After a year on his own and venturing in to cooking lots of different things Sam decided he was ready to learn to cook his all-time favorite food…chicken fried steak! It wasn’t long after he started eating real food that he decided this was his preferred meal. He would request it for most special meals year after year. I even served it at his 21st birthday this year and talked … [Read more...]
A Greek-Inspired Summertime Supper
Like most everyone, I love the simplicity of a charcuterie board, especially during the summer. The last thing most of us want to do after a day by the pool or lake is cook. I found the ideas for these recipes in an entertaining book and thought I would give it a try. I’ve tweaked each of these to our liking and love the fact that the only thing you really have to do prior to … [Read more...]
Simple Spring Supper
I love to try to “copycat” recipes from some of my favorite places. Sometimes they turn out, sometimes not. My kids could name off all the fails quickly! Lettuce wraps from PF Chang’s are my favorite. I’ve tried so many different recipes throughout the years, but nothing has come close until recently. One day, I was quickly darting through the grocery store and they were … [Read more...]
Comforting Chicken Pot Pie
If you know me, you know that when my people are sick, hurting or needing to be loved on, I feed them! It’s just what I do. I love cooking for others, and it’s very stress relieving for me. Several years ago, a sweet friend brought me this chicken pot pie after a surgery, and it has become an all-time favorite of mine. When taking it to someone, I usually add another vegetable … [Read more...]
Autumn Apple Cider Cocktail
We love the holidays around my house, especially the time from Thanksgiving to Christmas! I’ve tried the last couple of years to simplify things and prepare as much as possible, allowing me more time to enjoy company and not feel like I’m stuck in the kitchen. We divvy up the recipes for sides and desserts - shouldn’t everyone get in on the fun? Last year we had an impromptu … [Read more...]