This is a recipe that I learned at one of the first Pampered Chef parties I attended in the early 1980s.
Peel and slice 10 apples using the apple peeler/corer
Place them into the rectangular baker
Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and a little bit of nutmeg
Sprinkle with brown sugar
Spread one dry yellow cake mix evenly over the top
Melt one stick of butter and drizzle evenly over the top of the cake mix
Bake at 350 for about 50 minutes or until top is golden brown
This is awesome! And, it's a great way to use up some of those fall apples.
Monday, October 5, 2009
I Saved Myself A Bundle
I have been looking for a new dining room set forever, and haven't been able to find one that I like that will fit in the space we have (oh, and one we can afford). Finally, after looking in store after store, I decided to buy a quart of black epoxy paint and paint my Windsor chairs and the legs of my oblong table. We always keep a table cloth on the table, so I didn't see a reason to paint the top. What a transformation! It looks fantastic!
Eddie and I spent Sunday afternoon painting while listening to the Rams game. Ugh! What a bad day to be a Rams fan! I got black paint all over my Rams T-shirt, hair, hands and face. I had streaks across my face and looked like I had cat whiskers. Ordinarily, I"d say, "no big deal", but I found out when I tried to wash it off, IT DIDN'T WASH OFF! Thank God, I didn't have to work on Monday. I scrubbed and scrubbed my skin until it was red and irritated. I even tried nail polish remover. No luck. I wasn't about to try mineral spirits or gasoline (both were suggested). Fortunately, after my shower this morning, most of the black paint is gone.
I took a vacation day today with plans to get my yard and house ready for winter. All I really got done was playing with Christian, my grandson. I can't resist his handsome smile and his chatter. I love it when he talks to me. He didn't even make fun of my cat whiskers (most of which were gone by the end of the day).
I can't wait to have you see the transformation of the dining room! What a difference a quart of paint can make.
Eddie and I spent Sunday afternoon painting while listening to the Rams game. Ugh! What a bad day to be a Rams fan! I got black paint all over my Rams T-shirt, hair, hands and face. I had streaks across my face and looked like I had cat whiskers. Ordinarily, I"d say, "no big deal", but I found out when I tried to wash it off, IT DIDN'T WASH OFF! Thank God, I didn't have to work on Monday. I scrubbed and scrubbed my skin until it was red and irritated. I even tried nail polish remover. No luck. I wasn't about to try mineral spirits or gasoline (both were suggested). Fortunately, after my shower this morning, most of the black paint is gone.
I took a vacation day today with plans to get my yard and house ready for winter. All I really got done was playing with Christian, my grandson. I can't resist his handsome smile and his chatter. I love it when he talks to me. He didn't even make fun of my cat whiskers (most of which were gone by the end of the day).
I can't wait to have you see the transformation of the dining room! What a difference a quart of paint can make.
Friday, October 2, 2009
Time For Dessert - Oreo Cookie Bars
This is such a simple and quick recipe. And the best part . . . everybody loves it!
1 package of Oreo Cookies and 1/3 cup of butter (melted)
Crush the cookies and mix with the butter. Press into a 9 x 13" pan.
Melt 1 cup of chocolate chips with 1 can of sweetened condensed milk. Pour over the crumbs.
Sprinkle one cup of chocolate chips over the top. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes.
It's rich, but it's "delish"!
1 package of Oreo Cookies and 1/3 cup of butter (melted)
Crush the cookies and mix with the butter. Press into a 9 x 13" pan.
Melt 1 cup of chocolate chips with 1 can of sweetened condensed milk. Pour over the crumbs.
Sprinkle one cup of chocolate chips over the top. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes.
It's rich, but it's "delish"!
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Thursday's Recipe - Garlic Bites
This is a very simple recipe that pairs well with a pot of chili or potato soup, or with your pasta and salad dinner. Give it a try. It will definitely fall into your "comfort food" category. It comes from The Pampered Chef collection.
Preheat oven to 350°. Melt 1 Tbsp butter in a 12" ovenproof skillet.
Mince two cloves of garlic into the pan and sprinkle with 2 tsp of Pampered Chef Italian Seasoning Mix.
Cut 2 packages (10.2 oz) grand-size refrigerated biscuits into quarters. Arrange biscuit pieces in pan and sprinkle with additional Italian seasoning. I like to sprinkle a little bit of garlic salt on top too.
Bake for 18 - 22 minutes or until lightly brown.
Soooo good!
Preheat oven to 350°. Melt 1 Tbsp butter in a 12" ovenproof skillet.
Mince two cloves of garlic into the pan and sprinkle with 2 tsp of Pampered Chef Italian Seasoning Mix.
Cut 2 packages (10.2 oz) grand-size refrigerated biscuits into quarters. Arrange biscuit pieces in pan and sprinkle with additional Italian seasoning. I like to sprinkle a little bit of garlic salt on top too.
Bake for 18 - 22 minutes or until lightly brown.
Soooo good!
An Early Christmas Gift
Today was a very trying day at work. But coming home and unpacking my new Pampered Chef cookware quickly helped me leave the frustrations of the day behind. Thanks to an early Christmas gift from my mom and dad, I am the proud owner of twelve pieces of titanium reinforced hard-anodized aluminum cookware with an interior and exterior DuPont Autograph2 nonstick coating. They are a breeze to clean up - nothing sticks to them. They have silicone handles,so they are ovenproof to 400°. I just love them!
I can't wait to use all of the pieces. Take a look at the cookware on my website www.pamperedchef.biz/karanskitchen and you'll see why I'm so excited. My cooking life is perfect!!! I almost can't wait for Thanksgiving. I say "almost" - I'm not ready for cold weather yet.
Thanks Mom & Dad - this is the best gift ever.
I can't wait to use all of the pieces. Take a look at the cookware on my website www.pamperedchef.biz/karanskitchen and you'll see why I'm so excited. My cooking life is perfect!!! I almost can't wait for Thanksgiving. I say "almost" - I'm not ready for cold weather yet.
Thanks Mom & Dad - this is the best gift ever.
Do you like to save money?
I can't tell you how much money I save by using coupons. It takes some discipline and a system, but anybody can do it.
First, you have to find the coupons. I suggest signing up on websites of brands you buy and stores you shop. You'll receive coupons by e-mail and announcements of specials in the days to come. Buy a Sunday paper and you'll find lots of coupons almost every week. Get yourself a file box with about 25 dividers. Label your dividers by category - Dairy, Meat, Prepared Foods, Veggies, Fruit, Salad, etc. . . Every Sunday night I cut out the current week's coupons while watching Iron Chef on Food Network (of course). Then, I sort through the entire box and throw away the expired coupons before I file the new coupons.
Second, study the store ads (department and grocery stores). Get the most for your money by using coupons to buy items when they are on sale. I like to get multiple copies of the same coupon and then stock up on items when they are on sale. To tell you the truth, if you really pay attention and use the "Register Rewards" at the grocery stores and at Walgreens, you may never pay for things like toothpaste, toothbrushes, and soap again. You'll be surprised at how quickly your savings will add up.
Third, watch for rebates. I take the time to buy the required items, save the required proof of purchase seals, and then mail in the items required. I usually use coupons to purchase the items when they are on sale, and then send in the rebate requirements. Often, I wind up making money on rebates.
Be smart - do your homework - SAVE MONEY!
First, you have to find the coupons. I suggest signing up on websites of brands you buy and stores you shop. You'll receive coupons by e-mail and announcements of specials in the days to come. Buy a Sunday paper and you'll find lots of coupons almost every week. Get yourself a file box with about 25 dividers. Label your dividers by category - Dairy, Meat, Prepared Foods, Veggies, Fruit, Salad, etc. . . Every Sunday night I cut out the current week's coupons while watching Iron Chef on Food Network (of course). Then, I sort through the entire box and throw away the expired coupons before I file the new coupons.
Second, study the store ads (department and grocery stores). Get the most for your money by using coupons to buy items when they are on sale. I like to get multiple copies of the same coupon and then stock up on items when they are on sale. To tell you the truth, if you really pay attention and use the "Register Rewards" at the grocery stores and at Walgreens, you may never pay for things like toothpaste, toothbrushes, and soap again. You'll be surprised at how quickly your savings will add up.
Third, watch for rebates. I take the time to buy the required items, save the required proof of purchase seals, and then mail in the items required. I usually use coupons to purchase the items when they are on sale, and then send in the rebate requirements. Often, I wind up making money on rebates.
Be smart - do your homework - SAVE MONEY!
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Sign up for Dierbergs Newsletter
Every week Dierbergs has a special coupon in their weekly newsletter. This week they have Dierbergs sugar for $0.99. Limit one 4 lb bag. The newsletter is packed full of information each week and a summary of the weekly specials. Follow this link and subscribe www.dierbergs.com
Tuesday's Recipe - Pumpkin Bread
I like to double this recipe and prepare two loaves at once. It's a great fall recipe and it sure doesn't last long in our house.
1 2/3 cups flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/8 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/3 cup butter (softened)
1 1/3 cups sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
2 eggs
1 cup pumpkin puree (for a double batch, use one regular 15 oz can of pumpkin)
1/3 cup cooking sherry (or water, if you prefer)
Cream butter with sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla, eggs and pumpkin. Beat well. Add flour and other dry ingredients. Add sherry. Blend until combined. Pour into greased loaf pan.
Streusel Topping
2/3 cup brown sugar
2 Tbsp butter
3 1/2 Tbsp flour
1/2 tsp ginger
Mix all streusel ingredients together. Stir until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over batter. Bake at 350 for 50 minutes.
Enjoy!
1 2/3 cups flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/8 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/3 cup butter (softened)
1 1/3 cups sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
2 eggs
1 cup pumpkin puree (for a double batch, use one regular 15 oz can of pumpkin)
1/3 cup cooking sherry (or water, if you prefer)
Cream butter with sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla, eggs and pumpkin. Beat well. Add flour and other dry ingredients. Add sherry. Blend until combined. Pour into greased loaf pan.
Streusel Topping
2/3 cup brown sugar
2 Tbsp butter
3 1/2 Tbsp flour
1/2 tsp ginger
Mix all streusel ingredients together. Stir until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over batter. Bake at 350 for 50 minutes.
Enjoy!
Tuesday Night TV
I just love Tuesday night TV! Hell's Kitchen with Chef Gordon Ramsey is one show I don't miss. It is on Fox at 7:00 p.m. I love the Chef's attitude - I always did like the bad boys. He's not bad to look at either. I wish I had the nerve to try out to compete on that show. But . . . the first time Chef would yell at me, I'd be in a puddle of tears and he'd send me home.
Chopped is on Food Network later in the night. There, four chefs compete for $10,000 by using several mystery ingredients to create first an appetizer, then an entree, and finally dessert. The mystery ingredients change for each round, and of course they are always a totally weird combination. I've learned a lot about food I've never even heard of watching that show.
I get all kinds of ideas for new food to try watching these shows. I have to admit though, not all of my experiments are a hit with the family.
Chopped is on Food Network later in the night. There, four chefs compete for $10,000 by using several mystery ingredients to create first an appetizer, then an entree, and finally dessert. The mystery ingredients change for each round, and of course they are always a totally weird combination. I've learned a lot about food I've never even heard of watching that show.
I get all kinds of ideas for new food to try watching these shows. I have to admit though, not all of my experiments are a hit with the family.
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