Jacki was raised in the mid-West and has been cooking for her family for over 30 years. Her flair for the one-pot meal is evidence that she enjoys cooking. Go ahead, give them a try!
Been to a really good Mexican restaurant lately? Did they have a mole’ entrée? Probably not. You have to find an authentic Mexican restaurant in your area if you want to find a nice mole’ recipe...
It’s wintertime now and soup sounds really good, right? It’s cold outside, the fire is burning in the fireplace and the family is ready for a hearty meal. But, not a heavy meal. Soup is the...
Adding pesto to any recipe will truly impress your friends and family. It’s so easy to prepare and what a terrific way to glamorize your dinner. Make it a romantic dinner for two or a dinner for your...
Does your family like Rice-a-Roni? Have you every wanted to try making it yourself? Well, now you can. Only, what you’ll be making is risotto. It takes a little time, but it’s so easy...
You love tacos and pasta, right? Why not combine the two and add a new twist to two favorites. Make this one for a potluck or on Superbowl Sunday. It tastes great served with sour cream and hot sauce. Taco...
I may have mentioned in a previous post how much I enjoy watching cooking shows. One of my favorites is America’s Test Kitchen. One evening several months ago, Christopher Kimball made an appearance at a local bookstore. What...
Chicken has been on sale quite a bit lately, so why not take advantage and stock up, right? Whether you like white meat or dark, a nice chicken dinner is always appreciated.
You may remember the Chicken Cordon Bleu I...
It’s getting a little nippy at night again as winter is soon approaching. As I stated in a previous posting, it’s time to pull out my soup recipes. My family loves soup and sandwiches. What better...
Are you tired of serving tomato soup from a can? Wouldn’t you love to prepare tomato soup like they do in your favorite bistro? Well, now you can! You’re going to wonder why you waited so...
Beef stew with dumplings recipe
The weather is starting to cool down and it’s time to bring out all those warming recipes. My family looks forward to all the soups and stews the winter months bring. This one...