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Paula and Diabetes

I watched the Today show this morning with Paula Deen.   And I was impressed with really how open she was, and how right.

It is not what I eat, but how much of it I have eaten over the years that has caused my Type 2 diabetes.  You can’t expect to eat high fat, sugary foods at every meal and throughout the day and not expect consequences.  It will happen eventually.

If you have watched Paula at all in the last few years you will notice a slight change in her recipes, not enough to lose the taste, but enough to make a difference.  And before you ask…No I can’t name one specific recipe to back me up.

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Chicken Noodle Soup-Paula Deen

Nothing says comfort like a good Chicken Noodle Soup on a cold winters day.  When it comes to Chicken Noodle Soup I don’t think calories, carbs or anything but how good it tastes and feels as it goes down.

I remember when I was a kid my Mom would always give me Chicken Noodle Soup when I had a cold or even when I came out of the cold, it warmed me right up and made me feel better.  It is a comfort food!  Much like chocolate!

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Cheesecake-A Tradition

What was the world like before cheesecake? I can’t imagine!

I went on an Internet search for the origins of cheesecake (yes, I have way to much time on my hands). It seems it has been around for a very long time. As far back as 776 BC (no! Not Before Children) the ancient Greeks are thought to have served cheesecake to the first Olympians before the games. Of course the Romans could not be outdone and spread the taste throughout the Roman Empire. A couple of thousand or so years later the European immigrants brought the delicious concoction to America. And all this before the Cheesecake Factory was even thought of!

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Paula Deen Rules Again!

In my humble opinion Paula Deen rules in the kitchen! I have several of her cookbooks and enjoy each one.

PaulaDeenStore.com, which is operated by Cooking.com, was formed so that you can order all Paula Deen branded products as well as a selection of more than 7,000 additional cooking-related items to be delivered right to your home. PaulaDeenstore.com is staffed with a knowledgeable customer service team that’s ready to answer any question and offers a guaranteed, easy-to-shop site and efficient, affordable delivery every time.

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Skillet ‘n Griddle Set

As with most of what comes out of Paula Deens kitchen these skillets are some of the best quality for the price I have ever used.  I love the color. With the non-stick coating I don’t even need oil. My food does not stick, clean up is very easy.  I have some arthritis in my hands and to lift a heavy pot is sometimes difficult, but with these loaded with food they are very easy for me to handle.  Good grip on the handles is what makes it so easy to use.  I absolutely love these pots.  Can’t say enough!

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Pumpkin Cheesecake

This is one of my favorite recipes for pumpkin from my favorite chef…Paula Deen.  My husband made it a couple of years ago for Thanksgiving and it was a huge success.  It is easy to make and can be made a day ahead of the holiday.  I hope you enjoy it as much as my family did.

Happy Holidays!

Ingredients
Crust:

* 1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
* 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1 stick melted salted butter
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Filling:

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Cousin Johnnie’s Caramel Apple Cheesecake

Those of you who have followed the blog for a while know I am a huge fan of Paula Deen. She is my cooking hero. Anyone who can cook with butter and not feel any shame has my vote for cook of the century.

This cheesecake recipe I tried last year when apples were in season and it was wonderful. Going to make it again in a couple of days so dug the recipe out and sharing it with you. Even if you are not a seasoned cook, this recipe is easy.

Ingredients:

Crust:

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Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

For those of who are regular readers, you must have realized by now that I have a love affair with sweets and most if not all of Paula Deens recipes. Well, she has done it again with this cupcake recipe for the Fourth of July picnics…Enjoy!

I will tell you though I cheated a little by adding more cocoa powder…1 teaspoon just didn’t seem enough!

Ingredients:

2   large eggs, room temperature
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 cup sugar
2 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoon red food coloring
1 teaspoon white distilled vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions

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Broccoli Cole Slaw

Like a lot of people I am getting ready for my Labor Day gathering.   We don’t have a huge family, but we like to graze.  So the challenge for me is to find foods that  can be set out and people “graze” on all day.

Another challenge I have is my son-in-law, who is a great cook, doesn’t like any salad with mayonnaise in it.  So for him, potato salad is out.  I remembered a recipe that my sister-in-law made years ago and have been looking for it all day and walla…..I found it in one of Paula’s cookbooks.   She has saved my day again!
Ingredients

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Hamburgers–Paula’s Way

Labor Day is this weekend and for some it is the last of the summer cookouts.  It is a time for celebrating the American Worker, and in these economic times no one person deserves more thanks than the American Worker.  Celebrate and thank all of those who are working to make this country a better place.

What better way to celebrate than with a truly American icon….the hamburger.  There are so many ways to prepare it.   My mother, God Bless her only knew one way…burnt.   My kids used to call them Hockey Pucks…I tended to agree with them, but not to her face.

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