Butterscotch Pudding Recipe

 

Butterscotch pudding offers our taste buds a rich , delicious, creamy taste that reminds me of childhood. Butterscotch itself is made of brown sugar and butter. From hard candies to sauces and puddings butterscotch has been long loved. A close love but definitely quite different is caramel. The main difference is that caramel will use white sugar and uses heavy cream. The source for this recipe

• 
  1/2 cup dark brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3 Tbsp water
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 Tbsp corn starch
• 3 large egg yolks
• 3 Tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature, cut into pieces
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp bourbon (optional)

• Over medium/medium-low heat, melt the brown sugar with the salt and the water. The water helps the sugar to dissolve and melt evenly. Heat until bubbling, and continue to cook for 5-6 minutes more, keeping a close eye on it and making sure it doesn't burn. Don't stir it while it is cooking, but you can swirl the pan around a bit to distribute the heat if needed.
• Allow the melted brown sugar to cool for a few minutes.
• Meanwhile, dissolve the cornstarch in a little bit of the milk, and whisk until very smooth. Add the egg yolks, and whisk until smooth.
• Add the corn starch slurry to the rest of the milk and cream, and whisk briefly to combine everything.
• Add the milk/cream mixture to the partially cooled brown sugar, whisking as you go. The sugar will seize up and become hard, but don't worry, everything will melt once the pan goes back on the heat.
• Return the pan to the heat, and gently bring the whole mixture to a boil over medium-low heat, whisking constantly. Once all the brown sugar has dissolved and the mixture is beginning to thicken, switch to a silicone spatula so that you can scrape the bottom and sides of the pan as it thickens.
• Once the pudding comes to a boil, (it should be quite thick), take it off the heat and immediately pour it through a fine mesh strainer.
• Add the butter, vanilla extract, and whiskey (if using), and whisk vigorously to combine (I whisked mine for a good minute or so to get the butter well incorporated.)
• Pour the pudding into serving containers, and enjoy warm, or allow it to fully set in the fridge. It will be fully set in a couple hours.

other recipes you may want to try

corn pudding 

butterscotch trifle

southern style banana pudding

Voter Registration Day

 Are you a registered voter??? If so then that is great but please check with the local registers office to ensure your information is correct. September 19th is Voter registration day. We each have our own way of getting others involved. George Washington, it seemed wanted to bring voters, so he used his campaign budget to buy everyone a drink. Texans do it even in a different way it seems you cannot use just any ID but if you show a gun card you are good to go. Folks of color had it even harder as they were made to pay a poll tax forcing them to stay away from voting, but these were later repelled.  So as you can see there have been many changes and many have fought for the right to vote.

National Voter Registration Day is a day that will see volunteers out at schools, in the workplace, and in neighborhoods urging others to get ready to vote. Tables will be set up with information on how to vote. Doors will be knocked on to share the news of voting with all. In addition, you may have noticed post on social media on the importance of voting. 

So the question is are you registered to vote?? 

Enjoy some Chili Cheese Toast

September 15th is National Cheese Toast Day.  We make cheese toast often at our house. I thought for a change I would switch it up and make Chili Cheese Toast. Whether it is chosen to be served as a snack or a meal chili cheese toast can be filling. In addition, it takes neither a lot of time nor ingredients to enjoy. 

You will need a few slices of your choice of bread, your choice of cheese but best to use cheddar or mozzarella, bell peppers and fresh chillis. 

Start by preheating oven to 350 degrees. Place bread slices on baking sheet and top with cheese. Add diced peppers and chilli and bake 5 to 10 minutes. Cheese should be melted and peppers golden. Enjoy

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Welcome to our Blog

 Welcome to our blog. Our home on the great www. if you would have it. Several years ago I started this blog and many things have happened since that time. My life looks a bit different. I am still married to a wonderful man and have been for the past 37 years. Our children have all grown and are living out on their own now. If this is your first visit here or if you are like me and need a memory refresher let me remind you that me and my husband have raised 6 children. In addition, we also took in my nephew and raised him from the 6th grade year of school all the way to graduation .

I have been blessed to live the life of a daughter, mother, cook, bottle washer, aunt, sister , wife and the list goes on. I was a Certified Nurses aide for nearly 30 years before my health turned and I had to give up the career I loved. Yes, I am only 53 but have had a stroke, heart attack, an insulin dependent diabetic and have had 1/2 of a foot amputated. So I plan to share with you all , my readers about such health scares and how to help yourself avoid them as well. However, I have not stropped and been still I am now helping my youngest son to raise his 2 children. 

A baby girl, now 4, and boy is she something else can carry on a conversation like someone in their teens and loves to dress up but not scared to get dirty. Her brother is 8 and in the 4th grade. He loves to be active and also loves to help me and his grandpa in our little shop. Yes, that is correct I said we have a shop a little thrift stor online and off. Perhaps, that is something I will share in blog post as well. 

Any how WELCOME to our blog I hope you take time to look around and come back again as well. 

 

Peach Melba Muffin

 

Today is eat a peach day. I enjoy eating fresh peaches and also enjoy baking with them. Today I shared a delicious recipe for Peach Melba Muffins 

2 cups flour

1 tablespoon baking powder
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
1⁄3 cup sugar
1 egg, beaten
1⁄3 cup butter, melted
1 cup milk
3⁄4 cup peach, chopped
3⁄4 cup raspberries
1⁄2 cup sugar
1⁄3 cup flour
1⁄4 cup butter

Sift flour, baking powder, salt and 1/3 cup sugar together. Stir in the eggs, butter, and milk just until moistened. Fill prepared muffin cups half full. Cover with fruit. Top with remaining batter.
Mix the remaining 1/2 cup sugar, 1/3 cup flour, and 1/4 cup batter together until crumbly. Sprinkle over the muffins. Bake at 400º for 20 minutes.

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take your cat to vet day

 today is take your cat to the vet day. It is recommended to take a cat to the vet at least twice a year. To make it easy for both you and your cat it is recommended to use a large pet carrier.  this will help make your cat more comfortable and also help you know where your cat is. Coaxing your cat in by petting and offering a cat treat will help. 

More than likely, you have heard the term fat cat before. The truth is that cats have a tendency to become overweight. The vet can help you watch your cat's weight as well as watch for diabetes, heart disease or any arthritis problems your cat may have. A vet can help you know how and what to feed your cat as well as how much exercise they should have. However, this is not the only reason to take your cat to the vet. 

Vets can help a cat's owner by giving tips on how to help their pets behavior to making sure they are healthy. Dental care is one important way to ensure your cat is healthy. Like humans their teeth can develop plaque leading to other problems. From home dental care to professional cleaning an examination from the vet can help the owner know how to care for their cat. In addition, parasites and vaccinations will be discussion topics at the vet. 

Celebrate Bagel Day with Cinnamon Toast Bagels

 

As grandmas should all ready know then we are always ready to find out about all those little things. So when I found out that my 3 year old little lady recently fell in love with bagels and has long (if a three year old can do anything for a long time) loved french toast I had to introduce the two. This recipe at inquiring chef completes a perfect new dish to the taster in subject. 

For the French Toast:

• ▢6 Eggs
• ▢1/2 cup Milk
• ▢1/2 tsp Salt
• ▢2 Bagels, halved (just about any flavor will work, but plain or slightly sweet flavors are my preference)
• ▢1 Tbsp Unsalted Butter

For the Whipped Cream Cheese:

• ▢4 oz Cream Cheese, softened to room temperature
• ▢1 Tbsp Granulated Sugar
• ▢1/2 tsp Cinnamon

• In a square baking dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, and salt. Add the bagel halves and flip to coat both sides. Soak the bagels cut side down in the egg mixture in the refrigerator for at least an hour or overnight.
• Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat. Use a fork to transfer the bagels to the pan (discard egg mixture), and cook on both sides until golden brown and crisp.
• While bagels are cooking, beat cream cheese, sugar and cinnamon until light and fluffy. (If too thick, add a bit of milk.)
• Serve bagels topped with whipped cream cheese.

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Planning Tomorow nights Supper

 I am looking forward to tomorrow. First of all, it is Friday, but it is also the night I get all the grands under one roof again. The grands if you are wondering are my grandkids who range in age from 14 to 3. There are 4 of them 2 girls and 2 boys. Much enjoyable as I love times like this. I love to make a large supper and breakfast the next morning. So I thought I would share the recipe to what we will be having tomorrow night for supper. Not only is it filling but it will help me use up peppers I got on sale at the store. Enjoy:

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• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef

• 1 cup chopped onion

• 1/2 cup chopped celery

• 2 large bell peppers, cut in 1-inch squares

• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• 1 teaspoon celery flakes, optional

• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes

• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce, divided

• 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

• 1 1/2 cups cooked rice

• 8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese, or Cheddar Jack blend, divided. (I prefer the cheddar jack or cojak as my daddy would call it)

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I am Here

I've been gone for a bit but now I am back ready to share with you life little lessons. To remind you I am a mother of 6 grown children and 4 grandchildren. grandkids are between the ages of 3 and 14. In addition I am the aunt of one special young man who will graduate in May. Thus as you can see life is busy and I can not wait to hear all about you as well.

Goulash

1 tbsp olive oil

 1 cup onion, diced 

 1  green bell pepper, diced 

 2 lbs. ground beef, lean 

 3 tsp garlic, minced 

 2 15 oz cans tomato sauce 

 2 15 oz cans petite diced tomatoes 

 3 cups beef broth 

 3 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce 

 2 tsp seasoned salt 

 2 tbsp Italian Seasoning 

 3 bay leaves 

 2 cups macaroni noodles, uncooked 

 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 

 Add olive oil to large pot over medium-high heat. Add in the onion, bell pepper and ground beef then cook until beef is no longer pink. Drain any excess fat and return pot to stove top. Add in garlic and stir until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, Italian seasoning, bay leaves and dried macaroni noodles. Stir and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a light boil and stir occasionally until the pasta is tender, about 20 minutes. Remove the bay leaves and stir in the cheddar cheese just before serving remove leaf

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Its o.k to whine or is it

 

Did you wake up late,,, tired,,, not wanting to get out of npbed... not wanting to clean .... it will all be o.k. Whatever it is go ahead and whine about it. After all it's December 26th and a day created for moments just like this. December 26th is a day for whining. 

In 1986 Reverend Kevin Zaborney created National Whiners day to allow chronic complainers to be grateful for what they had rather than being sad. No better than the day after Christmas to vent off some much needed whining. However if we truly take a look around we should notice that we don't have it nearly as bad as others. 

Often less fortunate individuals welcome circumstances in their lives that others often Whiners about. Tired of having to clean up leftovers?? There are those that struggle to put food on the table. Tired of family constantly dropping by?? There are some that would love to have family. Didn't receive that gift you asked for?? Many had no gifts under the tree. Instead of seeing life as what you do not have consider counting your blessings and Instead of whining be thankful. 

Shortest day of the year

 

December 21, 2021 is and has officially been what is known as the winter solstice. The northern and southern hemispheres will not have equal amounts of sunlight during the year. In the United States we will see less sun during the months September thru March. This is due to the Earth's axis of rotatation being tilted. The other part of the year will result in longer hours of sunlight 

I want to wish you a feliz navidad

My daughter learned this son in the third grade for a Christmas program. She would sing it everyday any where she went. The words are Spanish and means Merry Christmas. Sorrow me to you I want to wish you Feliz Navidad may you have a great Christmas 

Pizza Casserole Recipe

 

• 16 oz Penne Pasta
• 4 c Mozzarella Cheese, , divided
• 28 oz Pizza Sauce
• 8 oz Diced Tomatoes
• 2 oz Parmesan Cheese
• 1 c Pepperonis
• 4 oz Green Peppers, , diced
• 2 oz Onion, , diced
• 4 oz Mushrooms, , chopped
• 1 lb Italian sausage, , ground
• 1 oz Black Olives

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. 

In a large pot of boiling water cook penne pasta until al dente.

While pasta cooks brown Italian sausage in a skillet. Cook fully and drain grease.

Drain pasta and pour into a large bowl.

Add 2 cups mozzarella, pizza sauce, diced tomatoes, green peppers, onions, mushrooms, and cooked Italian sausage. Toss until fully combined.

Grease a 13×9 inch casserole dish and pour mixture into it.

Top with remaining cheese, pepperonis, black olives and Parmesan cheese. 

Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes remove foil and continue to bake for an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is fully melted. 

Enjoy!

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Las Posadas

Las Posadas is a religious festival that is celebrated by Spanish believers. The dates between December 16th and 24th will see the festival in Mexico and around the states. Las Posadas brings attention to the time period when Joseph and Mary traveled from Nazareth to Bethlehem in order so Mary could give birth. The baby would be named Jesus and he would be born in a stable as all the Inns were full. 

One dish that may be served may be

1 tablespoon olive oil

4 ounces Mexican chorizo, casing removed

5 cups chopped romaine lettuce

1/2 cup Del Monte® Whole Kernel Sweet Gold and White Corn, drained

1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed

1 roma tomato, diced

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves

1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled and diced

1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, for garnish

1/4 cup tortilla strips, for garnish

FOR THE LIME VINAIGRETTE

1/4 cup olive oil

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

Zest of 1 lime

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

2 teaspoons sugar, or more to taste

To make the vinaigrette, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lime zest and juice, and sugar in a small bowl; set aside.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chorizo and cook until dry and crisp, about 2 minutes, making sure to crumble the chorizo as it cooks; let cool.

To assemble the salad, place romaine lettuce in a large bowl; top with chorizo, corn, black beans, tomato and cilantro. Pour the dressing on top of the salad and gently toss to combine. Stir in avocado.Serve immediately, garnished with cheese and tortilla strips, if desired.

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White Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods on Chocolate Covered Anything Day

 

• 1 package pretzel rods
• 1 package white chocolate candy melts or Almond Bark
• 1 tablespoon shortening (Crisco) if needed
• sprinkles

1. Melt your chocolate according to package directions (or use your mini crock pot!) If the chocolate is a little thick add some shortening to thin it.
2. Line a baking sheet with wax paper.
3. Break pretzel Rods in half. Dip broken end in melted chocolate, tap excess off. To avoid dripping, give your wrist a little twist to turn the pretel.
4. Sprinkle a few sprinkles on melted chocolate then place dipped pretzel on wax paper to harden.
5. Repeat with remaining pretzels.

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Christmas snack mix

3 Tbsp sesame oil

3 Tbsp honey

1 Tbsp soy sauce 

1/2 tsp garlic salt 

1/3 tsp onion powder 

4 cups crispy wheat cereal squares 

6 cups mini pretzels

1 cup dry roasted peanuts 

1 cup candy coated pieces

Now save yourself from a mess later by lining a baking pan with foil 

HEAT OVEN TO 250 DEGREES 

In bowl mix together oil, honey, soy sauce, garlic salt and onion salt. 

In large bowl mix cereal,  pretzels,  nuts. Pour oil mic over top. Toss to coat 

Pour all into pan spread out Bake 25 minutes, stir all. Turn off oven.  Leave in oven 1 hour to allow crisping. 

Remove from oven and allow to cool. When cooled toss with candies. Store in airtight container up to 1 week. 

MUMMY DOGS

 Often many activities are occurring this time of year with little time between work or school and the activity. If you find yourself short on time and needing to feed the family recipes like these mummy dogs will work great ENJOY 

• 1 can Crescent Roll Dough
• 2 American Cheese slices
• 8 Hot Dogs
• 16 Candy Eyes
• Cooking spray

1. Preheat oven to 375.
2. Cut each cheese slice into 4 strips.
3. Unroll dough and separate into 4 rectangles (crimp diagonal cuts in each one together).
4. Cut each rectangle lengthwise into 1/2″ strips and join 2 together to form one long “bandage”.
5. 10 pieces, making a total of 40 pieces of dough. Slice cheese slices into quarters (1/2 slice cheese, cut in half).
6. Wrap “bandage” of dough around each hot dog and 1/4 slice of cheese.
7. Make sure to leave a gap for face.
8. Place wrapped hot dogs (cheese side down) on non stick cookie sheet and lightly spray with cooking spray.
9. Bake 15 minutes or until dough is lightly brown.
10. Place a small piece of cheese where eyes go and place in oven to melt slightly.
11. Place 2 eyes on each mummy.

Honor our heros

 October is a date to honor our heros. Many young children will say that their parents are the heros to them. My 2 year old granddaughter believes her grandpa is a superman of sorts. Along with being the early heros in children lives it is the responsibility of adults to teach young children to respect those individuals who are there to help. 

Whether it be a fireman,  a police officer,  soldiers, or whoever individuals who stand up and above deserve the title of hero. Community heros are needed as they are often the ones that takes care of those that live in the community. Again being nice rooting our heros on including saying thank you is awesome tasks we can all do. 

Recently the community I live in was robbed of one of our heros when he was killed on the line of duty. 

Brian Pierce Jr was a young man doing the job he had desired to do since he was a child. To his parents and family he was always a hero, to his community he was a hero that offered great help and to all he was stolen to early. 

How do you teach your children about heros?? 

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