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How to Boil an Egg might seem like the easiest form of cooking, but it can be difficult to know if your egg is done. You don't want them overcooked either and these tips you get the perfect hard boiled egg. The BEST Way to Boil an EggEaster is almost here which means lots and lots of boiled eggs. Everyone wants to know How to boil an easter egg so they get the perfect one each time. Even when it's not Easter we will love having boiled … [Read more...]
These Easter Peep Pudding Cup are so simple to put together and one of my kids favorite Easter time treats. If you have any family nights or a movie planned for this time of year you have to try these out. Easter Peep Pudding CupSpring is almost here and I am ready for the warmer weather. Having three little boys in the house the winters can be long. They are ready to stretch their legs and get outside to play. I am ready for the pool to … [Read more...]
These Baked Chicken Wings are simple to make and full of flavor. They are seasoned to work perfectly with any dip or sauce you enjoy, we even like eating them as is. What sauce will you add to your wings?Baked Chicken WingsI love these Baked Chicken Wings! My husband and I usually disagree on the types of wings to make. I love the spice and buffalo is my favorite, the hotter the better. On the other hand, my husband is more of a mild BBQ … [Read more...]
This Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole is so simple to make. With just three simple ingredients plus your seasonings, it's a recipe that is quick to make and easy on a budget. Slow Cooker Green Bean CasseroleGreen bean casserole is one of my favorites. It's a classic that I remember eating growing up. I made the same recipe that my mom did and still love it. When it comes to cooking for holidays though making them in the slow cooker is … [Read more...]
The perfect treat for your loved one on love day. These Valentine's Day Sugar Cookies are so simple to make. Made with cream cheese they are soft and fluffy and covered in a cream cheese frosting. I finished mine off with some festive sprinkles. Valentine's Day Sugar CookiesIt's time to break out the hearts and all things pink. Valentine's Day is only a few weeks away and I'm ready to celebrate. While we don't go all out for this holiday … [Read more...]
These Buffalo Chicken Wings need to be on your table during the game day. They are simple to make a crowd favorite. Buffalo Chicken Wings I could add hot sauce to just about anything. Even when I was young I poured it on just about anything, mashed potatoes, Mac and cheese, eggs, just about anything I could pour some on. I guess it goes without saying now that I love these easy to make baked buffalo chicken wings. When it's game days … [Read more...]
The perfect treat to celebrate your love. This Valentine's Day Popcorn is my kid's favorite treat! It's so easy to make and the perfect treat for a family movie night this time of year. Valentine's Day PopcornLove is in the air and so it the smell of warm popcorn. I know a lot of people hate Valentine's Day but I love it. I love anything that gives me a theme or an excuse to eat way more chocolate then I should. I love celebrating with … [Read more...]
These Slow Cooker Little Smokies are the perfect easy appetizer. Just three simple ingredients and a few hours in the slow cooker. Slow Cooker Little SmokiesI love appetizers. They are the best part of a meal and when it's party time I love serving lots of them. This past New Years eve my we decided to make lots of appetizers so we could snack all night while we played games and waited for the ball to drop. Everyone enjoyed this little … [Read more...]
These Crispy Baked Lemon Pepper Wings are baked in the oven and then brushed with a buttery lemon pepper sauce. They make the perfect appetizer that we love serving with ranch dressing for dipping. Crispy Baked Lemon Pepper WingsChicken wings are one of my favorite things. While I admit that I usually go for the buffalo flavor (I love the spice) my husband prefers something a little more mild. These Crispy Baked Lemon Pepper Wings are … [Read more...]
This cheese ball is a classic. I grew up with this recipe and it was passed to me from my mom who got it from her mom. It's a favorite of mine and one that I think you will love also. My Mom has been making this cheese ball for as long as I can remember. Even though it was served at every family gathering, we all still love it to this day. The cheese ball is a messy food to make though! You gotta get your hands in there to mix it all up. A … [Read more...]
This Homemade Salsa is simple to make and is done in 5 minutes or less. It's a favorite in my family and a must try recipe. Homemade SalsaMy family loves snacking. Growing up we always loved making appetizers and usually ate more of them then the actual meal. This New Years eve we decided to just do appetizers. We snacked all night while we played games and watched movies. One snack that is always on the table with my family around … [Read more...]
These Slow Cooker Enchilada Meatballs are full of flavor and make the perfect appetizer or served them over rice for an easy dinner your family will love. Slow Cooker Enchilada MeatballsI went a little meatball crazy! You may have seen several of my recipes here on the blog that I have been testing out. My husband actually asks me if we could take a break from them. He has been eating them for dinner and taking leftover for lunch. I had … [Read more...]
These Baked Crispy Buffalo Wings are baked in the oven and perfectly crispy. I pat them with flour and then bake until crispy. Last just brush on your favorite buffalo wing sauce and serve. Baked Crispy Buffalo WingsBuffalo chicken is my favorite anything! Any sports game or party I love serving these up. We actually served these for New Years eve and have been for the past several years. I usually set out a bunch of appetizers and snacks … [Read more...]
Football season is almost here which means Sunday afternoons with friends and family and a lot of yummy game day food! I love these Bite-Sized Potato Skins for parties. The perfect size to try without having to each a large amount.Bite-Sized Potato SkinsLoaded potato skins are my all time favorite appetizer! They can take a lot of time to make though and be pretty filling which leaves less room for all the other appetizers. I decided to … [Read more...]
A simple side for taco night. This Fiesta Taco Dip has been a family favorite for a long time and you are going to have to try it.Fiesta Taco DipThis dip is a family favorite! My mom made it growing up, I have added a few new things to it and I love it even more. The best part of course it how easy it to make. I love simple recipes like this, mix it and it's ready to go. Perfect for taco night or even to serve at a party.Time to … [Read more...]
This simple to make White Chocolate Valentine's Day Popcorn makes the perfect treat for the one you love or a gift for a special friend. White Chocolate Valentine's Day PopcornValentines is one of my favorite holidays! I know it's hallmark holiday but involves pink, chocolate, and the ones I love. I love making it special for not just my husband but also my kids. A pancake breakfast, a special homemade gift, and lots of chocolate. They … [Read more...]
Sweet and savory. These Roasted Sweet Potatoes are seasoned with the perfect savory spices and roasted in the oven. It's simple to make and the perfect side dish. Roasted Sweet PotatoesI love sweet potatoes. If you have followed my blog for a while you probably know how much I love any potato and in just about any form. These Sweet Potatoes are roasted, tossed in oil, then seasoned with savory seasonings. It's the perfect side dish to … [Read more...]
This Chili Cheese Dip is made with my favorite chili plus just two other ingredients. It's so simple to make and taste amazing. Just warm it in the oven and serve with tortilla chips. Chili Cheese DipI grew up right outside Cincinnati. Just a few miles away to be exact. I even worked at the Cincinnati Reds station selling ice cream in high school. Cincinnati chili has always been a favorite of mine. I don't like there anymore but my … [Read more...]
These Roasted Brussel Sprouts are tossed in oil and seasoned to perfection. Roasted in the oven this recipe will put a smile on your face. My Favorite Side Dish: I have to start by being completely honest with you. It was only a few months ago that I tried a Brussel Sprout for the first time. I was a bit of a picky eater growing up but developed a taste for many things that I refused them.I thought I would give them a try and ended up … [Read more...]
Peppermint is the perfect flavor for this season! These Peppermint Sugar Cookies are topped with a peppermint cream cheese frosting and one that you need to add to your baking list!Peppermint Sugar CookiesSugar cookies are so much better loaded with a sweet cream cheese frosting. These Peppermint Sugar Cookies are whipped with cream cheese to be super light and fluffy! I added peppermint extract to give them the perfect seasonal flavor. … [Read more...]
