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Busy Mom Recipes

Busy Mom Recipes

Jill Wellington ― http://busymomrecipes1.blogspot.com

I'm not a professional cook, chef, or baker, but I have enjoyed cooking dinner for my hubby and kids for 22 years, so I think that makes me an expert at family meals. Along the way, I've collected many proven family recipes for all occasions.

Find ideas to make cooking easier, faster, and DELICIOUS for busy moms and everyone else!

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Listed: Sep 2, 2010

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Mandarin Orange Cream Cake

Mandarin Orange Cream Cake

Busy Mom Recipes ― My son always picks this forhis birthday cake in December. ∙ But this cake is awesome in thesummer because the icing is light and creamy. ∙ Mandarin Orange Cream Cake1 box yellow cake mix1/2 cup vegetable oil. (I use canola)15 oz. ...

Tags: Mandarin Orange Cake

Jill Wellington ― 31 Dec, 11

Cornbread Casserole

Cornbread Casserole

Busy Mom Recipes ― This recipe is a family favorite atThanksgiving and Christmas. ∙ Cornbread Casserole:1 box Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix1 can whole kernel corn drained1 can creamed corn NOT drained8 oz. sour cream2 eggs slightly beaten2 sticks of butter melted...

Tags: Side Dishes, Cornbreak Casserole

Jill Wellington ― 24 Nov, 11

Kettle Corn

Busy Mom Recipes ― I need to start this recipe post with a ∙ WARNING:This sweet popcorn is highly addictive!You may find yourself craving it every evening! ∙ I could not keep my hand out of the bowllong enough to take the above photo. ∙ Kettle ...

Tags: Caramel Corn, Kettle Corn

Jill Wellington ― 22 Sep, 11

Caesar Salad

Busy Mom Recipes ― I am posting this recipe becausewe have eaten it for dinner the pastthree nights at my husband's request. ∙ He LOVES Caesar Salad! ∙ This dressing recipe is AWESOME! ∙ Caesar Salad Dressing1/3 cup mayonnaise1 tea. minced garlic ...

Tags: Caesar Salad, Salad Recipes

Jill Wellington ― 22 Sep, 11

How to Make Vanilla Extract

How to Make Vanilla Extract

Busy Mom Recipes ― If you love to bake, you know howexpensive it is to buy pure vanilla extract. ∙ Vanilla is the second most expensive spicebecause the beans are difficult to cultivate from orchids. ∙ You can make your own vanilla extractright now, in...

Tags: How To Make Vanilla Extract, Vanilla-how To Make Extract

Jill Wellington ― 16 Sep, 11

Gazpacho Soup

Busy Mom Recipes ― Gazpacho is a cold, tomato based soupI make only in August when thesummer vegetables are at perfection herein Michigan. ∙ But, you can make it any time of year using canned tomatoes which arepackaged during prime ripeness. ∙ I just ...

Tags: Soup Recipes, Gazpacho Soup

Jill Wellington ― 13 Aug, 11

Olive Burgers

Busy Mom Recipes ― I don't know the origin of theOlive Burger, but they're popular onmenus here in Michigan. ∙ Hubby and I recently ate at thePeanut Barrel in East Lansingand loved the savory taste of theolive burger sauce they put on top. ∙ I tried to...

Tags: Olive Burgers, Dinner Recipes, Olive Burger Sauce Recipe

Jill Wellington ― 22 Jul, 11

Pasta Salad

Busy Mom Recipes ― Everyone has a favoritePasta Salad recipe. Here's my family'sfavorite which is especially goodwith summer veggies. ∙ Jill's Pasta Salad ∙ 16 oz. (1 lb.) pasta of your choice2 cucumbers2 tomatoes1 can large pitted black olivesItalian...

Tags: Macaroni Salad, Pasta Salad

Jill Wellington ― 20 Jul, 11

Grilled Hot Wings with Blue Cheese Dip

Grilled Hot Wings with Blue Cheese Dip

Busy Mom Recipes ― My husband and son BEG me to makethem Grilled Hot Wings in the summer. ∙ We like them crispy, so if that's whatYOU like....try this recipe and cooking method. ∙ I buy these 4-pound bags of frozen chicken wingswhen they are on sale....

Tags: Blue Cheese Dip, Grilled Hot Wings, Hot Wings Rub, Grilled Chicken Wings

Jill Wellington ― 20 Jul, 11

Broiled Grape Tomatoes

Broiled Grape Tomatoes

Busy Mom Recipes ― I made up this yummy recipebecause I love the juicy, sweetGrape Tomatoes! ∙ This is an especially good side dishfor summer mealsand a great make-ahead forentertaining. ∙ Broiled Grape Tomatoes ∙ 2 small crates of grape...

Tags: Broiled Grape Tomatoes, Tomato Recipe

Jill Wellington ― 21 Jun, 11

Oriental Salad with Ramen Noodles

Oriental Salad with Ramen Noodles

Busy Mom Recipes ― This is a delicious, hearty salad I often serve in the summer.I especially like to take this to potlucksbecause I can make most of it aheadand quickly toss it together before I head to the barbecue. ∙ You can add cubed chicken to make this ...

Tags: Summer Meal Recipes, Salad Recipes

Jill Wellington ― 3 Jun, 11

Crab Cakes

Busy Mom Recipes ― This is a budget friendly dinnerand you'll eat up the FLAVOR! ∙ This recipe makes 9 crab cakesto serve 4. ∙ Crab Cakes2 pkgs. frozen imitation crab meat1/4 cup mayonnaise1 sleeve crackers (Saltines, Ritz, etc. You pick your ...

Tags: Crab Cakes, Dinner Recipes

Jill Wellington ― 23 Feb, 11

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