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DIY Fall Cake Stand

Do-It-Yourself projects are not my thing. I like the idea of being crafty, but let’s face it, I don’t do crafty well. For me to attempt and complete a project it has to be super easy, just a few pieces involved, and cheap to make. …

About Kellie Renfroe

Kellie and her husband Greg have been married 32 years and have four children ranging in age from 18 to 28. She co-founded Mentoring Moments for Christian Women in 2005. Kellie is a homeschooling mom who enjoys reading, studying the Bible, writing, photography, and learning how to cook.

7 Minute Icing to the Rescue

by Kellie Renfroe

For his sixth birthday party last weekend my youngest requested chocolate cupcakes with white icing. My mother was the baker and happily obliged. That is until we had a mini-crisis–she could not find her special buttercream icing recipe. Only an hour from party time, Mother …

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Jiffy Peach Cobbler

by Tracey Cagle

Jiffy pie crust mix helps make this quick and easy dessert. I got this recipe from my mother-in-law several years ago, she uses vanilla instead of the almond extract. 2 (29 oz) cans sliced peaches in heavy syrup 1 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon almond …

About Tracey Cagle

My God brought me out of a pit of my own creation and blessed me beyond my wildest dreams. I am a second wife to my high school sweetheart and mother of four. I work part-time for a market research company and full-time as chauffeur, chef, and cheerleader to the children. I am active in my church home, where I teach a women's Sunday school class and facilitate bible studies. I enjoy volunteering. I write children's stories and have been rejected by some of the most renowned publishing companies in America. My daughter tells me Dr. Seuss was rejected on 17 submissions so I still have a way to go.

Loaded Scalloped Potatoes

by Kellie Renfroe

Quick and easy, these scalloped potatoes are a marvelous side dish. My personal favorite is pairing the potatoes with either grilled beef or chicken. Since there is no milk or cream, butter bastes the potatoes as they cook for a yummy flavor. 9 x 13 …

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Artisan Bread in 5 Minutes a Day

by Molly Evert

* Affiliate links included. I recently purchased a new cookbook, and I am loving it! Artisan Bread in 5 Minutes a Day lives up to its title. The bread is crusty on the outside and succulent on the inside, and it truly takes only 5 …

About Molly Evert

Writer Molly Evert is a wife and homeschooling mom to 6 kids, who range in age from 2 to 18. She runs an educational website, My Audio School (http://www.myaudioschool.com), providing access to the best in children's audio literature. She also blogs at CounterCultural Mom (http://www.counterculturalmom.com) and CounterCultural School (http://www.counterculturalschool.com).

Emily’s Pancakes

by Guest

My grandma and mom have used this recipe and now I use it in my home. Heat griddle to 350 degrees. In a medium mixing bowl, add together 2 cups of Bisquick, 2 eggs, and 1 cup of milk. I use a whisk to mix, …

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Orange-Cucumber Salad

by Kellie Renfroe

While I’m certainly no Julie of Julia and Julie movie fame, I do enjoy cooking my way through a fun cookbook. My latest venture is Weight Watchers From Pantry to Plate picked up for $1.50 in excellent condition at Goodwill a month ago. Not one …

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Dressed-Up Baked Beans

by Kellie Renfroe

Spring grilling season is underway and one of my favorite side dishes is dressed-up canned baked beans. There isn’t a recipe per say–just a few tips and ideas for you to create your own bean masterpiece. Pour the canned beans into a baking dish. No …

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Freezer Cookbook Reviews

by Lori

Once-A-Month Cooking: A Proven System for Spending Less Time in the Kitchen & Enjoying Delicious, Homemade Once-a-Month Cooking by Mimi Wilson and Mary Beth Lagerborg. A time-saving, budget-stretching cookbook to prepare delicious meals. This is the book I started with years ago. Shopping lists are …

About Lori Lauth

Writer Lori Lauth is a stay-at-home mother of three children. She has been married 17 years. Before motherhood, Lori was a successful career woman. She mentors, teaches, and encourages ladies in her community.

30-Day Freezer Cooking Podcast Series

by Lori

30-Day Freezer Cooking: Getting Started–Episode 1 Looking for a way to save time and money? Join Lori Lauth as she explains 30-day freezer cooking. Lori discusses the three basic methods of 30-day cooking, her favorite resource cookbooks, benefits, and costs involved. This is podcast 1 …