Soup Beans

Soup Beans are pretty much a staple in my neck of the woods.  Though it may seem like a simple dish, everyone has their own way of making it.  I am no different.  My soup beans are bold, beefy, and packed with flavor!  You will never look at this humble dish the same way again. Let me show you how …

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Baked Pork Chops and Rice

Everyone loves the idea of the "Sunday Dinner", but if your Sundays are anything like mine, the last thing I want to do when I get home from church is head into the kitchen, make a massive meal, and wash a mountain of dishes.  Let's be honest, all we REALLY want to do on Sunday is ea…

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Homemade Apple Crisp

By free admission I am not a baker.  However, there is just something about fall that makes me want to fire up my oven and fill my house with the scents of brown sugar and cinnamon.  And when the time comes to get baking, my go-to dessert is this delightful Homemade Apple Crisp .  It has all of tho…

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Homemade Vegetable Soup

Every week I go to the market, list in hand, and game plan on my mind. I get everything I need, head home, put it away, and think to myself "this is going to be an AWESOME week." Then that little thing called life happens and before you know it we have eaten out three times and my refrig…

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The Ultimate Grilled Chicken Kebabs

Welcome to my West Virginia kitchen!  Nothing screams summer like juicy, charred, and flavor-packed grilled chicken kebabs!  Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ, looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, or meal-prepping for the week, these kebabs are the perfect choice.  They're ver…

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Italian Wedding Soup

I love Saturdays at my house.  Typically we sleep in, then I get up, pop some cinnamon rolls in the oven, and proceed to watch The Food Network all morning long.  I know, Heaven right!  Anyway, while I was watching this past Saturday one of the hosts were making Italian Wedding Soup.  I have to ad…

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Chocolate Brownie w/a Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirl

Fall is officially here, and along with all of you my mind is turning toward all things pumpkin.  And since it is Monday I decided that life is too  short not to start with dessert first!  So in the spirit of fall, dessert, and all things pumpkin, I present to you my recipe for a chocolate brownie…

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Weeknight Lima Beans

Let's face it, we can all do the big entrees in our sleep.  However, one thing I think we all struggle with are side dishes.  I know this is going to blow some of your minds, but this kitchen wife CANNOT live on mashed potatoes alone.  One of my favorite quick and easy go-to's are my Weekn…

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Homemade Cheesy Tater-Tot Casserole Recipe: A Comfort Food Classic

Welcome to my West Virginia Kitchen!  I will never forget the first time that my husband cooked for me.  We hadn't been married all that long and we were living in a little basement apartment.  He told me he was going to make something called " Tater-Tot Casserole ".  It was absolutely …

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Roasted Chicken w/ Fingerling Potatoes

Every home cook needs to have a good Roast Chicken in their back pocket, but I have to admit that when I began cooking I found this a little daunting.  The thought of roasting an entire foul, while making sure the skin is crispy and the meat was tender and juicy was TERRIFYING!  However, the day c…

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West Virginia Baked Steak Recipe: A Comfort Food Classic

Welcome to my West Virginia kitchen!  When it comes to Appalachian comfort food, West Virginia Baked Steak stands out as a beloved dish passed down through generations.   Known for its tender, gravy-smothered goodness, this recipe is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or whenever you're cravi…

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