This is the time of year when many local groups and churches get together for a big chili cookoff. My biggest advice is to make sure it’s flavorful, but not too spicy. You never know what kind of tolerance for heat the judges will have, and if they don’t like spicy food, the rest of […]
Have you ever been to Carrabba’s and had their Mama Mandola’s Sicilian chicken soup? It’s a super flavorful and slightly spicy chicken soup. This copycat recipe is easy to make and tastes so much like the restaurant! Tip: I used Better Than Bouillon to give this soup a rich taste, but you can always substitute […]
I make this hamburger soup pretty often for a few reasons: it has tons of veggies (yay nutrients!), it freezes really well, and it’s really, really tasty. It’s great served with grilled cheese sandwiches! This recipe is adapted from The Pioneer Woman’s hamburger soup. Hamburger Soup 1 lb ground beef 1 large onion (diced) 2 […]
Looking for a fall-inspired dessert? Try these easy pumpkin brownies! Combine a box of brownie mix with a simple pumpkin batter to get a swirled and fudgy treat. Note: You can use your favorite boxed brownie mix (or one that’s on sale)! Easy Pumpkin Brownies (Using Boxed Brownie Mix)! 1 box of brownie mix (and […]
Even if the weather isn’t that cool where we are, the change of season always has me craving cozy comfort foods – especially soups! I’ve made a lot of different pots of soup over the years, and I don’t think anything beats the simple joy of a bowl on a crisp day. There are a […]
One of my favorite things about fall is pumpkins. I love the cooler weather and I love all the fun fall activities, but I just love pumpkins. I like decorating with pumpkins and I love to cook with pumpkin. Pumpkin is so versatile when it comes to cooking and baking. It can add some sweetness […]
I don’t feel like these kinds of items are things I would normally make, but I was inspired after seeing some pictures online. Plus, I don’t think the kids would ever complain about having festive treats. Note: I went into my cabinet and just grabbed things that might work as ingredients. Feel free to get […]
When it’s fall, pumpkin recipes usually reign supreme in people’s minds, but the flavor of apple is so comforting. It’s a classic for the fall season, especially when combined with cinnamon and other fall spices. Here’s a list of apple recipes that will be great for this time of year. Bake crisps, pies, muffins, and lots […]
