This recipe is a new way to serve a classic meal. Tomato soup and grilled cheese belong together. Instead of serving a sandwich with my tomato soup, I served my tomato soup with cheesy toast on top. Every once in a great while, my husband Charles comes up with an idea for a meal. Some […]
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Steak and Fried Goat Cheese Salad
Inspired by my trip to Provence, this steak and fried goat cheese salad is loaded with vegetables and topped with steak to create a complete meal. When Kelly and I were in France, she kept talking about her love of fried goat cheese salads. We were constantly on the hunt for them. The idea got […]
10 Winter Soup Recipes to Keep You Warm
This collection of winter soup recipes will keep you warm, and fill you up. As the year comes to a close, you might have some extra time off from work. That gives you the time to make a big batch of soup! Eat half right away, and freeze the rest. With a meal waiting […]
How to Cook Beef Tenderloin | Step by Step Instructions for Cooking Beef Tenderloin
This complete guide with step by step instructions for cooking beef tenderloin will show you how to make a flawless beef tenderloin. I’ll cover everything including how to buy, cook, and reheat beef tenderloin. What is Beef Tenderloin? Beef Tenderloin is the most tender cut of beef. Once it is sliced up, it is […]
12 Dinner Party Menu Ideas
Hosting a dinner party can be overwhelming. The biggest decision is what to cook. Today I am sharing 12 dinner party menu ideas that break down what to serve including cocktails, appetizers, entrees, sides, and desserts. Dinner Party Tips and Tricks: Before we get into the dinner party menus, I wanted to start with some […]
Toasted Zucchini Ravioli
Toasted Zucchini Ravioli is a delicious from-scratch meal made by placing spinach and ricotta filling inside thin slices of zucchini. My husband enthusiastically declared this recipe to be a winner, and then filled his plate with a second helping. I think that you will love this easy recipe for Toasted Zucchini Ravioli just as much […]
Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos and a Visit to Family Farm Meats
Slow cooker shredded beef tacos are made with corn tortillas filled with tender spicy shredded beef and topped with cheese, jalapeños, cilantro, and sour cream. This is a zero fuss meal that can feed the whole family with only minutes of active preparation time. These slow cooker Shredded Beef Tacos were inspired by my visit […]
Blue Cheese and Caramelized Onion Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
Caramelized onion and blue cheese stuffed pork tenderloin is a meal bursting with rich flavors that is perfect for a special occasion or holiday meal. I wanted to create a Christmas dinner menu that was fit for a celebration, but easy to prepare. The focus of the holidays should be spending time with your loved […]
Sweet Potato Noodles with a Goat Cheese Sauce
Sweet Potato Noodles are a flavorful alternative to traditional pasta, and they can be cooked right in the sauce. The result is a meal that it low on preparation time and low on mess. This recipe brings together tender sweet potato noodles, a creamy goat cheese sauce, sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and toasted pine nuts. It […]
What to Make with Leftover Chicken
Let’s tackle what to make with leftover chicken. Having leftover chicken on hand is such a timesaver because it can quickly be transformed into many different meals. Today I am sharing some of my favorite recipes made with leftover chicken. If you want a trick to make your weeks a bit easier, try roasting a […]