Friday, March 30, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, we are closing in on the weekend, and it feels wonderful!  Here is a dog just for you....

The Trail Boss wants to give you a beautiful flower to remind you of all the blossoms and blooms to come this summer!

Monday, March 26, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Well, it looks like Spring is upon us, now.  Hope you have your gardens ready to plant!  Time for another Lois Elaine recipe....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 






If you are trying to decide what to plant in your garden this year, think about a little zucchini squash. This versatile vegetable can be used in so many ways - just google for some great zucchini recipes!  But remember, a few zucchini plants go a long way!  


Today we have a recipe for Zucchini Parmesan Cheese casserole....Lois' note says she got this recipe from her friend Mona.


Lois Elaine's Zucchini Parmesan Cheese Casserole:


1 can Cream of Chicken Soup
1/4 c. finely chopped onion
2 T. parsley
6 c. sliced unpeeled zucchini
2 T. melted butter or butter substitute
1/3 c. parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 soup can of milk
1/2 t. salt
1/4 t. basil
Dash of pepper
2 c. corn chex cereal, crushed


Combine soup, milk, onion, parsley and seasonings. Stir in squash.  Layer half of mixture in bottom of shallow 2 qt. casserole (8x8) dish. Combine butter, cereal and cheese.  Sprinkle half over squash layer.  Top with remaining squash mixture and crumbs. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until squash is tender and cereal is golden brown.


Makes about 10 1/2 cup servings.

Friday, March 23, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, hope your March is going along great.  Here is a March dog for your enjoyment....

Sofi the Talking Schnauzer is ready for the last blast of winter.  Leather coat, leather boots, her sled and favorite bear - she's ready for anything Old Man Winter has to throw at her.

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Earthquakes, Part 3

Hello....We are having some crazy weather over our country - thank you Global Warming.....Oklahoma has had its share of the craziness over the past couple of years, but the most intriguing has nothing to do with weather, but earthquakes.  We have been experiencing a large number of quakes, especially in the past year.  Normally we aren't known for our numerous quakes, but something is definitely going on now.

I thought it might be a good time to run a series of three posts dealing with earthquakes - the first one deals with what to do before a quake hits, the second - what to do during a quake, and the third, today, - what to do after the quake.

So, here we go....Part III:


After The Quake:

1.  Check for injuries and provide first aid if necessary.
2.  Do a safety check: check for gas, water, downed power lines and shortages. Turn off appropriate utilities, if you shut off the main gas valve do not turn it back on yourself. Wait for the gas company to check for leaks and make repairs.
3.  Turn on the radio and listen for instructions on safety or recovery actions.
4.  Use the telephone for emergencies only.
5.  When safe, follow your family emergency plan.
6.  Be cautious when opening cabinets.
7.  Stay away from damaged areas.
8.  Be prepared for aftershocks.

Monday, March 19, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hello, hope your week is starting off to be a good one!  Are you ready for another Lois Elaine recipe?

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 




We all know that less white sugar is better for us, right?  People realized that in the 1960's, too, and there are some pretty tasty sugar-free dessert recipes from that decade.  Here is one of them - Sugar-Free Apple Pie...


Lois Elaine's Sugar-Free Apple Pie:


1 can (6 oz. frozen apple juice concentrate
2 T. cornstarch
1 T. butter or butter substitute
1 t. cinnamon
1/4 t. nutmeg
6 c. sliced apples


Bring juice and cornstarch to a boil. Mix in all other ingredients.  Mix apples into mixture thoroughly. Fill pieshell and place top crust.  Bake at 375 degrees for 1 hour.


For extra sweetness, add 2 T. Sugar Twin Brown Sugar (my note: or a little Splenda brown sugar).



Friday, March 16, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello - Spring is springing all around us - Here is a spring pooch for your enjoyment....

Sofi the Talking Schnauzer decided to enjoy the unseasonable warmth of a March day recently.  She practiced her jumping skills and her uncanny ability to catch a frisbee with her face....

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Earthquakes, Part 2


Hello....We are having some crazy weather over our country - thank you Global Warming.....Oklahoma has had its share of the craziness over the past couple of years, but the most intriguing has nothing to do with weather, but earthquakes.  We have been experiencing a large number of quakes, especially in the past year.  Normally we aren't known for our numerous quakes, but something is definitely going on now.

I thought it might be a good time to run a series of three posts dealing with earthquakes - the first one, last week, deals with what to do before a quake hits, the second, today - what to do during a quake, and the third - what to do after the quake.

So, here we go...


During The Quake:

1.  “Drop, Cover and Hold” - DROP to the floor; take COVER under a sturdy table or other piece of furniture. If there isn’t a table or desk near you, seek cover against an interior wall and protect your head and neck with your arms. HOLD ON until the shaking stops.
2.  Stay away from glass or bookshelves, mirrors or other items that could fall.
3.  If outside: stand in an open area away from underpasses and overpasses, buildings, trees, telephone, and electrical lines.
4.  If on the road: drive away from underpasses and overpasses; stop in a safe area; stay in your vehicle. 

Monday, March 12, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hope your Monday is going good.  Spring is on its way!  Time for another Lois Elaine recipe....

This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties. 




Moms in the 1960's made a lot of cakes, and they made a lot of frostings for those cakes.  This blog has featured many of Lois Elaine's frosting recipes, and here is another one - Seven Minute Frosting.


Lois Elaine's Seven Minute Frosting:


2 egg whites
1 1/2 c. sugar
5 T. cold water
1 1/2 t. light corn syrup
1 t. vanilla extract


Put unbeaten egg whites, sugar, water and corn syrup in top of double boiler.  Place over rapidly boiling water. Beat constantly with rotary egg beater for 7 to 10 minutes or until frosting will stand in peaks. Remove from heat; add vanilla, beat until thick enough to spread. Makes enough to fill and frost a two layer cake.



Friday, March 9, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello, happy Friday everyone!  Time for a Friday Dog....

Princess Leia, the 10 foot tall poodle from Poteau, is a little perturbed this morning.  Someone snapped her picture without warning, which means the Princess didn't have time to fix her hair and pose properly.  Royalty should never be treated with such disrespect!

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Earthquakes, Part 1

Hello....We are having some crazy weather over our country - thank you Global Warming.....Oklahoma has had its share of the craziness over the past couple of years, but the most intriguing has nothing to do with weather, but earthquakes.  We have been experiencing a large number of quakes, especially in the past year.  Normally we aren't known for our numerous quakes, but something is definitely going on now.

I thought it might be a good time to run a series of three posts dealing with earthquakes - the first one, today, deals with what to do before a quake hits, the second - what to do during a quake, and the third - what to do after the quake.

So, here it is, part one:


Be Safe in an Earthquake, Part 1

Before The Quake:

1.  Assemble an emergency preparedness kit for home and your vehicle.
2.  Have a family emergency plan and identify a safe place to take cover, such as under a sturdy table or desk.
3.  Teach your family how to “Drop, Cover and Hold” during an earthquake.
4.  Check for hazards inside or outside your home or office. Heavy objects and falling hazards such as bookcases, hanging picture frames and other items can be dangerous if they are unstable and not anchored securely to a wall or the floor.
5.  Know emergency telephone numbers.
6.  Contact your insurance agent to review existing policies and to inquire about earthquake insurance
7.  Sign up for Earthquake Notifications on the USGS site as well as learn about other products and services they offer.

Monday, March 5, 2012

The Monday Recipe Blog

Hope you are having a great and warm Monday!  Here in Oklahoma we are having terrific weather in the 60's and 70's, but we know that there is a lot of crazy weather happening in other parts of our country.


This blog features Lois Elaine Mueller's recipes every Monday.   Lois' heyday was in the 1950's and 1960's, and her children swear she was the best cook that ever lived. Many baby boomers will remember these mouth-watering recipes, and these dishes are just as tasty today as they were in the sixties.  


In the 1960's, most people made their own custards and puddings from scratch, and those are still the best.  Today we have a recipe for Baked Custard.  Try this and your family will love it!


Lois Elaine's Baked Custard:


3 eggs
1/3 c. sugar
1/4 t. salt
Beat these slightly just to mix.
2 c. milk - scalded.
Stir into egg mixture.


Add 1 t. vanilla extract.


Pour into baking dish. Sprinkle with nutmeg.  Place the dish in a pan of hot water in the oven for the custard to set.



Friday, March 2, 2012

The Friday Dog Blog

Hello!  Today we have double trouble for your Dog Blog....

Sadie the happy cat and the original Trail Boss were the best of friends. Here they are coming in from the snow....