Lawry’s Creamed Spinach

January 14, 2017 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Orange Rolls

January 11, 2017 by Lisia Childs

Several years ago, while I was recovering from s surgery, my friend, Beryl, brought over a whole pan of orange rolls. I’d never tried them... Continue reading →

Soothing Chicken Noodle Soup

January 7, 2017 by Lisia Childs

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... 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 →

Cheesecake

December 27, 2016 by Lisia Childs

Why didn’t I think of cheesecake? Our family has so many food traditions that it’s becoming an inside joke. We have a traditional food for almost... 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 →

Shortbread Cookies

December 17, 2016 by Lisia Childs

Shortbread cookies are delicious little butter cookies, and they’re perfect for giving to others. They’re pretty, festive, and not too sweet. Plus they’re easy to... Continue reading →

Ginger Snaps with Snow Caps

December 16, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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,... Continue reading →

Sweet Buttercream Peppermint Cake

December 12, 2016 by Lisia Childs

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... Continue reading →

Peppermint Buttercream Frosting

December 12, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This light and creamy frosting makes anything taste fresh. Put it on cookies, cupcakes, or a cake. ... 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 →

Cake Flour (How to Make Cake Flour from All-Purpose Flour)

December 10, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I never have cake flour when I want it, and the stores around me don’t carry it. But there’s no need to be discouraged because it’s... Continue reading →

Chocolate Andes Mint Cookies

December 7, 2016 by Lisia Childs

YUM! Chocolate Andes Mint Cookies YUM! We’re talking about a chewy chocolate cookie with mint pieces inside, and an Andes mint ganache on top. ... Continue reading →

Fresh Green Bean Casserole

December 1, 2016 by Lisia Childs

Green bean casserole was not one of the dishes that my parents made for Thanksgiving, therefore, it wasn’t one that I made for my family.... Continue reading →

French Silk Pie

November 30, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I love, love, LOVE chocolate! Some may say that I’m addicted, but I don’t know about that. What I do know is that I absolutely love... Continue reading →

Harvest Ham and Cheddar Cheese Ball

November 22, 2016 by Lisia Childs

My brother, David, is one of the funniest people I’ve ever known. He doesn’t even have to try; he’s just naturally funny. One of the names... Continue reading →

Ginger Snaps

November 19, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I’m going to start with a little background information, and then I’ll talk about ginger snaps. 😉 When baking, I routinely ignore the instruction to... Continue reading →

Pumpkin Ice Cream Pie

November 17, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I’m a huge fan of ice cream pies because, first of all, they’re really easy, and second, they’re super tasty! So it’s no surprise that... Continue reading →

Loaded Baked Potato Soup

November 11, 2016 by Lisia Childs

Potatoes are one of the staples of my life. When I was in college, I think I ate at least one baked potato each day.... Continue reading →

German Chocolate Cake and Frosting

November 7, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This is my favorite cake! It’s moist and light and chocolate. Plus, the frosting is amazing! I’m very liberal with the frosting because it’s what... Continue reading →

Coconut-Pecan Frosting for German Chocolate Cake

November 7, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This frosting is rich and so delicious that I’m frequently tempted to eat it without the cake. I manage to resist but not without significant... 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 →

Pecan Pie

November 1, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I can’t believe it’s already November! I love November! I love the cooler autumn weather, the cute autumn clothes, and the wonderful November holiday. Thanksgiving is... Continue reading →

Sea Salt, Caramel, and m&m Cookies

October 27, 2016 by Lisia Childs

Chocolate Chip Cookies are the BEST! I love them! It’s hard to imagine improving on the BEST, but I always want to try. Here’s a successful example. ... Continue reading →

Peach Pie

October 21, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I may have already mentioned this, but peaches are one of my FAVORITE fruits. In fact, they’re probably one of my favorite foods. Unfortunately, I... Continue reading →

Freezing Peaches (How to)

October 21, 2016 by Lisia Childs

Fresh peaches are one of my favorite fruits. I love to eat them plain, sliced in cereal or yogurt, or on ice cream. They’re just so sweet and... Continue reading →

Skillet Chicken Thighs with Mushroom and Spinach Sauce

October 17, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This is a quick and economical dinner, but it’s delicious enough for company. Because we use dark meat, it stays moist and juicy, and the... Continue reading →

Pumpkin Bread

October 13, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This pumpkin bread is sweet and spicy, and I love the texture! It comes together quickly, and turns out perfectly every time! For a... Continue reading →

Oatmeal Cake

October 10, 2016 by Lisia Childs

If you’re thinking that the words OATMEAL and CAKE don’t belong in the same galaxy together, I get it. It was probably what I was thinking the... Continue reading →

Simple Layered Pasta Bake

October 5, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This recipe is a simplified version of lasagna, and like it’s more complicated relation, it’s better after the flavors have a chance to blend. Prepare it... Continue reading →

Cinnamon Rolls

October 1, 2016 by Lisia Childs

These SOFT, SWEET, SPICY cinnamon rolls will melt in your mouth. They take a little effort, but are so worth it! Plus this recipe makes 30... Continue reading →

Sweet and Simple Pumpkin Muffins

September 26, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I’ve decided that I love muffins because they’re warm and tasty and portable. Plus there are so many delicious varieties to keep life fresh and interesting. These... 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 →

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

September 16, 2016 by Lisia Childs

These cookies are spicy and chocolaty and cakey, with a little crispiness on the outside. They’re delicious, and whenever I make them, I think of... Continue reading →

Sensational Spiced Pumpkin Triple Layer Dessert

September 15, 2016 by Lisia Childs

I absolutely love all the different seasons of the year, and as each one approaches, I’m so ready for the changes it brings. That’s probably... Continue reading →

Simple Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken

September 12, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This easy recipe came to me from my kids. When they went away to college, they started making it for Sunday dinners. It comes together... Continue reading →

Sweet Garlic Chicken Breasts

September 1, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This chicken is easy to prepare, quick to bake, healthy to eat, and delicious to taste. What more could you ask? Preheat oven to 450... Continue reading →

Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Cake

August 29, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This cake takes chocolate to the extreme. The name should actually have CHOCOLATE in it 5 times because it’s made from a chocolate cake mix AND chocolate... Continue reading →

Mexican Lasagna a.k.a. Chicken Enchilada Casserole

August 25, 2016 by Lisia Childs

This casserole is creamy and cheesy, with all the delicious flavor of chicken enchiladas, in half the time. It’s quick, easy, and tasty. ... Continue reading →