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Oatmeal Cookie Waffles

Life has been feeling a little crazy these days. Am I the only mom who is feeling like she is treading water this summer and not getting anything really completed?  I find myself in a state of collapse at the … Continue reading

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Deliciously Easy Raisin Bran Muffins

Entertaining in the morning can be tough and requires a little bit of planning on my part. I love hosting our monthly book club meeting though and try to make a yummy treat to go along with the coffee and … Continue reading

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Homemade Bunny Bread

When I see cake pans at the thrift store, I can’t resist picking them up, even if I have nothing in mind to do with them. This bunny-shaped pan was $2 at Goodwill and has been gathering dust in my … Continue reading

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Fluffy and Light Pumpkin Pancakes

I experienced quite the thrill this week at the grocery store and found a fully stocked aisle filled with canned pumpkin. Are these shortages real or do they do this to inflict pain on those of us intent on doing … Continue reading

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Notebook Experiments: Can I Make Apple Cider Syrup?

Experiment: Can I switch up the Sunday routine and make a batch of apple cider syrup? Experiment Taken From: Notebook Entry 07.15.09 Materials Needed: Please see goodLife{eats} for specific directions on how to make this delicious apple cider syrup. I … Continue reading

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Deliciously Spiced Pumpkin Waffles

It is that time of year again- hurray! Pumpkin eating is in the air as soon as my calendar flips to September. If there is a better fall ingredient in the world, I don’t know what it is! I couldn’t … Continue reading

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Fresh Blueberry Pancake Syrup On Homemade Waffles

I sincerely hope you love blueberries because I am afraid it is blueberry week on my blog. We brought home a ton of fresh berries that were dying to be poured on top of some deliciously light waffles this week. … Continue reading

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Notebook Experiment: Can I Make Yummy Homemade Bread?

Experiment: Can I make yummy homemade bread? Experiment Taken From: Notebook Entry 04.15.09 Materials Needed: Please see Dine & Dish for the full instructions. I followed the instructions exactly. I did have to add about 1/4 cup extra flour because … Continue reading

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Notebook Experiments: Can I Make Waffles That Are Light As Air?

Experiment: Can I make waffles that are as light as air? Experiment Taken From: Notebook Entry 02.25.09 Materials Needed: Please see Serious Eats for the full instructions. Results: I loved all your feedback last week on my failed pretzel experience. … Continue reading

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Play It Again, Momma: Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Growing up, one of my favorite Saturday treats was a Pillsbury Cinnamon Roll. My mom would make these for us on Saturdays and we always fought over the ones that had the most frosting. Sadly, it was such a thrill … Continue reading

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