Just a note to all, Brad and Danielle had a beautiful baby girl on Wednesday morning, January, 21! SHe is just adorable and they are naming her Bethany!

Okay, So I finally remembered how to get to the blog! SO here is my favorite recipe. It looks really awful but it tastes good!

Quick and easy Cassoulet

1-2 chicken breasts, cooked and chopped or 1 can chicken
1 onion chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 T oil
2 cans white beans
1/2 lb fully cooked smoked sausage, cut in 1/2 inch slices
1 can pork and beans
1/2 t thyme
Salt and pepper to taste

Saute onion and garlic in oil till tender. Stir in everything else, cover and simmer 15 min untill heated through. Makes 8 servings.

Cheddar Meat Loaf

This is Kenny's all time favorite; he always asks for this. He hasn't had it for quite a while though seeing as how I have few days when I feel up to cooking. We usually have twice baked potatoes with this meal. I hope you enjoy!

1 egg
3/4 c. milk
1 c. shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 c. quick oats
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. salt

1 lb. ground beef

2/3 c. ketchup
1/2 c. packed brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp. mustard




In a bowl beat the egg and milk. Stir in cheese, oats, onion powder, & salt. Add the beef and mix well. Shape into 2 loaves and place in greased baking dishes.(I usually only make one loaf and cook it a little longer) Combine ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Spoon over loaves. Bake, uncovered, at 350 fr 1 hour or until meat is no longer pink.

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Here is my recipe. The family loves it. Let me know if you like also!
Melinda’s Cheddar Chicken Casserole


1 ½ lb chicken breast
3 c. cooked angel hair noodles
3 green onions chopped
½ pkg. cashews
3 celery stalks chopped with tops on
2 cans cream of chicken soup
¾ c. crushed cheddar cheese crackers
¼ - 1/3 lb grated cheddar cheese

Simmer chicken, green onions and celery until tender. (25 minutes). Strain-reserving broth.
In 9X13 pan, layer noodles, cheese, chicken, nuts. Combine 2/3 c broth with soup. (I sometimes add a little more broth so it covers better.) Pour over top and add crackers. Bake uncovered 350* for 30 minutes.

Amish White Bread

Amanda, I like to use the Amish White Bread recipe from allrecipes.com. I think it has way too much sugar though, so I usually use half of what the recipe says, and I like to throw in a teaspoon of dough enhancer sometimes too. It is really good!

Bread Recipes

Hey all, I know I'm supposed to post a recipe, and I will after I think of a good one, but I am actually looking for a good white bread recipe.
I want one that is easy, has good flavor and is a heavy, dense bread.
If any of you have anything like that I would love to try it.
Thanks, Amanda

Is Anybody Out There?

I am issuing a challenge to any member of the family daring enough to admit that they look at the blog. We love checking up on everyone through links. Please post a favorite winter recipe for us to try. Please harass your family members that don't contribute. ....Yes, I will leave a recipe also, but I need to think about it. Anyone not contributing by January 25th...says the prayer at the next get together! (Please contact your family soon.) Love you...let's hear from you.