Barbecue Style Braised Short Ribs
Short ribs are good for the soul. As soon as the weather begins to change from summer to fall it’s time for a dish like this. You will love the simplicity of this recipe. Once you get it going, you can...
View ArticleRoasted Butternut Squash Soup
Pull on a sweater, light a fire, and get a big pot of this going on the stove. There is nothing that makes me feel more warm and cozy than a bowl of butternut squash soup. So creamy and slightly sweet...
View ArticlePumpkin Gingerbread with Maple Pecan Icing
Gingerbread will always hold a special place in my heart. Just the smell of it baking in my oven evokes very special memories for me. My Mom made it frequently at this time of year and I have great...
View ArticleCranberry Chocolate Chip Muffins (and a Rachael Ray Giveaway!!!)
• Giveaway Closed • In honor of Cyber Monday and in the spirit of the season of giving I am hosting my first giveaway!!! Enter to win this Rachael Ray 12.5″ Non-Stick Skillet and Lil’ Devils 3 Piece...
View ArticleSweet Potato Coconut Curry Soup
As I sit here writing this post, I’m giving in to the first cold to hit our house this season. As it moved from person to person, I tried to hide, but it found me. I started out so optimistic....
View ArticleTangy Oven Barbecue Chicken
We’ve had a taste of summer around here for a few days but soon it will be back to the cold and rainy days of February. It’s not that I hate winter weather, really. Cozying up with a blanket in front...
View ArticleItalian Sausage and Barley Stew
I’m squeezing in one more warm and cozy dish before moving into spring. It may be April but we’re still having soup and stew weather here and there. I don’t care what the calendar says, I love to cook...
View ArticleSkillet Herbed Chicken and Tomatoes
We’ve finally had some rain here in California and I believe Ellen said it best during the Oscar ceremony last night. “We’re fine…thank you for your prayers”. No kidding, I nearly forgot what it felt...
View ArticleWhite Bean and Ham Soup
I wanted to get this post out the day after Easter for all of you folks who prepared ham for your holiday meal and who I’m sure also had loads of leftovers. That would have been SO efficient and...
View ArticleGuinness Beer Chili – In the Kitchen with The Blond Cook
I have a very special guest in the kitchen today, the very talented and incredibly sweet Amy of The Blond Cook. I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know Amy over time and it’s stunning how much we...
View ArticleHow To: Make, Customize and Freeze Homemade Cranberry Sauce
Just like jams and jellies, homemade cranberry sauce is a great item to make-ahead and freeze. Transfer it into mason jars, pop them in your freezer, and you can cross one thing off your Thanksgiving...
View ArticleBerry Pomegranate Smoothie
A wintery, holiday-inspired smoothie that combines bright, beautiful berries with pomegranate juice and non-fat Greek yogurt to create a vibrant, nutrition packed treat. Just because we’ve had zero...
View ArticleSausage and Tortellini Soup with Kale
A hearty, satisfying soup to warm you up on a cold winter day. Cheese tortellini, Italian sausage, and kale in a rich, tomato based broth. We are smack in the middle of one of the biggest storms we’ve...
View ArticleChristmas Bread Pudding
A dessert, steeped in tradition, all dressed up for the holidays with apples and dried cranberries and topped with a rum-spiked cream sauce. Pure comfort and totally festive. I have a tactic has been...
View ArticleEggnog French Toast
This is one of my favorite ways to use up some of that eggnog that inevitably ends up in my refrigerator each holiday season. French toast is always a winner in my house and eggnog and seasonal spices...
View ArticleWinter Kale Chopped Salad
This winter kale salad is chock-full of apples, avocado, dates, dried cranberries, toasted pecans and crumbled blue cheese. It’s tossed with a honey balsamic dressing to create a sweet, crunchy,...
View ArticleSlow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup – In the Kitchen with The Magical Slow Cooker
I’ve got a very special guest in the kitchen with me today. Sarah Olson of The Magical Slow Cooker is here to share this delicious Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup. All the flavors of classic stuffed...
View ArticleWhite Chicken Chili
A delicious blend of chicken, spices, beans, and peppers come together to make a hearty chili that will warm you up from the inside out. If you are a fan of chili and have not yet tried White Chicken...
View ArticleSlow Cooker Vegetable Beef Barley Soup
Let this hearty soup simmer in your slow cooker during the day and you’ll come home to a wholesome and comforting weeknight dinner. It’s loaded with chunks of tender beef, lots of veggies, and barley,...
View ArticleSweet Potato Bourbon Bundt Cake
This utterly delicious Sweet Potato Bourbon Bundt Cake is a great choice for any of your upcoming holiday gatherings. I’m ALL about this cake, friends. First, I love a bundt cake. They are old-timey...
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