Adam called last Thursday afternoon and said, "my work needs a baked good for a bake sale to raise money for the American Heart Association. Can you make something? Oh and I need it tomorrow." Nothing like short notice-haha. Of course, I said no problem and began searching the internet for a fall like recipe. I was looking for an apple tart-like dessert, but I came across these cookies on … Read More
I've been wanting to work with yeast for a while now, but have been a little nervous that it wouldn't turn out. But my fears have been relieved! I decided to start with something a little easier that didn't have to rest as long and didn't have too many ingredients. So I went with pizza dough. I used this recipe I found on Culinary in the Desert since it was whole wheat, allowing my pizza to … Read More
I just had to tell you all my big achievement. I ate an entire bowl of oatmeal last week. Crazy as it sounds, I really don't think I have ever eaten a bowl of oatmeal. I have always HATED oatmeal. And I've given it a fair shot. I've tried and tried to like it in the past, knowing what a great breakfast option it is. I would think that it smelled great and take one bite and pretty much have to … Read More
These have got to be one of my very favorite party desserts. They are so cute and so delicious and really wow your friends and family. Making them is a bit of a process, just because you have to allow time for baking, cooling, refrigeration and setting of the chocolate. However, it's not a difficult process, just one that takes a couple nights. I have made these a couple of times before, but … Read More
This tuna salad is revolutionary. I know that may sound ridiculous, but I am totally not kidding. It is so good I keep going back to the fridge for just one more cracker with that deliciously flavorful salad on top. It changes everything I ever thought about one of my lunch favorites. I have been a long time lover of tuna salad with mayo. I honestly don't know if I can ever go back now. I … Read More
We had an appetizer and dessert party last week at our house and I went in search of a great new appetizer to make. I then saw these Mac & Cheese bites at Woman with a Whisk and fell in love with the idea. I LOVE macaroni and cheese. I've always been a huge fan of the blue box but have recently begun to search for great homemade recipes and am loving that more and more. These are so cute … Read More
This is a great side dish and a great way to use up any leftover corn or potatoes. I found this is a recent Rachael Ray Magazine. It calls for onion and jalapenos, but I decided to leave those out. I also added in some honey to balance out the flavors and acidity, providing a great flavor. I halved this recipe because it was for just Adam and I, but I listed the entire recipe below. I … Read More
Adam has been working on a project out of state for many months, and it is finally coming to a close! To reward all of his co-workers I wanted to give him something to take that they could eat while they finish things up. I had seen this banana bread on the Chocolate Peanut Butter Gallery and decided that would be good to make for them because it's good for breakfast or an afternoon … Read More
I have been cooking some of my old favorite entrees, but have been freshening them up with new side dishes. I had seen Erin's Food Files' applesauce in my google reader and knew that it would be a great way to kick off the fall and apple season. This tasted way better than store bought applesauce. It was fresh and light and chunky which I loved. Crockpot Applesauce Source: Erin's … Read More
Sorry for yet again another dessert. The week before the youth retreat we were SO busy that I didn't cook anything, and last week I had a virus. Tested negative for the flu, but I'm thinking the test may have been wrong because I was couch bound for several days and only got up to let the dog out, fix something to eat or use the restroom. No fun at all. So, needless to say I did not cook at … Read More
Welcome! I'm Stephanie, a thirty something girl loving life with my husband Adam and our two little miracles living in gorgeous Southeast Tennessee. I'm passionate about Jesus, traveling, sports (Go Titans!), and of course food! Read more about me HERE.
