Misc

  • Super easy Strawberry Jalapeno Jam

    I’m not a jam or jelly maker, but this seemed like an easy one, and it was! The strawberries are plentiful now, and I even threw the jalapenos (whole) on the smoker for about 30 minutes. The result = yummo!… Continue reading

    Super easy Strawberry Jalapeno Jam
  • Green Chili Cheesey Queso w/Buttery Rhodes Rolls

    If that title didn’t catch your eye, I bet the picture below will: This is the coolest cast iron skillet appetizer creation, and it’s delish and easy to make! I went pretty much by the recipe on round 1, then… Continue reading

    Green Chili Cheesey Queso w/Buttery Rhodes Rolls
  • Green Chili Cheesey Queso w/Buttery Rhodes Rolls

    If that title didn’t catch your eye, I bet the picture below will: This is the coolest cast iron skillet appetizer creation, and it’s delish and easy to make! I went pretty much by the recipe on round 1, then… Continue reading

    Green Chili Cheesey Queso w/Buttery Rhodes Rolls
  • Pig Candy

    Those two little words got your attention, didn’t they?? Well if they didn’t, try BACON candy! I met Danielle (Diva Q) at the American Royal BBQ Contest last fall, and even sort of broke my way into the Traeger tent… Continue reading

    Pig Candy
  • Perfect snack — lunch or dinner….

    As I watch it raining ice/snowing outside, it makes me sad to think of all the children who anticipated hunting for Easter eggs today, and all the people who devote so much time and effort to organize those events. We… Continue reading

    Perfect snack — lunch or dinner….
  • One of the best side dishes ever…..

    Try this easy, quick and amazing side dish for your holiday meal! Continue reading

    One of the best side dishes ever…..
  • Mystery solved….what to do with leftover spaghetti noodles

    In a very random conversation last week at work, my friend shared that she had made a frittata with leftover spaghetti (no sauce, mind you).  I replied “I always make too much and throw it out”.  Laura is with us… Continue reading

    Mystery solved….what to do with leftover spaghetti noodles
  • Thought we would try our hand at canning…..Peach Hot-Pepper Jam

    Found this delicious recipe for Peach-Hot Pepper Jam in the Kraft Food & Family FREE magazine and it’s been a hit with many friends.  (I’ve actually had friends trade me stuff for it)  While the name implies that it’s hot, it’s not!!!  Just… Continue reading

    Thought we would try our hand at canning…..Peach Hot-Pepper Jam
  • The BEST pickles

    Yes, I know I’ve been absent for a LONG time, but I now have full staff at work, and hopefully time to share some great recipes I’ve been saving for the last few months! We have a neighborhood shrimp boil… Continue reading

  • Cheesy Chili Rice

    At our house, anything that even vaguely leans toward Mexican food is the bomb!  I’m sharing this easy side dish that goes with anything: Take cooked rice, throw in a little this and that, and voila, in 20 minutes you’re… Continue reading