These go great with steaks! What’s the secret to great flavor? A bit of lemon juice. Mushrooms cook best when all pieces are cut to the same size. The small mushrooms I usually quarter, the larger mushrooms, I try to cut to roughly the same […]

Mashed potatoes are one of my husband’s absolute favorite foods. After trying many recipes, using half and half, whipping cream, and sour cream, I found milk tastes just as good as it’s less calories.

This is my favorite marinade that mimics that steakhouse taste, quick to make but full of flavor! **Several hour marinade recommended

I’ve tried to make Spanish rice several times over the years and the seasoning is never quite right. I finally asked for my sister-in-law, Linda’s recipe because she’d made it for a gathering, and it’s delicious. This is the recipe her mom and grandmother have […]

I make these at least once a month. Great with corn bread, rice, or as a side to your favorite dish, it’s an easy classic recipe. Shown with our fresh & easy pico de gallo as garnish. **Please note, overnight soak or several hour soak […]

When I come across a frozen bag of speckled butter beans, I’ll buy several to cook during the year. An easy side that goes great with our Favorite Creamy Potato Salad and BBQ. Slightly sweet, it’s taste is similar to baked beans.

This is my copycat version of one of my favorite local restaurants. Great served warm or cold, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Equipment used:

Surprisingly delicious, this is one of my husband’s favorite dishes served at a local Japanese restaurant. Here’s his recreation of his favorite dish.

A light and refreshing chicken option, goes great on a salad or paired with our fresh single pot black beans and/or our simple jasmine rice recipes. **Overnight step or 2 hour marinade time recommended PREP TIME: 10 minutes for marinade, 10 minutes for avocado salsa […]