Christmas Star Twisted Bread

Prior to a snow storm hitting our neck of the woods, my husband and I got up early to go to the grocery store. We ended up with about 12 inches of snow, so we were glad we had some fun recipes and food to enjoy as a family. One of the magazines at the…

Thanksgiving Meal Recipes Share Out

I met a woman who entertained in her home often. She kept a menu journal of what they served and how it went with the guests. I thought I might start a tradition of sharing holiday menus on my blog so my family and friends can try new recipes! I hope you will share your…

This silky, aromatic soup is a complete meal in a bowl: Thai Soup

Here’s the recipe that I will generally follow: (see adjustments after the recipe) INGREDIENTS 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, tough outer layers removed 1 1″ piece ginger, peeled 10 kaffir lime leaves, or use 1 tablespoon lime zest and 1/4 cup lime juice 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut…

Creamy spinach sweet potato noodles with cashew sauce

My husband and I found this great recipe from a Pinch of Yum website! Creamy Spinach Sweet Potato Noodles with Cashew Sauce  DESCRIPTION Creamy Spinach and Sweet Potato Noodles with Cashew Sauce – easy to make, adaptable, gluten free, vegan. Divine and delicious! INGREDIENTS 1 cup cashews 3/4 cup water (more for soaking) 1/2 teaspoon…

SMOKED CORNED BEEF AND CABBAGE

Serves 4 to 6 For the brine/cure: 4 quarts cold water 1-1/2 cups kosher salt 1/2 cup brown sugar 10 allspice berries 10 whole cloves 2 bay leaves, coarsely crumbled 1 cinnamon stick, coarsely broken 1 tablespoon coriander seeds 1 tablespoon cracked black peppercorns 1 tablespoon yellow mustard seed 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon…

Pecan Sticky Rolls

A huge thank you to Southern Cast Iron Magazine, January 2015 issue for this wonderful recipe. (link embedded in title of magazine) Before we start the journey, we wanted to share our wooden, bread board story.  My grandmother Emma Lloyd made biscuits and her famous pound cake on this board.  We were given the board…

Cajun Pork Chops with Cheese Grits

Ingredients 4 Thin Cut Pork Chops, boneless or trim off the bone Enough of your favorite oil to coat the pan generously Enough flour to coat your pork chops Zatarain’s Creole seasoning to taste, or your favorite Cajun style seasoning 1 medium onion Bob’s Red Mill Polenta Corn Grits, or your favorite style of grits…

Farro & Broccoli Salad

The farro grain was introduced to our home on a cooking show.  The next day during our first trip to Aldi grocery store we found this magical grain!  The recipe below doesn’t seem like much, but you will fall in love with the texture. I loved how the grain absorbed the olive oil, lemon, and feta…

Chewy Sugar Cookies

If I post a recipe, it’s because it’s divine!  My second favorite cookie is the sugar cookie, especially with sugar crystals. Oh happiness! My most favorite cookie is the Mexican Wedding Cookie.  I had to post this sugar cookie recipe.  With the holidays ahead, you will want to give this one a try!  The best!…

Cannelloni/Rigatoni Cake

This recipe was inspired by Vivian Grace for our family night.  We developed our own recipe by utilizing several recipes on the internet. Our mealtime has become a way to reconnect as a family and enjoy fellowship around the table. Making spaghetti is one of the easiest meals to make, and we found this recipe…