Creamy Potato Salad
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...
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Category: Gluten Free
Crockpot Mississippi Roast
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...
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Apricot Leather
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...
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Apricot Nectar or Slush
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...
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Baked Pork Chops in Barbecue Sauce
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...
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Quick and Creamy Homemade Alfredo Sauce
Several weeks ago, my sister, Rachael called and suggested that I post my Alfredo recipe. What a great idea! … Then life happened … and...
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Pulled Pork (How to Cook Pork Roast for Sandwiches, Tacos, Etc.)
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...
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Quick and Easy Chicken Salad
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....
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Seven Layer Salad
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...
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Marinara Sauce
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...
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Crispy Smashed New Potatoes
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...
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Vanilla Syrup for Pancakes
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...
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Steak Salad Recipe
I absolutely love this steak salad recipe. I’ve been ordering it at Brio for several years, and I can’t believe how easy it is to...
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Grilled Steaks
As the weather starts to change from winter to spring, we get excited about getting outside and firing up the grill! My husband does a...
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Roasted Potato Wedges
Here’s a fun and easy way to serve potatoes. They’re crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and delicious all the way through. They...
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Merriss’ Grilled Chicken
My husband spent two years in North Carolina, serving a mission for our church. During that time, he was introduced to wonderful Southern cooking. This...
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Balsamic Cherry-Glazed Pork Chops
These pork chops are moist and tender with a subtle, sweet, cherry flavor. I baked mine in the oven, but you could easily grill them...
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Baked Chicken Taquitos
When my children, were growing up, they loved taquitos. My daughter, Jessica, was particularly fond of them, so I would buy the frozen ones for evenings...
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Cilantro-Ranch Salad Dressing
Chewy Carmel Popcorn
I’ve already established that I love caramel! I may or may not have mentioned that I love popcorn, as well. Several weeks ago, I posted a...
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Mongolian Beef
I can’t begin to claim that I’m an expert in Asian cuisine, but I know I like it. This beef dish combines the delicious flavors of garlic and...
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Caramel Sauce
This rich caramel sauce is super easy to make, but you’d never guess it from the taste. It’s a wonderful dip for apple slices, and it...
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Chicken and Rice (Spanish Style)
This delicious dish is a one skillet wonder! If you have an oven-safe, covered skillet, you can make an entire meal in one pan. What...
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Quick and Easy Tortilla Soup
This soup is practically perfect! It meets all my T.E.N.A. criteria, which are: Taste (it’s delicious), Ease of preparation (it’s quick and easy), Nutritional value...
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Smooth and Creamy Fudge
I have this personality quirk (I call it a quirk ~ it’s probably a defect) where I become obsessed with certain foods or recipes. I can’t quit thinking...
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Twice Baked (and Thrice Delicious) Potatoes
These are hearty and filling. In fact, they could almost be a meal by themselves, but we never do that because they complement so many other...
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Black Beans (Feijoada) and Rice
If you’ve ever eaten at a Brazilian restaurant, or you have Brazilian friends, or you’ve been to Brazil, you’re already familiar with feijoada. It’s a...
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Quick Pineapple Chutney
The citrus and tropical flavor of this sauce make it a perfect compliment for ham. It’s quick and super easy to make, but no one...
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Brigadeiro
Brigadeiro is a Brazilian candy which is similar to fudge. My mother is Brazilian. She was born and raised in the state of Sao Paulo,...
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Roasted Chicken
The skin on this roasted chicken is crispy, and the meat is juicy and tender. The seasoning blend makes it savory and delicious. Rub it on the...
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English Toffee Recipe
This English toffee recipe is an all-time favorite with our family. I’ve made it every year since I got married, and it’s fun to do....
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Chocolate Fudge
I love smooth, creamy chocolate fudge. I enjoy the texture as much as I enjoy the delicious, rich, chocolate-ness Something about it is just so...
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Peppermint Bark
Peppermint bark is rich, smooth, and delicious. It’s fun to eat and makes a wonderful gift for others. You can make it using white and dark...
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Shredded Beef (How to Prepare Beef for Tacos, Enchiladas, Sandwiches, etc)
This method makes moist, savory, delicious beef for use in any way you wish. When I make it, I always do a lot, and freeze some...
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Caramel Popcorn
This crispy, buttery, caramel popcorn practically melts in your mouth, and it’s perfect for giving as a gift ~ assuming you don’t eat it all...
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Shredded Chicken Enchiladas in Green Chile Sauce
These creamy, cheesy, enchiladas hit the spot on a cold evening. Serve them with fresh salsa and some guacamole, and you’ll love them! I love...
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Guacamole
I love fresh guacamole. Whenever we get together with our kids, there’s gonna be some guacamole! This recipe is super simple. ...
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Fresh Salsa
This is a quick and easy version of salsa. I like it mostly blended, so I use the blender. If you like yours chunkier, then dice your...
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Autumn Salad with Creamy Balsamic Dressing
This autumn salad is so beautiful, and delicious! The colors make it perfect beyond fall and into Christmastime. There’s also the fact that, for some...
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