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Cranberry Apple Crisp

Fall and winter is a perfect time to make apple crisp. This Cranberry Apple Crisp recipe is a variation of the traditional apple crisp.

Frugal Tips: Peppermint Lip Balm

I have made this lip balm before and we just love it. This year I decided to make some not only for us, but also would make some up to give as Christmas presents. I purchased these little tins from Rose Mountain Herbs, which are the perfect size. The recipe is quite easy and mixesContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Peppermint Lip Balm”

Venison Shish Kabob

This year I was given a Venison Shish Kabob recipe by my boss, along with some venison and asked to try the recipe and see how I liked it.

Frugal Tips: Relief For Dry Hands

In the winter my hands suffer from the lack of moisture in the air. After having such success with making lip balm I decided to make my own hand cream as well. With just a few simple ingredients I made a really nice lotion, which my hands really appreciate! This recipe was too thick toContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Relief For Dry Hands”

Chicken Vegetable Soup

Looking for a comforting soup that included vegetables? Look no further than this Chicken Vegetable Soup. This soup also freezes well.

Pumpkin Sausage Pasta

This Pumpkin Sausage Pasta recipe is from one of my favorite books Simply in Season. If you can, find some local homemade sausage to use in the recipe.

Recipe Box: Pumpkin Icebox Cake

When I first saw this recipe a few years ago I knew I had to try it. We have always enjoyed my mother-in-law’s Surprise Cake and this recipe was very similar but with pumpkin! It is a very easy, no bake recipe, which makes a delicious, fall dessert. It’s pretty from the top and evenContinue reading “Recipe Box: Pumpkin Icebox Cake”

Frugal Tips: Pizza Night

Years ago we moved from Connecticut to Florida. In Connecticut we were used to delicious pizza that you could have delivered to your house. When we first moved to Florida we could not find a decent pizza anywhere. As a result my husband learned how to make the most delicious pizza. It didn’t happen overContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Pizza Night”

Pear Salad with Candied Pecans

Candied nuts are a wonderful addition to this Pear and Bleu Cheese Salad. This salad is a perfect fall salad. Use the lettuce from your garden.

Frugal Tips: Homemade Spiced Nuts

Are you a fan of spiced nuts? How about candied nuts on top of a salad? Spiced and candied nuts made great gifts. They are also a delicious, portable snack. Did you know you could make them yourself? Here are a few recipes for a no-fail method for a crunchy treat that will take youContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Homemade Spiced Nuts”