Recipe Blog Posts
Short-cut Mac and Cheese, Everyone’s Favorite!
Ask the question, “what’s every child’s favorite dish?” Your little ones (and big ones) will probably answer, “Mac and cheese!” Right?!?!
Light-Hearted Coconut Sheet Cake
This is an old-time family favorite that I used to make each spring. It’s a great take-out, take-to sheet cake that transports easily and is a crowd pleaser.
Make Ahead and Freeze Chicken Casserole
Some of us will actually be able to have family together again for Easter Sunday. Are you stressed about trying to re-learn how to have company again?
Flourless Chocolate Cake
I previously shared that my husband and youngest granddaughter kicked me out of the kitchen and cooked and baked for me on Valentine’s Day. I went on and on about how delicious the flourless chocolate cake was; so much so that several of you asked for the recipe.
Chocolate Delight
I can’t get desserts off of my mind when it’s cold outside, and especially when I’m trying (kind of) to cut back. But chocolate keeps calling my name!
Fresh Berry Trifle, A Scotland Delight
I enjoy watching the British mystery shows on PBS. I wax nostalgic over the short, rough hewn walls fencing in the rolling emerald green pastures dotted with bright yellow buttercups pictured in almost every village scene. When I hear the crunch, crunch of feet on pebbled walkways on these shows, I flash back to the entrance of my grandparents’ home in Oban, Scotland. I open the squeaky gate and run up the pebbled walkway to my Granny and Grandad’s humble home, a second floor apartment of a four-unit walk-up on the outer edge of the town.
Snickerdoodles
It’s a scientific fact that smells are connected to specific memories. Cinnamon is like that for me.
King Ranch Chicken
I’ve noticed that from my younger demographic readers, I get the greatest response when I post my go-to recipes that happen to be nostalgic, “grandma” recipes. Therefore, today I’m sharing a Texas gold-star recipe handed down in many “Lone Star” families, the King Ranch Chicken casserole which originated from the King Ranch itself in South Texas.
Good For You and So Easy Muffins
I was recently visiting my oldest son’s home for an extended few days, my birthday present! I reveled in cooking and baking their favorites.
Chocolate Pecan Pie
I’m the designated pie maker for our family gatherings, especially our traditional Thanksgiving gathering at my second to oldest sister’s home. The location and occasion are a legacy passed down through several generations in our family