Recipe: Cranberry Sauce

This is one of my favorite sides to make for the holidays; it’s fairly simple, tastes delicious, and makes a big impression! 1 bag fresh cranberries 1 Cup orange juice (not from concentrate; I use high pulp) 1 Cup sugar 1 orange Optional: Grand Marnier Combine orange juice and sugar in saucepan, stir to dissolve [...]

Recipe: Scalloped Potatoes Au Gratin

I’m fully aware this is comfort food and not on my “diet,” but we’re all ill and I could use some comfort food tonight: meatloaf, green beans, and these potatoes.  Yum! 3 Tbsp. butter 2 Tbsp. flour 1 1/2 tsp. salt dash pepper 3 C. milk 1 1/2 C. sharp cheddar cheese 6-8 small potatoes, [...]