Homemade Cheese Crackers
Ever thought of making homemade Cheez-It crackers before? I hadn’t either….that is, until my mom purchased Jennifer Perillo’s cookbook called Homemade with …
Chocolate Eclair Dessert
I had never heard of Chocolate Eclair Dessert before until I visited my aunt Jolene in Houston a few years ago. As …
‘Supernatural’ Brownies and Happy Father’s Day
Happy Father’s Day to all who are Dads! For those of you who know my Dad, you know that he LOVES chocolate. …
Pumpkin Roll
I promised John, a coworker of mine, I would make him a pumpkin roll for Thanksgiving. Well, 6 months and 21 days …
Hominy Casserole
Happy 91st Birthday Nanny!!! One year ago today we celebrated Nanny’s 90th birthday. It was a special day for her and the …
Chicken Pot Pie
Chicken pot pie. The ULTIMATE comfort food! Surprisingly, my mom never made chicken pot pie from scratch. Mom – if you did …
Patriotic Fruit Skewers for Memorial Day
Happy Memorial Day! I hope everyone is enjoying their day! With nice weather in Texas, we’ll be out enjoying the sun all …
Classic Chess Pie
Last weekend was Mother’s Day and I hope everyone had a great time with their mom. Even though it was her special …
Mother’s Day Peppered Eggs Benedict
Mother’s Day is a time for pampering Mom — and what better way to pamper her than to make a meal with …
Tiramisu Trifle
Kudos to my amazingly talented neighbor, Carmen, who made this wonderful tiramisu trifle for me and my family. Two weeks ago, I …
Pinto Beans
Who doesn’t love a big ‘ole pot of beans? Before I met Matt, I’d say I could care less about homemade beans… …
Baked Blueberry Coconut Oatmeal
Anyone love blueberries at much as I do? If so, here’s a new baked oatmeal recipe that you must try! My sister …
Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls
No, I’m not vegan. However, I LOVE cookie dough and found a healthier way to indulge in the oh so sweet cookie …
“Old Aggie” Baked Beans
You haven’t experienced Texas if you haven’t eaten Texas BBQ and/or baked beans! While I’m from Texas, my side of the family …
How to Cook Spaghetti Squash
Before I get to this spaghetti squash, its time to announce the winner of the Truvia Baking Blend giveaway! And the winner …
Lisa’s Oatmeal Bars
As mentioned, I write a Resident Recipe column for our monthly neighborhood magazine. This month’s article features Lisa, a personal trainer who …
Easter M&M Cookies
Springtime is officially here, and while it doesn’t quite feel like spring (it’s actually been pretty chilly here in Dallas), Easter is …
Raspberry Oatmeal Bars and a GIVEAWAY
Has anyone ever tried Truvia natural sweetener or baking blend before? Well, now is your chance! (SPOILER ALERT: Scroll down to the …
Zucchini Muffins
HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY!!! In all actuality, I did not make these muffins because of the Irish holiday…however, it just so happens that …
Mint Oreo Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies for St. Patty’s Day!
St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re like me you’re really feeling the itch to pinch someone if …