I’m lucky that Danny has stepped up on the cooking front around here. My new schedule is definitely requiring adjustment and I don’t have the energy to do much cooking these days. Thankfully, Danny is a great cook. When he’s feeling inspired, he’s better than I am because he is meticulous about following directions and … More March Meals
A Mitten State staple is the Northern Michigan Pasty. It was one of Danny’s mom’s favorites. The first and last time I tried making some was for her but the recipe I used wasn’t my favorite; therefore, I found another one. It’s from a metro-Detroit blog, Dula Notes, and I’m hoping for great thing. Stay … More February Meals
I’m determined to go back to serious meal planning next month. I cook most nights but there is little planning involved, we go to the grocery store far too often. and during the holiday season we’ve been too quick to go out too. The result is pounds of wasted food (i.e. money). I know this … More January Meals
Sunday afternoon Cara and I spent hours in the kitchen baking cookies. It was our third year carrying out this tradition and I believe our most successful attempt. We were pleased with all the recipes this year. The eggnog cookie recipe is fantastic. It is easy to make and delicious. I stopped experimenting with homemade … More Christmas Cookies 2015
It’s the holiday season and I’m too busy to think much about dinner. Consequently, I picked out my favorite recipe from this year and will enjoy the highlights! French Onion Soup Au Gratin Stuffed Meatballs “Bulldog” Hot Dog Baked Ziti Asian Lemon Chicken Tenders Thai Chicken Tacos Grown-up Grilled Cheese Super Sloppy Joe Lemon Chicken … More December Meals
When I was younger cheesecake was my favorite dessert. Pumpkin cheesecake was the best of both worlds. Surprisingly, while I’ve tried my hands at some challenging desserts, I’ve never attempted cheesecake. I won’t go as far to say I made a real cheesecake this weekend since this is no-bake; however, it is a lovely substitute. … More Easy Pumpkin Cheesecake
The holiday season is in our midst. I imagine most people will be tasked with bringing a dish to a large gathering at one point or the other in the next few weeks; therefore, November’s meals are really sides. Many of these are my go to favorites: zucchini casserole, cranberries, mac & cheese and corn … More November Meals
Miracles happen! The Lions managed a victory over the Falcons Sunday morning and are first in our division. If you follow football even a little you will understand how impressive this is. I credit this victory to the delicious English breakfast I made in tribute to the London game. As an Anglophile, I welcome any … More An English Breakfast
I’m not a great meal planner on a day-to-day basis. This has had a noticeable impact on our budget; therefore, I appointed Danny weekly meal planner. So far he’s doing a good job. The Sloppy Joe selection was his and it is fantastic. Simple, affordable and delicious – I’m not sure why anyone buys Manwich. … More October Meals
It’s that time of year again when everything is flavored like pumpkin spice and caramel apple. It’s a trend that has become so trivialized it’s not as special as it use to be. Nevertheless, when I saw this two ingredient recipe for pumpkin brownies I had to try it. Combine one box of brownie mix … More Easy Fall Brownies
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