Kentucky Corn Pudding (with Recipe) & 31 Days To a More Organized Life!

Today we're having a tasty re-run - since I'm busy preparing for the next 31 days.

Why? We're participating in the 31 Days Series (which runs each day in October) and our topic...is
"Tasks that take 31 Minutes or less to make your life...just a little bit easier!"

I'm finding that as my days get busier I have to break things into tiny tasks. And, that's exactly what we'll be focusing on!

Since it's autumn, I'm in the mood for hearty and rustic dishes.
This one is a favorite of mine. Try it!
Maybe it will be a favorite of yours, too!
And, let us know what you think in the comments below!

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If any of you remember my post from a while back where I experienced my first fried green tomatoes, you might also remember my first corn pudding. (I took a really bad picture of it - shown below.) It tasted amazing.

So, I thought I would try to replicate it.
It was a bit like a custard, a tad soufflé.

I tried this Beaumont's Inn's Famous Corn Pudding Recipe and it was 95% of what I remembered. I'm sure it's no coincidence that the Beaumont Inn is in Kentucky.

(Oh, and I added some nutmeg.)

Kentucky Corn Pudding - from the Beaumont Inn

2 cups white whole kernel corn, or fresh corn cut off the cob
4 eggs
8 level tablespoons flour
1 quart milk
4 rounded teaspoons sugar
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
(I added 1/8 t. nutmeg)

In a large bowl, stir the flour, salt, nutmeg, sugar and butter into the corn. In a separate large bowl, beat the eggs well and add the milk. Add the egg/milk mixture to the corn mixture and stir. Pour into a Pyrex dish. Bake at 450 for about 40-45 minutes.

Important:
Stir vigorously with a long fork three times (approximately 10 minutes apart) while baking - disturbing the top as little as possible.

Sadly, my camera focused on the gryos burger in the back, but you can at least get a feel for my finished product.

It was very good. Custardy, sweet corny goodness. Let us know what you think!
Enjoy!

Linking up with:

VIDEO: 25 Different Ways to Wear a Scarf

I saw this on TidyMom and just had to share it.

We're entering the scarf season. I have tons. But, I never wear them because I feel like I'm doing the same knot or toss over the shoulder every time.

Not anymore! Check out this video of 25 different ways to wear thin to bulky scarves. And, at the very end of the video - click on whatever you like and it will link to another video which will show you step by step how to do it. Very cool.

Which is your favorite?

I like the waterfall, the celebrity, the DIY Infinity and the Decoration.

How about you?

Tell us in the comments below.

Blog Tip: You Don't Even Know...It's Not Working! (Save the Pigeons!)

Can you spot the problem?
I'll give you a hint.

Ah! THERE it is!
The no reply address.

It means that unless someone happens to know you personally, or is willing to hold their bushel basket of 50's in one hand while they put on their thinking cap with the other...and try to find how to contact you through your blog...you are pretty much unreachable.

Now, I do have a coop of finely trained homing pigeons at the ready for cases like this. But, they get tired. Oh, so tired.

Here's the good news!
It's SOOOOO easy to fix!

Hop on over to Funky Junk and check out this post. Donna has you covered. It's in the "Activate Your Profile/Email" section just a little while down the page.

While you are there, check out her others tips, too.

Now, perhaps you have your e-mail intentionally blocked.
But, I betcha 99% of you just don't know the default setting exists.

And, you never know!
Some leprechaun might have a pot of gold with your name on it.
More likely, if you are an Etsy seller or small business owner, you are missing out on a buck or two.

It only takes a minute.
Do it today.
Save the pigeons!

Totally Random Tuesday & Super Simple Tips That Don't Cost a Penny (Part 2)

Before we get to today's Super Simple Tips, I have a strange question for you.

Let's just call this...
Totally Random Tuesday!
(Hey, maybe we'll make this a regular feature - who knows)

Today's Totally Random Question is:

When you are at hanging out at home, are you:
a) Wearing your shoes
b) Wearing only socks
3) Wearing slippers
42) Shoeless Joe - letting those piggies fly free!

Let us know in the comments below!

Okay, so a while back we did Part 1 of Super Simple Tips That Don't Cost a Penny. And, you guys shared some ideas of your own, too.

Here's a couple more ideas I love.
Speaking of shoes...

Shower caps.
Boy, I must have thrown a million of these puppies into thelandfill over a lifetime. Who knew there was a use that didn't involve a moo-moo and blue hair? Muu Muu? Whatever it's called. (My apologies to any of you who have blue hair.)

This one makes me smile. Yep, I have plastic travel soap containers. Plenty. And, I can't tell you why - considering when I travel I pack bath gel and the little baby soap from whatever hotel I'm in. This is a travel tip I'll prolly use.

Okay, then.
So, shoes? No shoes? Slippers? Nekkid toesies?
What's your pleasure?
Tell us in the comments below.

Linky Parties - Where You Can Find Us

Meet Tink - 1 of 2 of our cats. (Sorry she's so blurry.)

I will be adding to this list each day...
(I connect to a lot of fun parties!)

See the "LINKY PARTIES" section at the top of my page?
Hopefully, it will be a handy reference for you.

Do You "Pinterest?"
You'll see some of the cool things I find through those parties
pinned on my Rustic Wedding Style (& Home Decor) Pinterest Board
and also featured on CafeD's Pinterest Board. Check them out!

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MONDAY PARTIES
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Dittle Dattle


Boogie Board Cottage


Making the World Cuter


Jam Hands


Cherished Bliss


Craft-O-Maniac


The Girl Creative


Between Naps on the Porch


Mad In Crafts


Polly Want a Crafter


Daily Dish Recipes - This Week's Cravings


Keeping It Simple


Homestead Revival (Blog Hop)



The Prairie Homestead (Blog Hop)



A Southern Fairy Tale
Gathers Delicious Recipes on Mondays.


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TUESDAY PARTIES
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Beauty and Bedlam


My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia


Leigh vs. Laundry


Life With My 3 Boybarians


Not Just a Housewife


Reasons To Skip The Housework


Carolyn's Homework


Me and My Boys


Sugar Bee Crafts


Coastal Charm


Hope Studios


Organize and Decorate Everything


At Home With K


The Thrifty Home


The Rik Rak Studio


Tip Junkie



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WEDNESDAY PARTIES
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Whatcha Baking Wednesday


Beyond the Picket Fence


Night Owl Crafting


This Chick Cooks


Flip Fops & Pearls


Parenting By Dummies


A Fresh Perspective


Baby, Baby, Lemon


Better In Bulk


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THURSDAY PARTIES
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Somewhat Simple (Wednesday Night)


Shabby Creek Cottage


House of Hepworths


The Vintage Farmhouse


The Complete Guide to Imperfect Homemaking


Between U and Me


Momnivore's Dilemma



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FRIDAY PARTIES
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OUR FRIDAY FREE-FOR-ALL!
Here at Cooking at Cafe D



Fingerprints on the Fridge


The Shabby Nest


30 Handmade Days


Blessings Overflowing


My Romantic Home


The Hollie Rogue


It's a Blog Party



The French Country Cottage


The Charm of Home


Common Ground


Funky Junk (Fri night - Sun night party)


Shine Your Light


Flip Flops & Pearls (Blog Hop)


Hines-Sight (Blog Hop on Last Friday each month)


Katherine Martinelli's Food Blog Hop
Click for Katherine's Site


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SATURDAY PARTIES
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5 Minutes Just For Myself



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SUNDAY PARTIES
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It's So Very Cheri


My 1929 Charmer


Easy Natural Foods - Sunday Soup Party



Check back...New ones all the time!