This was one of the very first recipes I ever tried making. It is the quintessential recipe for the “Bachelor Series” because you should already have all five of these ingredients in your kitchen right now! And just like the other recipes in this series, all you have to do is dump the ingredients into […]
Each year the official start of “Pumpkin Season” begins when Starbucks debuts their Pumpkin Spice Lattes. And thanks to the coffee company, Pumpkin Season is beginning a week earlier this year. I try not to be a total “girly girl” and squeal with excitement over the thought of those warm, frothy drinks, but truth be
I want to preface this blog post recipe by saying EVERYONE should own a crock pot! I don’t care what your cooking skill level is; crock pots are one of the single most useful kitchen appliances out there. Why? Anyone can use it; if you can put ingredients into a bowl you’re already a crock
Happy National Lemonade Day! Lemonade is a classic drink that I think just about everyone enjoys. There’s nothing more refreshing on a hot summer day. My favorite has always been pink lemonade, primarily because of the color! However, I’ve found that many mixes are either too sweet or too tart. That’s why I started making
A lot of chicken Parmesan recipes require you to either sauté or fry the chicken prior to baking, but those steps only complicate the process. Instead this chicken Parmesan recipe is only lightly breaded and baked. As a result, you achieve the same taste in less time and with fewer calories. Additionally, cleanup is very
I love going to hibachi restaurants. I love all the flipping knives and the flames. And most importantly I love the food! It’s fresh and extremely flavorful. Unfortunately, going to a hibachi restaurant can get pretty pricey. And that’s exactly why I wanted to replicate the meal at home. This recipe is a full hibachi
Who doesn’t love cookies? They’re delicious in all colors, shapes, and sizes. But thick, fluffy cookies will always be my favorite! No sugary tasting crackers for me. Oh no. I like my cookies big and chewy. So for this recipe, I used my secret cookie ingredient to achieve those results – vanilla pudding mix! I
Today, I’m sharing my secret for making anyone believe you’re a gourmet chef – How To Make Perfect Filet Mignon! This is probably the most important recipe I will ever post, and it is crucial for every cook’s repertoire. HOW TO MAKE PERFECT FILET MIGNON Yield: 1 (4 ounce) filet Calories: 335 calories for 4
Everyone loves a good fruit salad. Not only is it delicious, but it’s also nutritious (sometimes I rhyme). My mother has always made the best fruit salad. Now, I realize I shower her with praises all the time on this blog, but trust me – it’s entirely deserved! Anyway, back to the fruit salad. Whenever
As you all know, I’m not from Kentucky. And I’ve never been to the Kentucky Derby. BUT that does not affect my love from Chocolate Pecan Derby Pie! My mother has been making this pie for as long as I can remember. It’s always the highlight of family holidays. Up until a few days ago,
