Hi there! This food blog started as a convenient place for my husband and I to share our recipes. But turned into a wonderful creative outlet for me while I was very sick and unable to tolerate the simplest of tasks. It has been somewhat of a life saver for us in more ways than one! We hope you find and enjoy a scrumptious culinary adventure with us.
In an effort to incorporate more vegetarian style meals, I have been searching and thinking about different flavors and texture profiles. Through the years, I have seen other blog posts and numerous vegetarian recipes on various cooking shows,…
Read moreDuring the fall and winter months, I love braised meals. They are so comforting and warming to the soul. This braised chicken recipe is pretty simple and incorporates tart cranberries, lemon, and cherry tomatoes. I love it during…
Read moreEveryone has their favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe! My recipe is based off a recipe I found years ago online and then after watching various docuseries specific to baking, I have tweaked the recipe to…
Read moreAny baker knows that they need to have a graham cracker crust recipe in their repertoire. There are just some pies that are better with graham cracker crusts. This is my simple recipe that tends to work…
Read moreOccasionally, I have these flavor ideas that just pop into my head …. usually when I am washing dishes or folding laundry and it’s this unconscious BAM – idea. This is one of those ideas…
Read moreEvery once in a while, I need chocolate mousse and my husband makes the most marvelous chocolate mousse with a hint of Kahlua. It’s dark, rich, and slightly boozy – it ticks all the boxes! It seems like…
Read moreSo food has gotten expensive, we have watched as our food budget has continued to expand during the pandemic and with inflation. It doesn’t seem to be going down, so my husband and I are going back to…
Read moreOne of my favorite morning treats is a delicious muffin and cup of coffee! And my son also loves muffins, so these are almost always around in our house. The recipe came by accident since I typically…
Read moreHomemade stock is the backbone to any soup, risotto, braised dish, etc. It has so many more nutrients, better texture and flavor compared to store bought. Chicken stock is not challenging and there is a process to follow…
Read moreIt’s hot and the only meal that sound appealing is a fresh, cool, and texture-rich salad. I love this combination of flavors and textures – it’s crunchy, punchy, and deceptively filling! Dino kale adds something that is just…
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