January Happenings

Unfortunately I still don’t have access full time to a working computer but over  Christmas I was able to use a computer to update the Recipe Index and make a few other changes. The new layout of the index is by category and is automatically updated when I post instead of me having to remember what I have and haven’t updated. I also removed the sidebar category buttons and left a drop down menu to clear up some of the clutter on the side bar.

Since I can’t really blog on my phone but I can use Facebook I am going to be more active on the Facebook page. Everyday in January I will be posting a recipe link for some cold weather comfort food. A few will be from here but the majority will be from other blogs. Even if you aren’t on Facebook you can still see the links. Hopefully one of the computers will be repaired soon and I can get back to sharing recipes.

 

2011 Review

I had not planned on a year in review post but I got to thinking about how great this year was for my little spot in the blogoshpere.
Top Ten Recipes of 2011 (most viewed)

1. Mongolian Chicken.

This was the most viewed recipe of the year which doesn’t surprise me at all since it’s pretty high on the all time views as well.

2. Chocolate Cream Filled (not a snack cake) The day I posted this was my highest day of traffic EVER.
3. Cube Steak with Milk Gravy A Southern classic. Serve with green beans and buttermilk biscuits.
4. Pumpkin Spice Clafouti This was a fun one to make because it was different from anything I had ever made before.
5. Traditional Chicken and Dressing This is traditional in the sense it’s how my family makes it. This is one of the recipes every Southern family has its own twist to.
6. Smoked Sausage and Potato Casserole A simple yet very tasty casserole.
7. Beef and Bean Enchiladas This is always a hit with my family
8. Smoked Sausage Hobo Packets Looking for a recipe that uses very few dishes? This is a winner.
9. Amazingly Easy Yeast Rolls (Perfect for Beginners) Looking to try your hand with yeast rolls? These are a great way to start.
10. Slow Cooker Pizza Not an actual pizza but a hearty layered casserole with the flavors of pizza.

I couldn’t have a year in review post without thanking the other bloggers who have helped me along the way by link ups and highlighting my recipes on their blogs.
Top Five Blogger Referrers

1. Eat at Home
2. Life as MOM
3. Finding Joy in My Kitchen
4. Mommy’s Kitchen
5. Good, Cheap Eats

Most of all I want to thank YOU, my fabulous readers, for making 2011 the best year in the 3 + years I have been blogging. Your comments, emails, and friendship have made the behind the scene headaches worth it all. Happy new year and may 2012 be your best year ever.

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Happy Holidays (and Where I’ve Been)

Just wanted to pop in and wish each of you a very wonderful holiday season. My computer crashed a couple of weeks ago so that is why I haven’t been updating and I probably won’t be back until after the first of the year because next week is when everything picks up around here with end of semester projects and Christmas preparations.

See you in 2012!

Happy Thanksgiving

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May each of you have a blessed day filled with wonderful food and memories. I am truly thankful for each of you who read and comment here. I have made some wonderful friends thanks to this blog.

Happy Thanksgiving from my house to yours!

Thanksgiving Side Dishes

Since I have all of our usual side dishes posted I decided to point you in their fabulous direction.

• “Traditional” Dressing It’s the recipe for my chicken and dressing but you can leave the chicken out and get what has been served at every Thanksgiving for as long as I can remember.
• Squash Dressing. A super moist take on dressing plus you get some extra veggies from the yellow squash hidden inside.
• Broccoli Casserole. One of my favorite things to see on the buffet
• Extra Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Always a hit with kids.
• Corn and Green Bean Casserole
• Tangy Green Beans and Bacon A nice change from the usual casseroles at Thanksgiving.

What are your must have sides at Thanksgiving?

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