Hot Chocolate
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 b...
Category: Gluten Free
Orange Julius
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 everyone made them at ...
Cilantro-Lime Rice
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 can ...
Cafe Rio Style Sweet Pulled Pork
This savory, tender Cafe Rio Style Sweet Pulled Pork is perfect for making quesadillas, burritos, enchiladas, tacos, or, my favorite, … salads. ...
Spicy Honey Grilled Chicken
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 ones. &nbs...
Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken
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 take-out place in Charlotte, ...
Roasted Sliced Potatoes
I’ve made these sliced, roasted potatoes dozens of times for multiple special occasions, and people always love them. They’re not fancy, but t...
Gyoza and Dipping Sauce
In case you don’t know, gyoza are Japanese dumplings. They’re filled with ground pork, cabbage, garlic, and ginger, and they’re lit...
Lemon Horseradish Sauce
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 a little l...
Beef and Broccoli
Here’s a quick, easy, healthy alternative to take-out. The flavors are wonderful, and the leftovers are great, too.
Ham Fried Rice
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 eventualities. Y...
Nutella Fruit Dip
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...
Zuppa Toscana
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 it even bet...
Tuscan Garlic Chicken
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 that it...
Sparkling Berry Lime Slush
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 certain that...
Prime Rib Roast
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 prime rib for this recipe, bu...
Fudge
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 a perfect ratio of ch...
Beautiful Buttercream Frosting
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 , except f...
Easy Stir-Fry Sauce
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 is a re...
Roasted Zucchini and Crookneck Squash
This is a quick, easy, healthy, and TASTY way to prepare squash. Give it a try, and let me know what you think.
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 summ...
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 I’ve been ...
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. &nb...
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)...
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 into the oven in just a...
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 here w...
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 don’...
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 d...
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 S...
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, flavorf...
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 thi...
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 ...
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 make at home. Plus...
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 great job as grill-...
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 ...
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. T...
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 instead. Add th...
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 eveni...
