I recently shared one of my most favorite dessert recipes – given to me by my dear friend Laura. The recipe is for a very simple extremely delicious authentic homemade cheesecake. Please read all about how amazing and delicious ((and EASY)) this cheesecake is by …
I include my Okie identity in the title of this recipe in order to avoid any possible criticism regarding the authenticity ((or lack there of)) of my Chop Suey recipe. Let’s face it, Chop Suey is a mom code word, or at least it is …
About five years ago, David and I began the tradition of having Cornish Hens on New Year’s Day. The kids just LOVE it and look forward to this meal all year long. The first time we made them, I was less than impressed. But again, the …
One of my favorite things to make in the kitchen is homemade restaurant style salsa. It is so quick, ultra simple and crazy good. Just a few ingredients & a whirl in the blender stand between you and one of the best things about Mexican …
It is hard to beat a stuffed mushroom. Wouldn’t you agree? They are so simple to make and the filling choices are limitless! Artichokes & chicken, olives & peppered cream cheese, pancetta & oregano, sausage & jalapeño, crab & ricotta, ham & swiss, sharp cheddar …
Wow, time flies! We have lived in the house for a bit over a year. As the anniversary of completing one of the hardest ((exciting)), most stressful ((challenging)) things I have ever done passes by, I can’t help but examine some of the multitude of choices …
Looking for a special New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day meal? How about a nice juicy rib eye roast? Don’t be intimidated by the size of this baby…it’s as easy as 1-2-3! Yes, it is a simple meal – but so very impressive!
Before I even start telling you how good this is – let me just grab you by the shoulders and pull you in close. Have I got ya? Good – listen up: “You can do this. It will be great. You will impress your people. …
Worcestershire and garlic with salty peanuts and some mini melba rounds. That is immediately what I think of when I here the words “Party” and “Mix” put side by side in a sentence. ((Either that or a little Milli Vanilli, Blame it on the Rain …
Just a quick food-less post for the Friday before Christmas. I should be working away in the kitchen, testing out my Christmas Eve plans, or re-making my favorite breakfast casserole: Big Country Breakfast Bread Pudding ((because the pictures posted with the recipe don’t do justice …
Are you looking for a simple and VERY delicious dessert for your upcoming holiday festivities? I think you should look no further. With just a handful of ingredients and the whirr of your mixer – you will have a special, decadent dessert that will leave …
I like to have a few things stocked in my fridge at all times: eggs, cheese and bacon being at the top of my list. Oh, and milk, Dijon mustard, apricot preserves, fresh cilantro & parsley, carrots, celery, lemons & fresh fruit. It is always a …