Poppy Seed Turkey Casserole

It’s the weekend after Thanksgiving… Are you tired of turkey yet? Even my extremely NON-picky eaters have been giving me looks that say, “Really mom? More turkey?”  This year we had a quiet Thanksgiving at home — just my husband and three kids. However, we got a 19 pound turkey… Our motto is “Go big or […]

Quick Roast Beef Sandwich

Roast Beef Sandwich

Do you get tired of the same old lunch routine day after day? Lately I’ve been wanting a change from my normal lunch options. While a cold deli sandwich or salad can be very satisfying, those are my typical go-to…and I need something different. I pulled together some options from my fridge and here’s what […]

Rosettes – A Swedish Cookie

Have you ever heard of Rosettes? Neither had I. Rosettes are a unique and special treat that remind me a lot of tiny funnel cakes. And who doesn’t like funnel cakes? Why limit such a fun cookie to only Christmas time?! Rosettes originated in Sweden; however, many other countries utilized the recipe and made it their […]

Pocket Dinners: A Simple Grilling Recipe

I don’t know about where you are at, but we have had some beautiful weather here. I am talking 70’s, sunny, slight breeze…perfect! When the weather is this nice, it only makes sense to grill out. There are so many meals you can prepare on a grill other than hot dogs, brats, and burgers. One […]

A Refreshing Drink: Cranberry Juice and Coke

cranberry juice and coke

The first time I flew on a plane with my hubby, he asked the flight attendant for a can of Coke and a can of Cran-Apple juice. I thought he was just thirsty, but he then proceeded to mix them together. “That’s bizarre…” I thought to myself, but to each his own. Fast forward 10 […]

No Bake Cookies

No Bake Cookies

When we lived overseas, peanut butter was always a hot commodity. If you had visitors, you always asked them to bring a few jars because, if you even had peanut butter in your country, it came at a HIGH cost. One of the treats we always made with our PB was No Bake Cookies. Yummy. Delicious. […]