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Mixed Green Salad with Apple Pie Vinaigrette

Mixed Green Salad with Apple Pie Vinaigrette

Again this week it’s still pretty warm here, in fact I broke down and let my family turn the air back on, that’s when you know it’s hot. Even though the thermometer has a different opinion, I’m getting into the fall mood really fast. I’m Read more

Apple Pie Spiced Glazed Walnuts

Apple Pie Spiced Glazed Walnuts

Even though it’s been a little warm in Minnesota again, I’m really starting to get into fall flavors, getting ready to slow down and be a little more cozy. Plus, I’m looking for recipes to make with the apples from our apple trees and our Read more

Homemade Baked Sugar Donuts

Homemade Baked Sugar Donuts

There’s something undeniably special about Homemade Baked Sugar Donuts. They’re the perfect balance of sweet and satisfying, with a light, fluffy texture that melts in your mouth. Unlike traditional fried donuts, these baked beauties are made with less oil, making them a lighter option that Read more

Loaded Hashbrowns

Loaded Hashbrowns

I’m a huge fan of breakfast especially on a Saturday morning when things move a little slower at my house. That’s the perfect time to breakout the Blackstone griddle and make Loaded Hashbrowns! Loaded Hashbrowns are the ultimate comfort food, combining all the best elements Read more

Apple Cake (Äppelkaka)

Apple Cake (Äppelkaka)

I have great memories of being at my grandma’s house as a child. My grandma never worked outside the home but she was always cooking, cleaning, baking and taking care of my brother and me since she was our daycare. She had her lists of Read more

Pulled Pork Baked Potato

Pulled Pork Baked Potato

Potatoes are pretty much the ultimate comfort food in my world. I love all kinds of potatoes, baked, mashed or fried, if it’s a potato I’m going to love it! When it comes to comfort food, nothing hits the spot quite like a warm, fluffy Read more

Banana Almond Bread

Banana Almond Bread

Once again I had some ripe bananas that I didn’t want to waste and I have this cookbook Cooking With Bananas: Breads, Cakes, Puddings & More! and since the recipe for Chocolate Banana Muffins was such a hit, I figured that would be a good place Read more

Caramel Apple Dip

Caramel Apple Dip

When I was a kid I used to love going to the county fair every year to get a caramel apple. Now after braces and several jaw surgeries I sadly can’t eat them anymore, so I was looking for an alternative. This recipe for Caramel Read more

Mediterranean Spiced Popcorn

Mediterranean Spiced Popcorn

If you’re anything like me, popcorn is a go-to snack for movie nights, lazy afternoons, or just whenever the craving strikes. But sometimes, the usual butter and salt can feel a bit… well, basic and a little boring. That’s where Mediterranean Spiced Popcorn comes in—a Read more

Pork Fried Rice

Pork Fried Rice

I’m always looking for fun and interesting recipes to make to use up leftovers. So, when I some leftover pork roast last week I went looking for something new to do with it. This recipe is a combination of several recipes I found in cookbooks, Read more