Slow Cooker Shredded Barbacoa Beef Two Ways…..

August 11, 2015.Reading time 5 minutes.

Happy Tuesday!! I hope everyone had an enjoyable weekend. It was a great weekend here in Texas with the exciting return of the English Premier League. Needless to say I started my Saturday morning off early at 6:45 am to watch Manchester United against the Spurs. Then I got busy pruning back some shrubs and my Knock-Out […]

Jalapeño Garlic Baked Mexican Street Corn

July 31, 2015.Reading time 4 minutes.

Mexican Street Corn : Grilled corn on the cob that is seasoned with chili spices, lime juice, slathered in a creamy sauce (Mexican Crema, Sour Cream or Mayo), rolled in crumbled queso fresco and sprinkled with cilantro. I Love, Love, LOVE, Mexican Street Corn and without doubt it’s one of the BEST foods of summer. But […]

Crispy Baked Chicken Flautas & “All Purpose” Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Filling

July 28, 2015.Reading time 3 minutes.

Are you looking for something simple, easy and Mexican for dinner? This recipe for my “All Purpose” Crockpot Chicken Enchilada filling has to be one of the easiest recipes I’ve ever posted. It is perfect for those on the go families who need something that doesn’t require much attention, and can cook low and slow all […]

Creamy Roasted Summer Squash Lasagna

July 24, 2015.Reading time 7 minutes.

Originally I had another recipe typed up and scheduled to share with y’all today. I planned on sharing a recipe for my all-purpose Creamy Crockpot Southwestern Chicken. I almost never use the Crockpot, as we just don’t get along, but this recipe was different. This one worked great! Then I even then turned this Creamy […]

Tex-Mex Tortilla Mac & Cheese

July 21, 2015.Reading time 6 minutes.

It’s been a busy week back in the kitchen since returning from vacation. I’ve been testing out several new recipes, stocking up my freezer with all my old favorites, and getting ready for the return of the busy “Fall” fundraising season. As I’ve mentioned before my husband and I run our own school fundraising company (Big […]

Homemade Gourmet Smokin’ Chipotle Jalapeño Poppers

June 16, 2015.Reading time 4 minutes.

In Texas this time of the year Jalapeños are found in abundance at the grocery stores, farmers markets, and roadside produce stands. One of my favorite things to do with all these jalapeños is make jalapeño poppers. I mean you can never go wrong with a pepper stuffed with cheese and wrapped in bacon right? […]

Tamale Cravings and a Quick Dinner Solution: Tamale Pie

March 27, 2015.Reading time 5 minutes.

Every summer I set aside a couple of days to make Tamales for tailgating during the upcoming Dallas Cowboys Football Season. I get comfy in the kitchen, I start a Doctor Who Marathon on Netflix and I make Tamales. “Green” Pulled Pork Tamales Now anyone who has ever made Tamales will tell you that it’s […]

Cajun Gumbo Pot Pie With A Cornmeal Pastry Crust

March 13, 2015.Reading time 4 minutes.

You know those times when you just can’t decide what to make for dinner? It’s cold outside and a big pot of Cajun Gumbo sure sounds good. Then again nothing beats a good ol’ Pot Pie. Well why not combine these two classic dishes into one extraordinary meal like Cajun Gumbo Pot Pie…. This Cajun […]

Two Classic American Casseroles Transformed Into One……

February 10, 2015.Reading time 4 minutes.

Growing up my two favorite dishes were my Mom’s Chicken & Rice Casserole and King Ranch Chicken Enchiladas. Both of these dishes are fairly simple to assemble using ingredients most everyone keeps on hand. Although I will admit to making these dishes slightly more complicated over the past year by making my own Cream of […]