Spicy Tomato Soup
Angie created this dish shortly after she and Jim moved to California – it was a big hit, and has become a family favorite at our house.
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Jim’s Jam
This is loosely based on an Alton Brown recipe from the Good Eats episode, “Urban Preservation: Jam Session,” but Jim has made some modifications which, we feel have improved it!
Homemade Applesauce
This easy crock pot recipe makes a large batch of delicious applesauce. Jim received the recipe from a good friend in college, Kenn North. Continue reading Homemade Applesauce
Beef Jerky
This recipe is originally from Alton Brown’s Good Eats episode titled, “Urban Preservation II.” We’ve made some alterations, but it is still as spicy and smoky as ever!
Whitney’s Famous Apple Pie
Whitney’s prize-winning apple pie is a must-have for a Peterson family Thanksgiving!
Skinny Mint Cookies
This recipe is a little complicated, but it makes a wonderful treat that really tastes just like those famous Girl Scout Cookies! Continue reading Skinny Mint Cookies
Oatmeal Refrigerator Cookies
Our family regularly makes the dough for these cookies, rolls it into logs, wraps them, and keeps them in the freezer for quick slicing and baking later. The secret that only the truly initiated know is that the tastiest treat of all is to pull …
Faux Key Lime Pie
Not for the purist, I assure you. However, this quick and easy cop-out makes a delicious dessert with very little effort…except what it takes to keep from eating it immediately! Continue reading Faux Key Lime Pie
Medium Heat Chili
This is a hearty, yummy recipe that Jim and Angie received from their good friends Justin and Kristyn Bradley, soon after moving to California.
Manicotti
One of our family’s favorite dishes growing up was Pam’s “Manicotti” – which, Jim teases, is a misnomer, since she makes it with jumbo shell pasta, not manicotti. Continue reading Manicotti