Lemon Curd

April 23, 2019 by Lisia Childs

Easy Step-By-Step Instructions for Lemon Curd Free Printable Recipe for Lemon Curd... Continue reading →

Microwave Potato Chips

November 24, 2018 by Lisia Childs

How does a delicious, homemade potato chip sound? What if I say that you can easily make some WITHOUT the hassle of deep-frying? (I HATE... Continue reading →

Pecan Praline Chex Mix

November 8, 2018 by Lisia Childs

Pecan Praline Chex Mix is rich, buttery, sweet, salty, nutty, and crispy. It’s great by itself, but it’s also wonderful with some chocolate pieces thrown... Continue reading →

Satay Chicken with Peanut Sauce and Roasted Broccoli

October 29, 2018 by Lisia Childs

My son-in-law, Chase, made this incredible satay chicken with peanut sauce and roasted broccoli for me a few weeks ago, and it was delicious! There... Continue reading →

Honey Butter with Cinnamon

May 30, 2018 by Lisia Childs

Honey butter is a very simple thing to make, but it’s not something that I think to do very often. However, the small amount of... Continue reading →

No Bake Cookies

December 20, 2017 by Lisia Childs

No bake cookies are quick and simple to make, delicious to eat, and somewhat nutritious. They’re a fun treat when you need one fast.If I... Continue reading →

Caramels

December 14, 2017 by Lisia Childs

Every Christmas, my mother makes AMAZING caramels. We eat them, and we give them away. She uses a recipe that her grandmother (my great-grandmother) used... Continue reading →

Hot Chocolate

December 8, 2017 by Lisia Childs

Hot chocolate is perfect on a cold day. It’s sweet and soothing, and to state the obvious, it’s hot. This recipe is particularly great because... Continue reading →

Orange Julius

November 7, 2017 by Lisia Childs

When I was a kid, in the 1970s and 80s, Orange Julius was a really popular drink. We had Orange Julius stores at the mall, and... Continue reading →

Cilantro-Lime Rice

September 22, 2017 by Lisia Childs

Cilantro-Lime rice is a great alternative to plain old white rice because it’s fresh and light with tons of flavor. It’s a side dish that... Continue reading →

Cafe Rio Style Sweet Pulled Pork

August 11, 2017 by Lisia Childs

This savory, tender Cafe Rio Style Sweet Pulled Pork is perfect for making quesadillas, burritos, enchiladas, tacos, or, my favorite, … salads. It’s full of flavor and... Continue reading →

Spicy Honey Grilled Chicken

June 16, 2017 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken

May 26, 2017 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Roasted Sliced Potatoes

May 12, 2017 by Lisia Childs

I’ve made these sliced, roasted potatoes dozens of times for multiple special occasions, and people always love them. They’re not fancy, but they’re simply delicious.... Continue reading →

Gyoza and Dipping Sauce

April 20, 2017 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Lemon Horseradish Sauce

April 7, 2017 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Beef and Broccoli

March 25, 2017 by Lisia Childs

Here’s a quick, easy, healthy alternative to take-out. The flavors are wonderful, and the leftovers are great, too. ... Continue reading →

Ham Fried Rice

March 3, 2017 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Nutella Fruit Dip

February 25, 2017 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Zuppa Toscana

February 16, 2017 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Tuscan Garlic Chicken

February 10, 2017 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Sparkling Berry Lime Slush

January 28, 2017 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Prime Rib Roast

January 4, 2017 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Fudge

December 21, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Beautiful Buttercream Frosting

December 10, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Easy Stir-Fry Sauce

November 3, 2016 by Lisia Childs

Stir-fry is so delicious, and it’s good for you. The sky’s the limit on what combination of meats and veggies you can create, and this... Continue reading →

Roasted Zucchini and Crookneck Squash

September 22, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This is a quick, easy, healthy, and TASTY way to prepare squash. Give it a try, and let me know what you think. ... Continue reading →

Creamy Potato Salad

July 21, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I’ve always loved potato salad. In fact, I’m pretty sure that when I was little, it was my favorite food. So on a hot and lazy... Continue reading →

Crockpot Mississippi Roast

June 20, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This Crockpot Mississippi Roast recipe is the darling of the internet. It’s been pinned, posted, copied and shared more than any other, … or so... Continue reading →

Apricot Leather

June 15, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I love dried fruit and fruit leather. They have the flavor of fresh fruit, bumped up a notch, making them richer, sweeter, and more intense. I especially... Continue reading →

Apricot Nectar or Slush

June 3, 2016 by Lisia Childs

My apricot tree is going crazy, this year! It’s producing it’s little heart out, and we’re enjoying the fruits of its labors (literally). I’ve been... Continue reading →

Baked Pork Chops in Barbecue Sauce

May 16, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I like pork chops, and I like quick and easy dinners. This recipe gives me both of those things. These chops are ready to go... Continue reading →

Quick and Creamy Homemade Alfredo Sauce

May 11, 2016 by Lisia Childs

Several weeks ago, my sister, Rachael called and suggested that I post my Alfredo recipe. What a great idea! … Then life happened … and... Continue reading →

Pulled Pork (How to Cook Pork Roast for Sandwiches, Tacos, Etc.)

April 29, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I’ve seen dozens of recipes for preparing pulled pork in a slow cooker with a sauce. That’s definitely the simplest way to go, but I... Continue reading →

Quick and Easy Chicken Salad

April 20, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I’ve made this simple chicken salad so many times! People request that I bring it to parties and showers. It’s quick, easy, and delicious.... Continue reading →

Seven Layer Salad

April 6, 2016 by Lisia Childs

Easy Step-By-Step Instructions for Seven Layer Salad Here’s a quick reference guide for the seven layers. 🙂 Free Printable Recipe for Seven Layer Salad... Continue reading →

Marinara Sauce

March 18, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I realize that making homemade sauce can be time consuming, but it’s not difficult. What you get for your efforts is a delicious, fresh, flavorful base for... Continue reading →

Crispy Smashed New Potatoes

March 15, 2016 by Lisia Childs

These crispy potatoes are like the world’s best version of tator tots/hashbrowns. The outsides are crispy, the insides are tender, and the whole thing is... Continue reading →

Vanilla Syrup for Pancakes

March 12, 2016 by Lisia Childs

My sister-in-law, Kami, introduced us to this homemade vanilla syrup several years ago. It’s buttery, and delicious on everything, but let’s be real here, what... Continue reading →