Three cheese stovetop mac and cheese is a real indulgence you can whip up quickly and enjoy by itself or with a simple salad. Thank goodness for a dish even …

I’m happy to say we’ve finally gotten a new bull. Say hello to Cary. No that’s not a girl’s name. At least not when you spell it C-a-r-y. We had …

Sour cream mashed potatoes have a depth and richness you can’t get with a plain version. Not to mention they turn out at just the right thickness. Eat them out …

Easy homemade salsa brings a bright, fresh flavor to anything you want to add it to. And it’s as easy as running a food processor. Make a big batch and …

Indulgent as it is, every cook needs this basic cake recipe in their files. Full of moist, vanilla flavor, it’s a great base for lots of other desserts or you …

Three cheers for sausage cheese balls–a southern staple with four ingredients, we make these for breakfast, baby showers, busy weekday breakfasts, you name it. 15 minutes and they’re perfectly crunchy …

Portobello mushroom sandwiches are a filling, new twist on the burger. True, it’s not low in calories but they are a great change when you’re tired and need a change. …

Having trouble eating your vegetables? Make it easier on yourself with stuffed yellow squash complete with plenty of melty cheddar cheese and of course, bacon. It will change your view …

Savory bits of baked cheesy goodness or science experiment gone wrong? It’s up to you to decide but I’ll give you a clue: I’ll take cheesy goodness in these white …

More than just a tea, and far more than any lemonade you’ve ever had, this bright and bubbly drink makes a perfect addition to a meal or as a sippin’ …

This recipe is almost too fancy for this blog. Look at all those fancy words you have to pronounce just to get through it. I’m sorry about that. If I …

It’s hay season here on the farm and from May to August every outdoor activity has some sort of rush to avoid the rain or other natural event. We work …

The secret to juicy chicken? Is in the sauce. But this isn’t Fried Green Tomatoes honey–it’s vinegar BBQ chicken you can count on to turn out juicy and flavorful. And …

Easy apple pie takes all that you love about cinnamon, apples and a flaky pie crust and makes it so easy a toddler–well–a preteen could do it. And since you’re …

Taking some store shortcuts, this strawberry lemonade cake is a special spring treat. You can chill yours so the filling doesn’t run all over tarnation, but who cares if it …

Chicken pasta casserole is a heavy hitter thanks to its make-aheadness and the fact that this recipe is enough for you to make one and freeze one. You can even …

Oh the woes of finding side dishes. “What goes with that?” You ask yourself that far too much. So dive in to this easy vegetable fried rice. Simple flavors that …

For a shortcut dinner or a lunch idea you can make ahead and your kids might actually eat (it’s a miracle) make a big batch of these quick and easy …

Are your holiday meals stuck in a rut? For us the rut is ham and turkey. And then more ham and turkey. From November to January I probably eat the …

Arguably one of the easiest, most flavorful cakes you’ll ever put in your mouth. It pleases everyone and is easy to make ahead and be ready for a big event. …

Making candy and anything that requires boiling to a set temperature is never my thing. But these classic no bake cookies are easy, easy, easy and don’t require any of …

The perfect pizza crust is as easy as some flour, yeast, water, salt, and oil. Afraid of giving it a try? Don’t be! Follow my easy steps for pizza success …

Easy make-ahead wholesome southwest breakfast sandwiches are low on calories and high in protein. Make several and have them ready for the whole week. 

Make ahead dinners are more than freezer food and slow cooker soups. This homestyle meatloaf with brown sugar glaze can be tossed together the night before and baked after you …