Life can get just plain cluttered and complicated at times. We get busy chasing our schedules, juggling commi

It's Oscar night and once again I must confess that I haven't seen any of the movies that have been nominated

I'm ready for Spring and picnics. Who's with me?! When it's warm enough, John and I eat dinner on our back por

Messy cooks are the best, right? I usually try to keep the kitchen "clean as I go", but during this little pa

Last week I learned a new cooking technique while preparing Beefy Black-Eyed Pea Chili. The recipe instruction

Just the right amount of savory and sweet, I think you'll love this easy Winter salad! Prepare Sugared Curried

Good morning, Sunshine! Isn't it amazing what a little sunlight can do for your soul? After a week of snowy w

For my friends in the South who may be snowed in today (Winter Storm Pax), here's a Valentine's Day treat. Sen

Blueberry Strata is another delicious make-ahead breakfast casserole from Janssen Park Place Bed & Breakfa

I don't think I could ever get tired of pizza. Crispy crust, melty cheese, and spicy toppings--what's not to

Just in time for Valentine's Day gift giving - Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies! Mix up the dough, chill for an ho

One of my very favorite cooking ingredients is balsamic vinegar. I like to use balsamic vinegar in salad dress

Need a quick, healthy, and easy side dish for dinner? Try Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan (or Asiago -Â

I just finished putting together  BLT Wraps (by the Recipe Girl who, by the way, has a brand new cookbook )Â

These Tiramisu Cookies are soft and delicate with flavors of coffee, chocolate, and rum -- delicious!

Hubby and I spent this past weekend in North Carolina visiting our daughter, Lindsay, who treated us to a yumm

Weeknight comfort food in just 30 minutes that you don't have to feel guilty about? Absolutely! Pick up a ro

The excitement sure is mounting here in K-town in anticipation of our man Peyton's repeat appearance in the

Thanks to my in-laws, we have extra blueberries in our freezer from their crop which has prompted me to look

I know it's the middle of Winter, but sometimes I just want a taste of Spring! This quick and easy Mandarin St

Let me just say that I love Saturday morning breakfasts. With the busy schedule that we keep throughout the w

If you're like most people, you resolved to start the New Year off being healthier and watching your weight. I

Cabbage would not be at the top of my list when planning side dishes for a meal, but this recipe in the Januar

Life, Love, and Good Food is starting 2014 off light with Orange-Mustard Glazed Pork Chops by Cooking Light ma

Ever order spinach artichoke dip as an appetizer when you're out with friends and once it is served, you're se

Ten years ago, this delicious Southern appetizer, Pork Loin on Cornmeal Biscuits with Texas Cranberry Chutney,

Makes 12 cinnamon rolls. Rolls are best enjoyed the same day, but stay fresh and soft in a covered container f

Christmas countdown is on! This week I've been sharing lots of peppermint and chocolate goodies, but I've save

Each Christmas my mom and grandmother made tons of old-fashioned chocolate and peanut butter fudge to give as

If you don't have a donut pan, go get one or put it on your Christmas list! Baked donuts are quick and easy to

Santa will be especially jolly if you leave a plate of these Peppermint Crunch Chocolate Chip Cookies under th

Peppermint - Chocolate - Popcorn - what more could you ask for? Here is a quick and easy snack that is perfec

For our potluck Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners with my family out in the country, everyone is expected to

Use with Baked Chocolate Peanut Butter Donuts

Here's one chicken that is worthy of a being the main event at your next special Sunday dinner without causing

Ginger Cookies have been a Christmas baking tradition in our house for twenty years, so it just wouldn't seem