I've had this blog for about 10 years now. When I first started the blog, it was named "The Recipe Box Challenge". The whole idea behind the name was that I'd draw random, handwritten recipe cards from my half dozen recipe boxes and then cook said recipes. Great idea for a blog, terrible name. The… Continue reading Shrimp Scampi Ramen
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Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake
One of my fondest memories of my grandmother is helping her make coffee cake. It was her signature recipe and one that she would make for special occasions, holidays, and any time a grandchild would ask for it. It was a simple recipe made from hot roll dough topped with a streusel crumb topping. It… Continue reading Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake
Copycat Chick-Fil-A Chicken Minis
I love finding a good copycat recipe for a restaurant favorite. When the recipe is spot on, you can save a bunch of money by making it yourself instead of driving to a restaurant. I've made a ton of fantastic copycat recipes including Chipotle carnitas, Piccadilly Macaroni and Cheese, and Cheddar's dijon chicken and mushrooms.… Continue reading Copycat Chick-Fil-A Chicken Minis
Easy Stromboli
To say I'm addicted to Italian food is an understatement. I probably make more Italian dishes than anything else. Making a pasta entree is just second nature at this point. My husband and I love to make "homemade" pizzas. We utilize shortcuts for those, though, like using pre-made dough and sauce. As much as I… Continue reading Easy Stromboli
Sausage Fettuccine
Everything is dead or dying in Oklahoma. Oklahoma's summer this year has been far too hot. We had a long spate of 100-degree days and went weeks without rain. Because of that, everything from the grass to the trees is dying. It's been hard to keep my first-year garden alive. I surrendered early to the… Continue reading Sausage Fettuccine
Slow Cooker Sausage Dinner
It's been a while since I've dug my slow cooker out of the depths of my largest cabinet. I usually make slow cooker meals in the fall and winter and store the big appliance during the warmer months. Most slow-cooker meals are hearty and stew-like and that just isn't very appealing when it's 105 degrees… Continue reading Slow Cooker Sausage Dinner
Panhandle Sandwiches
Kids start going back to school next week here in Oklahoma. I know a lot of parents are in a frenzy to make sure the transition from summer break to the new school year goes smoothly. One thing you shouldn't have to worry about as a parent: school lunches. This year, school lunches are NOT… Continue reading Panhandle Sandwiches
Rustic Tomato Casserole
Tomato pie is all the rage right now on social media. It's a Southern summer recipe that's been around for ages. Thanks to the wonders of the internet, the recipe has started infiltrating other regions of the country (and world) and people are "discovering" its simple yet delightful taste. Tomato pie is great, don't get… Continue reading Rustic Tomato Casserole
Schnitzel Beans
Texas has a rich history that many don't know about. Growing up in Texas, you learn all about the Alamo, San Jacinto and Stephen F. Austin. But there's another piece of history that's a big part of Texas' formation: the great German migration. In the 1830's, German migration to Texas was spearheaded by a German… Continue reading Schnitzel Beans
Mashed Potato Squash
I'm constantly in awe of all the foods out there that I do not know. I feel like my taste is very expansive. I've tried so many new, different foods over the years. Living in a "big" city definitely helps. So does being adventurous. Since moving to OKC ten years ago, I've tried lotus root,… Continue reading Mashed Potato Squash
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