One of the first things many chefs learn in culinary school is How to Dice an Onion. Dicing an onion is one of those skills that will come in very handy in the kitchen. You have to know basics like this, how to toast nuts, make a basic egg, how to remove a tomato skin…
Marinated Carrot Salad
Marinated Carrot Salad I am going to be getting nostalgic about this recipe. This Marinated Carrot Salad was one that my mom and grandma would make all the time. I remember seeing jars of it in the refrigerator. It lasts quite a few days/weeks and it was always a recurring recipe every summer. Mostly now…
How to Cut Onions Without Crying
How to Cut Onions Without Crying There are several old wives’ tales out there about How to Cut Onions Without Crying, some or most of which aren’t exactly effective. In fact, some are just downright ridiculous. There has to be a way to cut onions without blinding yourself with tears though. While there may be…
Homemade Everything Bagels
Homemade Everything Bagels Ken and myself love bagels anytime!! Amber is a big fan with cream cheese and smoked salmon. My favorite ones of all are Homemade Everything Bagels. Warm out of the oven, there is nothing better!! I love the salty, flavorful topping. Wow, just thinking of these again has my mouth watering!! Bagels are…
Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes
Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes It is back to school time! Are you happy or sad? I always have mixed emotions at this time of year. Saying goodbye to summer is hard but fall is my favorite time of year. With the season changing I start to look for comfort meals again and these Slow Cooker…
Rice Cooker Rice Pilaf
Rice Cooker Rice Pilaf Are you tired of plain old rice and need to up it to the next level? This Rice Cooker Rice Pilaf couldn’t be easier. Just a few simple ingredients added to your Hamilton Beach rice cooker and voila, a gorgeous rice in the end. I love no fuss, no muss cooking!…
One-Pot Easy Caprese Pasta
One-Pot Easy Caprese Pasta I am part of a 30 Day Challenge today, coming up with easy pasta dishes for you all to enjoy!! Please scroll down to see all of the pastas we have for you. I decided to make One-Pot Easy Caprese Pasta. Have you tried any of the one-pot pasta dishes where you…
Spanakopita Tarts
Spanakopita Tarts I love spanakopita but sometimes along with other appetizers they can be filling. These little Spanakopita Tarts are the perfect size. Just a few bites and the phyllo is so lovely and crispy. These little tarts are a perfect appetizer for entertaining. They can be made ahead of time and frozen, then popped into the…
Perfect Pot Roast
Perfect Pot Roast I am really into braising lately. I love the technique and have received from my girlfriend a big gorgeous Italian ceramic pot to braise in. So I wanted to make a family-style Perfect Pot Roast in it. Braising is a technique where you first quickly brown a protein and then place it…
MWM Smoked Cheddar Dinner Rolls with Caramelized Onions
MWM Smoked Cheddar Dinner Rolls with Caramelized Onions With the holidays approaching quickly you can start to make some dishes ahead of time and pop them into your freezer. For Mouth Watering Mondays, I suggest you try these MWM Smoked Cheddar Dinner Rolls with Caramelized Onions. These would be a great homemade item to have…
BBQ Bacon Wrapped Onion Bombs
BBQ Bacon Wrapped Onion Bombs Have you seen these floating around the internet? Ken attached to them and was dying to make them. Well, I see why! These BBQ Bacon Wrapped Onion Bombs look fabulous and trust me are even better to eat!! What is not to love, a big huge meatball stuffed with cheese…
Cheesy Sloppy Joe Macaroni Casserole
Cheesy Sloppy Joe Macaroni Casserole Do you have a thing for comfort food? I sure do, plus comfort food usually equates to fairly easy dishes like this Cheesy Sloppy Joe Macaroni Casserole. This cheesy, beef, saucy scrumptious casserole will have you coming back for seconds but it makes lots so that is okay. A big…