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NOTICE:  It’s a Keeper has moved!

Hey guys!  It’s a Keeper has moved!  I’ve switched to a new platform (with a new web address) so that I can offer you more features!  C’mon over to www.itisakeeper.com and check out the new site and the new features!  And, don’t forget to update your bookmarks and sign up for my email feed on the new site — the old addresses didn’t transfer over.  I don’t want you to miss a single recipe! 🙂

Converting It’s a Keeper to this new site gives me the flexibility to give ya’ll what you’ve been asking for!  So, here’s what’s in store for you at the new and improved It’s a Keeper:

What’s New

• Print Recipe Feature: So many of you have asked for printable recipes on It’s a Keeper.  You asked, I listened.  All of my new posts will have the recipes in an easy to use print box.  I haven’t gotten all of the old posts converted yet, but they’ll all be printable soon!  Check it out!

• Recipe Swaps: I get so many of my recipes from blogs, websites, emails, etc.  And, so many of you have shared your recipes and ideas with me through Facebook and Twitter.  Now, I want to share the wealth and encourage you to share your favorite recipes.  Starting soon, I’ll be hosting a weekly Recipe Swap. It’s a great way to see what others are cooking up and share what’s happening in your kitchen.  Stay tuned for more details!

• Shoes-day Tuesday: One of my favorite things, other than cooking, is shoes.  I love shoes.  Lots and lots of shoes!  Every Tuesday, I’m going to share my 2 favorite things with you…shoes and food.  Like peanut butter and jelly, oreos and milk or grilled cheese and tomato soup, I can’t imagine a better combination!  You’ll see.

Like, I said, it’s time for change!  But, wait….there’s more! This new site gives you more ways to stay connected with It’s a Keeper!

• Email: I love to feed people! I mean, can’t you tell from my posts?! S0, sign up for email notifications of my new posts and I’ll feed you (via email) my newest recipes

• Facebook: Easily connect with me on Facebook!  Just click “Like” in the box on the right.  It’s so easy and it’s right over there —->  Go ahead.  I’ll wait for you to click “like” before I continue….

• Twitter: If Twitter is your thing, make sure you follow me there too!

• Google Friend Connect: Another easy way to stay connected with me.

By staying connected, you won’t miss a single post!  Plus, you can interact and connect with other cooks, foodies and food lovers!  I’ve learned so much from all of my readers and followers during this year long journey — now, I want to share the wealth!

I’ve had so much fun over the past year and I can’t wait to see what 2011 will bring!  So, poke around my new digs and let me know what you think!

NOTICE: It’s a Keeper Has Moved!

IT’S A KEEPER HAS MOVED to www.itisakeeper.com.   Please update your readers/bookmarks/feeds.  I will not be maintaining both blogs after February 28.   See the notice below…

NOTICE:  It’s a Keeper has moved!

Hey guys!  It’s a Keeper has moved!  I’ve switched to a new platform (with a new web address) so that I can offer you more features!  C’mon over to www.itisakeeper.com and check out the new site and the new features!  And, don’t forget to update your bookmarks and sign up for my email feed on the new site — the old addresses didn’t transfer over.  I don’t want you to miss a single recipe! 🙂

Converting It’s a Keeper to this new site gives me the flexibility to give ya’ll what you’ve been asking for!  So, here’s what’s in store for you at the new and improved It’s a Keeper:

What’s New

• Print Recipe Feature: So many of you have asked for printable recipes on It’s a Keeper.  You asked, I listened.  All of my new posts will have the recipes in an easy to use print box.  I haven’t gotten all of the old posts converted yet, but they’ll all be printable soon!  Check it out!

• Recipe Swaps: I get so many of my recipes from blogs, websites, emails, etc.  And, so many of you have shared your recipes and ideas with me through Facebook and Twitter.  Now, I want to share the wealth and encourage you to share your favorite recipes.  Starting soon, I’ll be hosting a weekly Recipe Swap. It’s a great way to see what others are cooking up and share what’s happening in your kitchen.  Stay tuned for more details!

• Shoes-day Tuesday: One of my favorite things, other than cooking, is shoes.  I love shoes.  Lots and lots of shoes!  Every Tuesday, I’m going to share my 2 favorite things with you…shoes and food.  Like peanut butter and jelly, oreos and milk or grilled cheese and tomato soup, I can’t imagine a better combination!  You’ll see.

Like, I said, it’s time for change!  But, wait….there’s more! This new site gives you more ways to stay connected with It’s a Keeper!

• Email: I love to feed people! I mean, can’t you tell from my posts?! S0, sign up for email notifications of my new posts and I’ll feed you (via email) my newest recipes

• Facebook: Easily connect with me on Facebook!  Just click “Like” in the box on the right.  It’s so easy and it’s right over there —->  Go ahead.  I’ll wait for you to click “like” before I continue….

• Twitter: If Twitter is your thing, make sure you follow me there too!

• Google Friend Connect: Another easy way to stay connected with me.

By staying connected, you won’t miss a single post!  Plus, you can interact and connect with other cooks, foodies and food lovers!  I’ve learned so much from all of my readers and followers during this year long journey — now, I want to share the wealth!

I’ve had so much fun over the past year and I can’t wait to see what 2011 will bring!  So, poke around my new digs and let me know what you think!

NOTICE: It’s a Keeper Has Moved!

IT’S A KEEPER HAS MOVED to www.everydaytastes.com.   Please update your readers/bookmarks/feeds.  I will not be maintaining both blogs after February 28.   See the notice below…

NOTICE:  It’s a Keeper has moved!

Hey guys!  It’s a Keeper has moved!  I’ve switched to a new platform (with a new web address) so that I can offer you more features!  C’mon over to www.everydaytastes.com and check out the new site and the new features!  And, don’t forget to update your bookmarks and sign up for my email feed on the new site — the old addresses didn’t transfer over.  I don’t want you to miss a single recipe! 🙂

Converting It’s a Keeper to this new site gives me the flexibility to give ya’ll what you’ve been asking for!  So, here’s what’s in store for you at the new and improved It’s a Keeper:

What’s New

• Print Recipe Feature: So many of you have asked for printable recipes on It’s a Keeper.  You asked, I listened.  All of my new posts will have the recipes in an easy to use print box.  I haven’t gotten all of the old posts converted yet, but they’ll all be printable soon!  Check it out!

• Recipe Swaps: I get so many of my recipes from blogs, websites, emails, etc.  And, so many of you have shared your recipes and ideas with me through Facebook and Twitter.  Now, I want to share the wealth and encourage you to share your favorite recipes.  Starting soon, I’ll be hosting a weekly Recipe Swap. It’s a great way to see what others are cooking up and share what’s happening in your kitchen.  Stay tuned for more details!

• Shoes-day Tuesday: One of my favorite things, other than cooking, is shoes.  I love shoes.  Lots and lots of shoes!  Every Tuesday, I’m going to share my 2 favorite things with you…shoes and food.  Like peanut butter and jelly, oreos and milk or grilled cheese and tomato soup, I can’t imagine a better combination!  You’ll see.

Like, I said, it’s time for change!  But, wait….there’s more! This new site gives you more ways to stay connected with It’s a Keeper!

• Email: I love to feed people! I mean, can’t you tell from my posts?! S0, sign up for email notifications of my new posts and I’ll feed you (via email) my newest recipes

• Facebook: Easily connect with me on Facebook!  Just click “Like” in the box on the right.  It’s so easy and it’s right over there —->  Go ahead.  I’ll wait for you to click “like” before I continue….

• Twitter: If Twitter is your thing, make sure you follow me there too!

• Google Friend Connect: Another easy way to stay connected with me.

By staying connected, you won’t miss a single post!  Plus, you can interact and connect with other cooks, foodies and food lovers!  I’ve learned so much from all of my readers and followers during this year long journey — now, I want to share the wealth!

I’ve had so much fun over the past year and I can’t wait to see what 2011 will bring!  So, poke around my new digs and let me know what you think!

It’s a Keeper Has Moved!

Hey guys!  It’s a Keeper has moved!  I’ve switched to a new platform (with a new web address) so that I can offer you more features!  C’mon over to www.everydaytastes.com and check out the new site and the new features!  And, don’t forget to update your bookmarks and sign up for my email feed on the new site — the old addresses didn’t transfer over.  I don’t want you to miss a single recipe! 🙂

Converting It’s a Keeper to this new site gives me the flexibility to give ya’ll what you’ve been asking for!  So, here’s what’s in store for you at the new and improved It’s a Keeper:

What’s New

• Print Recipe Feature: So many of you have asked for printable recipes on It’s a Keeper.  You asked, I listened.  All of my new posts will have the recipes in an easy to use print box.  I haven’t gotten all of the old posts converted yet, but they’ll all be printable soon!  Check it out!

• Recipe Swaps: I get so many of my recipes from blogs, websites, emails, etc.  And, so many of you have shared your recipes and ideas with me through Facebook and Twitter.  Now, I want to share the wealth and encourage you to share your favorite recipes.  Starting soon, I’ll be hosting a weekly Recipe Swap. It’s a great way to see what others are cooking up and share what’s happening in your kitchen.  Stay tuned for more details!

• Shoes-day Tuesday: One of my favorite things, other than cooking, is shoes.  I love shoes.  Lots and lots of shoes!  Every Tuesday, I’m going to share my 2 favorite things with you…shoes and food.  Like peanut butter and jelly, oreos and milk or grilled cheese and tomato soup, I can’t imagine a better combination!  You’ll see.

Like, I said, it’s time for change!  But, wait….there’s more! This new site gives you more ways to stay connected with It’s a Keeper!

• Email: I love to feed people! I mean, can’t you tell from my posts?! S0, sign up for email notifications of my new posts and I’ll feed you (via email) my newest recipes

• Facebook: Easily connect with me on Facebook!  Just click “Like” in the box on the right.  It’s so easy and it’s right over there —->  Go ahead.  I’ll wait for you to click “like” before I continue….

• Twitter: If Twitter is your thing, make sure you follow me there too!

• Google Friend Connect: Another easy way to stay connected with me.

By staying connected, you won’t miss a single post!  Plus, you can interact and connect with other cooks, foodies and food lovers!  I’ve learned so much from all of my readers and followers during this year long journey — now, I want to share the wealth!

I’ve had so much fun over the past year and I can’t wait to see what 2011 will bring!  So, poke around my new digs and let me know what you think!

More Great Recipes on Everydaytastes.com!

Hey guys!  It’s a Keeper has moved!  I’ve switched to a new platform (with a new web address) so that I can offer you more features!  C’mon over to www.everydaytastes.com and check out the new site and the new features!  And, don’t forget to update your bookmarks and sign up for my email feed on the new site — the old addresses didn’t transfer over.  I don’t want you to miss a single recipe! 🙂

Converting It’s a Keeper to this new site gives me the flexibility to give ya’ll what you’ve been asking for!  So, here’s what’s in store for you at the new and improved It’s a Keeper:

What’s New

• Print Recipe Feature: So many of you have asked for printable recipes on It’s a Keeper.  You asked, I listened.  All of my new posts will have the recipes in an easy to use print box.  I haven’t gotten all of the old posts converted yet, but they’ll all be printable soon!  Check it out!

• Recipe Swaps: I get so many of my recipes from blogs, websites, emails, etc.  And, so many of you have shared your recipes and ideas with me through Facebook and Twitter.  Now, I want to share the wealth and encourage you to share your favorite recipes.  Starting soon, I’ll be hosting a weekly Recipe Swap. It’s a great way to see what others are cooking up and share what’s happening in your kitchen.  Stay tuned for more details!

• Shoes-day Tuesday: One of my favorite things, other than cooking, is shoes.  I love shoes.  Lots and lots of shoes!  Every Tuesday, I’m going to share my 2 favorite things with you…shoes and food.  Like peanut butter and jelly, oreos and milk or grilled cheese and tomato soup, I can’t imagine a better combination!  You’ll see.

Like, I said, it’s time for change!  But, wait….there’s more! This new site gives you more ways to stay connected with It’s a Keeper!

• Email: I love to feed people! I mean, can’t you tell from my posts?! S0, sign up for email notifications of my new posts and I’ll feed you (via email) my newest recipes

• Facebook: Easily connect with me on Facebook!  Just click “Like” in the box on the right.  It’s so easy and it’s right over there —->  Go ahead.  I’ll wait for you to click “like” before I continue….

• Twitter: If Twitter is your thing, make sure you follow me there too!

• Google Friend Connect: Another easy way to stay connected with me.

By staying connected, you won’t miss a single post!  Plus, you can interact and connect with other cooks, foodies and food lovers!  I’ve learned so much from all of my readers and followers during this year long journey — now, I want to share the wealth!

I’ve had so much fun over the past year and I can’t wait to see what 2011 will bring!  So, poke around my new digs and let me know what you think!

We’ve Moved! Please update your readers/bookmarks!

Hey guys!  It’s a Keeper has moved!  I’ve switched to a new platform (with a new web address) so that I can offer you more features!  C’mon over to www.everydaytastes.com and check out the new site and the new features!  And, don’t forget to update your bookmarks and sign up for my email feed on the new site — the old addresses didn’t transfer over.  I don’t want you to miss a single recipe! 🙂

Converting It’s a Keeper to this new site gives me the flexibility to give ya’ll what you’ve been asking for!  So, here’s what’s in store for you at the new and improved It’s a Keeper:

What’s New

• Print Recipe Feature: So many of you have asked for printable recipes on It’s a Keeper.  You asked, I listened.  All of my new posts will have the recipes in an easy to use print box.  I haven’t gotten all of the old posts converted yet, but they’ll all be printable soon!  Check it out!

• Recipe Swaps: I get so many of my recipes from blogs, websites, emails, etc.  And, so many of you have shared your recipes and ideas with me through Facebook and Twitter.  Now, I want to share the wealth and encourage you to share your favorite recipes.  Starting soon, I’ll be hosting a weekly Recipe Swap. It’s a great way to see what others are cooking up and share what’s happening in your kitchen.  Stay tuned for more details!

• Shoes-day Tuesday: One of my favorite things, other than cooking, is shoes.  I love shoes.  Lots and lots of shoes!  Every Tuesday, I’m going to share my 2 favorite things with you…shoes and food.  Like peanut butter and jelly, oreos and milk or grilled cheese and tomato soup, I can’t imagine a better combination!  You’ll see.

Like, I said, it’s time for change!  But, wait….there’s more! This new site gives you more ways to stay connected with It’s a Keeper!

• Email: I love to feed people! I mean, can’t you tell from my posts?! S0, sign up for email notifications of my new posts and I’ll feed you (via email) my newest recipes

• Facebook: Easily connect with me on Facebook!  Just click “Like” in the box on the right.  It’s so easy and it’s right over there —->  Go ahead.  I’ll wait for you to click “like” before I continue….

• Twitter: If Twitter is your thing, make sure you follow me there too!

• Google Friend Connect: Another easy way to stay connected with me.

By staying connected, you won’t miss a single post!  Plus, you can interact and connect with other cooks, foodies and food lovers!  I’ve learned so much from all of my readers and followers during this year long journey — now, I want to share the wealth!

I’ve had so much fun over the past year and I can’t wait to see what 2011 will bring!  So, poke around my new digs and let me know what you think!

Football Food: The Best Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip

Some of my favorite food is what I call “football food”!  You know, those recipes that: (usually) don’t require silverware, can be eaten off of plate that is carefully balanced on your lap, requires some finger licking (OK, a lot of finger licking!) and tastes great when washed down with a refreshingly cold beverage.  Ahhh, football food….

It’s a Keeper has moved!  To get this recipe, come on over to www.everydaytastes.com.

DON’T FORGET TO UPDATE YOUR BOOKMARKS AND, MAKE SURE YOU SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEW FEED AT WWW.EVERYDAYTASTES.COM!

 

Cast Your Vote for my One Pot BLT Pasta Recipe!

I just found out that my One Pot BLT Pasta Recipe was selected as a finalist in a Williams-Sonoma recipe contest!!! YIPPEE!!!!!  (I am literally bouncing off  the walls!)

I need your help though!  Please vote for me!  Go to the contest site and vote for my recipe — look for the photo above and the name Christina H.

Vote for me, please!

Voting ends Sunday Jan 30th at 11:59pm PST. Tell you friends to vote too!

Chocolate Eclair Cake

Hello.  My name is Christina and I’m addicted to recipes.  I can’t seem to stop clipping, printing, and scrawling ingredients and instructions down on napkins.    I’ve always loved recipes.  In fact, for my bridal shower, my sister sent blank recipe cards to all of my guests and asked them to share their favorite recipe with me.  I started my new marriage with over 70 tried and true favorite recipes from all of my friends and family.  What a treasure!

The other day, I needed to take a dessert to a party I was going to.  And, even though my husband was BEGGING me to make a chocolate peanut butter pie, I wanted to make something a little bit lighter.  I started flipping through my recipe boxes — all four of them — and came across this recipe for Chocolate Eclair Cake.   It was one of the recipes I received at my shower (my sister used very distinct recipe cards so I could easily tell that’s where it came from).

I hadn’t had this dessert in a very long time, so I thought I would give it a whirl!

It’s a Keeper has moved!  To read the rest of this post, come on over to www.everydaytastes.com.

MAKE SURE YOU SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEW FEED AT WWW.EVERYDAYTASTES.COM!

Reminder: It’s a Keeper has moved!

Hey guys!  It’s a Keeper has moved!  C’mon over to www.everydaytastes.com and check out the new site and the new features!  And, don’t forget to update sign up for my email feed on the new site — the old addresses didn’t transfer over.  I don’t want you to miss a single recipe! 🙂

Converting It’s a Keeper to this new site gives me the flexibility to give ya’ll what you’ve been asking for!  So, here’s what’s in store for you at the new and improved It’s a Keeper: