Wednesday, July 30, 2014

Mushroom Fettuccine with Kale in a White Wine Cream Sauce

Mushroom Fettuccine with Kale in a White Wine Cream Sauce
In an effort to better our eating, I have been trying to implement a Meatless Monday in my home.  This is not easy with a "Carnivore for Life" as a husband, but thankfully he is a pretty good sport about it.  However, this past Monday he was not as willing to cut out the meat, so the cha…

Friday, July 25, 2014

Chicken Fajitadillas

Chicken Fajitadillas
We all have nights that we don't want to cook.  There is no sense in trying to deny it.  Even I have those nights.  However, regardless if I feel like cooking or not my family has to eat.  Now, I realize it would be simple to go through a drive-thru or order in, but that is really not the kind…

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Sauteed Carrots with Thyme

Sauteed Carrots with Thyme
I love carrots!  Aside from being my favorite color, orange, they are some of the most delicious and versatile vegetables on the planet!  You can eat them raw, roast them, boil them, the possibilities are endless.  One of my favorite ways to eat them is sauteed in a pan with a little butter and th…

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Gnocchi Primavera

Gnocchi Primavera
I have a confession to make. During the summer months I could very easily be vegetarian.  Oh yes, I could.  How you ask?  Well, why not I say!?!  If you spend any time at all at farm stands or farmer's market you too will become intoxicated by all of the fresh, vibrant produce we have availabl…

Monday, July 21, 2014

Grilled Antipasto Pizza

Grilled Antipasto Pizza
For as far back as I can remember we had this tradition in my family.   Every Friday night, after school, my parents would take us to Blockbuster Video where we would take turns picking out a movie for the family.  Then, we would return home and order Napoli's Pizza for dinner.  EVERY FRIDAY N…

Homemade Pizza Dough

Homemade Pizza Dough
This recipe is so simple you will never feel the need to buy a box or canned dough again!  With just a few simple ingredients you will be making a delicious, made-from-scratch pizza dough that is perfect for pizza, calzones, and so much more!  Let me show you how easy this is!

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Creamy Stove-Top Mac & Cheese

Creamy Stove-Top Mac & Cheese
I have a confession to make.  Are you ready?  Okay, here is it.  I love the "blue box" mac & cheese.  There, I said it!  It is like mac & cheese crack!  But, like many others, I am trying to get away from processed foods in my life.  This has prompted me to figure out how to get …

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Classic Meatloaf Recipe

Classic Meatloaf Recipe
Nothing says All American Home cooked Meal like a good ol' fashioned Classic Meat Loaf.  I will be the first to admit that in the past, meat loaf has been my culinary Achilles heal.  It either had great flavor, but fell apart, or held together nicely, but was bland.  However, through a lot of …

Monday, July 14, 2014

Sweet Corn Chowder

Sweet Corn Chowder
Along with all the beautiful weather that summer brings, it can also bring in some pretty nasty days as well. Today is one such day. We have a large storm system moving through the valley, and I have to be honest, it is not the sort of weather that invokes productivity in me.  In fact, I have pretty …

Friday, July 11, 2014

Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans
I LOVE this time of year!  We are at that point in the summer when all of the gardens are really starting to produce, and our local farm stands are busting at the seams!  I, for one, am fully taking advantage of this seasonal bounty and today's recipe wholeheartedly reflects that.  Roasted Gre…

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Fried Green Tomatoes

Fried Green Tomatoes
Fried Green Tomatoes. You've heard of the movie, but have you eaten the delight?  No?  Oh are you in for a delicious summer treat!  Fried green tomatoes are the perfect summer supper.  They only use a few ingredients, they are inexpensive, and take no time at all to make!  You are going to love…

Tuesday, July 8, 2014

Simple Perfect Baby Back Ribs

Simple Perfect Baby Back Ribs
If you are like me, during the summer months you only have one thing on your mind...GRILLING! From May to September we have an entirely new genre of food at our fingertips.  For months we have been frying, sautéing , roasting, etc., and now, as if a brief respite from Heaven, God says "Let ma…

Monday, July 7, 2014

Easy Peasy Peach Crisp

Easy Peasy Peach Crisp
These past few days of summer have been magical!  Sunny days, warms breezes, everything you want this season to be!  I find myself wanting to spend every minute outdoors!  Another thing that I am thoroughly enjoying about this time of year are all of the wonderful farm stands that we have in our c…

Friday, July 4, 2014

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!!!

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!!!
Happy 4th of July Everyone!  I am proud to live in the Greatest Nation on the planet!  Thank you to our founders for the brave sacrifices you made to get us here, and thank you to all of our service men and women who keep it that way!   Take this day to celebrate with friends and family, make memori…

Thursday, July 3, 2014

Cheddar Burgers with Bacon Jam

Cheddar Burgers with Bacon Jam
Here we are, DAY 4 of our All American BBQ Challenge!  We have seen some amazing recipes for your Fourth of July Festivities such as  Tom Racer's Sweet and Spicy BBQ Sauce , Grilled BBQ Chicken , and Perfectly Grilled Steak !  However, you can't have an All American BBQ without a great burger…

Bacon Jam

Bacon Jam
You know that old slogan "Twizzlers Makes Mouths Happy"?  Well, though I love a good Twizzler, I totally disagree.  There is only one thing that can truly make MY mouth happy and that is bacon.  What isn't good about Bacon? It's savory, smoky, salty, crispy, OH MY! But what ha…

Tuesday, July 1, 2014

Grilled BBQ Chicken

Grilled BBQ Chicken
Here we are, day two of our Great American BBQ week!  Yesterday I shared with you my dad's Sweet and Spicy BBQ Sauce recipe!  Today we are going to be using that sauce to make some DELICIOUS and SUCCULENT Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs.  I know that grilling bone-in chicken can be a little scary,…