Acts 20:24

When our goal is to honor the Lord, He guides and guards us each step of the way. Whatever our hopes and dreams may be, when we place them in God’s hands we know that everything, including setback or success, is under His control.

But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God. - Acts 20:24

Green Apple-Lime Martini

Chili Rellenos Casserole

I love Chili Rellenos. This casserole offers all the same flavor with less calories or work.

Chili Rellenos Casserole

Ingredients:
2 cans green chile peppers, drained
8 ounces Jack cheese, shredded
8 ounces Cheddar cheese, shredded
2 eggs, beaten
1 can evaporated milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup milk
1 can tomato sauce

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Lay half of the chilies evenly in bottom of baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the Jack and Cheddar cheeses, and cover with remaining chilies. In a bowl, mix together the eggs, milk, and flour, and pour over the top of the chilies. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove from oven, pour tomato sauce evenly over the top, and continue baking another 15 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining Jack and Cheddar cheeses, and serve.

Dish Soap Silly Putty

Lemon Curd

Lemon curd is a thick, tart, spreadable lemon cream that is versatile in many delicious deserts.

Lemon Curd

Ingredients:
1 cup white sugar
3 eggs
1 cup fresh lemon juice
3 lemons, zested
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Directions:
In a large microwave-safe bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until smooth and thoroughly combined. Whisk in lemon juice, lemon zest and butter. Cook in the microwave on full power for one minute intervals, stirring after each minute. This process will take about 3-5 minutes depending on the strength of your microwave. You will know the lemon curd is done cooking when it coats the back of a metal spoon. Remove from the microwave, push through a fine, mesh sieve and pour into sterile jar.

Growing a Lemon Plant

Do you love lemons? Did you know that you can plant lemon seeds indoors and grow small lemon trees inside your home or office? Planting lemon seeds indoors not only provides you beautiful greenery to look at  but smells fantastic. 

Growing a Lemon Plant

Instructions:
Fill a flowerpot within two inches to the top with potting soil from an unopened bag. Take a lemon and cut in half with a sharp knife. Remove the mature seed – you can tell if a seed is mature because it will be plump. Rinse your lemon seeds in water ensuring that you remove all the sugarcoating. The sugar will encourage fungi to grow and kill your lemon plants. Plant your lemon seed about a half an inch deep in the center of your flowerpot. You need to do this immediately as dried lemon seeds will not germinate. Moisten your potting soil with water making sure not to over water it. Cover your flowerpot with plastic wrap, and place it in a warm location such as the top of the refrigerator until you notice your seeds have germinated. Move your flowerpot to a bright lit area such as a window and enjoy.

Tornado Cake

It is one of the easiest and most delicious cakes you can make and everyone loves it.

Tornado Cake

Ingredients:

Cake:

2 cups all purpose flour

1 teaspoons baking soda

2 cups granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

20oz can crushed pineapple

Topping:

1/2 cup salted butter

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

2/3 cup evaporated milk

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup chopped pecans

1 cup sweetened coconut flakes

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 350° and grease a 9x13" baking pan with butter. In a large mixing bowl, mix together your flour, sugar, baking soda, eggs, vanilla, and crushed pineapple. Pour into your baking pan and bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown. Poke several holes in the cake with the handle of a wooden spoon. In a medium sized sauce pan, heat your butter, sugar, evaporated milk, and vanilla until it reaches a boil

Mix in your pecans and coconut and continue cooking for about 5 minutes on medium heat, stirring constantly. Pour your topping evenly over your cake, slice, and enjoy.