I know Fall is on the horizon, but I am not quite ready to let go of all those Summer flavors. With the help of my pal Vanessa, I have created this yummy cucumber side. Now mine is spicy because I used hot pepper vinegar, but you can easily add red pepper flakes, or simply … Continue reading Spicy Cucumber Salad

Summertime screams pasta salad and this recipe has always been our go-to favorite!! Have you tried it? You haven't? Well, no better time !! It's been a hot one here and anything that doesn't sit steamy on the tummy is a grand idea to us !! 1 pd. cooked macaroni pasta 1/8 cup finely diced … Continue reading Amish Pasta Salad

A Summertime Favorite We love pimento cheese in the summer months, but in all honesty.. we love it all year. It's a good cold sandwich maker that isn't too hard on the tummy. If you are veggie lover like me, you'll love this on cucumbers, celery and even on a romaine lettuce leaf!! I don't … Continue reading Loaded Pimento Cheese

Just Like Granny Made !! I had a craving for Granny's cooking!! I miss her so much. I made so many of her recipes last week and I made this one today!! Just that memory of Sunday morning jam and biscuits, well just that was enough to make me tear up. Did I mention how … Continue reading Cathead Biscuits & Strawberry Jam

Street tacos have always been a favorite here. See a truck, oh you better stop! I don't care if we just ate, gotta have 'em !! I set out to make them, I failed. Tried again, failed again, HEY, I can admit defeat. So one day, I threw these items I had in the crockpot, … Continue reading Crockpot Mexican Beef ( Street Style Tacos )

This pasta salad is so Dilly it's Silly!! INGREDIENTS   1 pound macaroni pasta cooked, drained and rinsed2 cups dill pickles chopped1 8oz block of cheese of choice diced small1 cup mayo1/4 cup sour cream1/2 cup ranch dressing5 oz fresh minced dill1/2 small purple onion diced small1 cup pickle juice INSTRUCTIONS  Cook the pasta to al dente, drain and rinse.Combine the rest of the ingredients, and mix well.Fold in the pasta and chill at least 2 hours. … Continue reading Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Dorito casserole, a family favorite!! ENJOY!! <3 INGREDIENTS   1 pd ground beef1 pack taco seasoning1/2 cup water1 can cream of chicken soup mushroom will work as well1 8oz bag cheddar cheese1 8oz bag pepper jack cheese1 lg bag nacho cheese Doritos crushedfavorite taco toppings olives, sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, taco sauce, etc INSTRUCTIONS  Brown the ground beef and drain. Add the water, seasoning and cream of chicken. stir until well combined.In a … Continue reading Dorito Casserole

You Gotta Try this one soon, and I mean before Fall Y'all !! INGREDIENTS   2 Packs Pizza Dough Made per package directions, but I do add 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice to the dough2 to 3 Granny Smith Apples Peeled and Diced3 Caramel Dipper Cups Or Caramel Iced Cream Topping1 Stick Unsalted Butter Cubed1 Cup Steel Cut Oats1 Cup Brown Sugar PackedCinnamon To Taste Watch Me Make It https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VLHvlhB-54 INSTRUCTIONS  … Continue reading Apple Pie Pizza

The corn isn't quite ready here, but I am still craving that sweet Summer yumminess. Here is an easy way to cheat your way into Summer flavor ... in April . INGREDIENTS   1 pd Rotini Pasta Cooked to Al Dente, rinsed to cool1 29oz Can whole kernel corn , drained well1 cup Queso fresco cheese1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro + more for garnish if desired1 cup Mexican … Continue reading Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

SALSA FRESCA It doesn't matter if it is Spring or Summer. This chicken dish is worth turning the oven on for!! There have been many nights on the front porch with this dish (see we have a table there ; just to watch the world go by) and a glass of sweet tea, with lemon … Continue reading Fresca Chicken