Occasionally, when life is really busy, or just plain crazy, I cheat and doctor a cake mix rather than cook from scratch. I would rather have company over and serve them an easy dessert, rather than not entertain at all. When the cake mix brand that I like goes on sale, I will buy aRead More
Pecan Crusted Roughy
I’m afraid that every week I am going to have a “this is what I really made” post. When I posted my menu plan, I intended to make Herb Crusted Cod, but I didn’t check my pantry very well before I made my menu plan. Then when I set out to make dinner I discoveredRead More
Honey Mustard Dressing
This Honey Mustard Salad Dressing Recipe uses Dijon mustard, white vinegar, oil, and honey. This Honey Mustard Vinaigrette is a simple salad dressing to make. This recipe is also easy to remember and easy to adjust since you use equal parts of the four main ingredients. I like making my own salad dressings because itRead More
Chai Spiced Meringues with Pecans
I love finding ways to combine chai spices with traditional recipes. And meringues were just asking for a flavorful makeover. Meringues are primarily made of egg whites and superfine sugar. You don’t need to buy superfine sugar because you can easily make superfine sugar yourself. Meringues are easy to make and the batter comes togetherRead More
Pretzel Coated Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
This is a fast and easy recipe to make in bulk for either a party or to freeze and use as a base for a simple dinner on busy nights. If I use this recipe for dinners, it makes enough for 3 meals for my family of 5. The flavor of the honey mustard marinade comes through the pretzel crust,Read More
Beef Stew Casserole
I was surfing the web under the guise of research yesterday when I discovered a humorous post titled Why I Love this Man. The author, Karen Hawkins, wanted to make her grandmother’s soup but didn’t have all of the ingredients so she made some substitutions. The quinoa she used in place of the pasta soaked up allRead More
Garlic and Rosemary Red Potatoes
This quick and easy garlic and rosemary red potatoes recipe is made on the stovetop instead of in the oven. I was craving potatoes the other day, but I wasn’t sure I had enough time to make them with our dinner. So instead of baking potatoes or roasting them, I decided to boil quartered redRead More
Orange-Spice Ham Glaze
My kids love this spicy glaze and told me that I needed to share it. Although this recipe calls for pear sauce, I should note that it could be made with applesauce instead. In fact, I did make my ham glaze with applesauce for years, but the last time I made it I had an openRead More
Dairy-Free Fudge
You will not miss the milk in this dairy-free fudge recipe! Dodging dairy can be a little difficult at the holidays when recipes with cream and butter are flowing pretty freely. My oldest son cannot consume dairy, but I do not want him to miss out on the delicious candies. I don’t want him to feel deprived;Read More
Cinnamon Bark Candy Recipe
I love my Easy Peppermint Bark, but my husband’s favorite bark is this Cinnamon Bark. It is as easy to make as the peppermint bark and actually comes together faster. You can add any type of nuts to the bark including candied nuts. It only takes a couple of minutes to melt the white chocolate and theRead More
Asian Turkey and Rice Soup
This Asian Turkey and Rice Soup is a delicious twist on turkey soup. This afternoon my oldest son complained of having a sore throat. My first response was to make soup. I usually make Chicken and Rice Soup but this time I decided to experiment with leftover turkey. I also had leftover Basmati Rice andRead More
Homemade Turtle Fudge
This is a decadent variation on traditional chocolate fudge. This recipe make 4 1/2 pounds total, so it could easily be divided between 2 gift tins. I used my Easy Homemade Fudge Recipe as the base and then added melted caramels and pecans in the center and topped it with another layer of fudge. This recipeRead More
Red Clover Tea Recipe
You can use clover flowers to make this red clover tea recipe. My husband would prefer a weed-free lawn, but indulges my desire to allow the dandelions and clover to coexist with the grass. We do not put chemicals on our lawn, so that we may enjoy our weeds. 🙂 Red clover is a sourceRead More
Chicken Noodle Casserole
This chicken noodle casserole recipe combines the flavors of homemade chicken noodle soup in a delicious casserole. While I was sorting laundry today, my four-year-old combined olive oil, peanut butter, and a Costco-sized container of cinnamon and put the mixture in coffee filters. When I reminded him that he was not supposed to cook withoutRead More
Mediterranean Garden Frittata
I should let you know right off that my daughter named this dish. I wanted to call it Italian Vegetable Frittata, but she didn’t think that sounded romantic or exotic enough for her favorite frittata. She is a kindred spirit to Anne of Green Gables and often complains about the plebeian names I give my dishes.Read More
Flourless Chocolate Cookies
This flourless chocolate cookies recipe are chewy and taste like brownies! You can even add your favorite brownie add-ins if you wish. Flourless chocolate cookies are delicious and easy to make. The ingredient list is similar to a meringue cookie recipe except this uses whole eggs instead of just egg whites. The directions are differentRead More
How to Make Simple Syrup
Have you passed on making a recipe because it called for simple syrup and you didn’t feel like running to the specialty store and paying four – five bucks for a small bottle of sugar water? Well, pull out those recipes because you can make simple syrup yourself easily and inexpensively! How to Make Simple SyrupRead More
Basmati Rice with Onion and Garlic
This easy Basmati Rice with Onion and Garlic is made on the stovetop. I often buy Basmati Rice Medley at Trader Joe’s. In addition to aged Indian basmati rice, it contains wild rice and some dehydrated vegetables. I think it makes a lovely base when I make a stir-fry. My oldest son doesn’t mind eatingRead More
Granola Bar Pie Crust and Mixed Berry Pie
My daughter’s friend shared the idea of using granola bars to make a pie crust with my daughter. It is an easy alternative to making a graham cracker pie crust or a cookie pie crust and it only uses 2 ingredients: crunchy granola bars and butter. Granola Bar Pie Crust Recipe Yield: 1 – 9in. pieRead More
Chicken and Mango Salad with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing
I enjoy our cool evening weather and have a hard time coming in from the garden to make dinner. So I usually bring a bowl of greens with me when I finally come in and throw together a salad. The inspiration for this salad was a great sale on mangoes and limes at our localRead More
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