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Memorial Day Memories and Church Cookbook Strawberry Pie

Today Matt Swaim/Sonrise Morning Show/  chatted about Memorial Day and its meaning. (Also mentioned St. Rita, my patron saint….). Memorial Day is an American holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Memorial Day 2023 will occur on Monday, May 26.  Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following … Continue reading Memorial Day Memories and Church Cookbook Strawberry Pie

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Carne Asada in honor of Pope Leo XIIV

What is Skirt Steak? Skirt steak is a long and thin cut of beef that comes from the underside of the cow, near the diaphragm, and is known for its rich flavor and chewy texture. Skirt steak is often used in Mexican and other Latin American cuisines to make dishes like fajitas, tacos, and carne asada. Skirt steak is also popularly used in Asian cuisine, … Continue reading Carne Asada in honor of Pope Leo XIIV

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Pope Francis Remembrances and Pastry “Lies”

Today Annie Mitchell and I chatted about Pope Francis and his legacy. Here’s a Q&A of our talk, along with a fun recipe for a pastry that the Pope loved as a child. It has an interesting analogy! We continue to honor the life and legacy of Pope Francis here on the Morning Show, and we’ve been doing our best to remember that since we … Continue reading Pope Francis Remembrances and Pastry “Lies”

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Fasting on bread and water has a long tradition in Catholic spirituality. It’s a personal devotion and goes back to Biblical times.

A good spiritual discipline, fasting on bread and water is a way to connect with the meaning of Lent. What makes fasting bread different than ordinary bread? First, it’s not a light textured or fancy bread. Dense with high quality Biblical ingredients – and the ingredients all have Biblical significance. INGREDIENTS AND THEIR SYMBOLIC REFERENCES: Flour – a reminder of the manna given by God … Continue reading Fasting on bread and water has a long tradition in Catholic spirituality. It’s a personal devotion and goes back to Biblical times.

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King Cake for Mardi Gras

Fat Tuesday is March 4 – just around the corner, and it’s celebrated with, well, lots of decadent food (to ready ourselves for the lean eating during Lent) and, of course, King Cake.  Authentic traditional King Cake is a yeasted dough that is a labor of love for sure, but today I’m sharing an easier recipe that starts from a cake mix. When I chatted … Continue reading King Cake for Mardi Gras

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Simply Sensational Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies

As I write this column from my little patch of heaven, snow is melting and the girls/chickens are beginning to lay eggs again.  Valentine’s Day is on the winter horizon. This year, I’m skipping chocolate treats and instead, baking batches of a beloved, buttery, sugar cookie flavored with both vanilla and almond extract.  I first tasted these light golden cookies when Jane Cervantes, a West … Continue reading Simply Sensational Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies

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Loaded Stuffed Baked Potato Casserole

Oh my this is a good one for a holiday gathering. Everything you love about loaded twice baked potatoes but in a casserole for easy serving. Thank you for reading this column, as always, and as I tell you every year, a blessed new year ahead is what I pray for you and yours to have. Loaded stuffed mashed potato casserole Ingredients 4 pounds russet … Continue reading Loaded Stuffed Baked Potato Casserole

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