Dub and Deb

Bonnie’s Apple Bread

Ya’ll ready to “Fire Off the Cookstove” this mornin? Me too! Our first recipe comes from a “young lady” up in North Carolina, and her name is Bonnie! Now Bonnie it seems, may be a little like ole Dub…she just might like to talk! Though one major difference in them both liking to talk, (Dub calls it “just expressin’ myself”), is that Bonnie isn’t just talking to be talking. When Bonnie talks it will behoove you to listen, because when she’s talking to ya’, she’s teaching at the same time.

Happy Valentine’s Day; From Deb and “What’s His Name!”

Hello and welcome back to Miz Jud’s Kitchen. I hope this finds all of you well and happy. I would like to wish each and every one of you Happy Valentine Day, and we hope that you have a great one!

Dub’s Two-Cents Worth

Good morning! I was reading, yes to the disbelief of many who know me, actually I can "reed and rite," some news articles from several different media outlets, "You gotta' keep up with the competition," love ya', Judi! Honestly though, I do like to read from some of the "liberal media" in regards to what they too are saying in regards to "news" today, and frankly, it sometimes (9 outta' 10) amazes me in their statements and beliefs. This morning being no different, I'm sad to say.

Planting your own Garden

Welcome back to the Coverin the Bases section of Ridin Out the Recession with Dub and Deb! Deb and I have so far discussed food storage. In this we talked about the pro and con issues of home canning, and the use of the Foodsaver Vacuum Sealing System. Both these types of food storage Deb and I find very beneficial and work really, really well for our needs. If you haven't tried them yet, we both highly recommend you look at one, and if at all possible, both systems.

Squash Casserole

Squash Casserole:

• 2 packages squash
• 1 onion finely chopped
• 1 pack grated (shredded) sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 egg
• 4 tablespoons margarine

Hawaiian Chicken

Hawaiian Chicken:

• 2 cut up chickens
• 2 large onions
• 1 can pineapple slices
• 2 bell peppers (red and yellow for color)
• 1 regular bottle of barbeque sauce (your favorite)

Dub: “Red” and One of Life’s Lessons

Good morning everyone and welcome once more to Miz Judi's Kitchen. We hope all is well with each and every one of you! Thank you for stopping by today. "Red" and One of Life's Lessons: I'm going to tell ya'll a little story this morning that Deb and I talked about just yesterday. It involves our youngest son Mark, the very same who broke all his Granny's coke bottles in an earlier story of Deb's, and a child's inquisitiveness. You think they're kinda' half listening, but in fact they have you tuned in! That is unless it's chores.

Deb: Ted’s New Watch

Hello and welcome back to Miz Judi's Kitchen. I hope this finds all of you well and happy. Ted's New Watch: I am sure a lot of you remember when Christmas was about being with family and friends, having good times and not just about getting everything you might want.

How to plant your own backyard garden

For all of you living in an urban setting, there are many options available to you in the planting of a garden.

These Ideals in Regards to Our Country

Is becoming successful easy, no it's not by any means. It's hard work, long hours, and managing your money wisely, but this great Country of ours affords us all that same opportunity, you only have to take advantage of this fact!

Reader comments on Covering the Bases

From: True Patriot Thanks so much. This is very helpful. We all certainly need to begin stocking up. I have no doubt we may be facing food riots very soon.

The stores are shelving smaller sizes and higher prices on most everything. 

Thanks for all of your tips.

Water, Safe Water, and Natural Disasters

Good morning everybody, and welcome back with Deb and I, to Coverin’ the Bases. Thank you for dropping by to see us. In our introductory column we told of a checklist Deb and I had made for ourselves after the economy went south. Again, these are some of the things we have done personally to become a little more self-sufficient and provide us with ways to help us, and our family in “Ridin’ Out the Recession.”

Dub: Reader response to Riding out the Recession

Thanks for dropping in to see us this morning, and come in anytime. You’re always welcome, here in the Kitchen!

Nashville Apple Cake:

Nashville Apple Cake:

• 2 cups finely chopped tart green apples
• 2 eggs, unbeaten
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 cups flour
• 1 cup Wesson Oil
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vanilla
• 1 cup chopped nuts

Dub’s Pinto’s:

These can be eaten plain, but I like mine served over rice with a slice of onion on the side and cornbread too! Chili sauce is good over these, but my favorite, and don’t knock it till you’ve tried it seriously, the flavors go really well together…pour sweet pickle juice over them, um um! Again just try that, ole Dub won’t steer ya wrong, just look at my picture for God’s sake!! Git my drift? Okay then, let’s eat!!

Deb: Sisters, Family, and cropping, stringing, and hanging tobacco

Hello, and welcome back to Miz Judi’s Kitchen. I hope this finds all of you well and happy. As you know I took the weekend off (from Dub). I had a great time with our two sons and four of our grandkids, as well as seeing my sisters too.

Food, and Storage of Food Storage: The Foodsaver Vacuum System

Hello again, and welcome back to the Coverin’ the Bases section of Ridin’ Out the Recession! We hope all are well, and ready to teach, learn, and share our ideas in regards to living in today’s tough economy. Last time we talked about canning and the benefits it provides. This once again came from a checklist Deb and I made when our business slowed way--way down! It is a list we found crucial in regards to Ridin’ Out the Recession, and we have tried to prepare in whatever way we could to have essentials for our family in case of really hard times.

Wendy’s; “You’re in Big Trouble Now Bird!” Chicken

I stretched a roasted chicken so far it thought it was a full grown turkey. I don’t know if this idea would be OK for the “Stretch your food dollar” page.

Sissy’s Oven Pot Roast

This next recipe is from Dub’s sister Marie, whom they refer to as “Sissy.” It’s kinda funny seeing Dub and his brother, who is also a pretty good sized fellow, calling Marie, “Sissy” when she’s around.

Patty’s “No Peek” Chicken

Patty is our sister-in-law. She’s married to Dub’s brother. Patty’s very outgoing, very friendly, meets no strangers, and is very funny…loves to have a good time. On top of these quality traits…she’s a very good cook as well! Dub’s hollerin’ that’s enough, you’re gonna give her the big head! I call it…credit where credit’s due!