Wakeup with Byrdman in the morning.

One of my son-in laws.
Byrd man in the mornings
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The 1937 Ford Coupe

Now, what country home is complete without a few (boy toys).  This is my father-in law, husband, and my son's 1937 ford coupe completely redone all original.  And, coming-soon will be a 1939 Chevy truck , all roded out with allot of "eye candy".

The Jelly Cupboard

Well, since this blog is actually called the Jam and Jelly

Jar Box. I thought I would share my Jelly and Jam cupboard.

Yes, I do make allot of jelly, jam and sauces.  I have canning books that range form 1920 to the present.  Some of my work has even been known to win a few ribbons at the local fair. While my stock is getting a bit low for the winter, I am sure come spring I will get the canning bug and start all over again.

Vegan Tacos - Recipes

Vegan Tacos - Recipes

Main Dish - Recipes

Main Dish - Recipes

Breakfast - Recipes

Breakfast - Recipes

Old Rustic Barn

I have a love for days of old. I like taking walks in the woods,watching the river flow down stream.I enjoy anything country, rustic or primitive.

Rustic Barn

I have a love for days of old, anything rustic and primitive. Here is a little something i got off google image.

Sunday Serenity

My sister`s back yard, taken in Ky., over the weekend.
Since I live kinda close to Oak ridge/Knoxville
I did not see all that much snow, sure wish I could have.  But, for the ones that did the pictures sure
look beautiful!
We have had spring all winter here. LOL.

The Christmas Tree

True Country Living!  My favorite tree

thus far. Hmmm. could I be admitting

to living in the Country?  Well, yeah!

Christmas 2011.

Outdoor Country Living

Our Outdoor Fireplace.

Built by my husband and his dad

It was raining on the picture day.

And, all the brick used are antique

bricks from the old Robbins Brickyard.

Winter Fun

Snow Fun in Tennessee-----Finally!
And, looks like the new snowman is sporting a Tennessee hat.

Blueberry Surprise

Blueberry cake or cobbler; which ever.... it sure is good.
1 box yellow cake mix (any brand will do).  Mix batter according to box directions.
About 1 pound of blueberry's (more or less according to ones preference).
Place berry's in cake dough and mix well .
Pour into cake or bread pan (following the box instructions), and bake the amount of
time and temperature as directed on box of mix.  Let cool and enjoy!

Sheperds Pie

My version of Shepherds Pie
3 cans progresso beef stew  soup or 2 cans of beef stew.
Instant potatoes (make according to box or pack)
Cheddar cheese, shredded .
In a casserole dish place the cans of beef stew (if wanted
you could place a teaspoon of butter on top of stew) then
add cooked mashed potatoes on top of stew, and sprinkle
desired amount of cheddar cheese on top.
Bake in a 350 degree oven until good and hot.  Enjoy with
                                                      cornbread or biscuits.

Old Fashioned Northern Beans

Great Northern Beans
To get started, empty bag of beans into a colander and wash
completely, discarding any particles.  Then place in a bowl and
cover with fresh water and soak preferably overnight.
Drain water and place into a pot and cover with about three or four
inches of water.  Bring to a rolling boil, then turn heat down to low
and simmer for about two hours or until beans appear to be done.
If ham  or seasoning meat is used add this at the beginning 
cook time.  Country Ham works best with these type of beans.
But any kind of ham will actually do.  Salt and Pepper to taste.  This might also be a good time to bring out the old cast iron dutch ovens.  Or even better the porcelain overlay cast iron dutch ovens.
Afterall, what Country Kitchen would not be equipped withouy a little Lodge cast iron!

Southern Cornbread

 My favorite version of Southern Cornbread

1 1/2 cups self rising cornmeal
1/2 cup of selfrising flour
1 egg
1 or 1 1/2 cups of milk, or better yet, buttermilk.
I don`t like mine real thick so I use 1 1/2 cups milk.
Mix and pour into a pan, or cast iron skillet
    (I prefer a 10 inch cast iron skillet)
Be sure and grease pan or skillet with a little oil or grease.
Bake in a hot oven for about 20 minutes, or untill golden brown,
at about 375 degrees.  Added butter on top of cornbread when
right out of oven makes for a softer top texture.

My Meatloaf Recipe

Meat Loaf made by Me

2 pounds of ground beef
1 egg
2 torn up slices of bread or several crushed crackers
1 pk. dry onion soup mix
a small amount of ketchup
Mix all ingredients together and form into a mound and place in meatloaf pan.
Bake at 375 degrees for about 1 hour or until done. Salt and Pepper if desired.

In a Pinch Tartar Sauce

Easy Peasy Tartar Sauce
1 cup of mayo
3 or 4 Tablespoons of pickle relish
1 squrit of lemon juice
Mix all ingredients. Serve immediately or store in refrigerator.

Comeback Sauce

Comeback Sauce
1cup of mayo
1/4 cup of chili sauce
1/4 cup of ketchup
1tsp. prepared mustard
1/2 cup of veg oil
1tsp. worcestershire sauce
1tsp. black pepper
2 Tablespoon minced onion
2 cloves of garlic
the juice of 1 lemon
mix all ingredients togather and put in a jar. Keep in refrigerator overnight before using it.
Serve as a dip or on sandwiches.

Super Easy Spaghetti  Sauce

Brown about one pound of hamburger, and drain.  Then add hamburger to one large jar of pasta sauce, or two small cans or jars of pasta sauce (of choice).  Then add a can of mushrooms and a small chopped up onion.  add to spaghetti and top with parmesan cheese.

Fruit Basket Heaven

My lovely fruit basket.
My daughter and I are always trying out new things to do. I have seen so many things on Pinterest, and so many good crafts that I don't
really know where to start.
One day soon, maybe, I will be able to put some good ideals on my blog. This blog has changed so much that I have been having some real problems getting on here to post ANYTHING.  In time i am sure I will figure out the new blog, though.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Biscuits always make me hungry. Good home made biscuits are what good eating is all about!
Here is the recipe for my biscuits.
2 cups self rising flour
1/4 cup crisco or lard
3/4 cup milk whole or buttermilk
In a large bowl place flour and lard and mix until grainy like meal.  Then, pour in milk and mix together, pour out on a floured surface. Roll out and cut out biscuits.
Place in a greased pan and bake at 375 degrees for about 25 mins. or until light brown. slightly butter tops.

Pinterest

I have joined Pinterest and I think that it is a very nice so far.
I am new on there so I am still stumbling along.  I hope to get better as time goes by, and I am sure I will.  Pinterest is amazing and very interesting.  The only thing I noticed so far is that time can really get away from one while surfing pinterest.  But, I am so glad I am on board and hope to share some good stuff on here, also.

Looking for new options

I am always looking for new things to make.  And, I hope to be adding some really good crafts and words of wisdom along the way.
I hope that I am able to devote a lot of time to this blog.  And, get my daughter to join along with all
her ideals and pictures.