Recipes

We are nearing the month of August, which means I am trying to start getting prepared for back-to-school! We have some new first day of school signs being designed, and I’m gathering up some quick and easy school lunch ideas for kids. Emphasis on the quick and easy. Here are some of my favorite school […]

Oh the dear poop emoji that we have all come to love (how can we not love those bright eyes and wide cheesy smile?). Why not some poop emoji cupcakes for someone who could use some cheer?? I was walking through the store the other day and saw an emoji balloon, and thought it would […]

Perfectly Fluffy Buttermilk Pancake Recipe This is such an easy recipe to make and truly makes prepackaged pancake mixes weep-worthy. The dry ingredients make up the homemade pancake mix, adding the buttermilk, vanilla, eggs, and butter transforms it into the perfect pancakes. Even if you’re not a fan of pancakes the fluffy, vanilla infused buttermilk pancakes […]

This quick and easy Chicken Noodle Soup recipe is warm and delicious and also comes with a printable gift tag for sharing the goodness! Nothing warms you up like a warm bowl of soup. And no one makes soup like grandma. This quick and easy recipe will taste just like it came from Grandma’s kitchen. […]

Who doesn’t love a good cookie?! Even better, who doesn’t love a yummy cookie in giant form?! This cookie is both delicious AND the size of a cake platter! It is so easy to make and makes a great neighbor gift or can be a gift for your child’s teacher. I will definitely keep this recipe in mind as the holidays […]

If you’re like me and over did it on the zucchini plants, you probably have zucchini coming out your ears right now. Even if you only had one or two zucchini plants, you’re probably picking a zucchini every other day! Don’t let the zucchini madness overwhelm you! Here are some great zucchini recipes to use […]

Once baby comes, life can get a bit crazy! Even if it’s your first child, learning all the ins and outs of being a mother leaves little time for being a homemaker. Cooking will probably be the last thing on your mind! Cooking some meals in advance will prepare you for that moment when you’re standing […]

Elegant Entrees   Chicken Marsala Chicken cutlets in a sweet marsala wine and mushroom sauce is a classic Italian recipe that will impress your guests or that special someone.     Herbed Pork Roast with Potatoes This extremely tender pork roast is made flavorful with rosemary and garlic. Roasted low and slow along with seasoned […]

We love Cafe Rio in our family, but since we would break the bank going there every other week, we had to come up with a way to make it at home. The Cafe Rio Chicken salads is one of my favorite things to order, so this is a favorite recipe that gets used often! […]

Chicken Enchiladas are a favorite to make and freeze.  You can save it for a rainy day when you need to make a last minute meal for someone, or something to have on hand for an evening you don’t feel like cooking.  Such a good meal to be able to throw in the oven and […]

Ever wonder what to cook especially on those cold, winter nights when nothing really sounds good?  Something warm, creamy and delicious is exactly what you will get with this one!  Chicken pot pie, and for the kids that aren’t vegetable lovers, it’s easier to sneak those in to a dish like this, disguised with chicken […]

16 Recipes for the Perfect Shrimp Dinner     Shrimp is not only a savory seafood to please most any palate, it’s also a Vitamin D powerhouse. Vitamin D is not easy to get in measurable amounts in foods, but shrimp has about 30 percent of the daily recommended allowance in about three ounces – much […]

5 Mouth-Watering Meatloaf Recipes   Mom’s Meatloaf Recipe This meatloaf recipe is one that mixes the flavor of good old fashioned basic meatloaf with the added hint of sweetness from brown sugar. It isn’t too sweet, and it definitely isn’t boring.     Easy Meatloaf Recipe This is an easy recipe for those who like […]

Great Beef Recipes Using a Crock Pot   Swiss Steaks with Onions and Mushrooms     Tangy Crock Pot Meatballs     Mexican Tamale Pie     Slow Cooker Lasagna   Chinese Beef Strips     French Dip Sandwiches     Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes        

 How to Precook Frozen Chicken Using a Crock Pot When a recipe calls for cooked chicken, it extends the prep and cooking time quite a lot if you don’t have cooked chicken on hand. You can buy it at the supermarket, but it can be expensive to buy prepared foods. A simple solution is to […]

10 Deliciously Easy Ways to Make Chicken Chicken doesn’t have to be boring or complicated. These 10 chicken recipes will have your taste buds tingling and everyone asking for more. There’s a flavor for everyone, from Asian inspired to sweet crunchy coated tenders. All of the recipes are easy to make so dinner can be […]

7 Soups to Soothe Your Soul   Homemade Vegetable Soup   A hearty vegetable soup can warm you on the coldest of days while providing your body with the vitamin packed nourishment it needs to stay strong through the worst of storms.      Crock Pot Chicken Soup Chicken soup really is good for the […]

  Stovetop Lasagna   A classic Italian dish made fast and easy on the stovetop.  Serve with a garden salad or crusty bread and dinner is done.   Monterey Chicken with Roasted Red Potatoes A delicious tender chicken breast with barbecue sauce, melted cheese, bacon and tomatoes. Served with seasoned roasted potatoes. A restaurant favorite. […]

One of my favorite things about this Christmas season and time of year is peppermint frozen treats! Ice cream, shakes, whatever it may be…I love the texture of crunchy candy cane! Today I got together with my sisters to celebrate my little sister’s birthday and we decided to come home after going to lunch and […]

Can you smell it?  . . . FALL is in the air.  I Love it!!! Well because fall is almost here and summer is almost gone (it’s so bitter sweet), we thought we’d hit our summer farmers market one last time.  The kids loved it.  Fresh popped kettle corn, delicious blackberry creamed honey, powder-sugared mini […]

Growing up, I LOVED having hot chocolate at my best friend’s house because it was the best. Her mom made her own mix and stored it in the pantry. It was always there and it was always so so yummy. I don’t know why it took me so long to get the recipe from her […]

These are the perfect weeknight family dinners. They’re the most popular of our quick and easy dinners to get out of the kitchen fast, but they don’t skimp on taste (and even picky kids love them)! Cheese Steak Pockets Cheesesteaks are delicious, but can be too heavy with the usual thick rolls. By using pita […]

  Easy Crock Pot Pulled Pork Recipe Basil Garlic Whole Chicken with Vegetables Basil Garlic Whole Chicken with Vegetables Crock Pot Chili Crock Pot Chili Bacon Wrapped Apple Barbecue Chicken Easy Crock Pot Pulled Pork Recipe Slow Joes Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes Cowboy Chicken Cowboy Chicken Savory Beef Stew Recipe Savory Slow Cooker Beef Stew […]

Pepper and Sausage Calzones Ingredients: 1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed 1 cup chopped onion ¾ cup each chopped green, sweet red and yellow peppers 5 teaspoons olive oil, divided 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 Tablespoons sherry or chicken broth 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon pepper 3 teaspoons minced […]