Utah, Mormon, Pioneer Scones

www.polkadotpoplars.comLately I’ve had a hankering for one of my favorite things, the Utah Scone (Also known as the Mormon scone and the Pioneer Scone.).  Now, if you’re not from Utah or know someone from Utah you probably have no idea what I’m talking about.  It’s not a baked biscuit type scone you would find in other places in the world, it’s a fried, totally delightful, sweet dough that puffs when you fry it. Kind of like a filled doughnut. There is usually a hollow center that a lot of people fill with butter, honey, syrups, honey butter, jams, etc.  Tonight I decided to make some to add with a layered salad for dinner.  Here’s the recipe: [Read more…]

Everyone Has A Story

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I’m a human interest junkie.  I enjoy reality shows and reading biographies.  I love seeing how other’s live their lives and hearing their stories.  Don’t you?

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Gray Hair, Wrinkles, and My Turkey Neck

Watching myself get older is not a fun process.  While I’m grateful for wisdom that only comes with age, for being healthy, for being in a place in my life that I really enjoy, and being proud of the children I raised and that are productive members of society, I don’t like the decline and loss my body is going through. What is with the jowls, the age spots, the thinning hair, arthritis, and the loss of skin tone?  The other day I was even asked if I was a senior citizen.  What!??? At that point I knew I had to do something.  While it’s somewhat comforting to know that everyone goes through the same things I sometimes  just wish I still had the appearance of my 21 year old self.

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Muffin Tin Recipes

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Muffin tins are not just for muffins and cupcakes anymore in my life…I’ve found that using my muffin tins for cooking foods I normally baked in larger pans have added some fun to my cooking.  Not only that these recipes….

  • Bake Faster
  • Are Easier To Store
  • Are Fast Grab And Go Items
  • Help Me To Portion Control
  • Make Great Finger Food For Parties

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