Spicy Honey Grilled Chicken
It’s summer, and that means firing up the grill. We have some old standby favorites when we cook out, but we’ve also found some new...
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Classic Toll House Cookies
May 15 was National Chocolate Chip Day (Not to be confused with National Chocolate Chip COOKIE Day, which is August 4), and I was seeing...
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Red, White, and Blueberry Cake
It’s hot outside, and Independence Day is just around the corner. Why not start your day off with something patriotic?This moist, delicious cake works for...
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North Carolina Thirteen Layer Cake
We call this Thirteen Layer Cake because that’s how many layers I used to make. However, over the years, I’ve perfected it to ten layers, because, in my...
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Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken
I didn’t even realize that I liked Chinese food until after I was married, and then, the first dish that I tried at a little...
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Even Better Than S’mores Cookie Squares
Jessica LOVES s’mores. She makes them year-round, using all kinds of creative indoor methods, and I’m always on the lookout for recipes. I found something similar...
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Roasted Sliced Potatoes
I’ve made these potatoes dozens of times for multiple special occasions, and people always love them. They’re not fancy, but they’re simply delicious. They’re also...
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Soft and Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies
We should just call these soft peanut butter cookies MAGICAL because they have a way of melting in your mouth and disappearing from your plate,...
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Granola
I grew up in the Uinta Mountains, and winters there can be cold. Frequently, my mom would make this homemade granola in the afternoons before...
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Gyoza and Dipping Sauce
In case you don’t know, gyoza are Japanese dumplings. They’re filled with ground pork, cabbage, garlic, and ginger, and they’re little bites of AWESOMENESS! My...
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Banana Cream Pie
When I was growing up, my mother would, occasionally, make pies for dessert. Banana cream was one of the regulars, and I really didn’t appreciate...
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Soft Breadsticks
Who doesn’t like warm, soft breadsticks? These are like the Olive Garden’s version, only much better. They require a little planning because it takes approximately...
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Lemon Horseradish Spread
This recipe was brought to me by Jessica. She knows that I love all things horseradish, and this delicious spread is no exception! It has...
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Chewy Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookie Bars
This is almost the same recipe as it’s brother, Chewy Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies, but it’s slightly different. It gives you all the deliciousness...
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Beef and Broccoli
Here’s a quick, easy, healthy alternative to take-out. The flavors are wonderful, and the leftovers are great, too. ...
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Samoas Cookies Copycat
What do you do when you’re craving Samoas cookies, but you don’t have any? Well if you’re like me, you’ll try eating another kind of...
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Toasting Coconut (How to)
Sometimes recipes call for toasted coconut, which adds a lovely color, crunch and flavor. Don’t stress, it’s quick and easy to do. Here’s the procedure....
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Blueberry Burst Muffins
A few weeks ago, I found the most beautiful blueberries at the store. They were big, plump and juicy, and I couldn’t resist buying some....
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Lunch Lady Brownies
I don’t even know what to say about these incredible brownies. Just look at them. … No words are necessary. … EXCEPT maybe these: Lunch...
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Ham Fried Rice
Whenever I cook a ham, I dice up the leftover meat, and freeze it in individual bags. That way, I’m prepared for all kinds of...
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Bennett’s Berry Blue Colada
We had a baby shower for Jessica and her soon-to-arrive baby boy. In keeping with the gender, she found a recipe for this yummy blue punch. I...
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Nutella Fruit Dip
If you’re a fan of Nutella, I’ve got something you’re going to love! This fruit dip is out-of-this-world delicious, and simple. It’s like Nutella on...
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Chewy Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies
I’m a push-over for anything chocolate, especially homemade baked goods. So it’s no surprise that I love these cookies! When I was a kid, they...
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Zuppa Toscana
This creamy, hearty, delicious soup is so satisfying! It’s my copy-cat version of the one that they make at the Olive Garden, and I like...
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Tuscan Garlic Chicken
This version is amazing! I’m not sure if it’s exactly like the Olive Garden’s because it has been a while, but I can tell you...
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Apple Cinnamon Muffins
Muffins are a quick, easy breakfast food, and I love them. Over the years, I’ve probably baked 106,734,952 (give or take a few) for my...
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Sparkling Berry Lime Slush
We don’t drink alcohol, but I grew up with a Dad who loves juice and loves to experiment with flavors. Over the years, I’m fairly...
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Deliciously Light White Cake
I like cake, and I used to think that there wasn’t much difference between a box mix and homemade. Silly girl! … Don’t get me...
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Lawry’s Creamed Spinach
One of my favorite restaurants is Lawry’s. Their prime rib is DE-licious, but I like the creamed spinach even better. So I can’t tell you...
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Sweet Orange Rolls and Glaze
Several years ago, while I was recovering from a surgery, my friend, Beryl brought over a whole pan of orange rolls. I’d never tried them...
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Soothing Chicken Noodle Soup
It’s that time of year, again. The weather is frightful, and colds and flu abound. Here’s a home remedy that will comfort your friends...
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Prime Rib Roast
On a cold winter day, nothing is as satisfying as a nice piece of beef, and this is a NICE piece of beef. I used...
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New York Cheesecake
Our family has so many food traditions that it’s becoming an inside joke. We have a traditional food for almost every occasion which makes it ironic that...
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Super Easy See’s Fudge
In my never-ending quest to find the perfect fudge recipe (and by perfect I mean it’s easy to make, has a great texture, and is...
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Whipped Shortbread Cookies
These delicious little butter cookies are perfect for giving to others. They’re pretty, festive, and not too sweet. Plus they’re easy to make. Change up...
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Ginger Snaps with Snow Caps
These lovely ladies are just a dressed-up version of my favorite ginger snaps. I took something amazing and combined it with something else that’s amazing,...
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Sweet Buttercream Peppermint Cake
This is a great cake for holiday parties. It’s light and moist with a fresh, crisp peppermint flavor. I don’t add any mint to...
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Peppermint Buttercream Frosting
This light and creamy frosting makes anything taste fresh. Put it on cookies, cupcakes, or cake. ...
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Beautiful Buttercream Frosting
This recipe is very aptly named because it’s made with both butter and cream, lots of butter, and a little cream. It’s my favorite...
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