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Cynthia Haviland

One-Skillet Pork Chops Mushroom Cream Sauce

November 7, 2017 by Cynthia Haviland

pork chops with mushroom gravy

I love to cook.  I love the creative process of planning a meal and putting it together.  The clean-up, however, is not my favorite.  So I am always on the hunt for recipes that I can put together using as few dishes as possible, especially on busy weekdays.  My cast-iron skillet is often my go-to choice to take a recipe from stove to table using the least … [Read more...] about One-Skillet Pork Chops Mushroom Cream Sauce

Teriyaki Spinach Pasta Salad With Pine Nuts

October 27, 2017 by Cynthia Haviland

Spinach Pasta Salad Recipe

I am always looking for tasty ideas to bring to gatherings.  I have a few prerequisites: the dish must be portable and the dish must be easy to put together. If I do make it out of the house after 7 PM, I'm usually in a rush after running the homework, dinner gauntlet. I like pasta salad because it can be made in advance and does not require heating up. This spinach pasta salad … [Read more...] about Teriyaki Spinach Pasta Salad With Pine Nuts

Spicy Butternut Squash Turkey Chili Recipe

September 30, 2017 by Cynthia Haviland

butternut squash turkey chili recipe

The veggie gods have smiled upon me.  My little garden has produced a bumper crop of butternut squash.  Now what on earth am I going to do with it all? We have baked, roasted, grilled and blended squash this month, but I think my favorite use so far is to make this Spicy Butternut Squash Turkey Chili Recipe. Adding butternut squash to turkey chili is a great way to … [Read more...] about Spicy Butternut Squash Turkey Chili Recipe

Easy Soft Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

September 23, 2017 by Cynthia Haviland

easy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Fall is here, Ya'll!  I know I'm not the only one who loves this time of year.  Leaves are subtly beginning to pick up their autumn tones. The angle of the sun adds a brilliance to crisp, blue Fall skies. But most importantly pumpkins are everywhere!  It is a great time of year to enjoy some easy pumpkin chocolate chip cookies. You cannot deny the versatility and health … [Read more...] about Easy Soft Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Delicious Korean BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe

September 15, 2017 by Cynthia Haviland

Korean BBQ Chicken Thighs

I love grilling and I definitely love BBQ. I'm trying to use my grill to the fullest in these last few weeks of summer.  Being from the South, I'm familiar with many tangy, spicy, and zesty BBQ sauces.  This summer, I came up with a Korean BBQ sauce which adds a delicious twist to southern-style sauces.  I use chicken thighs in this recipe because I find they … [Read more...] about Delicious Korean BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe

Teaching Kids Gardening: Tips And Tricks

May 19, 2017 by Cynthia Haviland

teaching kids gardening

The birds are chirping, the grass is growing, and the bees are buzzing; it is time to do some gardening!  I don't think there is anything more satisfying then going out to your own garden and picking your own fruits and vegetables.  Gardening is one of my favorite outdoor family activities and it is a great way to get your kids outside and connected with nature.   Teaching kids … [Read more...] about Teaching Kids Gardening: Tips And Tricks

This Slow Cooker Chicken Stock Recipe Will Become A Staple

May 4, 2017 by Cynthia Haviland

homemade chicken stock

Chicken stock is a regular staple in my kitchen.  I throw chicken stock in with veggies, soups, and stews.  Homemade chicken stock has a rich, silky flavor that adds a special touch to dishes.  Making your own chicken stock is a simple way to make use of ingredients you already have on hand.  I roast a brined chicken at least once a week.  If … [Read more...] about This Slow Cooker Chicken Stock Recipe Will Become A Staple

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