Try this carrot muffins recipe. The end result tastes like little mini carrot cakes. Yum! They are easy to make and fun to do with kids. You may even convince your picky eater that carrots aren’t so bad with this muffin recipe. They taste delicious as is. You can also turn them into carrot cake […]
Continue readingRoasting brings out the sweetness and flavor in this simple roasted carrots recipe. It’s quick and easy enough to do even for a weeknight dinner, and tastes so good that you’ll be making this dish over and over. Roasted Carrots Recipe 1 lb carrots (washed and peeled) 2 tbsp chopped parsley 1 tsp butter or […]
Continue readingA delicious cake that tastes just like the popular candy bar? I have got to try this Almond Joy cake. Almond Joy Cake Recipe 1 pkg. Chocolate cake mix with pudding 1 lg. can evaporated milk 2 ½ cups sugar (total-divided) 26 large marshmallows 1 -14 oz package coconut ½ cup (1 stick) margarine/butter 1 […]
Continue readingMy dog LOVES these! Almost Frosty Paws “Doggie Ice Cream” 32 oz. vanilla yogurt 1 large mashed banana (or a large jar of baby food banana) 2 Tablespoons of peanut butter 2 Tablespoons of honey Blend together and freeze in small Dixie Cups or plastic “take out” containers. If using Dixie Cups, just peel away […]
Continue readingDon’t let the flavor combination put you off. This carrot ginger soup recipe is delicious and perfect for a hot summer day. It is best served chilled. I usually make a batch early in the morning (or even the night before) and then take it out of the fridge for lunch. It also makes a […]
Continue readingThis simple candied carrots recipe turns into ordinary root vegetables into a delicious treat. These are wonderful with any type of pork or chicken dish. I’m planning on making them for the holidays as well. Candied Carrots 12 medium sized carrots 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1/2 tsp allspice Wash […]
Continue readingReady to “dress up” your carrots. Instead of serving them just steamed for dinner, give this carrot souffle recipe a try. It’s surprisingly simple and frugal, but will surely impress your family or dinner guests. Carrot Souffle Recipe 1 lb carrots (about 5 large carrots) 5 tbsp softened butter 3 eggs 1 cup Parmesan cheese […]
Continue readingJuly 21st, 2010 Editorial Hello again and welcome to another edition of the Hillbilly Housewife Newsletter. We all want to save money on our family’s budget. There are a lot of little tips, tricks, and ideas to do that, but there’s one area that has probably the best return-on-investment you can get for your effort. […]
Continue readingIf you find yourself sitting in a cozy little diner somewhere in the South in your travels, don’t be alarmed when you hear voices start to rise in hot debate. Passionate debates are not uncommon here in the South, especially when it comes to those things we hold near and dear to our heart. So […]
Continue reading1 (5 lb.) pork should roast or butt roast dry rub: 2 Tbsp. brown sugar 1 Tbsp. paprika 1 Tbsp. cayenne pepper 2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 3 small yellow onions cut into large wedges sauce: 1 cup apple cider vinegar 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce 1/2 Tbsp. honey 1/2 Tbsp. Dijon […]
Continue readingI bought a alb sirloin from a local farmer for super cheap and was craving it so big time thought we’d eat it all. But by the time I cooked it i was kind of over it so there’s a ton left over. I can’t think of a thing to do with it! Any good […]
Continue readingI’m looking for dishes that feature beans and/or vegetables but do not contain any processed ingredients (premade or convenience foods) or soy products (tofu, TVP, fake meat). I am trying to show my daughters how to cook nutritious meals with ingredients we either grow or make ourselves. Much Thanks, Geeta Disclosure: Some of the links […]
Continue readingIf you have kids and/or pets, carpet stains are nothing new for you. Over the years I’ve tried all sorts of different cleaning products. Here are my favorite homemade carpet cleaner recipes. One of the things I like best about these is that they do not contain a bunch of chemicals. We do a lot […]
Continue readingOne of the things I like best about my kitchen is the big mirror backsplash behind my stove. It works great and is easy to clean, but I do use glass cleaner on a daily basis on it. It’s not very expensive when you get the store brand version, but I can not stand the […]
Continue readingOver the years we’ve spent a small fortune on drain cleaner products. I had no idea it was so easy to make homemade drain cleaner or that it worked so well. Homemade Drain Cleaner Recipe 1 box of baking soda vinegar Get a small box of baking soda and pour about half of it down […]
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