Mugs & Muffins

My mom was one of the best cooks on the planet. Every member of the family had our favorites and mom loved to make sure we had our favorite menu on our birthdays. She always received accolades from people at our famous Lutheran after-church potlucks for her cakes,...

Quick & Easy Recipes What you'll need:  ¾ cup sugar ¼ cup shortening/butter 1 egg ½ cup milk 2 tsp baking powder Mix above ingredients together Put in a greased 9 inch pan Slice 6 plums on top Crumble on top: Preheat oven to 350 degrees and butter a 4x8 inch loaf...

Caroline was a lifetime friend of my mom and one of the kindest women I’ve ever met. She was a very giving and caring friend and again, a role model for many. ORANGE BALLS By Caroline Ritter4 cups crushed vanilla wafers 1 pound powdered sugar 1 cube butter or...

Mrs. Kerbs was an amazing woman. She never drove and walked everywhere she went, including faithfully walking to church. (Through all kinds of weather). She was known to me as Grandma Kerbs and was an example of a lady to us when we were young. She was widowed very...

Cleo was the mom of one of my best friends at church. Cleo was a very prim and proper woman, and very quiet. She was the epitome of a stay-at-home mom who cared deeply for her family. GREEN BEANS SUPREME By Cleo Nielsen½ tsp salt pepper ½ cup milk Stir in ½ cup sour...

Irene was a long-time friend of my family. She had a beautiful voice and sang in the choir with her daughters as well as my dad. Irene was also known for her ability to use her German heritage to cook and bake awesome food. Another inspiration in my life!! This is a...