and put up our trees and watch The Hallmark Channel!

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