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Monkey Bread

Monkey Bread

My mom used to make Monkey Bread for us several times a year when I was growing up. It was always so good and such a treat. Even my friends from childhood remember it and couldn’t wait to eat it! I reserve it now only […]

No mess bacon

No mess bacon

Do you hate making bacon because it’s messy and greasy? Well, your problems are solved!! Preheat the oven at 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the bacon on the paper and bake for about 30 minutes. Take the bacon off the […]

Easter Menu 2013 – The Follow-up

Easter Menu 2013 – The Follow-up

What a beautiful Easter day! We started with an amazing scientific discussion in Sunday School about the ‘God Particle’ which was just brilliant. It was not just the discussion but the fact the discussion was happening in church. What an amazing faith community we have! […]

Pot Roast – Delicious comfort food

Pot Roast – Delicious comfort food

So, how do you braise a meat in liquid and it comes out dry? Wouldn’t you think that was impossible? Well, I’m here to tell you that it is definitely possible. However, this recipe and technique is a sure fire way of preparing a juicy […]

Turkey Roll-Ups

Turkey Roll-Ups

I was making these turkey roll ups for my kids’ lunch the other day (yes…I send my kids off to school with gourmet looking sandwiches that take no more time to prepare than your standard peanut butter and jelly)!! Anyway, as I was making them, […]

Easter Dinner 2013 – Prep Time!

Easter Dinner 2013 – Prep Time!

It is Saturday morning and time to get busy. Easter Sunday there is Sunday School, Church and the Egg Hunt so I’ll be gone from 9-1 which won’t leave a ton of prep time then. Plus, once all the family arrives, I don’t want to […]

Best Ever Scalloped Potatoes

Best Ever Scalloped Potatoes

This is a traditional side dish my brother and I do every Christmas. They truly are the best ever scalloped potatoes!! They are a bit time intensive but worth every second it takes to make all those slices and layers. I’ve made these for 80 […]