Full Plate Thursday 2-2-12

Welcome to Full Plate Thursday, I hope that your week has been as good as mine. What an exciting week we have had here at The Cottage. We have a new Great Granddaughter, Ella June,  born January 30, 2012 she is a real cutie and we are so excited that she is here, of course we plan on spoiling her just a little. Another high light of this week was having lunch with my blogging friends Kitty of Kittys Kozy Kitchen and Patsy of Pattycakes Cooking. We met for lunch in the city and had a wonderful visit,  you can read all about that in an upcoming post.  I am so happy to see you today and can hardly wait to see what you have brought to share with us at the table.
 This Is How I Filled My Plate Last Week
Breakfast
Huevos Rancheros  at MJ's Kitchen
Morning Snack
Cranberry Pear Muffins  at Peanut Butter, Passports, and Epinephrine
Lunch
Black Bean Soup with Chorizo Ham and Bacon  at That's Some Good Cookin
Cherry Coke Float Cupcakes  at Moogie and Pap
Afternoon Snack
Chewy Bars  at Chocolate, Chocolate and More
Dinner
Mission Mango  at Taste Buds
Fudge Ripple Cake  at Mrs. Happy Homemaker
Jaque AKA Garden Dog Is Featuring His Friend Finn AKA The Cooking Assistant
If You Helped Me Fill My Plate Today Please Take The Red Plate Home
The Code Is On The Side Bar

Full Plate Thursday Background Story

When we were young and just starting out in life sometimes we did not have a lot of money. Most of our friends were having to stretch the dollars at the end of the month just like us. My girlfriends and I decided that we would pool our food for some of the evening meals right before payday... the last week of the month. I have some of the fondest memories from those days. We would all bring our food together and we had some great food and great fellowship. We would get the food on the table and everything ready, someone would bless the food and then the hostess would say "come fill your plate".
I have just a few suggestions before you leave your dish and fill your plate.
  • Link directly to YOUR RECIPE  and not to your web page.  
  • Scroll down to the button that says "click here to enter"
  • You will be asked to give your URL ( which will be your direct link to your post), the name of your recipe, and your email which we will not be able to see.
  • Then you will be asked to select a thumbnail from your post that will be uploaded to your entry.
  • Please include a link back to Full Plate Thursday, somewhere on your post. We will give you a gentle reminder if you forget...
  • Please leave me a comment before you leave the page and let me know that you are here, I want to be a good hostess.
  • Don't forget to visit with all the others, after all that is part of the fellowship that makes it so much fun, in addition to all the good food of course...
  • Grab The Full Plate Button if you like and take it home with you.
  • Now God Bless you and your food and everyone fill your plate!
Thank You So Much For Coming Today and Come Back Soon!
Miz Helen
Miz Helen

Cookbook Author, Recipe Developer, Organic Gardner.


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Comments

  1. Mrs Happy HomemakerFebruary 1, 2012 at 8:41 PM

    Thanks so much for featuring my Fudge Ripple Cake...and even more - Congrats on the new great grandbaby! What a blessing!!

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  2. poppilinnstudiosFebruary 1, 2012 at 8:41 PM

    Hi Miz Helen,
    Look forward to all the great recipes!
    Posted twice-don't know if they'll pop up or I'll try again later.
    Have a great week!
    -Lynn

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  3. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenFebruary 1, 2012 at 8:44 PM

    What a fun day we had, Miz Helen! Thanks so much for meeting us & thank your sweet hubby for bringing you. I shared a dip, soup & donuts with you this week. xoxox

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  4. KalindaFebruary 1, 2012 at 8:45 PM

    Hi Miz Helen,

    This week I have an Australian treat (kind of). It's a brownie dipped in white chocolate and rolled in macadamia nuts.

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  5. Anita Rowe StaffordFebruary 1, 2012 at 8:46 PM

    Miz Helen, Congratulations on the new baby, little girls need some spoiling! I have shared Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos and Lemon Cookies. Thank you for hosting!

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  6. Sheena @ Hot Eats and Cool ReadsFebruary 1, 2012 at 8:47 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting! Congrats on the new addition! Ella is my daughters name :)

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  7. Jill@RealFoodForager.comFebruary 1, 2012 at 8:50 PM

    Hi,
    I shared my video for making milk kefir and a recipe for raspberry jam. Lastly, an article about why I never eat commercial bread.

    Join me in my Probiotic Foods Challenge starting January 9 at Real Food Forager!
    http://realfoodforager.com/28-day-probiotic-food-challenge-signup/

    And link up your cultured and fermented foods here!
    http://realfoodforager.com/probiotic-food-challenge-linky/
    Thanks for hosting!

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  8. JessicaFebruary 1, 2012 at 9:56 PM

    Thanks for hosting! Today I posted my cultured citrus recipe.

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  9. Joy at The Liberated KitchenFebruary 1, 2012 at 10:01 PM

    Congratulations on your happy news! My rosemary pot roast is a nice, easy, make-ahead meal for long days of helping the new mama out ;)

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  10. bjFebruary 1, 2012 at 10:12 PM

    A new baby....congrats, Helen.

    I am sharing MOLASSES cookies this week. Never had them before Vee told me about them. Very good....and old fashioned. :)

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  11. Jerri at Simply Sweet HomeFebruary 1, 2012 at 10:24 PM

    Congrats to your family! And I love the name too!

    Thanks for hosting!

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  12. KateFebruary 1, 2012 at 10:28 PM

    Congratulations on that new little doll baby of yours! I'm sure she's an angel!!! Thanks for hosting!!! My mama's fried rice freezes well and makes great leftovers for busy new parents.....maybe your family could use a batch!

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  13. Stealthy MomFebruary 1, 2012 at 10:31 PM

    Happy Thursday! Thank you for hosting again. I am still shocked that you are already planting your garden. Today I posted Easy BBQ Meatballs. Too many people buy frozen meatballs and jarred sauce for Superbowl parties. That is such a shame, considering how simple that can be to make from scratch.

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  14. Emily @ Recipes to NourishFebruary 1, 2012 at 10:44 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting! I shared a delicious Strawberry Milkshake recipe w/ vegan option. Thanks again.

    http://recipestonourish.blogspot.com/2012/01/strawberry-milkshake.html

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  15. Debbie @ Easy Natural FoodFebruary 1, 2012 at 11:21 PM

    Congrats on your new grand daughter! She sounds beautiful. I'm sharing my Chicken and Corn Chowder and Marinated Pork Chops. Thanks for hosting!

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  16. Claire JustineFebruary 2, 2012 at 12:44 AM

    Congratulation to you all,thanks for hosting :0)

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  17. WinnieFebruary 2, 2012 at 12:55 AM

    Good Morning Miz Helen :)
    I'm sharing today my "Cherry Coffee Cake"
    Thanks for hosting this wonderful and inspiring party - I already see wonderful stuff here(!), and wish you a great weekend
    Winnie

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  18. DebsFebruary 2, 2012 at 2:47 AM

    Thanks for hosting Miz Helen. Those chewy bars look delectable, I'll be adding them to my to-do list for sure!

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  19. KaterinaFebruary 2, 2012 at 4:47 AM

    Another one beautiful roundup! Thanks for hosting!

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  20. Sam Hoffer / My Carolina KitchenFebruary 2, 2012 at 5:08 AM

    I know you must enjoy that new granddaughter. Congratulations.

    Thanks so much for hosting another Full Plate Thursday. I brought a Lemon Arugula Salad with Roasted Carrots & Parmesan. I hope you have a wonderful weekend with your friends.
    Sam

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  21. JocelynFebruary 2, 2012 at 5:52 AM

    Definitely spoil that little grandbaby:-) Thank you for sharing so many great foods each week.

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  22. AnonymousFebruary 2, 2012 at 6:13 AM

    Miz Helen, thank you for hosting!

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  23. BethFebruary 2, 2012 at 6:22 AM

    Hi Miz Helen, So glad to hear about your new grandbaby! Grandchildren are such a blessing!
    Hugs, Beth

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  24. Ambreen (Simply Sweet n Savory)February 2, 2012 at 6:25 AM

    Thanks for hosting the party. Congratulations Miz Helen on your new grand daughter! Have a great time :)

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  25. Angie AFebruary 2, 2012 at 6:27 AM

    Yum Yum Yum! Always Lovely Miz Helen! :) Thank you for hosting :)

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  26. KarenFebruary 2, 2012 at 6:51 AM

    I'm new here and so excited to find such fabulous recipes and food. Your blog is wonderful! I'm your newest follower.
    Karen
    Ladybug Creek

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  27. LauraFebruary 2, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    Hi Miz Helen,

    I shared two desserts this week: Apple Blackberry Crisp and Honey Almond Cookies. Thank you so much for hosting such a great event!

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  28. LisaFebruary 2, 2012 at 7:43 AM

    What a blessing to have your new great grand daughter with you! We've yet to become grandparents, but all in God's good timing. :)

    Sharing our recipe for cinnamon scones -- enjoy!

    ~Lisa

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  29. Lisa @ Lisa's Dinnertime DishFebruary 2, 2012 at 7:52 AM

    Thanks for hosting and congratulations on your new grandbaby!!

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  30. April @ The 21st Century HousewifeFebruary 2, 2012 at 8:02 AM

    Congratulations on your lovely new Great Granddaughter, Miz Helen!

    Thank you for hosting Full Plate Thursday. This week I've shared a cook once eat twice recipe for slow cooker Apple and Onion Roast Pork, which then becomes Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Caramelized Onions!

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  31. Charlene@APinchofJoyFebruary 2, 2012 at 8:30 AM

    Congratulations on the new Great Granddaughter! Someone told my mother that grandchildren are never spoiled -- they just get used to a lot of things! Good for them and good for the grandparents -- and great grandparents!

    Thanks for hosting! I shared my Egg in a Mug.

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  32. UnknownFebruary 2, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting and for showcasing my Chewy Bars! I've linked up Brown Mountain Cupcakes this week. Have a wonderful day!

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  33. Pat @ Elegantly, Gluten-FreeFebruary 2, 2012 at 8:58 AM

    For this first Thursday in February I've brought some easy-to-make Ground Beef Hash (GF, DF).

    I hope you're having some lovely Texas weather to start your onions growing!

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  34. CandaceFebruary 2, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting, Miz Helen! It's been awhile since I've had something to bring to your table. I've linked up my latest Mushroom Lasagna. I hope you enjoy it. Have a wonderful day, Candace

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  35. City ShareFebruary 2, 2012 at 9:08 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting! I haven't written in a while, but I'm happy to be back at the party. Congratulations on the new great-granddaughter! How fun! My daugher turned 7 months on Jan. 30th! We are sharing a No-Noodle Lasagna this week.

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  36. Kendahl @ Our Nourishing RootsFebruary 2, 2012 at 9:12 AM

    This week I am sharing my support thread for Week Three of the GAPS Challenge. I can't believe we're already that far into the challenge!

    http://www.ournourishingroots.com/january-29-2012-week-three-of-the-gaps-challenge/

    I'm also sharing my latest REAL FOOD 101 post on how to make butter and buttermilk. Enjoy!

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  37. RobynFebruary 2, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    Miz Helen

    Congrats on the new Great Granddaughter! You are only planning to spoil her a little?

    Glad you had the chance for a Blogging Friend Girl's Lunch! Sounds like fun.

    I linked up French Onion Soup and Meatballs this week.

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  38. RebeccaFebruary 2, 2012 at 9:25 AM

    Hi Miz Helen. What a joy to have a new grandbaby! Congratulations! Thanks so much for filling your plate with some of my muffins. Today I posted a Couscous Salad recipe that is light and refreshing. I hope you have another wonderful week!

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  39. carolinaheartstringsFebruary 2, 2012 at 9:51 AM

    Hello. Great recipes today! We linked up a mushroom jalapeno quinoa recipe that is awesome. Come over and visit.

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  40. AnonymousFebruary 2, 2012 at 10:09 AM

    Miz Helen,
    Hi! Thank you for hosting. I have a Blueberry scone recipe today. Pat

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  41. Bibi @ Bibi's Culinary JourneyFebruary 2, 2012 at 10:33 AM

    What a spectacular line-up Miz Helen...thank you so much for hosting every week.

    Today I am sharing my Turkey Bacon & Tomato Stew...hope you enjoy it.

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  42. VickyFebruary 2, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    Hi Miz Helen! I shared a post about Turmeric this week with a simple Dhal recipe. Thank you for hosting!

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  43. France@beyondthepeelFebruary 2, 2012 at 10:51 AM

    Hi Miz Helen, I hope you're having a great week. I brought a Split Pea and Stilton Soup today. I'm looking forward to browsing around.

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  44. ElisabethFebruary 2, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    Hi Miz Helen-thank you for hosting...yet, another winning group of blogger sharing their amazing foods!
    Congratulations on your new Granddaughter. Such a blessing! May you enjoy her for a lot of years to come, in health and happiness:DDD

    I'm linking up with my Hot-and Spicy Chickpea patties, which are again from Weight Watchers recipe!
    Have a wonderful weekend!
    xoxo

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  45. AnonymousFebruary 2, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    Hello Miz. Helen,

    This week I am sharing a fun double chocolate hazelnut coconut cookie. Grain free, vegan, and cane-sugar free.

    Be Well,
    –Amber

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  46. Susan YoungFebruary 2, 2012 at 1:54 PM

    Hello Miz Helen,

    I'm sharing my easy chicken parmesan recipe. Thank you for having me.

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  47. MsFoxsSweetsFebruary 2, 2012 at 3:34 PM

    Thanks for hosting Miz Helen!

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  48. Winelady CooksFebruary 2, 2012 at 3:38 PM

    Hi Miz Helen, Thanks for hosting this terrific party. I've shared an easy recipe to serve mac and cheese for the Big Game.

    Have a great weekend,
    Joanne

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  49. DianeFebruary 2, 2012 at 4:10 PM

    Thanks for hosting. I've shared a easy family favorite.

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  50. Flavors by FourFebruary 2, 2012 at 4:29 PM

    I just found your site last week and I love it. I've shared a brownie recipe. Thanks for hosting.

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  51. UnknownFebruary 2, 2012 at 5:16 PM

    Thanks for hosting!!

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  52. Gypsy HeartFebruary 2, 2012 at 8:39 PM

    Congratulations! Can't wait to see pics of her. I know you had a great time at lunch with the ladies too. I've really missed being here and catching up with all the great recipes.

    Thanks so much for hosting!

    xo
    Pat

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  53. Rachael @ GratefullyNourishedFebruary 2, 2012 at 9:12 PM

    Thank you for hosting, I love having pictures of everything, it all looks so GOOD! Congratulations on the new great grand-baby.

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  54. MargueriteFebruary 2, 2012 at 9:28 PM

    Hi Miz Helen! What a great party! Congrats on your new great granddaughter and thanks for hosting!

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  55. LynnFebruary 3, 2012 at 5:54 AM

    That fudge ripple cake sounds really good! Happy Super Bowl Weekend:@)

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  56. Vicki V @ blestnest.blogspot.comFebruary 3, 2012 at 7:48 AM

    There is always good stuff here! Thanks for being the hostess with the mostest!

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  57. Vanessa MercadoFebruary 3, 2012 at 9:01 AM

    nice pics!!! enjoyed your blog...

    visit my blog!!!

    http://voguelyvan.blogspot.com/

    kisses!!!

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  58. Heather S-GFebruary 3, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    Thanks for the feature this week, Miz Helen! =)

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  59. Debra Daniels-ZellerFebruary 3, 2012 at 1:53 PM

    Thanks for featuring Finn's Carrot Salad this week Ms. Helen! It's an honor to be featured. Woof to your cute little dog!

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  60. mjskitFebruary 3, 2012 at 4:32 PM

    Thanks so much for featuring my Huevos Rancheros! I'm thrilled that they were selected from among all of the other wonderful recipes! I've linked up again this week. Thanks for hosting and have a great weekend!

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