Hi! Welcome to my kitchen; it's my happy place! My name is Lisia, and I love food. I love to cook it, eat it, smell it, experiment with it, share it, and photograph it. This is a compilation of some of my family's old (and new) favorites. I hope you find something that makes your day a little better.
These scones are so delicious! I like them fresh from the oven, and there’s really no reason to wait … except, possibly, to avoid burns. ...
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In an attempt to describe the perfection of this blueberry cake, I’m reminded of the story of the Three Bears. However, instead of focusing on...
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Banana bread muffins are super-hero among foods. Let me explain. When my children were teenagers, they left home early for school. They were out the...
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Biscuits and gravy are down-home comfort food for us. This Biscuits and Gravy Roll is a little fancier, and, in my opinion, easier than the original....
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I recently attended a “Strawberry Days” fair with my daughters, where the featured concession was fresh strawberries and cream. They were literally selling cups of...
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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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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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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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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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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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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...
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This pumpkin bread is sweet and spicy, and I love the texture! It comes together quickly, and turns out perfectly every time! For a...
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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...
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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...
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Who doesn’t love waffles? These are tender with just a touch of crispiness on the outside, and they taste so good! Preheat your waffle iron....
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These muffins make me feel happy, loved, and warm. My mother used to make them for breakfast, when I was growing up. On cold winter...
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These delicious little treats are the perfect combination of a donut and a muffin ~ as the name clearly indicates. They’re quick and easy to...
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This recipe was invented because I had about a dozen leftover (stale) croissants, and I didn’t want to throw them away. … What would a French...
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I think that homemade bread has magical powers! Baking it makes me feel like a superhero; like, somehow I’m a better person than I was before. The...
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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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These pancakes are hearty, healthy, and yummy. I grind my own wheat, so I know that it’s uber-fresh, but you can easily purchase whole wheat...
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This is an old stand-by in our home. My children requested them on a regular basis. Now they’ve become a special occasion treat. I really...
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This is the recipe that I’ve been making for my family for years. I like it because the pancakes are delicious, and it doesn’t call...
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Have you ever noticed that food tastes so good when you’re camping? I first tried these several years ago, at a young women’s camp. My...
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Okay, I admit that these are more like a dessert than a breakfast, but my kids love them. They’re too indulgent for my regular breakfast...
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I spent a week experimenting with different pancake recipes. This is one of my favorites. It’s simple and basic, but the pancakes are yummy. I’ll...
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These light and fluffy pancakes have wonderful blueberries and a surprising zip of lemon. If you like to keep things simple, you could make them without the...
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These pancakes are hearty and delicious. They make your house smell like yummy banana bread, and your family will love them. Preheat large griddle over...
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I love this bread because it’s warm and homemade, but I don’t have to spend an entire afternoon making it. It’s my go-to accompaniment for...
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If you’re avoiding butter, this isn’t the recipe for you. Do you see that white glisten on the tops of these rolls? That’s pure, golden,...
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