Twain’s wise words lead us to TetonTrekker’s joyful January, where beans reign supreme despite a hubby-and-son-led legume boycott—plus, a smoky cookbook and mac and cheese standoffs. Happy Bean Year!

After years of perfecting our holiday menu, our New Year’s Eve tradition is all about comforting Ham and Beans. The recipe, enriched with the aroma of holiday ham, is a celebration of family and winter joys. Key tip: soak the beans for better texture. It’s a simple pleasure that freezes beautifully and warms the heart. Cheers to winter comfort!

#TBT Here’s last week’s Throw Back Thursday recipe, “Snickerdoodles”. Tune in at 6pm Mountain time each Thursday for another episode, on my @TravelingTrivet FaceBook VIP group.

Back in the day, my mom always made my birthday extra special with her homemade German Chocolate Cake. Even though I don’t make it now because I’m the only one who likes the frosting, this cake will always hold good memories. My mom’s secret? Using real buttermilk and folding the batter patiently.

Mac and cheese has a long history, with its modern version tied to the US. Thomas Jefferson played a role in popularizing it. Over time, it became a comfort food and a household staple, with numerous variations. The post also contains a personal recipe recommendation and ends with warm wishes.

#TBT Here’s last week’s Throw Back Thursday recipe, “Yüan-Hsiao (Festive Dumplings)”. Tune in at 6pm Mountain time each Thursday for another episode, on my @TravelingTrivet FaceBook VIP group.

#TBT Here’s last week’s Throw Back Thursday recipe, ” Blueberries and Boulettes”. Tune in at 6pm Mountain time each Thursday for another episode, on my @TravelingTrivet FaceBook VIP group.

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#TBT Here’s last week’s Throw Back Thursday recipe, “Baked Apple Cranberry Pudding”. Tune in at 6pm Mountain time tonight for another episode, on my @TravelingTrivet FaceBook VIP group.

#TBT Here’s last week’s Throw Back Thursday recipe, “Apple Strudel “. Tune in at 6pm Mountain time tonight for another episode, on my @TravelingTrivet FaceBook VIP group.

#TBT Here’s the 7/8/21 Throw Back Thursday recipe, “Šunkafleky “. Tune in at 6pm Mountain time tonight for another episode, on my @TravelingTrivet FaceBook VIP group.

#TBT Here’s the 7/1/21 Throw Back Thursday recipe, “Red, White, and Blue Salad “. Tune in at 6pm Mountain time tonight for another episode, on my @TravelingTrivet FaceBook VIP group.

#TBT Here’s the 6/24/21 Throw Back Thursday recipe, “Cornish Pastiesd “. Tune in at 6pm Mountain time tonight for another episode, on my @TravelingTrivet FaceBook VIP group.

#TBT Here’s the 6/17/21 Throw Back Thursday recipe from Favorite Recipes of Home Economics Teachers SALADS Including Appetizers PG 290

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#TBT Here’s the 6/3/21 Throw Back Thursday recipe from Mom’s 1962 Better Homes and Gardens New Cookbook, Page 224

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This simple recipe is a refreshing surprise with only 3 ingredients. It was sort of a first time success, I know I wanted to try the combo of the key lime and St-Germain in a margarita, so I made a cocktail with equal parts of each and it was perfection!

This is a super easy and very popular dish at pot lucks. It goes great with any dish. I would double or triple as needed for a crowd.