Separating Eggs (How to)

February 12, 2016 by Lisia Childs

Just in case you don’t know how to separate the yolk from the white, this is a quick tutorial. No special tools are necessary, but... Continue reading →

Raspberry Swirl Bars

February 10, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This buttery cake is so easy to make and so delicious with the fruit filling. It could be made with any fruit spread or pie... Continue reading →

Balsamic Cherry-Glazed Pork Chops

February 8, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Lemon Bars

February 5, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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

Quick and Easy Baked Chicken Strips

February 4, 2016 by Lisia Childs

These chicken strips are moist and tender, and the coating is delicious! They’re easy to make, and I usually have all the ingredients in my... Continue reading →

Baked Chicken Taquitos

February 2, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Cilantro-Ranch Salad Dressing

February 2, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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Chewy Carmel Popcorn

January 30, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Mongolian Beef

January 27, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Chocolate Pudding

January 25, 2016 by Lisia Childs

If you’ve never tried homemade chocolate pudding, then you’ve missed out, but it’s not too late. If you HAVE tried it, you already know what a treat... Continue reading →

Caramel Brownies

January 22, 2016 by Lisia Childs

Anyone who knows me knows I LOVE chocolate! I also love caramel, and I particularly love the two together. They create a synergy where the... Continue reading →

Frozen Bananas (How to Freeze Bananas)

January 21, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I’m bananas about frozen bananas! My family has a very inconsistent relationship with bananas: we’re hot, then we’re cold. I buy a bunch each week.... Continue reading →

Tetrazzini

January 21, 2016 by Lisia Childs

Tetrazzini is a creamy, rich, hearty pasta dish, full of wonderful flavor. It can easily be prepared ahead, so it’s a good meal for special... Continue reading →

Caramel Sauce

January 19, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Chicken and Rice (Spanish Style)

January 18, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Be My Valentine Sugar Cookies

January 15, 2016 by Lisia Childs

Nothing says “I love you” like a delicious, homemade cookie. These cookies are sweet, but a tiny bit salty. They’re soft, and the frosting is... Continue reading →

Banana Bread with Icing

January 13, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I have a fondness for banana bread for two reasons. The first one is that it tastes so good (especially if you make THIS banana... Continue reading →

Quick and Easy Tortilla Soup

January 11, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Onion Gratin Potatoes

January 9, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I love potatoes. You can bake ’em, fry ’em, mash ’em, put ’em in a stew, etc. I like them in all their different variations.... Continue reading →

Chicken Marsala

January 8, 2016 by Lisia Childs

Chicken Marsala is one of those dishes that sounds intimidating to make, but is really pretty simple. There are several steps, but if you follow... Continue reading →

Quick Quiche

January 6, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This quick quiche recipe is basically a cheater’s version of quiche, but it tastes wonderful. The base of an authentic quiche is heavy cream, cheese... Continue reading →

Smooth and Creamy Fudge

January 5, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Chocolate Pudding Dessert

January 4, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This dessert is the perfect combination of chocolate and cream cheese, sweet and salty, brown and white, etc. If you’re looking for something delicious and impressive,... Continue reading →

Twice Baked (and Thrice Delicious) Potatoes

January 1, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Chicken Cordon Bleu

January 1, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This is our family’s traditional New Year’s Eve dinner. Over the years, we’ve experimented with different methods for making these delicious little bundles. We’ve used... Continue reading →

Black Beans (Feijoada) and Rice

December 30, 2015 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Red Wine and Rosemary-Braised Short Ribs

December 30, 2015 by Lisia Childs

These ribs make a great winter-time meal. They roast in a very hot oven for an hour and a half, and make the house smell delicious and feel... Continue reading →

Simple Broccoli Cheddar Soup

December 28, 2015 by Lisia Childs

Today is one of those days when the wind is blowing, and it’s cold! No matter what I do, I can’t seem to get my... Continue reading →

Quick Pineapple Chutney

December 26, 2015 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Cheesy Potatoes

December 26, 2015 by Lisia Childs

This potato dish is a great compliment to almost any meat. We eat it with ham, roast beef, chicken, steak, etc. It makes an appearance at... Continue reading →

Super Scrumptious Spinach Dip

December 26, 2015 by Lisia Childs

This dip is wonderful for it’s versatility. You can serve it with all kinds of vegetables, or a baguette, or chips, or crackers. I’ve even... Continue reading →

Scrambled Egg Casserole

December 25, 2015 by Lisia Childs

This homemade scrambled egg casserole makes the perfect brunch dish for Christmas morning. You can prepare it the day before, so all you need to... Continue reading →