This masterpiece is a traditional recipe that has been in my hubby's family since he was a kid. I've been told it originated in an old cookbook. It has become a family favorite and it is being passed on to the next generation (our kids, nephews, and nieces) as well. Since we have been trying to live … [Read more...] about Glazed Cinnamon Maple Nut Twist Topped with Bacon
Recipes
Mini Peanut Butter Cheesecakes
I love being on the Trim Healthy Mama weight loss lifestyle. Since things like butter and bacon are God-made and therefore good for my body, I am encouraged to eat them, not avoid them! And I've been enjoying my butter and bacon and lost 27 pounds, too! Well, another amazing aspect of this "diet" is … [Read more...] about Mini Peanut Butter Cheesecakes
Spicy Philly Cheese Steak Stuffed Green Peppers
Update version of this recipe on my food website TJsTaste.com! Check It Out A long time ago, at a friend's house, I was served a very basic yet very tasty Philly Cheese Steak Stuffed Green Pepper. It contained all the classic, basic flavors of a traditional cheese steak sandwich--the meat, the … [Read more...] about Spicy Philly Cheese Steak Stuffed Green Peppers
Olive and Sun Dried Tomato Hummus
Hummus is a traditional Middle Eastern creation. It's a dip typically made with mashed garbanzo beans (i.e. chickpeas), olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Since travelling across the world and growing in popularity, hummus has been tweaked, enhanced, and modernized by many a creative cook. Homemade … [Read more...] about Olive and Sun Dried Tomato Hummus
Homemade Tarragon Ranch Salad Dressing
My all-time favorite salad dressing recipe is one I learned how to make when I worked at Focus on the Family--Honey Poppy Seed Salad Dressing. Unfortunately, it's not the most slimming thing on the planet (nor the best for blood sugar levels--lots of sweetness in it!), especially now that I am … [Read more...] about Homemade Tarragon Ranch Salad Dressing
Homemade Menstrual Cup Wash
ATTENTION MEN: TMI warning. If you wish to NOT be disturbed, here's your fair warning: stop reading NOW! I really like my menstrual cups. They're safer than using tampons for my monthly friend, they're cheaper, and (once I initially got the hang of it), easy to use. Just about every menstrual cup … [Read more...] about Homemade Menstrual Cup Wash