What a fabulous time to clean out the freezer during a major snow blizzard. To my glorious surprise under the frozen peas, popsicles and frozen dough I find a beautiful Flank Steak. No seriously my grill let alone the patio is under 4 feet- yes 4 feet of snow. That’s Central Oregon Living. So I… Read more

Easy, fast, yummy is the description on this quick dish! Perfect for after work and hungry crowds. Enjoy! 1 Package sweet Italian sausage sliced 1/2 cup chopped red pepper 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 1/2 med size sliced onion 2 peeled sliced carrot Salt pepper to taste 8 oz egg noodles 1 1/2 cup beef… Read more

Nothing like an easy recipe that wows the guest every time. When ever I have some bread tidbits, heals or left over rolls it’s the perfect time for bread pudding. add fruit you want to step it up even more. Left over eggnog or chocolate milk is grand too. Be creative with this one. 6… Read more

What’s better After a late night than football bowl games, loved ones around you and good southern grub. Bean soup in the crock pot, green chili cornbread and mustard greens with bacon! Yum. (Oh yeah- we did have our side of black eye peas! ) Crockpot white Northern bean soup Four cans of unseasoned Northern… Read more

I cant take full credit for this recipe. My sweet mother-law introduced me to the honey and teriyaki Sauce and coconut cilantro rice. So light, simple and satisfying. 1 pound ground pork unseasoned 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1/2 cup chopped carrot 1/2 cup red bell pepper 1/2 cup chopped water chestnuts Tsp minced garlic… Read more

Glorious potatoes complement any meal and what’s better than covered in a creamy cheese sauce. 3 pounds red or Yukon god potatoes sliced thin Sweet onion halved and sliced thin slivers Three tablespoons salted butter Three tablespoons flour One clove garlic minced Two cups heavy milk or canned evaporated One cup sharp cheddar 1/2 cup… Read more