Tex-Mex Loaded Twice-Baked Potatoes
This easy and delicious twice baked potato goes great alongside your chili or meats from the grill or can stand perfectly well on its own as an entree! If you want a heartier version, add about 4-6 oz of cooked …
Frozen Strawberry Pineapple Daiquiri
When the weather starts feeling summery – or you just really want to pretend it feels summery – you grab a handful of strawberries, some canned pineapple and pineapple juice, and some delicious spiced rum and whip yourself up this …
Sausage Caprese Skillet Pizza
Thinking of calling out for pizza? If you need a quick and easy pizza – or two or three – all you need are a few fresh ingredients, some mozzarella cheese, and a skillet or two or three, and you’ve …
Super Fudgy Brownies
Craving the rich and fudgy taste of brownies and not a box of brownie mix in sight? Make these delicious and decadent chocolate goodies and you’ll never reach for the box again! Baking up delicious treats in the kitchen is …
Asparagus and Goat Cheese Tart
This light but satisfying tart has something for everyone to love – crispy well-seasoned roasted asparagus, creamy whipped goat cheese, and a crinkly crackly phyllo crust! A month in, we’re all still trying to make sense of the world putting …
Stovetop Mac and Cheese with Bacon
Give your stovetop macaroni and cheese a surprisingly easy gourmet twist with pasta shells, homemade bechamel sauce, several types of cheese you probably have tucked away in your fridge, and some diced bacon! It will taste luxurious but take you …
Homemade Peanut Butter Eggs
Looking to fill your Easter basket but can’t find your favorite treats or don’t want to go to the store? Instead, try making some of your favorites at home – like these homemade peanut butter eggs, modeled after my all …
Mini Taco Pepper Poppers
Normally I would make these delicious taco-stuffed mini-pepper poppers as an appetizer for a gathering, but right now, they’re great to snack on as a family meal on game night or on those evenings where you’re busy playing catch-up around …
Open-Faced Steak Gorgonzola Sandwiches
Have a little bit of steak and want to feel like you’re indulging? This open faced-steak and gorgonzola sandwich is a pretty and delicious way to both use up and elevate your leftovers! Throw it together and heat it up …
Vanilla Funfetti Cake – for Little Graduation Celebrations
Virginia was one of many states to recently cancel public school for the remainder of the school year. We’re whipping up some special recipes, like our favorite vanilla funfetti cake, and trying to figure out some ways to let our …
Bacon Cheddar Chive Scones
I love a good scone, and they often skew more savory with me than sweet. These rich, savory scones are perfect examples of that – full of crispy bacon and sharp cheddar and fresh chives. These are perfect for any …
Panko-Breaded Chicken Parmesan
Chicken Parmesan is one of our all-time favorite dishes. This version is lightened up by substituting panko for heavier Italian breadcrumbs and baking it in the oven. Enjoy! For my job, I have to watch the news. I have to …