Condiments & Sauces

How to make a balsamic reduction

How to make a balsamic reduction

If you ever dine out, then I’m sure you’ve had a dish somewhere along the way that is served with a balsamic reduction lightly drizzled on top. It sounds fancy. It tastes wonderful. It is very versatile. I love it. It seems like a bit […]

Easy Meat Sauce

Easy Meat Sauce

Homemade Marinara Meat Sauce is so much easier to make than you think. It will beat a store bought one any day of the week. My sister gave me a starter recipe a few years ago at my husband’s request, but I have had to […]

Fun Condiment Holders

Fun Condiment Holders

The next time you are serving burgers and hot dogs for a crowd, don’t just put the ketchup and mustard bottles on the table. Try these fun condiment holders! They are easy, fun, and add instant color to your table! Here’s what you do…Cut different colored […]

Melissa’s Secret BBQ Sauce (and now award winning)

Melissa’s Secret BBQ Sauce (and now award winning)

I’m a bit reluctant to give this one away….well, actually, saying ‘a bit reluctant’ is a bit of a misnomer. I’m actually ridiculously and freakishly reluctant. In fact, I have no real desire to share this secret weapon, but I’m trying to be a more […]

Grilled Flank Steak with Lime, Honey and Garlic

Grilled Flank Steak with Lime, Honey and Garlic

I threw a marinade for grilled flank steak together for a last minute dinner and it was soooooo yummy. My daughter was sopping up the juices with her finger (just don’t tell Emily Post). I try to avoid bottle marinades whenever possible so I can […]

Fried chicken and homemade gravy, skillet corn and steamed broccoli

Fried chicken and homemade gravy, skillet corn and steamed broccoli

How to make fried chicken tenders and homemade, southern-style gravy! With Skillet Corn and Steamed Broccoli Ok, I have a confession to make. It is really bad and I have had tremendous guilt since the, well, the ‘incident’. My husband was out of town. While […]

Pickled Onions

Pickled Onions

Pickled onions are awesome! They have so many uses and elevate any dish in which you use them. I like to add them as a topping for tacos, salads, and just about any braised meat leftovers on a sandwich (pork shoulder, brisket, short ribs, pot […]