Chipotle Queso Nachos
Nachos … chips and cheese covered in goodness. Hard to mess up, right? Impossible, even? WRONG! Unfortunately, too many sporting events, food courts and gas stations have created an abundance of subpar nachos. And it’s time for us to stand up. Read More»
Wildly Awesome Chicken Drumsticks
My family ranks virtually everything we eat on a scale from 1-6. My husband, who is generally a “by the rules” kind of a guy, gave this recipe a 7. Read More»
Mini Chocolate Ugly Cakes
I love restaurant desserts. But our budget doesn’t always allow for them, and sometimes I just want to put on sweatpants and relax with my family instead of sitting in an uncomfortable chair in a loud restaurant (especially after I’ve just eaten a huge restaurant meal). So these mini Chocolate Ugly Cakes are perfect – they taste like we’re out, but really we’re at home with our own furniture and our own music and people we like (no tips required). Read More»
Cinnamon Bread
My friend and colleague, Sara Gronholz, has been a guest blogger numerous times. She is truly a gourmet cook. I admire her ability to be inspired by nearly everything she tries, anywhere, and then “Tastefully Simplize” it. Her most recent concoction was for an absolutely delicious Cinnamon Bread. Read More»
Wahoo! Chili
Since this chili only takes half an hour to prepare and I always have the ingredients on hand (seriously – there are only four ingredients plus water), it’s perfect for a last-minute supper on a cold day Read More»
Savory Hamburger Stew
A couple weeks ago I was going all “Home-Ecky Becky” and planned (planned!) to make a luscious beef stew using our wonderful Tender Pot Roast Sauce … but someone (who shall remain nameless) (OK it was me) forgot to take the pot roast out of the freezer. Read More»
Bountiful Beer Bread Bowl with Spinach & Herb Dip
Sometimes I forget about Spinach & Herb Dip Mix. Sure, I always have a bottle around and I add a few shakes whenever I make something “herb-y.” And it’s great at that. But like any great supporting actor, it deserves the spotlight. Read More»
Bold Buffalo Pretzels
There’s nothing like relaxing in front of the TV on a cold winter’s day with a big bowl of salty snacks on your lap. Read More»
Corn, Black Bean Layered Dip
Everyone I know loves taco dip. It’s always the first to go at family gatherings, and when someone brings it to work there’s always a gathering around the dip. Read More»
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