Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats
Our new neighbor, John, stopped by and brought a few zucchini he’s been growing in his yard. I had a pound of ground chicken in my fridge ready to turn […]
Ham And Corn Chowder
Corn Chowder has to be one of my favorite soups. What’s great about this soup is that you can make it completely vegetarian by changing or omitting some […]
Read More →Mini Spinach And Artichoke Chicken Casseroles
My Mini Spinach And Artichoke Chicken Casseroles combine two of my very favorite things to eat, spinach and artichoke dip, and chicken on a biscuit. Combining the two and making […]
Read More →Chicken Ramen Noodle Casserole
This Chicken Ramen Noodle Casserole is quick and easy to make. I don’t know about you, but I love Ramen noodle soup, so when I came across this recipe, I […]
Read More →Wild Blackberry Cobbler
As you’ll know, my husband and I now live on a mountain in Tennessee. As we’re making changes to the inside and outside of our home, life has […]
Read More →Bella Collina
It was my husband Steve’s birthday last April, and we were invited out to lunch at Bella Collina to celebrate with our dear friend Wes Reed, with Reed Family Wealth […]
Read More →Strawberry And Arugula Salad
My Strawberry and Arugula Salad is a great summertime dish. In one of my earlier posts, the link is listed below, I talk about how to make three different kinds […]
Read More →Shrimp Boil
My Shrimp Boil, with its bold and distinct flavors, will take you on a quick culinary trip to the heart of New Orleans. The second best thing about this dish […]
Read More →Chicken Alfredo Monkey Bread
I’m making Chicken Alfredo Monkey Bread today. I’m calling this dish semi-homemade because some components aren’t store-bought. The dish is so cheesy, I promise everyone in your family will love […]
Read More →Banana Bread With Streusel Topping
If you’ve read my Mission Statement, I talk about using the grocery store as my sous chef. There are so many great products out there today that can make your […]
Read More →Braciole
Growing up, my grandmother made Braciole on special occasions. The time it takes to make the dish shows how much love and care she would spend making her Braciole. Braciole […]
Read More →Roasted Fennel With Pecorino Romano
Steve grilled a couple of steaks on the grill and asked if I would make a side dish to accompany them. We love fennel, so I thought I’d roast some […]
Read More →Italian Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner
I saw this recipe being made on the Food Network and knew right then I had to make it and put my spin on this dish. This sheet pan dinner […]
Read More →Southern-Style Collard Greens
There’s nothing better than making a huge pot of Southern-style Collard Greens. Now, I will say there is a lot of prep involved in making a great pot of greens, but I […]
Read More →Lemon-Rosemary Roasted Chicken With Brocccolini
This is my Lemon-Rosemary Roasted Chicken With Broccolini. I know there may be some of you who don’t know or who care for broccolini, but the good news is you […]
Read More →Korean-Inspired Braised Beef Short Ribs
This year wasn’t the traditional Thanksgiving dinner with turkey and all the fixings. I’m not the biggest fan of turkey, although I love all the side dishes. Don’t get me […]
Read More →Easter Pie
My inspiration for this Italian dish comes from a very close and longtime friend of mine, Cheri. She told me about an Easter Pie her grandmother used to make for […]
Read More →Hash Brown Casserole
My Hash Brown Casserole comes to mind when we talk about comfort food. It’s the perfect side dish for breakfast. You could substitute this for any potato side dish, and […]
Read More →Wonton Soup
This dish is one of my new favorites. I love dumplings (potstickers) of any kind. I couldn’t find the mini dumplings or the baby-style Bok choy today, but that’s okay. […]
Read More →Mojo Marinade
I want to talk a little bit about my Mojo Marinade. I’ve looked at a lot of Mojo recipes, and most of them are done in a blender, and that’s […]
Read More →Chicken Stroganoff
Beef Stroganoff is a classic, but how about Chicken Stroganoff? Tender chicken fillets dance around in the luscious Stroganoff sauce, nestled over a bed of fresh pasta. I can just […]
Read More →Sheet Pan Chicken Quesadilla
I’ve been seeing a lot of new and innovative cooking ideas recently. Maybe the best ones are those where everything is done on a sheet pan. I love it! Also, […]
Read More →Chicken Stroganoff
It’s super cold outside today, so I wanted to try something a little different. I thought I’d do a twist on the classic Beef Stroganoff, which I’ve done before using […]
Read More →Chicken Noodle Casserole-Two Ways
Some people like their Chicken Noodle Casserole with a breaded topping, or maybe you don’t. I’m going to be showing you that both ways are equally delicious. For this recipe, […]
Read More →Clafoutis With Blackberries
This dish is so easy to make that your family and friends will love it so much they’ll be begging you for the recipe. This is my Clafoutis With Blackberries. […]
Read More →Bánh Mi
Bánh Mi has to be one of my favorite sandwiches. These sandwiches pack a flavor punch as no other sandwich can. The combination comes from the richness of the pulled […]
Read More →Honey Garlic Chicken
I love one-pot meals, like my Honey Garlic Chicken, so I’ve decided to add a new category to my menu, and I’m calling it one-pot dishes.” My Honey Garlic Chicken […]
Read More →Roasted Turkey And Brie Panini 🥪
Steve, who’s now my husband, today, wanted me to make him a turkey Panini. I’m not sure what he had in mind to go with the turkey, but I had […]
Read More →Roast Beef Dinner, English-Style
When it came to making Sunday dinner, my mom pulled out all the stops. I loved watching her in the kitchen, making food she grew up eating. This is my […]
Read More →Gnocchi With Artichoke, Basil, And Lemon
Homemade pasta can be overwhelming. Not gnocchi, though — it’s super easy. Anyone can make these delicious Italian dumplings. There are two kinds of gnocchi: one made with mashed Russet […]
Read More →Carne Guisada (Hometyle Texas-Style Tacos)
You’ll see a lot of Mexican recipes on my blog because I love anything Mexican or Tex-Mex. The bold flavors, the sauces (Moles), and the toppings, I love them all! […]
Read More →French Potato Pie (tourte aux pommes de terre)
Today I’m making French Potato Pie or Tourte aux pommes de terre, which is a specialty of central France. My two favorite things are potatoes and anything savory cooked in […]
Read More →Sweet And Tangy Chicken Drumettes
These Sweet And Tangy Chicken Drumettes could not be easier to make. I was a little skeptical about how easy this was to make, but I was wrong. It’s super […]
Read More →Fingerling Potato Salad
Today I’m making Fingerling Potato Salad to go along with my Sweet and Tangy Chicken Drumettes. The link for these delicious drumettes will be available at the link below. Fingerling […]
Read More →British Spice Blend
This homemade British Spice Blend is an awesome alternative whenever a spice blend is called for in any cake, pudding, or mixed spice baking recipe. This flavorful blend includes […]
Read More →Sweet Potato Grits
Sweet Potato Grits can take your grits to the next level. I’ve paired it with Koren Braised Beef Short Ribs, a recipe I can’t take complete credit for. I do […]
Read More →Summertime Tomato Gratin
Whenever I’m making homemade croutons for a recipe, I always make extra. Homemade croutons are great on salads and soups, or if you’re like me, as a snack. Today, I’ll […]
Read More →Chicken Enchiladas With Salsa Verde
Every day, Steve’s telling me about how certain items have been either discontinued or are out of stock at our local grocery store. When I’m not home, one of his […]
Read More →Provençal-style Baked Chilean Sea Bass
Melissa has just come home for a visit and is staying at a rental home close to me. I’m excited to get into the kitchen and make a great home-cooked […]
Read More →Christini’s Ristorante Italiano
It’s become a yearly tradition, when Melissa comes home to visit, to treat ourselves to a great dining experience. Christini’s Ristorante Italiano was one I don’t think we’ll ever forget. […]
Read More →Philly Cheesesteak Pizzas
Who doesn’t love a Philly Cheesesteak? I think it’s a safe bet the answer is they love this traditional sandwich. Today I thought I’d do a “mash-up”. I’m combining all […]
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