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I just realized that my 3 year blog anniversary was yesterday. It slipped by, almost unnoticed.
Blogging has changed my life, so to allow my blog anniversary go by without much celebration would not be fair. Changed your life, you say? Isn’t that a bit overly dramatic, Kristen? Nope… blogging truly has changed my life. I have been re-acquainted with my love for writing and because of that have had some amazing opportunities come my way. I’ve met some of the coolest people ever through my blog… generous, humble, talented, beautiful, fun, witty, supportive folks. I am blessed to consider many of you my friends, and I thank you for that!
When things have been hard, you have helped me to get through it. You let me know that I was not alone… we are all in this thing called life, together. Your warm, thoughtful and supportive emails and comments have meant so much to me. I am truly humbled every day to wake up to new comments by you, so thank you!
When there were times of celebration, you have been there… cheering right along with me.
Through my kitchen successes and my kitchen flops, no matter what, the encouragement that I have received from you, my readers, has made soldiering on worth it!
I’ve been in a bit of a blogging/life funk lately, but I woke up today feeling renewed, inspired and ready to get things back in gear… to take Dine & Dish back to where it used to be. The food blogging world has gotten so big over the past 3 years… there is a lot of inspiration out there. I’m ready to start being inspired and to hopefully inspire others again.
Monkey Bread has been the most popular recipe of all the recipes on my blog. Funny how a recipe using canned biscuits (and is soooo fattening) is so popular, isn’t it? I think this recipe summarizes everything that I want my readers to get out of Dine & Dish. I hope that when you come here you find compelling stories, easy, family friendly recipes, with a little bit of monkey business thrown in. Thank you so much for a fantastic 3 years. I appreciate your support, friendship and love!
Monkey Bread
| 3 | cans buttermilk biscuits |
| 1 | cup sugar |
| 2 | teaspoons cinnamon |
| 1/2 | cup margarine |
| 1 | cup brown sugar |
- Cut each biscuit in fourths with scissors.
- Shake biscuits in bag with sugar and cinnamon.
- Layer biscuits into greased tube pan.
- Melt margarine and brown sugar and boil 1 minute.
- Pour over biscuits.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes at 350 degrees.
- Let stand 10 minutes before removing from pan.
Congrats on 3 years! I just past one and while its hard at times, it is very encouraging to see people keep up with it for so long. Here’s to many more years and to a blog that you certainly should be so very proud of!
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HAPPY BLOGIVERSARY!!!!! 🙂
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I always enjoy your posts and appreciate the balance you strike between personal anecdotes and delicious recipes. Life and relationships come together around food, whether joyous occasion or otherwise, and it’s comforting to know that others (like you) are going through both the ups and downs that life can throw at all of us, handling both with as much grace as possible. Thanks for continuing to share!
Best,
Casey
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I am so glad to see you back – I have missed you.
Congrats on the 3 years!
.-= pickycook´s last blog ..herb & spice roasted vegetables with red wine & mushroom gravy =-.
Congrats on 3 years, Kristen! This is quite an accomplishment!
You will get through this so-called funk; sometimes it just takes awhile.
BTW, this recipe is delicious!
.-= Lynda´s last blog ..Herb Dip (and a Happy Thanksgiving!) =-.
Happy three years! Blogging is hard work and to keep a blog going for that long takes real dedication and passion. Congratulations!
.-= Lydia (The Perfect Pantry)´s last blog ..Nishiki rice (Recipe: chicken or turkey fried rice) =-.
Happy 3 years!!! I am looking forward to the next 3 years of yummy food.
.-= leslie´s last blog ..Look who I met….. =-.
Happy 3rd blogiversary! Congratulations for your terrific work. I enjoy it very much.
.-= Heather @ what’s blooming this week´s last blog ..Forcing Bulbs for Winter Blooms =-.
Congratulations on three years! That is a huge thing. I hope you have many, many more years of sharing fun, family-friendly food and ideas.
.-= Sarah Caron´s last blog ..Thanksgiving Leftovers Recipes =-.
Happy blogiversary!
.-= Laura´s last blog ..Pesto Pasta =-.
Wow! 3 years is amazing =D. Here’s to many more!
.-= Lauren´s last blog ..Daring Bakers: Cannoli =-.
Happy blogiversary!
.-= Di´s last blog ..Thanksgiving treats =-.
Happy anniversary, Kristen!
I always enjoy reading your blog, besides the recipes and photos, I’d say it’s the feeling I have when I’m visiting here.
It just feels so comfortable! 🙂
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Congratulations! I love your site and look forward to visiting each day! Thanks for sharing your kitchen, your family and yourself with me!
Here’s to many more anniversaries!!!
Erin
Happy blogiversary! You are a true inspiration, Kristen. I enjoy your stories and your recipes. Hang in there, honey, you’re a strong woman and life will be good again.
Kristen, congrats on the 3 years of blogging! Whatever it is that you are going through keep your head up and you will make it through, stronger!!
.-= Jennifer @ Maple n Cornbread´s last blog ..Maple Infused Noshes =-.
Big hugs to you, dear Kristen, and congratulations! Yours was one of the first blogs that inspired me and I remember, even before I had a blog, I was so excited to get a comment from you on one of my Flickr photos! I’m so grateful to count you among my blogging friends. 🙂
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Fabulous photo. Really.
Congratulations on 3! Keep on writin’!
.-= Amy J in SC´s last blog ..They’ll Make You Sing Muffins =-.
Kristen – congratulations on 3 years of blogging! I am so happy that we got to meet this past summer – your blog was one of the first one’s I read that really “spoke” to me and it’s good to see you are inspired to jump back in again! We all have times when it’s hard to blog (I’ve been in a funk lately as well… finally getting out of it as well).
gonna have to try this monkey bread.. it looks so hard to resist!
.-= patsy´s last blog ..Thanksgiving: Mom’s Hot Rolls =-.
3 years of Dine & Dish…hooray! Congrats on all your efforts: Blogging can be such a time-consuming but marvelous thing, and I’m happy to hear you plan on sticking with it. Happy anniversary!
.-= Sandie (Inn Cuisine)´s last blog ..Holiday Season Special: Inn the Sweet Kitchen, Part 1 (Recipe: Cocoa Meringue Cookies) =-.
Many congrats on 3 terrific years, Kristen! Yours is among the handful blogs I enjoy reading most!
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oh congratulatons! 3 Years! I hope that my blog makes it that long! and YUM monkey bread is the best. Beautiful pictures! 🙂
.-= Ariel´s last blog ..Happy Thanksgiving! =-.
Happy Blogaversary. It has been an incredible journey for 3 years.
I do enjoy your blog. I am going to use the Monkey Bread recipe for my next semester class. It will be a hit I am sure.
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Happy Belated Anniversary. And I must be one of the few who hasn’t tried Monkey Bread yet!
.-= Mrs. L´s last blog ..Happy Thanksgiving =-.
Monkey bread is one of my favorite memories from childhood (and we had it over Thanksgiving). Happy blog-birthday.
.-= Stephanie´s last blog ..Manly Socks =-.
Mmmm, this bread looks amazing! I must try soon. Happy Blog Anniversary! Wow, 3 years! Way to keep it going all this time.
.-= Deanna´s last blog ..Thanksgiving = Yum =-.
Congratulations on hitting the 3 year mark! It’s not easy to sustain the passion but I think love for cooking, love for writing, and most importantly love for sharing are three essential ingredients.
.-= Nate´s last blog ..The Big Guide to Foodie Gift Guides =-.
MONKEY BREAD!!!!!!!
I dream of monkey bread! I haven’t had it since I was a little kid… who knew it was so easy?
.-= Tiffany´s last blog ..A paper cup, a hammer, and some sugar walk onto a balcony… =-.
Happy 3rd year on your blog. I love this monkey bread. I make mine the same way but don’t make it that often due to the fat content. I may have to make it for Christmas morning. Thanks for reminding me about it. My daughters love it.
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Congratulations on your anniversary! I can’t believe I’m coming up on my 4th in February. The time really flies, doesn’t it?
I’ve never made monkey bread, and to be honest, I’m almost afraid to try. I’m afraid my husband and I will love it so much, we’ll want to fix it every weekend!! Maybe I’ll make it as a special treat for Christmas Eve morning.
I don’t remember when or how I first came upon your blog, but I consider you a great blogging friend and hope things are going well in your life. I hope you and your husband and darling kiddos have a wonderful Christmas season. Be well, Kristen.
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Many congrats on 3 years-Attractive images and these look so incredible and your stuff is amazing! thanks so much for all your amazing recipes.
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Happy belated 3-years!! I have been reading your blog for so long now, and am excited to see what the future brings.
.-= Deborah´s last blog ..Buttermilk Cake with Caramel Icing =-.
Congratulations on 3 years! Your writing is always a pleasure and so are your recipes. The bread looks like such a wonderful treat.
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Happy Blog Birthday!
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Three years! Wow… That is long time! Congratulations on your anniversary!
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Congratulations on your 3-year anniversary! I love your blog. Keep on writing….
.-= Liz´s last blog ..Podcast 84: Boon Fly Cafe … and Breakfast Any Time =-.
Monkey bread is my hubs favorite. He always begs for it:) Congrats on 3 years!
.-= Maria´s last blog ..Cinnamon Roasted Almonds =-.
CONGRATS on 3 years! Happy you are happy!!
Happy 3rd Anniversary from a new fan 🙂
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Happy 3rd Anniversary from a new reader! 🙂 I believe that blogging has changed your life because it has also changed mine.
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Can’t wait to try it. Thanks for the recipe.
Looks tasty, thanks for recipe
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I recently had monkey bread at one of my favorite Atlanta restaurants: it was made complete with a bourbon-peach creme anglaise dipping sauce. It was mind-blowingly good, and I’ve wanted to make it since. I dug up your recipe from my bookmarks; this will be a perfect weekday version to try!