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Creamy Chicken with Green Chilies over Rice
When we lived in Cody, Wyoming, we frequented a Mexican restaurant called La Comida. During the summers, we ate outside and watched the tourists mill about main street. A couple of our friends worked there and they recommended a favorite dish, Pechuga over Rice, which is a creamy chicken and green chili dish. As soon

Venison Meatballs
Who doesn’t love make ahead freezer meals? They just seem to make life a little easier. Venison meatballs are a quick and easy meal for those busy week nights. You can use any ground meat or seasonings you want, you can make them ahead of time, have them the same day and feed a crowd,

Marshmallows
I realize that the dessert/baked goods category of this blog has more posts than the rest. That’s no mistake. And it’s not because I have a huge sweet tooth, because I really don’t. (I’m all about chips, dips, and appetizers). It’s partly because it might be my best area, but desserts are also the foods

Cinnamon Pecan Scones
I am a lover of all things scones and these cinnamon pecan scones rock my world. They are not dry or crumbly and they are even a bit sweet. Cinnamon pecan scones are a perfect addition to a special brunch – perhaps Christmas Eve or Christmas morning, or whip up a batch for a Saturday

Oatmeal Pancakes
I’ve been making oatmeal pancakes for my daughter since she was old enough to eat solids. From that time on, she has “helped” make her special oatmeal pancakes for many Saturday morning breakfasts. I originally named these, “Emilie’s Oatmeal Pancakes.” But that doesn’t make for a good SEO title. Sad, right? These quick and hearty

Reuben Rolls
Who doesn’t love appetizers? With the Super Bowl approaching, along with St. Patty’s Day around the corner, I thought it was a great time to introduce Reuben rolls. Although, one never really needs an excuse to make Reuben rolls. Or any appetizer for that matter. They are absolutely scrumptious!!! I believe in giving credit where

Crescent Pizza
Crescent pizza is a quick, easy meal that’s perfect for those busy, exhausting weekdays we all have. When I was younger, my mom made crescent pizza and it was always a family favorite. I believe she got the recipe from my lovely Aunt Jude. Thanks Aunt Jude. I didn’t include any step by step pictures

Gingerbread Men
I love our family tradition of making gingerbread men. There’s something magical and nostalgic about our home around Christmas time. The twinkling lights from the tree, the coziness of a fire crackling in our den, arranging my favorite nativity scene, and the wonderful smell of baking gingerbread permeating the house while my kids wait in

Sugar Cookie
Although I don’t really have a sweet tooth, I could easily polish off a few of these sugar cookies in one sitting. For breakfast. They are just that divine. I have memories of rolling out, cutting, frosting, and decorating HUGE batches of sugar cookies at Christmas with my mom and my grandma. The entire table

Cider
Who doesn’t love apple cider on crisp fall days or cold blustery evenings? I love to throw all the ingredients together and let it simmer on my stove top all day. It makes the house smell incredible. This cider recipe is based on my mom’s. For as long as I can remember, she has made

Creamy Chicken with Green Chilies over Rice
When we lived in Cody, Wyoming, we frequented a Mexican restaurant called La Comida. During the summers, we ate outside and watched the tourists mill about main street. A couple of our friends worked there and they recommended a favorite dish, Pechuga over Rice, which is a creamy chicken and green chili dish. As soon

Venison Meatballs
Who doesn’t love make ahead freezer meals? They just seem to make life a little easier. Venison meatballs are a quick and easy meal for those busy week nights. You can use any ground meat or seasonings you want, you can make them ahead of time, have them the same day and feed a crowd,

Marshmallows
I realize that the dessert/baked goods category of this blog has more posts than the rest. That’s no mistake. And it’s not because I have a huge sweet tooth, because I really don’t. (I’m all about chips, dips, and appetizers). It’s partly because it might be my best area, but desserts are also the foods

Cinnamon Pecan Scones
I am a lover of all things scones and these cinnamon pecan scones rock my world. They are not dry or crumbly and they are even a bit sweet. Cinnamon pecan scones are a perfect addition to a special brunch – perhaps Christmas Eve or Christmas morning, or whip up a batch for a Saturday

Oatmeal Pancakes
I’ve been making oatmeal pancakes for my daughter since she was old enough to eat solids. From that time on, she has “helped” make her special oatmeal pancakes for many Saturday morning breakfasts. I originally named these, “Emilie’s Oatmeal Pancakes.” But that doesn’t make for a good SEO title. Sad, right? These quick and hearty

Reuben Rolls
Who doesn’t love appetizers? With the Super Bowl approaching, along with St. Patty’s Day around the corner, I thought it was a great time to introduce Reuben rolls. Although, one never really needs an excuse to make Reuben rolls. Or any appetizer for that matter. They are absolutely scrumptious!!! I believe in giving credit where

Crescent Pizza
Crescent pizza is a quick, easy meal that’s perfect for those busy, exhausting weekdays we all have. When I was younger, my mom made crescent pizza and it was always a family favorite. I believe she got the recipe from my lovely Aunt Jude. Thanks Aunt Jude. I didn’t include any step by step pictures

Gingerbread Men
I love our family tradition of making gingerbread men. There’s something magical and nostalgic about our home around Christmas time. The twinkling lights from the tree, the coziness of a fire crackling in our den, arranging my favorite nativity scene, and the wonderful smell of baking gingerbread permeating the house while my kids wait in

Sugar Cookie
Although I don’t really have a sweet tooth, I could easily polish off a few of these sugar cookies in one sitting. For breakfast. They are just that divine. I have memories of rolling out, cutting, frosting, and decorating HUGE batches of sugar cookies at Christmas with my mom and my grandma. The entire table

Cider
Who doesn’t love apple cider on crisp fall days or cold blustery evenings? I love to throw all the ingredients together and let it simmer on my stove top all day. It makes the house smell incredible. This cider recipe is based on my mom’s. For as long as I can remember, she has made