If you have been following my recent posts, it’s probably no surprise to hear that I love all the fresh produce that is sold this time of year. Something about fresh, in-season products being sold in stores and in little stands by the side of the road this time of …
Exactly when I discovered the combination of bacon, ranch, and chicken is a mystery, but I do know it was a big deal in my culinary world. I am a little hesitant to admit that I am not even a big fan of bacon. I know, I know… how is …
As I mentioned last week, it is finally garden harvest time! One of the must-have vegetables we had in our garden growing up was zucchini. Zucchini is super versatile and it tastes great as a component in many different dishes. One of the most common things to make with zucchini …
It is finally home garden harvest time! After all the daily hard work that goes into keeping a garden during summer, August and September seem to be the times that make everything worth it. Not to mention, it is so exciting to see and eat the literal fruits of your …
Sometimes you just can’t decide what kind of cookie to make, and chocolate chip cookies just seem too “basic.” Not so with these scrumptious cookies! About a month after moving into our new home, I found myself finally settled in and ready to have some serious fun in my new …
My mother-in-law gave me an Instant Pot for Christmas a few years ago, and I’ll be honest, I had never heard of one until that trip. My sister-in-law had made a meal for the whole family with hers right before Christmas and I was intrigued by it. When I actually …
I have never liked breakfast. I remember my dad and I always ate granola bars for breakfast when I was growing up. My mom and brothers preferred more traditional breakfasts, so we definitely had breakfast food in the house. I could never force myself to eat anything else in the …
Hello again! My goodness, has this been one of the busiest times in my life! My family just had an opportunity to move closer to my husband’s work (yay for a commute that is half as long!) and we took it. We purchased a new house, moved, and sold our …
Cinnamon and pecans add a delicious twist to this classic treat!
I am not 100 percent sure why, but I associate scalloped potatoes with springtime. Maybe it’s because they tended to be part of my family’s Easter meal growing up? Whatever the reason, they are one of the side dishes I crave most this time of year. I remember enjoying scalloped …