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Navy Bean (or any bean) Soup – In the Instant Pot

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This is the same soup that is served up every day in the U.S. Senate. It has been a Congressional tradition for centuries. 1 ham bone7 cups water1… Read More »

Homemade Tortillas – So Easy

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Homemade Tortillas are easy to make. You can make a batch and keep them in the refrigerator or freeze them until ready to use. Reheat in the toaster… Read More »

Gianna’s Pretzels for Kids – No boiling and no rising!

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Gianna is a baking rock star. She made these beautiful, tasty, pretzels with me over Facetime. They are very kid friendly. 1 package instant yeast¾ cup warm water1… Read More »

Olive Garden Breadsticks

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It’s so nice to be able to make the restaurant food we enjoy at home. For the dough: 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons warm water 1 1/2 teaspoons… Read More »

Turkish Flat Bread – Super Easy

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This flat bread is easy to make, and tasty. Brushed with olive oil, sprinkled with salt and chopped parsley, it also makes a great snack with a yogurt… Read More »

Cauliflower Soup – Makes you want more!

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It surprised me how good this simple soup is. So easy to make, and especially good on a cold, wintry day. 2 Tbs olive oil 2 tsp. chopped… Read More »

Gluten Free Dinner Rolls – Who Knew?

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These are the best gluten free bread of any type I have tried. 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar 1/2 cup milk (heated to… Read More »

Gluten Free Popovers

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These popovers don’t rise quite as high as wheat popovers, but they are still delicious. 1 cup (156g) King Arthur GF baking flour 1/4 teaspon xanthan gum 1/2… Read More »

Donuts! Better than Krispy Kreme and Dunkin!

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These donuts couldn’t be easier, and will send you into nirvana! My mother used to make them for me as a kid a LONG time ago. 1 can… Read More »

Ham Kluskies – Lithuanian Pierogi

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This recipe is from my Lithuanian mother in law. Ground ham inside a sturdier pierogi with melted butter. My husband’s all time favorite childhood food. The first step… Read More »