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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

this post may contain affiliate links     Scalloped potatoes have long been a side dish I had no interest in making. Every time I ate them, I always thought, "meh." With all the amazing ways to prepare potatoes (which is my favorite savory food) why prepare...

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Creamed Corn

Creamed Corn

this post may contain affiliate links     This creamed corn recipe will definitely blow your socks off. You're not going to believe you've gone this long not knowing how to make it. It's so much more than a version of corn in a can on a grocery shelf. Corn...

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Chewy Snickerdoodle Cookies

Chewy Snickerdoodle Cookies

this post may contain affiliate links   My favorite type of snickerdoodle cookie is one that is large, thin, has a crisp edge and a super chewy center. The cream of tartar can't overpower the whole cookie and make for a sour experience, but it also can't be...

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Beef Tenderloin

Beef Tenderloin

post may contain affiliate links   Beef tenderloin is a lean cut of meat from the loin of a cow. It's known for its tenderness. If you didn't know, filet mignon is sourced from this part of the cow.  Filet mignon is usually located right in the center of the...

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Pot Roast

Pot Roast

  If you're looking for a pot roast recipe, you have found the only one you'll ever need!  Pair it with mashed potatoes and your family will never stop singing your praises.  Seasoned chuck roast gets browned and cooked low and slow in a crockpot in a savory...

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Candied Pecans

Candied Pecans

this post may contain affiliate links   Candied pecans or praline pecans is a recipe that turns pecan halves into an addictive sweet and salty toasted treat. The pecans first get tossed in a wet coating then a cinnamon sugar coating and toasted on a low...

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Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies

Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies

this post may contain affiliate links   No bake cookies are such a good cookie to make if you're short on time and ingredients. You probably have everything you need in your pantry to make this peanut butter version right now. These cookies take 70 minutes from...

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Homemade Salted Caramels

Homemade Salted Caramels

this post may contain affiliate links   These homemade caramels are buttery, chewy and topped with flaky salt. The flaky salt balances the sweetness and deepens the flavor. Don't skip it! When you consider just how much sugar is in this recipe; 4 cups of sugar...

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Chocolate Drop Cookies

Chocolate Drop Cookies

this post may contain affiliate links   Chocolate drop cookies are a light and airy chocolate cake cookie topped with cream cheese icing. They're the lightest cookie I think I've ever eaten. You can eat several in a row and not be phased. They're not overly sweet...

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