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Since we love granola bars so much in my house, I needed to try yet another recipe. These were very good. Making the recipe as it calls for creates a fairly sweet bar. I would like to try my next version a tad less sweeter. 2 cups rolled oats 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup wheat germ 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup raisins (optional) 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup honey 1 egg, beaten 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons vanilla extract  Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Generously grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. In a large bowl, mix together the oats, brown sugar, wheat germ, cinnamon, flour, raisins and salt. Make a well in the center, and pour in the honey, egg, oil and vanilla. Mix well using your hands. Pat the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.  Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until the bars begin to turn golden at the edges. Cool for 5 minutes, then cut into bars while still warm. Do not allow

6 eggs 1  milk 1 c flour 1/2 t salt 2 T Butter, melted Buttermilk syrup 1 1/2  c sugar 3/4 c buttermil,k 1/2 c butter 2 T corn syrup 1 t baking soda 2 t vanilla Place the eggs, milk, flour and salt in belder, mixing until smooth.  Pour vutter into ungreasted 13x9x2 pan. (I usually just put the butter into the pan, then into the oven to melt it.  I don't melt it first).  Add the batter on top of the melted butter.  (this method makes a big difference, so do not skip it.)  Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees for 20 minutes.  Meanwhile, in saucepan, combine buttermilk syrup ingredients, except the vanilla.  (adding the vanilla at this point would just make it evaporate)  Boil for seven minutes.  Remove from heat.  Then stir in vanilla.  Serve the sauce as a side to the pancake.  We prefer to have the pancake with lemon juice and powdered sugar.

Twists 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 cans (8 oz each) Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls or 2 cans (8 oz each) Pillsbury® Crescent Recipe Creations® refrigerated seamless dough sheet 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted Glaze 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1/4 teaspoon maple flavor 2 to 3 teaspoons milk Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 1 large or 2 small cookie sheets with cooking spray, or lightly grease with shortening. In small bowl, mix pecans, granulated sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.  If using crescent rolls: Unroll both cans of dough; separate into 8 rectangles. Firmly press perforations to seal. If using dough sheets: Unroll both cans of dough; cut to form 8 rectangles.  Brush each rectangle with melted butter. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon pecan-sugar mixture evenly over each rectangle; press in lightly. Starting at longer side, roll up each rectangle; pinch edges to seal. With sharp knife,

I think I have to give a shout out to Ree The Pioneer Woman on these wonderful Beef Fajitas.  They are the best I have have ever made.  I don't need to find any other recipe.  I am in love.  Enjoy.  I tried adding some pinto beans to the vegetable mixture.  It was a great addition. 1 whole Beef Flank Steak 1/2 cup Olive Oil 3 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce 1/3 cup Lime Juice, Fresh Squeezed 3 cloves Garlic, Minced 1 Tablespoon Cumin 1 Tablespoon Chili Powder 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes 1 teaspoon Salt 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper 1 Tablespoon Sugar 2 whole Medium Onions, Halved And Sliced 1 whole Red Bell Pepper, Sliced 1 whole Orange Bell Pepper, Sliced 1 whole Green Bell Pepper, Sliced 1 whole Yellow Bell Pepper, Sliced Oil, For Frying Flour Tortillas, Warmed Cheese (grated Cheddar/jack Or Crumbled Queso Fresco) Salsa Sour Cream Cilantro Leaves In a dish, mix together olive oil, Worcestershire, lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, red pepper flakes

I was looking for a good beergarita recipe and quickly found it here.  When reading reviews I saw suggestions including eliminating the water or adding 1/2 can of triple sec or replacing the water with sprite.  I made mine with 3/4 can tequila and 1/2 can triple sec.  I left the rest as the recipe states.  Using a full can of tequila may make it very strong.  A splash or two of fresh lime juice is also a great touch. 1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen limeade concentrate 12 fluid ounces tequila 12 fluid ounces water 12 fluid ounces beer ice 1 lime, cut into wedges Pour limeade, tequila, water, and beer into a large pitcher. Stir until well-blended, and limeade has melted. Add plenty of ice, and garnish with lime wedges. Adjust with additional water, if needed.

This recipe will always hold a special place in my heart.  The first time I had it was on a night we were able to have a date night where we cooked in and had a great night.  These beans were the start of the dinner.  I hope you enjoy them as well.  1 pound fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup sliced almonds 2 teaspoons lemon pepper Place green beans in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water. Cover, and cook until tender but still firm, about 10 minutes; drain. Meanwhile, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Saute almonds until lightly browned. Season with lemon pepper. Stir in green beans, and toss to coat.

I was looking for a new waffle recipe and thought i'd try good ol Martha Stewart. The batter was a bit loose making a flat waffle but the taste was good. I'd make them again for sure. 2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled) 2 tablespoons sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups low-fat buttermilk 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted 2 large eggs Vegetable oil, for waffle iron Maple-Walnut Sauce Blueberry Sauce Banana-Caramel Sauce Berries-and-Cream Topping COOK'S NOTE Like pancakes, waffles require a gentle hand when preparing the batter. For the most tender results, don't overmix it -- there should still be some lumps Preheat oven to 275 degrees; set a rack on a baking sheet, and place in oven. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, butter, and eggs; add flour mixture, and mix just until batter is co