Month: October 2016

Family Favorite Chicken Fingers

Family Favorite Chicken Fingers

When my kids were young, they could eat these chicken fingers every day! Even now, they’re still a hit at our family gatherings. While I’d love to take credit for this crowd-pleaser, I have to give a nod to Paula Deen. The original recipe comes 

Grandma Betty’s Famous Sunday Spaghetti and Meatballs

Grandma Betty’s Famous Sunday Spaghetti and Meatballs

Mom is famous for her spaghetti and meatballs. While she may have made it on other days, I always associate this dish with Sundays. I have such fond memories of sitting in church, knowing that a comforting plate of spaghetti and meatballs was waiting for 

Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini

Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini

Quite some time ago, my mother discovered this recipe after trying it at the famous Lion House restaurant in Salt Lake City. She loved it so much that she snatched it up, and it quickly became a staple in our home. Over the years, I’ve 

Heavenly Cinnamon Swirls

Heavenly Cinnamon Swirls

There are some things in life that simply speak for themselves, and these cinnamon rolls are definitely one of them. Imagine the smell of warm cinnamon and sugar wafting through your kitchen, the soft, pillowy dough that’s just begging to be pulled apart, and that 

Cheesy Broccoli and Ham Soup

Cheesy Broccoli and Ham Soup

A Soup Worth Fighting Over I have a couple of daughters who would kill for this soup—it’s that good. My mom got this recipe many years ago from a family friend, and well, you know when you find a recipe that works, you keep it 

Rustic and Rich Beef Goulash

I stumbled upon this recipe many years ago when I was a brand-new mom, navigating the world of quick and easy meals. I think it was written on the label of a soup can, actually—hey, you’ve got to start somewhere! Over the years, I’ve doctored 

Mushroom and Ham Quiche

Mushroom and Ham Quiche

I LOVE quiche! Funny thing is, I didn’t realize this until well into my adult years. Now, I can’t help but regret all the wasted time when quiche wasn’t a part of my life.  Most of my kids aren’t huge fans of mushrooms (unlike their 

Our Favorite [Sloppy] Joe

Our Favorite [Sloppy] Joe

I grew up with this super simple recipe, and it has become a staple in my kitchen, especially on those busy nights when time is limited. It’s one of those go-to meals that makes an appearance at least a couple of times a month. There’s 

Ultimate Crab Rangoon

Ultimate Crab Rangoon

Okay, I LOVE crab rangoon. It’s a given that whenever I’m at a Chinese restaurant, I’m always going to order the rangoon. However, I’ve found that some versions can be a bit bland, lacking that punch of flavor that makes them truly irresistible. That’s why 

Perfect Pie Crust

Perfect Pie Crust

In my family, there’s a cherished legacy – my mother is renowned for her pies, especially her flawless pie crusts. When I first embarked on making homemade pie crusts, I found it quite daunting. However, I quickly discovered that with practice and a little patience