Punch Bowl Cake Trifle

This is one of  my favorite desserts during the Holidays. My Aunt Jannie always makes this for our family Christmas dinner and is a fabulous way to end every meal! (Even if you have just eaten half of the pantry) :) Punch Bowl Cake Trifle 1 box yellow cake mix 1/2 cup oil 3 eggs 1 cup water 1 large box vanilla instant pudding 2 cups milk 1 large can crushed pineapple 1 can cherry pie filling 1 tub of Cool Whip Preheat oven to 350F. Mix first four ingredients in large bowl until well blended and no clumps. Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with cooking spray. Pour cake mix batter into baking dish and cook for 25-28 minutes. Let cake cool completely.  While cake is cooking/cooling mix together jello mix and milk. Allow to set in refigerator...

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Fall Harvest Warmer from Gooseberry Patch

It has been a while since I have posted guys and gals. I have been busy with a new job, continuing education and life in general. We are also in the middle of planning a move so life in the Lee household has been chaotic to say the least. I made a new Fall drink for me and the hubs today as a reward for a hard week. The taste reminded me a lot of Russian Tea. This doesn't have the caffeine which is good for nighttime. I hope you enjoy! 2 c water 1/2 c sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 10 whole cloves 2 c cranberry juice 1 c orange juice Garnish: Orange Slices Combine water, sugar and spices in a saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Add juices; reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Discard cloves. Serve warm, garnished with...

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Slow Cooked Pulled BBQ Chicken

A great alternative to pulled pork. Here is a lighter version of a Memphis fave! This recipe is adapted from Eating Well website for Barbecue Pulled Chicken. Ingredients 1 8-ounce can reduced-sodium tomato sauce 1 4-ounce can chopped green chiles, drained 3 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 tablespoons honey (note: I used 1/2 cup of sparkling apple cider that I  had on hand) 1 tablespoon sweet or smoked paprika 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoons dry mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of fat 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced Preparation Stir tomato sauce, chiles, vinegar, honey or cider, paprika, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce,...

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