Mini Pizza Party and Meatball Stuffed Pizzas

February 9, 2015.Reading time 8 minutes.

I love making pizza its one of my favorite things, but making pizza for parties…. Well it always sounds like a better idea in my head. I have these visions of me tossing dough sky-high and forming perfectly round pies and cranking out pizzas that would make any Italian proud in no time flat. In […]

A Super Bowl of “Seattle” Style Salmon Chowder…..

January 29, 2015.Reading time 5 minutes.

Several years ago I visited Seattle for a friend’s wedding. It was one of the most beautiful cities I’ve ever been to. Everything was so green and the food was delicious. One day, after a long morning walking around Pikes Place Market we stopped for lunch at this little shop advertizing bowls of “Salmon” Chowder. […]

New Years Goals, Las Vegas and Pork Green Chili Stew

January 21, 2015.Reading time 11 minutes.

I hope that everyone has been enjoying 2015. Who is still following through on their New Years Resolutions? I’ve never been one to set resolutions to be honest instead I challenge myself to accomplish something new each year. Last year it was taking a hot yoga class. This year I’m challenging myself to learn how […]

Merry Christmas!!! Orange Zest and Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée

December 24, 2014.Reading time 6 minutes.

I hope everyone is having a Merry Christmas and a wonderful Holiday!!! And for those of you who will be having a White Christmas this year…. LUCKY!!! While there is a 0% chance of me getting a White Christmas this year, last year was a different story. Last December I spent 5 days just before […]

The Delicious Smell Of Gingerbread Cookies In The Morning

December 18, 2014.Reading time 3 minutes.

Well it’s the final Holiday Countdown is everyone ready??? Just one week until Christmas!! It seems like December has just flown by this year leaving me with not enough time to get in all of my favorite Christmas traditions, but I’ve covered most of the basics… 1) Watch Charlie Brown, Rudolf The Red-Nosed Reindeer, Frosty The […]

The Holiday Hustle and Spicy Shrimp Scampi Pasta…..

December 9, 2014.Reading time 8 minutes.

I hope everyone is enjoying the holiday season so far. Things have been good here in Texas even though it’s been unseasonable warm. All I want is just a foot or two of snow… That’s not too much to ask for is it? I can’t sing about Frosty the Snow Man, while dreaming of a […]

The Liebster Award

December 1, 2014.Reading time 6 minutes.

I’m so excited and honored to have been nominated for the Liebster Award, by Fourth Generation Farmgirl. I started this blog back in April after being encouraged by a good friend. Over the last few months I have learned many things about myself and I have been inspired by so many of you. Thank you […]

Countdown To Turkey Day: Spiced Jellied Cranberry Sauce

November 26, 2014.Reading time 4 minutes.

I love the smell of cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange zest simmering away on the stovetop don’t you? It smells like the holidays. Speaking of holidays Happy Thanksgiving Everyone (a day early). I really think that Thanksgiving just might be my favorite holiday. Thanksgiving is a day to remember all the things you are thankful for. […]

Ooey, Gooey, Pecan Pie Cobbler and Pecan Pie Bars

November 25, 2014.Reading time 9 minutes.

This past weekend I hosted my first ever Friends-Giving. I was cooking the Turkey, gravy, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, rolls and a dessert. I made my to do list and I checked it twice. The night before I brined the Turkey, and made the cranberry sauce. For my dessert I decided to make a Pecan Pie […]

It’s the Holiday Season: Chipotle, Cranberry, and Rosemary Roasted Nuts

November 21, 2014.Reading time 3 minutes.

Sugar and Spice and Everything nice that’s what these Holiday Roasted Nuts are made of…. Every year around the holidays I make this addicting sweet, spicy and perfectly savory nut mix by the bucketful. It’s the perfect party snack and it makes a great gift to handout to the neighbors in a little holiday tins. […]