Super simple and oh-so-satisfying, this buttermilk ranch seasoning mix can be used to make dip, dressing or to

Between the shutdowns making me feel less than motivated and having the kids home nearly full time since March

Homemade taco seasoning is one of the hand blended spice mixes that I always have stocked for simple easy meal

Comfort foods have been in high demand at our house and these chipotle stuffed peppers have absolutely been in

My daughter is always asking for ramen or chicken noodle soup especially during these cold Minnesota winter mo

We're heading to a Superbowl gathering this Sunday and I had to look up which teams are playing...ha! That's h

Finally, I'm willing to admit that my garden is done for the season. I've harvested all it had to offer and pr

It has been far too long since I've posted a recipe. I've been indulging in all things summer from spending ti

Oh my goodness! I think summer has FINALLY arrived in Minnesota! Not that we every stopped grilling, even unde

Now, I know Salisbury steak is not a glamorous meal but it's one of those meals that is super economical, fami

I first had panna cotta when I was in Florence, Italy over a decade ago. How I miss those decadent Italian des

Why, hello you handsome plate of braised venison! Old Nordic recipes like this one remind me of growing up on

Over the holidays, I allow a bit more lenient indulgence in my diet. Caprese bean dip happened to be that perf

Delicata satay as a title is a bit misleading since satay technically refers to "meat on a skewer" if you go w

Snow falling on my pine trees equates to cravings of all things warm, cozy and filled with goodness. The most

Oh man, are you all in for a treat! Cold weather makes me crave hot food... as in spicy hot!  Gotta get that

Simple and savory kale dip stuffed chicken is a dish that shines equally well on your weeknight table or for g

Spicy, zesty, sweet, whole grain mustard goodness is simply a gift of the gods. I even named one of my new chi

Whoa. I just need life to slow down right now. My hubby has been home nursing a back injury for a few weeks an

My two daughters are at the national goat show this week with their grandparents experiencing what Nebraska ha

I'm dying right now. Not literally of course, but this Minnesota girl can't handle the sudden heat out there.

I am SO in the mood for grilled food now that it appears spring has finally sprung up here in the northern sta

I admit I've been less than motivated these past few weeks. In part, I blame our out of character April weathe

  Eggplant is one of the few vegetables that I remember my dad eating as a kid. That, and parsnips. I've

Spring break season is in full swing and for the first time in a LOOOONG time, my family actually went somewhe

One of my favorite things to order at Mexican restaurants are the chile rellenos which I always pair with an e

I've been creating (and eating) a lot of keto diet appropriate meals lately and spiced okra is one of the fun

I've been working on a ketogenic recipe series for the peeps over at BreakingMuscle.com where I just completed

This weekend is a big weekend for Minneapolis. The Superbowl is being hosted here so there's been a lot of coo

I retreated downstairs to find a movie on Sunday evening after finishing these amazing stuffed sirloin steak r

I rarely post noodle style meals. I'm just not a huge noodle eater and tend to lean towards rice in most cases

Sub-zero winter temps never fail to make me crave rich, creamy comforting soups. You know the type... those so

It's cookie season and I am not immune to all of the delectable holiday baking and candy making. My girls and

I've previously claimed to not really like cauliflower but, you guys, I am SOLD!!!  My fabulous mother in law

Take your (wild) game to the next level of flavor with these venison steaks smothered in a sweet smoky aioli!

Never mind the pumpkin spice craze going on right now. Instead, I'll opt for this Indian inspired apple chutne