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Betty’s Pancake Solution

Regina — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:20:56 +0000

Recently, I have become obsessed with Granny’s 1950 first edition (second printing) Betty Crocker Picture Cook Book. Betty, known as my imaginary friend, has such wonderful advice to this 2010 homemaker from the picturesque 50′s. Becoming the “modern” homemaker of 1950 can be challenging especially since we are living in 2010. But Betty’s wisdom surpasses time. Skepticism plagues our home…..and I, quote, my 13 yo, “Really….Mom….the cookbook….again??”—that is complete with … [visit site to read more]

Who’s Betty?

Regina — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:59:15 +0000

Both of my grandmothers were great in the kitchen. I loved the smell of their homes especially when either one of them had been preparing a meal. My grandmother, Bonnie Cannon, was the typical housewife that prepared freshly grown goodies in her own unique style….. a little of this or that and then cook it alllllll day. My granny, Aline Cornett, was a little more likely to follow recipes and has been known to correct them if they weren’t as pleasing to the palate as she had hoped.

It … [visit site to read more]