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Desserts
Chocolate and I are best friends. I have a weakness for lemon raspberry cupcakes. Rainbow Sherbet makes me giddy like a school girl and fresh apple pie out of the oven is like heaven on a plate. But Key Lime Pie? We are in LOVE! This is hands down my favorite dessert in the world and I
Pasta
As you can already tell from the picture, this is not “true” baked ziti. I didn’t have ziti noodles in the pantry. All I had was a garden rotini version and I figured it would suffice. Clearly, I am not Italian. Can you forgive me of this travesty? But if I tell you that this
Breakfast Foods
Here in Knoxville, TN, we have been under a stay-at-home order for more than a month now because of the Coronavirus. I am going to the store only when necessary or when I need multiple things so that I can limit my exposure time. But last week I ran out of sliced bread and didn’t
Desserts
It finally decided to rain here in Knoxville after a horribly long dry spell in August and September. We usually have rain every few days, but this was nearly two months of no rain, high temps, and high humidity. Basically it was miserable and I am sooooooooooooooooooo glad it has cooled down! So I decided to
Pork Dishes
What is more finger-licking good than a full rack of tender oven baked ribs with spicy rub? My husband would tell you nothing. He absolutely LOVES ribs and could probably eat a full rack himself. The way to Dan’s heart is through his stomach, so if I really want to love on him I make
Beef Dishes
When it comes to comfort food, I can’t help but think about Beef Stroganoff. There’s just something about that deep velvety sauce, tender steak, and buttered noodles that makes me stop and savor every bite. On a chilly autumn evening, it is the most perfect meal! I especially like this recipe because it is fairly
Desserts
No matter what time of year it is, every good cook needs a stellar buttercream frosting. Whether you’re making a special cake for your spouse’s birthday or you’re baking dozens of cupcakes for your kid’s school party, this buttercream frosting recipe will have you looking like the best baker around! There are just 5 simple
Desserts
Can you believe Mother’s Day is just around the corner? As long (and cold) as this winter has been, I feel like just yesterday I was putting up Christmas lights and making turkey. But now spring has sprung and it’s time for bright, beautiful colors and flavors! Since I am in charge of the food