"What's for dinner?" is that question I hear every day at my house. I try to make meals that my husband likes, but I also look for new recipes that could be added to some of his old favorites. This … [Read more...]
Pineapple Pie for Pi Day
Because today is 3-14 and we are celebrating National Pi Day, I thought I should do my part to honor Pi by baking a special pie. This is a Pineapple Pie, and it is my first ever to bake. I have … [Read more...]
Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a delicious, juicy baked chicken with a crusty brown top. This chicken takes about 5 minutes prep work to get into the oven and then cooks in 20 minutes; I couldn't believe … [Read more...]
Pistachio Cupcakes for St. Patrick’s Day
If you are looking for a green treat to celebrate St. Patrick's Day this week, these Pistachio Cupcakes are just what you need. The cupcake recipe is from Taste of Home, and they are topped with a … [Read more...]
Mission Organization: Week 10 – Kitchen Storage
My mission this week was to get my kitchen storage better organized. I have a couple of those pull out shelves on one side of my range, and I have not been using them to their best advantage. I've had … [Read more...]
An Extra Special Birthday
I have a friend with an extra special birthday this year. She doesn't want to admit it, but she's going to be 65 years old this week. In honor of her special day, I made a little treat to help her … [Read more...]
Irish Soda Bread
This recipe is said to have originated from a lady who was born and raised in Ireland. It has a light texture and is flavorful and soft. The secret to its softness must be the sour cream, a … [Read more...]
Sour Cream and Bacon Crockpot Chicken
Sour Cream and Bacon Crockpot Chicken is one of those easy dishes you can throw together in your slow cooker and forget about while it cooks. This is a tasty dish that I have adapted from the Moms … [Read more...]
Mission Organization: Week 9 – Overrun with Shoes
The household problem that I tackled this week was the accumulation of shoes by the back door. I'm the only one in the house that this bothers, so the problem is all mine. Any logical thinking … [Read more...]
Baked Mozzarella Sticks
I like to choose baking over frying anytime that I can. Since I'm a cheese lover, I was happy to find this recipe for Baked Mozzarella Sticks at Penelope's Oasis. I made them to go with lunch today, … [Read more...]
