Bring this black bean and corn salsa to the next party. I guarantee you will get loads more invitations. No party can happen without you ever again. Seriously, it’s the best. Start with the upcoming Super Bowl. Everyone will face plant right in the bowl and devour it. No leftovers ever go home. Our daughter…
Recipes
Creative Things You Can Make With Russet Potatoes
Russet potatoes are terrifically versatile. And few things top potatoes as comfort food. Raise your hand if you could use some comforting! There are so many delicious things to do with the humble spud. But first, I want to be sure you know how to make perfect baked potatoes with delicious crispy skin and a…
Beautiful Tender Pork Chops With Bourbon Cherry Sauce
Luckily, I found gorgeous, thick, meaty pork chops on sale! (Wow! Just $1.99 a pound!) I was on a hurried trip to the grocery store in hopes of finding something to make for a simple but special dinner for the two of us on New Year’s Eve. I perused the store for inspiration. When I…
How To Make The Best Ever Turkey Turkey Tetrazzini
Turkey used two times in the title is not a typo. Because THIS turkey tetrazzini has so much rich turkey flavor there’s no other way to describe it. Turkey tetrazzini was one of my first cooking experiences. Even though I began cooking and baking when I could see over the stove, this was my very…
Comforting Corn Chowder With Russet Potatoes
Corn chowder is one of those things that makes me smile when I remember it. Our mom made it for supper when we were growing up, probably at the end of the groceries and the grocery budget for the week. We sure didn’t realize it. I just thought, yay! Corn chowder! In fact, some of…
Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
Cheesy chicken casserole. Cheese, chicken, and tater tots. I mean, who wouldn’t love that combination? Do you want some comfort food? This is comfort food! It’s creamy, crispy, and a little bit salty, too. And what can you say about tater tots, those crispy little nuggets of perfectly seasoned potatoes? They make everything nestled under…
How To Make German Red Cabbage For The Holidays
Red cabbage was a staple at holiday meals when I was a girl. My parents immigrated to the United States from Denmark and Iceland in 1950. They brought their traditions with them, and red cabbage was an important one. Red cabbage isn’t just a German dish. Whether the main course is duck, goose, or a…
The Best Thanksgiving Dressing In The World
Dressing or stuffing? What do you call it? When I was a kid, moms everywhere made stuffing the same way. Chopped up gizzards, liver, and turkey neck were added to a mixture of bread, onions, and celery. Then, it was all stuffed inside the Thanksgiving turkey and roasted with the bird. I thought it was…
Crazy Delicious Skillet Cornbread
Cornbread is as American as baseball, hot dogs, and apple pie. But make no mistake about it, there are loads of opinions about which recipe is the clear winner. To my northern palette, this is the best cornbread I ever tasted! Traditionally, Northerners prefer a sweeter cornbread while a Southern cook would never add sugar…
Half Fast Semi-Homemade Ham And Bean Soup
This ham and bean soup is what I call semi-homemade. There’s a bit of prep required, but it’s minimal, especially when something tastes this amazing. The recipe uses canned beans, a real time-saver with no sacrifice of flavor. This is a perfect soup to make when you have some great leftover holiday ham. If you…