Believe in the Magic Traci Diary

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  • Pinto Beans and Ham

    Last winter, I found this recipe and cooked it several times.  The last time I made it, both boys gave it a thumbs up.  I enjoy this recipe because it makes a lot, stretches a buck, and is made in the… Continue reading

    Pinto Beans and Ham

  • November Meals

    Week of November 1 – (I have parent-teacher conferences on Monday and Wednesday, so hubby has to cook.  It needs to be easy meals that I know the boys will eat.) Week of November 8 Week of November 15 Week… Continue reading

  • Menu Planning Monday – Week of October 25, 2010

    Monday – lemon basil pasta, cheddar bay biscuits, salad Tuesday – pinto beans and ham, cornbread (freezer) Wednesday – Monterrey chicken quesadillas for adults, cheese quesadillas for children, veggies Thursday – molasses chicken (freezer), noodles or rice side dish, veggies… Continue reading

  • Peanut Butter Blossoms

    This is my third week of posting Christmas cookie recipes. This week’s recipe is another favorite of the Imaginative One. My mother-in-law adores these. What’s not to love about them? Peanut butter and chocolate is delicious together. Peanut Butter Blossoms… Continue reading

  • Sweet and salty Halloween treats

    I found this “recipe” on This Mommy Cooks’ blog, so I decided to make them take to church for our fellowship time.  These treats were gone quickly.  In fact, my hubby came over looking for some and couldn’t find any… Continue reading

  • Roasted Kielbasa Dinner

    I saw this recipe on Rachael Ray’s talk show about a month ago. I knew it would be an instant hit for my family, so I put it on my October menu plan. Boy was I correct (as the Wee… Continue reading

  • Menu Planning Monday – Week of October 18

    I’m off of work this week!!!  A few of the meals take longer to fix than our usual meals.  I usually have meals on the table by 5 o’clock so my hubby can have dinner before going to work.  I’m excited… Continue reading

  • Snickerdoodles

    This is another Christmas cookie recipe. The Imaginative One loves these. In fact, this is one of his top two favorite Christmas or year-round cookies. I know he will have a big old smile when I make these. Last December, I… Continue reading

  • Menu planning Monday – week of October 11

    Monday – porcupine meatballs, homemade applesauce, corn, homemade pumpkin bread Tuesday – creamy caesar chicken pasta, garlic bread, veggies Wednesday – pork chops with peppers and onions, veggies, rice Thursday – potato soup Friday – chicken nuggets, French fries, raw… Continue reading

  • Mock Thin Mints

    I’ve baked cookies or made candy for the past ten years for Christmas. It is a tradition that was started by my grandma and mom. I remember past Christmases when they made various types of cookies and candy. They would… Continue reading