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Welcome to my recipe index where I share my families most favorite meals. Most of these recipes are just so darn tasty that I have repeated them enough times that I discovered where to cut corners, making convenient substitutions that allow me to get dinner served in less than an hour and some in under 30 minutes.

Mar 26, 20203 min read

Recipes With Few Ingredients

I'm a meal planner through and through, but I realize I may be in the minority. Cooking for my family is a task I look forward to each...

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Dec 7, 20193 min read

Sticky Glazed Brussels Sprouts

Some say the Brussels trend peaked last year. Still, I cannot get enough of those crispy (almost burnt) leaves, especially when they are...

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Dec 5, 20191 min read

Ham Ball

When I married Jim I became a part of the Begley family and have been introduced to many new traditions as well as food items they grew...

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Dec 5, 20192 min read

Egg Noodles and Pork

We can file this recipe under "too simple to possibly be good," and that is precisely what I love about it. My entire family gobbled it...

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Dec 5, 20192 min read

Chipotle Steak Salad

This post began after we enjoyed one heck of a salad! I think the star of the dish was the burst of smokey, spicy and sweet salad...

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Oct 14, 20193 min read

Winter Beef Stew

This Winter Beef Stew is far superior to any beef stew I have ever had. The chunks of beef are braised with red wine, balsamic vinegar,...

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Oct 14, 20191 min read

Mac and Cheese

This is my kids favorite Mac and Cheese, and for good reason. I use shells because they serve as little cups that hold creamy cheese in...

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Oct 11, 20192 min read

Taco Soup

A friend of mine recently asked me for this recipe, and I was reminded that I had not posted it to this web site yet. Shame! Since it's a...

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Oct 4, 20192 min read

Oatmeal Jam Bars

My close friends know I do not like fruit in my dessert. While you may think this is crazy talk, I have met several people who agree with...

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Sep 23, 20194 min read

Creamy Chicken and Dumplings

It may be triple digits in Texas, but the calendar claims it is officially Fall. While I have to wait to incorporate scarves into my...

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Aug 18, 20191 min read

Crab Tostadas

Crab anything sounds intimidating and fancy, doesn't it? I think it is necessary to spend the extra money for lump crabmeat, sold in...

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Aug 18, 20191 min read

Easy Black Bean Soup

Sometimes recipes are developed over time, after many failures and "close, but not there yet" attempts. I made this Black Bean Soup to...

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Aug 14, 20192 min read

Seared Scallops with Pickled Peppers and Onions

Scallops can be a little pricey but if you watch, they do go on sale every now and then. This was one of those times that Whole Foods was...

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Aug 10, 20192 min read

Funky and Famous Pork Tenderloin with Vietnamese Brussels Sprouts

This meal includes two of my favorite condiments: hot chile-garlic paste and fish sauce. I think they should be a part of every pantry!...

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Aug 7, 20192 min read

Cod with Herb-Butter Sauce and Lemon-Garlic Green Beans

I love this meal so much. The cod has a nice crust and big flavor pan sauce that compliments these green beans that I have posted about...

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Aug 7, 20192 min read

Curried Turkey and Zucchini Meatballs

This recipe comes from a chef that I just adore watching in the kitchen, Nigella Lawson. There is something so incredibly attractive...

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Aug 7, 20191 min read

Brownie in a Mug

Years ago I discovered this simple recipe online for a fudge brownie microwaved in a mug. Yes, microwaved ya'll. It is perfectly rich and...

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Aug 7, 20191 min read

Cookies for Two

Don't tell my kiddos but sometimes after Jim and I put them to bed I whip up a small dessert for the two of us to share. This small-batch...

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Jul 12, 20192 min read

Chocolate Chip Cast Iron Skillet Cookie

Have you ever dug into a warm ooey gooey chocolate chip skillet cookie? It is heaven! This is an easy recipe for that restaurant-style...

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Jul 3, 20192 min read

Open-Face Artichoke and Spinach Sandwich

This is your favorite party dip, scooped onto thick sourdough and served open face for dinner. My kids are in that phase that they don't...

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