Celebrating the Sabbath

Tracy / December 26, 2010

The last Sunday of the year– I can’t think of a better way to spend it than with the church folks! : )

Merry Christmas

Tracy / December 24, 2010

From the Lambert home…we wish you a very Merry Christmas….

It’s Been Said….

Tracy / December 23, 2010

“Think what a better world it would be if we all, the whole world, had cookies and milk about three o’clock every afternoon and then lay down on our blankets for a nap.” –Barbara Jordan

Turkey Sausage Balls

Tracy / December 20, 2010

When Courtney found out I was posting some of our favorite recipes, she reminded me of this simple recipe! It is delicious and can be adapted for those who like sausage balls spicy or not so much. We make these for the freezer in big batches in the fall. Our first sausage balls are cooked just for Christmas morning. It’s…

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Wassail

Tracy / December 17, 2010

A friend shared this recipe with me years ago and it has become a holiday favorite in our home. The smell of the simmering wassail is enough to create a sweet holiday memory all by itself! Holiday Wassail 1 1/2c white sugar 8 whole cloves 3c water 3 cinnamon sticks 1 1/2c orange juice 1c lemon juice 1 gallon apple…

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It’s Been Said

Tracy / December 16, 2010

Stay, stay at home, my heart and rest; home-keeping hearts are happiest.” –Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Cake Mix Extender

Tracy / December 13, 2010

We love homemade cakes, but sometimes, time gets the better of us and we need something quick. I *love* this recipe from the MOMYS cookbook. It takes a standard cake mix and makes it “big family” size. Birthday Cake Extender 1 c all purpose flour 1/4c sugar 1t baking powder 1/2c vegetable oil 2/3c water 1 box cake mix, your…

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Happy Birthday, Mr. B!!

Tracy / December 9, 2010

No longer six, what a fun and fascinating little life you live! May this be a year of growth, and fun, and blessings from the Lord…. With love, Momma

Spiced Pecans

Tracy / December 6, 2010

This is one of my holiday favorites! Spiced Pecans 1/4c butter 4c pecans 1 1/2c sugar 1T cinnamon 1T ground cloves 1T nutmeg Melt butter and add pecans. Cook and stir 20 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Mix remaining ingredients in plastic container. Add warm pecans and shake to coat. Spread on a baking sheet to cool completely. Store in…

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