If you’re like me and my husband, we can just never quite finish an entire bunch of bananas in our household before they get too brown and soft. I don’t like to waste food, so I always try to find a use for those over-ripe bananas. The base of this recipe comes from a church … Continue reading Banana Bread
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Easy Pizza Muffins (30 minutes start to finish!)
Some nights just call for pizza… and typically in our family, it’s a Friday night. I made these last Friday and in just one bite, they were a hit with everyone. These golden-brown, flakey, melty, and cheesy muffins were so quick and easy to prepare. Make a bunch for a crowd, served with some pizza … Continue reading Easy Pizza Muffins (30 minutes start to finish!)
Traditional Beef Roast with Potatoes and Carrots
I have a three-for-one recipe to share tonight! Sometimes nothing beats a traditional beef roast in the crockpot. I grew up eating beef roast with potatoes and carrots, so it is a nostalgic comfort dish that I have loved to put my own touch on as the cook in my home now. Beef Roast Prep … Continue reading Traditional Beef Roast with Potatoes and Carrots
Chicken Poppyseed Hotdish
There’s no doubt I love hotdishes. They are a classic midwestern comfort food, and I am all about that! While I love my beef-based dishes, I like to add in chicken as a different protein at least once a week to mix it up. This hotdish is so delicious, easy, and different. Just a few … Continue reading Chicken Poppyseed Hotdish
Beef Chili Recipe to Celebrate National Chili Day!
Happy National Chili Day! We love soup and chili season in our household, and this recipe is an original of mine that I created a couple years ago. It is perfect for feeding a full crew during fall harvest but can also be enjoyed under a blanket on the couch during a cold, snowy night! … Continue reading Beef Chili Recipe to Celebrate National Chili Day!
A Minnesota Classic: Tator Tot Hotdish
An easy weeknight go-to meal or a comfort dish on a cold weekend! Serves: 6-8Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 60 minutesTotal time: 75 minutes Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef1 yellow onion, choppedSeasoned salt & black pepper, to taste1 can cream of mushroom soup1 empty soup can milk1 bag of frozen mixed veggies1 cup shredded Cheddar … Continue reading A Minnesota Classic: Tator Tot Hotdish
Taco Pie Bake
Save this recipe! Almost 8 years ago Ben and I were married. At my bridal shower, guests were invited to share a recipe with the bride-to-be. I truly enjoy this tradition and would recommend it to anyone planning a bridal shower, as it offers such a personal touch. I actually received this recipe from two … Continue reading Taco Pie Bake
Sweet Apple Pork Chops
Sharing my favorite recipe for making pork chops in the winter - and it’s an original recipe of mine! My husband, Jacob, and I absolutely love to grill when the weather is warm. We probably make at least 4-5 meals a week on the grill during the summer, and one of our favorite meats to … Continue reading Sweet Apple Pork Chops
Chocolate Chip Scones
This chocolate chip scone recipe is easy like Sunday morning and that’s exactly what I needed today - a perfectly tasty recipe that’s uncomplicated! Typically over the weekend, we make at least one trip to Mimi and Papa’s house. The kids usually burst through the door, run down the hallway and either greet Mimi and … Continue reading Chocolate Chip Scones
Monthly Favorites: January 2022 Edition
Everyone has their go-to products, books, music, food, etc. We thought it would be fun to share our current favorites in a monthly series. What we’re listening to, reading, eating, buying, and anything else we want to share that we think you would like! So, let’s kick it off with our best of January! EllynThe … Continue reading Monthly Favorites: January 2022 Edition