by Cindy Alldredge | Dec 6, 2025 | Christmas, Granny's Corner, Holidays, Traditions, vintage
These wonderful popcorn balls showed up in my kids’ stockings every Christmas Eve for years. They are a magical part of Christmas at our house. I found the recipe for “popcorn cake” in the early ’80s but I like them better in balls. I’ve...
by Corinne Ritz | Nov 20, 2025 | Asian, Chicken, Chinese, Dinner, Traditions, Uncategorized
The week after my first baby was born a few friends from church took turns bringing us dinner for a few nights. One of the meals brought to us was this sweet and sour chicken. It really hit the spot and has remained a family favorite for the last 22 years. I have...
by Cindy Alldredge | May 17, 2025 | Asian, Chinese, Dinner, New Years, side dish, Traditions
Our family traditionally makes Chinese food on New Year’s Eve every year and this fried rice is KEY! It is soooo delicious. I like to make it on it’s own sometimes and eat as an entree. I like it with brown mustard mixed in. Absolutely delicious. If you...
by Cindy Alldredge | Mar 1, 2025 | Fun, Party Time, Traditions
Alexis Rose, “What is your favorite season?” “Awards.” Moira Rose Our family always had fun watching the Oscars together……It comes on during that dead time of year……the holidays are over, the Super Bowl has been played...
by Corinne Ritz | Jan 28, 2025 | Asian, Chinese, Dinner, Food, Gluten Free, New Years, shrimp, Traditions
We LOVE Chinese Food! Chinese takeout is one of the best forms of takeout for sure! It’s just a thing! One of the best parts is the leftovers. Chinese food leftovers are something to look forward to! When I was about 5 years old, my dad bought my mom a Chinese...
by Corinne Ritz | Jan 28, 2025 | Appetizers, Asian, Chicken, Chinese, Dinner, Food, Holidays, New Years, side dish, Traditions
Every year we make Chinese food together for New Year’s Eve. It’s a good group activity that everyone can help with. Everyone can help chop, cook and fry. Making Chinese food from scratch is easy, but time consuming. Do the prep in stages or ask for...
