Pastry/Baking

Chicken, Bean and Green Chile Empanadas

Baked Chicken, Bean and Cheese Empanadas

Do you love Mexican food, but hate the fact that all the good stuff is fried? Well, try these baked Empanadas!  I’m not saying they don’t pack some calories, but they’re definitely better than eating fast food or restaurant Mex. And obviously better on your budget. For less than $7 […]

Cinnamon Churro Cupcake

Cinnamon Churro Cupcakes!

A good friend of mine, Anne, shared this wonderful recipe with me this week and I just couldn’t wait to try it. I made a few minor adjustments, but I’m sure she won’t mind. I just have to add my own touch. 🙂 Part of my own touch was out […]

Spiced Oatmeal Cookies

Spiced Oatmeal Cookies Everyone will Love!!

Kiddos asked for oatmeal cookies, but while I was getting out the ingredients, I saw some spices I had from Thanksgiving. I know people add cinnamon to oatmeal cookies, so why not a little clove too? Wow! Loved it. Just enough of a kick and so perfect with coffee. Plus […]

Chocolate Stout Cupcakes with Chocolate Glaze

Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes with Cocoa Glaze

If you love Guinness and you love chocolate, you will love these cupcakes. They are a cinch to make and turned out fantastic! The perfect ending to another fun and festive St. Patrick’s Day. And the great thing about them, they aren’t green! So, make them any time you just […]

Fresh Lemon Meringue Pie!

Fresh and Creamy Lemon Meringue Pie

I don’t know what I did years ago, but I totally screwed this pie up. Since then, I’ve been afraid to try again. Then my sister in law brought over some fresh lemons off her tree and I decided, why not? I make a damn good crust, so let me […]

Turkey Chili Beans

Homestyle Turkey Chili Beans in a Bread Bowl

I have to be honest, if I have a choice, I’d pick ground beef over ground turkey any day. But, ground turkey is healthier, and sometimes, it’s even cheaper! That’s a combination you just can’t overlook. So, outside of the usual, burgers and tacos, chili makes perfect sense. The bread […]