Simple recipes for everyday families
In my world, fall just wouldn’t be complete without a pecan recipe. They are my favorite nut to bake with and this time of year they seem to be especially perfect. I decided on these Pecan Shortbread Bars because it brings my love of shortbread and pecan pie together in one recipe. The shortbread crust […] Read more…
We are heading into appetizer season. Whether it is a football game or a holiday party there are so many times that I am in need of a quick and easy finger food. I find that it is great to have a handful of tasty recipes. Ones that I know everyone will love and that […] Read more…
I had a different recipe planned for today but once I made these cookies I just couldn’t wait. All of you sweet readers need to make these Pumpkin Roll Cake Cookies today. Not tomorrow, not Thursday {like I had planned}…today! One of my favorite fall desserts is a Pumpkin Roll…the spongy and moist cake, rolled […] Read more…
My kids are older now but I remember all too well the last minute panic of needing a school treat. I can’t exactly remember what grade my Tater was in but it was well past 9 p.m. on the night before his Halloween party that he informed me that we needed to bring something for […] Read more…
I have to say this before you read any further. If you are not a butternut squash fan then this recipe is most likely not for you. On the other hand, if you are…then you need to make this right away because it will change your squash loving life forever. I made this a few […] Read more…
Life is so much better with cookies! Wouldn’t you agree? It is not a secret that I love to bake and it is also not a secret that cookies are my FAVORITE! I don’t know what it is about a cookie but I love them more than any one person possibly should. These Kentucky Butter […] Read more…
It is almost October but I just couldn’t wait another moment to post a pumpkin recipe. I absolutely LOVE the flavors of fall and baking during this time of year not only fills my belly…but my soul. I make a couple of different versions of Monkey Bread. One uses frozen rolls and rises overnight, then […] Read more…
Before marrying my Darb I had been missing out on Cajun food. He loves the spicy flavors of the South and although I wouldn’t consider myself to be someone who likes “hot” food, I am now a sucker for Cajun spices. When I can get it on the table in 15 minutes…well…that is even better […] Read more…
I am so excited today because I am featuring a recipe from a fellow bloggers upcoming cook book, Sugar High. Nicole Hampton is the creative mind behind not only the book but also her blog, Dough-Eyed. The book is full of sweet and savory recipes for baking at 5,000 feet and above. Our elevation is […] Read more…
What if I told you that Roasted Chicken isn’t just for Sunday super anymore? With the slow cooker you can have a Roasted Chicken any day of the week! When I am doing my weekly meal planning I try to plan at least one meal in the slow cooker. It is so nice to come […] Read more…