At the Mcclure Home Northern Colorado 1940s and 1950s The tree was in the corner of the living room, lights showing off all the… Continue reading
Cactus Hill Observatory Grade School 1940’s and 1950’s Dad and Mom played a big part in the Christmas party, gift giving and preparations. At one… Continue reading
As I’ve mentioned before, I only use my bread machine for making bread dough. Everything gets tossed into the machine’s canister and then the machine… Continue reading
On a farm in northern Colorado 1940’s TO 1955 Upon the delivery of the Christmas tree to the Cactus Hill Grade School where my… Continue reading
Cactus Hill Observatory District #101 1940 to 1950 Northern Colorado The 4 days of Thanksgiving Holiday were over and we went back to grade… Continue reading
Recently, I shared my favorite recipe for rolled sugar cookies describing the ways in which I find them the ideal “canvas” for decorating. If you… Continue reading
1940’s and 1950’s on a farm north of Fort Collins, Colorado The hustle-bustle of getting ready for the big Thanksgiving Day was anticipated by my… Continue reading
Parties can be tricky territory for the healthy eater. If you host, you want to serve guests something tasty enough to make the occasion feel… Continue reading
If you find yourself with a surplus of turkey after Thanksgiving, that’s a good thing. You can put those leftovers to good use by making,… Continue reading
No matter how much we indulge ourselves on Thanksgiving with turkey and all the fixings, we still seem to find room for dessert. Anything made… Continue reading
During the holidays 1940’s On a farm north of Fort collins, Colorado Whenever there was a family get-together at Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter or some… Continue reading
Turns out the safest way to cook turkey is also the way I enjoy preparing (and eating) turkey most – from a bird that has… Continue reading
Grandpa and Grandma’s turkey 1947 or earlier North of Fort Collins, Colorado Grandpa and Grandma Cogwell raised chickens and a few turkeys in the middle… Continue reading
If you’ve not made meringue because it looks intimidating, a few pointers will help you achieve success. Although making meringue may appear to be something… Continue reading
North of Fort Collins, Colorado 1937 to 1950’S My Grandpa Ernest Cogswell was born in 1886 in Friend, Nebraska and moved to Northern Colorado in… Continue reading
Co-Author Dolores North Nikiski, Alaska 2012 A couple of years ago, shortly after Christmas, my friend, Dolores, had a long days adventure. Her weekly… Continue reading
Versatile pork tenderloin may be grilled, roasted, sautéed or braised for a meal that is just as welcome at the weeknight supper table, as it… Continue reading
Bob and I have had a hard time hearing each other for the past ten years and as the years go by it gets more… Continue reading
When the weather turns chilly, it’s hard to beat the appeal of a one-pot meal simmering on the stove. Be it the sight (and sound)… Continue reading
Not so long ago there really was only one way to eat Brussels sprouts. It involved boiling the sprouts into oblivion. Once they were reduced… Continue reading
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