Faith, Food, Family, & The Great Outdoors
About Me
Hey, I’m Susan. Pull up a chair – I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a dreamer, a Jesus lover, and someone who has walked through enough hard things to know that God doesn’t waste any of it. I’ve been the strong one. The one who kept showing up, held it together, and quietly wondered if there was more to faith than just enduring.
Spoiler: there is so much more!
Flannels & Pearls is the place I built for women like me – women who are ready to go deeper in the Word, to actually abide instead of just survive, and to find the kind of community where you don’t have to have it all together to belong.
I lead retreats, write about the hard and holy things, and show up for women who are ready to stop white-knuckling their faith and start actually living it. You’ll also find me in the kitchen – sharing recipes and gathering people around the table is just part of how I love to love!
I believe God meets us in the middle of our real stories. Not when we’ve cleaned them up. Right in the middle.
So wherever you are in yours – welcome. You’re in the right place.
Latest Blog Posts
E-COOKBOOK
Let's Gather Together
Let’s Gather Together is all about hardy, wholesome recipes for autumn and winter seasons. This e-cookbook – now in its Second Edition – is 81 pages of my favorite autumn soups, breads and desserts that are sure to become a staple at your dinner table.
Creamy Chicken with Green Chilies over Rice
November 18, 2018
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
May 2, 2018
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
February 25, 2018
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
February 15, 2018
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
February 8, 2018
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
January 15, 2018
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
January 8, 2018
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
December 15, 2017
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
December 10, 2017
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
December 5, 2017
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
November 18, 2018
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
May 2, 2018
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
February 25, 2018
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
February 15, 2018
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
February 8, 2018
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
January 15, 2018
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
January 8, 2018
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
December 15, 2017
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
December 10, 2017
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
December 5, 2017
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