on Aug 19, 2014, Updated Sep 16, 2021 7 Comments This time of year, eggplant is definitely one of those vegetables that makes an appearance in the garden, the farmers’ market and the local grocery store produce department. Thankfully, eggplant is one of those vegetables that you can use in so many ways and it is always delicious! I love to use it in place of pasta in my eggplant lasagna recipe and you know what?...
on Aug 14, 2017, Updated Aug 19, 2019 32 Comments If you love soup as much as I do, then this tortellini soup is one I think you should add to your must-make soon list. Packed with flavor, tender vegetables, and cheese-filled tortellini. It is perfect for rainy days when you just want something comforting, yet light enough that it doesn’t weigh you down after you eat it. We’ve had a few days like that lately and even though it isn’t technically “soup season” around here, I’ve consumed enough of this soup to make anyone believe that it is!...
on Jun 23, 2014, Updated Aug 27, 2021 20 Comments The Waldorf Salad was first created between 1893 and 1896 by Oscar Tschirky, the New York Waldorf Hotel’s maître d’hôtel. His original recipe was made using only apples, celery, and mayonnaise. Walnuts were added by the time the recipe was first published in a cookbook in 1928 and then grapes were added to the recipe later. Growing up, this was one salad recipe that my Mama could easily get me to eat....
on Jul 28, 2024 No Comments This makes our 218th Weekly Meal Plan created over the years. I hope you have enjoyed them! We are reintroducing this well-loved weekly feature and are now offering them through our Recipe Collections resource. The best part? It’s FREE (and EASY)! How to Save Your Own Favorite Recipes We have created a Recipe Collections Tutorial as a guide. It is so easy to save your favorites, but this guide makes it even easier....
How to Make White Bean Bruschetta Step #1: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Spread a thin layer of butter onto one side of each slice of bread, then arrange the buttered bread slices on a baking sheet in a single layer (buttered side up). Toast until golden brown, about 10-12 minutes. The fresh tomatoes in this bruschetta add just the right amount of sweetness and acidity, balancing the savory olive oil drizzled on top....
on Jan 17, 2016, Updated Sep 29, 2021 6 Comments I love the flavors of caprese salad. The blending of the creamy mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, basil and the touch of balsamic vinegar are just absolutely delicious and something that I never ever ever ever get tired of eating. Add chicken to it and you better bet I’m all in! Years ago, I shared my recipe for Grilled Caprese Chicken that we love to fire up the grill (or grill pan!...
on Feb 03, 2015, Updated Jul 20, 2021 58 Comments Salmon recipes have to be some of my favorite fish or seafood recipes. I could seriously eat salmon two or three times a week and be perfectly happy. Thankfully, over the years, I’ve figured out how to make baked salmon that turns out absolutely perfect every time. You can use any type of salmon filets that you prefer, I personally use wild-caught salmon from Alaska....
on Feb 28, 2019, Updated May 22, 2023 1 Comment Salads can make some of the most delicious and satisfying main dishes, especially when they are as flavorful as this Balsamic Steak Salad! My family especially enjoys hearty salads for supper during the warmer months – such as this one and my Citrus Shrimp Avocado Salad. And so many others, like my Chicken Salad with Grapes or loaded side salads, are always a favorite any time!...
on Dec 12, 2012, Updated Mar 20, 2020 18 Comments Waffles and pancakes are pretty frequent visitors to our breakfast table. They are always welcome and always disappear in a flash! Since my family loves them so much, I like to keep some of this Buttermilk Waffle and Pancake Mix made ahead and in my pantry. This easy mix makes the most scrumptious, light and fluffy waffles and pancakes. And you can enjoy a hot stack with butter and syrup in just minutes using this!...
on Dec 09, 2015, Updated Sep 07, 2021 8 Comments Around my house, pecans are the king of all nuts! Bart loves them something fierce and I try my best to keep a bowl of simple roasted pecans around for adding to salads, oatmeal, and even just for quick snacking. But, there are times when I want to make them even more special and give them a quick dip in melted chocolate for good measure!...
on Jul 07, 2013, Updated Sep 08, 2021 19 Comments As an ice cream recipe that doesn’t use eggs or require for a base to be cooked, it really couldn’t be easier to make either. I simply mix together my ice cream base of cream, milk, cream cheese and sugar, and then start adding in all kinds of chocolate. That’s when my son starts standing closer and closer to the counter watching the action....
How to Make Cinnamon French Toast Step #1: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). I love serving this recipe alongside my Loaded Sweet Potato Hash and Eggs or Potato Frittata for a hearty breakfast! The dish evolved over centuries and across cultures. In medieval Europe, it was commonly known as “pain perdu” or “lost bread” in France, and “Arme Ritter” in Germany, both names alluding to the practice of rejuvenating old, hard bread by soaking it and cooking it anew....
on Oct 17, 2016, Updated Aug 19, 2019 23 Comments There is just something downright magical about this soup! It makes one of the creamiest, most comforting soups that you’d swear it included tons of cream and butter to make it so. But, in reality, it doesn’t have a drop. Not a single bit. Creamy Cauliflower Soup Recipe I love that I can feel good about serving this soup to those friends and family who have dairy sensitivities or who are following a Paleo, Whole 30, or similar lifestyle....
on Mar 29, 2014, Updated Nov 30, 2023 10 Comments The perfect crust for my Key Lime Pie, KK’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie, and No-Bake Lemon Cream Pie is one that I turn to time and again! It never fails me! You’ll never need to buy store-bought crust again after you make this perfect graham cracker crust. It is one of the first pie crust recipes that I made on my own....
on Apr 10, 2014, Updated Sep 03, 2023 8 Comments A frittata makes one of our favorite simple recipes that we love as much for breakfast or brunch as we do for a light supper. A frittata is so easy to pull together and makes an elegant dish to serve when entertaining guests for the weekend. I love the ease of this frittata recipe in that you can quickly whip together your eggs and milk, toss in the leftover ham that you’ve diced, add in a package of spinach you’ve thawed and drained, and then stir in a few more items, pour it into a skillet, toss it into a preheated oven and in a few minutes you have a glorious meal that everyone will love!...
You’ll be surprised how quickly and easily this Thai rice dish comes together. Here’s the scoop: grab that cold rice from the back of your fridge, pick any protein lounging around – chicken, eggs, tofu, you name it – and toss in a handful of veggies. A splash of soy sauce, maybe a bit of fish sauce if you’re feeling fancy and you’re in business. It can be anything you want it to be, depending on what’s in your fridge....
on Oct 26, 2013, Updated Oct 28, 2021 5 Comments There’s nothing better than warming up with a delicious, hearty soup after an early evening of trick-or-treating, in my opinion! Or, staying in and passing out candy to all the cuties dressed up as ghosts and goblins galore knocking on your door! Either way, you are a certainly a winner with a simple, scrumptious, and not-so-scary soup buffet! Halloween Soup Buffet Taco Soup Recipe White Chicken Chili Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup Black Bean Chili Vegetable Tortellini Soup Recipe French Onion Soup Broccoli Cheese Soup Loaded Potato Soup Tips for serving a soup buffet: Keep it simple....
on May 30, 2011, Updated Nov 12, 2022 24 Comments Homemade vanilla ice cream is pretty hard to beat. At least in Little Buddy’s book. It’s his favorite. No elaborate Coffee Almond Fudge or even that Brownie, Butterfinger Chunk for him. It’s so easy to make. Six essential ingredients for the ice cream itself, along with ice and ice cream salt if you are using a traditional ice cream churn....
on Jun 01, 2015, Updated Jul 20, 2021 20 Comments I have to tell you. We’ve found it and it couldn’t be simpler. Seriously. We love a good steak around my house. It’s one of the meals I know I can prepare that everyone in my family will always be excited to eat – no matter the time of the year. But, regardless of the cut of steak you purchase, steaks aren’t inexpensive....
Let’s clarify things for a second here. I am not a contractor, and this is not an article about the technical aspects of actually completing specific projects. I’m writing this because throughout 3 months of gutting and renovating a 2600 square foot home, I’ve learned a lot about the planning, process, and execution of a whole house remodel project. Even with a top notch general contractor, you should know the overall timeline and order of operations (so to speak) to complete a large-scale project in the most efficient and organized way possible....
