We’ve had a bottle of California Champagne in our wine refrigerator for probably a year and a half. Champagne isn’t something we drink very often at all, so we’ve been…
Peanut Butter Cookies
During our weekly grocery shopping trip, Jon and I were walking down the baking aisle to pick up some breadcrumbs. We started looking at the boxed and prepackaged desserts, and…
Apple and Cranberry Oatmeal in a Jar
So, I’ve told you my story about going to Portland, Oregon and eating steel-cut oatmeal at a hotel that we stayed at. Ever since, I’ve been hooked on steel-cut oatmeal….
Panko and Sesame Seed Crusted Ahi Tuna
So, it’s Sunday, and our usual stay-at-home lunch date day. We’ve been glued to the television, binge watching The Walking Dead marathon most of the day…sounds romantic, doesn’t it? It’s…
Bacon and Garlic Spinach Saute
As you are all aware, bacon makes EVERYTHING better…including spinach. When you cook shallots and garlic in a little bacon grease, then add some fresh spinach you get an AMAZING…
Sandwich Shop Style Deli-Sandwich
It seems like sandwich and sub shops are popping up everywhere, and I’m sure we’ve all visited one or another. And those type of sandwiches are the inspiration for our…
Chicken Pot Pie
Warm, flaky, crispy pie crust, filled with a creamy and savory chicken and vegetable pot pie filling, can you imagine a meal anymore comforting? I can remember being a kid,…
Pumpkin Crumb Muffins
I can hear the engine running; the truck is coming down the street. (This is starting to sound like a Johnny Cash song…) Time to start jumping on the pumpkin…
Bacon-Infused Cinnamon Syrup with Diner-Style Pancakes
About two weekends ago, Jon and I decided to break-out of our weekend norm, and go out for breakfast. The place was pretty busy (it has pretty awesome reviews; so…
Pepperoni Spaghetti Carbonara
Spicy pepperoni, smoky bacon, in a creamy garlic carbonara sauce tossed with pasta: How does that sound? Delicious, if you ask me! I got hooked on spaghetti carbonara when Jon…