Corn overload! Summer’s here which means the return of fresh sweet corn. I love bringing this dish to cookouts and potlucks. 3 cups Sweet Corn ¼ cup Onion; chopped 1 can Cream of Corn ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder Salt and Pepper to taste 2 cups Cheddar Cheese; divided Preheat oven to 375°F. — In aContinue […]
Homemade Dill Pickles and Pickled Red Onions are amazing! They’re so crisp, fresh and tangy, making for a great snack or ingredient for various dishes. They last in the fridge for up to 2 months just remember that the longer they stay in the brine, the less crunchy they will be. 1 large English Cucumber;Continue […]
Leftover spaghetti and chili from dinners passed? What’s a girl to do! Make Chili Spaghetti, of course! It was amazing! Definitely going to be doing this again next time I make chili. 8 cups Leftover Chili Con Carne or any type of Chili 16 ounces Spaghetti Pasta 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Parsley for garnish BringContinue […]
I made quesadillas for lunch and they were so quick to make! I wasn’t happy with the tortillas I made last night so I made a second batch. So much better! Of course, you can use store-bought tortillas but I highly recommend making them from scratch at least once! Ancho Chicken: 3 large Chicken ThighsContinue […]
I bought these steaks to be my birthday dinner over a month ago, but then the whole covid thing happened so I tucked them away in my freezer. Well, tonight’s the night! My sense of taste is still a bit wonky, but it was good! Seared Pesto T-Bone Steak, Cinnamon Butter Baked Sweet Potato, SouthContinue […]
I love biryani rice because it’s jam packed with flavor! I didn’t have time today for the more traditional version, so I took a few shortcuts. Namely using ground, dried herbs. The flavor wasn’t lacking (even though I had to omit some spices) and the husband absolutely love it! It’s definitely not a traditional biryani,Continue […]
Macaroni and Cheese with bacon? Yes, please! It went brilliantly with the slow smoked Dry Rubbed Ribs, Creamy Corn & Potato Bake and fried cabbage! It’s dinner time! 3 cups Elbow Pasta ½ cup Butter ½ cup Flour 2 cups Whole Milk 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder 1 Tablespoon Italian Herbs 1 cup Sharp Cheddar 1Continue […]
I decided to try something new as a side dish this Labor Day. I was in the middle of baking a Strawberry Rhubarb pie when the idea to create a bacon lattice top for a mashed potato dish would be not only delicious, but also a bit of a show stopper! It really didn’t disappoint.Continue […]
My Aunt DeAnn makes the most amazing Blueberry Muffins! I decided to try and recreate it with a twist! They’re incredible served warm with butter! Lemon Twist Blueberry Muffins 2 cups All-Purpose Flour ½ cup White Sugar ½ cup Brown Sugar ½ teaspoon Salt 2 ½ teaspoons Baking Powder ⅓ cup Vegetable Oil 1 TablespoonContinue […]
Such a great winter weeknight dish and a childhood favorite of mine! Making this dish in a slow cooker is the easiest way to have an amazing meal when you come home at night! It’s hearty and filling and oh so delicious! 1 bag of dried Split Peas 2 quarts Chicken Broth 2 Ham HocksContinue […]
I made Steak Pizzaiola and Vegetable Carbonara for the first time and it made for an amazing winter dinner! I was looking for an authentic Italian recipe that I’d never heard of before. It really hit the spot and I will definitely be making it again! Steaks: 2 -1″ thick Sirloin Steaks 4 Tablespoons Butter;Continue […]
I love well balanced meals! The whole thing about dieting is that there’s no such thing as the cure-all diet. I’ve tried keto, paleo, Atkins, etc. but the diet that works best is loading up on the veggies and making the star of the dish a protein that you love. So tonight I made blackenedContinue […]
Baked Orange Honey Hot Wings for a late lunch! They turned out delicious! Popping them back in the oven to caramelized the sugars in the orange juice and honey was a game changer! Wings: 2 lbs Chicken Wings ¼ cup Cornstarch Garlic Powder, Salt and Pepper to taste — Orange Honey Hot Sauce: ½ cupContinue […]
It’s always fun to try new things and broaden your culinary horizon! If you know me, you know that I’m as close to a carnivore as you can get. However, I scored an amazing deal at my local store on some vegan Italian Sausages and Bratwursts. After checking the ingredients list for anything unsavory, IContinue […]