There is something that I need to get off my apron before we really dive into this week’s Buffalo Chicken Tatertot Hotdish recipe. Just a small confession – Ready? Okay, here it does…. my dachshund dog, Tater, is actually named after the infamous potato starring in this dish. There, I said it and I’m not […]

Being an east-coast native transplanted here to the Midwest, one of the food items that I miss the most is seafood! So, I’m here to show you how to make a super easy seafood pasta dish that you’ll crave all year-round! My seafood of choice is shrimp! Shrimp is easily accessible in our area, it […]

After a dreary Midwest winter, I crave and long for fresh, local ingredients to transform in my kitchen. I love creating recipes that require a few simple ingredients, like those from the farmers market, that portray full-bodied flavors on the plate. You know, common farmers market pairings like tomatoes and basil. Once the weather breaks, […]

Chicken thighs are one of my favorite proteins to cook with. They are super juicy and much more forgiving and flavorful than their popular counterpart – the chicken breast. Not to mention, they’re actually less expensive, too. However, if you’re anything like my husband, and you hate to ‘work for your food,’ make sure you […]

There is something so comforting about a big bowl of soup. It is literally like a hug in a mug. Or, maybe it is the fact that you can taste the love that goes into making a big pot of soup as it pours over from the ladle to the bowl. You can literally make […]