on Nov 11, 2013, Updated Sep 15, 2021 14 Comments When that time comes, I pull out my simple, yet oh so delicious recipe for making cornish hen and all becomes right with the world once again. At least in my mind. Generally, you can find cornish hen year round in the meat area of your grocery store. Mine usually has them in the frozen meat section alongside turkey breast, whole turkeys, and other seasonal large meats....
on Sep 26, 2012, Updated Jun 16, 2023 23 Comments Crab salad comes together in just a few minutes, but makes an impression that lasts. For entertaining large groups, I like to serve it in small tomatoes that have been hollowed out and a dollop of crab salad has been spooned inside. It makes a beautiful presentation and always seems to disappear quickly. Crab salad stuffed little tomatoes really is finger food at its finest!...
on Jul 19, 2011, Updated Sep 03, 2023 20 Comments One of my favorite things to serve for showers or lunches are cucumber tea sandwiches. A definite classic little nibble that sure does disappear fast. I remember growing up and watching Mother make cucumber tea sandwiches for various events, especially showers. I was always so impressed that in just a few minutes she had a beautiful tray of these sandwiches for her parties....
on Jan 04, 2013, Updated Sep 03, 2021 161 Comments I made something I think you are going to simply love. This. Spinach Artichoke Chicken. Oh my goodness gracious is it amazing! Think your favorite spinach artichoke dip all over the top of baked chicken. Yeah, it really is out of this world. There’s something so comforting about this spinach artichoke chicken that it has really become one of our favorite ways to eat chicken now....
Fish in a bowl! You’re already aware of my undying devotion to tilapia and my obsession with Mexican food. This is by no means a traditional Mexican dish but rather my take on a deconstructed fish taco. You’ll notice in this Mexican tilapia recipe that there are no tortillas involved, but fear not! The Mexican rice makes a lovely substitute. How to Make Fish Taco Bowls Step #1: Rinse the tilapia pieces and pat dry with a paper towel....
on Jun 11, 2018, Updated Jul 11, 2023 6 Comments A salad that includes chips and salsa? Yes, please! This Grilled Chicken Fiesta Salad is loaded with delicious Tex-Mex ingredients and flavor that is always a favorite. Grilled Chicken Fiesta Salad Recipe How to Make Grilled Chicken Fiesta Salad Ingredients Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full listing of ingredients, instructions, notes, and estimated nutritional information....
How to Make Grinder Salad A grinder sandwich is a classic Italian sub sandwich. But the reality is that all the flavor is on the inside! So I thought, why not make it into a salad? If you love Italian inspired salads then you will also love my Italian Chopped Salad and my Italian Pasta Salad. Italian Meats and Cheeses – Flavor packed salad with all of the deli meats and cheeses that really makes it feel like you’re eating a sandwich....
How to Make a Whiskey Smash Step #2: Add the whiskey, cover, and shake for 30 seconds. Transfer the mixture to an Old-Fashioned glass. In the 1990s, the Whiskey Smash became popular again, largely because of Dale DeGroff, a well-known bartender at the famous Rainbow Room in New York. DeGroff brought back and added his own twist to classic drinks like the Whiskey Smash. This move was a big part of the renewed interest in traditional cocktails seen in the early 2000s....
on Sep 11, 2019, Updated Jul 14, 2021 2 Comments Baked potatoes make a delicious and favorite side dish recipe perfect to serve alongside a salad for a light lunch or with a juicy rib eye steak as part of a larger meal. While I love to make baked potatoes in the oven, I’ve found that I can make quick and easy “baked” potatoes in my Instant Pot. They never disappoint with their soft and tender insides!...
on Dec 29, 2017, Updated Nov 02, 2022 14 Comments Easy meals are a weeknight staple at my house and I’m always striving to make them as healthy and delicious for my family as I possibly can! This time of year, when we are concentrated on health and happiness for ourselves and our families, I reset my habits from the rich, decadent meals from over the holidays to lighter meals that everyone loves....
on Apr 10, 2017, Updated May 10, 2024 447 Comments This Lemon Pound Cake’s sweet, slightly tart flavor happily greets your tastebuds as you take your first bite. Soft, moist lemon pound cake is drizzled with fresh, luscious lemon glaze for an out-of-this-world taste, making this homemade Lemon Pound Cake a favorite dessert recipe! This pound cake is amazing. I think it’s the absolute best lemon pound cake and tops all the others!...
on Dec 02, 2017, Updated Nov 10, 2022 20 Comments One of the things we love to do throughout the holidays, beginning around Halloween if I’m being completely forthcoming, is to make cookies. But without a doubt, Christmas cookies are our absolute favorite! I love to have my freezer filled with cookies ready to bake right before guests arrive throughout the Christmas season as well as be able to bake large batches of them on the weekend to give as gifts....
on Nov 06, 2015, Updated Dec 08, 2022 43 Comments Sam threw me a bit of a curve ball yesterday. For a while now, he’s requested red velvet cake for his birthday. I took it for granted that he’d have the same request this year. As I was talking to him over breakfast yesterday morning, I mentioned that I would be frosting his cake while he was in classes. Low and behold, that’s when he said, “Good deal....
It’s absolutely frigid outside, and I don’t like it one bit. The only good thing about this kind of weather is that it gives me a pass to indulge in as much cheese and pasta as my heart desires. How to Make Mediterranean Casserole Step #1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Cook pasta to al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside. Step #2: Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat....
on Mar 07, 2014, Updated Oct 07, 2021 4 Comments And then, this oatmeal raisin cream pie recipe just sorta happened. And I can not begin to tell you how much I love it. You may be thinking, “Raisins? Are you kidding me?” But seriously, you have just got to taste these things. They are ah-maze-ing! And addictive and take me right back to being an eight year old girl sharing an afternoon snack with my grandmother at her kitchen table....
on Aug 12, 2013, Updated Aug 09, 2023 17 Comments But friends, my heart says that the term salsa should only refer to that delicious tomato-based, addictive stuff I can’t seem to get enough of when we visit our favorite Mexican restaurant or we make at home. I know, I know. I’m weird. I think that fact was most likely established when I was three; yet, here we are with me sharing a recipe with a name that I battle with, but with the end result that I can’t get enough of....
on Jan 30, 2015, Updated Oct 08, 2021 12 Comments I’ve mentioned before how much my husband loves making pretzels. A guy that is most comfortable on his tractor, working in the hangar, or at the grill or smoker, I think he finds it somewhat relaxing to spend time in the kitchen making something he knows we all love so much. And we definitely love his pretzels! We request them regularly along with his pretzel buns and those cute as can be little pretzel pigs in a blanket....
on Nov 20, 2012, Updated Oct 25, 2021 50 Comments A layer of rich, buttery salted caramel topping on a light, flaky and oh so delicious shortbread crust – how in the world could THAT be wrong? Honestly though, I’ve had a little bit of an addiction to making caramel lately – specifically salted caramel – and these bars are the perfect way to share my addiction with others. These salted caramel bars make a wonderful dessert to take to a friend’s house throughout the holidays or to an office party or even to a church potluck....
on Feb 24, 2011, Updated Jun 06, 2023 26 Comments No matter the season, whether it’s spring and summer party season or the holiday season in the fall and winter, delicious appetizers are always great to have in your recipe collection. These shrimp and grits bites are great for showers, tailgates, parties, and holiday gatherings. And they are scrumptious with a salad for a light dinner. They are the perfect little bite-sized appetizer and a favorite flavor combination!...
on Aug 07, 2011, Updated Jan 05, 2024 11 Comments We’ve spent most of the past week in Idaho with my husband on a business trip and I just have to say I rather embarrassed myself immediately upon arrival. You see, I was chit chatting with another couple at the table beside us and the first thing I said was, “Oh my gosh, Idaho is gorgeous. It’s my first time visiting, but I’ve always loved the potatoes!...
