Oklahoma's temperatures finally dipped below freezing last night. For the first time of the season, I turned my heater on. That slightly burned smell wafted through the vents and filled my house with the smell of burnt toast. It was wonderful. I love when the weather gets cooler. It's like a whole new world in… Continue reading Shepherd’s Pie Twice-Baked Potatoes
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Chicken Divan Macaroni and Cheese
I miss old-school casseroles. We need to bring those back. Yes, we can leave the Jell-o molds in the past. But casseroles just can't be beat. An extremely popular mid-century casserole was the Chicken Divan. It's simple with broccoli, chicken, and a slightly cheesy bernaise sauce. Some people served it over rice, others served it… Continue reading Chicken Divan Macaroni and Cheese
Chicken and Mashed Potato Casserole
I love this time of year. Salads and cold sandwiches are out. Casseroles and soups are in. Hearty, filling food is the name of the game for fall and winter. You need something to warm you up on these cold days and nights. Chicken pot pie is the ultimate hearty meal. Why not make it… Continue reading Chicken and Mashed Potato Casserole
BBQ Biscuit Cups
It's getting harder and harder to come up with new lunch ideas for my husband and I. I'm running out of salad ideas. There's also only so much you can do with ground turkey and chicken (the meats we usually stockpile). I've had to resort to cobbling things together to see if they work. A… Continue reading BBQ Biscuit Cups
Cheddar Bay Biscuit Bread
Our little house on the prairie is starting to perk up now that it's fall. The windows are open to let the cool breeze in, the cats are snuggling up in bed when the sun goes down, and my kitchen is full of the tantalizing smells of autumn. I get into my baking zone when… Continue reading Cheddar Bay Biscuit Bread
Pei Wei Lettuce Wrap Salad
One of my go-to fast food lunch stops is Pei Wei. When I worked evenings, I would DoorDash Pei Wei almost once a week. It drained my wallet, but it was easy and delicious when I was in a pinch. There are two menu items I would rotate: their poke salad (I don't know if… Continue reading Pei Wei Lettuce Wrap Salad
Pumpkin Cranberry Mini Loaves
Who doesn't love pumpkin bread? I know I love it. I usually make at least one pumpkin loaf a year. Even the boxed pumpkin bread mixes are good. This recipe is a keeper. If you want to bring a fall or holiday food gift to a party, want to impress your friends, or you just… Continue reading Pumpkin Cranberry Mini Loaves
Mini Apple Pies with Cinnamon Roll Crust
Are you a pumpkin, apple or "other" fall pie type? I'm an apple pie kind of gal. I love pumpkin pie, too, but if given the choice between the two, I'll typically pick a slice of apple pie. I don't make apple pie very frequently, though, which is unfortunate. Sometimes baking a pie can be… Continue reading Mini Apple Pies with Cinnamon Roll Crust
Pumpkin Pull Apart Bread
It's pumpkin season and I'm neck-deep in pumpkin-spiced everything. I jumped on the pumpkin train years ago, and never looked back. I love the stuff. I can't get enough of it. Pumpkin, apple, pies, sweet potatoes, cranberries---I love pretty much every fall food out there. Pumpkin clearly reigns supreme, though. I've had far too many… Continue reading Pumpkin Pull Apart Bread
Bang Bang Salmon Rice Bowls
Seafood has gotten really expensive. It has always been pretty pricey, but holy cow---some prices are astronomical now. I generally stick to tinned tuna and bagged shrimp if I want to eat some seafood. I don't like tilapia, the cheapest fish, so I tend to stay away from the fresh fish. If I want to… Continue reading Bang Bang Salmon Rice Bowls