Cheddar AYE Biscuits

If you have never eaten something so surprising delightful that you just burst out  “ WHOA, WOW, AYE, or OMG!”,  then you would not understand the name of these here biscuits.  I have seen thousands of social media posts of people showcasing their made from box cheddar biscuits. While they looked tasty, I silently challenged …

Baked Fiesta Tortilla Chips

When I tell people that I make oven-baked tortilla chips they often look at me like I suddenly started glowing. They truly cannot believe that they know someone who would prefer to make tortilla chips herself instead of buying them from the store.  What they do not know, however, is that it’s extremely easy and …

Best Ever Guacamole

You won’t believe me if I told you this now, but….*whispers under breath* I once hated avocados. I feel ridiculous for admitting this now. As a kid, avocados weren’t typically on the menu in my household, so I did what most kids did, labeled it as “gross” for no valid reason. It wasn’t until college …

Southern-Style Potato Salad

It’s summertime which means holidays, cookouts, and backyard parties. The grills will be out and sides will be needed. Nothing completes a BBQ like southern style potato salad. Everyone has their own personal take on this cookout favorite. Some have added raisins, grapes, or even celery, but for me, I love a good classic. This …

Easy Herb Flatbread

For the longest time, I have been telling myself that I need to make flatbread. Not really sure where this newest obsession came from, but what can I say? The brain works in mysterious ways. I have been putting off trying to create the perfect flatbread recipe for weeks now. I kept convincing myself that …

Easy Homemade Pizza Sauce

A pizza night with family or friends is the perfect kickoff to a great weekend in. Homemade pizza is a budget-friendly and fun way to feed a large crowd while appeasing picky eaters. Everyone has the chance to be creative and add the toppings that please their palate.  What’s one thing that can take a …

The Perfect Baked Potato

I love a good baked potato.  Whether it’s a large russet or a vibrant sweet potato, if it’s baked, I’ll eat it. Baked potatoes are easy to make, pair nicely with just about any entrée, and have a pretty extensive toppings list. Although I am baked potato crazy now, this was not always the case. …

Parmesan Garlic Mashed Potatoes

I eat a ton of potatoes. Seriously, at least once a week I am eating a potato in one form or another. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner I can pretty much whip up a potato recipe for any occasion. Needless to say, with so many potatoes recipes sometimes I can’t decide on which one …

Cajun Baked French Fries

I’m a potato lover, I may or may not have mentioned that over a million times before. Lately, my potato cravings have drifted me towards the fried and slightly salted variety, French fries. While I love a good fry, I try to avoid fried foods when I can. You know, with all the food and …

Bacon Jalapeno Poppers

My Bacon Jalapeno Poppers are a must-have game-day snack! What’s a super bowl party without jalapeno poppers? Add a little bacon and you’re definitely in store for a treat. These apps are super easy to whip up and will be sure to have your party guest cheering, no touchdown needed. The spiciness from the jalapenos …

Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings

A game day party without wings…isn’t really a party. Without wings, its just a bunch of people hovering over an electric box screaming, sounds way less exciting, huh? Well never fret. My game day wings are hot and ready for the finger licking goodness that is sure to follow. My baked garlic parmesan chicken wings …

Crockpot Lil Smokies

kGet the crockpot ready because today we’re making our gameday lil smokies! These tiny appetizers are one of my favorite gameday snacks and they are legit hassle-free! Just pop all your ingredients in the crockpot, turn on high for 3 hours, and BOOM, you’re done! After cooking, feel free to serve in a large bowl …

Mussel Marinara in Wine Sauce

Looking for a simple seafood dish that is sure to wow a crowd with little effort? Well, look no further, my Mussel Marinara in Wine Sauce recipe is exactly that! Mussel marinara is cooked mussels in a flavorful and thick tomato-based sauce. It’s an affordable dish that makes it seem like you spent countless hours …

Brussel Sprout Salad with Zesty Garlic Dressing

My latest obsession? Shredded brussel sprout salad with dried cranberries and zesty garlic dressing. sounds weird, well don’t knock it until you try it.  If you like crisp and crunchy salads then you’ll definitely become a fan of my brussel sprout salad. The saltiness from the crispy bacon and the sweetness from the dried cranberries …