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Pineapple Pickle Cake

This is another recipe I got from the internet a few years ago, it was delicious, very unexpected, pickles and pineapple, but it so works. What I love about this recipe is it is very different, no one is expecting pickles in a cake so you get a lot of curious people who will say,…

Pickle Dip

Here we are again playing with vinegar this time with pickles, I sometimes wonder how I have enamel on my teeth, probably because I only drink water 99% of the time. But if I could, I would absolutely drink pickle juice from the jar, I use it instead of salt in some recipes, it’s a…

Coke and Cherry Love Salad

I love a good jello salad especially when it’s warm outside. This Valentines Day I thought about making something a little different from the chocolate recipes I usually make, but wanted something that fit the color and sweetness of the celebration. So I decided on a Coke and Cherry Love Salad. Yes, this is perfect…

Pickled Pineapple

I got this recipe of the internet a year ago and feel in love. Pickled pineapples, yes please! I love pineapple and here recently, I like things a little spicy, trust me that is new, spicy was something I avoided but I am now dipping my toe in this warm and tasty world. I am…

Butt Kicking Chicken

🐔Butt Kicking Chicken Casserole, this recipe got it’s name back in the 90’s when I served it for the first time and my brother-in-law said, “ this chicken kicks the butt of every chicken dish ever made”. So from that day forward I have kept the name. The great thing about this recipe is it…

Chocolate Gooey Bundt Cake

Chocolate Gooey Bundt Cake what else needs to be said! I love caramel, coconut, and chocolate add it to cake and I’m so your friend. So this recipe is a no brainer. It is wonderful and is a hit where ever I take it. Makes a wonderful Holiday or hostess gift. The recipe says to…

Bundt Cake Cheesecake

My husband loves cheesecake truly LOVES it so much. I on the other hand would not miss it if I never had it again. Which works to his benefit because he knows if we order a slice he gets the whole piece minus a tiny bite. So in making him happy I am always looking…

Apple Delight

This recipe is from an older Pillsbury recipe book tried and true. You can’t go wrong with apples and caramel. I made this the other day it popped in my head after a trip to the apple orchard and I thought, why not. So good I served it slightly warm with vanilla bean ice cream…

Peanut Butter Explosion Cake

I made this cake for my husbands birthday, Cheesecake is his favorite but anything peanut butter runs almost neck and neck. Needless to say he was a very happy camper, he and my son made quick work of it. My son asked if I would make it for his birthday. My husband and I believe…

Hot Chocolate Cookies

This cookie is truly like enjoying a cup of hot cocoa. I enjoy making these all year long but the winter time is my favorite, a cup of hot chocolate and one of these cookies feels like pure pampering add in a good book 📚 and like is good! A book, hot chocolate, and these…

Bacon Cookies

On my cookie quest a few years back I came across this yummy cookie, what makes it so great is bacon 🥓 yes, I said bacon! It has a sweet, smoky, salty taste that rocks your taste buds. This makes a great twist on a truly classic cookie. One that I know your friends and…

My Favorite Cookie

Ok, I know everyone has a favorite cookie 🍪 First off, who doesn’t love cookies, they are warm and comforting anytime but especially in cooler weather. With Fall coming on and the holidays approaching, you know cookie exchanges, parties, and holiday baking, I thought I would do a series of cookie recipes in the next…