Our Good Life: September 2016

Posted by Terri Steffes / 30 September 2016 /

Homemade Christmas!

Homemade Christmas!

My Christmas blog has a wonderful special that I want to share here: A wonderful set of hand knitted hat patterns (six!) plus a great deal ...

Posted by Terri Steffes / 28 September 2016 / dinner

Pollo con Jalapeños Acristalamiento y Pimientos Rojos, Verdes y Naranjas

<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The movie Frida was the subject of this month's <a href="http://foodnflix.blogspot.com/">Food 'n' Flix</a>.  This is a beautiful film that makes you uncomfortable in many ways, but ultimately finds you in a place between passion for her work or deeply sorrowful for the painful life she led.  Thanks to our hostess, Debra at <a href="http://eliotseats.com/2016/09/01/frida/">Eliot's Eats</a> for this wonderful selection!</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The movie has interesting cinematography, weaving a story about a young, passionate, full-of-life girl who is tragically injured in an accident that keeps her in constant pain, a "Yellow Submarine" type of cartoon that pops up randomly here and there, and a eloquent musical of beautiful ethnic music.  I knew of Frida, but did not understand her work, the movie was wonderful in helping understand what she was painting and why.</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The movie moves between her pain, her politics, her tempestuous marriage, her husband's betrayals, and her art, not so much in a seamless manner, but in one that jerks you into the reality of the time.  The movie starts in the 1920s and moves through the 1950s. The costuming is wonderful and the way the director pieces the film together is brilliant.</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Two Oscars were won for this film, one for Best Musical and another for Best Make Up but Salma Hayek was nominated as Best Actress. </span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Personally, I loved Ashley Judd's role, too.</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The film had a few food scenes, but the one that inspired me was the big sit down meal when Leon Trotsky (played by Geoffry Rush) comes to stay with them when things get heated between him and Stalin.  The lavish food scene is beautiful.</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I named this simple dish in Spanish to capture its beautiful artistry of multi color peppers and succulent chicken.  The dish is made separately and then combined, much like the meal served at the table in Mexico.  </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 orange bell pepper, seeded and sliced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2 T candied jalapenos</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 onion, sliced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 large carrot, shredded</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2 T grapeseed oil (can use olive oil, too)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">salt and pepper</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Fox Pointe seasoning (Vom Faas)</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Saute vegetables in oil until tender, seasoning with salt and pepper, and Fox Pointe seasoning.  Plate the vegetables, layer chicken on top, and top with the candied jalapenos.  Serve.</span><br />
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Pollo con Jalapeños Acristalamiento y Pimientos Rojos, Verdes y Naranjas

The movie Frida was the subject of this month's Food 'n' Flix . This is a beautiful film that makes you uncomfortable in many w...

Posted by Terri Steffes / 26 September 2016 / fall decorations

Beautiful Fall Wreaths to Grace Your Home

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Have you ever wondered why we place a wreath on the door in the fall?  The story starts in ancient Greece, where farmers would take strands of their crops, mostly wheat, and braid or weave them with red and white yarns and place on their door in thanksgiving for the crop.  The Greeks believed that the wreath would protect them from plagues and crop failures and as a symbol of that good luck, was hung for the whole year.  The typical shape is round, to represent eternity, or eternal gratitude.<br />
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In Europe, in the early days, the wreath was the identity of the home, much like house numbers are today.  Each wreath was a unique combination of flowers and plants, usually grown in their own greenhouses.  What a fun way to identify homes:  head south on the road, pass the Rose Wreath, until you get to the Lily Wreath.  Turn left, the first house with the Daisy Wreath is what you're looking for!  (how fun!)<br />
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At Christmas, the wreath is round for eternity and evergreens are used as they represent strength. The traditional colors of green and red have meaning, too.  The red is the blood of Christ and the green is for the continuation of life.<br />
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 I love learning new things!  Now, look below, which are your favorites?<br />
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.abeautifulmess.com/2015/11/cranberry-wreath-diy-contest.html">Cranberry
Wreath</a> – by A Beautiful Mess<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.kenarry.com/diy-summer-burlap-wreath/">Burlap Wreath with
Accent Ribbon</a> – by Kennary<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://lilluna.com/tutorial-tuesday-monogram-wreath/">Monogram Wreath</a>
– by Lil’ Luna<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.positivelysplendid.com/2014/09/fall-wreath-decor.html">Elegant
Autumn Wreath</a> – by Positively Splendid<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://craftsbyamanda.com/colored-denim-scrap-wreath/">Colored Denim
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="https://liagriffith.com/make-a-diy-paper-hydrangea-wreath-for-fall/">Paper
Hydrangea Wreath</a> –by Lia Griffith<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.uncommondesignsonline.com/glittered-fall-leaves-wreath-with-art-glitter/">Glittered
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2010/12/when-non-crafting-junker-crafts-for.html">Canning
Lid Wreath</a> – by Funky Junk Interiors<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://knickoftime.net/2013/03/book-page-wreath.html">Book Page Wreath</a>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.burlapandblue.com/2015/11/04/fall-paper-leaf-wreath-a-tutorial/">Fall
Paper Leaf Wreath</a> – by Burlap and Blue<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.ribbonsandglue.com/clothespin-wreath.html#.V5dzkbgrLIU">Whimsical
Clothespin  Wreath</a> – by Ribbons and
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://simplydesigning.porch.com/fall-hydrangea-wreath/">Fall Hydrangea
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://nemcsokfarms.com/diy-autumn-burlap-wreath">Burlap and Yarn Ruffle
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.skiptomylou.org/fall-wreath-idea/">Fall Pumpkin Wreath</a> –
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://savedbylovecreations.com/2012/10/black-licorice-wreath-diy.html">Black
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Beautiful Fall Wreaths to Grace Your Home

Have you ever wondered why we place a wreath on the door in the fall? The story starts in ancient Greece, where farmers would take stran...

Posted by Terri Steffes / 22 September 2016 / Dessert , Pumpkin

Amazing things to make with Pumpkin!

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Pumpkin is such a wonderful ingredient to work with in recipes.  The mild but distinct flavor makes it a fall favorite, since fall is traditionally pumpkin harvesting season!  Pumpkin is also an easy ingredient to purchase, being available all year in canned varieties.  My personal favorite of canned pumpkin is Libby's.  Libby's pumpkin is made from pumpkins in Illinois, a specific type of pumpkin, and has a slightly sweet yet pumpkiny goodness that I love.  It is also very consistent can to can, which I have found not to be true in other brands.<br />
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I am writing this in a separate paragraph for a reason:  DO NOT confuse CANNED PUMPKIN PIE MIX with canned pumpkin.  The pie mix is much more runny and has various spices and more sugar than what you might want in your recipe. <br />
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Pumpkin pie puree is fairly easy to make yourself if you are willing to spend a bit of time.  I learned how from the <a href="http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/make-your-own-pumpkin-puree/" rel="nofollow">Pioneer Woman</a> YEARS ago.  It is fairly easy and it is so delicious.  Use pie pumpkins. That's what they are for. <br />
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However you choose to get your puree, try some of these recipes to satisfy your pumpkin urges this fall.  You will be glad you did.<br />
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/pumpkin_biscotti/">Pumpkin Biscotti</a>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://nemcsokfarms.com/fresh-pumpkin-fudge">Pumpkin Fudge</a> – by
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.thegunnysack.com/pumpkin-pie-bars/">Pumpkin Pie Bars</a> –by
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.abeautifulmess.com/2015/11/chipotle-pumpkin-veggie-enchiladas.html">Chipotle
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://lilluna.com/no-bake-pumpkin-cheesecakes/">No Bake Pumpkin
Cheesecakes</a> – by Lil’ Luna<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.crazyforcrust.com/2015/11/pumpkin-cookie-pie/">Pumpkin Cookie
Pie</a> – by Crazy for Crust<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://delightfulemade.com/2015/09/09/white-chocolate-pumpkin-spice-latte/">White
Chocolate Pumpkin Spice Latte</a> – by Delightful E Made<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.handletheheat.com/pumpkin-scones/">Pumpkin Scones</a> – by
Handle the Heat<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://ourbestbites.com/2014/10/swirled-pumpkin-cheesecake-brownies/">Swirled
Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies</a> – by Our Best Bites<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.realfoodwholelife.com/blog/creamy-pumpkin-hummus">Creamy
Pumpkin Hummus</a> – by Real Food Whole Life<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.thekitchenismyplayground.com/2015/10/easy-no-bake-chocolate-pumpkin-icebox.html">No
Bake Chocolate Pumpkin Icebox Cake</a> – by the Kitchen is My Playground<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://www.fivehearthome.com/2015/10/08/pumpkin-pie-smoothie-healthy-oat-smoothie/">Pumpkin
Pie Smoothies</a> – by Five Heart Home<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://homecookingmemories.com/coconut-pumpkin-granola/">Coconut Pumpkin
Granola</a> – by Home Cooking Memories<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://totallythebomb.com/pumpkin-spice-turtles">Pumpkin Spice Turtles</a>
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<span lang="EN-CA"><a href="http://domesticate-me.com/pumpkin-spice-rice-krispie-treat-bites/">Pumpkin
Spice Rice Krispy Treats</a> – by Domesticate Me<o:p></o:p></span></div>

Amazing things to make with Pumpkin!

Pumpkin is such a wonderful ingredient to work with in recipes. The mild but distinct flavor makes it a fall favorite, since fall is t...

Posted by Terri Steffes / 21 September 2016 / book review , books

September Reads

I love reading.<br />
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It takes me on adventures that I know I will never go myself, such as living a homeless life, or that of a drug addict, or living in a 400 sq ft cabin off the grid.  Those experiences aren't for me yet, I long to know what it is like for people living in those situations.  The same for the book I just read called Hannah's Choice by Jan Drexler. <br />
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The book is a historical romance about an Amish family making a hard decision to move west.  A sweet romance between Amish youth, family love, a ill pregnant woman, and a rescue, along with horse thieves and murderers, this book has a little bit for everyone!  The book engages you to sit down at the campfire, eat a little something, and plan for your future with some of the most kind people you will ever meet.  The characters are strong, caring, a bit willful, human and and God fearing.  The story is a page turner.  The author's evident research makes the story believable and interesting.  The characters are facing exciting times at the end, which I hope means there will be future stories about them to read!<br />
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I finished a nonfiction CAT book called Kit Kat and Lucy by Lonnie Hull DuPont.  Lonnie is an award wining poet, book editor and writer.  She is a member of the Cat Writers Association and lives in Michigan with her husband and their cats.  I loved this memoir of a woman, who after living a successful life as a poet in San Francisco, moves to the countryside of Michigan to be near her family.  During this time, two cats find themselves in the home of Lonnie and her husband and the adventures begin!<br />
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If you are a cat lover, you will read this book from beginning to end and find yourself nodding yes all the way through.  Even Lonnie's quirky habits about her cats (over worrying, long rambling passages about why she keeps her cats indoors) do not diminish the hilarious antics of her Russian Blue and the tortoiseshell cat.  There's a couple of stories about vets she didn't like for reasons that, I think, were simply personal, and made me a bit uncomfortable. Overall, however, this book will please cat lovers everywhere!<br />
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Other September recommended reads:<br />
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The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena  (think: Girl on the Train)<br />
My Grandmother asked me to tell you she's sorry by Fredrik Backman<br />
Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver<br />
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What books have you read this month?</div>

September Reads

I love reading. It takes me on adventures that I know I will never go myself, such as living a homeless life, or that of a drug addict, or...

Posted by Terri Steffes / 15 September 2016 / gardening

#BBColorOurWorld~Black

I am proud to be a part of a group of bloggers called Blooming Bloggers.  We meet on Facebook to discuss blogging issues and to support one another with social media.  Our common ground is gardening (see what I did there?  common <i><span style="color: lime;">ground</span>) </i>and we also support each other through that as well.<br />
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We came up with the idea of a monthly series of posts centered around colors.  A garden's favorite thing to do is to use color to accent or highlight or to make someone say, "Wow!"  Colors permeate through much of what we do all throughout life as well, so you will get the chance to see a variety of posts all focus on one specific color for the month.<br />
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In September we chose black.  If nothing, gardeners are fearless.<br />
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I knew we were starting strong and with quite a challenge, but you will see that these bloggers rose to the challenge, so without further ado, let me introduce you to each blogger and their post this month.<br />
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Say hi to Teri Schuler from <a href="http://www.thefreshmancook.com/2016/09/midnight-whoopie-pies.html">The Freshman Cooks</a>.  Teri made these delicious Midnight Black Whoopie Pies.  Don't they look divine?  I swear, I almost picked up my keys and drove to house (in North Carolina) to get one!<br />
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Next up is Lynne Cherot from <a href="http://sensiblegardening.com/gardening-with-black/">Sensible Gardening</a>.  Lynne wrote up the most comprehensive post on black flowers.  These babies are nothing short of gorgeous and what beautiful bouquets they would make for you!<br />
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Shoshi Brandt from <a href="http://www.bloomingsecrets.com/blog/the-year-in-color-theres-just-something-about-black">Blooming Secrets</a> also shows us how to incorporate black into the garden with a variety of plants, blooming and nonblooming, that feature the color black.  Shoshi reminds us that black can be combined with many colors to create a striking arrangement in the garden.<br />
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I love visiting Renee Fuller's blog <a href="http://www.thegardenfrogboutique.com/2016/09/5-reasons-why-every-room-needs-something-black/">The Gardening Frog </a>because she likes to mix it up on her blog, posting a variety of interesting articles on a wide variety of topics.  Her post on incorporating a touch of black in home decorating is sure to inspire you as you decorate your own home.<br />
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Then there's me.  You will remember that recently I posted about the Black Swallowtail Butterfly that has made residence at our home in the blog post <a href="http://www.terristeffes.com/2016/09/the-black-swallowtail-butterfly-is.html">here.</a><br />
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I hope you enjoyed our round up on the color black. Next month we will feature the color ORANGE and we will post our round up on the third Thursday in October.  Looking forward to seeing you then!<br />
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Posted by Terri Steffes / 14 September 2016 / sides

Smashed Broccoli #UltimateRecipeChallenge

Smashed Broccoli is one of the most versatile side dishes on the planet.  It is easy, delicious and its beautiful green color adds brightness to your plate.<br />
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The #UltimateRecipeChallenge is a fun event designed to inspire us to use a specific ingredient and then create a recipe to share on our link day!  This month our fearless leader, Kim Six from The Kim Six Fix challenged us to use broccoli.  Like she stated in our challenge information, <span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.32px;"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; line-height: 19.32px;">"</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; line-height: 19.32px;">I know broccoli isn't the 'sexiest' ingredient.. but that is what will make this link up unique!"</span></span><br />
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This was the perfect choice for me because I have been wanting to make up a broccoli mash.  Ever since the cauliflower mash craze, I have been making mashes from all kinds of vegetables and loving each and every one.  Broccoli mash was no exception!<br />
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Posted by Terri Steffes / 13 September 2016 / butterflies , Garden

The Black Swallowtail Butterfly is living at my house!

Last year my husband put in a butterfly garden for me.  With the help of one of his colleagues, Sue, we put in a variety of native Missouri plants.  Last year they greened up a bit and the rabbits ended up eating some, so we wired a fence around the garden and this year the plants did very well.  So well, in fact, that we are seeing some butterflies!<br />
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The first butterfly I noticed was the Black Swallowtail Butterfly.  I happened to see it first while on my front porch visiting with my neighbor, Tina.  I tried, unsuccessfully, to get her to land on my finger so I could look at her closely.  My second sighting was in my backyard.  I grabbed my cell phone and captured a few images and with the help of Sue, was able to identify the butterfly!<br />
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The Black Swallowtail has a number of names, <span style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman", Times, serif; font-size: 16px;">American swallowtail, parsnip swallowtail, parsley swallowtail, celeryworm, and caraway worm (Miller 1992).</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman", Times, serif; font-size: 16px;">  It is a common butterfly, but I wasn't sure that I had ever noticed one before. </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "Times New Roman", Times, serif; font-size: 16px;">The black swallowtail is found throughout southern Canada, most of the eastern and mid-western United States west to the Rocky Mountains, and southwest into Arizona and northern Mexico.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, Times, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">One can tell the males from the females by looking at the wings.  On the upper part of the wings the two rows of yellow spots are large on the males and smaller and lighter in females.  The part between the rows of spots is iridescent blue on the females.  </span></span><br />
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Posted by Terri Steffes / 12 September 2016 / avocado , sides

Grilled Pineapple Guacamole #SecretRecipeClub

The <a href="http://secret-recipe-club.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Secret Recipe Club</a> is a group of people who love to cook.  Each month we are given a blog to go to and to find a recipe we want to make.  We post our chosen recipe and introduce you to the blog!  It's a lot of fun and I enjoy getting to know some new bloggers.  We are organized by the ever lovely Camilla from <a href="http://culinary-adventures-with-cam.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Culinary Adventures with Camilla.</a><br />
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This month I was assigned to <a href="http://cheesecurdinparadise.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Cheese Curd In Paradise</a>.  The curator for this blog is Ashley, who lives in Wisconsin *got it!!! and is a mom to two littles. <br />
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I loved looking through her blog.  She posts many of her <a href="http://cheesecurdinparadise.blogspot.com/2016/08/weekly-meal-plan-815-821.html" target="_blank">Weekly Meal Plans</a> and I am sure some of my other blogger friends and readers would be into seeing what a busy mom does to eat at home!  I also found these <a href="http://cheesecurdinparadise.blogspot.com/2016/07/dilly-dust-deviled-eggs-cookoutweek.html" target="_blank">Dilly Dust Deviled Eggs</a> and this <a href="http://cheesecurdinparadise.blogspot.com/2013/02/recipe-swap-crustless-quiche-lorraine.html" target="_blank">Crustless Quiche</a>.  Both which will be on my future menus!</div>
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The recipe that took me in, that said, Make Me, Make Me, was this <a href="http://cheesecurdinparadise.blogspot.com/2016/07/grilled-pineapple-guacamole-guacsquad12.html" target="_blank">Grilled Pineapple Guacamole.</a>  When I saw this, I blinked twice and thought, "where have you been all of my life?"  I am huge avocado fan. Check out these past posts:  <a href="http://www.terristeffes.com/2016/07/strawberry-avocado-salsa.html" target="_blank">Strawberry Avocado Salad</a>, <a href="http://www.terristeffes.com/2015/02/good-for-you-chocolate-mousse.html" target="_blank">Good for You Mousse</a>, <a href="http://www.terristeffes.com/2016/02/breakfast-salad-sundaysupper.html" target="_blank">Breakfast Salad</a>, <a href="http://www.terristeffes.com/2015/02/quick-and-easy-hummus.html" target="_blank">Avocado Hummus</a>, and so many others!  </div>
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Posted by Terri Steffes / 09 September 2016 / fall decorations , home decor

Using my Three Tier Tray for Fall Decor

I have wanted to purchase a three tier tray for some time now, but I hadn't found the one I really wanted.  I found some pretty ones, the ones made with china plates that were dainty and perfect for cookies and tea, I found some rustic ones that were cute but didn't go with my decor, and then today, I found this lovely wood and silver tray that fit my needs beautifully. <br />
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I am using it on my dining room table with candles and a sweet chalkboard I found.  I love that it goes so well with my new chandelier.  I am happy with the rustic wood bowels and the shiny silver poles.  I think it looks fantastic on my table.<br />
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Posted by Terri Steffes / 07 September 2016 / breakfast

Heath Bar and Banana Pancakes #FoodieExtravaganza

The American pancake is derived from the Johnny Cake and the Hoe Cake, both made with milk, molasses and "Indian meal."  Eggs were added but then called Slapjacks.  Whatever and however today's pancake arrived, I am so glad it did.  I am also very happy that our host for Foodie Extravaganza, Caroline Williams, choose pancakes for us!<br />
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Pancakes are a blank slate when it comes to the varieties that can be made.  The simple batter allows for all kinds of additives and that's exactly what I did here.  This pancake came about because I had crushed Heath bars in my pantry and bananas on my countertop!<br />
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Mix together pancake mix, milk and egg.  Let rest 10 minutes. Preheat skillet.  If water droplets dance on the surface, it is ready for frying.  If desired, add a little butter to the pan and melt.  Add in Heath bar crumbles and chopped banana.  Fold into batter.  Use 1/4 c measuring cup and pour into center of pan.  Let edges bubble and turn opaque.  Turn.  Let pancake rise (do not push down!)  Let look until edges look dry.  Remove to plate.  Repeat, until all batter is used or until you have the number of pancakes you want.</div>
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See more pancake ideas for this month's Foodie Extravaganza below, hosted by Caroline of <a href="http://www.carolinescooking.com/">Caroline's Cooking</a>. If you are a blogger and would like to join our group and blog along with us, come join our Facebook page <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/633033643447482/" target="_blank">Foodie Extravaganza</a>. We would love to have you! If you’re a spectator looking for delicious tid-bits check out our <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/summerscraps/foodie-extravaganza/" target="_blank">Foodie Extravaganza Pinterest Board</a>! Looking for our previous parties? Check them out <a href="http://fromgatetoplate.com/foodie-extravaganza-party/" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</div>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" li="" style="text-align: justify;"></a><a href="http://www.cookingwithcarlee.com/%E2%80%A6/blueberry-oatmeal-pancak%E2%80%A6" style="line-height: 1.5;" target="_blank">Blueberry Oatmeal Pancakes</a><span style="line-height: 1.5;"> by Cooking With Carlee</span></div>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://adayinthelifeonthefarm.blogspot.com/%E2%80%A6/phase-1-friend%E2%80%A6" target="_blank">Buckwheat Pancakes</a> by A Day in the Life on the Farm</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.thefreshmancook.com/%E2%80%A6/salted-caramel-apple-panca%E2%80%A6" target="_blank">Caramel Apple Pancakes</a> by The Freshman Cook</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.cookinandcraftin.com/" target="_blank">Caramelized Banana Topped Pancakes</a> by cookinandcraftin</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://sewyouthinkyoucancook.com/%E2%80%A6/foodieextravaganza-pan%E2%80%A6/" target="_blank">Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Pancakes</a> by Sew You Think You Can Cook</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.cookaholicwife.com/" target="_blank">Churro Pancakes</a> by Cookaholic Wife</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://snehasrecipe.blogspot.in/%E2%80%A6/corn-panki-corn-pancakes.%E2%80%A6" target="_blank">Corn Panki / Corn Pancakes</a> by Sneha's Recipe</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://culinary-adventures-with-cam.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Gluten-Free Pikelets with Homemade Butter</a> by Culinary Adventures with Camilla</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.terristeffes.com/%E2%80%A6/heath-bar-and-banana-pancakes%E2%80%A6" target="_blank">Heath Bar and Banana Pancakes</a> by Our Good Life</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.carolinescooking.com/masala-dosa/" target="_blank">Masala dosa</a> by Caroline's Cooking</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://rebekahrose.blogspot.com/%E2%80%A6/foodieextravaganza-peanut%E2%80%A6" target="_blank">Peanut Butter and Jelly Pancakes</a> by Making Miracles</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.lovefromthekitchen.com/" target="_blank">Pineapple Upside-down Pancakes</a> by Love from the Kitchen</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://hardlyagoddess.com/silver-dollar-chocolate-chip-pan%E2%80%A6/" target="_blank">Silver Dollar Chocolate Chip Pancakes</a> by Hardly A Goddess</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.foodlustpeoplelove.com/%E2%80%A6/spring-onion-pancakes.h%E2%80%A6" target="_blank">Spring Onion Pancakes with Spicy Dipping Sauce</a> by Food Lust People Love</li>

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Waffles Gone Wild #WaffleWeek2016

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Did you know that the first Waffle House opened in 1955 in Georgia?  Once when my family and I were traveling to Hilton Head, we got caught in a blizzard in southern Tennessee and was trapped for four days there.  Every meal we ate was at the Waffle House next to our hotel.  Great memory!<br />
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This waffle that I made will leave you a little <span style="color: orange;">W</span> <span style="color: red;">I</span> <span style="color: lime;">L</span> <span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: purple;">D.</span></span>  Why?  It has taco meat, sweet corn, black beans and cheddar cheese in it for a start!  How does that sound to you?  A little wild and crazy?  I thought so, but the taste is definitely fantastic! <br />
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Waffles Gone Wild</div>
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<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">2/3 c almond milk</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">2 T melted butter</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">3/4 c flour</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">1/4 t salt</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">1/2 c cooked and drained sausage or hamburger</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">1/2 c black beans, drained</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">1/4 c cooked sweet corn, drained</li>
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Whisk egg, milk, and butter.</div>
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Whisk flour and salt.</div>
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Grease waffle iron, ladle on 1/4 c of batter, spread if needed.  Bake in waffle iron until waffle is done.</div>
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<a href="http://www.bakinginatornado.com/2016/09/coffee-and-bacon-wake-up-waffles-for.html" target="_blank">Coffee and Bacon Wake Up Waffles</a> by Baking in a Tornado<br />
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<a href="http://www.fuchsiafreezer.ca/2016/09/pumpkin-spice-waffles/" target="_blank">Pumpkin Spice Waffles</a> from Fuchsia Freezer<br />
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This is Waffle Week and a group of bloggers came together to share with you a variety of waffle recipes that you will love! Waffles are s...

Posted by Terri Steffes / 05 September 2016 / relish , sides

Sweet and Savory Applesauce #TasteCreations

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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Each month a group of bloggers comes together to post recipes on a particular theme.  This month it is Apples!  September is a great month for apple harvest, so these recipes come to you in the nick of time!  Are you a food/lifestyle/mom blogger who would like to join our adventures in cooking? Contact me at terri@terristeffes.com for more information!  We would love to extend our group of bloggers!<br />
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</span> My husband and I are big fans of bone in pork chops and pork loin.  We are always looking for new ways to dress them up.  I wanted to use apples in celebration of the upcoming fall months.  This delicious garnish for pork chops was spotted in a restaurant last week and I decided to try to make it myself!  I am very glad we did, it was delicious with our pork!<br />
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Sweet and Savory Applesauce</div>
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<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">1 cinnamon stick</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">2 to 4 tablespoons sugar</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">3/4 cup water</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">1 tablespoon prepared horseradish</li>
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Combine applesauce with cinnamon, sugar, and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until applesauce has reduced and thickened. Remove from heat; discard cinnamon stick. Stir lemon juice and horseradish. Season with coarse salt and ground pepper.</div>
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It was delicious on top of pork.  The cinnamon isn't too overbearing and there is just enough sweetness and heat to tickle the tastebuds. I love horseradish and can eat it plain on meat, but I really love this combination of flavors. If you prefer it chunky, you can cook the apples yourself to the desired doneness and then add in the rest of the ingredients.<br />
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Visit my other blogger friends and see what they did with their apples!  I know you will be impressed with their apple goodness.<br />
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<a href="http://anitalianinmykitchen.com/apple-pie-cookies/" target="_blank">Apple Hand Pies</a> from An Italian in My Kitchen<br />
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<a href="http://tikkido.com/blog/caramel-apple-popcorn-recipe" target="_blank">Caramel Apple Popcorn</a> from Tikkido<br />
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<a href="http://momhomeguide.com/quick-apple-crisp" target="_blank">Quick Apple Crisp</a> from Home Mom Guide<br />
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Apples are fresh and inexpensive in September!  Be sure and try these delicious recipes this month and let us know that you did!<br />
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Posted by Terri Steffes / 04 September 2016 / best , dinner

Honey Lime BBQ Chicken Thighs #SundaySupper

It's time for some easy football food ideas for game day!  It's Missouri Football season in my neck of the woods and we are in for some changes this year.  Our coach, Gary Pinkel, retired to fight lymphoma (we are praying for you, Gary!) and new coach Barry Odom will have his hands full trying to get the offense to help out our amazing defense.  QB Drew Lock has a lot of potential and I am looking forward to seeing him get to display it.  Our defense rocks and hard hitters like Josh Augusta, Rickey Hatley and Terry Beckner Jr. should have their talents put to good use.<br />
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My family has been season ticket holders for 32 years and this year is no exception.  We are big tailgate people and we love to plan our menus to match up with our opponents.  (Georgia Hot Bulldogs, anyone?)  Even so, this chicken thigh dish is so good, we can serve it up as an appetizer or the main course, depending on how large the thighs are!  For a little extra goodness, throw those thighs on the smoker!<br />
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<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">lime juice from one lemon</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">½ c honey</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">2 T Soy Sauce</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">1 T olive oil</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">2 garlic cloves, minced</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">4-5 sprigs cilantro, finely chopped</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">½ t salt</li>
<li class="ingredient" style="margin-bottom: 3px;">¼ t pepper</li>
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<li><a href="http://cookingchatfood.com/" target="_blank">Kale Pesto Dip</a> by Cooking Chat</li>
<li><a href="http://www.basicndelicious.com/" target="_blank">Lemony Chicken Wings</a> by Basic N Delicious</li>
<li><a href="http://www.curiouscuisiniere.com/" target="_blank">Liptauer (Hungarian Cheese Spread)</a> by Curious Cuisinere</li>
<li><a href="http://www.casadecrews.com/" target="_blank">Loaded Guacamole</a> by Casa de Crews</li>
<li><a href="http://thehungrygoddess.com/" target="_blank">Loaded Smashed Potatoes</a> by The Hungry Goddess</li>
<li><a href="http://www.mealplanningmagic.com/" target="_blank">Mexican Spinach Dip</a> by Meal Planning Magic</li>
<li><a href="https://palatablepastime.com/" target="_blank">Nachodillas with Jalapeno Bean Dip</a> by Palatable Pastime</li>
<li><a href="http://piesandplots.net/" target="_blank">No-Bake Almond Energy Bites</a> by Pies and Plots</li>
<li><a href="http://thecrumbycupcake.com/" target="_blank">PB&J Wings</a> by The Crumby Cupcake</li>
<li><a href="http://www.grumpyshoneybunch.com/" target="_blank">Pork Belly Sliders</a> by Grumpy's Honeybunch</li>
<li><a href="http://ourlifetastesgood.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Queso Blanco Dip</a> by Life Tastes Good</li>
<li><a href="http://www.texannewyorker.com/" target="_blank">Roasted Jalapeno and Chorizo Queso</a> by The Texan New Yorker</li>
<li><a href="http://www.foodtasticmom.com/" target="_blank">Seven-Layer Hoagie Dip</a> by Foodtastic Mom</li>
<li><a href="https://www.monicastable.com/" target="_blank">Ultimate Taco Dip</a> by Monica's Table</li>
</ul><br />
<strong>Main Dishes</strong><br />
<ul><li><a href="http://www.hezzi-dsbooksandcooks.com/" target="_blank">Bacon Swiss Burger Sliders</a> by Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks</li>
<li><a href="http://cricketsconfections.com/" target="_blank">Black Bean Chili</a> by Cricket's Confections</li>
<li><a href="http://cosmopolitancornbread.com/" target="_blank">Blackberry Sriracha BBQ Wings</a> by Cosmopolitan Cornbread</li>
<li><a href="http://www.terristeffes.com/" target="_blank">Honey Lime BBQ Chicken Thighs</a> by Our Good Life</li>
<li><a href="http://www.chefnextdoorblog.com/" target="_blank">Mexican Pizza</a> by Chef Next Door</li>
<li><a href="http://newsouthcharm.com/" target="_blank">Oven Baked BBQ Chicken Wings</a> by New South Charm</li>
<li><a href="http://www.fooddonelight.com/" target="_blank">Oven-Fried Chicken Tenders</a> by Food Done Light</li>
<li><a href="http://www.akitchenhoorsadventures.com/" target="_blank">Oven-Fried Fish Sliders</a> by A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures</li>
<li><a href="http://www.theredheadbaker.com/" target="_blank">Philly Cheesesteak Sliders</a> by The Redhead Baker</li>
<li><a href="http://asianinamericamag.com/" target="_blank">Pork Steamed Shumai</a> by Asian in America</li>
<li><a href="http://www.poweredbybling.com/" target="_blank">White Chicken Chili</a> by Powered by BLING</li>
</ul><br />
<strong>Side Dishes</strong><br />
<ul><li><a href="http://simpleandsavory.com/" target="_blank">Loaded Potato Skins Southwestern Style</a> by Simple and Savory</li>
<li><a href="http://www.crazedmom.com/" target="_blank">Tailgating Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad</a> by Crazed Mom</li>
</ul><br />
<strong>Desserts</strong><br />
<ul><li><a href="http://amindfullmom.com/" target="_blank">5-Ingredient Buckeye Dip</a> by A Mind Full Mom</li>
<li><a href="http://www.turnips2tangerines.com/" target="_blank">Brownie Bomb Bars</a> by Turnips 2 Tangerines</li>
<li><a href="http://www.thefreshmancook.com/" target="_blank">Chocolate Football Cookies</a> by The Freshman Cook</li>
<li><a href="http://ninjabaker.com/" target="_blank">Miso Salted Caramel Ice Cream Sandwiches</a> by Ninja Baker</li>
<li><a href="http://www.wendyweekendgourmet.com/" target="_blank">Touchdown Popcorn Toffee Bark</a> by The Weekend Gourmet</li>
<li><a href="http://www.thatskinnychickcanbake.com/" target="_blank">White Chocolate Toffee Chunk Cookies</a> by That Skinny Chick Can Bake</li>
</ul><br />
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