This Baklava at its core is a strong sweet dessert. Done well, one to two bites will satiate you in one sitting, kind of like the area coffee. It’s truly delicious and worth every minute it takes to create. Made of layer upon layer of buttered phyllo filled with chopped […]

California Spaghetti Salad is a delicious pasta salad filled with fresh veggies and covered in a zesty Italian dressing. With all those flavors and colors making one beautiful and tasty side dish, there is no doubt this will be the hit of your next gathering! Ingredients 1 pound thin spaghetti […]

Egg rolls filled with seasoned pork, cabbage, and carrots are a fabulous side dish to serve alongside stir-fry dishes. These homemade egg rolls are almost identical to what you’d get at a Chinese restaurant! Serve warm with egg roll sauce or soy sauce if desired. Ingredients 1 pound ground pork […]

It can also be made with 3/4 pound browned, drained hamburger. We called it SOS: Same Ole Stuff. Great comfort food! Either recipe is easy to make and tastes great with a cold beer. Ingredients: 1 jar of dried beef slices rinsed well & chopped 4 tbsp butter 4 tbsp […]

INGREDIENTS ▢1 tablespoon butter ▢1 tablespoon flour ▢½ cup whole milk plus 2-3 tablespoons as needed ▢1 teaspoon garlic powder ▢½ teaspoon onion powder ▢½ teaspoon ground mustard ▢4 ounces medium cheddar cheese freshly shredded ▢1 teaspoon hot sauce such as Frank’s INSTRUCTIONS Add the butter to a small saucepan over medium heat and melt. Whisk in the flour to form a paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring […]

Here in the midwest, we eat corn on the cob all summer long when it’s fresh and sweet at the local farm stands. It’s delicious on the grill or boiled, but I love how tasty and easy it is to just toss it in the crockpot – no need to […]

These decadent brownies are full of Nutella, cocoa, and milk chocolate for a super fudgy treat! These are, dare I say, even better than the box mix brownies we all love! INGREDIENTS ▢1 cup butter ▢2 1/4 cups sugar ▢1/2 cup Nutella ▢4 large eggs ▢1 1/4 cups cocoa powder ▢1 teaspoon salt ▢1 teaspoon baking powder ▢1 teaspoon espresso powder optional ▢1 tablespoon vanilla extract ▢1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour […]

This sweet dip recipe is perfect for serving with graham crackers, Nilla wafers, apple slices, or pretzel thins. So simple to whip up and tastes like a delicious cookie dough! INGREDIENTS ▢8 ounces cream cheese softened ▢1/2 cup butter softened ▢1 teaspoon vanilla extract ▢3/4 cup powdered sugar ▢1/4 cup brown sugar ▢3/4 cup mini chocolate chips ▢3/4 cup finely chopped pecans optional ▢Graham crackers, cookies, or […]

This burger sauce comes together quickly and easily with kitchen staples! It’s a little bit sweet with a delicious tangy flavor and is perfect for anything from burgers to sandwiches or as a dip for your sides! Ingredients ¼ cup mayonnaise ¼ cup bbq sauce 1½ tablespoon Dijon mustard ½ teaspoon onion powder ½ teaspoon garlic powder ¼ teaspoon paprika 2 to […]

Homemade Hamburger Pepper and Onion Gyros are the perfect way to take your burger game to the next level! Packed with flavor, they’re sure to be a hit with the whole family. Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef Salt and pepper to taste 3 tsp Olive Oil 1 cup […]