Shaken not Stirred (“Giddy-Up” Cocktail Recipe)

by Irene // February 9, 2015 // 2 Comments

I’ve never been a big drinker but once we started a family, drinking just naturally reverted to almost never. Shortly after Mark’s brother retired, we noticed he enjoyed a cocktail hour every day, and I thought, “Huh!” Our youngest had gone... Continue reading →

After Thanksgiving Turkey Soup

by Sandy // December 2, 2014 // 1 Comment

With Thanksgiving just a few days away, we thought it was a good time to remind you to keep your turkey bones and leftover vegetables so you can make delicious, comforting soup. You’ll stretch your Thanksgiving turkey quite a few... Continue reading →

Save Your Thanksgiving Turkey Bones! (How To Make Soup: The Basics)

by Sandy // November 23, 2014 // No Comments

Mom was in Europe during WWII. Her family moved, hid, and struggled. Some family members survived, while others were killed. They all scrambled for food. She told us once (or twice, or 9 times) about a day her family (7 members still together... Continue reading →

Split Pea and Ham Soup Recipe

by Sandy // November 23, 2014 // 2 Comments

Split Pea and Ham Soup A week ago, I used a ham bone and vegetables we had in the fridge to make split pea and ham soup. It was fabulous! Feel free to use a Ham Hock instead, or replace the... Continue reading →

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Shaken not Stirred (“Giddy-Up” Cocktail Recipe)

After Thanksgiving Turkey Soup

Save Your Thanksgiving Turkey Bones! (How To Make Soup: The Basics)

Split Pea and Ham Soup Recipe