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Whether you are planning a backyard adventure, camping in the woods, celebrating a holiday, or need a simple meal for dinner Dian’s delicious recipes and easy to follow instructions are bound to be a tasty success.

Dian provides her tips and tricks for cooking over an open fire, with a Dutch Oven, and even using house hold items to create a DIY oven. Her innovative ideas are excellent for both beginners and experienced outdoor enthusiasts.

Homemade Gingerbread House: A Deliciously Festive Holiday Tradition

Dian Thomas2025-03-20T19:06:36+00:00May 25th, 2025|Christmas, Delicious Food, Family Fun|

Nothing makes the holiday air smell quite so wonderful as the aroma of fresh gingerbread! GINGERBREAD HOUSE Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups butter or margarine 2 1/4 cups brown sugar, firmly packed 1 1/2 cups dark molasses 1/2 cup sugar 7 to 8 cups all-purpose flour [...]

Touchdown Snacks for the Big Game: Popcorn Footballs and More

Dian Thomas2025-03-20T19:06:36+00:00May 25th, 2025|Delicious Food, Tailgate Food|

Super Bowl is just a few days away. If you are still wondering what to prepare for a quick snack, you may want to try Touchdown Popcorn or make a Touchdown Football. Touchdown Popcorn Ingredients: 10 cups popped popcorn 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional) 1 [...]

Elevate Your Holiday Meals with These Flavorful Sauces

Dian Thomas2025-03-20T19:06:37+00:00May 25th, 2025|Delicious Food, Meal Prep|

The wonderful vegetables and fruits in our gardens are just right for making tasty sauces for the upcoming Labor Day holiday. Nothing tastes better than a wonderful sauce on just the right dish. Try a few of these for your barbecue or picnic. CORN RELISH [...]

Easy Heart-Shaped Cakes for Valentine’s Day: No Special Pan Needed!

Dian Thomas2025-03-20T19:06:37+00:00May 25th, 2025|Delicious Food, Valentines Day|

With Valentine's Day coming, we all turn to making some-one we love feel special with a heart-shaped message. My favorites are Heart-Shaped Cup-cakes, a Heart Cake and Heart Shaped Edibles. Heart-Shaped Cupcakes • Cake batter • Paper baking cups • Marbles or [...]

Super Bowl Party Snacks: Plan Ahead for Game Day Success

Dian Thomas2025-03-20T19:08:56+00:00May 25th, 2025|Delicious Food, Tailgate Food|

With Super Bowl just around the corner it is time to pull out the grocery list and plan what you will have for that fun and exciting afternoon of football. Here are some ideas that may help you in your planning. HOT GRAPE PUNCH [...]

Delicious Lincoln-Log Cake Recipe for Presidents Day Celebration

Dian Thomas2025-03-20T19:08:56+00:00May 22nd, 2025|Delicious Food, Desserts, Presidents Day|

Lincoln-Log Cake Materials Needed: 46-ounce juice can (with one end removed) Grease Waxed paper Cake batter (your favorite chocolate recipe) 2 straws (plastic, cut 1-2 inches above the batter) Light-colored chocolate frosting Darker-colored chocolate frosting (for decorating) Heavy plastic bag (for frosting bag) 3 [...]

Santa Sugar Cookies: A Fun & Festive Treat for Holiday Cookie Exchanges

Dian Thomas2025-03-20T19:08:56+00:00April 23rd, 2025|Christmas, Desserts, Holiday Fun|

This versatile sugar cookie is ideal for a cookie exchange! Sugar Cookies 1 cup butter 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla 3 egg whites 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder Buttercream Icing (recipe below) Chocolate [...]

Festive Green Foods to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

Dian Thomas2025-03-20T19:08:57+00:00April 23rd, 2025|Delicious Food, St. Patrick's Day|

With St. Patrick's Day just around the corner, you'll want to recall the lush green color of the Emerald Isle and all things Irish. So pin a shamrock on your lapel and pay tribute to St. Patrick with these easy green treats. Creative Green Food [...]

Easter Bunny Cake Recipe: A Fun and Adorable Dessert for the Holiday

Dian Thomas2025-03-20T19:08:57+00:00April 23rd, 2025|Delicious Food, Desserts, Easter, Holiday Fun|

If you're wondering where to find the perfect end to a perfect Easter feast, look no further. This Easter Bunny Cake is much too cute to eat, but no one will be able to resist. Kids will love to help create this delightful dessert, and [...]

Tailgate Recipes: Guacamole, Green Salad, and Hot Cider for Your Fall Game Day

Dian Thomas2025-03-20T19:08:57+00:00April 22nd, 2025|Delicious Food, Football Tailgate Party, Tailgate Food|

Fall, the football season and tailgating all go together. A good tailgate is the perfect way to enjoy good food, good times and good friends. Try some of these recipes at your next tailgate. GREAT GUACAMOLE Ingredients: 2 large ripe avocados 1 to 2 [...]