Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie with Whole Wheat Crust
November 16, 2009 by Andrea 
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We did it. I can’t believe it’s true, but we planted two pecan trees in our yard. We spotted them at Lowe’s in late September and selected a Sumner Pecan and a Stuart Pecan. We are slightly north of the growing zone for the Sumner, but our area has mild winters so it should do well. Pecan trees need another variety nearby to produce, and we planted these within 30 feet of each other. They got a little dry at one point and we were worried we might lose them, but it looks like they have taken to their new home. They don’t look like much right now, just a couple sticks about five feet (152 cm) tall since they lost their leaves, but they are full of promise, I can feel it. We have hopeful visions of harvesting pounds and pounds of pecans in about eight years. Yes it will be a long wait, but if the trees produce then my dream to grow our own pecans will be fulfilled. Read more
Ideas for a Fourth of July Cookout
July 3, 2009 by Andrea Print This Post
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The Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays, as mentioned in my recent article at FoodieView.com, and the fireworks, cookouts, and time with family and friends are my favorite parts of the holiday. This year we will spend the holiday with our family in the Adirondacks and will enjoy some great cooking from Michael’s mom and of course evenings by the campfire making s’mores (unless the bugs are eating me).
Here are a few of our favorite summer cookout foods to help you plan your holiday menu. Have a safe and happy Fourth of July!
Feed Dad Well on Father’s Day
June 19, 2009 by Andrea Print This Post
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Need some ideas for planning a Father’s Day meal? Michael doesn’t typically ask to eat out for Father’s Day, he usually wants some of our home cooking, and these are some of his favorites.
Best wishes for a happy Father’s Day!
Ideas for a Memorial Day Cook Out
May 22, 2009 by Andrea Print This Post
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Memorial Day in the United States represents the unofficial start of summer and the official start of grilling season. These are some of our favorites for a fun and easy Memorial Day cookout.
ON THE GRILL
Greek Burger (or any other kind of burger) Read more
Ideas for Mother’s Day
May 7, 2009 by Andrea Print This Post
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If you are looking for some ideas on what to make for Mother’s Day this weekend, take a look at my latest article at FoodieView.com, Celebrate Mother’s Day. And here are a few more ideas from us. We hope you have a delicious Mother’s Day weekend!
Breakfast/Brunch
Orange Blueberry Muffins Read more
Ideas for a Cinco de Mayo Party or When You Just Want Some Mexican Food
May 1, 2009 by Andrea Print This Post
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If you are planning to have a Cinco de Mayo party or just want ideas for making Mexican food at home, here are some of our favorites.
