Recipes
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Autumn Chowder
This is the ultimate fall comfort food! A classic from my grandma, enjoy this thick, creamy soup with fresh homemade bread and tossed salad. While some soups are the type where you can just dump in whatever leftovers you have in the fridge, I’d recommend sticking as close to the recipe as possible (including the amount of bacon) for this one. It takes about an hour to make from start to finish, and can serve 6-7. 1 1/2 lb. bacon, chopped1 c. chopped onions1 c. chopped carrots2 1/2 c. diced potatoes1 c. water2 chicken bouillon cubes2 16 oz. cans corn, drained3 c. milk3 TBS flour3 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheeseCook…
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Gluten Free Cooking
Hey friends, today I’m excited to post this article from a guest writer, my sister Emily. She has kindly shared her tips and favorites for cooking gluten-free. Feel free to pass this article along to any gluten-free friends you think might find it helpful, and to share any tips you have if you’re also in the gluten-free cooking club. Thanks so much for taking the time to share, Emily! Tips and Ideas From My First Year Last month was the one-year mark of my gluten-free cooking adventure! It’s not one I ever planned on, but some health challenges for one of our children led us down the gluten-free, low inflammation…
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12 Easy Summer Meal Ideas
Hey friends! Summer is here, and I’m so happy about that. I love all the fun that comes right along with the season, and I also enjoy getting to cook with fresh fruits and vegetables. That being said, I find it a bit more challenging to cook during the summer due to the heat and busyness. I’ve had fun finding meal ideas for you to make your summer cooking easier. Some are ideas we already use, while others are new that I’d enjoy trying sometime. Recipes are not included, (although I have linked a few) so you can go on your own treasure hunt or use your own recipes. Be…
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Kitchen Inspiration
Hello my friends! Today’s post is the second in our new series on Practical Feminine Skills and Tips (okay, I just made that name up 😉). And of course, cooking is not just a feminine skill either. As the holidays approach, with all of the baking and cooking fun coming with them, I hope that this post will be helpful to you. These websites are all either ones I have made at least one recipe from, or discovered as I was browsing for recipes, or that someone personally recommended to me. And at the end, I share the compiled cooking tips from my blog readers, along with a few of…
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Nonny’s Potato Salad
Hey there! What goes along with hot dogs, watermelon, and lemonade for a summer picnic? Or maybe a barbecue? In my book, it’s potato salad. This was my grandma’s recipe, passed down to my mom, and now I love making it, too. This is more of a chunky potato salad, although you can cook the potatoes a little longer if you prefer it to be softer. Enjoy! Serves 7-8. 8 large white or russet potatoes, washed and cut into quarters (you can peel them if you prefer, but we don’t mind a little potato skin, plus much of it will fall off after the potatoes are cooked) 2 hard-boiled eggs,…
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Banana Berry Smoothie
Yay for summer! This smoothie is delicious, filling, and so refreshing on a hot day! ‘Tis the season for picking berries; there’s just something so “summery” about getting out in the berry patch! Enjoy this smoothie for breakfast or as a power snack in the afternoon. It’s also healthy—the only “added” sugar is in the orange juice, which you can totally skip if you’d like (just add some water for extra liquid). If you’ve never used kefir before, it’s a natural, probiotic drink that should be available at your local grocery store. Serves 2. 2 bananas, sliced—preferably fresh, but you can use frozen 1 c. blackberries—fresh or frozen 1/2 c.…
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Chocolate Eclair Cake
Hey there everyone! This is one of our favorite desserts to make for company. It’s so easy, it’s delicious, and it’s no-bake (which makes it great for summer!). This cake does need to set in the refrigerator for awhile, though, so be sure to make it the night before you plan to serve it. Enjoy! 2-3 sleeves graham crackers 2 boxes vanilla pudding 2 c. milk 1 tub whipped topping 1 can chocolate frosting (you could make your own ganache topping instead, if desired) In a large bowl, combine milk, whipped topping, and pudding mixes. Whisk until smooth. Place one layer of graham crackers in a 9″x13″ pan. Pour half…
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Onion-Crusted Chicken
with air-fryer baked potatoes Tender, juicy chicken with a crispy covering of French fried onions–this is a family favorite! It’s so flavorful and–best of all–it is very quick and easy to make, so this recipe is ideal for a busy weeknight dinner. And my absolute favorite way to do baked potatoes (which pair really well with this meal) is in the air fryer. They come out perfectly crisp on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. Alright, on to the details! Onion-Crusted Chicken 3 or 4 chicken breasts, thawed, cut into 10-12 tenders 3/4 c. mayonnaise 1 6 oz. can (plus another 1/2 6 oz. can) french fried…
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Rich and Fluffy Twice-Baked Potatoes
I must admit a rather strange weakness: I could eat potatoes every day in one form or another. These rich twice-baked potatoes are so good, and they are easy to make! They can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until you’re ready to bake, so it’s a hosting-friendly recipe. Pair with steak and tossed salad for a classic meal. This recipe makes 20 potatoes, so of course you can half it if you don’t want that many. If you end up with extra filling, it’s really tasty by itself–don’t ask me how I know! 😊 10 russet potatoes, washed 1/4 c. olive oil 1 8 oz. package cream cheese…
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Peanut Butter Squares
Warning: Sugar overload ahead! These are more commonly known by the undignified name of “Peanut Butter Yummies” at our house. They never last very long around here! Enjoy this delicious, no-bake dessert; it’s perfect if you’re looking to make candy during the holidays. 3 sticks butter 2 c. peanut butter 2 c. graham cracker crumbs 2 1/2 c. confectioner’s sugar 1 12 oz. package chocolate chips Melt the 2 sticks of butter. Mix with peanut butter, graham cracker crumbs, and confectionary sugar. It’s easiest to mix with your hands. Press into a 9×13″ pan. Melt 1 stick of butter with chocolate chips (I usually melt them in the microwave as…
