The tangy lemon filling between layers of tender white cake. Top it all off with a rich coconut-cream cheese frosting. It’s no wonder some people think that it is one of the best cakes they’ve ever eaten. Ingredients : For the cake 1 cup butter, softened 2 cups sugar 4 large eggs, separated 3 cups…
It’s a hearty comfort food that’s made right in your slow cooker and packed full of sensational flavors!In our house, a big pot of soup is a staple when it comes feeding our family, and this veggie-rich minestrone is one of our favorites. It warms us from the inside out! With all the crazy schedules…
I’m all about simple these days and this recipe is just that! Although it has a number of different seasonings, it is just simple enough to please all ages. The kids loved it, the husband loved it, Grandma and Papa loved it! EVERYONE loves it!! Try it out and tell us how much you and…
We can’t be the only ones who are avoiding the grocery stores today, so I thought I’d share my new favorite vegetarian chili recipe. It’s perfect for watching football games with a crowd since it’s a hearty meatless option that carnivores will enjoy. Plus, it can be vegan and gluten-free if you choose your toppings…
Visiting family is such a bitter sweet experience for me. It is so amazing to spend time with those I love most, but I suffer from such depression after it is over. After two weeks visiting my parents in Ohio, we are headed back home to Minnesota. It will be tough on me, but it…
This is an easy and very tasty dish. I often substitute ground turkey and low fat dairy products and it is still delicious! Serve with chips, salsa and green salad. YUMMY!!! This recipe was great. I made some modifications based on the ingredients I happened to have on hand, and it still turned out great….
This slower cooker meal is hearty, delicious, uses only five ingredients, and leaves you with a protein AND a side dish. No, it’s not too good to be true… it’s slow cooked chicken with stuffing. Here’s how to make it! Ingredients : 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts 1 cup chicken broth 1 can of cream…
Traditional sweet potato recipe. It is usually served as a side dish. It’s been a long time coming, but the time is here- and I MUST share my recipe for some good old fashioned baked candied yams, soul food style! I refer to the baked candied yams as my soul food version, because these are…
After reading numerous recipes and reviews, I settled on this one for my 1st ever stew. Yumm! I added a packaged of onion soup mix to the flour to coat the meat, would add onions at the same time as the meat next time so they cook more. Added 2 carrots in the beginning and…
Ingredients : 1 pound of ground beef 1 small onion, chopped 1 pack of taco seasoning 1 can refried beans 1 can cream of mushroom soup, undiluted 1/2 cup sour cream 1 pack large flour tortillas 2 1/2 cups of shredded Mexican blend cheese Directions : Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large skillet,…
There’s probably nothing cuter in the baking world than cake pops, and I find their overwhelming sweetness very appealing as well. But unfortunately they can be quite an undertaking to make, and can require different steps to be spread out overall several days. So before I headed off to my friend Mara’s bachelorette party last…
A very popular breakfast recipe: Farmer’s Casserole ~ here is a short video showing you how to make it. Scroll to the end of this post for a printable recipe. I have made this recipe many times for Thanksgiving morning, Christmas morning, Easter brunch, kid sleepovers, family gatherings and more. It’s the kind of recipe…
A wonderful warm apple candy, better than apple pie! A comforting apple bread pudding with an easy-to-make apple pie filling. Serve warm and add vanilla ice cream for the ultimate taste experience. INGREDIENTS : 8 cups bread, cubed 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped 4 eggs 1 cup vanilla yogurt 1 cup milk 2…
For my birthday a few weeks ago, my hubby was in charge of making my birthday cake. Some years I change it up and ask for brownies, cookies, or something other than cake. This year, my only request was that it be filled with chocolate. Since chocolate is one of my favorite things, you can’t…
Broccoli Salad is a quick summer salad chock full of fresh crisp broccoli, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and bacon bits. It’s all tossed in a creamy homemade dressing. Since it’s best made ahead of time (and everyone raves over this recipe), it is the perfect potluck dish, great for any gathering or bbq. My family…
These 5-minute stovetop Candied Pecans are a quick and easy way to make sweet glazed pecans for salads, snacking, food gifts, and more! Whether you eat these pecans on their own or add them to a variety of dishes, they’re such an easy way to add flavor and texture to so many recipes. Most candied…