Zuppa Toscana
This soup is so comforting. I associate it with winter and specifically the Christmas season. It is one of our family favorites! This is a copy cat version… Read More »
Ham, Artichoke, and Goat Cheese Orzo
Sometimes I need a quick one pot dinner that doesn’t taste like a traditional casserole, do you have days like that too? This dish was borne from one… Read More »
Chinese Pork Chops
My crock pot has been working around the clock this week! I just can’t seem to get it off my counter, but I guess it’s the crock pot… Read More »
Roasted Pork Shoulder
Roasted pork shoulder roast takes a bit of time to cook, but it is super easy and the flavor is out of this world! Make this on a… Read More »
Chili & Lime Pork Chops
Sometimes I just need a quick and easy dinner, don’t you? I don’t usually like using pre-bottled sauces; I like knowing what is in my sauce and making… Read More »
Broccoli Salad
Broccoli salad always tastes special to me. I love the combination of the broccoli flavor with the bacon and onions, topped off by a creamy dressing. I think… Read More »
Shepherd’s Pie
I had never eaten Shepherd’s Pie until one day about 8 years ago. I was watching the food network and Rachael Ray was fixing this amazing comfort food,… Read More »
Bacon, Mushroom, Parmesan Cheese Frittata
Sometimes I get bored with the same thing for breakfast. I love this meal and feel like there is so much I want to do with it, but… Read More »
Spicy Sausage Lentil Soup
We went camping this past weekend and had a great time! We had no moisture or rain and none of the kids got hurt, it was a successful… Read More »
Bacon, Tomato, and Basil Penne
I love the flavor combinations in this dish. It is has a rich tomato sauce mixed with bacon and the freshness of basil! The first time I made… Read More »
The kitchen is where I express myself. It is where I go when I need to process or escape. Cooking is my creative outlet and my stress reliever. When I am in my kitchen, my ingredients listen to me, they do what I want, and I can produce something that is satisfying, tasty, and healthy without it whining or talking back to me! Join me as I journey through life in my kitchen. 
