During the holidays, most appetizers are heavy and full of cheese, sour cream, and cream cheese. I like to contrast heavy appetizers with a light one made with fresh fruit. Mixed fruit is cut into smaller, bite sized pieces and a … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Dinner is so traditional for some people that the menu never changes. If Aunt Sally’s rolls and Grandmother’s dressing aren’t on the menu, things just don’t seem right. Others, like my Aunt Nancy, like to change things up. You … Continue reading
This is an updated recipe for green bean casserole. Made with fresh green beans and homemade mushroom sauce this casserole beats the one we ate growing up by a mile. Once you taste it, I doubt you will ever go … Continue reading
The perfect fall and winter salad with acorn squash and pomegranate. The vinaigrette, made with maple syrup and sherry vinegar pairs perfectly with the salad. Acorn Squash Spring Mix Salad with Pomegranate, Feta, and Maple Sherry Vinaigrette 1 acorn squash … Continue reading
Pan Seared Cork Chops with Apples and Onion are loaded with fall flavor. I really like pan searing pork chops because they stay moist and don’t dry out. My children love this recipe. Enjoy! Pan Seared Pork Chops with Apples … Continue reading
This is a great recipe for leftover chocolate candy bars. You can customize this recipe using whatever candy bars you have on hand. For example, replace the peanut butter cups with Snickers Bars, Milky Way Bars or your favorite candy … Continue reading
Posole, which means hominy, is a thick soup that originated in pre-Columbian times with the Aztecs. The history of the soup is interesting but if I told you what it was originally made from I doubt you would eat it! … Continue reading
Reed, my two year old grand-nephew was visiting the other day. He is allergic to peanuts and his parents are trying to teach him about his allergy. His father told me he came up with this response all by himself. … Continue reading
Tuscan Mushroom Stew screams healthy and is loaded with vegetables. You won’t miss the meat because portabella mushrooms add such meaty flavor. Enjoy! Tuscan Mushroom Stew 2 tablespoons olive oil1 and 1/2 cups yellow onion, 1/2-inch dice1 cup shredded carrots2 … Continue reading
It’s tailgating time in East Tennessee! Get your game day gear on and cozy into these yummy appetizers. These one bite wonders are packed with flavor and less messy than traditional dips. Be careful though, they’re addictive! Before you know … Continue reading
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