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Becoming Julia pt. 2 + Cinnamon Sugar Scones

Becoming Julia pt. 2 + Cinnamon Sugar Scones

A few years ago, I hit the “estate sale jackpot” when I came across an estate sale at the home of a former Home Economics instructor, cookbook author & culinary whiz – Mrs. Sullivan. The moment I walked into the living room,

Julia’s Biscuits

Julia’s Biscuits

Julia Child that is – one of my all-time kitchen faves. I used to watch Julia back when the real world only had access to 6 channels :: 4, 5, 9, 13, 25 & 43. Between Julia and Bob ((please tell me you know about Bob Ross)), 

An Okie Girl’s Take on Chicken Marsala

An Okie Girl’s Take on Chicken Marsala

I am torn between 2 names for this recipe, the one listed above and “Busy Momma’s Chicken Marsala”. This recipe really is a blend of both. You see, this Okie girl has received no formal cooking training. Most of my recipes are a mix of 

Devil’s Pool Granola ((A Big Cedar Recipe))

Devil’s Pool Granola ((A Big Cedar Recipe))

I am so excited to share the recipe for the best granola I have ever tasted. Last August, the family & I traveled to Branson for a fun “last hoorah” before the start of the school year. While there, Big Cedar breakfast was one of 

German Biscuits – a VERY vintage ((and equally delicious)) recipe

German Biscuits – a VERY vintage ((and equally delicious)) recipe

One of my favorite things?? — vintage cookbooks! I have a pretty extensive collection, thanks to one of my other favorite things — estate saling. ((PS did you know there is a whole mass of people wondering what’s the correct spelling for garage/estate saling — 

Panzanella & Citrus Herb Vinaigrette — A new Sinkology recipe!

Panzanella & Citrus Herb Vinaigrette — A new Sinkology recipe!

I am happy to share my newest Sinkology recipe – it is a yummy Panzanella with a delicious triple citrus vinaigrette.

Jalapeño Lime Grilled Chicken ((my Mother’s Day Favorite!))

Jalapeño Lime Grilled Chicken ((my Mother’s Day Favorite!))

Every year, on Mother’s Day, hubby & the herd treat me to a home-cooked meal of my choice. I always choose the same thing :: Jalapeño Honey Soy Grilled Chicken. I came across this recipe’s inspiration close to 15 years ago when I was working 

4-Ingredient Frito “Salad”

4-Ingredient Frito “Salad”

I admit, there may be a liberty taken in the name of this recipe – but we’ll get to that in a minute. First, let me just say “WHEW”. Is it that time of year or what?! I honestly don’t think I have cooked a 

Peanut Butter Cake — complete with a surprise inside ((oh, and it’s in a jar))

Peanut Butter Cake — complete with a surprise inside ((oh, and it’s in a jar))

This cake recipe is another twist on my favorite White Almond Sheet Cake ((aka White Texas Sheet Cake)). I have made several versions of this recipe over the last few years, and truthfully each one is as good as the next. There is something about 

Blackberry Custard Cake – A New Sinkology Recipe!

Blackberry Custard Cake – A New Sinkology Recipe!

Blackberries and copper are a beautiful combination – don’t you agree?!

Oven Roasted Chicken with Sun-dried Tomato Cream Sauce & Bacon

Oven Roasted Chicken with Sun-dried Tomato Cream Sauce & Bacon

Over the last few years, I have become less and less interested in putting chicken on our dinner menu. There are a few reasons for this, but they all pretty much center around the word “I”.

BBQ Chicken & Blue Cheese Sfincione

BBQ Chicken & Blue Cheese Sfincione

One of my menu favorites – Sfincione!  Sfincione is  Sicilian pizza and sounds a lot more complicated than it really is. It all starts with pizza dough. I prefer homemade pizza dough and have an awesome recipe HERE. I learned how to make pizza dough