Tex-Mex Breakfast Bake
By Kelly Bogard Christmas. One of my favorite times of year. A busy time, for sure, and a stretch for my family to sit down and enjoy a meal together. We're hustling and bustling during this holiday season--weekends, especially--and breakfast has become the time we catch up. Our recipe this [...]
Scalloped Potatoes
By Kelly Bogard Which vegetable goes with just about everything? Hint. It grows in the ground and not on a stalk or vine. Half of you probably went with an onion. But I'm going with potatoes. They are just so versatile. They are a great accompaniment to almost every meal and [...]
Slow Cooker Candied Pecans
By Kelly Bogard I love the holidays. The sights and sounds make my days merry and bright. And the aromas! Who can forget about the smells of the holiday. Sweet and spicy smells from the kitchen intermingle with the smells of a cozy, warm fire in the fireplace. Oh, I just [...]
‘Tis the season for a food thermometer
By Jessica Domel With all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, loved ones gathering and kids out of school, it can be easy to overlook even the simplest tasks. I typically forget at least one or two items on the grocery list, for example. We’re pulled in so [...]
Deep-fried Turkey Bites
By Kelly Bogard The biggest food holiday of the year is almost here. My family consumes twice the amount of food on Thanksgiving Day than we normally eat. Turkey, ham, dressing and plenty of fresh veggies. There's always enough for a feast. But plenty of leftovers, too! The go-to at my house [...]
Baked Apples
By Kelly Bogard The holidays are fast approaching and my kitchen is heating up. In the past week, Butters and I have baked for several different occasions. From cakes to brownies, we have been busy. As I start my Thanksgiving list, I always try to think of something unique I can add [...]
Emergency Baking Substitutes
By Kelly Bogard Thanksgiving's coming. Let the baking begin! Try as I might to get everything on my grocery list for each recipe, I always forget something. That's why I love a good substitute. Having an understanding of alternatives is a great way to ensure your recipes still come together—even when you [...]
Candy Corn Popcorn
By Kelly Bogard Things are starting to get spooky around here. Adorable ghosts and happy little goblins are making the final adjustments to their costumes and treat bags. As a mom of a tiny purple butterfly, I know the costume is only half the adventure of Halloween. When it comes [...]
Flavored Butters
By Kelly Bogard Butter. The perfect complement to many meals. Add flavor to veggies. Warm buttered rolls. Mmmm.... And it's handy as an oil for cooking. Most think butter is a stand alone. Right? But it doesn't have to be. There are tons of things you can add to butter [...]
Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos
By Kelly Bogard I sometimes find it hard to balance work and home. As Butters gets older, it's even more challenging. Our days are busy. Dinner is essential. But sometimes it takes a while to prepare. My slow cooker is great for days like these. I just start it before leaving for work. [...]
