Articles Written By: Karen Ekstrom
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by Mary Claire Ekstrom My dad thought they were so good he ate THREE before dinner! Ingredients 1 cup Crisco ¼ cup softened butter 1 cup sugar 1 cup brown…Read more
The Best Spinach and Kale Lasagna Recipe!
In honor of the people who don’t like red sauce Italian dishes.
Here is the BEST Spinach and Kale Lasagna!!
All In A Days Work If You’re A Cowboy/Hero
The phone rang at 7:23 a.m. "Kathy, you said you wanted to come. There's a baby being born. But the mom - she's struggling. Probably going to have to pull…Read more
Gramma Quetta’s Cinnamon Rolls
Hot, Sugary & Delicious
A family that bakes together, stays together! Quetta started a family tradition. Making cinnamon rolls to be enjoyed on Christmas morning. She gathered all the kids and everyone helped! Now, even…Read more
How To Potty Train A Boy In A Day — Really!
“Honey, I’m home.” Henry’s voice echoed through the house. “We’re in the bathroom.” I yelled, trying not to sound aggravated. Then I slopped the mop back across the bathroom floor.…Read more
World’s Best Chicken Piccata Recipe
By Mary Claire Ekstrom Ingredients 4 (6-8 Oz.) Chicken Breasts, halved 2 cups all-purpose flour Salt Pepper 6 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 clove of garlic, minced 1 cup chicken stock…Read more
Give Your Child A Fairy Godmother… Here’s How!
“Sweetie?” Susan’s mother turned off the kitchen faucet and walked to her daughter. Bent down and kissed her hair. “I’ve watched you crisscross the house five times since you came home from school. And you keep sticking your finger into the door latch, only to turn around and huff off.” She stopped and cocked her head. “What’s going on in that wonderful little brain of yours?”
“I’m waiting for a note from my Fairy Godmother.” Susan peered into the little door hole again and sighed. Her eyebrows knit into a knot of despair. “I know I have one. All the books and movies say so. But, I’ve never heard from mine.”
The World’s Best Fajitas
Fajitas With Sizzle!
Quick and Easy Chicken Divan
This is the quickest, easiest, best Chicken Divan ever! Make it ahead of time. Use your leftover turkey, if you want. It's a great dinner for your family and guests!…Read more
Best Ribeye Roast Recipe! A Cattle Rancher’s Recipe!
I live on a Texas Cattle Ranch. We hold our beef to a higher standard. It must be tender, and full of flavor. Plus, a Ribeye Roast is an expensive cut…Read more