Meet Cassie, a senior “jackabea” (Jack Russell/Beagle mix) who was found as a stray in another county. The vet thinks she is close to 11 years old; currently weighs 20 lbs. and started her diet yesterday. When she came in, we thought she was pregnant. The vet determined that she is not. However, she is […]
Read More »Free performance from Appalachian String Strummers
The Appalachian String Strummers to perform (FREE) at Epworth Community Club on Thursday March 3rd from 7:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Epworth Community Club is located: 125 School House Rd, Epworth, GA 30541 To learn more about the Appalachian String Strummers visit: https://www.facebook.com/ukelelestrummers And click below to watch Appalachian String Strummers videos: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=appalachian+string+strummers
Read More »Dill Pickle Dip
Ingredients 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature 1 cup chopped dill pickles, or more to taste ¼ cup finely chopped sweet onion 2 tablespoons pickle juice, or more to taste 1 teaspoon dried dill weed ½ teaspoon kosher salt 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper, or to taste Directions Step 1 Stir […]
Read More »Fireside Arts and Craft Festival this weekend
Unicoi State Park and Lodge is excited to announce the 47th Annual Fireside Arts and Crafts Show We’ll be hosting over 40 amazing local and national vendors, who specialize in unique handmade artistry and crafts you wont find anywhere else. Every year over 4,000 individuals stop by our show from both near and far. Where: […]
Read More »2022 Georgia Wine Highway
The annual, month-long Georgia Wine Highway is set to take place March 1 – 31. This year’s event will also include wineries from more areas of Georgia to encourage more exploration around the state. Clear your schedules and make your travel plans for the amazing annual Georgia Wine Highway in March 2022. The Georgia Wine Producers […]
Read More »Honey-Lime Chicken
Ingredients 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 10 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, but into strips 1 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons honey 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Directions Step 1 Combine flour and cayenne pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Add a few chicken strips at a time […]
Read More »Valentine’s Conversation Heart Cookies
Ingredients 1 (16.5-oz.) tube sugar cookie dough 1/4 c. Red, pink, and white sprinkles 1/2 c. Granulated sugar, for rolling 2 boxes conversation hearts Directions Step 1 Preheat oven to 350°. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine sugar cookie dough and sprinkles. Step 2 Using a small […]
Read More »Chicken Taco Soup for Two
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil 1/4 cup chopped onion 3 tablespoons taco seasoning, divided 1/2 (14 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, with juice 1 cup chicken broth 1/3 cup frozen corn 1 (5 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced on the diagonal Toppings: ½ cup tortilla chips 1/2 avocado, sliced 1/4 cup shredded Oaxaca cheese, or […]
Read More »Bananas Foster
Ingredients ¼ cup butter ⅔ cup dark brown sugar 3 ½ tablespoons rum 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 3 bananas, peeled and sliced lengthwise and crosswise 1/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts 1 pint vanilla ice cream Directions Step 1 In a large, deep skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in sugar, rum, vanilla […]
Read More »New Year’s Soup
Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 small onion, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and sliced 3 leaves collard greens, coarsely chopped 1 (14.5 ounce) can vegetable broth 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained ½ cup quinoa 1 cup water 1 tablespoon cider vinegar, or to taste salt and […]
Read More »Christmas leftover stuffing muffins
INGREDIENTS 2tsp butter (for greasing the muffin tin) 3cups prepared stuffing or dressing 1cup chopped turkey or ham 1/4 frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed 6large eggs 2Tbsp milk 1/4tsp salt 1/4tsp Freshly cracked pepper DIRECTIONS Step 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Grease a muffin tin with butter, oil, or non-stick spray. Thaw and squeeze the spinach dry. Step 2 […]
Read More »Eggnog Cheesecake
Ingredients 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 2 tablespoons white sugar 3 tablespoons melted butter 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 1 cup white sugar 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour ¾ cup eggnog 2 eggs 2 tablespoons rum 1 pinch ground nutmeg Directions Step 1Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Step 2In […]
Read More »Homemade Gingerbread Cookies
Ingredients 3/4 c. (1 1/2 sticks) butter, softened 3/4 c. packed brown sugar 2/3 c. molasses 1 large egg 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 3 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. ground ginger 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. ground cloves 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 2″ piece fresh ginger, grated (optional) Zest of 1 orange (optional) 1/2 tsp. finely ground […]
Read More »Peppermint Bark
Ingredients 8 ounces high-quality semisweet chocolate, broken into pieces 2 teaspoons canola oil, divided ½ teaspoon peppermint extract, divided 8 ounces high-quality white chocolate, broken into pieces 25 peppermint candies, crushed Directions Step 1Lightly grease a 9×9 inch pan and line with waxed paper, smoothing out wrinkles; set aside. Step 2Place the semisweet chocolate and […]
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Thanksgiving Turkey
Ingredients 2 tablespoons dried parsley 2 tablespoons ground dried rosemary 2 tablespoons rubbed dried sage 2 tablespoons dried thyme leaves 1 tablespoon lemon pepper 1 tablespoon salt 1 (15 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 orange, cut into wedges 1 onion, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 1 (14.5 ounce) can […]
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