My name is Suzie. I'm married and have a son in the Army. I enjoy cooking, country life, reading and my animals, hence the name of this blog. My two German Shepherds are underfoot anytime I'm cooking ;) Oh, I'm also addicted to Food Network Channel.
Category Archives: Appetizers
Bacon Cheddar Beer Bread
I am not a baker. Not by far. I have made my friend Veronica’s beer bread a few times and have baked a few other things. Baking is not my favorite though, it intimidates me! All that measuring and stuff…lol … Continue reading
Posted in Appetizers
Tagged bacon cheddar beer bread, beer bread, cheese bread, cheesy bread, easy bread
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Ham and Gruyere Pastry with Apricot Preserves
Another lucky find on Pinterest is this recipe. I tweaked it a little bit because I cannot get fig preserves here and the original temperature was a bit too high, in my opinion. I love a grilled ham and cheese … Continue reading
Buffalo Balls (just check it out)
This is one of two Superbowl recipes I have for you before the BIG DAY! They both involve hot sauce and in ways are similar but, they are also two different creations. Instead of messy wings, that consist of orange … Continue reading
Baked Parmesan Garlic Chicken Wings
Wow! Has it really been a month since I last wrote a blog? Yes, sadly it has. I had internet connectivity problems, then all the holiday bustle and then well, I was liking being a bit lazy Since the … Continue reading
Scallion Meatballs with Soy-Ginger Glaze
Are you still searching for that last minute appetizer? Or maybe you need something for New Year’s Eve? It seems strange to type that…another year almost gone! I have a great recipe for you. It can be an appetizer but, … Continue reading
Homemade Jerky
Homemade jerky, how hard is that to make? Well it’s not hard, it’s easy folks, let me explain… You don’t need a smoker unless you really want the smoke flavor. All you need is an oven. I use both, it … Continue reading
Posted in Appetizers, Treats
Tagged beef jerky, chicken jerky, Homemde jerky, jerky, turkey jerky, venison jerky
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Dill Pickle Dip
One last minute idea for a holiday appetizer if you’re still looking for something unique and delicious. Dill pickle fans beware, this is addictive! Of course, I had to make this as a trial run, before taking it to my … Continue reading
Posted in Appetizers
Tagged appetizer, cream cheese dip, Dill Pickle Dip, dill pickles, dip, pickles
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Pineapple Ham Cheese Ball
I’ve had a lot of things going on in the past month and a half. As I said before it was kind of a rollercoaster at times. My grandson was born October 4th and my hopes to meet him at … Continue reading
