Like I always do, I bookmarked a bunch of recipes that had to go back and dwindle them down so that I could choose which one to blog for today’s reveal. I finally settled on this Spanish rice and beans recipe for several reasons. The number one being that I love rice and my stomach … Read more
I don’t think that I am alone when I say that I am always on the lookout for a new chicken recipe. Chicken is such a versatile protein but I’m constantly looking for new ways to prepare it. I’m not usually one for sweet dishes at dinner, I’m more of a savory girl, but when I saw … Read more
I am pretty sure that I heard angels singing Chocolate Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting … with Vanilla-Salted Caramel when I bit into these cupcakes. Honestly, I think I did. The combination of chocolate cake and caramel was perfect. So good. As usual, I ate too much of them đ I used Hershey’s Perfectly Chocolate Cake, as I … Read more
I made this Chicken spinach artichoke bake the other night. I am not too big on casseroles – but this was REALLY good. It has a lot of ingredients but don’t let that turn you away. I had everything on hand and you probably do, too. Make this – you won’t regret it!! Ingredients 8 … Read more
Cheesy Shepherd’s Pie was great for a cool fall day. Which was short-lived – the cool weather, I mean! The potatoes were really good and the mixture came together quickly and easily. It makes a lot, so plan for leftovers!! Cheesy Shepherd’s Pie (Cheddar Topped Shepards Pie) Ingredients Serves: 8 2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and thinly … Read more
Hummingbird Cupcakes with Dried Pineapple Flowers one of the most spectacular cupcakes you can make for birthday parties. Hummingbird cake is a southern tradition that is seriously delicious. The cake is moist and filled to the brim with flavor from pineapple, cinnamon, banana, and coconut. Â It usually contains walnuts or pecans but if you’re allergic, … Read more
Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake was calling to me and who I am to turn down cake? đ This cake is super easy to make, even if it sounds hard. It will turn out moist, with semi-sweet chocolate ganache filling, and dark chocolate ganache frosting. To those who crave chocolate! Chocolate Fudge Layer Cake Ingredients For … Read more
Mac & cheese is a staple American and British dish, it is one of my favorite comfort food, and it is a must-have for Thanksgiving table. Historically, the ingredients are pretty much the same: macaroni, cheddar cheese, bread crumbs – for Old fashioned baked macaroni and cheese. But did you know that first macaroni and … Read more
Here is a story of how I learned about Italian sandwich bread. Do you know those moments when you realize that you aren’t fully satisfied with something?  You know there’s something better out there?  I had one of those moments recently while making a sandwich. (Yes, a sandwich.)  As usual, I was using the bread that I … Read more
There isn’t much to say about these cupcakes except that they scream summer and are delicious. I know that summer hasn’t officially arrived yet but with temperatures in the 90’s, it’s hard to tell! These are great for those times that you want a cupcake but don’t want anything too heavy. For me, lemon always seems to … Read more