Ramp Rice Bowls with Caramelized Shallots

Welcome to my kitchen, where I'm bringing you a tantalizing recipe that celebrates the vibrant flavors of spring here in West Virginia – RAMPS! Specifically Ramp Rice Bowls topped with irresistibly Caramelized Shallots. Ramps, also known as wild leeks, are a seasonal delicacy here in Appalachi…

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Easy Sausage and Pepper Sauce Recipe

Pantry cooking is very popular right now.  I think it's mainly because we are all trying to save money and what better way to do that than to use what you already have on hand.  I have found, in my own home, that I'm able to keep my grocery bill pretty reasonable by practicing this.  It als…

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Easy Candy Cane Pizza

Around the holidays I love making fun, festive food with my son.  I know we all tend to gravitate towards sweets, but Camden is more of a savory kind of kid.  I was scrolling through TikTok and saw someone make a candy cane danish out of crescent rolls and I thought to myself this would also make a…

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Italian Nachos Recipe

We always have at least one night a week where we have what we call "fun food" meals.  Usually it's pizza on Friday or something snacky during a ball game.  One of our FAVORITE fun foods are these Italian Nachos !   A fun take on a traditional nacho recipe, these Italian Nachos bring a …

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Crockpot Sauerkraut Sausage and Potatoes Recipe

Sauerkraut and sausage is nothing new under the sun.  Growing up is was just simply throw it all in a pot with some water and call it done.  There is nothing wrong with that.  However, I like to really utilize my spice cabinet and elevate these simple dishes that I grew up with and make them just a…

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German Cabbage Soup Recipe

I've had the best time this Souptember experimenting with new ingredients.  To me, coming up with all these interesting flavors makes cooking challenges like this fun.  I'm especially excited to bring this German Cabbage Soup to the table.  Mainly because it's unique to anything I have …

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Cheesy One Pot Sausage and Noodle Skillet Recipe

I think it is safe to say are all feeling the pinch at the grocery store these days.  What used to feed my family three meals a day for a week barely covers essentials.  Throw that on top of being a busy working parent and things get a little stressful.  That is why I love simple and inexpensive, o…

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Crockpot Pork Chop Dinner Recipe

Can I be honest with you about something?  Crockpot meals are NOT pretty.  lol  That's right, I said it, they're not.  HOWEVER, they are tasty and this Crockpot Pork Chop Dinner Recipe no exception.   A true dump-n-go meal I know you and your entire family are gonna love this one so... Let&…

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Sweet Potato Hash with Egg Recipe

Recently I visited my sister and her family in Columbus, Ohio and whilst I made dinner for everyone in the evening, she made breakfast every morning.  One thing she made that I was WILD for was this Sweet Potato Hash with Egg Recipe .   It's so simple to make, kid approved, and is perfect for b…

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Cheesy Pork Chop and Rice Bake Recipe

You guys have been loving these quick, easy, and inexpensive meals this month!  I've enjoyed seeing all your pictures and hearing about what you have made!  Today's recipe for Cheesy Pork Chop and Rice Bake is something that, to be honest, I saw a while back on YouTube in one of those &quo…

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