One of the best things about Thanksgiving are all the leftovers! But sometimes we run out of recipes, especially if your family doesn’t enjoy casseroles. These Turkey Divan Crescents have all the great flavors of the classic Turkey Divan…turkey, broccoli and cheese…all rolled up in a buttery flaky crescent roll! These go together really quickly, […]
Cooking with Cranberries: Cranberry Relish Recipe
May 27, 2022 by 9 Comments
Last week we talked about some great uses for Pumpkin Pie Spice, another ingredient that is perfect to use for the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays are Cranberries. Now although I grew up thinking that cranberries at Thanksgiving came from a can, {and I still really like them} cooking with cranberries is easy and can be […]
Holiday Appetizers: Santa and his Reindeer
May 26, 2022 by Leave a Comment
We had such fun creating the Frankie Appetizers, that we just had to come up with Santa and his Reindeer to share with you. All this week, we are sharing recipes to add to your Holiday Menu. Appetizers are often over looked, but as easy as a cracker and cheese ball or with a little […]
Holiday Menu: Christmas Sangria
May 25, 2022 by Leave a Comment
So glad to have you back as we continue our Holiday Menu series. We have shared appetizers including the fun Santa and his Reindeer, side dishes with our family favorite, Hashbrown Potato Casserole and main dishes like a glazed ham. Today we will be mixing it up…that is mixing up some drinks, like this recipe for our Christmas Sangria. […]
Mexican Basics: Pico de gallo
May 21, 2022 by 5 Comments
Having good basic recipes can be like gold to a home cook. We continue our Mexican Basics series today with Pico de gallo; uncooked, fresh salsa. Just like the Classic Guacamole, I’m sure there are a number of recipes. In fact, many cooks often just toss in a pinch of this and a little of […]
Mexican Basics: Classic Guacamole
May 20, 2022 by Leave a Comment
As most families, Mexican food is not only one of our favorites, it’s also one of the most pocket friendly meals you can serve. Whether you like spicy food or not {like me}, most Mexican recipes are bursting with flavor. All this week we will be sharing Mexican Basics, beginning today with Classic Guacamole. The crazy […]
Halloween Recipe: Ghoulish Guacamole Eyes
May 10, 2022 by 3 Comments
I have no doubt there is an alternate universe and it is populated with monsters. So as I pondered what their Halloween celebrations would be, it occurred to me that most likely they would think of us as monsters. Which in turn made me realize they would have appetizers like these Ghoulish Guacamole Eyes to […]
Cheesy Chili Dip: Cinco de Mayo Recipes
April 24, 2022 by 2 Comments
Cinco de Mayo is this weekend…do you celebrate? We love Mexican food in our house, and most of the time, have it at least once a week. Typically Mexican recipes are inexpensive to fix and there are many that I make that the boys {and Doug} enjoy, so it’s a win-win! We have all been […]
Loaded Baked Potato Skins
April 22, 2022 by 4 Comments
An appetizer or a meal? With all the possible combination of toppings that can be added these Loaded Baked Potato Skins can pass as both. When we have the opportunity to get out of the house and enjoy a dinner together Liz and I love to visit a local burger joint that has some of […]
Herb and Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms – A Mushroom Vegetarian Recipe
April 21, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Ahhh Thanksgiving, nothing compares to a juicy turkey, the delicious side dishes, and desserts. We love having a big family dinner and spending time together. My boys even help prepare their favorite dish for the dinner. One of my favorites though that I look forward to every year is the stuffing. It just wouldn’t be […]